Nvidia 3D Vision Pro User manual

USER GUIDE
USER GUIDE
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Contents
Welcome 1
About this Guide 1
System Requirements 2
Safety Requirements 2
Epilepsy 3
Unpacking Equipment 5
Wireless Glasses 5
IR Emitter 7
Built-in IR Emitters 9
Wired Glasses 11
Installation And Setup 13
Download the Latest Software 13
Required Action Before You Start the Installation 13
Installation 14
Connecting the Display 14
Removing Current Display Drivers 18
Installing the Drivers and Software 19
NVIDIA Control Panel 21
Accessing the NVIDIA Control Panel 21
Set Up Stereoscopic 3D 22
Enable Stereoscopic 3D 22
Adjusting the Depth 23
Stereoscopic 3D Display Type 24
Change 3D laser Sight 24
Set Keyboard Shortcuts 25
Hide Stereoscopic 3D Effects When Game Starts 28
Test Stereoscopic 3D 29
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View Compatibility With Games 30
Advanced Information 33
Preset Configurations 33
Setting Your Own Shortcut Keys 34
Game Configuration Guidelines 35
Viewing Practices 35
Tips And Troubleshooting 37
3D Vision is not Working 37
Image is not Clear 38
Eyestrain/Headache 40
No Laser Sight 40
Allow your 120 Hz LCD to Warm Up 41
Compliance and Certifications 43
Important Safety Information 49

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WELCOME
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of NVIDIA®3D Vision,
a fully immersive stereoscopic 3D experience for your
PC. A combination of high-tech wireless glasses and
advanced software, the 3D Vision kit transforms
hundreds of PC games and digital photographs into an
eye popping, interactive experience. Just slip on the
stylish glasses, and pair them with a GeForce GPU
and 3D Vision-Ready display to see characters and
environments come to life on the screen. Give your
eyes something to talk about with 3D Vision.
3D Vision automatically transforms hundreds of PC
games into full stereoscopic 3D. Visit www.nvidia.
com/3dvision for a full list of supported games
and applications.
Note: It is important to register your NVIDIA product in
order to receive NVIDIA Customer Care online and phone
support. You can register at www.nvidia.com/3dvision/
register using the serial number found on the Welcome
card in your package.
About this Guide
This guide discusses the installation and operation of the NVIDIA
3D Vision hardware and software. There is a full section containing
usage tips and troubleshooting guidelines.
Please read through the safety precautions and recommended
viewing guidelines given on pages 3 and 4 under Safety Requirements .
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System Requirements
Before you begin, please review the following minimum system
requirements to ensure your PC meets the hardware requirements
necessary to enjoy the 3D Vision experience.
For a full list of System Requirements including supported NVIDIA
GPUs, 3D Vision-Ready LCDs, 3D Vision notebooks and other required
components, please visit www.nvidia.com/get3D and select System
Requirements.
Safety Requirements
Do not wear the wireless glasses in any situations that require
unimpaired visual perception. Do not use the glasses as sunglasses.
Under normal conditions, stereoscopic 3D viewing is safe for any
duration that you would normally view your display. However, some
people may experience discomfort. To minimise the potential for
experiencing visual problems or any adverse symptoms:
> Take the stereoscopic 3D medical test to verify your ability so see
stereoscopic 3D images.
> Maintain a distance no closer than 2 to 2.5 feet away from the
display. Viewing from too close a distance can strain your eyes.
> Take regular breaks, at least 5 minutes after every hour of
stereoscopic 3D viewing.
> Start with the depth at the default of 15%. As you get more
comfortable viewing stereoscopic 3D, you can increase the
depth amount.
> If you experience any of the following symptoms:
• nausea, dizziness, or queasiness,
• headache, or eyestrain,
• blurry vision,
• double vision that lasts longer than a few seconds,
Do not engage in any potentially hazardous activity (for example,
driving a vehicle) until your symptoms have completely gone away.
If symptoms persist, discontinue use and do not resume stereoscopic
3D viewing without discussing your symptoms
with a doctor.
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Epilepsy
WARNING!
IF YOU OR ANY MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY HAS A HISTORY OF
EPILEPSY, CONSULT A DOCTOR BEFORE USING COMPUTER
GAME PRODUCTS.
A small percentage of the population may experience
epileptic seizures when viewing certain types of TV images
or video games that contain flashing patterns of light.
The following people should consult a doctor before viewing
in stereoscopic 3D:
> Children under 5 years of age
> Anyone with a history of epilepsy, or who has a family
member with a history of epilepsy
> Anyone who has ever experienced epileptic seizures or
sensory disturbances triggered by flashing light effects.
WARNING!
SOME LIGHT PATTERNS MAY INDUCE SEIZURES IN PERSONS WITH
NO PRIOR HISTORY OF EPILEPSY. DISCONTINUE STEREOSCOPIC
3D USE IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS
WHILE VIEWING STEREOSCOPIC 3D IMAGES.
> Involuntary movements, eye or muscle twitching
> Muscle cramps
> Nausea, dizziness, or queasiness
> Convulsions
> Disorientation, confusion, or loss of awareness of
your surroundings
Do not engage in any potentially hazardous activity (for
example, driving a vehicle) until your symptoms have
completely gone away.
Do not resume stereoscopic 3D viewing without discussing
the symptoms with your doctor.

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UNPACKING EQUIPMENT 
UNPACKING EQUIPMENT
Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA 3D Vision box, it is a good idea
to make sure you meet all the system requirements (page 2) for a
smooth installation.
Be sure to inspect each piece of equipment shipped in the packing
box. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your reseller.
Wireless Glasses
Charging the Glasses
Note: We recommended that you fully charge your glasses
now since it will take approximately three hours to complete.
The wireless glasses hold approximately 40-hours of gaming
per full charge.
The wireless glasses require periodic charging. To charge the
glasses, use one of the USB cables that came with the kit. Plug one
end into the glasses and the other to any USB port on your system.
You can also use a USB wall adapter to charge your glasses. Charge
your glasses until the Amber charge light goes out. You can use
wireless glasses while they are being charged.
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Do not block this side of your glasses.
It must be in-line-of-sight with the IR
emitter
ON button
Indicator Light: To check the battery
life, press the ON button.
If the indicator light is:
Green: Up to 40 hours of battery life.
Red: Flashing red indicates two hours
or less battery life
Amber LED: Light flashes amber
when charging. Solid amber when
fully charged.
USB connection to charge glasses
If you are charging the wireless glasses by connecting them to your
PC using a USB cable, make sure your PC does not go into power
save mode. When your PC goes into power save mode, the wireless
glasses are no longer charging. To fix this, disable any power saving
options on your PC under the Windows Control Panel. Alternatively,
you can use a USB wall charging device to charge the glasses directly
from your wall power outlet without connecting to the PC. You can
use your glasses while they are charging.
Using the Glasses
It is a good idea to keep the glasses in the protective pouch when you
are not using them. When wearing your glasses, you must be in-line-
of-sight with the IR emitter. Press the ON button to turn the glasses
on. The glasses turn off automatically when there is no activity.
Caution: The wireless glasses are not prescription eye wear,
sunglasses, nor a protective goggle. Do not use the glasses
for any general eye wear purposes (e.g., driving, reading,
protection from sunlight or ultraviolet light, etc.) as such use
may result in injury.
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UNPACKING EQUIPMENT 
Changing the Nose Piece
Your wireless glasses come with three interchangeable nose pieces
to give you a comfortable fit. Simply pull out the current nose piece
and insert the one that fits you best.
Pull the nose piece out as shown and
snap another nose piece in place
USB IR Emitter
(included with the 3D Vision glasses kit)
3D Vision products such as desktop monitors, projectors, and some
3D Vision notebooks use the USB IR emitter to communicate to the 3D
Vision glasses. Please view the diagrams below for information on
how to use your USB IR emitter.
Note: Some 3D Vision Notebook have a built-in 3D Vision IR
emitter. Please check with your notebook manufacturer to
determine if you need the USB IR emitter.
There is a thumbwheel on the back of the emitter that can be used to
increase/decrease depth in a game.
3D Vision ON/OFF switch
Thumbwheel to adjust stereoscopic
depth in-game
VESA stereo cable connection to display
(For use with DLP HDTV displays only.)
Power indicator light
USB connection to your computer
The effective range of the IR Emitter is 15 feet.

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 WARNING: Infrared Device Safety
CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT
This product includes an Infrared light-emitting diodes for
transmitting signals from the controller to the glasses.
Although this invisible beam is not considered harmful, and
complies with EN60825-1 (IEC60825-1), we recommend the
following precaution: when the Infrared device is transmitting:
> Do not stare into the emitter
> Do not view directly with optical instruments
No parts in the device may be serviced by the user.

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3D (Triangle Down)
Decrease stereoscopic 3D depth
3D (Power Button)
3D Vision ON/OFF button
3D (Triangle Up)
Increase stereoscopic 3D depth
Built-in 3D Vision IR Emitter
The minimum viewing distance
from the emitter is 9 inches (23 cm).
Location of emitter may vary
depending on notebook.
Built-in IR Emitters
3D Vision products with Built-In IR Emitters do not require the USB
IR emitter and will communicate directly with the 3D Vision glasses.
Please view the diagrams below for now to use 3D Vision you’re your
product.
3D Vision Notebooks
Most 3D Vision Notebooks will have special function hot keys on the
laptop for controlling 3D Vision, just like the hot keys for controlling
brightness or audio volume. These hot keys. Please check with
your manufacturer to ensure your laptop has the 3D Vision hot keys
pictured below.
Note: The effective range of the notebook Built-in IR Emitter
is 10 feet.

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 3D Vision LCD monitors and All-In-One PCs
Most 3D Vision LCD monitors and All-in-One PCs will not have keys
for controlling 3D Vision when playing 3D content. You can control 3D
using the following keyboard shortcuts:
> 3D ON/OFF – CTRL-T
> Increase stereoscopic 3D depth – CTRL-F4
> Decrease stereoscopic 3D depth – CTRL-F3
Note: The effective range of the Desktop LCD Built-in IR Emitter
is 15 feet. The effective range of the All-In-One PC Built-in IR
emitter is 10 feet.

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Wired Glasses
3D Vision Wired Glasses are designed to work with 3D Vision-Ready
displays. The Wired Glasses do not use the USB IR Emitter that
comes with 3D Vision Wireless Glasses kits and 3D Vision Notebooks.
USB Cable
This cable is permanently
attached to the Wired Glasses
and is not a removable cable.
You can use USB extender
cables to increase the length
of this cable.
USB Plug
Ensure the 3D Vision
Controller Driver is
installed before plugging
in the Wired Glasses.
Indicator Lights
No driver installed
3D Off; driver installed properly
3D On
Nose piece
Replace with one
of three sizes for a
comfortable fit.
Note: You can toggle 3D On/Off and adjust 3D Depth using 3D
Vision’s keyboard shortcuts. Please consult the User Guide
available online at www.nvidia.com/Get3D for more information.

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 Changing the Nose Pieces
Your wireless glasses come with three interchangeable nose pieces
to give you a comfortable fit. Simply pull out the current nose piece
and insert the one that fits you best.
Securing Wired Glasses
3D Vision Wired Glasses can also be secured to be a PC using the
notch in the USB plug and notebook security devices. NVIDIA has
tested Kensington notebook security devices to attach the glasses to
a PC tower or table.
Pull the nose piece out as shown and
snap another nose piece in place.
USB
Security device cut out location

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
Installing the hardware and software to your computer
system is pretty straightforward.
Note: Before beginning the installation, make sure your
wireless glasses are fully charged. See Charging the Glasses
on page 6.
Download the Latest Software
Required Action Before You Start the Installation
If your notebook with built-in 3D Vision IR Emitter includes NVIDIA 3D
Vision glasses, drivers are already installed on your notebook 120Hz.
Please launch the "Set up 3D Vision" shortcut on your Windows
desktop to set up 3D the first time.
120Hz
If your LCD monitor includes NVIDIA 3D Vision glasses in the box or
you want to ensure you have the latest drivers for your LCD monitor,
visit www.nvidia.com/3DUpdate to download the latest drivers.
If you purchase Wired Glasses kit, you must download the driver CD
from www.nvidia.com/3DUpdate.

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Connecting the Display
(skip this step if you are using a 3D Vision notebook)
1. Connect your 3D Vision Ready display to your NVIDIA graphics
card. The display you connect must be a 3D Vision Ready LCD or
analogue CRT display. For LCDs use the dual-link DVI-to-DVI
cable supplied with the display.
Note: Connect ONLY the display now. The driver and software
must be installed prior to connecting the USB IR Emitter.
See the following pages for connection diagrams.

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DLP HDTV Connection Diagram
Note: Check your DLP’s user manual to see if there is a specific
HDMI port used to connect a PC to your HDTV. In addition,
change the input mode on the TV’s menu to be PC or Computer
to ensure the TV can process the video signal correctly.
Note: The DVI-to-HDMI Cable is not included with your 3D Vision kit.
Please obtain one from a computer or electronics store.
IR Emitter
PC
DLP
HDMI Port
VESA 3-pin
stereo cable
3D Glasses
Emitter Port
DVI-to-HDMI Cable
DO NOT MAKE THIS
CONNECTION UNTIL
TOLD TO DO SO BY THE
INSTALL WIZARD
USB Cable
USB DVI

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 120 Hz LCD Connection Diagram for USB IR Emitter
IR Emitter
PC
LCD
DVI
DO NOT MAKE THIS
CONNECTION UNTIL TOLD
TO DO SO BY THE INSTALL
WIZARD
USB Cable
Dual Link DVI cable
(supplied with the display)
USB DVI