Sanyo Wavy 70FD2

The Sanyo Wavy 70FD2 was a late MSX2+ computer with enhanced V9958 graphics, built-in floppy storage and Japanese productivity firmware.

It was among Sanyo’s most capable consumer MSX systems and represents the platform’s refined late-1980s Japanese phase.

Notable Features

• MSX2+ V9958 video
• Built-in floppy drive
• Enhanced Japanese firmware and peripheral support

Historical Significance

• It was among Sanyo’s most capable consumer MSX systems and represents the platform’s refined late-1980s Japanese phase.

Collector’s Notes

• Floppy belts, power components and original system disks are frequent preservation concerns.
• Memory, storage, displays and expansion hardware should be documented because configurations often changed during a system’s working life.

Specifications

Technical Information
Name	Sanyo Wavy 70FD2
Manufacturer	Sanyo
Launched	Friday, January 1, 1988
Country	Japan
CPU	Zilog Z80A compatible
Units Sold
Form Factor	Keyboard console
Power	Internal or external mains supply
Networking	None built in
Operating System	MSX BASIC; MSX-DOS on disk-equipped models
Expansion / I/O	Cartridge, cassette, joystick, printer and video connections
Keyboard	Integrated keyboard
Storage	Built-in 720 KB 3.5-inch floppy drive
Sound	PSG plus MSX-MUSIC on supported configuration
Colours	16 on MSX1; expanded palette on MSX2/2+
Graphics	Yamaha V9958 MSX2+ graphics
Display	Television or monitor
ROM	MSX BIOS and BASIC plus model firmware
RAM	64 KB main RAM and 128 KB video RAM
CPU Speed	3.58 MHz