TRS-80 Model III

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:computer
gptkbp:bus_connections 8-bit bus
gptkbp:collectibility high among vintage computers
gptkbp:color beige
gptkbp:community_support active user groups
gptkbp:compatibility TRS-80 Model I and II
gptkbp:competitors gptkb:Apple_II
gptkbp:cultural_impact icon of 1980s computing
gptkbp:dimensions 15.5 x 16.5 x 5.5 inches
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1984
gptkbp:emulation available
gptkbp:end_of_life gptkb:1984
gptkbp:expansion_slots 2
gptkbp:floppy_disk_drive optional 5.25-inch drive
gptkbp:graphics text and graphics modes
limited to 16 colors
gptkbp:has_documentation technical manuals available
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneered personal computing
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:joystick
RS-232 serial port
printer support
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label TRS-80 Model III
gptkbp:influenced later personal computers
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:TRS-80_Model_I
gptkbp:input_output gptkb:keyboard
full-size keyboard
gptkbp:inspiration future Tandy computers
gptkbp:language_support gptkb:BASIC
gptkbp:launch_price $1,199
gptkbp:legacy part of early computing history
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Tandy_Corporation
gptkbp:market_launch gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:market_position limited
gptkbp:market_segment home and educational
gptkbp:monitors CRT monitor
gptkbp:network gptkb:none
gptkbp:notable_features built-in BASIC interpreter
gptkbp:notable_users hobbyists
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:TRSDOS
gptkbp:power_consumption low
gptkbp:power_supply AC power adapter
gptkbp:primary_use home computing
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Zilog_Z80
gptkbp:ram 128 KB
16 KB
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1980
gptkbp:resolution 64 x 16 characters
gptkbp:sound beeper
gptkbp:storage gptkb:cassette
gptkbp:successor gptkb:TRS-80_Model_4
gptkbp:user_base enthusiasts and educators
gptkbp:user_interface command line interface
gptkbp:user_manual available
gptkbp:weight 12.5 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:BASIC-80
gptkb:TRS-80
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6