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| The C-64C is really a standard C-64 in a new sleeker case. When Commodore introduced the C-128 it revamped the C-64 line to give it the same modern look of the C-128. I would assume this was a marketing ploy to boost the sales of the C-64 since most people liked the new sleek design of the C-128, and would replace their bulky looking C-64's and buy the newly designed C-64C. It was a cosmetic change only, the board inside was an exact match to the older style. In fact there were some mail order companies who were selling the new design outer plastic cases so people could do it themselves and save money. |
| Introduced | January 198? |
| Discontinued | March 1994 |
| Release Price | $129.99 |
System Architecture |
Memory |
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| Microprocessor | 6510 | Standard on system board | 64k | |
| Clock speed | 1 MHz | Maximum on system board | 64k | |
| Bus type | CBM proprietary | Maximum total memory | 512k cartridge | |
| Data bus width | 8-bit | Memory type and speed | 200ns dynamic RAM | |
| Address bus width | 16-bit | System board memory socket type | 16 pin DIP | |
| Interrupt levels | N/A | Number of memory module sockets | 8 soldered | |
| DMA channels | N/A | Memory used on system board | 4164-2/MK4564N-20 | |
Standard Features |
Disk Storage |
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| ROM size | 20k | Internal disk and tape drive bays | none | |
| Optional math coprocessor | none | Standard floppy drives | optional | |
| Parallel port type | serial | Optional floppy drives: | up to 8 | |
| RS232C serial ports | yes | * 5 1/4 inch 160k | optional | |
| Mouse ports | yes - joystick | * 5 1/4 inch 1.2MB | No | |
| UART chip used | N/A | * 3 1/2 inch 720k | No | |
| Maximum speed | N/A | * 3 1/2 inch 1.44MB | No | |
| CMOS real time clock | no | * 3 1/2 inch 2.88MB | No | |
| CMOS RAM | none | Hard disk controller included | No | |
Video & Graphics |
Sound |
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| Graphics Processor | VIC II 6567 / 40 pin DIP | Sound Interface device | SID 6581 / 28 pin DIP | |
| Screen size - Col x Rows | 40 x 25 | Sound generation | 3 voices | |
| Resolution - Colors/High | 16 - 320 x 200 pixels | ADSR capable | yes | |
| Resolution - Colors/Low | 16 - 40 x 25 | Programming language | ||
| Max colors | 16 | Built in language | PET BASIC ver 2.0 | |
| Sprites or Missiles | 8 - 21 x 24 pixels | Built in M L monitor | no | |
Expansion Slots |
Keyboard Specs. |
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| Total adapter slots | 1-8 bit | Number of keys | 66 | |
| Number of 8/16/32 bit slots | 1/0/0 | Upper/lower case | yes/yes | |
| Keyboard cable length | N/A | |||
Physical Specs. |
Environmental Specs |
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| * Height | 3 inches | Operating voltage @ 60 Hz | 117 VAC | |
| * Width | 16 inches | Maximum power supplied | 40 watts | |
| * Depth | 8 inches | Power supply output - volts | 9 vdc / 5 vdc | |
| * Weight | 4 1/2 pounds | Power supply output - amps |