User`s guide
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Introduction
The RADEON 8500
MAC EDITION represents the next
generation in 3D and video acceleration for your Power
Macintosh computer. It includes 64MB of DDR memory for
fast 32-bit true color 3D graphics. Flexible dual-display support
for multiple combinations of CRT monitors, TVs and video
devices is included. Your new graphics accelerator provides:
• Flexible dual-display support enabling many combinations
utilizing the VGA, DVI-I, and TV connectors
• OpenGL
®
and QuickDraw 3D accelerator providing
superior 3D rendering performance and advanced imaging
and filtering techniques
• QuickTime playback accelerator for full screen, full
motion, TV quality video
• DVI-I support for digital flat panels
• TV-Out support via S-Video connector
The ATI Config Menu (available only for Mac OS 9.2.1), is
located on the Apple menu bar. This provides instant access to
Help, the ATI Displays control panel, and all of RADEON 8500
MAC EDITION features.
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