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Wifi

2023-12-21T12:59:00Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256K needs extra hardware to talk to Wifi.

Options,

1. Install a Feather wifi board onto the F256K motherboard. (Now available as an order option - then Stefany will install it)

2. Connect to an external device via the DB9 serial port.

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a Feather wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring an external wifi modem (via DB9 serial) ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

This is what you need,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen (e.g. sudo apt install screen). Below, you will need to run it as root so it can access raw hardware.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Connect: ATC1
* If you need to see the configuration in the unit, AT&V
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W
* Show details: ATI
You should now be able to connect to the unit from wifi on your home network.

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:58:37Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256K needs extra hardware to talk to Wifi.

Options,

1. Install a Feather wifi board onto the F256K motherboard. (Now available as an order option - then Stefany will install it)

2. Connect to an external device via the DB9 serial port.

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a Feather wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring an external wifi modem (via DB9 serial) ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen (e.g. sudo apt install screen). Below, you will need to run it as root so it can access raw hardware.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Connect: ATC1
* If you need to see the configuration in the unit, AT&V
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W
* Show details: ATI
You should now be able to connect to the unit from wifi on your home network.

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:53:49Z

Cratuki: /* Finding and configuring a modem */

=== Overview ===

The F256 needs extra hardware to talk to Wifi.

There are currently two paths to this,

1. Have a wifi chip module installed onto the motherboard. (You can now configure this as an option when you order, Stefany will install it)

2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a Feather wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring an external wifi modem (via DB9 serial) ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen (e.g. sudo apt install screen). Below, you will need to run it as root so it can access raw hardware.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Connect: ATC1
* If you need to see the configuration in the unit, AT&V
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W
* Show details: ATI
You should now be able to connect to the unit from wifi on your home network.

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:32:30Z

Cratuki: /* TheOldNet device */

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen (e.g. sudo apt install screen). Below, you will need to run it as root so it can access raw hardware.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Connect: ATC1
* If you need to see the configuration in the unit, AT&V
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:27:21Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen (e.g. sudo apt install screen). Below, you will need to run it as root so it can access raw hardware.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:26:55Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen. Below, you will need to run it as root.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), wait one second, restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:14:14Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

You will also need the following,
* The unit itself
* A way to supply power to it over micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network against your computer before we connect it to your foenix. (At some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen. Below, you will need to run it as root.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), immediately restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:13:06Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

Manual for that device: http://theoldnet.com/TheOldNet%20Wifi%20Modem%20Manual.pdf

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

In addition to the unit itself, you will also need,
* A means to supply power to it via micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network before we connect it to your foenix. (Perhaps at some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen. Below, you will need to run it as root.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), immediately restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T12:12:25Z

Cratuki:

=== Overview ===

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

=== Configuring a wifi-module (on motherboard) ===

xxx Needs detail

=== Finding and configuring a modem ===

==== TheOldNet device ====

These instructions are for [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4].

This device is a wifi adapter that requires separate micro-USB for power.

In addition to the unit itself, you will also need,
* A means to supply power to it via micro-USB. e.g. Kindle charger, USB-to-microusb cable connected to a computer.
* A way to connect your computer to the DB9 serial port on this device. e.g. PCIe serial adapter, USB-to-DB9 adapter cable.

We will need to configure it for your wifi network before we connect it to your foenix. (Perhaps at some future time we will have a serial terminal in the F256k so we can do this from that device.)

On linux,
* Install GNU screen. Below, you will need to run it as root.
* Identify the serial port, either through syslog or else trial-and-error. If you have USB-to-DB9 it may be /dev/ttyUSB0. With a card, it will be /dev/ttySX.
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 300
* If you get gibberish, kill screen (ctrl+a, k), reset the device (button), immediately restart screen.
* If you want instructions, type "AT?"
* Set your network SSID: AT$SSID=WIFISSID
* Set your network password: AT$PASS=WIFIPASSWORD
* Save: AT&W
* Set serial baud rate: AT$SB=115200
* Kill screen (ctrl+a, k)
* sudo screen /dev/ttyS4 115200
* Save: AT&W

It is now ready to be connected to your F256K.

=== Verify connectivity ===

xxx Needs detail

Wifi

2023-12-21T11:40:07Z

Cratuki: drafting

Template:Main2/Getting Started

2023-12-21T11:18:25Z

Cratuki: Adds wifi link

'''Getting Started'''
* [[Product Specifications]]
* [[Getting Started]]
* [[Manuals]]
* [[Software]]
* [[Emulation]]
* [[Wifi]]

Wifi

2023-12-21T11:17:51Z

Cratuki: Initial commit

# Overview

The F256 is not able to do wifi out of the box, but needs extra hardware.

There are currently two paths to this,
1. Have a wifi chip module into the motherboard of the f256 foenix. (You can now configure this as an option when you order your foenix, and Stefany will install it)
2. Connect the DB9 serial port to a modem

Then, you need to access wifi from the device.

# Configuring a wifi-module installed on the motherboard

xxx Needs detail

# Finding and configuring a modem

Hardware that we know to work,
* [https://www.tindie.com/products/theoldnet/rs232-serial-wifi-modem-for-vintage-computers-v4/#specs|RS232 Serial Wifi Modem for Vintage Computers V4]

xxx Needs further detail

Getting Started

2023-12-21T11:13:35Z

Cratuki: Creating link to wifi

== Getting Powered Up ==

=== Powering your F256K ===

The F256K is powered via a standard 2.5mm DC Connector, which takes a centre-positive 12V 2A capable Power Supply.

This type of power supply is quite common. [https://www.amazon.com/Adapter-100-240V-Transformer-Charger-Security/dp/B091XSVV1Y Example 12V 2A capable power supply] (#)

(#) ''This specific power supply has not been verified (by the author) for use with the F256K. Please update this page with verified options!''

=== Powering your F256Jr ===

The F256Jr is supplied as a Mini-ITX form factor mainboard, with a standard 24 pin ATX power supply connector for power connectivity.

Since the F256Jr needs relatively little power, compared to a mini-ATX PC, a popular DC 12V 24pin Pico ATX PSU works well and is a compact solution.

* [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08F57GKCL Pico PSU] - You power the Pico PSU via a 12V DC center-positive Power Supply source.
* [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXXXBV8 12V DC center-positive A/C Adapter] - Commonly used to power the Pico PSU.

== Getting programs onto the F256 ==

=== SD Card ===

Both the F256K and F256JR have an SD card slot. The device sofware to read the SD card is a bit touchy (it's inherited from the Commander X16 project) and doesn't work with all SD cards

* Card should be "XC" type vs. "HC". Typically older cards in the 512MB-8GB range work pretty well, which is more than enough space anyways. Very new cards that are very large tend not to work?
* Card *MUST* be formatted FAT32 -- **NOT: FAT, FAT12, FAT16, or exFAT**. Note that while MacOS will read a FAT32 formatted card, the included disk utility won't format FAT32. Windows 10/11 works fine, but make sure to force FAT32 (or use the command line: <code>format /FS:FAT32 H:</code>)
* Some folks have had luck formatting cards with the [https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter/sd-memory-card-formatter-for-windows-download/ Official SD Association formatter for Windows].

=== Demos Archive ===

* [https://github.com/FoenixRetro/Documentation/blob/main/f256/archive Download the most recent demos archive] and expand it to the root of the flash card.

=== Debug USB port ===

* This is what most developers use as it's the most convenient. Connect the debug USB port to your PC or Mac

* You can use:
** [https://github.com/pweingar/FoenixMgr FoenixMgr] - works on Windows, Mac, Linux
*** A Python script to manage the Foenix series of retro style computers through their USB debug ports. This tool allows uploading files of various formats to system RAM, and displaying memory through various means.

** [https://github.com/Trinity-11/FoenixIDE FoenixIDE] (Windows only)
*** Development and Debugging Suite for the C256 Foenix Family of Computers.

=== wget ===
If you have the [[wifi]] configured, you can use [https://github.com/ghackwrench/F256_wget wget] to pull programs and data right off the web!

== SuperBASIC ==

The machine boots to SuperBASIC. SuperBASIC is inspired by BBC BASIC but offers quite a bit more.

* Read the [https://github.com/FoenixRetro/f256-superbasic/blob/main/reference/source/f256jr_basic_ref.pdf SuperBASIC Reference Manual].

* Watch EMWhite's excellent intro series on Youtube:
** Full Playlist here: [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeHjTvk7NPiSqGz4REMH-S4hjYpLS2YNR EMWhite's Intro Series - Full Playlist].
** Part 1 can be viewed here:
<youtube>G_S2c_MsqYA</youtube>

To get started, you can type in a sample program at the command prompt:

<pre>
10 for i=1 to 5
20 print "Hello world"
30 next
run
</pre>

SuperBASIC is similar to CBM (Microsoft) BASIC but has some differences. For example, note in the sample above it's just <code>next</code> not <code>next i</code>.

The first 15 or so pages of the [https://github.com/FoenixRetro/f256-superbasic/blob/main/reference/source/f256jr_basic_ref.pdf SuperBASIC Reference Manual] are quite instructive.

SuperBASIC is actually much more powerful and supports structured programming (procedures, blocks etc.)

<code>dir</code> - Run this to display directory of SD card

Loading & running programs off of the SD card is similarly easy:

<pre>
load "JrWordl.bas"
run
</pre>

Similar to the C64, you can save time in loading programs from the <code>dir</code> listing by using your cursor keys to go up to the entry, typing <code>load "</code> (insert mode is active by default) etc. You can use <code>CTRL+E</code> to jump to the end of the line and use <code>CTRL+K</code> to delete any text from the cursor to the end of the line. Correctly place the closing <code>"</code> and hit <code>ENTER</code>.

<code>CTRL+C</code> acts as a "break" command and stops any running SuperBASIC program or <code>LIST</code> command.

Read built-in help/reference:

<code>/help</code> : But '''NOTE''', this erases BASIC memory! Use Backspace key to go back in menus and to exit.

Explore the included demo SuperBASIC programs:

{| class="wikitable"
! Program !! Notes !! Source
|-
| <code>JrWordl.bas</code> || Wordle game, guess 5 letter word ||
|-
| <code>mandel.bas</code> || Draws Mandlebrot set in graphics mode, takes between 2 and 3 hours || [https://github.com/Mu0n/F256KbasicBASICdoodles @Mu0n]
|-
| <code>rpg-demo.bas</code> || UI sample that shows Zelda like RPG game. Control the character with an Atari-joystick connected to JoyPort1 || @econtrerasd
|-
| <code>Problematic_Code.bas</code> || Displays scrolling starfield ||
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| <code>noelrl.bas</code> || Simple integer BASIC bench mark from Noel's retro lab. Completes < 3.5 seconds, compares very favourably to other retro systems! || [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H05hM_Guoqk Youtube]
|-
| <code>dance.bas</code> || Animates sprite of dancer || [https://github.com/Mu0n/F256KbasicBASICdoodles @Mu0n]
|-
| <code>luna.bas</code> || Displays simple scene ||
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| <code>blink.bas</code> || Blinks drive access light || [https://github.com/Mu0n/F256KbasicBASICdoodles @Mu0n]
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| <code>piano.bas</code> || Play some notes with the PSG || [https://github.com/Mu0n/F256KbasicBASICdoodles @Mu0n]
|}

== Native Code ==

* Binary programs for the F256 line are typically distributed as <code>pgx</code> or <code>pgz</code> files (see [[File Formats]], they are like the <code>prg</code> format in the C64 ecosystem).

* SuperBASIC: Slash (<code>/</code>) command will execute the named flash resident program, such as <code>/dos</code> or <code>/help</code> (SuperBASIC reference).

* PGZ/X files can be run from SuperBASIC with <code>/- program.pgz</code>, and from DOS with <code>- program.pgz</code>

* The <code>-</code> is also referred to as <code>pexec</code>, and is a chainloader that understands <code>pgx</code> and <code>pgz</code> formats, so <code>/- program.pgz</code> first hands over control to <code>pexec</code> which then loads the program and hands over control.

* You will typically need to reset the machine to get back to SuperBASIC.

* Switch to DOS with <code>/dos</code> and back into BASIC once there with <code>basic</code>. <code>help</code> display a list of available DOS commands.

Try the included native demo programs:

{| class="wikitable"
! Program !! Notes !! Source |
|-
| <code>wrtn0825-vcf.pgz</code> || Which Rules the Night (game) || @beethead
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| <code>matchit0825-vcf.pgz</code> || Match It (game) || @beethead
|-
| <code>balls.pgz</code> || Demonstrates 280 multiplexed sprites || [https://github.com/FoenixRetro/demos/blob/main/README.md GitHub]
|}

== More Resources ==

=== This Wiki ===

Explore all of the content of this Wiki, to expand your F256 series knowledge!

=== Discord ===

The [https://discord.com/invite/aAEQXZHXgM Foenix Retro Systems Discord] is the primary place to get questions answered.

Also, if you resolve your question, and you didn't find the answer here on the Wiki, '''''please consider contributing to the Wiki''''', for the benefit of others with the same question!

=== Foenix Retro Systems Newletter ===

Read back issues [http://apps.emwhite.org/foenixmarketplace/ here] (also a great source for sample programs).

Issues starting at #4 cover the F256 line. Issues 1-3 cover the previous version of the hardware (C256), although there are still many salient points.