A couple of firsts for me (Commodore)

From: Michael Passer <passerm_at_umkc.edu>
Date: Tue May 28 06:48:53 2002

The C128 has BASIC in ROM--two different ones, even. The
regular C64 BASIC and BASIC 7.0 (IIRC) that supports 80
columns.

There is also the option of booting CP/M, as it also contains
a Z-80 in addition to its 6502 compatible chip. I don't know
where to find a CP/M boot disk for the 1581 (3.5" drive),
though.

While pretty much any old composite monitor should work,
it'd be nice to be on the lookout for a Commodore 1084 with
support for Luma/Chroma and RGB. That way, you'd be able
to use 80 columns and C64 mode all on the same monitor.
It also has built-in sound. I'm sure other list members can
point out monitors that work equally well, but that's one I
was lucky enough to obtain (and works on Amigas, too!)

Enjoy your new find--there are _lots_ of programs available
out there in disk image format--but they're usually 1541
images, which are 5.25". A 1571 drive (5.25" enhanced)
or 1541 should be easy to find in thrift stores, etc. If you
become desparate, drop me a line--I left two 1541s in my
basement and they've bred, so I can spare one.

Regards,
--Michael
Received on Tue May 28 2002 - 06:48:53 BST