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Sinclair ZX80 - the first real home computer

The Sinclair ZX80 was one of the first real home computers - it was supplied in kit form only to home electronics enthusiasts and was fairly easy to build up into a fully working computer, complete with built in BASIC interpreter, Z80 processor and a massive 1K RAM (random access memory).  It was the first in a line of computers from Sinclair Research (developed by the British inventor, Sir Clive Sinclair), to be released onto the market and they all eventually built up a devoted following, despite the infamous Sinclair delivery date of "28 days" (which could be anything up to 6 months).

The Sinclair ZX80 was an all-white computer, although both a white and a black PSU were released for it (both bear the markings Sinclair ZX80).  A 1K, 3K and 16K RAM pack were soon to follow, again released initially in white.  The 16K RAM pack was later released in black.  However, the white PSU and RAM pack are especially rare, mainly due to a large number of returns of the white RAM pack.

The standard Sinclair ZX Printer released primarily for the ZX81 computer, also worked with this model, although the power supply was insufficient and a newer 1.2A power supply unit was released for use with the printer - unfortunately, neither the printer, nor this bigger power supply were ever released in white.

If you are looking for information on the ZX80, including emulators and downloads, a good place to start would be the ZX81 webring, although you may also want to leave a message on our Wanted Page.  Unfortunately, items specifically aimed at the ZX80, are very difficult to find, especially in view of the fact that Sinclair released the more popular ZX81 the following year.  There is however, now a dedicated website being set up by Chris Cox called ZX80 World.

Sinclair ZX80 Keyboard Membranes

Having successfully sourced a supplier for replacement ZX81 Keyboard Membranes, we are now considering arranging for a new batch of replacement keyboard membranes to be made for the Sinclair ZX80 computers.  These membranes will have an integrated touch sensitive blue keypad, as per the original design and will cost in the region of £25 each (as we cannot justify getting a batch of more than 20) -  if you are interested, please leave your details in the guestbook which appears at the bottom of the Membranes page.

Second Hand Items - Testing and Shipping

All items are listed exclusive of post and packing.  Our second hand items are in good condition (unless stated) and are all fully tested before shipping.  We ensure that they are well protected against the rigours of parcel delivery and send them by Royal Mail First Class post, Parcelforce 48 hour delivery (in the UK) or Parcel2Go (whichever is the cheaper option - Parcel2Go tends to be a lot cheaper for larger items).

Although we attempt to keep this list as current as possible, please check on availability of any item prior to ordering.  We also offer a 14 day money back warranty on all goods (excluding shipping charges), provided that they are returned in the same condition and packaging.


Hardware


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Books


Gateway Guide to the ZX81 and ZX80 by Mark Charlton £10
ZX Printer Instructions by Sinclair Research £3