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General| Power Supply | External 9V AC adapter |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 1984 |
| CPU | MOS Technology 7501 |
| CPU Speed | 0.89 MHz |
| RAM | 16 KB |
| Sound | 2 voices, 4 octaves |
| Operating System | Commodore BASIC 3.5 |
| ROM | 32 KB |
| Storage | Datasette |
| Ports | Serial |
| Graphics Modes | Text: 40x25 characters, Graphics: 320x200 pixels (16 colors) |
Guides unpacking the computer, identifying ports/switches, and connecting power/TV.
Introduces optional peripherals and common setup troubleshooting steps.
Explores the keyboard layout, including special keys like RETURN, SHIFT, and RUN/STOP.
Details cursor keys, INST/DEL, and CTRL for text editing and program control.
Covers graphic symbols on keys, colour manipulation, and dedicated function keys.
Introduces software concepts and explains loading from cartridges, cassettes, and diskettes.
Details how to save programs on cassette tape and manage diskette files.
Explains the screen layout, colour changes, and reverse printing.
Covers entering commands, correcting mistakes, and basic programming.
Methods for clearing the screen and utilizing screen windows for workspace.
Covers numbers, operations, fractions, decimals, and variable types.
Details calculation order, PRINT statements, and numeric functions.
Explains variable usage, arrays, and creating custom functions.
Using graphic symbols, creating simple animations, and drawing playing cards.
Covers drawing commands for shapes, colour manipulation, and graphics modes.
Introduces multi-colour graphics, PAINT, and related commands.
Explains VOL, SOUND commands for notes, volume, and sound effects.
Demonstrates playing songs using DATA statements and the music machine.
