3Dlabs, Inc. Wildcat III 6210 and Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Card User’s Guide 3Dlabs®, Inc. 480 Potrero Avenue Sunnyvale, CA 94086 408 - 530 - 4700 www.3dlabs.
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CONTENTS Chapter 1– Introduction ......................................................................................................1 Welcome to 3Dlabs! ........................................................................................................2 System Requirements ......................................................................................................2 Features......................................................................................................................
Enabling Multiview and Genlock on the Wildcat III 6210............................................24 Enabling Multiview features ................................................................................................................... 25 Confirming multiview cables are detected .............................................................................................. 25 Enabling genlock features ...................................................................................................
CHAPTER 1– INTRODUCTION 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Introduction Welcome to 3Dlabs! Thank you for selecting a 3Dlabs® WildcatTM III Graphics Accelerator Card! This User Guide is designed to provide information about Wildcat III 6210 and Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Cards. In addition to this guide, you are strongly encouraged to use the online help included in the 3Dlabs driver software Help screens.
Introduction Features Card Interface AGP Pro 50 card designed for systems that have a 50-watt AGP Pro slot. NOTE: THE WILDCAT III 6210 OR WILDCAT III 6110 CANNOT PLUG INTO A STANDARD AGP SLOT. Video Memory Wildcat III 6210 Frame Buffer: 128 MB DDR memory Texture Buffer: 256 MB DDR memory DirectBurst: 32 MB Graphics Controller High-speed Wildcat III chipset technology with dual display support.
Introduction Features, cont. Texture Modes OpenGL (1.
Introduction Features, cont.
CHAPTER 2 – SETUP 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Software Configuration Preparing for Installation NOTE: If you purchased your Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Card as part of a system, it was installed and configured prior to shipment. The following instructions for hardware installation are necessary only if you purchased a customer kit or need to reinstall your video card. Before you begin your installation 1. Save any work in progress and exit any open applications.
Software Configuration 4. Remove the cover from your system so you can access the slots into which you will be installing your Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Card. If you have not already removed any existing graphics card(s) from your system, then do so now. 5. If necessary, remove the back panel covers from the slots into which you are installing your Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Card, using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Software Configuration 8. Place the card into the correct slots and seat firmly. See your system documentation for instructions on securing the card to the chassis. Loose cards and connections can cause grounding and operating problems. 9. Remove the anti-static wrist strap, if used, and replace the cover on your system. 10. Reconnect the power cord.
Software Configuration If you are upgrading the graphics card in your system NOTE: 1. 2. 3. These instructions may be different than how you normally upgrade your graphics card or other devices, but have been found to be the best method of insuring a successful installation of your new hardware and software. Uninstall the drivers for your old graphics card. Refer to your old graphics card’s documentation or Help files for instructions on removing or uninstalling the old graphics card’s driver software.
Software Configuration Connecting a DVI monitor 1. Make sure the power to the computer is turned off. 2. See the documentation that came with your monitor for information on the type of connection that is required. Your monitor cable will have either a Digital Video Interface (DVI)-I connector or a 15-pin VGA connector depending on monitor type. If your monitor is a VGA monitor see “Connecting a VGA monitor” in this chapter. 3.
Software Configuration Connecting a VGA monitor NOTE: You must use a DVI-to-Analog adapter to connect a VGA monitor to the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110. Contact Molex (1-800-78MOLEX) for a “DVI-Analog to VGA” cable (88741-8300) or a “DVI-Analog Plug to VGA Receptacle” dongle adapter (88741-8700). 1. Connect the monitor’s 15-pin VGA connector to the VGA end (see below) of the DVI-to-Analog adapter. 2.
Software Configuration Attaching a Stereo Device Power off your system and connect the stereo hardware to the round, stereo connector on the card. See the documentation that came with your stereo hardware for information on how to use stereoscopic display. Plug in and start up your system, including peripherals, and log on to your operating system. NOTE: To configure the display settings for stereo display, see Chapter 3, “Using the Video Card” for step-by-step instructions.
Software Configuration Removing an existing driver under Windows NT 1. Log on to Windows NT using an account with administrative privileges. Please consult your system administrator or Microsoft Windows NT User's Manual for more information on Administrator privileges. 2. From the operating system Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel and double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3. On the Add/Remove Programs Properties Install/Uninstall tab, highlight the Display Driver you are removing and click Add/Remove.
Software Configuration Installing the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 driver 1. This driver must be installed by a user with Windows Administrator privileges. Please consult your system administrator or Microsoft operating systems User's Manual for more information on Administrator privileges. 2. Start Windows. If the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel to dismiss the dialog box. In Windows XP, dismiss the balloon asking if you want Windows XP to set your resolution. 3.
Software Configuration Verify the Default Video Display Driver Verifying under Windows NT 1. From the operating system Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/Display, and click the Settings tab on the Display Properties dialog box. 2. Click Display Type, then verify that two Wildcat devices are listed under Display. This indicates that the appropriate driver is installed. 3. Click Cancel to close the Display Properties dialog box. Verifying under Windows 2000 1.
Software Configuration Verify the System Startup Version Verifying under Windows NT 1. From the operating system Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/System. 2. Click the Startup/Shutdown tab. 3. Verify that Windows NT Workstation Version 4.0 is selected in the Startup list. If it is not, select it from the list and click Apply. NOTE: Do not select the VGA version of the operating system. The video display runs in VGA mode when the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 graphics driver is not running.
Software Configuration Registering Your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card When you register your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card you: Activate your warranty Receive notification of software updates Qualify for technical support You can complete the registration card and return it to us in the mail, or register on-line once your hardware and software installations are complete. (You must have Internet access to register on-line.) 1. Open your Internet browser. 2. Go to http://www.3dlabs.
CHAPTER 3 – SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Software Configuration The 3Dlabs Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 Driver The 3Dlabs Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 driver software allows you to optimize the working relationship between your card, your system, and your applications. This chapter contains instructions for configuring the video display, stereo display, and dual monitors.
Software Configuration 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Software Configuration Using the Wildcat Monitor tab 1. On the Display Properties dialog box, click the Wildcat Monitor tab. This tab contains commands for adjusting the resolution, color depth, and refresh rate. See the steps under Using the Wildcat Configuration tab if you need instructions on opening the Display Properties dialog box. 2. Click Color Calibration to modify the color settings.
Software Configuration 3. On the Wildcat Monitor Display Properties dialog box, click Configure Monitor to change the display mode, select a monitor type, or change the resolution/refresh rate. Once you have made the changes you require, click OK to accept the new configuration and dismiss the Configure Monitor dialog box or Cancel to reset to the default settings. You are returned to the Wildcat Monitor Display Properties dialog box. 4. Click OK on the Display Properties dialog box to accept the changes.
Software Configuration Enabling stereo display If you connect a device to the stereo port on the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110, you must change the display mode to view in stereo. See Chapter 2, “Setup,” for an illustration of the stereo output port. 1. Make sure your stereo display device is properly connected to the stereo output port on the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110. See Chapter 2, “Connecting a Stereo Display Device” for more information. 2.
Software Configuration Enabling Multiview features 1. Insert one end of a shielded DB-9 cable into the Multiview Out port of the first workstation. This workstation becomes the “Master.” 2. Insert the other end of the cable into the Multiview In port of the second workstation. This workstation becomes a “Slave.” 3. If connecting more than two workstations, continue linking workstations to one another by connecting the Multiview Out port of one workstation to the Multiview In port of the next.
Software Configuration Configuring Dual Monitors The Wildcat III 6210 and Wildcat III 6110 feature support for dual monitors under Windows 2000 or Windows XP (but not under Windows NT). The dual monitor feature allows two monitors — either two digital, two analog (with an adapter), or a combination of digital and analog — to be connected to the card so the display area stretches across both monitors. Enabling the Dual Monitor Feature 1.
Software Configuration Adjusting colors or resolutions of either monitor 1. Click the icon for that monitor or select the monitor from the pulldown menu under Display. 2. With the monitor to adjust selected, click Advanced. Select Wildcat Monitor and make changes to the Colors or Screen area. Click OK. 3. Select the other monitor icon or select from the pulldown menu under Display to change the color or resolution of the other monitor.
Software Configuration Optimizing the Wildcat Driver Refer to the documentation that came with your application for information on optimization support. If your application supports optimized configurations, you can choose to enable the application manufacturer’s pre-set configurations or create your own. Enabling application-specific optimizations 1. Right click on the Windows desktop (or left click if you’ve altered the default mouse setup) and choose Properties from the menu.
Software Configuration Creating a Custom Optimization 1. Right click on the Windows desktop (or left click if you’ve altered the default mouse setup) and choose Properties from the menu. Click the Settings tab, then click Advanced. 2. Under the Wildcat Configuration tab, select Configuration Wizard. Click Next to continue. 3. Select New Configuration on the pulldown menu, then click Next. 4.
CHAPTER 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have trouble using your 3Dlabs Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 Graphics Accelerator Card or a 3D application, you may find the answer to your problem in the following sections. Always start your problem- solving efforts with the simplest solution and work up to the more complex ones. Monitors and Display Resolutions Problem: My monitor is either blank, or the displayed image is distorted, scrambled or smaller than I expected.
Troubleshooting Obtaining a Usable Video Resolution The system operates in VGA mode when the video display driver is not running to accommodate all monitor types. VGA mode is used during initial installation of the video display driver and when experiencing video problems. If you select a resolution that causes the monitor to display incorrectly, try the following proceedures to obtain a usable video resolution.
Troubleshooting Reinstalling the Video Driver NOTE: You must have the correct driver for the your operating system. If you are unsure, refer to the README.TXT file located on the driver delivery media for this information. Refer to Microsoft Windows documentation and online Help for more information on installing drivers and software application programs. If you are installing the Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 driver, you must remove the current driver prior to installing the update.
Troubleshooting Reinstalling the video driver 1. Log on using an account that has administrative privileges. 2. From the operating system Start menu in Windows NT and Windows 2000, go to Settings, Control Panel, System. In Windows XP, go to Start, Control Panel, Performance and Maintenance, System 3. Under System, click the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Manager, click Display Adapters, then select Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110. 5.
APPENDIX A – SPECIFICATIONS 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Specifications A Specifications General Manufacturer Model number Functional System 3Dlabs Wildcat III 6210 or Wildcat III 6110 NOTE: IF YOU ORDERED THIS VIDEO CARD WITH A SYSTEM, IT WAS PREINSTALLED AND CONFIGURED FOR USE IN YOUR SYSTEM PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.
Specifications Maximum Supported Resolutions NOTE: THESE ARE MAXIMUM SUPPORTED MONITOR RESOLUTIONS AND REFRESH RATES. RESOLUTIONS AND REFRESH RATES MAY VARY DEPENDING ON YOUR MONITOR. NOTE: SUPERSCENE ANTIALIASING IS AVAILABLE AT RESOLUTIONS UNDER 1152 X 864 ON A SINGLE DISPLAY Wildcat III 6210 Supported Screen Resolutions (true color, double-buffered) Stereo SuperScene Max.
Specifications Maximum Supported Resolutions (cont’) NOTE: THESE ARE MAXIMUM SUPPORTED MONITOR RESOLUTIONS AND REFRESH RATES. RESOLUTIONS AND REFRESH RATES MAY VARY DEPENDING ON YOUR MONITOR. NOTE: SUPERSCENE ANTIALIASING IS AVAILABLE AT RESOLUTIONS UNDER 1152 X 864 on a single display Wildcat III 6110 Supported Screen Resolutions (true color, double-buffered) SuperScene Stereo Max.
APPENDIX B – SOFTWARE LICENSE 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Software License Agreement SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT THIS IS A LEGAL CONTRACT BETWEEN YOU, THE END USER, AND 3DLABS, INC. BY USING THE SOFTWARE ACCOMPANYING THIS GUIDE OR PRE- INSTALLED ON YOUR SYSTEM, YOU ARE ACCEPTING AND AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.
Software License Agreement Limited Warranty 3Dlabs, Inc. warrants that the SOFTWARE AND FEATURES licensed to you under this AGREEMENT will perform in accordance with 3Dlabs, Inc. published specifications for use on the same operating system as used by you at the time of purchase of the SOFTWARE or the system on which the SOFTWARE is initially mounted or installed (WARRANTY) for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of delivery to you as evidenced by your receipt (WARRANTY PERIOD).
Software License Agreement Termination You may terminate the license granted hereunder at any time by destroying all copies, [mergers or modifications] of the SOFTWARE, FEATURES and accompanying materials. 3Dlabs, Inc. may immediately terminate the license granted to you hereunder upon notice for failure to comply with the terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT. Upon such termination, you agree to destroy all copies, mergers and modifications of the SOFTWARE and FEATURES and accompanying documents.
APPENDIX C – REGULATORY STATEMENTS 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: 3Dlabs Ltd – Wildcat Division Huntsville, Alabama, USA. 35824 declares that the product Wildcat III 6110/6210 Graphics Accelerator Card Product Name: conforms to the following product specifications: EMC Following provisions of the 89/336/EEC Directive Specification Class / Level EN 55022:1994 (CISPR 22 limits) Class B EN 55022:1994 (CISPR 22 limits) Class B 47 CFR Part 15,Subpart B (ANSI C63.
APPENDIX D – TERMS AND DEFINITIONS 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Terms and Definitions Terms and Definitions AGP Advanced Graphics Port. A dedicated graphics bus that transfers data at significantly higher speeds than the PCI bus. Alpha Blending This means to create transparent objects by allowing for the blending of pixels to simulate the transparency characteristics of an object. With alpha information, an object can be designed from being totally transparent to opaque.
Terms and Definitions Digital Flat Panel Display A digital, flat-panel display uses a digital (instead of analog) cable connection to transfer data to the display screen. This can eliminate some display artifacts. Flat panel displays occupy less desk space than conventional monitors. DirectX Microsoft’s APIs developed to access various system hardware. Direct 3D Microsoft’s API dedicated to 3D graphics, and a component of DirectX.
Terms and Definitions Heidi The API developed by Autodesk to work with its products, such as 3D Studio MAX and AutoCAD. MIP-Mapping (for texture processing) A feature that delivers photo-realistic images by wrapping 2D bitmaps around 3D objects closely matching the texture to the object. MIP-Mapping allows different versions of a texture to be used for objects of different sizes. It also enables faster performance as textures do not need to be scaled in real time.
Terms and Definitions Stencil Buffer Similar to stipple masking, the stencil buffer assists with the creation of transparent effects. Stipple masking A technique that spatially creates transparent effects by rendering an object through various patterns. Streaming SIMD An instruction set developed by Intel for Pentium -processor based systems. Streaming SIMD can improve 3D vertex transformation and lighting, among other operations.
INDEX 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card User's Guide
Index API, 48, 49, 50 Attaching a stereo device, 13 Configuration tab Display properties, 20 Configuring the display, 20 connecting a DVI monitor, 11 connecting a VGA monitor, 12 Creating a custom optimization, 29 Determining a defective unit, 32 Diagnostics, 31 Display Dual monitors, 26 Monoscopic, 24 Stereo, 24 Stereoscopic, 24 Display properties Configuration tab, 20 Configuring, 20 Monitor tab, 22 Drivers Installing, 13 Dual monitor display, 26 DVI monitor connecting, 11 Enabling application-specific o
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