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File Extension V8

What is File Extension V8?


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File Extension V8 Description:

the audio device Covox to identify its 8-bit audio file making it possible for Covox to produce digital sound uses the file extension V8. It runs on the Covox external audio device, which is more commonly known as the Covox Speech Thing.

Files with the .v8 file extension contain data to operate the 8-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter that makes up Covox. They implement simple circuit to convert digital data or serial input to analog values, thus generating audio with the required amplification. They also implement analog signal output. When attaching Covox to the computer, it is usually plugged in to the computer's printer port.

The Covox audio device also used the V8 file extension when running the software demoscene, which was quite popular during the '90s. The demoscene was a computer art program specializing in producing demos or non-interactive audio-visual presentations.

Covox Inc. was able to market the Covox plug, which was preferred by users over sound cards for its powerful yet inexpensive audio device. The files with the .v8 file extension come bundled with the Covox 8-bit audio device driver and come with a complete step-by-step documentation, thus making it easy for first time users to install and operate.

The sound capability offered by files with the .v8 file extension can rival those of more advanced audio devices. This is because the Covox 8-bit audio device uses high-precision resistors. This gives files with the .v8 file extension superior sound quality when played on ordinary audio programs such as Windows Media Player. For patrons who appreciated the features of Covox 8-bit, the V8 file extension proved its capability when used in playing Lotus 3 and other games that required high-quality sound.

The V8 file extension supports old PCs running on Windows and Windows95. While relatively outdated, the file with the .v8 file extension running on Covox plug is still recognized by audio experts, as an inexpensive way of getting quality audio that is superior if compared to the usual PC speaker.

Author:

Covox Inc.

Author URL:

http://www.mobygames.com/company/covox-inc

Applications associated with file extension V8:

The Covox Speech Thing

Common Path:

N\A

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