Advantech PCM-9587 5.1 Introduction

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5.1 Introduction
The PCM-9587 has an onboard PCI/AGP flat panel/VGA interface. The specifications and
features are described as follows:
5.1.1 Chipset
The PCM-9587 uses a Intel Montara-GM/GM+ GMCH chipset for its graphic controller. It sup-
ports LVDS LCD displays, conventional analog CRT monitors, DVI connection, and TV-out
function.
5.1.2 Display memory
The Intel Montara-GM/GM+ GMCH chip can support up to 64MB frame buffer shared with
system memory; the VGA controller can drive CRT displays up to 1600 x 1200 at 85-Hz and
2048 x 1536 at 75-Hz, color panel displays in LVDS model with resolutions up to UGXA panel
resolution with frequency range from 25 MHz to 112 MHz, or DVI model at a pixel resolution
up to 1600 x 1200 at 85 Hz.
5.1.3 Display types
CRT and panel displays can be used simultaneously. The PCM-9587 can be set in one of six
configurations: CRT only, LVDS only , both CR T and LFP (LVDS), EFP (DVO to DVI), TV, both
CRT and EFP (DVO to DVI). The system is initially set to simultaneous display mode - CRT
and LFP (LDVS). If you want to enable other display mode, please set up manually. Set up
example is shown as in the following chapters.
5.1.4 Dual/Simultaneous Display
The PCM-9587 uses a Intel Montara-GM/GM+ GMCH Chrontel 7009 controller that is capa-
ble of providing simultaneous dual view display of the same content on a flat panel and CRT.
To set up dual view (simultaneous mode) under Windows NT/2000/XP, follow these steps:
1. Open the Control panel, and select “Display”.
2. Select “Settings”.
3. Select "Advanced", "Graphic Properties."
4. Select "Devices" mode and click "OK".