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Tandy 1500HD - User Manual

Tandy 1500HD
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TANDY@
Cat.
No.
25-3506
1500HD
User
Guide

Table of Contents

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Summary

Before You Begin

Package Contents

Lists items included in the Tandy 1500 HD computer package.

About This Book

Explains the manual's sections and how to navigate it.

Text Conventions

Introduction

Standard Features

Details the key hardware and software features of the computer.

Optional Features

Describes add-on hardware options to enhance computer functionality.

Getting Started

Power Sources and Battery Charging

Explains powering the computer via AC adapter and charging the battery.

Starting Your Computer

Operating Your Computer

Using the Diskette Drive

Explains how to insert, use, and handle diskettes.

Turning Off Your Computer

Using the Keyboard

Function Keys

Describes the special functions of the F1-F12 keys.

Typewriter Keys

Explains the standard alphanumeric and symbol keys.

Numeric Keypad Area

Details the usage of the numeric keypad for data entry.

Arrow (Cursor) Keys

Explains the function of keys used for cursor movement.

Getting More

Adding and Using a Printer

Guides on connecting and using a printer.

Adding a Mouse or Other Serial Device

Explains connecting serial peripherals like mice.

Adding an Internal 1 MB EMS RAM Card

Details the installation of a memory expansion card.

Changing Your Computers Functions

The Setup Program

Explains configuring start-up and power parameters via the Setup utility.

The Power Program

Describes temporary adjustments to power management settings.

Parameter Defaults and Descriptions

Lists and explains the default settings for computer functions.

Using the Setup Program in DOS

Provides instructions for using the Setup program from MS-DOS.

Basic DeskMate Commands

Getting Around in DeskMate

Explains navigation within the DeskMate graphical interface.

Formatting a Diskette

Provides step-by-step instructions for formatting floppy disks.

Copying Files

Explains the process of copying files within DeskMate.

Copying Diskettes

Guides on how to duplicate floppy disks.

Using MS-DOS

Entering MS-DOS Commands

Introduces the basics of interacting with the MS-DOS command line.

About the Drives

Describes the computer's floppy and hard disk drives.

Backing Up Your Hard Disk

Explains the importance and methods for backing up hard disk data.

How MS-DOS Stores Information

Covers file structure, directories, and filenames in MS-DOS.

Hard Disk Formatting

Using HSECT

Guides through the low-level formatting of the hard disk.

Using FDISK

Explains how to create and manage disk partitions using FDISK.

Using FORMAT

Details the high-level formatting process for disks.

Computer Care

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the Tandy 1500 HD.

Tandy 1500HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerTandy Corporation
Model1500HD
CategoryLaptop
Release Year1986
Clock Speed8 MHz
RAM640 KB
Storage20 MB hard drive
Operating SystemMS-DOS
PortsParallel, serial, external floppy drive
BatteryNiCad battery

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