[Coco] coco1 - 26-3003A

[Charlie]

Hello list.
I received the 26-3003A Color Computer 1 today.
First thing 1 noticed was most of the keys were stuck down. and there was no 
way to pull them up.
I disassembled the keyboard and individually cleaned each key and rubber cup 
with a toothbrush and soap.
I put it back together and the keyboard works great. Really well.

Also, I got lucky. It seems to be a 64K model. Nice!
All the games that say require 64K Color Computer load and run with no 
troubles.
I forgot to snap a picture of the mother board when it was open. If anyone 
needs a pic of the insides of this model I'd be happy to open it back up.

So, it is all cleaned up, looks really nice. A few minor scratches but over 
all I am happy.
Here it is playing Sailor man. I think that is a 64K required game.
(bad cell phone pic)
http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/339/imag0032xh.jpg/

Thanks for looking.

Charlie

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From: "Charlie" <chazbeenhad at hotmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2012 6:55 PM
To: "CoCoList for Color Computer Enthusiasts" <coco at maltedmedia.com>
Subject: Re: [Coco] coco1 - 26-3003A

> Yes. I'll post back when I have it. Take pictures of the mobo and all 
> that.
> I appreciate all the replies.
>
> If you knew me and my luck, it is probably a 4K model. :-p
>
> Charlie
>
>
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> From: "Bruce W. Calkins"
> Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2012 6:45 PM
> To: "CoCoList for Color Computer Enthusiasts" <coco at maltedmedia.com>
> Subject: Re: [Coco] coco1 - 26-3003A
>
>> Early CoCo 1s had raised lettering above the ports in the rear.  Those 
>> photos show the screen printed lettering.  That should be one of the 
>> later CoCo 1s.
>>
>> Now the introduction of a model number does not show when they stopped 
>> using that model number or what board was inside.  The 26-3003 (n/a 
>> equaling suffix information not listed?)  Some answers will have to wait 
>> until you have the item in hand and can check the output and/or open it 
>> up.
>>
>> Bruce W.
>>
>> =======================
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Charlie"
>>
>>> Thanks Bruce.
>>>
>>> I see what your saying. On page 34 it is listed in 1981 as :
>>>
>>> 26-3003 - n/a     - 32K CoCo 1
>>>
>>> I don't think that n/a means 3003A though.. I mean was there a 3003N ? I 
>>> think this is just an original 26-3003 with no A.
>>> More honestly, maybe just wishful thinking on my part! :)
>>>
>>> The only reference to 3003A I can find is on page 76. What I pasted 
>>> previously in another mail:
>>>
>>> 64K CoCo 1; TDP-100
>>> IDENTIFICATION : Beige Case, Low-profile keyboard, vents
>>> on sides (some early models came with CoCo 1 style cases and
>>> keyboards)
>>> CATALOG NUMBERS: 26-3002A, 26-3003A, 26-3004A, 26-
>>> 3005
>>> BOARD REVISIONS: "NC" (also called "F" or "285").
>>>
>>> This is the reason I purchased it. After I had found that. Then doubt 
>>> started to set in!
>>> I was thinking this one is what they are calling an early model with 
>>> coco1 case and KB.
>>>
>>> Here is the auction link. Maybe someone who knows a lot can tell by the 
>>> look of the machine or the serial number (0004144).
>>> The TRS-80 badge is centered on the computer.
>>>
>>> http://www.ebay.com/itm/TRS-80-Color-Computer-with-Start-Up-Guide-and-extended-Color-Basic-Manual-/230876003171?_trksid=p2047675.l2557&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&nma=true&si=3uBzandgVjEWbRG56TwyPb0iE%2Bg%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
>>>
>>> Charlie
>>
>>
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