Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B Manual
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GV-R597D5-2GD-B ATI RadeonTM HD 5970 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-R597DB-101R Copyright © 2009 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual labels on this graphics card. Doing so may void the warranty of this card. Due to - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 2
VGA Card GV-R597D5-2GD-B Nov. 16, 2009 VGA Card GV-R597D5-2GD-B Nov. 16, 2009 - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 3
Software Installation 10 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 10 3.1.1. Driver Installation ...10 3.2. Taskbar Icon ...12 3.3. Display Properties Pages 14 4. Troubleshooting Tips 27 5. Appendix ...28 5.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Tables (In Windows XP 28 5.2. Regulatory Statements 29 - 3 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 4
CrossFireXTM Configuration If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of a CrossFireX system, the following is required: - A CrossFireX certified motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct chipset driver - Two GV-R597D5-2GD-B - A power supply that provides at least 1000-watt - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 5
2. Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout CrossFire Connector DVI-I Connector 1 Mini Display Port Connector DVI-I Connector 2 Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output Digital LCD Monitor or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor HDMI TV D-Sub Output DVI-I to D-Sub Adapter DVI-I to HDMI Adapter DVI-I - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 6
The entire Radeon HD 5970 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-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 7
of your computer. Step 2. 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 1. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, remove the metal - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 8
monitor via DVI-I to D-Sub adapter Connect a HDMI monitor via DVI-I to HDMI adapter You are now ready to proceed with the installation of the graphics card driver. Please refer to next chapter for detailed instructions. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 9
-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables (Figure 1). Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. Two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables. Two CrossFire graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 10
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 install DirectX separately. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 11
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. - 11 - Software Installation - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 12
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. Or you can right-click on the desktop and select Catalyst(TM - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 13
Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Step 1: Go to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Step 2: In the Manage audio devices dialog box, click the Playback tab. Using the picture to the - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 14
for advanced settings. D i s p l a y Model GV-R597D5-2GD-B Matrix DVI+DP Yes HDMI(Note 1)+DVI Yes HDMI(Note 1)+DP Yes CRT(Note 2)+HDMI(Note 1) Yes CRT(Note 2)+DP Yes (Note 1) By a DVI-I to HDMI adapter. (Note 2) By a DVI-to-D-Sub adapter. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 15
to the basic settings and advanced features of your ATI graphics products. You can switch between Basic View and Advanced View Video Converter This wizard assists you to convert videos from one file format to another. Step 1: Select Avivo Video Converter, then click Go. Step 2: Select the video - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 16
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 up the HydraVision Configuration based on your own preference. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 17
and software information about the installed graphics card. „ Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. „ Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 18
settings of your ATI graphics card. View Properties: The CATALYST Control Center dashboard supports three types of graphics setting or opening an application. A Hotkey is a combination of a modifier key or keys, such as Ctrl, Alt, or Shift, and any letter from the alphabet. GV-R597 Series Graphics - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 19
, and 3D applications. Define and save your own personal 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 installed in your computer, you need to select the - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 20
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-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 21
Desktop Properties: Use Desktop Properties to change your desktop setup. „ Mode Use Mode to set up desktop area,color quality, Refresh rate and Rotation. „ Color Adjust the overall richness of color by using the Gamma control. To adjust the overall brightness use the Brightness control, and the - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 22
technique designed to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems that are common in rendered 3D images. Rather than determining application can decide: • Setting for performance is best used when the 3D image is animated and smooth motion is GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 23
-dimensional perspective and fade away into the background. It works best when used in conjunction with Mipmapping. Anisotropic Filtering can be quality. It analyzes individual textures as they are loaded to determine the best and fastest way to display them. „ Mipmap Detail Level Mipmapping is - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 24
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. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | 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-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 26
affect applications with video overlay support. „ All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the principal Video features onto recommended speeds for the graphics processor clock and video memory clock. Alternatively, manually set these speeds to GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 27
Mode and press . After getting into Safe Mode, in Device Manager check whether the driver for the graphics card is correct. „ For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact your computer manufacturer. If necessary, adjust your monitor's setting using - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 28
1080 1920 x 1200 1920 x 1400 2048 x 1536 RadeonTM HD 5970 Series 2D Single Display Modes Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Rate 8bpp 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. GV-R597 Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 29
" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. - Gigabyte GV-R597D5-2GD-B | Manual - Page 30
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GV-R597D5-2GD-B
ATI Radeon
TM
HD 5970 Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 101
12MM-R597DB-101R
Copyright
© 2009 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
Copyright by
GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT")
. No part of this manual may
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GBT
.
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