Intense3D Wildcat 4210 User’s Guide June 2000 DH001000
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iii Contents Preface.............................................................................................................................. vi About This Document ....................................................................................................... vi Document Conventions ..................................................................................................... vi Operating System Information ...............................................................................
iv B Connectors................................................................................................................... 37 Primary and Secondary DVI-I ........................................................................... 38 Genlock In.......................................................................................................... 38 Stereo Sync Out ................................................................................................. 38 Multiview In and Multiview Out ..
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vi Preface The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 User’s Guide contains information on the setup and use of the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card, as well as troubleshooting information, connections, and specifications. If you purchased this card as part of a system, the card was factory installed and configured in your system prior to shipment.
vii Operating System Information You must have Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 with Service Pack 5 or later or Windows 2000 installed. The appropriate operating system was installed on your computer prior to shipment if you bought the Wildcat 4210 video card as part of a system. For more detailed information on the operating system, refer to the printed and online documentation delivered with the system.
1 1 Introduction The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card equips your personal computer or personal workstation with powerful and professional 3D graphics capability. This video card infuses Intel Pentium II or greater computers running the Microsoft Windows NT or Windows 2000 operating system with workstation-class 3D graphics features and performance. NOTE If you purchased the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card as part of a system, it was preconfigured to operate in your system prior to shipment.
2 Features, cont.
3 Features, cont.
4 Features, cont. OpenGL Extensions, cont.
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6 External Connectors The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card has six standard external connectors (see Figure 1): 1. Primary and Secondary DVI-I output ports 2. One Genlock In connector 3. One 3-Pin, MiniDIN Stereo Sync Output connector 4. Multiview In and Multiview Out ports Figure 1. Wildcat 4210 External Connectors See Appendix B, “Connectors,” for detailed information on each of the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 connectors.
7 2 Setup This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing the video card and related software, and connecting the monitor and stereo display device. Preparing for Installation NOTE: If you purchased your Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video 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.
8 Collect Materials and Tools Make sure you have the following items: NOTE: ♦ Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card ♦ Delivery media with the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video display driver ♦ Flat-head or Phillips screwdriver ♦ Monitor cable supplied with your computer or with the monitor If you are connecting a standard VGA monitor to the Intense3D Wildcat 4210, you will need a 15-pin DVI-Analog adapter for the monitor cable (see Figure 4).
9 3. Remove the existing card. Keep the screws; you will use them to secure the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 card to the chassis. 4. Align the Wildcat 4210 card with the AGP Pro 110 expansion slot and one of the adjacent PCI slots. Make sure the gold-fingered connections on the card’s edges are aligned properly with the slot connectors (see Figure 2; these connections are labeled on the right side of the image). Figure 2. Wildcat 4210 Video Card 5.
10 Connecting the Monitor Your Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card was factory installed prior to shipment if you purchased it as part of a system. If you installed the card yourself, you will need to install the video driver software after connecting the monitor. See “Installing the Software” in this chapter for instructions. To connect the monitor: 1. Make sure the power to the computer is turned off. 2.
11 To connect a VGA monitor: 1. Connect the monitor’s 15-pin VGA connector to the VGA end (see Figure 4) of the DVIAnalog adapter. 2. Connect the DVI-I end of the adapter (see Figure 4) to the DVI-I port on the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 video card. If you are connecting only one monitor, connect to the primary DVI-I Port as show in Figure 3. 3. Turn on power to the workstation.
12 Make Sure Your Computer is Ready Make sure your workstation has the following before installing Wildcat driver software: ♦ Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0 operating system with Service Pack 5 (or later) or Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system software installed ♦ 3 MB of free space on the computer’s primary system disk CAUTION: You must have the correct driver for the Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 operating system. If you are unsure, refer to the README.
13 8. Click Yes when asked if you want to install a third-party driver. The files are copied from the delivery media. 9. After the driver files are copied, a message that the driver successfully installed displays. Click OK. 10. Click Close to exit the Display Type dialog box. 11. Click Close to exit the Display Properties dialog box. 12. When told that the workstation must be restarted for the new settings to take effect, remove the diskette from the workstation’s floppy disk drive, if applicable.
14 7. Once the driver successfully installs, click Finish to dismiss the Found New Hardware Wizard. NOTE: Windows 2000 recognizes the dual pipelines as two devices. The Found New Hardware Wizard will display a second time to finish the installation. CAUTION: You must repeat Steps 3 – 7 above to complete the installation. 8.
15 Verify the System Startup Version If you’re running Windows NT 4.0 To verify the default system startup version: NOTE: 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. Do not select the VGA version of the operating system.
16 Connecting a Stereo Display Device The following instructions apply only if you are connecting a stereo video display device to the Wildcat 4210 video card. To connect a stereo display device: 1. NOTE: Connect one end of the stereo emitter cable to the input port on your stereoscopic display device. See the documentation delivered with your stereoscopic display device for information on the connectors and proper cables. 2.
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18 3 Using the Video Card This chapter contains instructions for configuring the video display and enabling the stereo display. NOTE: If you ordered this video card with a system, it was configured for use prior to shipment. The following instructions apply only if you purchased the card as an upgrade or add-on. Configuring the Video Display Once the drivers are installed properly in Windows NT 4.
19 Figure 6. Intense3D Configuration Tab Intense3D Monitor Tab To use the Intense3D Monitor tab: 1. On the Display Properties dialog box, click the Intense3D Monitor tab (see Figure 7). This tab contains commands for adjusting the resolution, color depth, and refresh rate. See the steps under “Intense3D Configuration Tab” if you need instructions on opening the Display Properties dialog box.
20 Figure 7. Intense3D Monitor Tab 2. Click Color Calibration to modify the color settings (see Figure 8). Make your modifications to the Color Calibration dialog box, then click OK to accept the changes and dismiss the Color Calibration dialog box, or click Cancel to close the Color Calibration dialog box without making any changes. You are returned to the Intense3D Monitor Display Properties dialog box.
21 Figure 8. Color Calibration 3. On the Intense3D Monitor Display Properties dialog box, click Configure Monitor to change the display mode, select a monitor type, and change the resolution/refresh rate (see Figure 9). Once you have made the changes you require, click OK to accept the new configuration and dismiss the Configure Monitor dialog box. You are returned to the Intense3D Monitor Display Properties dialog box. 4. Click OK on the Display Properties dialog box to accept the changes. 5.
22 Figure 9. Configure Monitor Enabling Stereo Display If you connect a device to the stereo port on the Wildcat 4210 card, you must change the display mode to view in stereo. See Figure 5 in Chapter 2, “Setup,” for an illustration of the stereo output port. NOTE: The Display Properties dialog box must be displayed. See “Configuring the Video Display” in this chapter for instructions on activating the Display Properties dialog box and selecting the Intense3D Monitor tab. To enable stereo display: 1.
23 NOTE: 4. If you are prompted with the following message: “The selected monitor cannot display the current desktop area. Select a new resolution before applying these changes,” click OK then select a resolution from the list of available resolutions. 5. Click OK if the display is correct and you wish to keep the new settings. The Display Properties dialog box is dismissed. 6. Click OK to accept the new display mode and dismiss the Display Properties dialog box.
24 Figure 10. Multiview In and Multiview Out ports To confirm Multiview cables are detected: 1. From the system Start menu on the Slave workstation(s), go to Settings/Control Panel/Display. 2. On the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab. 3. If running Windows NT 4.0 skip to step 4. Under the Settings tab in Windows 2000, click Advanced. The Advanced Properties dialog box displays. 4. Click the Intense3D Monitor Tab, then click Multiview. 5.
25 NOTE: 4. Under the Settings tab, click Advanced. The Advanced Properties dialog box displays. 5. Click the Intense3D Monitor Tab, then click Multiview. 6. Under Genlock Configuration, choose Enable (see Figure12). 7. Choose the signal source from the Source pull-down menu. 8. Select the Signal Edge Response, Signal Lock Rate, and Pixel Align Offset appropriate for your application and hardware setup. Click Apply.
26 Enabling the Dual Monitor Feature under Windows 2000 The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 features dual monitor support under Windows 2000. The dual monitor feature allows two monitors to be connected to the card so the display area stretches across both monitors. NOTE: This feature is available only with workstations running Windows 2000. NOTE: Before enabling the dual monitor feature, connect the second monitor to the secondary DVI-I port (see “Connecting the Monitor” for instructions).
27 Figure 13: Choosing Maximum Number of Displays. To change monitor settings with a dual monitor configuration: 1. From the operating system Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/Display. 2. On the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab (see Figure 14). The monitors display as icons labeled 1 (for primary) and 2 (for secondary). 3. Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors. To adjust the colors or resolution of either monitor: 1.
28 NOTE: 2. With the monitor to adjust selected, make changes to the Colors or Screen area. 3. Select the other monitor icon or select from the pulldown menu under Display to change the color or resolution of the other monitor. Any changes made under Advanced Properties will affect both monitors. Figure 14: Dual monitor Settings tab.
29 4 Troubleshooting This chapter describes common problems and solutions, obtaining a usable video resolution, reinstalling the video driver, and how to get help.
30 Monitor Checks, cont. Problem Screen image is offcenter Cause Monitor settings may be configured improperly. Solution Refer to your monitor’s documentation for instructions on making horizontal and vertical adjustments. Color balance is wrong Monitor settings may be configured improperly. Refer to your monitor’s documentation for instructions on adjusting the color display. There is no picture Improper software setup or hardware problem.
31 To use the Last Known Good option in Windows NT: NOTE: 1. Restart the system. 2. Press the SPACE BAR at the following prompt: Press space bar NOW to invoke the Last Known Good Menu. If this option fails to correct the video display problem, restart the system in VGA mode and reconfigure your display to 640 x 480 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate. Then restart Windows NT again in non-VGA mode. In Windows 2000 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL but do not log on to the Windows 2000 operating system.
32 NOTE: Refer to the Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 documentation and online Help for more information on installing drivers and software application programs. NOTE: If you are installing the Intense3D Wildcat 4210 driver, you must remove the current driver prior to installing the update. Reinstalling the video driver under Windows NT 4.0 To remove the existing Intense3D Wildcat 4210 driver: 1. Log on using an account that has administrative privileges. 2.
33 13. After the system restarts and you log in, a message displays stating that a new display driver has been installed, and that you should use the Display option in the Control Panel to select the preferred display resolution. Click OK. Reinstalling the video driver under Windows 2000 To remove an existing driver: 1. Log on using an account that has administrative privileges. 2. From the operating system Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel and double-click Add/Remove Programs. 3.
34 Getting Help If the troubleshooting procedures in this document do not resolve the problem, please contact your vendor for technical assistance (refer to your system documentation for instructions). For information about your warranty, see your system documentation.
35 A Specifications General Manufacturer Model number Functional System Interface Graphic controller DAC speed Data width (dual pipeline) Connectors Interrupts DMA channels Video memory 3D Performance Intense3D Wildcat 4210 NOTE: If you ordered this video card with a system, it was preinstalled and configured for use in your system prior to shipment.
36 Power Requirements ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Resolutions (per screen) NOTE: 110 W maximum 12.0V 250 mA maximum 5.0V 13A maximum 3.3V 8A maximum Supported monitor resolutions and refresh rates may vary depending on your monitor. Monitor Resolutions (bits per pixel) Max.
37 B Connectors The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 is an AGP Pro 110 card designed for systems that have an AGP Pro 110 slot. NOTE: The Intense3D Wildcat 4210 cannot plug into a standard AGP slot. NOTE: If you ordered this video card with a system, it was installed and configured for use prior to shipment. Figure 15. Bottom View Figure 16.
38 Figure 17. Connectors Primary and Secondary DVI-I The Primary and Secondary Digital Video Output ports use DVI-I receptacles with 29 signal contacts as specified by the Digital Visual Interface Revision 1.0 specification. These ports support pixel rates up to 112MHz using the SII150A PanelLink device from Silicon Image. The ports are 100 percent compliant to the DVI specification, and support digital and analog displays.
39 Index about this document, vi anti-static precautions, 8 booting into Safe Mode in Windows 2000, 31 changing monitor settings dual monitor configuration, 27 configuration tab display properties, 18 configuring the display, 18 connecting monitor, 10 stereo display device, 16 connecting a DVI monitor, 10 connecting a VGA monitor, 11 connectors DVI-I, 38 external, 6, 37 multiview in and multiview out, 38 multiview out, 38 primary and secondary DVI-I, 38 stereo sync out, 38 customer support, vii determining
40 stereo sync, 38 overview, vi primary and secondary DVI-I connectors, 38 product information, vii reinstalling the video driver under Windows 2000, 33 reinstalling the video driver under Windows NT, 32 restarting in VGA mode, 31 setup, 7 software installing, 11 installing Windows 2000 drivers, 13 installing Windows NT drivers, 12 specifications, 35 stereo display device connecting, 16 stereo sync out, 38 stereoscopic display, 22 support, vii system requirements, 7 Windows NT startup version, 15 troublesh
