VTech PreComputer 2000 explained

The VTech PreComputer 2000 (also known as the Genius Leader 2000/2000 Plus)[1] is an electronic learning aid manufactured by VTech and released in 1992. It contains a dot matrix LCD, standard size keyboard, 34 activities for teaching in 4 different levels for 1 or 2 players and introductory computer programming with the BASIC programming language. It has an 80,000 word spell checker and a SAT word builder. It can be powered by a battery or AC adapter. It is the successor to the VTech PreComputer 1000 model.

Specifications

The VTech PreComputer 2000 relies upon a Z80B clone as its processing core.

A 1MBit (128Kbyte) ROM contains the Operating system and program data which can be expanded via the cartridge slot.

Output is supplied by a 2 row 20 column dot-matrix LCD panel.

This machine features a rudimentary implementation of BASIC offering truth tables, arrays, input statements and variables, allowing users to create simple text programs. One program may be held in memory at a time.

Features

The VTech PreComputer 2000 offers the following features:[2] [3]

Expansion cartridges

Cartridges for the VTech PreComputer 1000 could be used but the following cartridges were available for the VTech PreComputer 2000: The cartridges could only be inserted with the power off before re-powering and pressing the 'Cartridge' button to activate.[4]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Teameurope. 2013-11-07. Dumping Blog: VTech - Stuff. 2020-08-28. Dumping Blog.
  2. Book: Vtech . VTech PreComputer 2000 Manual . 1992.
  3. VTech UK Advertising Flyer Ref: 95-0155-18
  4. Web site: Nostalgia Nerd. vTech PreComputer 2000 Inspection. YouTube.