Canon VP1000 Word Processor - Computer





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Canon VP-1000 Word Processor, a 1987 all‑in‑one CRT terminal with integrated monitor and front floppy drive, manufactured by Canon Inc., Japan, in original unrestored condition and not electrically tested.
Description from the seller
Canon VP-1000 – Vintage video/computer terminal with CRT monitor, Japan, 1980s
Description
Rare Canon VP-1000 system, consisting of an integrated CRT monitor and a base unit with a floppy drive.
Produced by Canon Inc., Japan, this model was used as a professional video terminal and a word-processing system in the early days of office computing.
The compact all-in-one design with an integrated monitor and disk drive makes it a true iconic object of the 1980s computer era, highly sought after today by vintage technology collectors, museums, and retro-computing enthusiasts.
The rear badge reads:
• Model: Canon VP-1000
• Power supply: 230 V – 50 Hz
• Power consumption: 50 W
• Production: Canon Inc., Japan
• Serial number: E43310443
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Main features
Integrated monochrome CRT monitor
Front floppy drive
• Original rear doors
• Lateral brightness adjustment
• Canon industrial ABS plastic structure
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Conditions
Original conditions not restored.
Shows signs of use, yellowing, internal dust, and scratches consistent with age.
Not electrically tested, sold as a collectible item or for restoration.
Completeness as shown in the photo.
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Collectible interest
The Canon VP-1000 is a very rare machine on the European market. It is appreciated for:
• the professional design of the 1980s
• the historical importance in word processing systems
• Canon's high-quality Japanese production
Ideal for vintage computer collections, museum exhibitions, film sets, and tech-inspired interior design.
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English
Title
Canon VP-1000 – Vintage CRT computer terminal, Japan, 1980s
Description
Rare Canon VP-1000 system with integrated CRT monitor and base unit with floppy drive.
Manufactured by Canon Inc., Japan, this model was used as a professional video terminal and word-processing system in the early days of office computing.
Its compact all-in-one design makes it an iconic piece of 1980s computer history, now highly sought after by collectors, museums and retro-computing enthusiasts.
Rear label confirms:
• Model: Canon VP-1000
• Power: 230 V – 50 Hz
• Consumption: 50 W
• Manufacturer: Canon Inc., Japan
• Serial number: E43310443
⸻
Features
• Integrated monochrome CRT monitor
• Front floppy disk drive
• Original rear connectors
• Side brightness control
• Canon industrial ABS housing
⸻
Condition
Original unrestored condition.
Shows signs of age including yellowing, dust and surface wear.
Not electrically tested, sold as a collector’s or restoration item.
Completeness as shown in photos.
Seller's Story
Canon VP-1000 – Vintage video/computer terminal with CRT monitor, Japan, 1980s
Description
Rare Canon VP-1000 system, consisting of an integrated CRT monitor and a base unit with a floppy drive.
Produced by Canon Inc., Japan, this model was used as a professional video terminal and a word-processing system in the early days of office computing.
The compact all-in-one design with an integrated monitor and disk drive makes it a true iconic object of the 1980s computer era, highly sought after today by vintage technology collectors, museums, and retro-computing enthusiasts.
The rear badge reads:
• Model: Canon VP-1000
• Power supply: 230 V – 50 Hz
• Power consumption: 50 W
• Production: Canon Inc., Japan
• Serial number: E43310443
⸻
Main features
Integrated monochrome CRT monitor
Front floppy drive
• Original rear doors
• Lateral brightness adjustment
• Canon industrial ABS plastic structure
⸻
Conditions
Original conditions not restored.
Shows signs of use, yellowing, internal dust, and scratches consistent with age.
Not electrically tested, sold as a collectible item or for restoration.
Completeness as shown in the photo.
⸻
Collectible interest
The Canon VP-1000 is a very rare machine on the European market. It is appreciated for:
• the professional design of the 1980s
• the historical importance in word processing systems
• Canon's high-quality Japanese production
Ideal for vintage computer collections, museum exhibitions, film sets, and tech-inspired interior design.
⸻
English
Title
Canon VP-1000 – Vintage CRT computer terminal, Japan, 1980s
Description
Rare Canon VP-1000 system with integrated CRT monitor and base unit with floppy drive.
Manufactured by Canon Inc., Japan, this model was used as a professional video terminal and word-processing system in the early days of office computing.
Its compact all-in-one design makes it an iconic piece of 1980s computer history, now highly sought after by collectors, museums and retro-computing enthusiasts.
Rear label confirms:
• Model: Canon VP-1000
• Power: 230 V – 50 Hz
• Consumption: 50 W
• Manufacturer: Canon Inc., Japan
• Serial number: E43310443
⸻
Features
• Integrated monochrome CRT monitor
• Front floppy disk drive
• Original rear connectors
• Side brightness control
• Canon industrial ABS housing
⸻
Condition
Original unrestored condition.
Shows signs of age including yellowing, dust and surface wear.
Not electrically tested, sold as a collector’s or restoration item.
Completeness as shown in photos.

