Speculator 97 is the 1997 version of a fast Spectrum emulator written in the
UK, updating the version originally released on Amiga Format and Amiga User
International cover-disks late last year. It has many advantages over earlier
Amiga Spectrum emulators. It is shareware but has no operational restrictions.
Major features:
o Speculator is OS friendly and runs on all versions of the 680X0.
o Extensive documentation in AmigaGuide format, plus extra pictures/documents.
o The Workbench 2.0/3.0 environment and AGA mode promotion is supported.
o Snapshot files in six different formats are supported transparently.
o Support for all the standard Amiga keys as well as the main 40 Spectrum ones.
o Rewritten Spectrum ROM Calls for increased BASIC speed.
o ROM extensions - CAT command and full BASIC file handling implemented.
o Hi Resolution display of menus and requesters, with mode promotion.
o Integrated utilities such as built-in Z80 Disassembler and screen to IFF saver.
o High speed - efficient Z80 engine and screen handling.
o ZA80 cross-assembler included for developing Z80 assembler programs.
o Speculator can be used transparently through project icons for snapshot programs.
o LPRINT, LLIST and output to stream #3 is re-directed to any Amiga device or file.
o Spectrum disk handler supplied for using MGT disks just like real Amiga disks.
o Optional built in Easy Keys feature to over come touch key entry problems.
o Lots of *legal* example programs including BetaBASIC3, AstroBall and Smashout.
o Cassette load with simple cable for all Amigas.
o Supports serial transfers to and from real Spectrums.
o Automated Hard disk installation for both emulator and MGT handler.
o Startup icon allows easy use direct from CD or any sub-directory.
o Supplied with an Amiga-compatible Spectrum-style ZX8 font.
o Compatible with ZX_Datatype 39.1 by Edward Vermuelen.
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