Franklin Model 1000

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf computer
gptkbp:busConnections 8-bit
gptkbp:collectibility considered collectible
gptkbp:colors beige
gptkbp:compatibleWith Apple_II_software
gptkbp:design compact and portable
gptkbp:dimensions 16 x 14 x 5 inches
gptkbp:drawings text mode and low-res graphics
gptkbp:endOfLife 1990s
gptkbp:expansion 2
gptkbp:hasOccupation online forums
gptkbp:historicalSignificance technical specifications available
early affordable personal computer
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Franklin Model 1000
gptkbp:influences Apple_II_design
gptkbp:inputOutput RGB
QWERTY
keyboard
serial and parallel
standard layout
beeper
manual input
gptkbp:inspiration inspired future educational computers
gptkbp:legacy limited support today
influenced later personal computers
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Franklin_Computer_Corporation
gptkbp:marketSegment home and educational
gptkbp:monitors CRT monitor
gptkbp:network none
gptkbp:notableEvent available for modern systems
word processing and spreadsheets
gptkbp:notableFeature built-in BASIC interpreter
gptkbp:notableUsers students and educators
gptkbp:offers $499
gptkbp:operatingHours gptkb:Franklin_DOS
gptkbp:powerOutput monitor and printer
gptkbp:powers AC_adapter
gptkbp:primaryUser available online
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Zilog_Z80
gptkbp:productionCompany discontinued
printed output
gptkbp:RAM 64 KB
gptkbp:relatedPatent Franklin Model 2000
gptkbp:releaseYear 1982
gptkbp:renovated available from specialty shops
gptkbp:storage 5.25-inch floppy disk
gptkbp:successor Franklin Model 2000
gptkbp:type personal computer
gptkbp:userBase hobbyists and students
gptkbp:weight approximately 20 lbs