1.3.2 CPU
A 16-bit low power CMOS CPU is utilized. With little current consumed, yet, this CPU
can run under 22.1184MHz and provide more than 6 MIPS of computation powers.
1.3.3 Memory & Calendar
In the event of a power failure with no battery pack installed, the 7 mAh button cell on
the main board is to keep contents of the SRAM and run the calendar for at least 1
week.
An optional memory card upgrades memory to 2, 4, or 8 Mbytes SRAM with its own
contents backup button cell. The DIP switch on the card must be set ON for the cell to
work.
Program memory:
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2 Mbytes flash memory for core, OS, application software, fonts, etc.
Data memory:
256 Kbytes SRAM with contents backup by a 7 mAh rechargeable Li button cell.
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Calendar:
A calendar chip is also equipped for accurate time/date logging.
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Non-stop operation is also provided through the same Li button cell for SRAM
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contents backup.
Table 2: Memory explained
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Introducing 5000/5100:
Features