Sakhr AX170 Computer

Sakhr AX170 Personal Computer

The Sakhr computer represents a total commitment to innovation and efficiency. This is of course fundamental to the Sakhr concept of product excellence. Alalamiah, the World's leading developer of Arabic software, in concern with many Japanese companies specialized in LSI and digital technologies, in creating a new ever-expanding range of software programs. Alalamiah's uncommon view of consumer needs, will get more out of your personal computer today, and tomorrow.

The Sakhr AX170 is a powerful personal computer. It’s an educational tool for every student, and great entertainment for the entire family. The AX170 comes with MSX BASIC and some useful built-in software, and is capable of almost everything you expect of a personal computer. Being a bilingual computer, it gives you the advantage of its extensive Arabic and English word processing capabilities. The AX170 is compatible with the entire range of MSX Sakhr school and home educational software programs. Everyone can benefit from the available religious, scientific, cultural, skills, languages and other educational programs. In fact, the more you use the AX170, the more applications you will discover. An extensive assortment of peripheral options is available, too: video monitor, dot matrix printer, MSX mouse, graphic card system, playcard system, plus Alalamiah and MSX software programs.

The AX170 has 64 KB of RAM memory to cope with complex software and graphics packages. It is equipped with two top-panel cartridge slots. One accepts MSX software cartridges and the other can be used to connect a peripheral device to use in tandem with a software program. A printer port, dual joystick ports, and a cassette interface for terminals allow you to connect to a TV or a monitor via RF or video composite output signals without the use of an adaptor.

Bilingual MSX Sakhr Operating System

The AX170’s Arabic character set conforms to the standards of the Arab Standardization and Metrology Organization (ASMO), while the English character set is the standard ASCII format. A code key switches between Arabic and English during operation. Arabic text is displayed from right-to-left, top-to-bottom, and include all diacritics, which can be displayed to the side, above or below the corresponding character. The same character key generates all possible variations of a single character; the correct one is automatically selected and displayed by the computer according to its position in the word, The Arabic mode permits the use of English characters and both numeric character sets.

Built-In Software

When power is turned on, the AX170 displays an Arabic menu of all built-in software, with instructions for program selection. Built-in software includes a calendar conversion program, graphics design program, Arabic and English text editors, and the MSX BASIC programming language.

1. Calendar

The calendar program displays the calendar of any month – either Islamic or Gregorian – when the month and year are entered. It also includes a calendar conversion function that makes instant conversion between these two calendar systems. Either Indian or Arabic numerals may be used with each function of the calender program.

2. Paint

The graphics program is a flexible design tool which allows on screen drawing and painting with simple cursor control. Line and shape patterns are selected for drawing, and a range of 16 colors are available for your designs. Further, you can choose a graphics tablet, joystick or mouse to make your drawings. Your design can be printer in color, or saved on a cassette take or diskette.

3. Arabic Editor

The Arabic text editor offers powerful bilingual word processing capabilities. Versatile text editing and manipulation functions similar to those included in professional word processing software are provided for the composition of letters, reports, and for the printing out of hard copy. On-screen menus and prompts guides you through the program, and all text files can be saved on external cassette tape, floppy disc, or a quick disk.

4. Engilsh Editior

The English text editor includes the same features and functions as those in the Arabic text editor, offering you powerful English word processing will prove a great aid in studying and mastering the English language by helping to build-up bilingual communication skills.

5. MSX Basic

The MSX Basic programming language built into the AX170 has been modified to support the computer’s Arabic language capabilities. When programming, Arabic text strings may be used along with English; Arabic text embedded in a program is displayed against a reversed background. The logical sequence of the Arabic language is maintained in all Basic programming applications.

Accessories

The Sakhr Micro Floppy Disk Drive is connected to the AX170 cartridges slot for an external data storage capacity of up to 720 KB with a 3.5 inch micro floppy disk (formatted). Another disk drive may be connected to the main drive with a simple connection cable. MSX DISC BASIC is built-in. 

The Sakhr Dot Impact Printer is fully compatible with all MSX software, including the AX170 built in Arabic / English text editor. Arabic text files will be printed in the appropriate order. The printer prints on virtually any kind of paper. 

The MSX Mouse connects to a joystick port, enabling you to use the mouse in place of a joystick and design your own programs based on mouse control.

Educational Software Programs

Several software programs have been developed to serve the educational needs of school children. Language learning programs offer drills and tutorials in both English and Arabic vocabulary and grammar, and each program is designed to be an entertaining challenge. Math and science tutorials are also included. Children will have hours of fun while they learn.

Cultural Software Programs

Alalamiah has also developed software programs that provide Arabic cultural and religious instruction. And like the tutorial programs, these instructive and entertaining programs are designed to challenge young students.

Software Games

This is one of the most popular applications of the personal computer. Alalamiah markets a variety of software games to complement the AX170. These programs not only offer fun and excitement, but help build perceptual awareness and control skills. Although they are designed primarily for children, every family member will have fun playing them.

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