The Semerc A4000S was devised and developed through a partnership between Acorn Computers, SEMERC, and Cumana as a complete system for users with special needs.

The system came fully configured and ready to use upon plugging in. The A4000S came with software is pre-installed, including Phases 3, My World, and special needs utilities and programs from Brilliant and Widgit. The revolutionary Cumana EMU interface with standard user port allowed existing equipment, such as overlay keyboards, switch boxes, control equipment and turtles, to be connected immediately using existing leads. The EMU interface also permited further expansion.
 
The A4000S came with comprehensive support literature, including guidebooks and starter guide. Helplines were also available from Acorn, SEMERC and Cumana and support from a nominated dealer.
 
Price wise, the A4000S with a standard Acorn colour monitor retailed for £899 (plus £10 delivery per system), excluding VAT. The Acorn A4000S with multiscan Acorn colour monitor retailed for £949 (plus £10 delivery per system) excluding VAT.

Manufacturer: Acorn
Date: September 1992

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