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by Bill Degnan - 09/10/2018 23:00 |
![]() The Radio Shack TRS 80 Model 1 26-1008 to my knowledge never appeared in the Radio Shack catalog and was never officially sold in stores. Obviously a few were made, but how many I do not know. Click image for larger view.
![]() Given the serial number, at least 38 and probably a hundred or so 26-1008 model number Model 1's were produced. Click image for larger view.
![]() Other than the (I have been told) MOS chips on the inside, externally this system looks like any later TRS 80 Model 1. I am guessing this is a first run or pre-mass-production model, produced in the Texas location. From what I read, the Model 1 was cancelled because it failed the new FCC RF interference regulations (1980-1). Click image for larger view.
![]() Pictured is a quick BASIC test just to verify the function of the computer system. For the record, the stock 26-1008 was a 16K Level II machine. Click image for larger view.
![]() Here is the output from the PRINTMEM command, 16K Level II BASIC. Click image for larger view.
This unit has never been opened, so I have not checked the motherboard to confirm it has MOS chips like the other 26-1008 I read about. If I open the case there is a sticker that I'd have to rip, and then it was void the warranty. :-) Reply |