Introduction to Using Sensor Switches on the IMSAI 8080 Using Sensor Switches on the IMSAI 8080 allows you to give the operator a way to input data to your program. You can use these switches to trigger events, set a program operating mode, or to select different options. I’m running Read More »
Introduction to the IMSAI 8080 Binary Counter In this section, we’ll display the IMSAI 8080 Binary Counter onto the programmed outputs. Keep in mind the programmed outputs are in the upper left corner of the IMSAI front panel. Although there are several ways to do this, we’re going to concentrate Read More »
Introduction to IMSAI 8080 Programmed I/O The IMSAI 8080 Programmed I/O allows you to provide output for the operator, and read his input. For example, each indicator light might represent a different condition happening in your program. Meanwhile, the operator can use the sensor switches to provide input to your Read More »
Introduction to IMSAI 8080 Console I/O In this section, we’ll send text to the IMSAI 8080 Console I/O. This is useful in your programs for interfacing with the operator. In this case, we’ll be using assembly language. The assembler I’m using is Z80ASM. I’ll just be creating a non-document file Read More »
Introduction to running your IMSAI 8080 on the Internet When running your IMSAI 8080 on the Internet, keep in mind that the machine is from 1976. This was long before the Internet as we know it became popular. Although we can connect the IMSAI 8080 to the Internet, we cannot Read More »
Introduction to the Z80ASM on IMSAI 8080 (Assembly Language) Running Z80ASM on the IMSAI 8080 allows you to assemble a program right on your IMSAI. In other words, you don’t need to rely on another computer to assemble your program. You can create a text file containing your program. After Read More »
Introduction to the S-132 Terminal for IMSAI 8080esp The S-132 Terminal for IMSAI 8080esp turns your IMSAI into a stand-alone computer. This terminal board mounts on the back of your IMSAI. You will have a keyboard port, monitor port, and a port for other devices such as a printer module Read More »
How to Add Programs to an IMSAI Disk There are several methods to Add Programs to an IMSAI Disk. One way is to use XModem, which is a bit time consuming for many files. Another way is to add the files to an image using CPMTOOLS, which is the method Read More »
Introduction to the Imsai 8080 Replica Build The Imsai 8080 Replica Build went very smoothly. I’ve always wanted one of these units. The quality of the parts were very good, and I have to say the pictures you see do not do it justice. It’s best to see one in Read More »
