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List Of TRS-80 Clones
The following is a list of clones of Tandy's TRS-80 model I and III home computers: * Aster CT-80 by Aster b.v. * DGT-100 and DGT-1000 by Digitus * D8000, D8001 and D8002 by Dismac * Komtek I by Komtek Technologies * Le Guépard by HBN Electronic Sa * LNW-80 by LNW Research * Max-80 by Lobo Systems * Meritum by Mera-Elzab * MTI Mod III Plus by Microcomputer Technology Inc. * CP-300 and CP-500 by Prológica * Pentasonic PROF 80 * R1001 by Radionic * Sysdata Jr by Sysdata Eletrônica Ltda * Video Genie Video Genie (or simply Genie) is a discontinued series of computers produced by Hong Kong-based manufacturer EACA during the early 1980s. Computers from the Video Genie line are mostly compatible with the Tandy TRS-80 Model I computers and ... (also known as the "Dick Smith System-80" or the "PMC-80") by EACA * Misedo 85 by Montex HT-1080ZSchool Computer (Híradástechnikai Szövetkezet, Hungary) *SpotLight I (스포트라이트I) by Han ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Clone (computer Science)
In computing, a clone is computer hardware, hardware or software that is designed to function in exactly the same way as another system. A specific subset of clones are remakes (or remades), which are revivals of old, obsolete, or discontinued products. Motivation Clones and remakes are created for some reasons, including competition, standardization, availability across platforms, and even as Homage (arts), homage. computer compatibility, Compatibility with the original system is usually the explicit purpose of cloning hardware or low-level software such as operating systems (e.g. AROS Research Operating System, AROS and MorphOS are intended to be compatible with AmigaOS). Application software is cloned by providing the same functionality. Commercially-motivated clones are made often during a competitor product's initial successful commercial run, intentionally competing with the original and trying to participate in their success. Hardware Hardware clones When Internationa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Max-80
The MAX-80 is a personal computer released in 1982 by Lobo Systems (formerly Lobo Drives International). It differed from other TRS-80 compatible computers in that it was not hardware compatible with the TRS-80. Hardware The MAX-80 featured a Zilog Z80-B CPU which ran at 5.07 MHz, a very fast speed for its time. It came standard with 64k of memory, and was expandable via sockets for a further 64k. The standard configuration originally consisted of a 64k unit (later 128k) and CP/M. The user could buy a complete system, or provide their own monitor and disk drives. The floppy disk controller could handle 8 inch drives using the standard IBM 3740 format in single-sided or double-sided modes, as well as 5.25 inch floppy drives with up to 80 cylinders. The Max-80 included a hard disk interface and two RS-232 serial ports. The Max-80's character generator was user programmable. Software Up to 95% of TRS-80 Model III software would function without modification on the MAX-80 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Computer Hardware Clones
A computer is a machine that can be programmed to automatically carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations (computation). Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic sets of operations known as programs. These programs enable computers to perform a wide range of tasks. The term computer system may refer to a nominally complete computer that includes the hardware, operating system, software, and peripheral equipment needed and used for full operation; or to a group of computers that are linked and function together, such as a computer network or computer cluster. A broad range of industrial and consumer products use computers as control systems, including simple special-purpose devices like microwave ovens and remote controls, and factory devices like industrial robots. Computers are at the core of general-purpose devices such as personal computers and mobile devices such as smartphones. Computers power the Internet, which links billions of computers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
EACA
EACA International Ltd was a Hong Kong manufacturer active from 1975 to 1983, producing Pong-style television video games, and later producing thousands of personal computers. The company's products included the Video Genies I, II and III (which were Tandy TRS-80 Model I-compatible) and the Colour Genie. Along with Radio Shack clones, they also produced Apple II computer compatible machines. In the United States, the clones were marketed under EACA's Personal Microcomputers Inc. (PMC) subsidiary as the PMC-80. Tandy Corporation sued PMC (and EACA by extension) in early 1981, citing patent and copyright infringement of the TRS-80's microcode and ROM code, as well as trademark infringement with the "-80" branding. PMC maintained their innocence, charging that Tandy had not informed the company of copyright infringement before launching the suit and that Tandy was trying to eliminate competition. The two companies supposedly settled out of court. The EACA group of companies was est ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Video Genie
Video Genie (or simply Genie) is a discontinued series of computers produced by Hong Kong-based manufacturer EACA during the early 1980s. Computers from the Video Genie line are mostly compatible with the Tandy TRS-80 Model I computers and can be considered a clone, although there are hardware and software differences. The computers making up the series were *Video Genie System (EG3003 - first version, early/mid 1980) *Video Genie System (EG3003 - second version, late 1980) *Genie I (EG3003 - third version, late 1981) *Genie II (EG3008 - late 1981) *Genie III (EG3200 - mid 1982) - a more business-oriented machine with CP/M-compatibility. Although Video Genie was the name used in Western Europe, the machines were sold under different names in other countries. In Australia and New Zealand they were sold as the Dick Smith System 80 MK I (EG3003) and System 80 MK II (EG3008), and in North America they were sold as the PMC-80 and PMC-81. In South Africa, the Video Genie was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CP-500
CP 500 was a Brazilian personal computer range, designed and manufactured in Brazil by Prológica Indústria e Comércio de Microcomputadores, Prológica. General information The CP 500 range is compatible in terms of software and hardware with the American TRS-80 Model III, using the Microsoft BASIC#TRS-80 Level II/III BASIC, BASIC Level II language. All models, as well as virtually all of Prologica's computers, have their enclosures made of polyurethane resin, designed by Luciano Deviá. Models ;CP 500:Early model, released in April 1982. Sold in configuration without or with one or two full-height 5" 1/4, 178 KiB disc drives. There was also a graphite variation of this model released shortly before the release of the CP 500/M80. ;CP 500/M80:Released in 1985, the cabinet color was changed from beige to graphite. Besides this aesthetic change, the machine could operate under SO-08, a clone of Digital Research's CP/M, being able to access up to 64 KiB of RAM and use the vast s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CP-300
CP 300 was a personal microcomputer produced by Prológica, a computer company located in Brazil, and introduced in 1983. General information It was compatible in software and hardware with the American TRS-80 Model III, and could be considered a domestic and cheaper version of the CP 500, since it was supplied with only one cabinet containing the CPU A central processing unit (CPU), also called a central processor, main processor or just processor, is the electronic circuitry that executes instructions comprising a computer program. The CPU performs basic arithmetic, logic, controlling, an ... and a "gum" keyboard. The power supply was external to the cabinet. Data Storage Audio cables were supplied with the computer for connection with a regular tape recorder. Accessories * CP 300 Printer. Bibliography * Micro Computador - Curso Básico. Rio de Janeiro: Rio Gráfica, 1984, v. 1, pp. 49–50. * ABREU, Carlos Alberto C. 77 programas para linha TRS-80. Rio de Janeiro: ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MTI Mod III Plus
MTI may refer to: Government and military * Mastering the Internet, a mass surveillance project led by the British intelligence agency GCHQ * Military training instructor, the United States Air Force equivalent of a drill instructor Technology * Message Type Indicator, in ISO 8583 * Moving target indication, a radar signal processing technique used to distinguish targets from clutter Organizations * MTI Consulting, a consulting firm based in Bahrain * Magyar Távirati Iroda, a Hungarian news wire agency * Ministry of Trade and Industry (Singapore), a ministry of the Government of Singapore * Mitchell Technical Institute, a community college in South Dakota, US * Music Theatre International, a musical theater licensing company * Midwest Technical Institute, a vocational school in Springfield, Illinois, US * MTI Home Video, a film distributor Other uses * Master of Translation and Interpreting, a master's degree * Mother tongue influence, a form of language interference * Movie tie ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
