Z88 Technical Specification
Design Four-chip design - CPU, ROM. RAM, gate array.
CPU Z8O (CMOS).
ROM 128K containing operating system and applications software
together with BASIC/Assembler.
RAM 32K expandable via 32K, 128K 512K and 1 megabyte to
a maximum 3 megabytes, battery-backed from the computer.
EPROM/FLASH EPROM Up to 3 megabytes removable storage capacity
via 32K, 128K 256K and 1 megabyte packs.
Applications software Pipedream word-processing and spreadsheet
applications. Database. Calculator, diary, calendar, clock, alarms,
printer editor, come as pop-down' screens.
Operating system Oz operating software, (v2.2 or 3.0) allows task-switching between
applications without loading or exiting.
Language/Assembler Powerful BASIC.
Display 8 x 106 characters superIwist' LCD. Includes 8 x 80 working
area, page map (shows where you are on a complete page), battery
strength, alarm status.
Power 4 AA batteries provide 20 hours active computing
or one year on standby.
Ports Three for memory-pack expansion, RS232 for popular
printers and data import/export.
RAM Packs
Require no external power,
and are available with 32K and 128K 512K and 1 megabyte capacity.
EPROM Packs Solid-state
permanent storage, available in 32K, 128K and 256K. 1 megabyte
FLASH EPROM packs available NOW.
EPROM Eraser Z88 EPROM Eraser, completely
deletes EPROM data - leaves you with a blank EPROM pack, ready
for re-use.
PCLINK Consisting of software diskette
and RS232 serial cable, allows transfer and receipt of ASCII files
between the Z88, and an IBM or compatible PC. Also converts Z88
Pipedream files into either Wordstar or Lotus 1-2-3 files.
Links for other computers available.
Serial Printer Cable
Connects the
Z88 to any printer with a standard serial port.
Parallel Printer
Cable connects
the Z88 to any printer with a standard parallel port.
AC Adapter helps preserve battery life,
and is useful when the Z88 is in constant use in a fixed position.