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Pecom 64

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Pecom 64
DeveloperElektronska Industrija Niš
TypeHome computer
Release date1985; 39 years ago (1985)
MediaCompact Cassette
Operating systemBASIC, Assembler
CPUCDP 1802B 5V7 @ 2.813 MHz
Memory32 kB
DisplayVIS (CDP1869 + CDP1870)
Graphics40 x 24 characters, 240 x 216 equivalent resolution using using semigraphics, 8 colors
SoundTwo channels
RelatedPecom 32

Pecom 64 was an educational and/or home computer developed by Elektronska Industrija Niš of Serbia in 1985.[1][2][3] Modern emulators for the system exist,[3] along with software preservation efforts.[2][4]

Specifications

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Pecom 64 PCB

The machine had the following specifications:[1][3][5]

  • CPU: CDP 1802B 5V7 running at 2.813 MHz
  • ROM: 16 KB, with optional 16 KB upgrade containing enhanced editor and assembler
  • RAM: 32 KB
  • Secondary storage: cassette tape
  • VIS: (Video Interface System) CDP1869 / CDP1870
    • Text modes: 40 columns x 24 lines
    • Character set: 128 Programmable characters
    • Character size: 6x9 pixels
    • Graphics modes: None, but the character-set was re programmable (semigraphics) to simulate a 240x216 High Resolution display
    • Colours: A total of 8 foreground colours are available (with a limited choice of 4 per character and 1 per line of that character) and 8 background colours (defined for the whole screen).
  • Sound: 2 channels: one for tone generation with a span of 8 octaves, and 1 for special effect/white noise. Volume programmable in 16 steps.
  • I/O ports:cassette tape storage, composite and RF video, RS-232 and expansion connector
  • Power supply: 220V AC, 0.02 A, 4.5 W (built-in transformer)

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "ELEKTRONSKA INDUSTRIJA NIS PECOM 64". OLD-COMPUTERS.COM Museum. Archived from the original on 2023-06-08.
  2. ^ a b "ex-YU Racunalniska Scena".
  3. ^ a b c "EMMA 02 - Pecom 32 and 64".
  4. ^ "TOSEC: Elektronska Industrija Nis PECOM 32 & 64". 2012.
  5. ^ "Pecom 64 - Ei NIS (Elektronska Industrija NiÅ ) (Serbia)". 1000 BiT.