| LNW-80 | |
| Manufacturer: | LNW Research |
| Os: | TRSDOS, CP/M |
| Cpu: | Z-80A |
| Memory: | 48 KB |
| Display: | 64×16, 80×24 characters; 128×48 semigraphics, 8 colors; 480×192 monochrome; 384×192 pixels, 2 colors for each 3x4 pixel |
| Sound: | Built-in speaker, tone generator |
| Compatibility: | Tandy TRS-80 Model 1 |
| Cpuspeed: | 1.77 or 4 MHz |
The LNW-80, released in 1982, is the first computer built by LNW Research Corporation (later known as LNW Computers).[1] [2] [3] The computer is 100% compatible with the Tandy TRS-80 Model 1, but has some hardware enhancements. Most notable are the high-resolution color graphics, which could also be used for an 80×24 screen, with a special software driver (TRS-80 is 64×16, while 80×24 is the screen size most CP/M software needed). Other enhancements were high processor speed (Z-80A at 4 MHz), color support, and optionally, CP/M support. The LNW-80 was also sold as a kit. The LNW supported four screen modes:
LNW Research started by making third party extensions for the Tandy TRS-80 model 1 market. They started in 1979 or 1980 with a System Extension, a D.I.Y. kit replacement of the Tandy Expansion Interface. The LNW80 appeared at the end of 1980. Later came the LNDoubler, a high quality double density adapter in 1981. 1983 saw the LNW II, an upgrade of the LNW80 capable of running CP/M and the LNW Team, which included an Intel 8088 board for MS-DOS compatibility. The company folded due to bankruptcy in 1984.