HEADPHONE VOLUME DOWN/UP AND HEADPHONE INPUT

The up and down buttons control the headphone volume independently of the main volume. When adjusting the headphone volume, the OSD shows the relative difference (volume offset) compared to the main volume. It does not show the absolute level. All speakers will be turned off when a set of headphones are plugged in.

SOURCE SELECT BUTTONS

The buttons labeled DVD, Laserdisc, VCR 1, VCR 2, Satellite, Video 1, CD, Audio 2, Audio 3–AM/FM and Audio 4 can be used to directly access the audio and video sources. You can access all sources directly from these keys. For example, when you press the DVD key, DVD audio and video signals are selected and they are then processed and fed to the appropriate outputs for listening/viewing. Each of these inputs can be assigned to access whatever sources are connected.

INPUT SEARCH

Pressing this button searches all the inputs and stops on the first active input it sees. This is useful if you don’t know what sources are currently “on.”

AUDIO MONITOR 1

By pressing the AUDIO MONITOR 1 button, you can hear the output signal coming from a recorder connected to the TAPE PLAY sockets on the rear panel. The switch is of toggle type: When you press it once, it will engage and when you press it again, it will disengage. The TAPE MONITOR input also disengages if you select a new source from the front panel or from the remote handset. The AUDIO MONITOR 1 button has no effect on the other select buttons. The signal source you have selected with the SOURCE ▲ and ▼ buttons will be fed to the TAPE REC output sockets; whether the TAPE button is engaged or disengaged has no effect. If you have a three-head tape recorder that permits off-tape monitoring, you can use the TAPE button to compare the source signal to the off-tape signal. Thus you can check the level and the quality of the recording while the recording takes place. If you press the AUDIO MONITOR 1 button, it does not have any effect on the operating mode of the ATP 8500. The mode remains as currently selected. Note: If you engage the AUDIO MONITOR 1 button with no signal source connected to the TAPE PLAY, or with no tape running, you will hear only silence.

ZONE 2

Press the ZONE 2 button. Quickly, while the Zone 2 LED on the front panel is on, press a source button (DVD for example), then adjust the volume level. Now don’t touch anything until the Zone 2 LED goes off. You’ve now set a different source (or the same source if you prefer) AND volume level for a second zone.

7.1 CHANNEL INPUT

The 7.1 CHANNEL INPUT is intended for future multi-channel formats. When you press this button, it will access the

7.1CHANNEL INPUT. You may deselect it by changing the source using the SOURCE SELECTION buttons or by pressing the 7.1 CHANNEL INPUT button. In the latter case, the ATP 8500 will return to the input that was previously selected before the 7.1 CHANNEL button was pressed. In both cases, the similarly named buttons on the remote control handset function in exactly the same way (SRC+ , SRC– and 7.1 CH).

MUTE

When you press the MUTE key, it will engage mute mode and the ATP 8500’s line outputs will be muted. MUTE is a toggle function, so when you press the key again it will disengage the mute mode. Mute mode is also disengaged when you increase the volume setting by using the VOL ▲ key on the remote handset.

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ATP 8500 specifications

The ATI Technologies ATP 8500 is a significant graphics card that made its mark in the early 2000s, particularly among gamers and graphic designers looking for advanced performance at an affordable price point. Released as part of ATI's Radeon series, the ATP 8500 was lauded for its innovative technologies that set it apart from its competitors.

One of the primary features of the ATP 8500 is its support for DirectX 8, allowing it to render stunning graphics with realistic textures and effects. This capability was especially important during the early days of 3D gaming, where the demand for improved visuals was rising. The card utilized a 0.15-micron manufacturing process, which enabled better power efficiency and performance compared to its predecessors.

The ATP 8500 comes with 64MB or 128MB of DDR memory, offering respectable memory bandwidth speeds that were well-suited for most games at the time. This memory design facilitated quicker data access and improved overall rendering speeds, which enhanced the gaming experience without causing significant frame rate drops.

Another notable feature of the ATP 8500 is its implementation of the HyperZ technology. This was a revolutionary technology that improved memory bandwidth efficiency through techniques like occlusion culling and fast Z-buffering. As a result, the graphics card was capable of efficiently rendering complex scenes without overloading its memory resources, which was crucial for maintaining performance in graphically intense situations.

The card also introduced Adaptive Anti-Aliasing, which helped to smooth out jagged edges in graphics, creating a more visually appealing experience. This feature made it easier for gamers to immerse themselves in their virtual worlds, as the overall graphical fidelity was significantly enhanced.

In addition to its gaming capabilities, the ATI Technologies ATP 8500 also catered to multimedia applications. It supported video playback and included features for high-quality rendering of movies and animation, further broadening its appeal beyond just the gaming community.

In conclusion, the ATI Technologies ATP 8500 was a remarkable graphics card that combined cutting-edge technology with impressive performance characteristics. Its support for advanced graphics rendering, efficient memory handling, and multimedia capabilities made it a popular choice for users looking for a balance of performance and value during its time. The legacy of the ATP 8500 paved the way for future innovations in graphics technology, and it remains a memorable part of ATI's history in the competitive graphics card market.
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