| Canon X-07 was a portable microcomputer released by Canon in September 1983. It was one of the first truly portable, stand-alone, and expandable personal computers, inspired by 8-bit desktop systems. Designed for both home users and professionals, it featured a compact form factor, low-power CMOS electronics, and a built-in LCD screen. Its hardware was based on the National Semiconductor NSC800 processor, which was compatible with the Z80 instruction set and the Intel 8085 bus. The system came with 8 KB of RAM, expandable to 24 KB, and 20 KB of ROM containing Microsoft BASIC, which included hardware-specific instructions for controlling peripherals like printers, the LCD screen, and the internal clock. The X-07 supported various peripherals and extensions, including a thermal printer (model X-710), a video interface module (X-720), a cassette tape interface, and a system bus for connecting additional devices. The Canon X-710 is a battery-powered color pen plotter designed as an accessory for the Canon X-07 portable microcomputer released in 1983. It prints text and simple graphics in four colors: black, blue, red, and green. The device connects to the X-07 via an 8-pin parallel bus interface with a strobe signal. It supports text mode (up to 80 characters per line) and a drawing mode where pen commands create lines and shapes. Portable and battery-operated, the X-710 was useful for producing diagrams, charts, and other basic graphics, making it valuable for educational and professional use. Despite its innovative features, the X-07 faced challenges in the market due to its limited software ecosystem and competition from other portable computers. |
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