Microprofessor III


Microprofessor III, introduced in 1983, was Multitech's third branded computer product and also one of the first list of [Apple II clones|Apple IIe clones]. Unlike the two earlier computers, its design was influenced by the IBM personal computer. Because of some additional functions in the ROM and different graphics routines, the MPF III was not totally compatible with the original Apple IIe computer.
One key feature of the MPF III in some models was its Chinese BASIC, a version of Chinese-localized BASIC based on Applesoft BASIC.
The MPF III included an optional Z80 CP/M emulator card. It permitted the computer to switch to the Z80 processor and run programs developed under the CP/M operating system.
In 1984 the machine had a retail price of $699 in Australia.
The different models in the MPF-III brand were the Multitech MPF-III/311 in NTSC countries and the MPF-III/312 in PAL countries. It was also sold in Latin America as the Latindata MPF-III.

Technical specifications

CPU: MOS Technology 6502, 1 MHzMemory : 64KB dynamic RAM and 2KB static RAMROM: 24KB, including MBASIC, monitor, sound, display and printer programs and driversOperating system: DOS 3.3 or ProDOSInput/Output: NTSC composite video jack, TV RF modulator port, cassette port, printer port, joystick 9-pin D-type port, earphone, and external speaker jacksExpandability: internal slots, optional Z80 CP/M emulator card, one external Apple II type card slotScreen display: