Intergraph RealiZm II Graphics Installation manual

RealiZm II Graphics
Hardware User’s Guide
September 1998
DHA024030

Copyright
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Intergraph Computer Systems, Huntsville AL 35894-0001
Notice
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered a commitment by Intergraph Computer
Systems. Intergraph Computer Systems shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors in, or omissions from, this document.
Intergraph Computer Systems shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing or use of this
document.
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stated in, or implied by, this document or its contents shall be considered or deemed a modification or amendment of such warranties.
Trademarks
Intergraph Computer Systems and the Intergraph Computer Systems logo are registered trademarks of Intergraph Computer Systems.
RealiZm II is a trademark of Intergraph Computer Systems.
Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
FCC/DOC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If the equipment is not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigencies du Règlement sur le materiél brouilleur du Canada.
Warnings
Changes or modifications made to the system that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to open the equipment unless instructed. Do not use a tool for purposes other
than instructed.
Notes
This device is designed and manufactured to comply with approved safety standards for information processing and business
equipment.
Read all operating instructions before using this device. Keep these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings on the
device or in the operating instructions.

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Contents
Preface...................................................................................................................................... v
About This Document ............................................................................................................... v
Document Conventions............................................................................................................. v
Operating System Information...................................................................................................v
Customer Support..................................................................................................................... vi
Hardware and Software Support Services.................................................................. vi
World Wide Web....................................................................................................... vi
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service.............................................................................. vi
FAXLink................................................................................................................... vii
Telephone.................................................................................................................. vii
More Support Options............................................................................................... vii
1 Getting Started ..................................................................................................................... 1
RealiZm II Cards....................................................................................................................... 1
RealiZm II Features and Functions............................................................................................ 1
RealiZm II Graphics Configurations......................................................................................... 2
Connecting Monitors to RealiZm II Cards................................................................................ 2
Starting Windows NT................................................................................................................ 3
Configuring RealiZm II Video Display Properties.................................................................... 4
Changing the Default Video Display Driver ............................................................................. 5
2 Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and Replacing RealiZm II Cards................................. 7
Taking Antistatic Precautions.................................................................................................... 7
Installing Texture Memory........................................................................................................ 8
Replacing RealiZm II Cards or the Optional Geometry Accelerator Card.............................. 10
Installing a Multiple-screen Upgrade ...................................................................................... 12
Reinstalling the RealiZm II Video Display Driver.................................................................. 13
Troubleshooting the Installation.............................................................................................. 13
Diagnostics................................................................................................................ 13
Video Display ........................................................................................................... 14
Obtaining a Usable Video Resolution....................................................................... 14
Determining a Defective Unit................................................................................... 15
3 Technical Information........................................................................................................17
General Specifications............................................................................................................. 17
Monitor Resolutions................................................................................................................ 17
Cooling System ....................................................................................................................... 18
Texture Memory...................................................................................................................... 19
Geometry Accelerator Support................................................................................................ 19
Interfaces................................................................................................................................. 20
Stereo Sync Output Port............................................................................................ 20
Video Output Port..................................................................................................... 21
VGA Input Port......................................................................................................... 22

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Index....................................................................................................................................... 23
Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) Form
Warranty Procedure
Repair Depot Address Labels

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Preface
The RealiZm II Graphics Hardware User’s Guide provides instructions for installing
Intergraph Computer Systems’ RealiZm II three-dimensional (3D) graphics accelerators into
your workstation. This guide provides hardware and software installation procedures,
troubleshooting information, and specifications.
About This Document
The RealiZm II Graphics Hardware User’s Guide is organized as follows:
u Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” introduces RealiZm II cards, and lists their features,
functions, and configurations. This chapter also gives instructions for connecting
monitors to RealiZm II cards, starting Windows NT, configuring video display properties,
and changing the default video display driver.
u Chapter 2, “Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and Replacing RealiZm II Cards,” provides
instructions for installing optional texture memory, replacing RealiZm II cards, installing
or replacing the optional Geometry Accelerator, installing multiple-screen upgrades,
reinstalling the RealiZm II video display driver, and troubleshooting any hardware or
software problems.
u Chapter 3, “Technical Information,” provides technical information for the RealiZm II
cards.
Document Conventions
Bold Commands, words, or characters that you key in literally.
Italic Variable values that you supply, or cross-references.
Monospace Output displayed on the screen.
SMALL CAPS Key names on the keyboard, such as D, ALT or F3; names of files and
directories. You can type filenames and directory names in the dialog boxes
or the command line in lowercase unless directed otherwise.
CTRL+DPress a key while simultaneously pressing another key; for example, press
CTRL and D simultaneously.
Operating System Information
For more detailed information on the Windows NT operating system, refer to the printed and
online Microsoft documentation delivered with the system.

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Customer Support
Intergraph Computer Systems offers an assortment of customer support options.
Hardware and Software Support Services
Intergraph Computer Systems provides a variety of hardware services for Intergraph and third-
party equipment. Services include warranty upgrades, repair depot service, on-site hardware
maintenance, system administration, and network consulting. Hardware purchased from
Intergraph Computer Systems includes a factory warranty ranging from 30 days to three years.
A detailed warranty description is available on the World Wide Web; see the Support pages at
http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
Intergraph Computer Systems provides complimentary software support for 30 or 90 days
following shipment of a hardware or software product. This includes World Wide Web
access, Intergraph Bulletin Board Service access, FAXLink service, and telephone (Help
Desk) support. At the end of the complimentary support period, you can purchase other levels
of software support.
World Wide Web
You can visit Intergraph Computer Systems on the World Wide Web at
http://www.intergraph.com/ics. On these pages, you can get news and product information,
technical support information, software updates and fixes, and more.
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service
On the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS), you can get technical support information,
software updates and fixes, and more.
To connect to the IBBS:
1. Set your system’s communications protocol for eight (8) data bits, no parity, one (1) stop
bit, and any baud rate up to 14,400.
2. Using a modem, call 1-256-730-8786. Outside the United States, call one of the mirror
sites listed on World Wide Web; see the Software Support pages at
http://www.intergraph.com.
3. At the login prompt, key in your user ID. If you have not connected before, key in new to
create a user ID.
4. Follow the menus to find what you need. The IBBS provides clear choices and online
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If you have trouble connecting to or using the IBBS, call the Customer Response Center at
1-800-633-7248 (product entry IBBS) or leave a message for the IBBS System Operator at
1-256-730-1413.
FAXLink
To use the FAXLink:
u Call 1-800-240-4300 with questions on how to get technical support information using the
FAXLink.
u Call 1-256-730-9000 to get documents (up to five per call).
Telephone
To get customer support by telephone:
u In the United States, call the Customer Response Center at 1-800-633-7248 between the
hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except
holidays).
u Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
distributor.
Have the following information available when you call:
u Your service number, which identifies your site to Intergraph Computer Systems. You
use your service number for warranty or maintenance calls.
u Your Customer Personal Identification Number (CPIN). You get a CPIN the first time
you call the Customer Response Center; it is associated with your service number for
future call logging.
u The product’s name or model number.
u The product’s serial number. Software product serial numbers are included in the product
packaging. Hardware product serial numbers are on a sticker affixed to the hardware
product.
u Your name and telephone number.
u A brief description of the question or problem.
More Support Options
For information on more customer support options:
u Visit the Support pages on the World Wide Web at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
u For hardware support questions in the United States, call 1-800-763-0242.

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u For software support questions in the United States, call 1-800-345-4856.
u Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
distributor.

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1 Getting Started
This chapter introduces Intergraph Computer Systems’ RealiZm II graphics accelerators. It
also provides information on connecting the monitors and getting started using a workstation
equipped with a RealiZm II card.
RealiZm II Cards
RealiZm II cards are high-performance, OpenGL-based, 3D graphics accelerators that include
rasterization, optional texturing, and optional geometry acceleration:
u ZX13, VX113, and VX113 AGP include 16 MB of frame buffer memory and support
resolutions up to 1.3 Mpixels (1280 x 1024).
u ZX25 and VX25 include 32 MB of frame buffer memory and support resolutions up to
2.5 Mpixels (1824 x 1368).
RealiZm II Features and Functions
RealiZm II graphics accelerators offer many advanced features and functions, including the
following:
u Hardware support of Windows NT graphics (both GDI and OpenGL graphics operations)
u Gouraud shading support and antialiased vector support
u 16 MB (ZX13, VX113, VX113 AGP) or 32 MB (ZX25 and VX25) of frame buffer
memory
u Industry-standard Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus interface with high-speed
direct memory access (DMA) engine (ZX13, VX113, ZX25, and VX25)
u Industry-standard Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) interface with high-speed DMA
engine (VX113 AGP)
u 128 video planes
u Support of industry standard multi-sync monitors
u Optional hardware texture processing support with 4 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, or 64 MB of
texture memory (ZX13, ZX25, VX25); standard 16 MB texture memory for hardware
texture processing support (VX113 and VX113 AGP)
u Optional geometry acceleration for lighting and transformation operations

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RealiZm II Graphics Configurations
RealiZm II graphics configurations are designated by the maximum resolution supported, and
by the support of texture memory and geometry acceleration:
u The last two digits of the number denote the maximum supported resolution. For
example, ZX13 and VX113 indicate support for a maximum resolution of 1.3 Mpixels.
u The -T suffix denotes support for texture processing.
u The -G suffix denotes support for optional geometry acceleration.
The available RealiZm II graphics configurations are as follows:
Designation Configuration
ZX13 1.3 Mpixels
ZX13-T 1.3 Mpixels, texture processing
ZX13-G 1.3 Mpixels, geometry acceleration
ZX13-GT 1.3 Mpixels, geometry acceleration, texture processing
VX113-T 1.3 Mpixels, texture processing
VX113-GT 1.3 Mpixels, geometry acceleration, texture processing
VX113 AGP-T 1.3 Mpixels, texture processing
VX113 AGP-GT 1.3 Mpixels, geometry acceleration, texture processing
ZX25, VX25 2.5 Mpixels
ZX25-T, VX25-T 2.5 Mpixels, texture processing
ZX25-G, VX25-G 2.5 Mpixels, geometry acceleration
ZX25-GT, VX25-GT 2.5 Mpixels, geometry acceleration, texture processing
Connecting Monitors to RealiZm II Cards
If your workstation was shipped with one or more RealiZm cards installed, the video display
driver is already installed. All you need to do to use your workstation is to connect the
monitors to it, power it on, and start Windows NT. Use the following instructions to connect
monitor cables as required.
CAUTION On a ZX13, ZX25, or VX25, do not connect a monitor cable to the black VGA input port. If you
do, the video will not display.
NOTE The VX113 and VX113 AGP do not have a VGA input port.

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For a single-screen configuration:
Connect the monitor cable to the blue video port shown in the following figure. In this sample
configuration, the numbers on the left show numbering of the workstation’s expansion slots,
so the RealiZm II card is in slot 3.
For a multi-screen configuration:
Connect a monitor cable from each monitor to the blue video port on a RealiZm II card. After
you start the system, you may have to switch cable connections to the RealiZm II cards if the
screen display is not correct. For example, in a side-by-side monitor configuration, if the right
half of the Windows NT desktop displays on the left screen, and the left half of the desktop
displays on the right screen, switch the cable connections to the RealiZm II cards.
Starting Windows NT
After setting up a workstation equipped with RealiZm II cards, or after upgrading or replacing
RealiZm II cards and associated components as described in Chapter 2, you can turn on
system power and start the Windows NT operating system.
CAUTION Make sure the monitors are connected to the proper ports on the RealiZm II cards before
applying power to the monitors and to the workstation base unit.
To start Windows NT:
1. Turn on power to the monitor(s) and to the workstation base unit.
2. At the boot screen, select the non-VGA version of Windows NT.
Blue Video Port
Black VGA Input Port (not used)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
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3. When prompted, press CTRL+ALT+DEL to log on to Windows NT.
4. Log on to Windows NT. Refer to Windows NT documentation and Help for instructions,
if necessary.
Configuring RealiZm II Video Display Properties
To enable your workstation to use its RealiZm II card, you must configure the display
properties of the RealiZm II video display driver. The RealiZm II video display driver is
installed on the system’s primary hard disk drive. The Display Properties dialog is available
from the Control Panel to determine the system configuration and installed options. Display
Properties lets you change the video display settings to meet your needs.
To configure RealiZm II video display properties:
1. From the Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/Display.
2. When the Notice dialog displays, click OK.
3. On the Display Properties dialog, click Intergraph Monitor (tab).
When a supported video display driver is running on your system, the Intergraph Monitor
tab displays text describing the graphics hardware and monitor present on your system.
The tab allows you to review and change the settings of your system’s video attributes,
such as monitor type.
NOTE If this is your first time to install the video display driver (for example, when reinstalling
Windows NT), the Intergraph Monitor tab does not display until you restart the system.
4. Select and change the supported settings as desired. Refer to Help for information about
each setting. Context-sensitive help is available by selecting a setting and pressing F1.
5. Click Color Calibration to change the gamma correction for your monitor, if desired. The
Color Calibration dialog displays.
The appearance of the Color Calibration dialog varies, depending on your graphics
hardware and selected video display settings. If your system is configured with multiple
screens, for example, you can use the pull-down menu to select which screen to modify.
NOTE The Color Calibration dialog is available only when the driver is running.
6. Click OK to close the Color Calibration dialog, or click Cancel to close Color Calibration
without applying the changes.
7. Click OK to close the Display Properties dialog, or click Cancel to close Display
Properties without applying the changes.
8. If you have changed video attribute settings other than gamma correction, restart the
system for the changes to take effect.

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Changing the Default Video Display Driver
Once you have configured the RealiZm II video display properties as desired, change the
default display driver so the RealiZm II video display driver runs automatically when you start
or restart the system.
To make the RealiZm II video display driver the default video display driver:
1. From the Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/System.
2. In the System Properties dialog, click Startup/Shutdown (tab).
3. In the Startup box, select the non-VGA version of Windows NT from the pull-down list.
NOTE Do not select the VGA version of the operating system. The system operates in VGA mode
when the video display driver is not running to accommodate all monitor types.
4. Click OK.

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2 Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and
Replacing RealiZm II Cards
This chapter describes upgrading or replacing a RealiZm II graphics accelerator in your
workstation. It provides instructions for the following:
u Taking antistatic precautions
u Installing optional texture memory on ZX13, ZX25, or VX25
u Replacing RealiZm II cards or the optional Geometry Accelerator card
u Installing a multiple-screen upgrade
u Reinstalling the RealiZm II video display driver
u Troubleshooting the installation
Refer to your workstation’s hardware documentation for detailed information on opening and
closing the system, avoiding electrostatic discharge, and installing and replacing expansion
cards.
Taking Antistatic Precautions
Static electricity can damage the components inside the workstation base unit, and can damage
cards or texture memory. To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, do the
following:
u Do not remove texture memory or a card from its antistatic bag until you are ready to
install it.
u Handle texture memory or a card as little as possible and by the edges only. Do not drop
texture memory or a card, and do not expose them to extremes of temperature or
moisture.
u Use an antistatic foam pad to support a card when installing texture memory.
u Use an antistatic wrist strap when handling texture memory or a card. There is no
increased risk of electrical shock when using the wrist strap. If the wrist strap does not
snugly contact bare skin, static protection will not be effective.

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To use an antistatic wrist strap:
1. Remove the antistatic wrist strap from its envelope. Unfold the wrist strap and wrap the
exposed adhesive side firmly around your bare wrist.
2. Peel the liner from the wrist strap copper foil; then attach the adhesive side of the copper
foil to a bare metal surface (electrical ground) inside the system base unit.
Installing Texture Memory
The texture memory on a ZX13, ZX25, or VX25 card contains two sockets for dual inline
memory modules (DIMMs). The texture memory on a VX113 or VX113 AGP consists of a
16 MB texture memory module directly mounted on the card. For VX113 or VX113 AGP, no
other texture memory options are available.
For a ZX13, ZX25, or VX25 card, upgrade kits are available for 4 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, and
64 MB of texture memory. Each kit contains two DIMMs, an antistatic foam pad to support
the card, and an antistatic wrist strap. You should use 16 MB of texture memory or larger
with the VX25. The following figure shows the keys which align with the DIMM notches for
proper installation.
To install texture memory:
1. Remove the RealiZm II card from the system. Refer to “Replacing RealiZm II Cards or
the Optional Geometry Accelerator Card” later in this chapter for instructions.
2. Place the card on the antistatic foam pad for protection and support.
CAUTION Failure to use the antistatic foam pad could cause damage to the card.
Texture
Memory
Socket
Keys
DIMM
Access
Cover

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3. Remove the DIMM access cover.
4. Remove a DIMM from its static protective bag.
CAUTION Do not bend, twist or drop DIMMs. They may be damaged as a result.
5. Align the DIMM notches with the keys in one of the texture memory sockets on the card,
and insert the DIMM into the socket. Refer to the following figure.
6. Push on the top edge of the DIMM until it snaps into the socket. Refer to the following
figure.
7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for the second DIMM.
NOTE For proper operation, you must install DIMMs of the same memory size in both sockets.
8. Replace the DIMM access cover.
9. Replace RealiZm II the card into the system.
10. Close the system base unit.
11. Turn on system power and log on to the Windows NT operating system.
12. Open Display in the operating system Control Panel. The Intergraph Settings tab of the
Display Properties dialog displays the proper texture memory size. If not, shut down and
power off the system. Ensure that both DIMMs are properly seated in their sockets, and
that both DIMMs are the same memory size.
Texture
Memory
DIMM

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Replacing RealiZm II Cards or the Optional
Geometry Accelerator Card
An installed ZX13, VX25, or ZX25 card requires two adjacent PCI slots. An installed VX113
card requires one PCI slot. An installed VX113 AGP card requires one AGP slot. An
installed optional Geometry Accelerator card requires one PCI slot.
NOTE The VX113 and VX113 AGP do not have the plastic shroud shown in the illustrations in the
following procedure. However, the card and cable installation is the same as for the other
RealiZm II cards.
To replace a RealiZm II or optional Geometry Accelerator card:
1. Shut down the system and turn off system power.
2. Disconnect the cables from the video ports on the back of the system base unit.
3. Open the system base unit as required to gain access to the slots.
4. If a Geometry Accelerator card is already installed in a single-screen configuration,
disconnect the vertex data bus cable between it and the RealiZm II card(s). The following
figure shows one RealiZm II card.
If a Geometry Accelerator card is already installed in a multiple-screen configuration,
disconnect the vertex data bus cable between it and the RealiZm II cards; then disconnect
the clock sync cable between the RealiZm II cards.
Geometry
Accelerator
Card
Vertex
Data
Bus
Cable
RealiZm II
Card
Plastic
Shroud

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The following figure shows two RealiZm II cards.
The following figure shows three RealiZm II cards.
5. Use a quarter-inch nutdriver to remove the screws that secure the card(s) to the system
chassis. Retain the screws.
Clock Sync Cable
Geometry
Accelerator
Card
Vertex
Data
Bus
Cable
RealiZm II
Cards
Clock Sync Cable
Geometry
Accelerator
Card
Vertex
Data
Bus
Cable
RealiZm II
Cards
Plastic Shrouds
Plastic
Shrouds

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If you are installing a new Geometry Accelerator card, use a quarter-inch nutdriver to
remove the blanking plate from the slot into which you want to install the card. Retain the
screw.
6. Remove the installed card(s) from the system.
7. Install the new RealiZm II card(s) or Geometry Accelerator card in the slots from which
you removed the previously installed cards.
8. Install the screws that were previously removed to secure the RealiZm II or Geometry
Accelerator card(s) to the system chassis.
9. If you are installing or reinstalling a Geometry Accelerator card, connect the vertex data
bus cable between it and the RealiZm II card(s). Refer to the figure in step 4.
NOTE The connector of the vertex data bus cable can be installed in only one orientation.
10. If you are replacing RealiZm II cards in a multiple-screen configuration, connect the
clock sync cable between the RealiZm II cards. Refer to the figure in step 4.
CAUTION The clock sync cable installs only one way. Do not force the keyed connector. Ensure pin 1
of both cable connectors engages pin 1 on both card connectors. The black wire connects to
pin 4.
11. Close the system base unit.
12. Go to “Connecting Monitors to RealiZm II Cards” in Chapter 1 to connect the monitor
cables.
13. Restart the system and log on to the Windows NT operating system.
14. To recognize multiple screens, use Display in the Control Panel to configure the video
display driver. See “Configuring RealiZm II Video Display Properties” in Chapter 1 for
more information on video display properties.
Installing a Multiple-screen Upgrade
A multiple-screen upgrade provides components to upgrade your workstation from a single-
screen configuration to a dual- or triple-screen configuration. Verify that you have the
following items.
u RealiZm II cards
u Dual- or triple-screen vertex data bus cable (used only if optional Geometry Accelerator
is installed)
u Dual- or triple-screen clock sync cable
u Antistatic wrist strap
To install a multiple-screen upgrade, follow the instructions given in “Replacing RealiZm II
Cards or the Optional Geometry Accelerator Card.”