description Fujitsu FM-7 Overview
The Fujitsu FM-7 is an 8-bit home computer introduced by Fujitsu in 1982, primarily marketed toward Japanese consumers. It is powered by dual Motorola 6809 microprocessors and features graphical capabilities that distinguished it from competitors like the NEC PC-8801. The computer was widely used for hobbyist programming and gaming, supported by a robust library of localized software. It established a successful hardware line that remained popular in Japan throughout the 1980s.
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What processor does the Fujitsu FM-7 use?
The FM-7 uses two Motorola 6809-family processors clocked at about 2 MHz, with one handling the main system and the other serving graphics-related work. This dual-CPU design helped distinguish it from many competing 8-bit home computers.
How good were the FM-7's graphics compared with the NEC PC-8801?
The FM-7 could display 640 by 200 pixels with 8 colors and included dedicated video memory. It competed directly with the NEC PC-8801 and Sharp X1 in Japan's early-1980s home-computer market.
Was the Fujitsu FM-7 released before the FM-77?
Yes, Fujitsu released the FM-7 in 1982, and the FM-77 series followed in 1984. The FM-77 machines retained compatibility with much of the FM-7 software ecosystem while adding newer hardware.
What operating systems or software could run on an FM-7?
The FM-7 commonly used Fujitsu Disk Basic and could also run systems such as OS-9 and FLEX with appropriate software. Programs were distributed on cassette tape or 5-inch floppy disks, depending on the user's drive setup.
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