Family Computer Network System (Tsushin Adapter Set)

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Family Computer Network System

Tsushin Adapter Set · HVC-050 (also HVC-FCNS-A01) · Nintendo · 1988

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130,000sold

Rarity

Very Rare

Why

sold 130,000 - Very Rare

Specs

Released: 1988-07-15
Type: console add-on

Description

The Family Computer Network System (communication adapter set, HVC-050) is a cartridge-slot modem for the Famicom that worked with services such as Nomura stock trading and JRA-PAT betting. According to Nintendo it was released in Japan on 15 July 1988.

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Details from sources

Cartridge-slot modem taking 'Tsushin cartridges' (ROM cards) for services such as Nomura 'Famicom Trade' stock trading and JRA-PAT horse betting. Set includes Network Controller HVC-051, modular cable HVC-053, telephone switch HVC-054. Release date conflict: Nintendo JP history page says 1988-07-15, en.wikipedia says September 1988 (mass production start). ja.wikipedia also lists DATASHIP 1200 (FCNR-1200), an all-in-one network-only terminal - maker not verified.

At a glance

Family Computer Network System: when was it released?: 1988
Family Computer Network System: how many sold?: 130,000

Data source: nintendo.com

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