VTech PreComputer 1000


The VTech PreComputer 1000 is an electronic learning aid manufactured by VTech and released in 1988 and 1989. It contains a single line dot matrix LCD, standard size keyboard and a number of activities, including trivia on science, history and general knowledge.
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

The VTech PreComputer 1000 relies upon a Z80B clone as it's processing core. A 2K Sharp LH5116-10 is used for RAM. As of 1992, a CMOS version of the Z80 marketed as the Z84 is used.
A 1MB ROM contains program data. This can be expanded via. the cartridge slot. A Toshiba TC531000CP 128K ROM is used in some cartridges.
Output is supplied by a single row row dot-matrix LCD panel.

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