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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary x ROG ThunderFX specifications summary xv Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary x ROG ThunderFX specifications summary xv Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
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...® technologies 7-1 7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 7-1 7.1.1 Intel® Smart Response Technology 7-3 7.1.2 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 7-4 7.1.3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 7-10 Chapter 8: ThunderFX 8-1 8.1 Hardware introduction 8-1 8.1.1 Front panel 8-1 8.1.2 Rear panel 8-3 8.2 Connecting your devices 8-4 8.2.1 Connecting to PC 8-5 8.2.2 Connecting to PlayStation3 8-6 8.2.3 Connecting to Xbox 360 8-8 8.2.4 Connecting to iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3...
...® technologies 7-1 7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 7-1 7.1.1 Intel® Smart Response Technology 7-3 7.1.2 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 7-4 7.1.3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 7-10 Chapter 8: ThunderFX 8-1 8.1 Hardware introduction 8-1 8.1.1 Front panel 8-1 8.1.2 Rear panel 8-3 8.2 Connecting your devices 8-4 8.2.1 Connecting to PC 8-5 8.2.2 Connecting to PlayStation3 8-6 8.2.3 Connecting to Xbox 360 8-8 8.2.4 Connecting to iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3...
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...8226; Chapter 7: Intel® technologies This chapter tells how to install the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies. • Chapter 8: ThunderFX This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support... configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. viii About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for...
...8226; Chapter 7: Intel® technologies This chapter tells how to install the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies. • Chapter 8: ThunderFX This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support... configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. viii About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for...
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xv Xbox 360) Built-in high fidelity headphone amplifier Up to change without notice. ROG ThunderFX specifications summary Audio Performance Special Features I/O Ports Dimensions Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 114dB Digital-to-analog converter: 120dB SNR, 107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/...
xv Xbox 360) Built-in high fidelity headphone amplifier Up to change without notice. ROG ThunderFX specifications summary Audio Performance Special Features I/O Ports Dimensions Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 114dB Digital-to-analog converter: 120dB SNR, 107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/...
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...Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V FORMULA ROG ThunderFX* 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x SLI bridge 1 x Xbox 360 voice input cable (2.5mm)** 1 x Dual-head USB cable** 1 x ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm-to... ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Diablo III mousepad** 1 x ROG logo sticker** ROG motherboard support DVD User guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • *ThunderFX is only available in selected models. ...
...Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V FORMULA ROG ThunderFX* 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x SLI bridge 1 x Xbox 360 voice input cable (2.5mm)** 1 x Dual-head USB cable** 1 x ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm-to... ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Diablo III mousepad** 1 x ROG logo sticker** ROG motherboard support DVD User guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • *ThunderFX is only available in selected models. ...
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... 3x faster video conversion of NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards while retaining the graphics cards' high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance. ThunderFX ThunderFX is a set of a discrete graphics card with fast computing iGPU (Integrated Graphics Processing Unit). Its 300-ohm amplified headphone and ...crisp, warm sound. The newly-designed Virtual VSync eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you to easily frag your frags comes first. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with the existing SupremeFX innovation such as the Red Line physical PCB separation, and EMI shield, SupremeFX sets an ...
... 3x faster video conversion of NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards while retaining the graphics cards' high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance. ThunderFX ThunderFX is a set of a discrete graphics card with fast computing iGPU (Integrated Graphics Processing Unit). Its 300-ohm amplified headphone and ...crisp, warm sound. The newly-designed Virtual VSync eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you to easily frag your frags comes first. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with the existing SupremeFX innovation such as the Red Line physical PCB separation, and EMI shield, SupremeFX sets an ...
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Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-1 ThunderFX 8.1 Hardware introduction 8.1.1 Front panel 8 12 3 4 5 6 78 1 Power LED Indicates that the ThunderFX is turned on and connected to a PC, PS3, or Xbox 360. • Before initialization, the LED light does not light up when connecting the ThunderFX to devices for the first time. • The LED light dims out when the...
Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-1 ThunderFX 8.1 Hardware introduction 8.1.1 Front panel 8 12 3 4 5 6 78 1 Power LED Indicates that the ThunderFX is turned on and connected to a PC, PS3, or Xbox 360. • Before initialization, the LED light does not light up when connecting the ThunderFX to devices for the first time. • The LED light dims out when the...
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You can enable ENC function though the ThunderFX utility. PC mode • Master: Adjusts the output volume. • Voice: Adjusts the input volume. 4 Mode LED Indicates the current mode. 5 3.5mm Headphone output jack ...
You can enable ENC function though the ThunderFX utility. PC mode • Master: Adjusts the output volume. • Voice: Adjusts the input volume. 4 Mode LED Indicates the current mode. 5 3.5mm Headphone output jack ...
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Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-3 8.1.2 Rear panel 1 2 1 RCA Audio input Connects with the bundled ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm to RCA cable for analog input. 2 USB 2.0 port Use the bundled Dual-head.USB cable to section 8.2 Connecting your PC, PS3, or Xbox 360 device. For more details on connecting your devices, refer to connect the ThunderFX with your devices. It also allows you to connect with PS3 and Xbox 360 RCA ouput connectors.
Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-3 8.1.2 Rear panel 1 2 1 RCA Audio input Connects with the bundled ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm to RCA cable for analog input. 2 USB 2.0 port Use the bundled Dual-head.USB cable to section 8.2 Connecting your PC, PS3, or Xbox 360 device. For more details on connecting your devices, refer to connect the ThunderFX with your devices. It also allows you to connect with PS3 and Xbox 360 RCA ouput connectors.
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8.2 Connecting your devices Switch to the desired mode first before turning on the ThunderFX. Chapter 7 8-4 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies Select the correct headphone impedance in the utility before connecting the Dual-head USB cable.
8.2 Connecting your devices Switch to the desired mode first before turning on the ThunderFX. Chapter 7 8-4 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies Select the correct headphone impedance in the utility before connecting the Dual-head USB cable.
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The single-head end must be connected to your ThunderFX. • For power and signal stability, use both USB connections on the dual-head end for extra power under PC mode. 8.2.1 Connecting to PC • We recommend that you use the main connecting end of the Dual-head USB cable to your PC/consoles. L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUNDERENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-5
The single-head end must be connected to your ThunderFX. • For power and signal stability, use both USB connections on the dual-head end for extra power under PC mode. 8.2.1 Connecting to PC • We recommend that you use the main connecting end of the Dual-head USB cable to your PC/consoles. L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUNDERENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-5
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Go to Settings> Accessory Settings> Audio Device Settings. 2. To configure the microphone: 1. Go to Output Device and select ThunderFX. 4. Select Audio Input Connector/SCART/AV MULTI. 3. Go to continue. Configuring the PlayStation3™ To configure the sound output: 1. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-7 Select OK to Input Device and select ThunderFX. 3. Go to continue. Select OK to Settings> Sound Settings> Audio Output Settings. 2.
Go to Settings> Accessory Settings> Audio Device Settings. 2. To configure the microphone: 1. Go to Output Device and select ThunderFX. 4. Select Audio Input Connector/SCART/AV MULTI. 3. Go to continue. Configuring the PlayStation3™ To configure the sound output: 1. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-7 Select OK to Input Device and select ThunderFX. 3. Go to continue. Select OK to Settings> Sound Settings> Audio Output Settings. 2.
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Xbox 360™ connections with HDMI Use the ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV + 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect your Xbox 360 to the ThunderFX. 2 L R USB 2.0 2.5mm Xbox 1 360 voice input cable FX THUNDE R ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 Xbox 360 PS3 PC 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-9
Xbox 360™ connections with HDMI Use the ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV + 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect your Xbox 360 to the ThunderFX. 2 L R USB 2.0 2.5mm Xbox 1 360 voice input cable FX THUNDE R ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 Xbox 360 PS3 PC 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-9
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... AV + 3.5 mm to RCA cable to connect your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player to the ThunderFX MENU 4 ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5mm to your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player. • Connect the ThunderFX to RCA cable (RCA connectors) L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUN DER ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 8-10...
... AV + 3.5 mm to RCA cable to connect your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player to the ThunderFX MENU 4 ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5mm to your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player. • Connect the ThunderFX to RCA cable (RCA connectors) L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUN DER ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 8-10...
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8.3 Driver Installation Follow the instructions on the driver installation wizard to set up the ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility, then restart your computer before using the utility. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-11
8.3 Driver Installation Follow the instructions on the driver installation wizard to set up the ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility, then restart your computer before using the utility. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-11
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...website Displays the audio sample rate and sound mode of the Main Control Panel to show the settings options menu. Double-click the ASUS ThunderFX Audio icon on the left of input/output device Switch the display panel Configure the settings Volume control bar Enable ENC function* ...Activate DS3D GX** Enable SVN*** Configuration Area Chapter 7 Headphone mode/ Microphone mode Right-click to show the settings menu. 8.4 ThunderFX Utility Introduction The ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility allows you to avoid large volume fluctuations. 8-12 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies
...website Displays the audio sample rate and sound mode of the Main Control Panel to show the settings options menu. Double-click the ASUS ThunderFX Audio icon on the left of input/output device Switch the display panel Configure the settings Volume control bar Enable ENC function* ...Activate DS3D GX** Enable SVN*** Configuration Area Chapter 7 Headphone mode/ Microphone mode Right-click to show the settings menu. 8.4 ThunderFX Utility Introduction The ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility allows you to avoid large volume fluctuations. 8-12 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies