VTech PreComputer 1000
The VTech PreComputer 1000 is an electronic learning aid manufactured by VTech and released in 1988 (USA)[1] and 1989 (Europe). It contains a single line dot matrix LCD, standard size keyboard and a number of activities, including trivia on science, history and general knowledge.[2]
The PreComputer 1000 is VTech's first child learning product to incorporate the BASIC programming language. It is the predecessor to the PreComputer 2000.
Specifications[edit]
The VTech PreComputer 1000 relies upon a Z80B[3] clone as it's processing core.
A 1MB ROM contains program data[3]. This can be expanded via. the cartridge slot.
Output is supplied by a single row row dot-matrix LCD panel.
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References
- ^ PreComputer 1000 Course Book. VTech Educational Electronics. 1988. ASIN B000BSI01W.
- ^ "VTech Laptops". YouTube.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b By (2019-11-19). "Teardown: VTech PreComputer 1000 Is An Iconic PC In A Toy Wrapper". Hackaday. Retrieved 2020-06-30.