ATI V7100 User Guide
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FireGLTM V7100 User's Guide P/N 137-50052-10 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 2
to change without notice. Product may not be exactly as shown in diagrams. Reproduction of this manual, or parts thereof, in any form, without the express written permission of ATI Technologies Inc. is strictly prohibited. Disclaimer While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 3
for use only with IBM AT or compatible UL Listed personal computers that have Installation Instructions detailing user installation of card cage accessories. • Grounding - For continued protection against risk of electric shock and fire, this accessory should be installed only in products equipped - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 4
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Previous Graphics Card Drivers 3 Drivers 16 Display Properties 17 ATI Displays Tab 17 Dynamic Display Reassignment 19 ATI Color Tab 19 Hotkeys 22 ATI Options Tab 24 ATI Configuration Tab 25 ATI Advanced Settings Tab 27 Reference 31 Troubleshooting 31 General Problems - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 6
vi Limitations 36 Getting Additional Accessories 37 Compliance Information 37 FCC Compliance Information 37 Industry Canada Compliance Statement 38 CE Compliance Information 39 VCCI Class B ITE Compliance Information 39 MIC Certification Information 40 Index 41 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 7
of your FireGL™ workstation graphics card include: • Real-time photo-realistic rendering and animation. • Stable and reliable software support for Windows® and Linux® platforms. • Software drivers optimized and certified for professional workstation applications. • SMARTSHADER™ HD technology for - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 8
your FireGL™ V7100 product, please do the following. Record Your Serial and Part Numbers The serial number and 102 part number on the graphics card are required for registration. They are located on a sticker on the back of the card. Write these numbers down before installing your new ATI product - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 9
You Begin 3 Uninstall Previous Graphics Card Drivers To ensure the successful installation of your new FireGL™ V7100 card, you must uninstall the drivers for the existing graphics card before removing it from your computer. To uninstall previous drivers With your current graphics card still in your - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 10
4 Before You Begin - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 11
Installation Experienced users and system administrators can follow these brief instructions for installing the FireGL™ V7100 card in the shortest possible time. To perform a quick installation 1 Uninstall the drivers and software for your old graphics card if you have not already done so. Note: If - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 12
FireGL™ PCI Express™ Connection Diagram X Graphics Card Y Power Supply Z 6-pin Power Cable Connector [ 6-pin Power Connection \ Power connector to Graphics Card 12V graphics card power connector. A 350 watt or greater power supply is recommended. Consult your computer system manual to - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 13
the metal back- plate cover. 6 Align your ATI graphics card with the slot and press it in firmly until the card is fully seated. 7 Connect the power cable to the 6-pin power connection on the graphics card. 8 Screw in or fasten the graphics card securely. Make sure the cables are not interfering - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 14
Devices The following connections are available: FireGL™ V7100 Baseplate Connections X DVI-I Connection Y Stereographics Connection Z DVI-I Connection Your FireGL™ V7100 card can connect one or two monitors, either DFP/ digital CRT or analog VGA. It can also connect a stereographics device - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 15
VGA-to-DVI-I Adaptor X VGA Monitor Connector Y VGA-to-DVI-I Adaptor Z DVI-I Connection Make sure all cables are securely connected before turning on your system. Display Configurations Your FireGL™ graphics card The DVI-I connection can support a CRT display using the VGA-to-DVI-I adapter. A - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 16
-I adapter DVI-I connector + DVI-I connector + Quad-buffered stereographics VGA connector with VGA-to-DVI-I adapter + DVI-I connector + Quad-buffered stereographics VGA connector with VGA-to-DVI-I adapter + VGA connector with VGA-to-DVI-I adapter + Quad-buffered stereographics Comments UNSUPPORTED - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 17
installed your graphics card, operating system messages will appear once the boot procedure is finished. Your monitor will be running in a basic video mode. Higher refresh rates are not available at this stage of the installation. Once you have installed the FireGL™ V7100 drivers and software - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 18
12 Detailed Installation - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 19
concerning HYDRAVISION™ , consult the user's guide included on the ATI Installation CD-ROM. Installing Drivers and Software in Windows® You will need to install the FireGL™ V7100 drivers and software in the following cases: • After you have installed the card in your system. • After you have - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 20
the FireGL™ V7100 drivers. You must also have Service Pack 1 (or higher) for Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP installed. Make sure your monitor cable is properly attached before you begin. Note: The installation dialog will display in English if your operating system's language is not supported. To - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 21
. Click Yes or Continue to complete the driver installation. Monitor Configuration Once the drivers and software have been installed, you can tab to access the basic multi-monitor configuration settings. Note: ATI software provides many additional configuration features that can be accessed by - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 22
your FireGL™ V7100 card, one monitor will always be Primary. Any additional monitors will be designated as Secondary. Reinstalling Drivers The software installation procedure detailed in this chapter describes how to install the drivers for your graphics card after you have installed a new card for - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 23
CHAPTER 4: Display Properties This chapter describes how to use the advanced display, multiple-monitor, and 3D graphics features in ATI's Display Properties options. ATI Displays Tab The ATI Displays tab provides control over multiple-monitor features. Here you can enable/disable display devices and - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 24
18 ATI Displays Tab ATI Displays Tab Scheme Hotkey Display Configuration button Save these buttons opens further options to refine your display on that device. Only the type of devices supported by your graphic card will be displayed as valid options. If the text on the button is greyed out, that - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 25
the proper adapters or connectors, you can plug it in to your FireGL™ V7100 graphics card in order to view or extend your desktop display to that device. display. 2 Click OK or Apply to save the changes. ATI Color Tab The ATI Color tab allows you to configure Gamma, Brightness, and Contrast color - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 26
Tab The Color Tab ATI Color Tab Desktop radio button Full Screen 3D radio button Profiles for Profiles dropdown list Select Desktop to configure your desktop color settings. Select Full - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 27
Color Tab 21 ATI Color Tab Save button Delete button All Colors checkbox Red, Green, and Blue radio buttons Gamma slider Brightness slider Contrast slide Reset buttons Color preview - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 28
your 3D application in full-screen mode. Hotkeys Some 3D applications automatically load their own color settings rather than those set through the ATI Color tab. To use custom settings, you can preconfigure hotkey combinations to either adjust the individual color properties or apply profiles you - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 29
ATI Color Tab 23 The Color Hotkeys Settings dialog To access the Color Hotkeys Settings dialog 1 Select the Full Screen 3D radio button. 2 Click the Hotkeys - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 30
24 ATI Options Tab ATI Options Tab The ATI Options tab provides detailed driver information and access to your graphics card's versioning and specifications. You can also enable or disable the ATI taskbar icon from this dialog. The Options Tab ATI Options Tab Version Information Details button - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 31
DVI display. This setting has no effect when using a DVI-I-to-VGA adapter. Alternate DVI Use this option if you are experiencing display corruption operational mode on your DVI flat panel display. ATI Configuration Tab The Configuration Tab enables you to customize display - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 32
26 ATI Configuration Tab The Configuration Tab Activating a configuration profile The Configuration to the necessary Windows registry settings. If prompted, restart Windows. If you subsequently experience problems with your application, or if you want to try to optimize the performance of your - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 33
The Advanced Settings tab enables you to apply ATI's SMOOTHVISION™ technology for full-scene anti-aliasing, and to utilize stereo shutter glasses for visualizing immersive 3D-stereo display (only available for those FireGL™ V7100 cards equipped with a stereo video connector). SMOOTHVISION™ improves - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 34
28 ATI Advanced Settings Tab The Advanced Settings Tabs How to Use SMOOTHVISION™ The Application preference setting provides OpenGL® and Direct 3D® applications with the ability to - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 35
ATI Advanced Settings Tab 29 How to Use Stereo Glasses with Your FireGL™ V7100 Card The Enable Quad Buffer Stereo option works in conjunction with the stereographics connection on your FireGL™ V7100 card. Enabling this feature while using compatible stereo glasses and applicable software provides an - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 36
30 ATI Advanced Settings Tab - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 37
tips and provides customer-care, warranty, and compliance information. Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. ATI's documentation contains helpful installation/configuration tips and other valuable feature information. Please contact your - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 38
sure that you selected the appropriate monitor when you installed your enhanced driver. • Check if your monitor supports the resolution, horizontal (kHz) and vertical (Hz) refresh rates as required by the graphics card. • Check your current resolution, refresh rate, and color depth settings in the - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 39
Troubleshooting 33 Problem Possible Solution Off-Center Screen Image, Odd Colors or No Picture Operating System Warns that Video Card Isn and applications. • Reinstall the ATI drivers for your FireGL™ V7100 card. • Your stereo glasses must be connected to the card when you start your computer. - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 40
of the add-on card that causes the conflict. • To support the special graphics processor on the FireGL™ card, the system BIOS should automatically assign a system interrupt to the slot where the card is installed. However, there may be problems if your graphics card does not receive an interrupt - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 41
The following table outlines the different contact numbers for telephone support: Area Availability Number Cost US & Canada Latin & apply. Mail To contact ATI Technologies Inc. by mail, please use the following address: ATI TECHNOLOGIES INC. Attention: Customer Service 1 Commerce Valley Drive - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 42
Warranty Information Warranty Information Hardware Warranty Service Statement ATI Technologies Inc. warrants to the original purchase when required Warranty Service For warranty service instructions visit: ati.com/online/warranty or contact one of our Customer Service Representatives using one of - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 43
ATI Technologies. ATI reserves the rightto refuse to service any product which has been altered, modified, or repaired by non-ATI service presonnel. Getting Additional Accessories Additional and replacement cables, installation CD-ROMs, manuals with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 44
. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this -003 du Canada. For further compliance information: ATI Research Inc. 4 Mount Royal Ave. Marlborough, MA 01752-1976 USA 508-303-3900 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 45
EN 55022:1998/CISPR 22 Class B, Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics Information Technology Equipment. EN 55024:1998, Immunity of Information Technology Equipment (ITE), including EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-11 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 46
40 Compliance Information MIC Certification Information - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 47
41 Index Numerics 102 part number 2 3D full-screen 19 A Advanced Settings tab 27 ATI taskbar applications disabling 24, 25 enabling 24, 25 B brightness 21, 22 color settings 19 C card specification information 24 color hotkeys 21 color preview color settings 21 color settings brightness 19 color - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 48
displays Hotkey 18 primary 17 scheme 18 secondary 17 Displays Tab 17 driver information 24 drivers installing 14 reinstalling 16 uninstalling 3 DVI operational mode 25 F full- 19 profiles color 20 R registration 2, 34 S safety instructions iii secondary display 17 serial number 2 SMOOTHVISION™ 28 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 49
43 stereographics enabling 29 troubleshooting 33 system requirements 1 - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 50
Addendum Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance This product was manufactured by ATI Technologies Inc. - ATI V7100 | User Guide - Page 51
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P/N 137-50052-10
FireGL
TM
V7100
User’s Guide