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Commodore Plus 4 User Manual

Commodore Plus 4
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User's
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PROCESSING
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SHEETS
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MANAGEMENT
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Commodore Plus 4 Specifications

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RAM64 KB
ROM32 KB
Operating SystemCommodore BASIC 3.5
ManufacturerCommodore International
TypeHome computer
Release date1984
Discontinued1985
PredecessorCommodore 16
CPUMOS Technology 7501
CPU Speed1.77 MHz
GraphicsTED (320×200, 121 colors)
SoundTED, 2 channels, 4 octaves
PortsSerial, User port, Tape
StorageCassette tape
Power9V AC

Summary

CHAPTER 1 Unpacking and Setting Up

Unpacking your Commodore Plus/4

Details on the items included in the computer box and how to unpack them.

Getting to know the switches and sockets

Identification and function of switches and sockets on the computer's exterior.

Setting up your Commodore Plus/4

Step-by-step guide for connecting the Plus/4 to a TV or monitor and power.

CHAPTER 2 Using the Keyboard and Screen

Special keys

Explanation of special function keys like RETURN, SHIFT, and RUN/STOP.

CHAPTER 3 Using Software

CHAPTER 4 Getting Started

CHAPTER 5 Numbers and Calculations

Using Variables

Introduction to numeric, integer, and string variables and their usage.

CHAPTER 6 Beginning BASIC Programming

Input/Output Statements

Using PRINT, INPUT, GETKEY, READ/DATA for program interaction.

Control Statements and Loops

How to control program flow using GOTO, FOR/NEXT, and DO/LOOP statements.

Conditional statements

Using IF/THEN statements to make decisions in programs.

CHAPTER 7 Using Graphics and Color

Controlling colors

How to set colors for screen areas, characters, and borders.

High resolution graphics

Using commands to draw dots, lines, circles, and shapes with pixel-level control.

Multi-color graphics

Utilizing the multi-color graphics mode for more color options at lower resolution.

CHAPTER 8 Making Sound and Music on the Plus/4

Sound command

Using the SOUND command to generate tones and noise with specific voice, frequency, and duration.

PLUS/4 ENCYCLOPEDIA

BASIC 3.5 Encyclopedia

Comprehensive guide to BASIC 3.5 commands, statements, functions, and variables.

SECTION 4 Error Messages

SECTION 13 Introduction (RS-232)

RS-232 Interface

Overview of the Commodore Plus/4's RS-232 interface for connecting external devices.

Opening The RS-232 Channel

Details on opening and managing RS-232 communication channels using BASIC.

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