TK 2000

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Also known asTK 2000 Color Computer, TK 2000 II Color Computer
ManufacturerMicrodigital Eletrônica
Released1984; 42 years ago (1984)
TK 2000
TK 2000 II Color Computer
Also known asTK 2000 Color Computer, TK 2000 II Color Computer
ManufacturerMicrodigital Eletrônica
TypePersonal computer
Released1984; 42 years ago (1984)
Discontinued1987; 39 years ago (1987)
Operating systemApplesoft BASIC compatible, TKDOS 3.3 (Apple DOS 3.3 compatible)
CPUMOS Technology 6502 @ 1,02 MHz
Memory64KB (expandable to 128KB)
Removable storageFloppy Disks, Audio Cassette
DisplayRF TV out or RGB; 40×24 text; 280×192 graphics; 8 colors
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The TK 2000 microcomputer, produced by the Brazilian company Microdigital Eletrônica Ltda,[1][2][3] was presented to the public during the 1983 Computer Fair and launched in 1984.[4] It was a clone of the Microprofessor II manufactured by Multitech.[5][3] Based on the 6502 CPU, the machine was partially compatible with Apple II Plus software and hardware.[5][6] Some software was developed specifically for the machine, including productivity programs and games.[7][8]

In 1985 the TK2000/II was released and in 1987 the machine was discontinued.

  • CPU - MOS Technology 6502 at 1,02 MHz
  • Memory - 16 KB ROM, 64 KB RAM (expandable to 128KB)
  • Sound - one channel, up to 4 octaves with tones and semitones, 5 different tempos for each note, by software.
  • Video - 280 x 192 with 8 colors, low-resolution mode emulates 16 colors through dithering.
  • Keyboard - mechanical, 54 keys with QWERTY layout.
  • Expansion - 1 slot
  • Interfaces / Ports - TV output, RGB monitor, printer, joystick
  • Storage - cassette recorder (1500 baud), external 5¼ floppy drive (140 Kb, double density)
  • Operating system - BASIC, TKDOS 3.3 ( Apple DOS 3.3 compatible)

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