AEDIT-86Error Messages

AEDIT-86 User's Guide

bad margins

bad right margin

bad tabs

bad Leftcol

bad Viewrow

Attempt to set margins out of the legal range. Editor returns to main command level.

Attempt to set right margin out of the legal range. Editor"returns to main command level.

Attempt to set bad tabs; e.g., 4,2 is illegal since the second value is less than the first. Editor returns to main command level.

Attempt to set bad left column, Leftcol accepts any number from 0 to 176. Editor returns to main command level.

Attempt to set bad viewrow. This value must be between 0 and (text size - I). Editor returns to main command level.

block buffer too large for SB Attempt to specify < FETS ) B or SB when the current block buffer is greater than 60 characters.

cannot delete more than 32 Attempt to use count greater than 32 with < DELCH > command. Editor returns to main

 

command level.

illegal command

Attempt to enter illegal and/or unknown command.

 

Editor ignores command.

illegal invocation

Attempt to invoke AEDIT-86 with an illegal invoca-

 

tion line, or an illegal invocation under QUIT Init.

insufficient terminal

Attempt to set windowing on a terminal that does not

capabilities

have AFEK or AFEL output functions. Editor returns

 

to main command level.

invalid hex value

Attempt to input an invalid hexadecimal value. Editor

 

returns to main command level.

invalid variable name

Attempt to input an invalid value for < FETS) or

 

<FETN >.

macro creation is forbidden Attempt was made to define a macro while a macro

while executing a macro

was being executed.

macro nesting too deep

Nesting level for macros exceeded. A maximum of

 

eight levels is allowed.

no more room for macros

Macro buffer is full.

no such macro

Attempt to execute macro that does not exist. Editor

 

returns to main command level.

not found: "target string"

Target string not found. Editor returns to main

 

command level.

some text lost

In FORWARDONLY, the file is larger than the

 

allocated memory.

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AEDIT-86 specifications

The Intel AEDIT-86, also known as the Intel 8086, is a notable microprocessor that played a critical role in shaping the computing landscape. Released in 1978, it was Intel's first 16-bit microprocessor, setting the stage for the x86 architecture that continues to influence modern computing.

One of the main features of the AEDIT-86 is its 16-bit architecture, which allows it to process data in larger chunks compared to its 8-bit predecessors. This capability not only improves performance but also increases the amount of memory that can be addressed, allowing for a maximum of 1 MB of RAM. This was a significant advancement at the time, enabling more complex software and operating systems to run efficiently.

The AEDIT-86 is built on a 3-micron process technology, which was innovative for its time and contributed to its performance capabilities. The microprocessor operates at a clock speed of up to 5 MHz, which allowed it to execute more instructions per second than previous generations of processors. This speed, combined with its wide data bus (16 bits), enables the processor to handle a larger volume of information more quickly.

Intel incorporated several key technologies in the AEDIT-86, including segmentation. This feature divides the memory into different segments, making it easier for programs to access data and improving memory management. The AEDIT-86 also supports a minimum of four 64 KB segments, which enhances the organization and access of programs and data in memory.

Another significant aspect of the AEDIT-86 is its compatibility with the existing 8080 and 8085 instruction sets, which facilitated easier migration for developers and helped the processor gain traction in the market. This backward compatibility allowed existing software to be ported to the new platform with minimal modification.

Furthermore, the Intel AEDIT-86 introduced a powerful instruction set that includes both integer and string manipulation commands, paving the way for more versatile programming. The instruction set architecture (ISA) of the AEDIT-86 supports both high-level programming languages and low-level assembly language, offering flexibility for various applications.

In summary, the Intel AEDIT-86 is a groundbreaking microprocessor known for its 16-bit architecture, advanced segmentation technology, and compatibility with earlier instruction sets. Its introduction marked the beginning of the x86 architecture, which has influenced countless processors and computing systems that followed. The AEDIT-86's features and technologies were instrumental in the evolution of personal computing, laying the groundwork for future innovations in the industry.