Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
3DForce2 MX Series
nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400TM
User's Manual
Version 10.00
Copyright © 2005 Jaton Corporation, USA
Contents
INTRODUCTION.............................................................4 KEY FEATURES.............................................................4 SECOND GENERATION GPU ..............................................4
PERFORMANCE ..................................................................5
QUALITY............................................................................5 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT..............................................5 CHECK LIST ...................................................................6 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION .........................................7 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................8 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ..............................................8 STEPS: .............................................................................9 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ........................................9 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE..........................................28 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) ..........................30 PINOUT AND SYNC FREQUENCIES..........................33 ANALOG COLOR DISPLAY PINOUTS (DB 15) .....................33 CONVERSION TABLE: PIN ADAPTERS ................................33 9-TO-15 PIN CONVERSION TABLE.....................................34 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ......................................................34 LIMITED WARRANTY. .................................................37 OTHER LIMITS. ................................................................37 EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION...................................................38
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OTHER STATEMENTS. ......................................................38 TERMS AND CONDITIONS. ................................................38 SERVICES AGREEMENT: ...................................................39 ENTIRE OBLIGATION. .......................................................39 REDUCING WARRANTY CLAIM REJECTIONS. ........40
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Introduction
3DForce2 MX Series are the faster 3D graphics and multimedia accelerators made by Jaton Corporation. These accelerators based on GeForce2 MX400TM core technology with single chipset solution which is provided from nVIDIA®. By incorporating GeForce2 MX's break-through 3D architecture, in a 2-pipe form, GeForce2 MX delivers the full GeForce2 GTS 3D feature set at mainstream price points. GeForce2 MX's integrated HDVP (High Definition Video Processor) can support 720p at the specified frame rates. When combined with a high performance, high-level software MPEG-2 decoder, and a Digital TV receiver, GeForce2 MX chipset delivers a cost-effective, high-quality HDTV solution. nVIDIA GeForce2 MX chipset also enables ground-breaking new applications like HD timeshifting and digital VCR capabilities. 3DForce2 MX Series accelerators (GeForce2 MX400TM) take benefit of the latest advancements in PC computing to provide maximum performance in all graphics applications. 3DForce2 MX Series (GeForce2 MX400TM) accelerators deliver the industry's fastest Direct3D® and OpenGL® gaining velocity in its class, they are also the most complete Microsoft® DirectX® 7 hardware implementation and meet all the requirements specified by Microsoft PC 00, PC 99, and PC 99a initiatives.
Key Features
Second Generation GPU
· · Second generation transform and lighting (T&L) engine Integrated Dual-Link TMDS transmitters
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nVIDIA Shading Rasterizer (NSR) High-Definition Video Processor (HDVP) AGP 4x with fast writes 32/64 MB SDR/DDR memory onboard 32-bit color, 32-bit Z/stencil buffer 4 texels per clock 256-bit graphics architecture Cube environment mapping DirectX and S3 texture compression
performance
· · · · · · 700 million texel fill rate 20 million triangles/sec through T&L and setup 2.7 GB/sec memory bandwidth 32 or 64 MB frame buffer size Maximum 3D/2D resolution of 2048x1536@75Hz Complete DirectX® 7, DirectX® 6 and DirectX® 5 support
Quality
· · nVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture Industry's first fully compliant professional OpenGL 1.2 support for Windows® operating systems
System Requirement
· · Intel Pentium® or compatible system with AGP 4x Bus Extension Slot CD-ROM drive, Double speed or faster
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Hard Drive with at least 50MB Free space MS Windows® 98/Me, Windows 2000/XP, and Windows NTTM4.0 operating systems
Check List
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3DForce2 MX Series Multimedia Accelerator Software & Documents CD Quick Start Guide (Printed)
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Hardware Description
TVout optional RCA Composite (TV out) DIM-4Pin (TV out) nVIDIA MX400 Display Memory
DB 15 VGA (RGB out)
Product Name / PCB Version 3DForce2 MX-32 82118G 82118F 3DForce2 MX-32TV 3DForce2 MX-64 3DForce2 MX-64TV 3DForce2 MX-32LTV 3DForce2 MX-64L 3DForce2 MX-64LTV 3DForce2 MX-32DDR 82118G 82118G 82118G 82118F 82118F 82118F 82118H 82118H 3DForce2 MX-32DDR-TV 82118H 82118H 3DForce2 MX-64DDR 3DForce2 MX-64DDR-TV 82118H 82118H
Core Chipset nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400 nVIDIA GeForce2 MX400
PCB Size W = 6.25" x H = 2.5" W = 6.8" x H = 2.5" W = 6.25" x H = 2.5" W = 6.25" x H = 2.5" W = 6.25" x H = 2.5" W = 6.8" x H = 2.5" W = 6.8" x H = 2.5" W = 6.8" x H = 2.5" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6" W = 5.85" x H = 2.6"
Memory Size 2M*32 x 4 SDR TSSOP 32MB 4M*16 x 4 SDR TSSOP 32MB 2M*32 x 4 SDR TSSOP 32MB 4M*32 x 4 SDR TSSOP 64MB 4M*32 x 4 SDR TSSOP 64MB 4M*16 x 4 SDR TSSOP 32MB 8M*16 x 4 SDR TSSOP 64MB 8M*16 x 4 SDR TSSOP 64MB 8M*16 x 2 DDR TSSOP 32MB 4M*16 x 4 DDR TSSOP 32MB 8M*16 x 2 DDR TSSOP 32MB 4M*16 x 4 DDR TSSOP 32MB 8M*16 x 4 DDR TSSOP 64MB 8M*16 x 4 DDR TSSOP 64MB
Special Bracket(s) Alternative ( Low profile system only) Bracket Model P213 P203 Use in 3DForce2MX32DDR / 64DDR 3DForce2MX64DDRTV Dimension L = 3.118", W =0.725" L = 3.118", W =0.725"
Alternative brackets can be purchased at http://store.anvshopper.net/index.html
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Display devices connection: ( TVout)
Plate
RCA Composite Connector
S_Video Connector
DB 15 VGA Connector
TV set
PC Computer
Hardware Installation
Installation Procedures
!! WARNING !! Discharge static electricity by touching the GROUND such as metal part of your case connected with good power ground before you handle the electronic circuit boards.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage, caused directly or indirectly, by improper installation of any components by unauthorized service personnel. If you do not feel comfortable performing the installation, consult with a qualified computer technician.
Steps:
1. 2. 3. Turn OFF all powers to your system, including any peripherals (printer, external drives, modem, etc.). Disconnect the power cord and the monitor cable from the back of the computer. Unfasten the cover mounting screws on your system and remove the system cover. Refer to your system user manual for instructions to determine the location of the mounting screws. Remove the retaining screw that holds the slot cover in place. Slide the slot cover out and put the screw aside (you will need it to secure the adapter). To install the adapter in AGP expansion slot, carefully line up the gold-fingered edge connector on the adapter directly above the expansion slot connector on the motherboard. Then press the adapter into place, completely. Use the (remaining) screw you removed to secure the adapterretaining bracket in place. Replace the computer cover. Secure the cover with the mounting screws you removed in Step 3.
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You have now completed the installation of your new graphics adapter on your system.
Software Installation
Windows® 98 Driver Installation
Upgrade video adapter to an existing system. (Windows has been pre-loaded) 1. Select [Next] to install Standard PCI Graphics Adapter at Add New Hardware Wizard screen.
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2. Check [Search for the best driver for your device] then select [Next] 3. Insert the software's CD. 4. Check [Specify a location:] ,Under that enter D:\MX\Win9x, then select [Next]. 5. Select [Next] to install 3DForce2 MX 200/400 Series driver. 6. Select [Finish] to restart the computer. To a new system: 1 SELECT the "Display" icon from control panel and then tab on "Settings" screen. 1. Select Advanced at selection bar. 2. Click on Adapter tab screen. 3. Click the Change button. 4. Click the Next button at Update Device Driver Wizard. 5. Click the Next button. 6. Select Display a list of the drivers in a specific location... Then click the Next. 7. Insert the Software's CD then Click the Have Disk button. 8. Under Copy manufacturer's file from statement enter D:\MX\Win9x ,click the OK button. (Where D is the letter of your CD ROM drive, typically, D or E Drives, etc.) 9. Select "3DForce2 MX Series, nVIDIA GeForce2 MX 200/400", then Click the OK button.
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10. Click the Next button. 11. Click the Finish button. 12. Click the Close button. 13. Click Close at the Display Properties screen. 14. Click the Yes button next to restart computer.
InstallShield® Program:
Since the Microsoft InstallShield® program has been added into our software's CD, the Display Driver Installation and its procedures are much easier for users to run with Windows® 98/Me operating systems. When you power-up the computer and boot-up to Windows, the Plug-and-Play detects new hardware and it pops-up the install wizard. Do Not [Cancel] because you must place a default display setting from Microsoft Windows for your video adapter, then restart the Windows. After the desktop is loaded completely, insert the software's CD into CD ROM drive and proceed the display driver installation, which is provided from the hardware manufacturer.
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Autorun feature brings-up the "Welcome Screen", and you may point to "display driver" then press on it.
2. Microsoft InstallShield® Wizard has started loading its
setup process, please wait until it has finished.
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3. Click on "Next" to continue the process.
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Click on "Finish" to restart your computer, the new display driver will be in place after Windows boots-up.
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Windows® Me Drive Installation
Upgrade video adapter to an existing system. (Windows has been pre-loaded) 1. Check [Specify the location of the driver[Advanced] ]then select [Next]. 2. Insert the Software's CD. 3. Check [Specify a location:] ,Under that enter D:\MX\Win9x, then select [Next]. (Where D is the letter of your CD ROM drive, typically, D or E drives, etc.) 4. Check The updated software[Recommended] ,Select [Next] to install "3DForce2 MX Series, nVIDIA GeForce2 MX 200/400" driver. 5. Select [Finish] to restart the computer.
To a new system: 1. SELECT the "Display" icon from control panel and then tab on "Settings" screen. Select Advanced at selection bar. Click on Adapter tab. Click the Change button at Adapter Screen Click [Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)] then check Next. Insert Software's CD to CD ROM. Click Specify a location then under Copy manufacturer's file from statement enter D:\MX\Win9x, click the Next button.(Where D
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is the letter of your CD ROM drive, typically, D or E drives, etc.) 8. Click Next to install "3DForce2 MX Series, nVIDIA GeForce2 MX 200/400" driver. Click the Finish button.
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10. Click the Yes button next to restart computer. InstallShield® Program:
Since the Microsoft InstallShield® program has been added into our software's CD, the Display Driver Installation and its procedures are much easier for users to run with Windows® 98/Me operating systems. When you power-up the computer and boot-up to Windows, the Plug-and-Play detects new hardware and it pops-up the install wizard. Do Not [Cancel] because you must place a default display setting from Microsoft Windows for your video adapter, then restart the Windows. After the desktop is loaded completely, insert the software's CD into CD ROM drive and proceed the display driver installation, which is provided from the hardware manufacturer.
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Autorun feature brings-up the "Welcome Screen", and you may point to "display driver" then press on it.
2. Microsoft InstallShield® Wizard has started loading its
setup process, please wait until it has finished.
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3. Click on "Next" to continue the process.
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Click on "Finish" to restart your computer, the new display driver will be in place after Windows boots-up.
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Windows® 2000 Driver Installation
Upgrade video adapter to an existing system. (Windows has been pre-loaded) 1. 2. Select [Next] at Found New Hardware Wizard. Check [Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended) ]then select [Next]. Insert the Software's CD. Check [Specify a location:] Under [Copy manufacturer's files ...
