Used DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION / DEC PDP-8/E / PDP-8/F #9081015 for sale

DEC (DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION) PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F are digital computers that are part of a Minicomputer series of computers. DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION / DEC was one of the most popular series of minicomputers in its time and started the commercial minicomputer era. DEC PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F has a 12 bit word length. It is a compact and versatile computer equipment that has been designed for powerful computing for a variety of applications. The systems are composed of several pieces of electronic equipment for testing and controlling various operations. The computer consists of a processor, memory, alphanumeric display, and multiple I/O bus interfaces. The processor is designed to provide central control for the system, the memory provides data storage, the alphanumeric display is used to display the test results, and the I/O interfaces are designed to provide communication and control. The processor of the PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F computer is a 12-bit word length machine based on a 'CISC' (Complex Instruction Set Computer) architecture. The PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F includes a Base Address Register (BAR), an instruction register, and a data register. The internal memory is a core memory with a capacity of up to 16 KWords (kilowords). It can be expanded to a maximum of 32 KWords, by the use of the optional Memory Extender. The backplane circuitry of the PDP-8/E and P DP-8/F provides multiple I/O bus interfaces for connecting external devices. These I/O Bus interfaces support multiple serial and parallel interfaces such as EIA RS232, IEEE-488 GPIB (General-Purpose Instrumentation Bus), clock, and dual Multibus II found in the Multibus II cabinet. DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION PDP 8/E and PDP 8/F has several features such as programmable automatic data recording and error-detection, comprehensive instruction set, friendly user interface, and reliable computer elements. The test equipment also provides support for a basic 4KWord Programming Language/Debugging unit. Finally, DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION / DEC PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F has low-power usage, wide temperature range, and is designed to meet environmental impact regulations. In conclusion, DEC PDP-8/E and PDP-8/F is a robust computer machine designed specifically as a test equipment. It is a reliable, affordable and simple to use digital computer tool for controlling various operations and testing a variety of applications. The asset is compact, versatile, and provides an impressive array of features including I/O Bus interfaces and a powerful instruction set. The model is also designed for low power usage and can maintain a wide temperature range.