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Sega Mark III

1985 · home computer

Specifications

ManufacturerSega
Release year1985
TypeHOME COMPUTER
CPUZ80A - 3.579 Mhz
Memory (RAM)8KB + 16KB VRAM
ConfigurationsThe cartridge slot is compatible with the SG-1000 and SG-1000 II. Also has built-in the Card Catcher for My Cards games. The Mark III had available a FM Sound Unit that provided 9 FM channels. It also had a Telecom Pack that provide a wireless conecction between the console and the TV.
Currency original price15000 YEN
Graphics256x192@64 color. 256 sprites but only 64 simultaneous .
Operating SystemSega BASIC (Optional)
Others portCartridge (44 pin), Card Catcher, RF, Audio/Composite video. Slot edge for expansion. 2 joysticks.
Sound3 sound channels with 4 octaves + 1 noise (SN-76489 PSG)
Storage memoryCartridge, MyCard

About the Sega Mark III

The Mark III is similar to the Mark II (SG-1000 II), with improved video hardware and more RAM. It has a Hold button for pause the games. This consolle is the third revision of the SG-1000. It was released to compete with the Nintendo Famicom (know as NES or Nintendo Entertainment System in Europe and America. The Mark III was redesigned externally and released as Sega Master System in other markets. Internally was the same.

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