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GV-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator

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Anisotropic Filtering

Anisotropic Filtering is a technique that preserves
detail on surfaces that have three-dimensional
perspective and fade away into the background.
It works best when used in conjunction with
Mipmapping.
Anisotropic Filtering can be set to favor either an
increase in system processing performance or
improved image quality:
Setting for performance is best used with appli-
cations that display objects with smooth, simple
surfaces, like those seen in CAD applications.
Setting for quality is best used with applications
that display highly detailed scenes, backgrounds,
and textured objects, like those seen in 3D
games.
If you are unsure how to configure anisotropic
filtering, use the Use application settings option.
Your display will automatically adjust to the
application's requirements.

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CATALYST

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 A.I.

Catalyst

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 A.I. makes use of ATI's new texture

analyzer technology to optimize performance in
3D applications while maintaining or even im-
proving image quality. It analyzes individual
textures as they are loaded to determine the
best and fastest way to display them.

Summary of Contents for GV-RX387512H

Page 1: ...e to rapid change in technology some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this this manual The author assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear...

Page 2: ...Dec 20 2007 VGA Card GV RX387512H VGA Card GV RX387512H Dec 20 2007...

Page 3: ...ion 7 3 SoftwareInstallation 11 3 1 Windows XP Driver and Utilities Installation 11 3 1 1 Operating System Requirements 11 3 1 2 DirectX Installation 12 3 1 3 Driver Installation 13 3 1 4 Taskbar Icon...

Page 4: ...The power supply should be with a known brand and certified to conform to safety regulations For the list of certified power supplies go to http ati amd com certifiedpsu Operating System Windows Vista...

Page 5: ...r or DVI I to D Sub Adapter TV Out DVI I Connector 1 DVI I Connector 2 HDTV NTSC PAL TV Projector NTSC PAL TV Projector or or Y Pr Pb AV Output S Video Output Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output DVI I to H...

Page 6: ...on should be done on a grounded anti static mat The operator should be wearing an anti static wristband grounded at the same point as the anti static mat Inspect the card carton for obvious damage Shi...

Page 7: ...Remove the computer cover If necessary consult your computer s manual for help in removing the cover Step 3 Remove any existing graphics card from your computer To install your new graphics card Step...

Page 8: ...ct an HDMI monitor Note Only the DVI I Connector 2 supports the DVI I to HDMI adapter After installation remember to connect the power cable to your graphics card or the system will not boot Do not to...

Page 9: ...DTV cables to the video adapter according to the corresponding color Y Green Pr Red Pb Blue 2 Connecting S Video If your TV has a S Video connection connect the S Video cable from your TV to the S Vid...

Page 10: ...e graphics card driver Two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables Two CrossFire graphics cards of the same type Example GV RX195P256D RH Figure 1 Step 2 After installing graphics card driver in operatin...

Page 11: ...ow the instructions to setup your graphics card driver Please follow the subsection 3 1 3 Driver Installation to install the driver for your graphics card 3 1 Windows XP Driver and Utilities Installat...

Page 12: ...Vista XP you must install DirectX first Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately Step 1 When the autorun window shows up click the Install Direct...

Page 13: ...installation instructions Step 1 Found New Hardware Wizard Video Controller VGA Compatible Click the Next button to install the driver Insert the driver CD ROM that came with your graphics card Or cli...

Page 14: ...it does not show up please run D setup exe Step 1 When the autorun window shows up click the Install Display Driver item Step 2 Click the Next button Step 3 Click the Yes button Step 5 Click the Fini...

Page 15: ...in your system tray Right click the icon to enter the ATI Catalyst Control Center The ATI Catalyst Control Center is used to configure all your graphics card settings Right click the ATI icon to enter...

Page 16: ...Panel Sounds and Audio Devices Using the picture to the left as the example to set HDMI audio to be the default Sound Playback device in the Default device box select ATI HD Audio rear output Otherwi...

Page 17: ...n You can click the item to change the color quality Click the Advanced button for advanced settings Display Matrix Model GV RX387512H CRT TV Note 1 Yes CRT DVI Yes CRT CRT Yes DVI TV Yes DVI TV CRT N...

Page 18: ...sic View and Advanced View at any time To access more settings in Basic View click Basic and then click Next Easy Setup Wizards Choose a wizard from the central list and click Go for step by step assi...

Page 19: ...new file If you wish to change the name of the new file enter the new name in the Output File area Finally click Next to start file conversion The video file has been successfully converted Setup my...

Page 20: ...isplay Setup This option allows you to configure your desktop including changing desktop resolution and desk top mode setting up extended desktop requires more than one display and rotating desktop im...

Page 21: ...features on each page The left navi gation pane displays a tree view that lists all the advanced features The Advanced view is rec ommended for experienced users Custom View The Custom view allows you...

Page 22: ...fic graphics card If there is more than one graphics card installed in your computer you need to select the appropriate card before creating loading or activating a Profile Preferences Properties The...

Page 23: ...ss the comprehensive online help register your product or generate a problem report should you require technical support The Catalyst Control Center Help feature offers the following options Help for...

Page 24: ...and Direct 3D applications Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to set a refresh rate of your choice when a full screen application or game has a default refresh rate that is lower than optimal Choose one of...

Page 25: ...ble composite sync HDTV Support Use HDTV Support when your CRT DFP or DTV display device supports one or more HDTV modes that are not initially listed in the Displays Manager due to an incomplete EDID...

Page 26: ...ngs page provides access to a universal slider control where you can simul taneously adjust all of the standard 3D settings for any type of 3D application The slider en ables you to adjust for overall...

Page 27: ...ing for performance is best used when the 3D image is animated and smooth motion is the most important consideration Setting for quality is best used when highly de tailed and realistic 3D objects is...

Page 28: ...ith smooth simple surfaces like those seen in CAD applications Setting for quality is best used with applications that display highly detailed scenes backgrounds and textured objects like those seen i...

Page 29: ...sing performance or improved image quality Setting for performance is best used when the 3D image is animated and smoothness of mo tion is the most important consideration Setting for quality is best...

Page 30: ...ion uses and you want to select a particular API specific feature If you are not sure which API your 3D application uses consult the documen tation of your 3D application Note The Alternate Pixel cent...

Page 31: ...tness Contrast Saturation and Tint for video playback Note Certain video formats do not support these adjustments These settings will only affect ap plications with video overlay support Basic Quality...

Page 32: ...ary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is already known or understood Note These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support TheaterMode Use Theater Mode to chan...

Page 33: ...llows the VPU Recover once it is activated to generate an error report that you can send to ATI via e mail Note Because Windows Vista provides the same func tionality as this option VPU Recover is not...

Page 34: ...34 GV RX387512H Graphics Accelerator CrossFireTM CrossFire delivers exceptional performance on a single display by combining the processing power of two or more Graphics Processing Units GPUs...

Page 35: ...ufacturer NOTE Some manufacturers do not allow the built in graphics to be disabled or to become the secondary display Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you...

Page 36: ...960 160 3 3 3 1280 x 1024 120 3 3 3 1440 x 900 60 3 3 3 1600 x 1200 100 3 3 3 1680 x 1050 100 3 3 3 1792 x 1344 85 3 3 3 1800 x 1440 70 3 3 3 1856 x 1392 75 3 3 3 1920 x 1080 75 3 3 3 1920 x 1200 85 3...

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