Nvidia GeForce FX Series User manual

GeForce FX Series
GeForce FX 5200 / 5600 / 5800 / 5900 GPU
User's Manual

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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
·System Requirements
· Pack Checklist
· Features List
· Supported High Resolution Graphics Modes
· Back Panel Connectors
Chapter 2. Hardware and Software Installation
· Hardware Installation
· Software Installation
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting

Chapter 1. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the FX Series graphics accelerator! The FX Series
sets itself apart with unprecedented performance that is boosted by a unique
128-bit Memory Bus configuration. Built around the power of NVIDIA's
renowned GPU chipset, the FX Series boasts unparalleled power and efficien-
cy, as well as a very high rate of hardware/software component integration.
Also included is NVIDIA's nView technology allowing users maximum flexibility
and control when enhancing 3D effects and configuring multi-display envi-
ronments.
System requirements
Before installation the following conditions are required in your system:
· The processor must be an Intel Pentium® processor or compatible system
· The OS must be one of the following: Windows® 9X/ ME/ 2000/ NT/ XP.
Attention: If you are using Windows® NT, you need to install Service
Pack 3 or above.
· You must use an LCD or CRT monitor or TV
· You must have an empty AGP Slot which supports AGP 2.0 (2X/4X) or AGP
3.0 (8X) on your mainboard
· Your system must include a CD-ROM drive (for software installation)
· You must have more then 15 MB space on your hard disk
· Your system must have 64 MB or above Memory

Pack Checklist
The following items should be included in the pack:
· The VGA card
· User's manual
· CD-ROM containing drivers and utilities
· CD-ROM WinDVD or PowerDVD and Power Director (optional)
· Two Retail Games (optional)
· AV Cable
· S Cable (optional)
· DVI to D-Sub Adapter (optional)
· S to AV Cable
· VIVO Adapter (optional)

Features List
The following is a features list for the FX 5200/ FX 5200 Ultra/ FX 5600/ FX
5600 Ultra/ FX 5800/ FX 5800 Ultra/ FX 5900/ FX 5900 Ultra graphics cards:
· NVIDIA FX 5200/ FX 5600/ FX 5800/ FX 5900 GPU
· CineFX Engine
· Intellisample Technology *
· nView Technology
· Complete DX 9.0 support and earlier versions
· Full OpenGL 1.4 support and earlier versions
· DX 9.0 pixel shader 2.0+ support
· DX 9.0 vertex shader 2.0+ support
· Z-correct bump-mapping
· UDA (Unified Driver Architecture)
· DDR-II **
· AGP 8X/ 4X/ 2X Support
* GeForce FX 5600/ FX 5800/ FX 5900 only
** GeForce FX 5800 only
Supported High Resolution Graphics Modes
Resolution Colours Vertical Refresh Rate
640 x 480 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
800 x 600 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
1024 x 768 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1152 x 864 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1280 x 1024 8/16/32 bits 100 Hz
1600 x 1200 8/16/32 bits 85 Hz
1920 x 1200 8/16/32 bits 75 Hz
2048 x 1536 8/16/32 bits 60Hz

Back Panel Connectors
This section describes the back panel on your graphics card. Note that your
card may vary slightly from the diagram below depending on the model.
VGA Output Connector
This connector is a standard DB 15-pin, VGA (Virtual Graphics Array) connec-
tor used to attach directly to a VGA compatible CRT or LCD monitor. Simply
attach your monitor cable to the VGA output connector on the card, making
sure that it is secure before applying power. Refer to your monitor manual for
further information on how to adjust your picture within the display.

Video Input & Video Output
You can use the S-Video connector to send and receive video signals to and
from video devices that use standard AV cables such as video cam recorders
or DVD players. However, you must use the VIVO adapter which is supplied
in the box when your card supports video input / video output functionality.
At one end of this adapter is the S-Video connector that you attach to the
card. The other end will have up to 4 connectors which may include one or
all of the following connectors: S-Video-In, S-Video-Out, Video-In (AV) and
Video-Out (AV). Attach AV video devices to either the video-in connector or
video-out connector depending on your needs.
Note: In order to use the Video-In functionality, you must have installed the
WDM drivers (for VIVO use) from the Setup CD-ROM (see software installa-
tion section). Then you need to install a video editing program which sup-
ports WDM, to display video data received on your Video-In port. If you are
only using Video out functionality, you do not need to install the drivers. Also
note that you must use the audio connectors on the mainboard to transmit
audio signals.

S-Video Output Connector
The S-Video output connector is used to send video signals to S-Video com-
patible display devices. S-Video technology uses separate channels for colour
and brightness providing sharper, clearer images for display devices. Connect
the S-Video cable to the card and the display device, making sure that both
ends are secure before you power on the system and monitor.
DVI Connector
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector uses DVI technology to provide
high speed digital video signals for digital display devices such as flat panel
LCD displays. Connect the monitor cable to the DVI connector on the card,
making sure it is secure before turning on the power. See the monitor docu-
mentation for further configuration options.

Chapter 2.
Hardware and Software Installation
Hardware Installation
Please refer to the following steps.
* If your mainboard has any onboard VGA capability,
disable it before installation.
1. Remove all previous video card driver installations.
2. Shut down the computer and remove the computer case panels.
3. Remove any existing graphic card installed on your mainboard.
4. Press the new card into the AGP slot (usually a brown colour) and make
sure it is firmly installed. Then secure the card with a bracket screw.
5. Insert any other cards that needs to be installed, attach all the cables,
install all other devices, and close the computer case panels.
6. Turn on the computer. You are now ready to install the driver. Proceed to
the software installation section.
* This figure is for reference only.
Your system will vary according to brand and model.

Software Installation
Place the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The auto-run program will
automatically execute and display the main screen (as shown above). Use
your left mouse button to click any of the option buttons to execute one of
the functions described below.
· Detonator Drivers - Install the official NVIDIA driver.
· WDM (for VIVO only) - Install the driver for Video-In/Out functionality.
· Overclock Tool - Install VGA overclocking utilities. (Use at your own risk)
· Browse this CD - This button allows you to browse the entire directory
structure of this CD-ROM.
· DirectX - Installs the Microsoft Developer Multimedia libraries. See section B
for details.
· Acrobat Reader - Installs the Reader for the Manual.
· Exit - Exits the Setup program.
* The screens and images are only for general reference. The version
of the screens you received with your software may vary slightly.

A. Install the Windows Detonator XP Driver
The Windows Detonator XP Driver is the official NVIDA driver. When you click
the button, the program will automatically detect your operating system ver-
sion and begin the installation procedure. This driver will optimize and
enhance your video graphics.
Step 1
Step 2
Click the "Detonator Drivers" button
to begin installation of the driver.
Select your desired driver version.
Click "Next" to continue with the
installation.
Click "Yes" to accept the licensing and
to continue with the installation.
Click "Continue Anyway" to
continue with the installation.

Step 3
Step 4
This screen signals the completion of the installation. Select "No" to
restart your computer at a later time. Then press "Finish".
Install the VIVO driver by clicking this button which will begin a setup
wizard. When the installation is complete, restart your computer. When
your VGA card doesn't have this function, you don't need to install this
driver.

Step 5
Step 6
Return to this screen after rebooting your system. Press the "Overclock
Tools" button to continue with the configuration.
When this window displays, double click this icon.

Step 7
Step 8
Press "Yes" to update the registry entries.
Restart your computer.

B. DirectX Installation
DirectX is a set of Multimedia libraries developed by Microsoft ®. By using the
DirectX Software you can enhance your system providing advanced multime-
dia features. The latest DirectX version brings you the most recent 3D tech-
nology, supporting most on-line games and multimedia applications. DirectX
also provides advanced audio features.
Step 1
Step 2
Click the "DirectX" but-
ton to install the DirectX
software.
Click "Next" to continue with the
installation.
Click "Yes" to accept the licensing.

Step 3
Click "Finish" to complete the installation.

C. Configuring the display
This section will describe the video card display configuration using, as an
example, a GeForce FX 5600 video card with a Windows XP operating system.
This section only provides general information for each screen. Access the
www.nvidia.com website for additional information and tutorials on configur-
ing the nView system.
1. Beginning with the "Start" button, select -> Settings -> Control Panel ->
Display. The screen below will display. Select the "Settings" tab.
2. When the "Settings" information appears, press the "Advanced" button.

3. On the next screen press the "GeForce FX 5600" tab. Then press the
"Additional Properties" button.
4. From the "3D Antialiasing Settings" tab (below), you can configure your
antiliasing options. Use the "Direct3D Settings" tab to configure Direct3D
options.