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| − | }} The terminal encodes a picture as a sequence of conic curves giving higher fidelity representation and lower transmission costs for complex graphic displays. | + | }} The terminal encodes a picture as a sequence of conic curves giving higher fidelity representation and lower transmission costs for complex graphic displays. By September, 1985 Hughes had withdrawn support for the product.{{computerworld |
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| + | | title="Support loss forces replacement" | ||
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Revision as of 02:57, 1 November 2012
| Hughes Conographic-9 | |
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| Manufacturer | Hughes |
| Model | Conographic-9 |
| Lifetime | |
| Introduced | November, 1975 |
| Introductory Price | $9,750+ |
| Discontinued | September, 1985 |
| Display | |
| Size | 17-inch |
The Hughes Conographic-9 terminal was introduced in November, 1975 at a base price of $9,750.[1] The terminal encodes a picture as a sequence of conic curves giving higher fidelity representation and lower transmission costs for complex graphic displays. By September, 1985 Hughes had withdrawn support for the product.[2]
References
- ↑ "Hughes Aircraft Adds Display Unit", Computerworld, November 19, 1975, pg. 27
- ↑ "Support loss forces replacement", Computerworld, September 9, 1985, pg. 30
