CRT8002B-003

CRT8002B-003 is a CRT Video Attributes Controller manufactured by Standard Microsystems Corporation (SMSC). It is a vintage, specialized integrated circuit designed for display systems, particularly to control character attributes on CRT monitors.

Key Details:

• Function: Video Attribute Controller
• Manufacturer: SMSC (often listed under Rochester Electronics for legacy stock)
• Application: Commonly used in legacy computing systems (e.g., Big Board II) to manage screen display attributes.
• Clock Frequency: Typically used with an 11 MHz video crystal for a 15.75 KHz horizontal scan rate.
• Functionality: Generates character attributes such as blink, underline, reverse video, and blanking.
• Legacy Status: This component is from an older era of computing and is frequently sourced through specialized legacy distributors.

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