Hardware for the MicroAce

The MicroAce was compatible with the Sinclair ZX-80 and, with the exception of the ROM, worked with all ZX-81 hardware and upgrades. This list only contains products that are specific to the MicroAce or made by MicroAce.

Graphics

Name Description Computers
Video upgrade board Flicker-free display. 8K ROM required. MicroAce

Keyboard

Name Description Computers
Keypad Two different keypads available, matching double H keyboard. Both are assembled but unwired, so you can use them either for numerical keypads or as extra keys. MicroAce, Sinclair ZX80, Sinclair ZX81, Timex/Sinclair 1000
Touch-A-Matic Vinyl overlay for Sinclair keyboard with punched holes to aid in data entry. MicroAce, Sinclair ZX80, Timex/Sinclair 1000

Miscellaneous

Name Description Computers
RF shield for ZX80 or Microace Kit to reduce TV intereference. MicroAce, Sinclair ZX80

RAM

Name Description Computers
16K RAM plus Expansion Board 3 slots with extra power supply. 4K or 16K. MicroAce

ROM

Name Description Computers
8K BASIC ROM Upgrade ZX-80 compatible 4K ROM to ZX-81 compatible 8K ROM. The MicroAce scrambled several data lines, so it requires an equally scrambled ROM. MicroAce
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