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I have acquired many Vtech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of Basic installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS Basic I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery back up within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and Vtech. It also allows you to view quiz question on a PC screen rather than the small vtech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the basic program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC Interface can be used to load and save your own programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to increase the actual memory of the VTech itself. This means you are limited to the particular VTech's memory capability you are using in terms of writing your own programs.

Using the Clear Command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K of space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a VTech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander ironically the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, states "cartridge error" on insertion very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the Vtech Computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the released Trivia Cartridges that were released!

I have acquired many V-Tech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of BASIC installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS-BASIC I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery backup within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC-Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and V-Tech. It also allows you to view quiz questions on a PC screen rather than the small V-Tech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the BASIC program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC-Interface can be used to load and save your own programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to increase the actual memory of the V-Tech itself. This means you are limited to the particular V-Tech's memory capability you are using in terms of writing your own programs.

Using the CLEAR command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a V-Tech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander, ironically, the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models, including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, state "cartridge error" on insertion; very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the V-Tech computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the Trivia Cartridges that were released!

I have acquired many Vtech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of Basic installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS Basic I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery back up within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and Vtech. It also allows you to view quiz question on a PC screen rather than the small vtech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the basic program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC Interface can be used to load and save your own programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to increase the memory of the VTech. This means you are limited to the particular VTech's memory capability you are using in terms of writing your own programs.

Using the Clear Command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K of space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a VTech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander ironically the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, states "cartridge error" on insertion very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the Vtech Computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the released Trivia Cartridges that were released!

I have acquired many Vtech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of Basic installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS Basic I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery back up within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and Vtech. It also allows you to view quiz question on a PC screen rather than the small vtech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the basic program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC Interface can be used to load and save your own programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to increase the actual memory of the VTech itself. This means you are limited to the particular VTech's memory capability you are using in terms of writing your own programs.

Using the Clear Command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K of space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a VTech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander ironically the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, states "cartridge error" on insertion very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the Vtech Computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the released Trivia Cartridges that were released!

I have acquired many Vtech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of Basic installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS Basic I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery back up within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and Vtech. It also allows you to view quiz question on a PC screen rather than the small vtech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the basic program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC Interface can be used to load and save programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to add additional memory to the Vtech itself. This means you are limited to the particular VTech's memory capability you are using.

Using the Clear Command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K of space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a VTech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander ironically the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, states "cartridge error" on insertion very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the Vtech Computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the released Trivia Cartridges that were released!

I have acquired many Vtech products over the last few months including Pre Computer 1000, 2000, Power Pad Plus and Power Pad Prestige models.

All these computers have a version of Basic installed inside them. I'm not sure if it's exactly the same version, but some sort of stripped down MS Basic I am to believe.

The Power Pad models have an additional battery back up within the computer itself meaning the regular batteries can be replaced and any saved info will be retained.

I also have the 32K Super Memory Expander which is for Pre Computer 2000 upwards and a PC Interface that allows you to load and save programs and word processing files between your PC and Vtech. It also allows you to view quiz question on a PC screen rather than the small vtech one.

The Super Memory Expander Box states the cartridge adds 32K of memory to the basic program for more programming fun and to be used with the Pre Computer 2000. Both facts seem to be untrue in my case anyway, keep reading to find out why!

Sadly the 32K Cartridge isn't a memory expander, it has a battery backup (CR2025 battery) and like the PC Interface can be used to load and save your own programs and word processing files. Sadly you can't use an ADDMEM command for instance to increase the memory of the VTech. This means you are limited to the particular VTech's memory capability you are using in terms of writing your own programs.

Using the Clear Command you can assign space for string variables. Pre Computer 1000 has 1.8K space free, whilst Pre Computer Plus has 3.85K of space free.

You're not going to be able to write anything too complicated on a VTech. I wanted to adapt a Text Adventure and other programs I got running on a TI CC40 which has a 1 line display like the Pre Computer 1000. Unfortunately without someone bringing out their own RAM Cartridge it's not going to be possible!

Regarding my 32K Super Memory Expander ironically the only computer that works with it seems to be my Power Pad Plus, the other models including my 2 Pre Computer 2000, states "cartridge error" on insertion very odd! The 1992 Cartridge was sealed as new in its box and the included CR2025 battery still works!

I still think the Vtech Computers are great and I'm still wanting to find all the released Trivia Cartridges that were released!