BBC Microcomputer System

The British Broadcasting Corporation Microcomputer System, BBC Microcomputer System, or best known as the BBC Micro is a series of microcomputers designed by Acorn Computers Ltd. and distributed by the BBC. The first models were... See more

Release date
December 1, 1981
Media
Cassette tape, Floppy disc, Winchester HD
Max Controllers
2
Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation Microcomputer System, BBC Microcomputer System, or best known as the BBC Micro is a series of microcomputers designed by Acorn Computers Ltd. and distributed by the BBC. The first models were released in December 1981 in Europe for £235 or £335, depending on the model. The computers were also released in North America (1983). The computers were designed with an emphasis on education, and being more rugged then other brands. The computers were manufactured until an unspecified time in 1994.

Cpu

MOS Technology 6502A/6512A

Memory

16 KB, 32 KB, 64 KB, 128 KB

Graphics

Motorola 6845 and Mullard SAA5050 Teletext

Sound

Texas Instruments SN76489, 4 channels, mono

Display

8 modes: 5 graphics, 2 text only and 1 Teletext

Manufacturer

Acorn Computers

Developers

Acorn Computers

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