Sharp MZ-80B User Manual

Personal Computer
IIIZ·OOODU
OWNER'S MANUAL
SHARP

Sharp MZ-80B Specifications

General

Brand	Sharp
Model	MZ-80B
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 The World of the MZ-80B Personal Computer

1.1 Features

Overview of the MZ-80B's capabilities, CPU, memory, and I/O.

1.2 Expansion equipments

Details on peripheral devices for expanding the MZ-80B system configuration.

Chapter 2 Using the MZ-80B

2.1 Initial program loading

Guide to loading system software from cassette tape or diskette files.

2.2 Keyboard

Layout and functions of the MZ-80B keyboard, divided into five areas.

2.3 Display

Explanation of the character and graphic display control systems.

Chapter 3 Option Device Installation

3.1 Installation of optional devices in the main cabinet of MZ-80B

Procedures for installing expansion memory, graphic memory, and I/O ports.

3.2 Setting option device interface cards in the expansion I/0 port

Instructions for inserting interface cards into the expansion I/O port.

Chapter 4 Hardware Configuration of the MZ-80B

4.1 The MZ-80B system diagram

Visual representation of the standard MZ-80B personal computer system configuration.

4.2 Memory configurations

Details on memory maps for IPL, normal, and V-RAM accessing states.

4.3 Signal system for the 8255 block, 8253 block and PIO block

Configuration of signal systems for key controllers in system control.

4.4 The MZ-80B circuit diagrams

Comprehensive collection of circuit diagrams for various MZ-80B components.

APPENDIX

A.1 Technical Data of Z80A-CPU

Detailed technical specifications and architecture of the Z80A-CPU.

A.2 Technical Data of Z80A-PIO

Technical specifications for the Z-80A Parallel I/O (PIO) circuit.

A.3 Specifications

Technical specifications for the MZ-80B system, CPU board, and power supply.

A.4 Caring for the system

Guidelines for maintaining and safely operating the MZ-80B system.