Technical information
Notes on AC Power Sources
Although
your
TRS-80 Micro-Computer system uses the latest in
efficient, low-current electronic devices,
it
is
important
to
avoid
using household extension cords, multiple outlets
or
"cube-taps", etc.
Place
your
TRS-80 system
as
close as possible
to
standard
AC
power
outlets. Otherwise, line noise from the Mini-Disk, Line Printer,
or
other
peripherals may be transmitted through a shared line cord
to
the Expansion Interface
or
TRS-80, causing loss
of
memory
or
spontaneous reset.
Ifyou cannot connect each component in
your
system directly
to
an
AC
outlet, use a high-grade, heavy-duty extension cord
or
multiple outlet. These are available at
your
local Radio Shack store.
It's also a good idea
to
route
your
AC
line cords away from any
of
the
Input/Output
cables (e.g., ribbon cable) in the system. This will
reduce the possibility
of
line noise being picked up
by
the I/O cables.
SETTING UP
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