Video-PX7300 series nVIDIA GeForceTM 7300 series User's Manual Version 1.00 Copyright © 2006 Jaton Corporation, USA Contents INTRODUCTION ......................................................................... 3 FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS ......................................... 4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENT .......................................................... 6 CHECK LIST ............................................................................... 6 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION...................................................... 7 DISPLAY DEVICES OUTPUT .................................................... 8 HARDWARE INSTALLATION.................................................... 9 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES .......................................................... 9 STEPS: ........................................................................................ 10 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION................................................... 11 WINDOWS® XP/2000 DRIVER INSTALLATION......................... 11 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE...................................................... 14 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) ....................................... 16 PINOUT AND SYNC FREQUENCIES ...................................... 17 ANALOG COLOR DISPLAY PINOUTS (DB 15) .................................. 17 CONVERSION TABLE: PIN ADAPTERS............................................. 17 9-TO-15 PIN CONVERSION TABLE ................................................. 18 DIGITAL VISUAL INTERFACE (DVI-I) CONNECTOR........................... 18 TECHNICAL SUPPORT................................................................... 19 HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE .......................................... 20 LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................. 22 OTHER LIMITS.............................................................................. 22 EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION ............................................................... 23 OTHER STATEMENTS.................................................................... 23 TERMS AND CONDITIONS .............................................................. 23 SERVICES AGREEMENT:................................................................ 24 ENTIRE OBLIGATION..................................................................... 24 REDUCING WARRANTY CLAIM REJECTIONS..................... 25 Introduction Video-PX7300 series video accelerators are based on nVIDIA GeForceTM 7300 core technology. The Video- PX7300 series feature the TurboCache technology. The revolutionary TurboCache technology utilizes the additional bandwidth of the PCI Express graphics bus to reach higher levels of graphics performance than traditional video memory solutions, delivering the performance and features you expect from NVIDIA graphics hardware. By allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to share the capacity and bandwidth of dedicated video memory and dynamically available system memory, TurboCache turbocharges performance and provides larger total graphics memory for entry-level PCs. Video-PX7300 series also feature NVIDIA UltraShadow II technology designed to enhance the performance of shadow-intensive games. Powered by the proven NVIDIA CineFX 4.0 engine, the fourthgeneration Intellisample technology introduces two new antialiasing modes--transparency adaptive supersampling and transparency adaptive multisampling--which increase the quality and performance of antialiasing. Through this technique, developers can create ultra realistic models that fully interact with the unique lighting of a particular environment. In addition, The NVIDIA CineFX 4.0 engine injects breakthrough graphics technology into the core levels of the vertex shader, pixel shader, and texture engines. By accelerating triangle 3 setup, crucial math elements of the pixel shader, and texture manipulations, the newest engine lets 3D graphics developers achieve new levels of performance and visual quality. A combination of a hardware video processor and video decode software, NVIDIA PureVideo technology delivers stunning video to any display. NVIDIA PureVideo supercharges your PC video viewing with high-definition video in most formats, superb picture clarity, and the ability to enhance all videos to full resolution without video noise or artifacts. Built on the foundation of the industry-renowned NVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture (UDA), Video-PX7300 series deliver unmatched compatibility with the widest range of games and applications for the ultimate "install and play" experience. Equip yourself with a VideoPX7300 series GPU so you can play your games the way it's meant to be played. Features and Specifications Video-PX7300 series Full Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 Support The standard for today's PCs and next-generation consoles enables stunning and complex effects for cinematic realism. NVIDIA GPUs offer the most complete implementation of the Shader Model 3.0 feature set--including vertex texture fetch (VTF)--to ensure top-notch compatibility and performance for all DirectX 9 applications. True High Dynamic-Range (HDR) Rendering Support The ultimate lighting effects bring environments to life for a truly immersive, ultra-reailstic experience. Based on the OpenEXR technology from Industrial Light & Magic (http://www.openexr.com/), NVIDIA's 64-bit texture implementation delivers state-of-the-art high dynamic-range (HDR) visual effects through floating point capabilities in shading, filtering, texturing, and blending. NVIDIA® TurboCacheTM Technology Shares the capacity and bandwidth of dedicated video memory and dynamically available system memory for turbocharged performance and larger total graphics memory. 4 NVIDIA® CineFX® 4.0 Engine Delivers advanced visual effects at unimaginable speeds. Full support for Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 enabling stunning and complex special effects. Next-generation shader architecture with new texture unit design streamlines texture processing for faster and smoother gameplay. PCI Express Certified Designed to run perfectly with the next-generation PCI Express bus architecture. This new bus doubles the bandwidth of AGP 8x delivering over 4GB/s in both upstream and downstream data transfers. High-Quality Scaling Allows for upscaling of a low-resolution video to HDTV resolutions (up to 1080), while maintaining a clear, clean image. Also allows for downscaling videos, including high-definition, without experiencing any annoying flicker, while preserving image detail. Integrated TV Output Provides world-class TV-out functionality. NVIDIA® ForceWare® Unified Driver Architecture (UDA) Delivers a proven record of compatibility, reliability, and stability with the widest range of games and applications. ForceWare ensures the best out-of-box experience for every user and delivers continuous performance and feature updates over the life of your NVIDIA product. nView Multi-Display Technology The NVIDIA® nView® hardware and software technology combination delivers maximum flexibility for multi-display options, and provides unprecedented end-user control of the desktop experience. NVIDIA GPUs are enabled to support multi-displays NVIDIA® Digital Vibrance Control® 3.0 Technology Allows the user to adjust color controls digitally to compensate for the lighting conditions of their workspace, in order to achieve accurate, bright colors in all conditions. OpenGL® 2.0 Optimizations and Support Ensures the best performance and application compatibility for all OpenGL applications. 5 Dual 400MHz RAMDACs Blazing-fast RAMDACs support dual QXGA displays with ultra-high, ergonomic refresh rates up to and including 2048x1536@85Hz. Single-Link DVI Support Able to drive the industry's largest and highest resolution flat-panel displays. Compatibility · · · · NVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture (UDA) Fully compliant with OpenGL including OpenGL 2.0 Microsoft DirectX 9.0 WHQL-certified for Windows XP, Windows 2000 PERFORMANCE System Requirement · · · · Intel Pentium® P4 or compatible system with PCI Express Bus (x16) Extension Slot CD-ROM drive, Quad speed or faster Hard Drive with at least 100MB Free space MS Windows® 2000/XP operating system Check List · · · · · Video-7300GS, Video-PX7300GS-256, VideoPX7300LE and Video-PX7300LE-256 Multimedia Accelerator 3" cable (TV-Out) converts MD 4pin to Composite RCA DVI to RGB converter Software & Documents CD Quick Start Guide (Printed) 6 Hardware Description Note: Low profile configuration requires 2 slots. Product name / PCB version Video-PX7300GS Video-PX7300GS-256 Video-PX7300LE Video-PX7300LE-256 82358A 82358A 82358A 82358A Core Chipset nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS nVIDIA GeForce 7300GS nVIDIA GeForce 7300LE nVIDIA GeForce 7300LE PCB Size W=6.25" 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" Memory Size 32M*16 x 2 DDR2 BGA 32M*16 x 4 DDR2 BGA 32M*16 x 2 DDR2 BGA 32M*16 x 4 DDR2 BGA 128MB 256MB 128MB 256MB 7 Accessories for VGA cards are sold separately. Please go to http://Store.anvshopper.net for details. Display Devices Output 8 1. 2. 3. 4. DVI out - DVI connects to LCD display panel. DVI converts to RGB with DVI-RGB converter for Dual RGB out. TV-Out - MD4 connector converts S-Video to RCA Composite Output or direct connects S-Video to TV set. RGB out - DB15 VGA connector to analog monitor. Hardware Installation Installation Procedures 9 !! 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 goldfingered 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 adapter-retaining bracket in place. Replace the computer cover. Secure the cover with the mounting screws you removed in Step 3. 4. 5. 6. You have now completed the installation of your new graphics adapter on your system. Upgrade Steps: Add or change your video adapter to an existing system, you may precede a few steps before you install the new hardware and software (video display driver). The followings are some of the considerations: 10 1. To add a new adapter, ensure the mainboard has available IRQ for new devices, and there is no conflict between each other. 2. If you try adding this video adapter to an ALL-IN-ONE mainboard (which video port built-in already), then you have to disable that port first. Otherwise, that will be a problem for the new video adapter setup. 3. The driver installation for system upgrade is the same as below, if error occurs when you proceed to step 1, 2 or 3, please consult with your system dealer or the existing hardware manufacturer support. Software Installation Windows® XP/2000 Driver Installation InstallShield® Program: Microsoft Windows® XP/2000 detects this new hardware and places appropriate display driver from its system folder automatically - it doesn't matter if you have added a new driver or changed the existing one. To maximize the video board acceleration and increase its performance, you may install the manufacturer's display driver as follows: 11 1. Autorun feature brings-up the "Welcome Screen", and you may point to "Display Driver" and then press on it. 2. Microsoft InstallShield® Wizard has start loading its setup process; please wait until it has completed. 12 3. Click on "Next" to continue the process. 4. The Windows system will copy all driver files from source media to your local hard disk; please wait until the process has completed. 13 5. Click on "Finish" to restart your computer, the new display driver will be in place after Windows boots-up. Notice: We believe that the all the installation steps mentioned above are clear from manufacturer software's CD to your operating system. Any procedures other than these processes have not been specified. Technical Assistance Q: Why is the display shifted or changed sizes when I switch display modes? Explain and Su ...