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GV-RX387512H RadeonTM HD 3870 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MD-RX3875H-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 - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 2
VGA Card GV-RX387512H Dec. 20, 2007 VGA Card GV-RX387512H Dec. 20, 2007 - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 4
to conform to safety regulations. (For the list of certified power supplies, go to http://ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu.) • Operating System - Windows® Vista - Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition • CrossFireTM Configuration If you are planning on using this - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 6 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 8
instability. 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 8 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 10
two CrossFire graphics cards of the same chipset on a CrossFire-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via 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 - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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 install to restart computer. Then the DirectX 9 installation is completed. GV-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 14
shows up, click the Install Display Driver item. Step 2. Click the Next button. Step 3. Click the Yes button. Setp 4. Click the 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 - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 15
3.1.4. Taskbar Icon After installation of the display driver, you will find an ATI icon 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 the - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 16
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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 16 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 18 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 20
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 and so on - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 21
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 is launched for the first - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 22
to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. Define and save your own personal video settings that can be quickly activated manually, through Menu „ Select a Language ... „ Select a Skin ... „ Restore Factory Defaults ... GV-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 22 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 24
TV Out. Note: The stretch vertically and horizontally options are not supported on systems running Windows Vista. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives limited resolution capabilities are not supported since refresh rate is better controlled by Windows Vista and Windows Vista does - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 28 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 29
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 needed. Mipmap detail level can be set to - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 30
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 with some older games that should not occur with modern games. Color: Adjust the overall - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 32 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 34 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 36
60 720 x 480 60 856 x 480 60 960 x 720 60 1280 x 720 60 1920 x 1080 30 * The tables are for reference only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 36 - - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | Manual - Page 37
product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from , your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to - Gigabyte GV-RX387512HP-HM | 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-RX387512H Graphics Accelerator - 38 -
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GV-RX387512H
Radeon
TM
HD 3870 Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 101
12MD-RX3875H-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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