46 Display Options

Determine how display devices are detected

Use this feature to determine how the Catalyst™ Control Center detects display devices connected to your computer. You can set the Catalyst™ Control Center to automatically detect all connected display devices when it is opened or you can manually detect connected devices when they are required.

1From the Tree View pane, click Display Options.

2Click either

•Detect whenever Catalyst™ Control Center is opened.

or

•Use manual detection only (I must click Detect Displays button).

Note: The Detect Displays button is located on the Displays Manager page.

Force TV detection

Use Force TV detection if your TV is not automatically detected by the Catalyst™ Control Center and does not appear in the Displays Manager page. This may be the case if your TV has non-standard inputs.

Note: If Force TV detection is required to detect your TV some features that rely on automatic detection, such as extended desktop, will not be supported.

1From the Tree View pane, click Display Options.

2Click Force TV detection enables this feature.

Note: This option is not available if the installed graphics card does not support TV Out.

Set resolution modes for devices with limited resolution capabilities

1From the Tree View pane, click Display Options.

2Select one of the following from the For displays of limited resolution capabilities drop-down menu:

•List only those modes supported by all displays

•Only allow panning on limited-resolution displays

•List all possible modes (including panning modes).

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X1600 specifications

The ATI Technologies X1600 is a notable entry in the realm of graphics cards, launched during the mid-2000s as part of the company's Radeon X1000 series. Renowned for its performance and value, the X1600 was designed to cater to gamers and multimedia enthusiasts looking for an affordable yet capable graphics solution.

One of the hallmark features of the X1600 is its implementation of the unified shader architecture. This innovative architecture allows the GPU to allocate processing power dynamically among vertex and pixel shaders, enhancing visual effects and performance in modern games of the time. Its support for Shader Model 3.0 enabled more complex pixel shaders and realistic characters and environments, providing a richer gaming experience.

The X1600 series includes several variants, with the X1600 Pro and X1600 XT being the most prominent. The X1600 XT is equipped with 12 pixel shader processors and 5 vertex shader processors, while the X1600 Pro features a slightly less potent 12 pixel and 4 vertex shading pipeline setup. This categorization allowed users to select a model that best suited their performance needs and budget constraints.

In terms of memory, the X1600 typically supports GDDR2 and GDDR3 types, providing bandwidth essential for high-resolution textures and demanding applications. With options for 256 MB to 512 MB of video memory, the X1600 can handle a variety of gaming scenarios while maintaining decent frame rates.

The X1600 introduces several technologies to enhance user experience. It includes support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) rendering, which brings a broader color range and more realistic lighting effects to games. Additionally, it supports Avivo, ATI's multimedia technology for improved video playback and processing capabilities, enhancing the experience for users interested in home theater systems.

Another significant characteristic of the X1600 is its compatibility with the PCI Express interface, allowing for greater bandwidth between the graphics card and the motherboard. This ensures that the card takes full advantage of modern computing setups, making it a versatile option for many builders and upgraders.

In summary, the ATI Technologies X1600 stands out in the mid-range graphics market due to its unified shader architecture, support for advanced shading technologies, and robust memory options. Its balance of performance and price made it a favored choice during its release, helping to shape the evolution of graphics technology in subsequent generations.
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