Whats the Lynx developers kit like?
A. Hardware: – Commodore Amiga computer: 3M RAM and hard disk. – “Howard” board: A parallel-interface module that has the electronics of the Lynx, also with debugging tools. A large PC board inside of a metal case with power supply, and connections on the back for cable to connect to the Amiga, and to the “Howdy” unit. – “Howdy” unit: A small PC board in a plastic case with buttons and a Lynx display, and a cable that connects to the “Howard” board. – “Pinky/Mandy”: A discounted “Howard” board setup that allows programs to be loaded and executed. Minimal debugging support. Software: – Handy-Bug: A powerful symbolic debugger, also contains a disassembler. – Handicraft: Graphics translator that takes IFF files and turns them into coded Lynx sprite definitions. – HSFX: Sound editor – “HandyROM”: Creates ROM card images from code and data files. – Macro libraries – Example programs – Notebook of system documentation (approximately 270 double-sided pages, weighs over three pounds).
