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			<description><![CDATA[After the recent storm rolled through the area, it made me think about how many homeowners aren’t aware they have roof issues until later on. Missing shingles, minor leaks, or flashing problems can be pretty easy to overlook initially. In my experience, checking things early and then getting a professional opinion helps prevent insurance headaches later. Has anyone here ever deal with late-discovered storm damage and regret not addressing it earlier? <br />
 <br />
 <br />
<a href="https://portcityexteriorsroofing.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/roof-inspections-leland-nc-why-they-matter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">https://portcityexteriorsroofing.wordpre...ey-matter/</a> <br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[After the recent storm rolled through the area, it made me think about how many homeowners aren’t aware they have roof issues until later on. Missing shingles, minor leaks, or flashing problems can be pretty easy to overlook initially. In my experience, checking things early and then getting a professional opinion helps prevent insurance headaches later. Has anyone here ever deal with late-discovered storm damage and regret not addressing it earlier? <br />
 <br />
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<a href="https://portcityexteriorsroofing.wordpress.com/2025/12/02/roof-inspections-leland-nc-why-they-matter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">https://portcityexteriorsroofing.wordpre...ey-matter/</a> <br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN002.1]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:46:10 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN002.1<br />
<br />
Date 29 January 1986<br />
<br />
Aset of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER<br />
<br />
C026160-001 U2<br />
C026244-001 U3<br />
C026245-001 U4<br />
C026163-001 U5<br />
C026246-001 U6<br />
C026247-001 U7<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">See PDF for  schematics and fault finding information including hand written notes.</span><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN002.1<br />
<br />
Date 29 January 1986<br />
<br />
Aset of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER<br />
<br />
C026160-001 U2<br />
C026244-001 U3<br />
C026245-001 U4<br />
C026163-001 U5<br />
C026246-001 U6<br />
C026247-001 U7<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">See PDF for  schematics and fault finding information including hand written notes.</span><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN002]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:01:08 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN002<br />
<br />
Subject: TOS ROM UPGRADE<br />
This document should accompany a set of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER    LOCATION<br />
<br />
C026160-001  U2<br />
C026244-001  U3<br />
C026245-001  U4<br />
C026163-001  U5<br />
C026246-001  U6<br />
C026247-001  U7<br />
<br />
See PDF for additional topics such as:<br />
Upgrading Colour Systems (Glue chip versions)<br />
Further ROM information such as Boot EPROM and version before masked roms were available.<br />
Hand drawn schematics <br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN002<br />
<br />
Subject: TOS ROM UPGRADE<br />
This document should accompany a set of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER    LOCATION<br />
<br />
C026160-001  U2<br />
C026244-001  U3<br />
C026245-001  U4<br />
C026163-001  U5<br />
C026246-001  U6<br />
C026247-001  U7<br />
<br />
See PDF for additional topics such as:<br />
Upgrading Colour Systems (Glue chip versions)<br />
Further ROM information such as Boot EPROM and version before masked roms were available.<br />
Hand drawn schematics <br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN001]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:51:47 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN001<br />
<br />
Date: 7 January 1986<br />
<br />
Subject: 520ST RGB Output<br />
Early models of the 520ST support seperate VSYNC (pin 12) and HSYNC (pin 9) for RGB.<br />
<br />
The Thomson colour monitor CM36382 AR requires a combined SYNC input on (pin 20 of the SCART connector). 520ST's manufactured after Nov 85 have been modified to provide combined SYNC on pin 2 of the DIN connector.<br />
<br />
These  modified  520ST's can be identified  by their serial number, as it should start with a 4.<br />
<br />
The modification to the 520ST is as follows:<br />
All components should be mounted on component side of PCB in area reserved for UHF modulator.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">See PDF for schematic</span><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN001<br />
<br />
Date: 7 January 1986<br />
<br />
Subject: 520ST RGB Output<br />
Early models of the 520ST support seperate VSYNC (pin 12) and HSYNC (pin 9) for RGB.<br />
<br />
The Thomson colour monitor CM36382 AR requires a combined SYNC input on (pin 20 of the SCART connector). 520ST's manufactured after Nov 85 have been modified to provide combined SYNC on pin 2 of the DIN connector.<br />
<br />
These  modified  520ST's can be identified  by their serial number, as it should start with a 4.<br />
<br />
The modification to the 520ST is as follows:<br />
All components should be mounted on component side of PCB in area reserved for UHF modulator.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">See PDF for schematic</span><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN002]]></title>
			<link>https://www.passingit.com/retro/showthread.php?tid=7</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jul 2023 09:08:40 +0100</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.passingit.com/retro/member.php?action=profile&uid=0">Mark</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[A letter to the dealers from Les Player n the introduction of Technical Bulletins including TN002<br />
<br />
1 May 1986<br />
Dear Dealer <br />
I would like to introduce to you the first batch of Technical Bulletins.  These will be presented <br />
to you on a monthly basis, included in  the Atari monthly News Bulletin.  The object of the <br />
Technical Bulletin is  to pass onto you technical information that we feel  will help you sell and <br />
support Atari Products.  The Technical Bulletin will contain bath hardware and software <br />
information.<br />
<br />
I would also like to introduce you to the Atari Technical Support Team.<br />
<br />
Software Support - Robert Katz<br />
Hardware/Service Support  - Knolly Shadrache/Philip Wong Victoria Everitt<br />
General Technical Information - Victoria Everitt<br />
Customer Relations - Lucinda Bell<br />
<br />
<br />
We would be grateful if you would avoid passing these names to end Users as we are all here <br />
principally for Dealer Support. End User overload results in less capacity to help you.<br />
<br />
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. Yours sincerely<br />
<br />
LesPlayer<br />
Technical Manager<br />
<br />
Technical Note: TN002<br />
Subject: TOS ROM UPGRADE<br />
<br />
This document should accompany a set of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER<br />
<br />
C026160-001 U2<br />
C026244-001 U3<br />
C026245-001 U4<br />
C026163-001 U5<br />
C026246-001 U6<br />
C026247-001 U7<br />
<br />
These ROMS should be handled with caution.<br />
Before starting an upgrade, ensure that the 520ST is fully operational, then remove all power, video and disc cables.<br />
<br />
<br />
UPGRADING COLOUR SYSTEMS<br />
<br />
Some colour monitors will not have enough adjustment on their vertical and horizontal adjustments to centre the screen.  The GLUE IC C025915-38 will now compensate for this.  If you do not have this version then you will also need to upgrade your GLUE IC:<br />
<br />
There are three versions of the GLUE chip:<br />
Version <br />
1: C025915<br />
2: C025915-20<br />
3: C025915-38<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[A letter to the dealers from Les Player n the introduction of Technical Bulletins including TN002<br />
<br />
1 May 1986<br />
Dear Dealer <br />
I would like to introduce to you the first batch of Technical Bulletins.  These will be presented <br />
to you on a monthly basis, included in  the Atari monthly News Bulletin.  The object of the <br />
Technical Bulletin is  to pass onto you technical information that we feel  will help you sell and <br />
support Atari Products.  The Technical Bulletin will contain bath hardware and software <br />
information.<br />
<br />
I would also like to introduce you to the Atari Technical Support Team.<br />
<br />
Software Support - Robert Katz<br />
Hardware/Service Support  - Knolly Shadrache/Philip Wong Victoria Everitt<br />
General Technical Information - Victoria Everitt<br />
Customer Relations - Lucinda Bell<br />
<br />
<br />
We would be grateful if you would avoid passing these names to end Users as we are all here <br />
principally for Dealer Support. End User overload results in less capacity to help you.<br />
<br />
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. Yours sincerely<br />
<br />
LesPlayer<br />
Technical Manager<br />
<br />
Technical Note: TN002<br />
Subject: TOS ROM UPGRADE<br />
<br />
This document should accompany a set of 6 ROMS. These ROMS are identified as follows:<br />
PART NUMBER<br />
<br />
C026160-001 U2<br />
C026244-001 U3<br />
C026245-001 U4<br />
C026163-001 U5<br />
C026246-001 U6<br />
C026247-001 U7<br />
<br />
These ROMS should be handled with caution.<br />
Before starting an upgrade, ensure that the 520ST is fully operational, then remove all power, video and disc cables.<br />
<br />
<br />
UPGRADING COLOUR SYSTEMS<br />
<br />
Some colour monitors will not have enough adjustment on their vertical and horizontal adjustments to centre the screen.  The GLUE IC C025915-38 will now compensate for this.  If you do not have this version then you will also need to upgrade your GLUE IC:<br />
<br />
There are three versions of the GLUE chip:<br />
Version <br />
1: C025915<br />
2: C025915-20<br />
3: C025915-38<br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari XC12 Program Recorder Torque numbers]]></title>
			<link>https://www.passingit.com/retro/showthread.php?tid=6</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jul 2023 08:53:09 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Not sure if these are still useful to anyone...<br />
<br />
Date: 16 June 1986<br />
<br />
Atari XC12 Program Recorder Torque numbers when new:<br />
<br />
PLAY 52 g/cm<br />
REWIND 110 g/cm<br />
WIND FF 84 g/cm<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Not sure if these are still useful to anyone...<br />
<br />
Date: 16 June 1986<br />
<br />
Atari XC12 Program Recorder Torque numbers when new:<br />
<br />
PLAY 52 g/cm<br />
REWIND 110 g/cm<br />
WIND FF 84 g/cm<br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN009]]></title>
			<link>https://www.passingit.com/retro/showthread.php?tid=5</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:30:45 +0100</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.passingit.com/retro/member.php?action=profile&uid=0">Mark</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN009<br />
<br />
Date@ 21 April 1986<br />
<br />
Re: Current Approved Disc Media<br />
<br />
<br />
Atari currently recommends the use of the following disc media:-<br />
3 1/2" Single Sided Double Density<br />
Dysan <br />
Sony <br />
Fuji<br />
Kasei - Verbatim <br />
Konishiroku<br />
<br />
3 1/2" Double Sided Double Density<br />
Sony<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN009<br />
<br />
Date@ 21 April 1986<br />
<br />
Re: Current Approved Disc Media<br />
<br />
<br />
Atari currently recommends the use of the following disc media:-<br />
3 1/2" Single Sided Double Density<br />
Dysan <br />
Sony <br />
Fuji<br />
Kasei - Verbatim <br />
Konishiroku<br />
<br />
3 1/2" Double Sided Double Density<br />
Sony<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN008]]></title>
			<link>https://www.passingit.com/retro/showthread.php?tid=4</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:28:15 +0100</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.passingit.com/retro/member.php?action=profile&uid=0">Mark</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN008<br />
<br />
Date: 17 April 1986<br />
<br />
Re: STM UHF Modulator Adjustment<br />
<br />
The UHF TV output may not appear central on some TV sets, slight modulator adjustment should <br />
correct inconsistent positioning.<br />
Proceed as follows:-<br />
1.    Only Qualified service personnel should attempt to carry out the following procedure on the <br />
520STFM and 1040STFM as mains voltage exists within these models.<br />
<br />
2.  Remove plastic cover and R.F. shield<br />
3.  Remove modulator shield<br />
4.  Apply power and adjust the plastic cross head screw on the modulator PCB until the display is<br />
central.<br />
5.  Replace shields and all screws.<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Bulletin TN008<br />
<br />
Date: 17 April 1986<br />
<br />
Re: STM UHF Modulator Adjustment<br />
<br />
The UHF TV output may not appear central on some TV sets, slight modulator adjustment should <br />
correct inconsistent positioning.<br />
Proceed as follows:-<br />
1.    Only Qualified service personnel should attempt to carry out the following procedure on the <br />
520STFM and 1040STFM as mains voltage exists within these models.<br />
<br />
2.  Remove plastic cover and R.F. shield<br />
3.  Remove modulator shield<br />
4.  Apply power and adjust the plastic cross head screw on the modulator PCB until the display is<br />
central.<br />
5.  Replace shields and all screws.<br />
<br />
As well as producing a modulated output, the STM also provides an un-modulated composite colour <br />
output on pin 2 of its 13-pin Din socket which connects to pin 20 of the Atari Scart Connector.<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN006]]></title>
			<link>https://www.passingit.com/retro/showthread.php?tid=3</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:25:09 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Note: TN006  <br />
Date 8 April 1986<br />
<br />
Starting up with ROM Based ST's<br />
<br />
The following information is aimed at ROM based Atari ST computers , i.e. the Atari 520STm, Atari 1040STf and those Atari<br />
520ST computers with ROMs instal led. To check whether your computer has a ROM based Operating System:<br />
<br />
- Set up the ST, Disk Drive and Monitor (or TV) as described in the ST Owners Manual supplied with your computer.<br />
- Turn on the monitor or TV and Disk Drive, ensure that the computer is turned off .<br />
- Insert the Language Disk supplied with your computer into Disk Drive A.<br />
- Turn on the computer, the Disk Drive Busy light will illuminate. If your system is ROM Based , the Desktop as described in the ST owners guide will appear. If you have a computer requiring a disk based Operating System, the computer will display a message prompting you to insert your System Disk.<br />
- If you still have a disk based machine, please contact your Dealer for information on obtaining and installing Operating System  ROMs.<br />
<br />
Installing Desk Accessories<br />
Desk Accessories are one or more (upto six) programs that reside in your computers memory alongside a main GEM application , such as ST Basic or ST Logo. These Accessories can be accessed at any time and may provide small utilities such as a notepad, diary or calculator. The Language Disk supplied with the Atari 520STm and Atari 1040STf contains two files ending with '.ACC', these files contain four useful utilities , each of these being described in detail in the ST Owners Manual.<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Note: TN006  <br />
Date 8 April 1986<br />
<br />
Starting up with ROM Based ST's<br />
<br />
The following information is aimed at ROM based Atari ST computers , i.e. the Atari 520STm, Atari 1040STf and those Atari<br />
520ST computers with ROMs instal led. To check whether your computer has a ROM based Operating System:<br />
<br />
- Set up the ST, Disk Drive and Monitor (or TV) as described in the ST Owners Manual supplied with your computer.<br />
- Turn on the monitor or TV and Disk Drive, ensure that the computer is turned off .<br />
- Insert the Language Disk supplied with your computer into Disk Drive A.<br />
- Turn on the computer, the Disk Drive Busy light will illuminate. If your system is ROM Based , the Desktop as described in the ST owners guide will appear. If you have a computer requiring a disk based Operating System, the computer will display a message prompting you to insert your System Disk.<br />
- If you still have a disk based machine, please contact your Dealer for information on obtaining and installing Operating System  ROMs.<br />
<br />
Installing Desk Accessories<br />
Desk Accessories are one or more (upto six) programs that reside in your computers memory alongside a main GEM application , such as ST Basic or ST Logo. These Accessories can be accessed at any time and may provide small utilities such as a notepad, diary or calculator. The Language Disk supplied with the Atari 520STm and Atari 1040STf contains two files ending with '.ACC', these files contain four useful utilities , each of these being described in detail in the ST Owners Manual.<br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN005]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:16:17 +0100</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Note: TN005<br />
<br />
<br />
Please be aware that NEC E-Proms cannot be used in ST products since their input conditions are incompatible with other<br />
manufacturers.<br />
<br />
The following vendors are acceptable:<br />
AMD(Advanced Micro Devices)<br />
Fujitsu<br />
Hitachi<br />
Toshiba<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Technical Note: TN005<br />
<br />
<br />
Please be aware that NEC E-Proms cannot be used in ST products since their input conditions are incompatible with other<br />
manufacturers.<br />
<br />
The following vendors are acceptable:<br />
AMD(Advanced Micro Devices)<br />
Fujitsu<br />
Hitachi<br />
Toshiba<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Atari Technical Bulletin TN003]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:26:50 +0100</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.passingit.com/retro/member.php?action=profile&uid=0">Mark</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Technical Note: TN003<br />
<br />
Dismantling ST Products<br />
<br />
Technical Note: TN003 <br />
Subject: DISMANTLING ST PRODUCTS <br />
Users should be aware that screws of two different lengths are used to secure the plastic cover to the base of the 520 and 1040 design computers. The three longest screws are nearest the back and should not be used at the front since they will penetrate the plastic cover and produce visible markings.<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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<br />
Dismantling ST Products<br />
<br />
Technical Note: TN003 <br />
Subject: DISMANTLING ST PRODUCTS <br />
Users should be aware that screws of two different lengths are used to secure the plastic cover to the base of the 520 and 1040 design computers. The three longest screws are nearest the back and should not be used at the front since they will penetrate the plastic cover and produce visible markings.<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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