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{{Infobox computer | {{Infobox computer | ||
| name = Osborne Vixen | | name = Osborne Vixen | ||
| image = [[File: | | image = [[File:Osborne-vixen.jpg|250px]] | ||
| caption = Osborne Vixen portable computer | | caption = Osborne Vixen portable computer | ||
| manufacturer = Osborne Computer Corporation | | manufacturer = Osborne Computer Corporation | ||
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| weight = 18 lbs (8.2 kg) | | weight = 18 lbs (8.2 kg) | ||
| os = CP/M 2.2 | | os = CP/M 2.2 | ||
| predecessor = [[Osborne | | predecessor = [[Osborne Executive]] | ||
| successor = | | successor = | ||
| codename = Encore | | codename = Encore | ||
| model = OCC-4 | | model = OCC-4 | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Osborne Vixen''' is a Z80-based portable computer introduced by Osborne Computer Corporation in late 1984 as the successor to the Osborne | The '''Osborne Vixen''' is a Z80-based portable computer introduced by Osborne Computer Corporation in late 1984 as the successor to the Osborne Executive. Designed as a compact, luggable CP/M system, the Vixen featured a larger screen, increased storage, and improved portability for business users. | ||
== | == Architecture and Processor == | ||
At its core, the Osborne Vixen utilised the '''Zilog Z80A''' microprocessor running at 4 MHz. The Z80A was a popular 8-bit CPU for CP/M systems, offering robust performance for business and productivity applications of the era. | At its core, the Osborne Vixen utilised the '''Zilog Z80A''' microprocessor running at 4 MHz. The Z80A was a popular 8-bit CPU for CP/M systems, offering robust performance for business and productivity applications of the era. | ||
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* ROM for boot and system diagnostics | * ROM for boot and system diagnostics | ||
== | == Memory and Storage == | ||
The Vixen shipped with: | The Vixen shipped with: | ||
* '''64 KB RAM''' – the maximum supported by CP/M 2.2, used for operating system, applications, and RAM disk. | * '''64 KB RAM''' – the maximum supported by CP/M 2.2, used for operating system, applications, and RAM disk. | ||
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The floppy drives supported standard CP/M disk formats, and the system could emulate a RAM disk for faster temporary storage. | The floppy drives supported standard CP/M disk formats, and the system could emulate a RAM disk for faster temporary storage. | ||
== | == Display and Graphics == | ||
The Osborne Vixen featured a: | The Osborne Vixen featured a: | ||
* '''7-inch monochrome CRT display''' | * '''7-inch monochrome CRT display''' | ||
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The larger screen was a significant improvement over the Osborne 1's 5-inch display, allowing full-width CP/M text editing and spreadsheet work. | The larger screen was a significant improvement over the Osborne 1's 5-inch display, allowing full-width CP/M text editing and spreadsheet work. | ||
== | == Sound Capabilities == | ||
Sound on the Vixen was limited to a simple internal beeper, used for system alerts and keypress feedback. No advanced audio hardware or synthesis was provided. | Sound on the Vixen was limited to a simple internal beeper, used for system alerts and keypress feedback. No advanced audio hardware or synthesis was provided. | ||
== | == Input/Output and Expansion == | ||
The Osborne Vixen included a variety of I/O ports and expansion options: | The Osborne Vixen included a variety of I/O ports and expansion options: | ||
* '''Parallel port''' (Centronics-compatible) for printers | * '''Parallel port''' (Centronics-compatible) for printers | ||
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Expansion was limited compared to desktop CP/M systems, but the Vixen's ports allowed connection to most business peripherals of the era. | Expansion was limited compared to desktop CP/M systems, but the Vixen's ports allowed connection to most business peripherals of the era. | ||
== | == PCB Schematics & Service Manual == | ||
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! | ! Main Logic Board & IO | ||
! | ! Schematics | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[File: | | [[File:Vixen CPU top.jpg|center|thumb|249x249px|Osborne Vixen Main Logic Board]][[File:Vixen IO top.jpg|center|thumb|Osborne Vixen IO Board]] | ||
| [[File: | | [[File:Vixen Schematic.pdf|center|thumb|Osborne Vixen Schematic]] | ||
|} | |} | ||
The official '''Osborne Vixen Service Manual''' and full schematics are available | The official '''Osborne Vixen Service Manual''' and full schematics are available on the [[:Category:Osborne Documentation|Osborne Documentation]] category page | ||
== | == Gallery == | ||
<gallery mode="packed" heights="200"> | <gallery mode="packed" heights="200"> | ||
File: | File:Osborne-vixen.jpg|Osborne Vixen portable computer (front view) | ||
File: | File:osborne-vixen-back.jpg|Rear panel with I/O ports | ||
File: | File:Vixen CPU top.jpg|Main logic board | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
== | == Related Pages == | ||
* [[Osborne Vixen General Maintenance]] | * [[Osborne Vixen Maintenance Guide|Osborne Vixen General Maintenance]] | ||
* [[Osborne Vixen Troubleshooting Guide]] | * [[Osborne Vixen Troubleshooting Guide]] | ||
* [[Osborne 1]] | * [[Osborne 1]] | ||
[[Category:Osborne | [[Category:Osborne]] | ||