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Commodore 16

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:MOS 7501 or 8501 @ 0.89 or 1.76 MHz
Operating system(s):Commodore Basic 3.5
Built-in machine code monitor
Memory:ROM: 32 KB
RAM: 16 KB (12277 bytes available for Basic program). Expandable to 64 KB
Power supply:? V
Current drain / power consumption:
Dimensions (W*H*D):? mm (?")
Weight:? Kg (? lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Integrated
Graphics: "TED" - MOS 7360 or 8360
Text: 40*25 characters
320*200 pixels
320*160 pixels
160*200 pixels
160*160 pixels
Max 121 colors
Audio: "TED" - MOS 7360 or 8360
Two channels, four octaves + white noise
Storage: External tape recorder (300 bd)
Optional floppy drive
External I/O ports:
Cartridge port:   ?
Serial port:   ?
RF out:   ?
Video out:   ?
Tape I/O:   ?
Game ports:   Two ?
Other:




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:1984-1985 (Discontinued)
Additional info: NB! Not compatible with VIC20 or C64 series.
Related documents:
Modifications and fixes:
Notable "ham" software:
Reviews:
Some options / Accessories:
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A picture of Commodore 16 motherboard rev A