Casio - Calculator - 1970-1980 - Melody 80. Multifunction

Casio Melody-80 Vintage Calculator - Multifunction, Stopwatch, and Musical Melodies - Complete with Original Case (1980s)

An iconic piece illustrating the rapid evolution of pocket technology in the 1980s: the Casio Melody-80.

This calculator broke the mold by integrating multiple watch functions into a slim format, showcasing Casio's ability to merge computing and entertainment. It is a key example of the era when calculators transitioned from being just mathematical tools to multifunctional personal gadgets.

• Melody Function (Melody and Tone): Its most famous feature. It can reproduce different alarm tones, with the ability to play a melody, which served as a precursor to personalized ringtones on mobile phones.
Timer (TIMER): It features an independent timer/stopwatch function (START/STOP and LAP buttons), quite advanced for a calculator of its size at that time.
Double Alarm and Calendar: Includes two programmable alarms (ALARM-1 and ALARM-2), as well as the display of the date and day of the week.
Musical Keyboard: The numeric keypad includes musical notation (Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol, La, Si), reflecting its ability to generate musical notes for alarms.
Late 1970s to early 1980s.
Aesthetic condition: excellent. The metal case and buttons are very well preserved.
• Functionality: Completely functional. The keyboard, LCD screen, stopwatch functions, melodies, and alarms have been tested and are working properly.
Accessories: Includes the original black synthetic leather case from Casio, a key accessory that adds collectible value.
Note: Batteries included.

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