Select a graphics card

The SD2420W unit requires a dual-output graphics card to drive the two monitors with a DVI signal. For professional applications that use OpenGL quad-buffered stereo, the graphics card should support OpenGL stereo as well. Typically, the two monitors should be in clone mode for these applications.

There are several compatible graphics card families. The NVIDIA Quadro FX line and the Matrox Parhelia line have all been tested and are compatible for OpenGL stereo applications. The NVIDIA GeForce line offers dual-DVI output graphics cards that work well for PC gaming and DirectX applications.

Visit www.planar3d.com for more details on graphics cards, software configuration, and using side monitors with the SD2420W unit.

Install the mirror-flip PCI card

Proper ESD (electrostatic discharge) handling precautions should be exercised when installing the mirror-flip PCI card. Consult the computer manual for proper installation of graphics cards.

Because the viewer will see a reflection of the top monitor, this image needs to be flipped on the horizontal axis. A mirror- flip PCI card is included with the SD2420W unit. Plug this card into a free PCI slot in your computer. There are no drivers to load with the card.

1.Remove the blank bracket from an available PCI slot.

2.Insert the mirror-flip PCI card into the slot, align the connector pins, and press the board down until it is firmly seated.

Mirror-flip PCI card installed

3.Secure the mounting bracket.

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