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Tandy Color Computer 2

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description Tandy Color Computer 2 Overview

The Tandy Color Computer 2, introduced by Radio Shack in 1983, is a home computer in the TRS-80 Color Computer line. It uses the Motorola 6809E processor rather than the Zilog Z80 stated in some descriptions, and it supports color graphics through the Color Computer hardware and Microsoft BASIC environment. The CoCo 2 was sold for home programming, games, and general personal-computing use.

help Tandy Color Computer 2 FAQ

What processor does the Tandy Color Computer 2 use?

The Tandy Color Computer 2 uses the Motorola 6809E processor. It does not use the Zilog Z80, which is sometimes incorrectly stated in descriptions of the machine.

When was the Tandy Color Computer 2 introduced?

Radio Shack introduced the Color Computer 2 in 1983. It was part of the TRS-80 Color Computer line of home computers.

Could the Tandy Color Computer 2 display color graphics?

Yes, color graphics were a core feature of the Color Computer hardware. The machine was designed for home computing with a color display rather than the monochrome output associated with some earlier personal computers.

Is the Tandy Color Computer 2 related to the TRS-80 line?

Yes, it belongs to Radio Shack's TRS-80 Color Computer family. Its Motorola 6809E processor and color graphics hardware distinguish it from the separate Z80-based TRS-80 systems often confused with it.

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