Nvidia GeForce GT220 User manual

Video-PX220GT-EX / Video-PX210-LX /
Video-PX638-Twin / Video-PX628-DLP/
Video-PX638-DLP
NVIDIA GeForce™GT220 / 210
User’s Manual
Version 1.00
Copyright © 2010 Jaton Corporation, USA

Contents
INTRODUCTION......................................................................... 4
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS......................................... 6
SYSTEM REQUIREMENT ........................................................ 11
CHECK LIST............................................................................. 11
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION.................................................... 12
DISPLAY DEVICES OUTPUT .................................................. 14
HARDWARE INSTALLATION.................................................. 17
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ........................................................ 17
STEPS:........................................................................................ 17
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION................................................... 19
áWINDOWS®7AND VISTA DRIVER INSTALLATION.................... 19
áWINDOWS®XP DRIVER INSTALLATION.................................. 22
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE...................................................... 25
TECHNICAL SUPPORT................................................................... 27
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE .......................................... 27
LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................. 29
OTHER LIMITS.............................................................................. 30
EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION ............................................................... 31
OTHER STATEMENTS.................................................................... 31
TERMS AND CONDITIONS.............................................................. 31

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SERVICES AGREEMENT:................................................................ 32
ENTIRE OBLIGATION..................................................................... 32
REDUCING WARRANTY CLAIM REJECTIONS..................... 33

Introduction
Today’s digital world is demanding and you need a PC that can
keep up. With the NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 220/210 graphics
card, clean up and post your home videos faster, make your
ordinary DVDs look like HD, and play popular games with better
performance. Get more for your money with GeForce GT
220/210 graphics and equip your PC for the digital world.
Gorgeous Graphics
Modern games and 3D applications demand more graphics
performance than ever before and integrated graphics simply
aren’t good enough. The GeForce GT 220/210 packs 48
processing cores into a compact power efficient design
delivering up to 37x the performance1of integrated solutions! If
you want to play popular games like World of Warcraft, Spore,
Sims3, Left 4 Dead or Fallout3, the GeForce GT 220/210 is an
essential addition to your PC.
Fantastic Video
Get all the video processing power that your digital lifestyle
requires. Clean up home video 4x faster and post to Facebook
with the GeForce GT 220/210. Convert your video and put it on
your iPod in minutes instead of hours3or make your DVDs look
like HD. Does your PC have a CPU powerful enough to playback
high definition Blu-Ray Movies? It doesn’t matter, the GeForce
GT 220/210 can playback any Blu Ray Movie with any modern
CPU4.
Premium Windows 7 Experience
Graphics processing units (GPUs) are an essential element of
today’s PCs, enabling more visual and more interactive
experiences. As a leader in visual computing and the inventor of
the GeForce GPU, NVIDIA worked closely with Microsoft on the
development of Windows 7 to ensure that its GPUs take full
advantage of the great new features and functionality. If you use
your PC to enhance photos, watch or edit videos, play games, or
if you simply desire a fast and efficient graphical interface,
NVIDIA GPUs will surely delight your senses and offer a
premium experience for Windows 7.

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1Compared to Intel G45. Measured using 3DMark Vantage, Performance Pre-set on a Pentium Dual Core E5200 system
with 2GB RAM, Vista SP1.
2Compared to E8200 CPU with no GPU. Measured using MotionDSP vReveal on G31 system with 2GB RAM, Vista SP1.
3Comparison made using 30min 720p video clip on a Core2 Duo E8200, G31 system with 2GB RAM, Vista SP1. CPU test run on
Apple
iTunes. GPU test run on Elemental Technologies Badaboom.
4Intel Atom CPU or better.

Features and Specifications
•NVIDIA Unified Graphics Architecture
Fully unified graphics core dynamically allocates work to
geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations,
delivering superior graphics processing power.
•NVIDIA® CUDA™ Parallel Computing Architecture2
Massively parallel computing architecture provides
unprecedented levels of general processing power
increasing performance up to 20x over CPUs.
•DirectCompute Support
Full support for DirectCompute, Microsoft’s GPU
computing API.
•OpenCL Support
Full support for OpenCL GPU computing API.
•Microsoft Windows 7 Support
Windows 7 is the next generation operating system that
will mark a dramatic improvement in the way the OS
takes advantage of the graphics processing unit (GPU)
to provide a more compelling user experience. By taking
advantage of the GPU for both graphics and computing,
Windows 7 will not only make today’s PCs more visual
and more interactive but also ensure that they have the
speed and responsiveness customers want.
•NVIDIA® PhysX® Technology1
GeForce GPU support for NVIDIA PhysX technology,
enabling a totally new class of physical gaming
interaction for a more dynamic and realistic experience
with GeForce.
•PCI Express 2.0 Support
Designed for the new PCI Express 2.0 bus architecture
offering the highest data transfer speeds for the most
bandwidth-hungry games and 3D applications, while

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maintaining backwards compatibility with existing PCI
Express motherboards for the broadest support.
•GigaThread™ Technology
Massively multi-threaded architecture supports
thousands of independent, simultaneous threads,
providing extreme processing efficiency in advanced,
next generation shader programs.
•NVIDIA® Lumenex™ Engine
Delivers stunning image quality and floating point
accuracy at ultra-fast frame rates.
•16x Anti-aliasing Technology
Lightning fast, high-quality anti-aliasing at up to 16x
sample rates obliterates jagged edges.
•128-bit floating point High
Dynamic-Range (HDR) Lighting
Twice the precision of prior generations for incredibly
realistic lighting effects— with support for anti-aliasing.
•NVIDIA® GeForce® Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
Delivers a proven record of compatibility, reliability, and
stability with the widest range of games and applications.
GeForce drivers provide the best out-of-box experience
for every user and deliver continuous performance and
feature updates over the life of GeForce GPUs.
•NVIDIA® PureVideo® HD Technology3
The combination of high-definition video decode
acceleration and post-processing that delivers
unprecedented picture clarity, smooth video, accurate
color, and precise image scaling for movies and video.
•Hardware Decode Acceleration
Provides ultra-smooth playback of H.264, VC-1, WMV,
DivX, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 HD and SD movies without
the need for a dual or quad-core CPU.

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•Dual-stream Hardware Acceleration
Supports picture-in-picture content for the ultimate
interactive Blu-ray and HD DVD movie experience.
•Dynamic Contrast Enhancement & Color Stretch
Provides post-processing and optimization of High
Definition movies on a scene by scene basis for
spectacular picture clarity.
•Enhanced Error Resilience
Correct errors or losses in broadcast content to ensure
crisp, high quality playback.
•Advanced Spatial-Temporal De-Interlacing
Sharpens HD and standard definition interlaced content
on progressive displays, delivering a crisp, clear picture
that rivals high-end home-theater systems.
•High-Quality Scaling
Enlarges lower resolution movies and videos to HDTV
resolutions, while maintaining a clear, clean image. Also
provides downscaling of videos, including high-definition,
while preserving image detail.
•Inverse Telecine (3:2 & 2:2 Pulldown Correction)
Recovers original film images from films-converted-to-
video (DVDs, 1080i HD content), providing more
accurate movie playback and superior picture quality.
•Bad Edit Correction
When videos are edited, the edits can disrupt the normal
3:2 or 2:2 pulldown cadence. PureVideo uses advanced
processing techniques to detect poor edits, recover the
original content, and display perfect picture detail frame
after frame for smooth, natural looking video.
•Noise Reduction
Improves movie image quality by removing unwanted
artifacts.

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•Edge Enhancement
Sharpens movie images by providing higher contrast
around lines and objects.
•Microsoft® DirectX® 10.1 Support
DirectX 10.1 GPU with Shader Model 4.1 support.
•OpenGL® 3.0 Optimization and Support
Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for
OpenGL applications.
•Dual 400MHz RAMDACs
Blazing-fast RAMDACs support dual QXGA displays
with ultra-high, ergonomic refresh rates–up to
2048x1536@85Hz.
•Dual-link DVI Support
Able to drive industry’s largest and highest resolution
flat-panel displays up to 2560x1600 and with support for
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).
•HDMI 1.3a Support
Fully integrated support for HDMI 1.3a including xvYCC,
Deep color and 7.1 digital surround sound.
•Dual-link HDCP Capable4
Designed to meet the output protection management
(HDCP) and security specifications of the Blu-ray Disc
format, allowing the playback of encrypted movie
content on PCs when connected to HDCP-compliant
displays.
1NVIDIA PhysX drivers are required to experience in-game GPU PhysX acceleration. Refer to
www.nvidia.com/PhysX for more information.
2Requires application support for CUDA technology.
3Feature requires supported video software. Features may vary by product.
4Requires other HDCP-compatible components.

Operating Systems
•Built for Microsoft Windows 7, Vista
•Windows XP
Compatibility
•NVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
•Fully compliant with OpenGL including OpenGL 3.1
•Microsoft DirectX 9, 10
•WHQL-certified for Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

System Requirement
•Intel Pentium® P4 or compatible system with PCI-
Express Bus (x16) Extension Slot or PCI slot (depend on
card purchased)
•CD-ROM drive, Quad speed or faster
•Hard Drive with at least 200MB Free space
•MS Windows® 7/Vista/XP operating system
•Minimum 300 Watt power supply (Minimum
recommended power supply with +12 Volt current rating
of 20 Amp Amps.)
Check List
•Video-PX220GT-EX, Video-PX210-LX, Video-PX638-
Twin, Video-PX628-DLP or Video-PX638-DLP
Multimedia Accelerator
•Converter cable – converts MD-9pin to DB-15 VGA
cable (part# CB15D0004) – Video-PX638-Twin
•LFH 59 pin to Dual DVI adapter cable (part#
CB59D0001) – Video-PX628-DLP, Video-PX638-DLP
•Display Port to HDMI adapter (part# JAADP2HDMI) –
Video-PX210-LX
•DVI to VGA converter - Video-PX220GT-EX, Video-
PX210-LX
•Software & Documents CD
•Quick Start Guide (Printed)

Hardware Description
Video-PX220GT-EX
Video-PX210-LX

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Video-PX638-Twin
Video-PX628-DLP / Video-PX638-DLP
Product name / PCB version Core Chipset PCB Size Memory Size
Video-PX220GT-EX 82618A NVIDIA GeForce GT220 W=6.60” X H=4.376” 64M X 16 DDR3 1GB
Video-PX210-LX 82628B NVIDIA GeForce 210 W=6.60” X H=2.713” 64M X 16 DDR2 512MB
Video-PX638-Twin 82638E NVIDIA GeForce GT220 W=6.875” X H=2.78” 64M X 16 DDR2 1GB
Video-PX628-DLP 82628F NVIDIA GeForce 210 W=6.60” X H=2.713” 64M X 16 DDR2 512MB
Video-PX638-DLP 82638F NVIDIA GeForce GT220 W=6.875” X H=2.713” 64M X 16 DDR2 1GB
Accessories for VGA cards are sold separately. Please go to
http://www.anvshopper.net for details

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Display Devices Output
Video-PX220GT-EX

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Video-PX210-LX

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Video-PX638-Twin
Video-PX628-DLP / Video-PX638-DLP

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Hardware Installation
Installation Procedures
!! WARNING!!
Discharge static electricity by
touching the GROUND such
as metal part of your case
connected with good power
ground before you handle the
electronic circuit boards.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage, caused directly
or indirectly, by improper installation of any components by unauthorized
service personnel. If you do not feel comfortable performing the
installation, consult with a qualified computer technician.
Steps:
1. Turn OFF all powers to your system, including any peripherals (printer,
external drives, modem, etc.).
2. Disconnect the power cord and the monitor cable from the back of the
computer.
3. Unfasten the cover mounting screws on your system and remove the
system cover. Refer to your system user manual for instructions to
determine the location of the mounting screws.
4. Remove the retaining screw that holds the slot cover in place. Slide
the slot cover out and put the screw aside (you will need it to secure
the adapter).
5. To install the adapter in PCI-E expansion slot, carefully line up the
gold-fingered edge connector on the adapter directly above the
expansion slot connector on the motherboard. Then press the adapter
into place, completely. Use the (remaining) screw you removed to
secure the adapter-retaining bracket in place.
6. Replace the computer cover. Secure the cover with the mounting
screws you removed in Step 3.
You have now completed the installation of your new graphics adapter on your
system.

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Upgrade Steps:
Add or change your video adapter to an existing system, you
may precede a few steps before you install the new hardware
and software (video display driver). The followings are some of
the considerations:
1. To add a new adapter, ensure the mainboard has available
IRQ for new devices, and there is no conflict between each
other.
2. If you try adding this video adapter to an ALL-IN-ONE
mainboard (which video port built-in already), then you have
to disable that port first – 1) In the . Otherwise, that will be a
problem for the new video adapter setup.
3. The driver installation for system upgrade is the same as
below, if error occurs when you proceed to step 1, 2 or 3,
please consult with your system dealer or the existing
hardware manufacturer support.

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Software Installation
á Windows ® 7 and Vista Driver Installation
InstallShield®Program:
Microsoft Windows® 7 and Vista detects this new hardware and places
appropriate display driver from its system folder automatically - it doesn’t
matter if you have added a new driver or changed the existing one. To
maximize the video board acceleration and increase its performance,
you may install the manufacturer’s display driver as follows:
1. Click Yes to continue

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2. Click on “Next” to continue the process.
3. Click on “Yes” to agree to license agreement and continue.