SONY PLAYSTATION

Manufacturer:    Sony Computer Entertainment

Launch Price:     $299.99 (without game)

                        $349.99 (with game)

Released Date:  September 9, 1995

Format:             CD-ROM

CPU:                 32-bit RISC processor, running at 33.8688 MHz

Memory:           2MB main RAM, 1MB video RAM, 512KB sound RAM

Resolution:        256x224 to 640x480, with 24-bit color from a palette of 16.7 million

Sound:              24-channel Stereo

Power:              A/C

Connectivity:     via link cable to another Playstation (version 1 units only)

Accessories:      controllers, memory cards, steering wheels, flight sticks, etc.

Miscellaneous:   Numerous versions of were released, including a redesigned version, the PSOne