Sinclair QL

GPTKB entity

Statements (124)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:computer
gptkbp:availability gptkb:Limited
Third-party software
gptkbp:color gptkb:Black
gptkbp:community_support Active
Active retro community
gptkbp:compatibility ZX Spectrum software
gptkbp:depth 16 colors
gptkbp:design Compact design
gptkbp:development gptkb:QL_Development_Kit
gptkbp:dimensions 30 x 20 x 5 cm
300 x 200 x 50 mm
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1985
gptkb:1986
gptkb:1990
gptkbp:emulation gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:end_of_life 1990s
gptkbp:expansion_slots 2
gptkbp:form_factor Desktop
gptkbp:game_mode High resolution
gptkbp:gpu gptkb:Motorola_6845
gptkbp:graphics gptkb:QL_Graphics_Library
Vector graphics
Bitmap graphics
gptkbp:has_programs gptkb:QL_Software_Development_Kit
Business applications
gptkbp:historical_significance Pioneered multitasking in PCs
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:joystick
gptkb:mouse
gptkb:monitor
gptkb:print
RS-232
Parallel port
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sinclair QL
gptkbp:influences Home computing era
gptkbp:input_output gptkb:joystick
gptkb:mouse
gptkb:keyboard
QWERTY
gptkbp:language_support gptkb:Basic
gptkbp:legacy gptkb:Limited
Influenced later computers
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Sinclair_Research
gptkbp:market gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:market_position Niche market
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:business
gptkbp:memory_type Dynamic RAM
gptkbp:monitors 640 x 256 pixels
gptkbp:network gptkb:Ethernet
gptkb:None
gptkbp:notable_feature gptkb:Community_support
Low cost
Business applications
File sharing
Remote access
Technical support
Database management
User-friendly interface
Community forums
Customizable settings
Multitasking
Software updates
Text processing
Data management
Online resources
User manuals
Events and meetups
Graphics programming
High-resolution graphics
User community
Hardware upgrades
User groups
Spreadsheet applications
Compact design
Networking capabilities
Software compatibility
Gaming capabilities
Third-party software
Built-in BASIC interpreter
Expandable memory
Documentation availability
Educational use
Legacy support
Built-in clock
Peripheral support
Software compatibility with ZX Spectrum
Integrated software tools
gptkbp:notable_games gptkb:QL_Games
gptkbp:notable_programs gptkb:QL_Database
gptkb:QL_Graphics_Editor
gptkb:QL_Word_Processor
QL Programming Environment
QL Spreadsheet
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:developers
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:QL_Operating_System
gptkbp:peripherals Printers
gptkbp:power_supply AC adapter
gptkbp:price £399
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Motorola_68008
8 MHz
gptkbp:programming_language Integrated development environment
gptkbp:project Open source projects
gptkbp:ram 128 KB
16 KB
gptkbp:release_date January 1984
April 1984
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1984
gptkbp:sound gptkb:AY-3-8910
gptkb:Mono
gptkb:Buzzer
Mono speaker
gptkbp:storage gptkb:Microdrive
gptkbp:successor Sinclair QL 2
Sinclair QL 3
gptkbp:support No longer supported
gptkbp:user_base Enthusiasts
Home users
gptkbp:user_interface Command line
gptkbp:user_manual Available
Available online
gptkbp:video_output Composite video
gptkbp:weight 1.5 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:MOS_6502
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5