| Thomson MO6 | |
| Aka: | Olivetti Prodest PC128 |
| Manufacturer: | Thomson SA |
| Media: | Audio cassette |
| Os: | BASIC 128 and Basic 1.0[1] |
| Power: | 200V, 24W |
| Cpu: | Motorola 6809E @ 1MHz |
| Storage: | Audio cassette (1200/2400 bauds), disk drive (optional) |
| Memory: | 64Kb ROM, 128kB RAM |
| Display: | 8 modes from 160 x 200 to 640 x 200 with 2 to 16 colors (from 4096) |
| Graphics: | Thomson EF9369 |
| Sound: | 4 channels, 7 octaves |
| Input: | 69 keys mechanical AZERTY keyboard, light pen |
| Controllers: | Joystick, Mouse |
| Dimensions: | 362 x 87 x 315 mm |
| Weight: | 3Kg |
| Compatibility: | Thomson MO5 |
| Predecessor: | Thomson MO5 |
The Thomson MO6 was a Motorola 6809E-based computer introduced in France in 1986.[2] [3] It was intended as the successor to the Thomson MO5[4] and featured 128 KB of RAM, a text display, and a new built-in Microsoft BASIC interpreter (BASIC 128[5]). It retained compatibility with its predecessor, while incorporating the same technology as the TO8.[6]
Graphic abilities were expanded compared to the MO5, by the use of the Thomson EF9369 graphics chip. The 16 colour palette could be defined from a total of 4096[5] colours and extra video modes were available:[5]
In Italy it was sold by Olivetti with minor aesthetic changes, and named Olivetti Prodest PC128. Twenty-one games were released for the MO6.[7] [8] The machine was available until January 1989.
PC emulator for Thomson MO5, MO5E, MO5NR, MO6, T9000, TO7, TO7/70, TO8, TO8D, TO9, TO9+ and Olivetti Prodest PC128. Comprehensive software and documentation are also available.
