ATARI Programming with programs
If you own an ATARI personal computer or are thinking of acquiring one, this handbook is a must It's an invaluable resource of operating and programming information that shows you, step-by-step, how to get the most performance from your machine, including user-defined high resolution graphics. Written in easy-to-understand, non-technical language, the book assumes no prior computer knowledge all you need is right here, including actual programming examples. The instructions are designed for an...
Antic And The Screen
Most microcomputers on die market today use die same CPU to handle instructions and commands and also display information on die screen. Some systems offer choice of text, text with limited graphics, or high-resolution graphics. The ATARI microcomputer has a video microprocessor called Antic which handles the screen display. It has its own set of instructions that are different from the 6502 instructions, its own program, and data. This makes it possible to display several different modes on...
Simple Atari Programs
If you're intrigued with the possibilities of the programs included in ATARI Programming. with 55Programs TAB Book No. 1485 , you should definitely consider having the ready-to-run disks containing each of these software applications. This software is guaranteed free from manufacturing defects. If you have any problems, return the disks within 30 days and we'll send you new ones. Not only will you save the time and effort of typing the programs, these disks eliminate the possibility of errors...
Index
Antic video microprocessor, 194, 200 GOTO command, 76 Graphic characters, x, 10 Graphics, 2, 149 Graphics, high-resolution, 150 Graphics, low-resolution, 149 Graphics mode RAM requirements, 30 Hex instruction set, 192 Home applications, computer, 2 Horizontal blank, 194 If . . . Then statement, 92 Input, 14, 60 Input command, 223 INT command, 120 Integer command, 120 Interface module, 8 LDA command, 189 LEN command, 51 Light pen, 9, 185 Line numbers, 22 LISP, 4 LIST C command, 27 LIST command,...
Special Function Keys
The upper left key on your keyboard is marked ESC. This key will allow you to escape the normal function of the key and give you additional control. Press the escape key twice. The second time you press it, a strange character will appear on the screen. Pressing the escape key, then die control key with the clear, insert, delete, or any arrow key will make the computer print different characters. These keys and functions will be very useful when you edit your program or have messages printed on...