R AGP-V264GT3/PAL/NTSC AGP Graphics Cards USER’S MANUAL Hardware & Video Drivers
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CONTENTS I. Introduction ...................................................................................... 7 Item Checklist .................................................................................. 7 Video Features ................................................................................. 7 II. Features ........................................................................................... 8 Operating System Requirements .....................................................
CONTENTS VI. Video Player ................................................................................. 35 Windows Video Player ................................................................... 35 Features .......................................................................................... 35 Playing Audio CDs (Only in window 95) ......................... 36 Playing Media Files ........................................................... 37 Playing Interactive Discs (Video CD 2.0) ...............
FCC & DOC COMPLIANCE Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
I. Introduction I. Introduction (Checklist) The AGP-V264GT3 is a graphics controller that integrate 3D, 2D, video accelerators, palette DAC, and quadruple clock synthesizer into a single chip. The AGP-V264GT3 delivers superior texture mapping performance for 3D games, 3D Web browsing, TV quality video scaling for MPEG playback, industry-leading mach64 2D performance, video expansion capability for video conferencing, and other applications.
II. Features II. Features (Specifications) Video Accelerator • Filtered horizontal and vertical scalers for TV-quality, full-screen and full-motion video playback • Integrated video line buffers support filtered video scaling • Color interpolation during scaling for improved high resolution video quality • Supports AMC for additional video capabilities such as: optional TV tuner card available for video capture, video phone, TV overlay, or TV tuner applications.
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II. Features Resolution Table When discussing color depth, 8 bits per pixel (8bpp) is the same as 256 colors and 16bpp = 65, 536 colors, 24bpp = 16.7 million, and 32bpp = 16.7 million colors. The following is a table for the maximum refresh rates under the specified memory configuration. Determine the resolution and color that is supported by the graphics card’s memory. See “Memory Upgrade” on the next page if necessary. Max. Refresh Rates II.
III. Hardware Installation The ASUS AGP-V264GT3 Graphics Card NOTE: There are three models available: AGP-V264GT3 (basic), AGP-V264GT3/ PAL, and AGP-V264GT3/NTSC. Only the PAL and NTSC models have all the connectors as seen here. The basic model do not have the “Video In” and “TV Out” connectors. The corresponding video/TV utilities will also be included or excluded. Video In AMC Connector 2MB Memory Upgrade SO-DIMM Socket Composite In (RCA) (on PAL or NTSC models only) S-Video In (SVHS) III.
III. Hardware Installation • Camcorder • Video Cassette Player • Laser Disc Player • Other Video Devices Composite (RCA) Input RCA Plug Video Input With ASUS Tuner Box: • TV / FM Tuner on PAL or NTSC models only ASUS AGP-V264GT3 Connection Examples S-Video or Tuner Box Plug VGA Output • Computer Monitor • Video Projector • Other VGA Compatible devices S-Video Output III.
III. Hardware Installation This section tells you how to install the ASUS graphics card in your PC computer. The steps provided below demonstrate how to install the cards in a typical system. Your system may be slightly different. NOTE: The ASUS AGP-V264GT3 graphics card can only be installed in motherboards with an AGP slot. ASUS AGP-V264GT3 User’s Manual III. H/W Installation (Warning/Procedures) WARNING! Computer boards and components contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips.
III. Hardware Installation Installation Procedures New Systems 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Unplug all electrical cords on your computer. Remove the system unit cover. Locate the AGP bus expansion slot. Make sure this slot is unobstructed. Remove the corresponding expansion slot cover from the computer chassis. Ground yourself to an antistatic mat or other grounded source (see WARNING!). Pick up the board (still in its sleeve) by grasping the edge bracket with one hand and then remove the plastic sleeve. 7.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 95 Introduction After installing the ASUS graphics card, software drivers and utilities must be installed. The following are various driver installation procedures for Windows 95 under specific situations. Windows Plug and Play in Windows 95: (Auto installing drivers) IMPORTANT: If an ASUS graphics card (or ATI compatible) was installed at one time, Windows 95 Plug and Play may install ATI’s original driver upon entering Windows 95.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 95 Installing ATI Video drivers in Windows 95: (New Hardware Found) If installing an ASUS graphics card for the first time, a “New Hardware Found” window will appear upon entering Windows 95: IV. Driver Installation (Windows 95) 1. Click OK to use the default selection: “Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer” 2. Insert ASUS installation CD and click Browse button - Open windows appears. 3.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 95 Installing ATI Video drivers in Windows 95 (Prompted by Windows 95) If an ASUS graphics card (or ATI compatible) was installed unsuccessfully or modified at one time a “Display” message will appear upon entering Windows 95: There is a problem with your display settings. The adapter type is incorrect, or the current settings do not work with your hardware. IV. Driver Installation (Windows 95) 1.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 95 Updating installation in Windows 95: (Using Autorun Screen) If for some reason you need to reinstall the ATI video drivers or if you skipped the previous procedures, you may use the following steps: 1. Insert the ASUS installation CD (or double click on the CD drive in “My Computer” if CD already inserted)- ASUS Windows 95 Install Shell appears. IV. Driver Installation (Windows 95) 2.
IV. Driver Installation Software MPEG & Video Player for Windows 95 Software MPEG allows the viewing of the following video files identified by their extensions: • MPEG Format: (*.MPG, *.DAT, *.MPV) Extensions • AVI Files (*.AVI) Extensions For Software MPEG support in Windows 95, you must first install DirectVideo Upgrade For Microsoft Windows, then install ATI Video Player. Installing Microsoft DirectVideo in Windows 95: 1. Reinsert the ASUS installation CD or select the CD from My Computer. 2.
IV. Driver Installation Display Settings for Windows 95 Changing display settings: To enter the “Display Properties” at any time, right click your mouse on the desktop and select “Properties” or double click the “Display” icon in the “Control Panel.” Click the appropriate Tab as follows: Adjustment Adjustment: Click on the Position or Size arrows to make your screen appear as centered and large as possible. Panning IV.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 3.x For your convenience, the ATI video drivers for Windows 3.x can be installed in Windows 3.x or in DOS. The autorun ASUS Windows 3.1 Install Shell cannot be automatically run by Window 3.x, so manual execution is necessary. IV. Driver Installation (Windows 3.x) Installing ATI video drivers in Windows 3.x: 1. Start Windows 3.x 2. Run File Manager 3. Insert the ASUS installation CD. 4. Change to your CD drive. 5. Double click setup.
IV. Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows 3.x Installing ATI video drivers in DOS: 1. Enter DOS mode (Exit Windows, do not use Windows DOS prompt) 2. Change to your CD-ROM drive 3. Type: SETUP (assuming your CD-ROM drive is letter D) in DOS mode. ASUS DOS installation shell will appear and present you with a list of install option. IV. Driver Installation (Windows 3.x) 5. Press Enter to confirm path of Windows 3.x or change if necessary. 6.
IV. Driver Installation Software MPEG & Video Player for Windows 3.x Software MPEG allows the viewing of the following video files identified by their extensions: • MPEG Format: (*.MPG, *.DAT, *.MPV) Extensions • AVI Files (*.AVI) Extensions For Software MPEG support in Windows 3.x, you must first install Microsoft’s Video for Windows, then install ATI Video Player. Installing Microsoft Video for Windows in Windows 3.x: 1. Click on Install Video for Windows - Video for Windows 1.1 Runtime appears 2.
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V. Video Software NOTE: This section shows screens for Windows 3.1x although feature descriptions may be used for both Windows 3.1x and Windows 95. ATI Desktop Control Panel An ATI DeskTop is installed automatically when you install the enhanced driver for Windows. Double click on the icon to display the ATI Desktop Control Panel. The ATI DeskTop provides a consistent and integrated control. Depending on what has been installed, your DeskTop may not have the same number of features as shown above.
V. Video Software FlexDesk+ FlexDesk+ Basic Settings FlexDesk+ is for configuring the operating modes and parameters of the ASUS 264 Series Card. The availability of options in FlexDesk+ is dependent on the card and its hardware configuration. This control panel allows you to configure Colors (color depth), Screen Size (resolution), Desktop Size (virtual desktop size), Advanced settings and Default parameters (factory settings).
V. Video Software Buttons Test: Automatically switches on monitor to display the selected mode without exiting this control panel, for 10 seconds or until the user clicks the End Test, OK, or Cancel button. All other buttons and sliders are inactive at this time. To show dynamic color depth changes in this test, the WinSwitch feature must by enabled before starting the current session of Windows. Defaults: Returns Screen Size, Colors, and Desktop Size sliders to the default positions.
V. Video Software FlexDesk+ Advanced Settings Environment This parameter specifies logical dots per inch (LDPI). Being logical, i.e., not physical dots, the effect will differ depending on screen size. Automatic Mode chooses the optimal environment setting for the selected screen size. The Small, Large and DTP settings are 96, 120, and 128 LDPI respectively. 256 Color Palette This selection is only available in 256 color mode. Windows runs faster when this option is turned off.
V. Video Software DPMS (for Windows) Win3.1 Limitation: In some newer BIOS, DPMS fucntion doesn't work normally. VESA DPMS-compliant monitors conserve electrical energy by powering down after a period of inactivity. You can use the DPMS panel (in Windows) to configure the auto-shutdown timing sequence for your DPMS-compliant monitor. (The DOS version of DPMS is described in another section.) WARNING: Monitors that do not support VESA DPMS can be damaged by activation of the DPMS feature.
V. Video Software DeskScape NOTE: Press Default to fill in the fields with default keys first. DeskScape allows more control over your Virtual Desktop using keyboard keys. For a description of Screen and Desktop, Refer to the Using FlexDesk+ section. The displayed image on the screen is a "window" showing only a portion of the entire virtual desktop. The non-displayed portion can be brought into view by panning. Four keys are assigned to this function, one for each direction of up, down, left and right.
V. Video Software Buttons Defaults: Assigns default keys to DeskScan. Help: Displays Help information on DeskScan. OK: Accepts key assignments as shown and exits. Cancel: Discards all changes and exits. WinSwitch NOTE: Press Default to fill in the fields with default keys first. By pressing a user-defined set of keyboard keys WinSwitch can dynamically change screen attributes (i.e., Colors, Screen Size and Desktop Size) without exiting Windows.
V. Video Software Buttons Key 1: First of four radio buttons labeled key1, key 2, key 3, and key 4. The slider settings shown are associated with the selected radio button. Defaults: Restores key combination and slider settings to defaults. Help: Displays Help information on WinSwitch. OK: Accepts current settings and exits. Cancel: Discards all changes and exits. WinSwitch: Switching function is enabled when the box is Checked; disabled when the box is empty.
V. Video Software V. Video Software (Windows 3.x) If your monitor came with a VDIF file then you may insert it into your floppy drive and press the "Load VDIF" button. The "Custom" button allows you to select the resolution and refresh rates. You may try out different settings that will optimize your display preferences but too high of a refresh rate will push your monitor past its specifications. Use the Preview/Adjust to see the results and allow digital adjustments to the screen.
V. Video Software The ASUS 264 Series Card supports a VESA power management control specification called DPMS-Display Power Management Signaling. Monitors that comply with DPMS can provide energy savings up to 80% compared to non DPMS compliant monitors. This also translates into extended monitor life. DPMS control functions are provided for DOS and Windows operations. This chapter describes the DOS version, a Terminate-and-Stay-Resident program. TSR means it runs in the background once activated.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Windows Video Player ATI Player and control panel (Win3.1x and Win95) If VIDEO drivers are installed, for playing video clips, the ATI Player icon will appear in the DeskTop. Double click on this icon to bring up the Video Screen as shown here: (Detailed button definitions are shown when holding the cursor over the individual buttons for a few seconds.) The Task Control Panel The Task control panel indicates what mode the player is in and what it’s doing.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Playing Audio CDs (Only in window 95) PAL/NTSC Click the Audio CD button in the Task control panel to switch to Audio CD mode Random Loop Play Stop Pause Intro Play Position Slider Eject Setup Track Skip Skip Track Time Down Back Forward Up Mode Time Display Volume Control Volume Mute The Audio CD player has its own control panel for controlling the audio CD playback. You can use the Audio CD panel to play standard audio CDs.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Playing Media Files Click the MPEG Playback button in the Task control panel to switch to playback mode. PAL/NTSC The Control panel changes to the Playback panel. To view/hide the Playback panel in Full Screen mode, press F2.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Capturing Audio/Video (PAL/NTSC models) Still images. You can capture full-color, 24-bit-per-pixel still images from your camcorder , save them on your computer’s hard disk, and print them. The images are placed on the clipboard, or you can display them in their own window as “thumbnails”(miniature images). You can save still images as Windows-standard bitmaps (.bmp).
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Capturing Still Frames (PAL/NTSC models only) To capture still frames Click the camera button to capture the current frame. To review captured images Click the image’s thumbnail. • If the selected image has not been saved, the thumbnail has a red border. If it has been saved, the border is green. • If an unselected image has been saved, its border is grey. If it has not been saved, there is no border.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Playing Captured Video and Audio (PAL/NTSC models only) To play captured video and audio in the Capture panel to play your captured file. Click the Play button Intelligent Video In You can watch full-motion video or play games from outside sources on the whole screen or in a window. You can capture still frames and movie clips. Features • • • • • Television quality video in a window and full screen.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) NOTE: The features on this page are available on the PAL/NTSC models only. Click the TUNER button in the Task control panel to switch to Video In mode. The Control panel changes to the Video In control panel.
VI. Video Player VI. Video Player (Windows 95/3.x) Using ImpacTV (PAL/NTSC models only) You can use ATI’s ImpacTV to connect a television for your computer’s display.
VII. Other Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows NT 4.0 VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) IMPORTANT! • Windows NT 3.5x does not support AGP cards. • Before installing the ASUS display driver in Windows NT 4.0, make sure that you have installed Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack version 3.0 (available on the Internet at http://www.microsoft.com/isapi/support/bldqpage.idc?Product Page=q_servpk).
VII. Other Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows NT 4.0 Installing ATI Video drivers in Windows NT 4.0: (New Hardware Found) If installing an ASUS Graphics device for the first time, a “New Hardware Found” window will appear upon entering Windows NT 4.0: VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) 1. Click OK to use the default selection: “Driver from disk provided by hardware manufacturer” 2. Insert ASUS installation CD and click Browse button - Open windows appears. 3.
VII. Other Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for Windows NT 4.0 Installing ATI Video drivers in Windows NT 4.0 (Prompted by Windows NT) If an ASUS Graphics device (or compatible) was installed at one time a “Display” message will appear upon entering Windows NT 4.0 : VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) There is a problem with your display settings. The adapter type is incorrect, or the current settings do not work with your hardware. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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VII. Other Driver Installation Video Driver Installation for IBM OS/2 The ATI OS/2 video driver is to be used for the English version of OS/2 only. VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) Installing ATI video drivers in English OS/2 or OS/2 Warp: 1. Start OS/2 2. Check that OS/2 is using standard VGA driver and other applications are closed. 3. Double-click the OS/2 System folder. 4. Double-click the Command Prompts folder. 5. Double-click the OS/2 Full Screen object. 6.
VII. Other Driver Installation AutoCAD Video Driver Installation Installing ATI AutoCAD Video Drivers: 1. Enter DOS mode (Exit Windows, do not use Windows DOS prompt) 2. Insert the installation CD (assuming your CD-ROM drive is letter D) VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) 3. Type SETUP at the CD-ROM drive letter and the ASUS DOS installation shell will appear and present you with a list of install options.Select Install DOS Utilities and Drivers. 4. Select Drivers Installation and press 5.
VII. Other Driver Installation Microstation Video Driver Installation VII. Other Drivers (Windows NT 4.0) Installing ATI Microstation Video Drivers: 1. Enter DOS mode (Exit Windows, do not use Windows DOS prompt) 2. Insert the CD (assuming your CD-ROM drive is letter D) 3. Type SETUP at the CD-ROM drive letter and the ASUS DOS installation shell will appear and present you with a list of install options.Select Install DOS Utilities and Drivers. 4. Select Drivers Installation and press 5.
VIII. Driver Installation Options Select System Information (optional) The program will check the system for possible conflicts with the card, and display both the card and system configurations in the INFO BOX. In case of a conflict, it will issue a warning and suggest possible corrective actions.
VIII. Driver Installation Options VDIF Files (optional) VDIF files are VESA Display Information Format files. They contain all the necessary configuration parameters for getting optimal resolution and refresh rate operation from the specified monitor. Consult your monitor manufacturer for availability of VDIF files. If you have a VDIF file for your monitor, select it. The INSTALL program will read the VDIF file and automatically configure the card to properly work with your monitor. Procedure: 1.
VIII. Driver Installation Options Advanced Setup (optional) If you wish to fine tune its settings for your monitor and system type, select Advanced Setup from the Main Menu. On-screen context sensitive help is displayed as you highlight each Advanced Menu item. WARNING! The Advanced Configuration option allows you to use certain features that may add additional performance to your card. However these options may not be compatible with your system.
A. Troubleshooting System Lockup • • • • • If you are using a memory manager such as QEMM or 386MAX you need to modify the command line in the CONFIG.SYS file so that the address of the graphics card video BIOS, C000 - C7FF, is excluded. For example, add “EXCLUDE = C000 - C7FF” to the command line. Remove all unnecessary boards. Disable shadow RAM. Ensure that the board is seated correctly and that the card has been installed using the proper utilities.
A. Troubleshooting Memory aperture test failure or Diagnostics program locks or Reboots during aperture test If you receive an error message indicating that the memory aperture location is conflicting with your system memory, restart the INSTALL program as follows: INSTALL APMAP . Now when you enable Memory Aperture, you must select a location above but not overlapping System Memory (S), BIOS (B) or Reserved (R) locations. Not applicable for ISA cards.
A. Troubleshooting Windows 95 mach64 enhanced display driver The Windows 95 mach64 enhanced display driver is capable of using monitor timing data contained within Windows 95. This data is selected by configuring a monitor type at Windows 95 installation time or via the “Settings” page of the display properties sheet. The Windows 95 mach64 enhanced display driver may incorrectly interpret Windows 95 monitor timing data for some older monitors which require interlaced modes.
A. Troubleshooting Other Problems & Actions My monitor is not capable of high resolution or refresh rate. It depends on the display characteristics of your monitor. Consult your monitor documentation for the proper configuration. After installing the driver, Windows 95 doesn't prompt me to restart and the driver still doesn't work after I restart my computer. You may have installed similar drivers before. Try the following steps to install: 1. Right-click My Computer on the desktop. 2. Select Properties.
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