Artifact Details

Title

ZX81 personal Computer

Catalog Number

X514.84

Type

Physical object

Description

The Sinclair ZX81 was introduced in March of 1981 by British entrepreneur Clive Sinclair. Also known as the Timex-Sinclair TS1000, it was the first personal computer to sell for under $100. Word length: 8 bit. CPU: Z80A. Primary memory: RAM 2K, ROM 8K. Quantity produced: two million.. Object comprises ZX81 computer on plastic stand attached with double-sided foam tape, also ZX 16K RAM expansion module and box for expansion module

Date

1981

Manufacturer

Sinclair Research Ltd.

Place Manufactured

U. K.

Identifying Numbers

Model number ZX81

Dimensions

6 x 6 1/2 x 11 in.

Category

Digital computer/personal computer/desktop

Credit

Gift of Sinclair Research Limited

Lot Number

X514.84