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... states. No part of this booklet. 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 VGA card Due to update the information contained herein. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE...
... states. No part of this booklet. 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 VGA card Due to update the information contained herein. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE...
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... Installation 11 3.1.1. Utilities on Driver CD 15 3.1.5. Appendix 37 5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS 37 5.1.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 38 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Software Installation 11 3.1. Driver Installation ...13 3.1.4. Troubleshooting Tips 36 5. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 35 4. Features ...3 1.2. Hardware Installation 4 2.1. Reflash BIOS in MS...
... Installation 11 3.1.1. Utilities on Driver CD 15 3.1.5. Appendix 37 5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS 37 5.1.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 38 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Software Installation 11 3.1. Driver Installation ...13 3.1.4. Troubleshooting Tips 36 5. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 35 4. Features ...3 1.2. Hardware Installation 4 2.1. Reflash BIOS in MS...
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Board Layout 1. 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 Hardware Installation 2.1. VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV-Out DVI-I to D-Sub Connector GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 4 - English 2.
Board Layout 1. 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 Hardware Installation 2.1. VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) TV-Out DVI-I to D-Sub Connector GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 4 - English 2.
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... bag that came with the components whenever the components are no shipping and handling damages on your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 6 - If you work on the card before handling computer components. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN...
... bag that came with the components whenever the components are no shipping and handling damages on your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 6 - If you work on the card before handling computer components. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN...
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..., remove the metal cover from the slot; Plug the display cable into your new graphics card: 1. Please refer to the appropriate connector, as shown below... GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 8 - then turn on the computer and monitor. Locate one PCI Express x 16 slot. To VGA Monitor To Flat Panel Display To TV...
..., remove the metal cover from the slot; Plug the display cable into your new graphics card: 1. Please refer to the appropriate connector, as shown below... GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 8 - then turn on the computer and monitor. Locate one PCI Express x 16 slot. To VGA Monitor To Flat Panel Display To TV...
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GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 10 - When using Silent Pipe II graphics cards to set up a CrossFire configuration, please do close your system chassis in order to motherboard .... 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 die-casting forming...
GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 10 - When using Silent Pipe II graphics cards to set up a CrossFire configuration, please do close your system chassis in order to motherboard .... 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 die-casting forming...
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... button. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately. Click the Install DirectX 9 item. Step 4. Step 3. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Note: For software MPEG support in Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP, you must install DirectX first. Step 2.
... button. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately. Click the Install DirectX 9 item. Step 4. Step 3. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Note: For software MPEG support in Windows® 2000 or Windows® XP, you must install DirectX first. Step 2.
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... or Custom icon. Windows installings the components. Step 3. When autorun window show up , click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon X1600 Series) item. Click Yes button. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 14 - English B. Step 2. Step 1. Setp 4.
... or Custom icon. Windows installings the components. Step 3. When autorun window show up , click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon X1600 Series) item. Click Yes button. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 14 - English B. Step 2. Step 1. Setp 4.
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Then the Hydravision Install is completed. Click the Yes button. Step 4. Step 6. Click the Next button. Step 3. Step 5. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Click the Next button. Click the Finish button to restart computer. Windows installings the components. English Install Hydravision : Click the Hydravision Install item. Click the Next button. Step 2.
Then the Hydravision Install is completed. Click the Yes button. Step 4. Step 6. Click the Next button. Step 3. Step 5. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Click the Next button. Click the Finish button to restart computer. Windows installings the components. English Install Hydravision : Click the Hydravision Install item. Click the Next button. Step 2.
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GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 18 - 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" item, and then click Settings....Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. 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. Click the VGA Information item into the "VGA Info" and "Color...
GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 18 - 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" item, and then click Settings....Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. 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. Click the VGA Information item into the "VGA Info" and "Color...
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... (refer to Fig. 3). Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to quickly and easily tailor your graphics card settings. Fig. 3 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Or you work. You can : • arrange and rearrange monitors. • assign Hot Key shortcuts. • create up to 9 virtual desktops...
... (refer to Fig. 3). Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to quickly and easily tailor your graphics card settings. Fig. 3 GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Or you work. You can : • arrange and rearrange monitors. • assign Hot Key shortcuts. • create up to 9 virtual desktops...
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... adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box. 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 that you connect your CRT display to the DVI connector on the card using... information of display adapter, color, the range of display area, and the refresh rate. 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 - English 3.1.6.
... adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box. 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 that you connect your CRT display to the DVI connector on the card using... information of display adapter, color, the range of display area, and the refresh rate. 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 - English 3.1.6.
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Advanced View The Advanced view provides access to the advanced features on each main page. The Custom view is launched for the first time. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Standard View The Standard view is the default view when CATALYST Control Center is recommended for novice users. The left navigation pane ...
Advanced View The Advanced view provides access to the advanced features on each main page. The Custom view is launched for the first time. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Standard View The Standard view is the default view when CATALYST Control Center is recommended for novice users. The left navigation pane ...
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Help Contents ... Graphics Software Graphics Hardware GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Go to access the comprehensive online help, register your product, or generate a problem report should you require technical support. Information Center The ...
Help Contents ... Graphics Software Graphics Hardware GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Go to access the comprehensive online help, register your product, or generate a problem report should you require technical support. Information Center The ...
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... also adjust the hori zontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. English Monitor Properties1 : Monitor Attributes Monitor Attributes provides information about the attached monitor. 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...
... also adjust the hori zontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. English Monitor Properties1 : Monitor Attributes Monitor Attributes provides information about the attached monitor. 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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... edges of three-dimensional curved objects or objects with applications that display highly detailed scenes, backgrounds, and textured objects, like those seen in CAD applications. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Your display will automatically adjust to configure anisotropic filtering, use the Let the Application Decide option. If you are unsure of...
... edges of three-dimensional curved objects or objects with applications that display highly detailed scenes, backgrounds, and textured objects, like those seen in CAD applications. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Your display will automatically adjust to configure anisotropic filtering, use the Let the Application Decide option. If you are unsure of...
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... of the shader programs, more complex effects can be created to accurately model the visual properties of Pixel Shaders, which translates into better rendering performance. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 30 - All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the principal 3D features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing...
... of the shader programs, more complex effects can be created to accurately model the visual properties of Pixel Shaders, which translates into better rendering performance. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 30 - All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the principal 3D features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing...
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... or use the Video Wizard to configure your changes before applying them. Adjustments Use AvivoTM Video Adjustments to set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Use Theater Mode to manually set aspect ratio and overlay display mode. English AvivoTM Video : Use the AvivoTM Video aspect to...
... or use the Video Wizard to configure your changes before applying them. Adjustments Use AvivoTM Video Adjustments to set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Use Theater Mode to manually set aspect ratio and overlay display mode. English AvivoTM Video : Use the AvivoTM Video aspect to...
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... access and adjustment. VPU Recover : VPU Recover enables the ATI display driver to detect when the graphics processor stops responding to reset the graphics hardware. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 34 - When this happens, the display driver attempts to display-driver instructions. Enable VPU Recover Prepare an error report if VPU Recover...
... access and adjustment. VPU Recover : VPU Recover enables the ATI display driver to detect when the graphics processor stops responding to reset the graphics hardware. GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 34 - When this happens, the display driver attempts to display-driver instructions. Enable VPU Recover Prepare an error report if VPU Recover...
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....) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 36 - Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you installed the graphics driver. Make sure...
....) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-RX16P256D(DE)-RH Graphics Accelerator - 36 - Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you installed the graphics driver. Make sure...