3973

FE33 A2 05

 

LDX

#05

;SET UP INNER LOOP

3974

FE35 4A

INLUP

LSR

A

;SHIFT 5 BITS ACC TO MOVAD,MOVAD+1

3975

FE36 6E 26 01

 

ROR

MOVAD

 

3976

FE39 6E 27 01

 

ROR

MOVAD+1

 

3977

FE3C CA

 

DEX

 

 

3978

FE3D D0 F6

 

BNE

INLUP

 

3979

FE3F 88

 

DEY

 

 

3980

FE40 D0 EE

 

BNE

OUTLUP

 

3981

FE42

 

 

 

 

3982

FE42

;SEARCH FOR MATCHING COMPRESSED CODE

3983

FE42 A2 40

 

LDX

#$40

 

3984

FE44 AD 26 01

SRCHLP LDA

MOVAD

 

3985

FE47 DD B8 F5

SRCHM

CMP

MNEML-1,X

;MATCH LEFT HALF

3986

FE4A F0 05

 

BEQ

MATCH

 

3987

FE4C CA

 

DEX

 

 

3988

FE4D D0 F8

 

BNE SRCHM

;IF NO - TRY AGAIN

3989

FE4F F0 0B

 

BEQ

MATCH1

 

3990

FE51 AD 27 01

MATCH

LDA

MOVAD+1

;ALSO MATCH RIGHT HALF

3991

FE54 DD F8 F5

 

CMP

MNEMR-1,X

 

3992

FE57 F0 06

 

BEQ

GOTIT

 

3993

FE59 CA

 

DEX

 

 

3994

FE5A D0 E8

 

BNE

SRCHLP

 

3995

FE5C 4C C5 FC

MATCH1 JMP

ERRORM

 

3996

FE5F

 

 

 

 

3997

FE5F

;GET INSTRUCTION TYPE FROM TYPE TABLE

3998

FE5F BD 5D FB

GOTIT

LDA

TYPTB-1,X

 

3999

FE62 8D 2E 01

 

STA

TYPE

 

4000

FE65

 

 

 

 

4001

FE65

;GET OPCODE FROM OP CODE UE

4002

FE65 BD 1D FB

 

LDA

STCODE-1,X

 

4003

FE68 8D 34 A4

 

STA

OPCODE

 

4004

FE6B 4C C1 FB

 

JMP

MODEM

 

4005

FE6E

 

 

 

 

4006

FE6E

;THIS SECTION SETS THE CURRENT ADDRESS POINTER

4007

FE6E A9 2A

STLO

LDA

#'*'

 

4008

FE70 20 7A E9

 

JSR

OUTPUT

 

4009

FE73 20 AE EA

STLOAD JSR

ADDIN

;GET ADDR

4010

FE76 B0 F6

 

BCS

STLO

;IN CASE OF ERROR

4011

FE78 4C 24 FF

 

JMP PATC16

;ADDR TO PC THEN TO STARTM

4012

FE7B

 

 

 

 

4013

FE7B

;PATCHES TO CORRECT PROBLEMS WITHOUT

4014

FE7B

;CHANGING ENTRY POINTS TO THE ROUTINES

4015

FE7B 41

 

.DB

"A"

 

4016

FE7C 38

PATCH1 SEC

 

;ADJUST BAUD

4017

FE7D E9 2C

 

SBC

#44

 

4018

FE7F 8D 18 A4

 

STA

CNTL30

 

4019

FE82 60

 

RTS

 

 

4020

FE83

 

 

 

 

4021

FE83 8A

CUREAD TXA

 

;SAVE X , OUTPUT CUR

4022

FE84 48

 

PHA

 

 

4023

FE85 AE 15 A4

 

LDX

CURPO2

 

4024

FE88 E0 14

 

CPX

#20

;ONLY IF < 20

4025

FE8A B0 05

 

BCS

PAT2A

 

4026

FE8C A9 DE

 

LDA

#$DE

 

4027

FE8E 20 7B EF

 

JSR

OUTDD1

 

4028

FE91 68

PAT2A

PLA

 

 

4029

FE92 AA

 

TAX

 

 

4030

FE93 4C 3C E9

 

JMP READ

;CONTINUE

4031

FE96

 

 

 

 

4032

FE96 20 3C E9

RED1

JSR READ

;READ & ECHO WITHOUT CURSOR

4033

FE99 4C 76 E9

 

JMP

RED2

 

4034

FE9C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Apple II manual MATCH1 JMP, Curead TXA

II specifications

The Apple II, launched in April 1977, was one of the first highly successful mass-produced microcomputer products. It marked a significant leap in personal computing, setting standards for future developments in the industry. Created by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs, the Apple II differentiated itself with its user-friendly design, appealing aesthetics, and robust capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Apple II was its open architecture, which allowed users to expand and enhance the computer's functionality. This design enabled hundreds of third-party hardware and software developers to contribute to its ecosystem, resulting in an array of peripherals, including printers, modems, and storage devices. The Apple II utilized a MOS Technology 6502 microprocessor running at a clock speed of 1 MHz. Initially equipped with 4 KB of RAM, the machine could be expanded to 48 KB, accommodating more complex applications and programs.

The Apple II was also notable for its colorful graphics. It was one of the first computers to support color display, offering a 6-color palette with a resolution of 280x192 pixels in 16 colors when using its Color Graphics Card. This feature significantly enhanced the visual appeal of games and educational software developed for the platform, making computing more accessible and entertaining for various audiences.

Apple's commitment to user experience was evident in the design of the machine. It featured an integrated keyboard and a plastic case, which was both durable and visually appealing. The self-contained design included drive bays for floppy disk drives, allowing for quicker data access than traditional tape drives. It also supported audio output, enabling sound effects and music, a novelty at the time.

The introduction of the Apple DOS operating system further underscored the machine's capabilities. DOS streamlined file management and made it easier for users to navigate and manage their data. The combination of hardware and software positioned the Apple II as an educational tool and a gaming platform, fostering a vibrant software ecosystem.

The Apple II family continued to evolve, with variations like the Apple II+, IIe, and IIgs being introduced over the years. These iterations brought enhancements in memory, processing power, and graphics capabilities. The legacy of the Apple II endures, not only as a foundational product in personal computing but also as a symbol of innovation that paved the way for future advancements in technology. Its impact is still felt today, as it inspired countless developers and shaped the trajectory of the computer industry.