Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I Manual
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GV-R455HM-512I ATI RadeonTM HD 4550 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 201 12MM-R455HM-201R Copyright © 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed, written - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 2
VGA Card GV-R455HM-512I June.02, 2010 VGA Card GV- R 4 5 5 H M - 5 1 2 I June. 02, 2010 - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 3
Board Layout ...5 2.2. Hardware Installation ...7 3. Software Installation ...9 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 9 3.1.1. Driver Installation ...9 3.2. Taskbar Icon ...11 3.3. Display Properties Pages 13 4. Troubleshooting Tips 28 5. Appendix ...29 5.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Tables 29 - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 4
by ATI RadeonTMHD 4550 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.1 • GV-R455HM-512I supports ATI HyperMemoryTM technology which enables graphics card performance by allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to dynamically share the available system memory. The total effective VGA - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 5
2. Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout D-Sub Monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector or Analog LCD Monitor Analog CRT Monitor D-Sub Output HDMI TV Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor D-Sub Output DVI-I to D-Sub Adapter D-Sub Monitor - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 6
The entire Radeon HD 4550 series support HDMI output which can handle both audio and video signals. However, audio output from the onboard audio controller or the external sound card will be disabled when HDMI output is activated. If no need for HDMI output function, set the onboard audio controller - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 7
card, use the HDMI connector. Connect a D-Sub monitor To D-Sub Monitor To HDMI Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect an HDMI monitor Connect a flat panel display You are now ready to proceed with the installation of the graphics card driver. Please refer to next chapter for detailed instructions - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 8
graphics card driver. Two CrossFire graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-RX16P128P-RH) Figure 1 Step 2: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, when an ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected for the first time by the ATI Catalyst display driver, ATI CrossFireX support - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 9
.exe program.) Step 1: Click the Install Display Driver item. Step 3: Click the Install button. Step 2: Select the displayed language and then click Next. For software MPEG support in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 10
Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. Step 5: Click the Accept button. The system is installing the components. Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Then the driver installation is completed. GV-R455 Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 11
of the display driver, you will find an ATI icon in the notification area. 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 the ATI Catalyst Control Center - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 12
, click the Playback tab. Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI). Otherwise, select Digital Output Device (SPDIF), which is the onboard audio controller. GV-R455 Series Graphics Accelerator - 12 - - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 13
page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up. Select Display Settings to adjust the screen resolution +DVI CRT+CRT (Note 1) DVI +DVI (Note 2) HDMI+DVI HDMI+CRT GV-R455HM-512I Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note 1) By a DVI-to-D-Sub adapter.(optional) (Note - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 14
features of your ATI graphics products. videos from one file format to another. Step 1: Select Avivo Video Converter, then click Go. Step 2: Select the video file to be converted. Step 3: In the Output Folder area, select the destination folder where the new file will be located. Click Next. GV - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 15
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 display configuration This wizard allows you to configure display setting for desktop viewing. „ HydraVision Configuration - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 16
performance and better quality with a more balanced setting. „ Video Playback Use this option to optimize video playback in different room environment or to select how video about the installed graphics card. „ Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 17
the many available settings of your ATI graphics card. View Properties: The CATALYST Control Center dashboard supports three types of views: Basic View 3D application supports. Hotkeys Properties: The Hotkeys Manager allows you to create shortcut key combinations to quickly perform tasks such - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 18
video settings that can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. Note: A profile applies to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card a Language ... „ Select a Skin ... „ Restore Factory Defaults ... GV-R455 Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 19
Catalyst Control Center Help feature allows you to access 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 this Page „ Help Contents ... „ Go to - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 20
in a multimonitor environment. Note: The stretch vertically and horizontally options are not supported on systems running Windows Vista. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control to optimize performance of OpenGL and Direct 3D applications. Choose one of the Display - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 21
screen. You can also adjust the horizontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. „ AvivoTM Color Use AvivoTM Color for ATI graphics cards that support per-display color settings. Independently set the hue, saturation, and temperature for each attached and enabled display. - 21 - Software - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 22
(AA) is a rendering technique designed to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems that are common in rendered 3D images. Rather than determining the color to display exceptional levels of image quality while maintaining performance. GV-R455 Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 23
option. Your display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. „ CATALYST® A.I. Catalyst® A.I. makes use of ATI's new texture analyzer technology to optimize performance in 3D applications while maintaining or even improving image quality. It analyzes individual textures as they - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 24
a particular API-specific feature. If you are not sure which API your 3D application uses, consult the documentation of your 3D application. Note: The Alternate Pixel center Direct 3D setting is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. This setting corrected a corruption problem that occurred - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 25
Use the Avivo Color: Basic option to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for video playback. Note: Certain video formats do not support these adjustments. These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. „ Advanced Color Use the Advanced Color page - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 26
, without any preview window, allowing quick access and adjustment. This page is useful when it is not necessary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is already known or understood. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. GV-R455 Series Graphics - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 27
ATI recommended speeds for the graphics processor clock and video memory clock. Alternatively, manually set these speeds to meet your specific has full booted, disable Preserve ATI Overdrive settings at logon. CrossFireXTM: CrossFireX delivers exceptional performance on a single display by combining - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 28
tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information. „ Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. „ Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to the card's display connector. „ Make sure that the - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 29
x 1080 1920 x 1200 1920 x 1400 2048 x 1536 RadeonTM HD 4550 Series 2D Single Display Modes Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Rate 8bpp(256 ) True mode 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 * The tables are for reference only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. - 29 - Appendix - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 30
GIGABYTE GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE resources, GIGABYTE provides RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not at GIGABYTE are continuing GIGABYTE service manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 31
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or - Gigabyte GV-R455HM-512I | Manual - Page 32
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GV-R455HM-512I
ATI Radeon
TM
HD 4550 Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 201
12MM-R455HM-201R
Copyright
© 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
Copyright by
GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT")
. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted
in any form without the expressed, written permission of
GBT
.
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