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GV-RX385512H/ GV-RX385256H RadeonTM HD 3850 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MD-RX3850S-101R Copyright © 2007 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, - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 2
VGA Card GV-RX385512H/GV-RX385256H Nov. 27, 2007 VGA Card GV-RX385512H/ GV-RX385256H Nov. 27, 2007 - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 3
Operating System Requirements 11 3.1.2. DirectX Installation ...12 3.1.3. Driver Installation ...13 3.1.4. Taskbar Icon ...15 3.1.5. Display Properties Pages 17 4. Troubleshooting Tips 35 5. Appendix ...36 Resolutions and Color Depth Tables (In Windows XP 36 Regulatory Statements 37 - 3 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 4
HD RadeonTM 3850 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.0 • Integrated with 512 MB GDDR3 memory (For GV-RX385512H only) • Integrated with 256 MB GDDR3 memory (For GV-RX385256H only) • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports CrossFireTM • Supports - Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 5
2. Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout CrossFire Connector DVI-I Connector 1 TV-Out DVI-I Connector 2 HDTV or NTSC / PAL TV Projector or NTSC / PAL TV Projector Digital LCD Monitor Y Pr Pb/AV Output S-Video Output DVI Output or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor D-Sub Output DVI-I to - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 6
The entire Radeon HD 3800 series support HDMI output which can handle both audio and video signals your graphics card can work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the graphics card. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 6 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 7
monitor, then disconnect the display cable from the back 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 - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 8
. Step 3. This graphics card provides two DVI-I digital connectors. You can connect a monitor that supports DVI-I function or use the DVI-I to D-Sub adapter to connect a 15-pin D-Sub monitor Please refer to next chapter for detailed instructions. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 8 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 9
GIGABYTE Video Adapter AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the TV-Out port on the graphics card. HDTV Component (Y+Pr+Pb) (1) Connecting HDTV Connect your HDTV - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 10
1: Install two CrossFire graphics cards of the same chipset on a CrossFire-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables 3), click Yes to complete the CrossFire configurations. Figure 2 GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Figure 3 - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 11
3. Software Installation In this manual, we assume that your CD-ROM drive letter to autorun window (if it does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). Then you can follow the instructions to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection "3.1.3 Driver Installation" to install the driver - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 12
to achieve better 3D performance. For software MPEG support in Windows Vista/XP, you must install DirectX first. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to to restart computer. Then the DirectX 9 installation is completed. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 13
the operating system will detect the graphics card automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. The following are stepby-step installation instructions. Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next button to install the driver. (Insert the driver CD - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 14
Express or Custom icon. The system is installing the components. Step 5. Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Then the driver installation is completed. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 14 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 15
3.1.4. Taskbar Icon After installation of the display driver, you will find an ATI Catalyst® Control Center icon in your system tray. The ATI Catalyst® Control Center is used to configure all your graphics card settings. Right-click the icon to enter the ATI Catalyst® Control Center (refer to Figure - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 16
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. Otherwise, select Realtek HD Audio output, which is the onboard audio controller. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 16 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 17
Matrix Model CRT+TV (Note 1) CRT+DVI CRT+CRT DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT DVI +DVI HDMI+TV (Note 2) HDMI+DVI (Note 2) HDMI+CRT (Note 2) GV-RX385512H/256H Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note 1) The CRT+TV configuration requires that you connect your CRT display to the DVI - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 18
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-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 18 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 19
Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for the 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 display configuration - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 20
, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. „ Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock and so on. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 20 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 21
page allows you to configure all of the many available settings of your ATI graphics card. View Properties: The CATALYST Control Center dashboard supports three types of views: Basic View/ Advanced View/ Custom View. „ Basic View The Basic view is the default view when CATALYST Control Center - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 22
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 Menu „ Select a Language ... „ Select a Skin ... „ Restore Factory Defaults ... GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 22 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 23
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 ... „ Search - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 24
the 3D Refresh Rate Override and the Display Detection Option to configure panning on displays with limited resolution capabilities are not supported since refresh rate is better controlled by Windows Vista and Windows Vista does not support panning. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 24 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 25
on your monitor's display screen. You can also adjust the horizontal and vertical sync or enable 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 - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 26
„ 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 want to use an overall adjustment control that rapidly configures your application. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 27
„ Anti-Aliasing Anti-Aliasing (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 for each pixel by sampling a single location at the pixel's center, - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 28
while maintaining or even improving image quality. It analyzes individual textures as they are loaded to determine the best and fastest way to display them. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 28 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 29
„ Mipmap Detail Level Mipmapping is a texturing technique that preserves the detail on a 3D object's surface as it moves into the background. A series of lowand high-resolution texture maps are stored in memory and selectively used to create the object's surface, depending on what level of detail is - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 30
a corruption problem that occurred with some older games that should not occur with modern games. Color: Adjust the overall richness of color by using the Gamma control. To adjust the overall brightness use the Brightness control, and the overall contrast use the Contrast control. GV-RX385512H/256H - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 31
video settings choose one of the video presets. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. „ Basic Color Use the Avivo Color: Basic option to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for video playback. Note: Certain video formats do not - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 32
video. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Extended Desktop Mode is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. * This item will be available when will only affect applications with video overlay support. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 32 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 33
. Use the Automated clock configuration utility to obtain the ATI recommended speeds for the graphics processor clock and video memory clock. Alternatively, manually set these speeds to meet your specific requirements. Finally, Overdrive can be configured to run when the computer is booted or only - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 34
CrossFireTM: CrossFire delivers exceptional performance on a single display by combining the processing power of two or more Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 34 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 35
experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information . For more information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not „ For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 36
x 1440 1856 x 1392 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1200 1920 x 1400 2048 x 1536 RadeonTM HD 3850 Series 2D Single Display Modes Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 36 - - Gigabyte GV-RX385512H | Manual - Page 37
" 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-RX385512H | Manual - Page 38
disposed of properly. China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: GV-RX385512H/256H Graphics Accelerator - 38 -
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GV-RX385512H/
GV-RX385256H
Radeon
TM
HD 3850 Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 101
12MD-RX3850S-101R
Copyright
© 2007 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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