" VG5000μ " is a computer , created by Philips in 1984. It was manufactured in Le Mans at the Radiotechnique (RTS) facility . [1] Distributed under the brands Philips, Radiola and Schneider . [1] Approximately 300,000–400,000 copies were produced, and production was completed in 1986. [2]
| Philips VG5000 | |
|---|---|
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| Type of | Home computer |
| Date of issue | 1984 |
| Released by | 1986 |
| Architecture | 8-bit |
| CPU | Z80 4 MHz |
| RAM | 24 KB RAM , 18 KB ROM |
| Storage devices | Cassette tape |
| OS | VG5000 BASIC |
Not being MSX-compatible , it had some hardware compatible with VG8000 (for example, connectors for power supply and cassette recorder), as well as the ability to support Philips VU 0031 cartridges . [3]
Specifications
- Zilog Z80 4 MHz processor;
- ROM: 18KB, containing VG5000 BASIC, based on Microsoft BASIC 80;
- RAM: 24 KB, including 8 KB reserved for display;
- Video Processor : SGS Thomson EF9345 , which displays 8 x 10 pixels in eight colors;
- Graphics: 160 x 250 in 4 colors (4 x 10 pixel characters);
- 1-voice sound for 5 octaves ;
- Built-in 63-key AZERTY keyboard with key combination with basic instructions;
- Connector for a cassette tape recorder (1200/2400 baud );
- SCART connector;
- Connector bus 2x25 points.