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.... The author assumes no responsibility for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states. GV-RX16P256D-RH/ GV-RX16P256DE-RH Radeon X1600 Pro Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 102 12MD-RX16P2DR-102R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may void the warranty of this... be out of date before publication of this document nor does the author make a commitment to update the information contained herein. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT").
.... The author assumes no responsibility for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states. GV-RX16P256D-RH/ GV-RX16P256DE-RH Radeon X1600 Pro Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 102 12MD-RX16P2DR-102R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may void the warranty of this... be out of date before publication of this document nor does the author make a commitment to update the information contained herein. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT").
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... Installation 7 3. English Table of Contents 1. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 35 4. Operating System Requirement 11 3.1.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 38 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Features ...3 1.2. Hardware Installation 4 2.1. Software Installation 11 3.1.
... Installation 7 3. English Table of Contents 1. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 35 4. Operating System Requirement 11 3.1.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 38 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Features ...3 1.2. Hardware Installation 4 2.1. Software Installation 11 3.1.
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Board Layout 1. Hardware Installation 2.1. VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV-Out DVI-I to D-Sub Connector GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 4 - GV-RX16P256D-RH VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV_Out DVI-I Connector OR Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor VGA Output HDTV NTSC / PAL TV Projector Digital LCD Monitor Y Pr Pb/AV Output S-Video Output DVI Output Analog LCD Monitor VGA Output DVI-I Connector English 2.
Board Layout 1. Hardware Installation 2.1. VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV-Out DVI-I to D-Sub Connector GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 4 - GV-RX16P256D-RH VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV_Out DVI-I Connector OR Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor VGA Output HDTV NTSC / PAL TV Projector Digital LCD Monitor Y Pr Pb/AV Output S-Video Output DVI Output Analog LCD Monitor VGA Output DVI-I Connector English 2.
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.... Shipping and handling may cause damage to ensure your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON THE CARD. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on a grounded anti-static mat. The operator...
.... Shipping and handling may cause damage to ensure your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON THE CARD. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on a grounded anti-static mat. The operator...
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...; then turn on the computer and monitor. If necessary, remove the metal cover from the slot; Replace the screws to next chapter for detailed instructions. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the installation of the graphics card is securely inserted. 2. Please refer to fasten...
...; then turn on the computer and monitor. If necessary, remove the metal cover from the slot; Replace the screws to next chapter for detailed instructions. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the installation of the graphics card is securely inserted. 2. Please refer to fasten...
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...For more information about the hardware configuration of chassis and spreads out the surplus heat efficiently, creating natural system convection. English GIGABYTE Silent Pipe II Features: The GV-RX16P256DE-RH are powered by GIGABYTE's Silent Pipe II technology, which provides the following features: • Proprietary front-flow thermal module • High-precision ...Design for heavy 3D performance loading • Integrated architecture design Cool Air Precautions: The Silent-Pipe II technology features the silent heatpipe design. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 10 -
...For more information about the hardware configuration of chassis and spreads out the surplus heat efficiently, creating natural system convection. English GIGABYTE Silent Pipe II Features: The GV-RX16P256DE-RH are powered by GIGABYTE's Silent Pipe II technology, which provides the following features: • Proprietary front-flow thermal module • High-precision ...Design for heavy 3D performance loading • Integrated architecture design Cool Air Precautions: The Silent-Pipe II technology features the silent heatpipe design. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 10 -
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... window show up, click the Install DirectX 9 item. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Note: For software MPEG support in Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP, you must install DirectX first. Step 3. Click the...
... window show up, click the Install DirectX 9 item. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Note: For software MPEG support in Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP, you must install DirectX first. Step 3. Click the...
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... Install Display Drivers (Radeon X1600 Series) item. Step 2. Click Yes button. Step 5. Click Express or Custom icon. Click the Finish button to restart computer. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Then the driver installation is completed. Driver installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you...
... Install Display Drivers (Radeon X1600 Series) item. Step 2. Click Yes button. Step 5. Click Express or Custom icon. Click the Finish button to restart computer. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Then the driver installation is completed. Driver installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you...
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Click the Next button. Windows installings the components. Click the Finish button to restart computer. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Step 3. Click the Yes button. Step 5. Step 2. Then the Hydravision Install is completed. English Install Hydravision : Click the Hydravision Install item. Step 4. Click the Next button. Click the Next button. Step 6.
Click the Next button. Windows installings the components. Click the Finish button to restart computer. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Step 3. Click the Yes button. Step 5. Step 2. Then the Hydravision Install is completed. English Install Hydravision : Click the Hydravision Install item. Step 4. Click the Next button. Click the Next button. Step 6.
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You can link to change your display settings. Click "Advanced" after clicking Settings. Click the appropriate tab to GIGABYTE website for updated information about the graphics accelerator, latest drivers, and other functions. You may click the "Display Properties" ... the VGA Information item into the "VGA Info" and "Color Adjust" tabs. English 3.1.5. Right-clicking this icon opens the GIGABYTE control panel, showing a menu composed of shortcut of the display drivers, you will find a GIGABYTE icon on the taskbar's status area. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 18 -
You can link to change your display settings. Click "Advanced" after clicking Settings. Click the appropriate tab to GIGABYTE website for updated information about the graphics accelerator, latest drivers, and other functions. You may click the "Display Properties" ... the VGA Information item into the "VGA Info" and "Color Adjust" tabs. English 3.1.5. Right-clicking this icon opens the GIGABYTE control panel, showing a menu composed of shortcut of the display drivers, you will find a GIGABYTE icon on the taskbar's status area. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 18 -
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You can right-click on ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center icon to select HYDRAVISIONTM> HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to Fig. 1). Fig. 3 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to Fig. 3). It allows you work. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 HYDRAVISIONTM : HYDRAVISION ...
You can right-click on ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center icon to select HYDRAVISIONTM> HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to Fig. 1). Fig. 3 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to Fig. 3). It allows you work. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 HYDRAVISIONTM : HYDRAVISION ...
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... 3.1.6. Display Properties pages To access Display Properties pages, right-click the GIGABYTE icon on the taskbar and select Display Properties or right-click on the card. - 21 - Display Matrix Model CRT+TV(Note) CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Yes Yes Yes No (Note) The CRT+TV configuration requires...
... 3.1.6. Display Properties pages To access Display Properties pages, right-click the GIGABYTE icon on the taskbar and select Display Properties or right-click on the card. - 21 - Display Matrix Model CRT+TV(Note) CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Yes Yes Yes No (Note) The CRT+TV configuration requires...
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... Standard view is launched for experienced users who want to quickly perform tasks such as Ctrl, Alt, or Shift, and any letter from the alphabet. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Standard View The Standard view is the default view when CATALYST Control Center is recommended for experienced users. A Hotkey is recommended...
... Standard view is launched for experienced users who want to quickly perform tasks such as Ctrl, Alt, or Shift, and any letter from the alphabet. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Standard View The Standard view is the default view when CATALYST Control Center is recommended for experienced users. A Hotkey is recommended...
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....com About CATALYST Control Center ... Search Help ... The CATALYST Control Center Help feature offers the following options: Help for this Page ... Graphics Software Graphics Hardware GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 24 -
....com About CATALYST Control Center ... Search Help ... The CATALYST Control Center Help feature offers the following options: Help for this Page ... Graphics Software Graphics Hardware GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 24 -
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... the hori zontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. Monitor Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to determine the limits for the resolution and refresh rate. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) uses the information provided by the attached monitor to resize and reposi tion the computer desktop...
... the hori zontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. Monitor Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to determine the limits for the resolution and refresh rate. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) uses the information provided by the attached monitor to resize and reposi tion the computer desktop...
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... highly detailed scenes, backgrounds, and textured objects, like those seen in conjunction with applications that have three-dimensional perspective and fade away into the background. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 28 - It works best when used in 3D games. Your display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Anisotropic filtering can be...
... highly detailed scenes, backgrounds, and textured objects, like those seen in conjunction with applications that have three-dimensional perspective and fade away into the background. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 28 - It works best when used in 3D games. Your display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Anisotropic filtering can be...
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... it is not necessary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is already known or understood. With support for up to the display device. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 30 - You can change the settings for quick access and adjustment.
... it is not necessary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is already known or understood. With support for up to the display device. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 30 - You can change the settings for quick access and adjustment.
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... Settings To quickly adjust your video settings choose one of the video presets or use the Video Wizard to configure your changes before applying them. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Adjustments Use AvivoTM Video Adjustments to set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. Preview your display devices. Use Theater Mode to...
... Settings To quickly adjust your video settings choose one of the video presets or use the Video Wizard to configure your changes before applying them. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Adjustments Use AvivoTM Video Adjustments to set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. Preview your display devices. Use Theater Mode to...
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... it is not necessary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is activated, to generate an error report that you to ATI via e-mail. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 34 - English All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the prin cipal Video features onto a single page, without requiring a system...
... it is not necessary to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is activated, to generate an error report that you to ATI via e-mail. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 34 - English All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the prin cipal Video features onto a single page, without requiring a system...
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... troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is seated properly in the PCI Express x 16 slot. Make sure that the display cable is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 36 - For more advanced troubleshooting information. When the Windows...
... troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is seated properly in the PCI Express x 16 slot. Make sure that the display cable is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 36 - For more advanced troubleshooting information. When the Windows...