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ATI Technologies X1-256P, Z1-128p specifications Getting Started, In This Chapter

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CHAPTER 1

Getting Started

Your ATI FireGL card is an advanced workstation 3D graphics accelerator based on a high-bandwidth, parallel pipeline geometry and rendering architecture. The card delivers workstation-class performance to designers, engineers and animators, running the leading OpenGL and DirectX applications

Features of your FireGL workstation graphics accelerator:

•Real-time photo-realistic rendering and animation

•Stable and reliable software support for Windows® and Linux® platforms

•Optimized support for the leading workstation applications

•SMARTSHADER™ 2.0 technology for creating complex visual effects

•SMOOTHVISION™ 2.0 technology for advanced full-scene anti-aliasing

IN THIS CHAPTER...

■Using this Guide on page 2

■FireGL Card Features on page 4

■System Requirements and Tools on page 6

■Quick Installation on page 7

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ATI Technologies X1-256P Getting Started, In This Chapter, Using this Guide on page FireGL Card Features on page

Contents

FireGL X1-256p FireGL Z1-128p User’s GuideDocumentation updates DisclaimerUsing Your FireGL Card Installing the Hardware and SoftwareGetting Started See alsoTroubleshooting ReferenceProduct Specifications Customer Care and Warranty ServiceSystem Requirements and Tools on page Quick Installation on page Using this Guide on page FireGL Card Features on pageGetting Started CHAPTERUsing this Guide Getting Started Viewing the Users Guide OnlineDo you Need a Printout of the Online Users Guide? FireGL Card Features OpenGL 1.3 with 1.4 extensions DirectX 9.0 functionality in OpenGL System Requirements and Tools Start Run X\ATISETUP.EXE Quick InstallationInstallation Steps Installing the Hardware Installing the Hardware and SoftwareInstalling the Hardware on page Installing the Software on page Preparing your Computer Installing the CardInformation Before you Start Preparing your ComputerManager System devicesWhat do you need to use your FireGL card? What monitors do Where are theyou need? drivers?existing graphics Replacing ancard ReplacingTo install your graphics accelerator card, follow these steps Installing the Card1 Power Supply 14 Installing the Hardware and Software3 Remove any existing graphics card from your computer 4 Insert the card into the AGP slot 6 Reassemble your computer 5 Replace the screws to fasten the card in placeReplace the computer cover Reconnect any peripheral equipment cables you may have disconnectedConnecting the Monitor Cables Connecting the Cables and Completing the InstallationSetting the Monitor Impedance Connecting analog VGA Monitors to DVI connectors20 Installing the Hardware and Software Connecting the Stereo GlassesEnter Start your SystemIf Your System Does Not Start as it Should Before you Start Information, Tips, and Hints Installing the SoftwareSoftware Installation for Windows 2000 and Windows XP Before you Start Information, Tips, and Hints Do you need a special driver installation?HYDRAVISION Multi-monitor Management Software Installation for Windows 2000 and Windows XPDriver installation dialog Properties and Settings Using Two Monitors on page Operating Stereo Glasses on page Using Your FireGL CardChanging the Video Settings on page Using Application Profiles and Advanced Functions on pageUse the DualScreen tab to enable the following functions In the Display Properties Settings tab click the monitor icon Using Two MonitorsSwitching to a two-monitor display Using the DualScreen Tab How to Switch to the Display Properties? Changing the Video SettingsDualScreen setting 2 Enable Quad Buffer Stereo in the Advanced Settings tab1 Select the Settings tab in the Display Properties window Setting Resolution, Color Depth and Refresh Rate32 Using Your FireGL Card Adjusting the Monitor Display 2 Monitor Tuning - available only for VGA monitors Adjustment settings Configuring Application Profiles Using Application Profiles and Advanced FunctionsSwitching to Configuration Select Display Properties Settings Advanced ConfigurationAdding a new application profile Modifying the configuration parametersEnable OpenGL Hardware acceleration Default Settings Enable 8-Bit double-buffered Overlay PlanesForce copy swap Wait for vertical retraceSwitching to Advanced Settings Setting Advanced FunctionsSelect Display Properties Settings Advanced Advanced Settings SMOOTHVISIONEnable Quad Buffer Stereo Reduce DVI frequency on high-resolution displaysDefault Alternate DVI operational modeTechnical Details on page Customer Care and Warranty Service on page Removing the FireGL Drivers on page Troubleshooting on page3 Point to Settings Control Panel Reference4 Click Add/Remove Programs FAQs TroubleshootingTechnical Support andCheck the Monitor tab of the Display Properties How to enable a two-monitor desktop? How to enable stereo glasses?Checking for Product Specifications on page Product SpecificationsTechnical Details Pin Assignments on page 48 Video Modes on pageoutput signals ConnectorsData width H/V SyncPin Function Pin AssignmentsDVI Output Connector Reference Stereo Sync Output ConnectorPin Function 1 + 5 V DC fused 750 mA 2 ground 3 StereoSyncAnalog and digital monitors with 15-pin VGA connector Video ModesResolution Line Rate kHzResolution Digital Monitors with DVI connectorReference Refresh Rate HzATI Customer Care Product Online Registration Customer Care and Warranty ServiceFireGL Workstation dedicated support line MailAdvanced Parts Replacement Service Warranty Service InformationWarranty Information Online Warranty SupportAll accompanying cables and accessories are warranted for 90 days LimitationsIndustry Canada Compliance Statement Compliance InformationFCC Compliance Information 56 Reference CE Compliance InformationContact for further compliance information VCCI Class B ITE Compliance InformationMIC Certification Information FireGL X1-256p