3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User`s Manual
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1. 1 Open Display in the Control Panel 2 Inthe Display Properties Control Panel click the Settings tab A dialog box appears displaying two monitor icons 3 Select the monitor icon labeled 2 Display Properties Background Screen Saver Appearance Web Effects Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors Display 2 Default Monitor on 3Dlabs Wildcat VP550 y Colors Screen area True Color 32 bit y lis More I 1024 by 768 pixels Use this device as the primary monitor IV Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Identify Troubleshoot am 4 Click the checkbox next to the option Extend my Windows desktop onto this Monitor 5 Click Apply to accept the change 6 Ifyou wish to use OpenGL applications across both monitors then you should also apply the following steps a Make sure that both monitors are set to the same screen area and that the Colors values are set the same for both monitors You must also ensure that monitor is directly to the left of monitor 2 this is the default state b Click the Advanced button and then click the 3Dlabs tab c Click the Advanced button and then click the OpenGL tab 10 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Software Configuration d Click the Dual Monitor OpenGL Options button and then click the checkbox next to the option Enable Dual Mo2. If you have trouble using your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card or a 3D application you may find the answer to your problem in the following sections Always start your problem solving efforts with the simplest solution and work up to the more complex ones Monitors and Display Resolutions Question My monitor is either blank or the displayed image is distorted scrambled or smaller than I expected Solution If the monitor is blank be sure that your system and monitor are plugged in and turned on Is the monitor s power cord attached securely Check each component s documentation for the location and use of power connectors and switches Solution Make sure that your video cable is connected securely to the monitor and to the correct monitor connector on your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card See your monitor documentation and Chapter Installation in this document Solution Your card might not be seated properly in the appropriate slot Remove and reinstall your card as described in Chapter 1 Installation Remember to use the anti static wrist strap when opening your system and handling the card Question The performance of and or the available resolutions for my 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card are not what I expected Solution The 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card driver may not have installed fully or a file may have been corrupted Try installing the driver again Solution You may have selected a display setting that is inc
3. 1 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 01 10 2002 28 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 SHE declares that the product Product Name Wildcat VP880 Pro Graphics Accelerator Card conforms to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity IEC 61000 4 11 EN 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 06 03 03 EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992
4. 2 this device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 21 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat VP560 Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compat
5. 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 VCCI V 4 99 05 ield Emissions VCCI V 4 99 05 AS NZS 3548 1995 ield Emissions AS NZS 3548 1995 Date of Declaration Issued by 5 Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 29 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat VP880 Pro Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions
6. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult 3Dlabs or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance Compliance with FCC Rules requires that a shielded cable be used to connect to other equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le material brouilleur du Canada 3Dlabs Inc makes no representation that the use of its products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights nor do descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make use or sell equipment or software in accordance with the description Specifications Subject to Change With Notice P N 62 000009 001 Rev C ii 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual CONTENTS Introduction orte e feet deett eet e iv Welcome C V System Requirement
7. EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility as amended by Council Directive 92 31 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 06 03 2003 30 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declares that the product Product Name wildcat Wildcat VP990 Pro Graphics Accelerator Card conforms to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emission
8. V Chapter 1 iaa 1 _ _________ _ __ _ _ _ ___ ___ 2 Before you begin your installation essen ener 2 Installing your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card 2 Connecting one or more VGA or Digital Video Interface DVI monitors 4 Attaching a 5 1 4 Installing the Driver Software i uit idees es ert eto ae er edente a rie ede ae t tud 5 To install your 3Dlabs Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows 98 Me driver 5 To install the driver for 3ds max sse eene 5 Registering Your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card pp 6 Chapter 2 Software Configuration enne ener innen 7 The 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card Driver Ne 8 Configuring your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card for Stereo Viewing 11 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting pp 13 Troubleshooting E OR ERE CREER 14 Monitors and Display Resolutions pp 14 Systems and Networks et ee nt nie ce eee Ead ee 14 C 15 Appendix B Software License Ne 16 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT cssssscosssssrssssssssseccsserssossnssssenensenesononsens 17 18 Appendix C Regulatory Statements pe 20 de 34 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphi
9. driver software lets you optimize the working relationship between your card your system and your applications e The 3Dlabs Display Control Panel allows you to customize and create driver settings e taskbar based Configuration Manager provides quick and convenient access to most of the Display e Control Panel features and allows you to quickly switch between alternative driver settings The Task Bar based Configuration Manager When you install your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card and software the 3Dlabs logo appears in your system tray also called the taskbar Right click on the logo or left click if you ve altered the default mouse setup to access the Display Configuration Manager and its shortcuts to these configuration tools Remove from System Tray kill Select Optimized DirectX Application gt Select Optimized OpenGL Application gt Change Display Resolution Acuity Window Manager Go to 3Dlabs Website Pop up the display panel Acuity Driver Information Remove from System Tray lets you turn off this task bar utility You can enable it or access the same driver configuration options through the Display Control Panel Go to 3Dlabs Website takes you directly to www 3dlabs com through your existing Internet connection Pop up the Display Panel reaches the 3Dlabs section on the display control panel Acuity Driver Information provides quick access to information about your card configu
10. have any questions concerning this AGREEMENT please write to 3Dlabs Inc 480 Potrero Avenue Sunnyvale California 94086 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 19 APPENDIX REGULATORY STATEMENTS Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 SHE declares that the product Product Name Wildcat VP560 Graphics Accelerator Card conforms to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class B AS aa cae Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B AS NZS 554901995 Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity 61000 4 11 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 24 10 02 Date of Declaration Issued by gt Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and
11. limits 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 VCCI V 4 99 05 ield Emissions VCCI V 4 99 05 AS NZS 3548 1995 ield Emissions AS NZS 3548 1995 Issued by _ 5 Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 23 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat VP760 Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Ra
12. menus audible prompts and tone sequences Such SOFTWARE and FEATURES constitute copyrighted property proprietary to 3Dlabs Inc or its licensors and 3Dlabs Inc or its licensors retain title to the SOFTWARE excluding media on which recorded FEATURES all copies thereof and all intellectual property rights therein No title to the SOFTWARE FEATURES any copies thereof or any intellectual property rights therein are transferred to you You are hereby granted for your own internal use only a nontransferable nonexclusive perpetual revocable license to use one 1 copy of the SOFTWARE and FEATURES on the computer on which the SOFTWARE was originally mounted or installed Except as specifically authorized by this AGREEMENT you may not copy the SOFTWARE or FEATURES for any purpose except that you may make a use one 1 copy of the SOFTWARE solely for backup purposes You shall not whether through the use of disassemblers or any other means whatsoever including but not limited to manual mechanical or electrical means reverse engineer decompile disassemble destroy disable derive rules of protocol embodied in the SOFTWARE or derive source code from the SOFTWARE OR FEATURES or attempt to permit any third party to do any of the foregoing Any attempt to do any of the foregoing shall be a material breach of this AGREEMENT and the license granted herein which shall immediately entitle 3Dlabs Inc to exercise any remedy that may exist at law
13. of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 31 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat Wildcat VP990 Pro Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility as amended by Council Directive 92 31 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 26 02 2003 32 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Power Consumption Regulatory Statements Wildcat VP560 29 05mA Y VDDQ 5 67A 3v3V 65 30mA 5V 135 60mA 12V Wildcat VP760 29 4mA VDDQ 4A 3v3V 30mA 5V 440mA 12V Wildcat VP870 30mA VDDQ 3v3V 30mA 5V 450m
14. 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 3D 7 0s A CREATIVE Company www 3dlabs com Copyright 2003 by 3Dlabs 3Dlabs and Wildcat are trademarks or registered trademarks of 3Dlabs Inc Ltd in the United States and or other countries All other brand and product names are either trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holder and are hereby recognized as such Caution Changes or modifications to your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card not expressly approved by 3Dlabs voids the user s warranty FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If product is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual it may cause harmful interference to radio communications however there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3
15. A 12V Wildcat VP970 30mA VDDQ 3v3V 30mA 5V 450mA 12V Wildcat VP880 Pro 30mA VDDQ 6 4A 3v3V 0 66A 5V 100mA 12V Wildcat VP990 Pro 30mA VDDQ 6 5A 3v3V 0 47A 5V 100mA 12V 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 33 INDEX 3D stereo viewing 11 Advanced 9 BIOS 14 Color Control 9 Configuration Manager 8 14 Direct3D 9 14 Display Control Panel 8 9 14 configuration tools 9 Display Properties 10 Driver 8 Driver for 3ds max 5 Dual Monitors 10 Installing AGP slot 2 Card 2 DVI monitor 4 hardware 2 software 5 stereo device 4 VGA monitor 4 Monitor Screen 14 Online Information 15 OpenGL 9 12 14 Power Consumption 33 Registration 6 Regulatory Statements 20 Software License 16 17 System Requirements v Task Bar 8 Troubleshooting 13 14 15 monitor resolutions 14 systems and networks 14 Warranty 18 Window Manager 8 Windows 2000 5 Windows 2000 and XP 9 Windows 98 Me 5 Windows XP 5 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 35
16. GL Direct3D Advanced Monitor OpenGL Information GL OpenGL Version 1 3 0 OpenGL Driver Build 4 10 01 2105 3 01 0128 Dptimizat biis OpenGL tm Default DirectX Information DirectX Version 4 08 01 0881 Direct3D Driver Build 3 01 0128 Optimization Setting Directs tmn Default Direct3D Device Caps Cancel When you first click the 3Dlabs tab in the Display Control Panel this introductory page appears Note This is only an example Your own panel displays the information specific to your board BIOS and driver version The introductory page provides the software version and basic hardware specifications and a point of entry to the full set of 3Dlabs driver customization tools To fine tune your driver s behavior click the other tabs to access these panels Color Control OpenGL Support Direct3D Advanced Monitor Windows 2000 and XP only Note You have easy access to Help by holding the cursor over the entry in the panel about which you want information You will then find additional information on how to configure the driver customization tools 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Software Configuration Configuring Dual Monitors Note The Windows 98 and Windows Me Operating Systems do not support accelerated OpenGL in dual monitor configurations so performance will be reduced for OpenGL applications when dual monitors are enabled
17. If your Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card supports stereo viewing then connect the stereo hardware to the round stereo connector on the card See the documentation that came with your stereo hardware Plug in and start up your system including peripherals and log on to your operating system QO 3 Pin Minidin O H O Stereo Connector 4 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Installation Installing the Driver Software Your product CD includes 3Dlabs driver software This section describes the two software installation processes for supported Windows operating systems To install your 3Dlabs Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows 98 Me driver Note A user with Windows Administrator privileges must install this driver Please consult your system administrator or Microsoft operating system User s Manual for more information on Administrator privileges 1 After installing your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card start up Windows The Hardware Wizard appears Click Cancel in all dialog boxes that appear regarding Found New Hardware Place the 3Dlabs Product CD in your CD ROM drive When the installation window opens choose the 3Dlabs Windows 2000 Windows XP or Windows 98 Me driver installation Check your card s specifications to determine which operating system is supported Not all operating systems are supported by all Wildcat VP cards Follow the instructions that appear on your screen Be sure to
18. SION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Limited Liability NOTWITHSTANDING ANY PROVISION IN THIS LICENSE TO THE CONTRARY NEITHER 3DLABS INC NOR ITS LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES HOWEVER CAUSED OR ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY WHETHER OR NOT 3DLABS INC ITS LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE OR LOSS IN NO EVENT SHALL 3DLABS INC ITS LICENSORS OR SUPPLIERS LIABILITY ARISING UNDER THIS LICENSE EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT OR SOFTWARE GIVING RISE TO SUCH LIABILITY THIS LIMITATION IS INTENDED TO LIMIT THE LIABILITY OF 3DLABS INC ITS LICENSORS OR ITS SUPPLIERS AND SHALL APPLY NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY SOME STATES OR COUNTRIES MAY NOT ALLOW THE FOREGOING LIMITATION SO THE FOREGOING MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Restricted Rights Notice Use duplication or disclosure by the United States Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraphs 1 and 2 of the Commercial Computer Software Restricted Rights clause at FAR Section 52 277 19 or 1 11 of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS Section 252 277 7013 as applicable Unpublished rights reserved under the copyright laws of the United States Contractor 3Dlabs Inc Ltd 480 Potrero Avenue Sunnyvale California 94086 Termina
19. also try to work in a static free area such as on a tile floor rather than carpet Note To successfully use your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card you must follow the hardware and driver software installation instructions in this document Be sure to register your new card using one of the options described at the end of this section Installing your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card Note All Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Cards are designed to fit into the AGP slot in your computer 1 Turn off and unplug the power source for your system and each of its peripherals 2 Remove the cover from your system so you can access the slot into which you will be installing your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card If you have not already removed any existing graphics card from the AGP slot in your system then do so now 2 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Installation 3 Ifnecessary remove the back panel cover from the slot into which you are going to install your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card using the Phillips head screwdriver you should have handy C 4 Ifan anti static wrist strap was included in your box attach it to your wrist and attach the other end to a bare metal as opposed to painted or sticker covered surface on your system s chassis 5 Remove your new 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card from its anti static packaging Write down the serial number for product registration a
20. cs Accelerator Card User s Manual iii INTRODUCTION Introduction Welcome to 3Dlabs Thank you for selecting a 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card This User Manual is designed to provide information common to all 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Cards In addition to this guide you are strongly encouraged to use the on line help included in the 3Dlabs driver software Help screens System Requirements Before installing your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card it is important that your system meets the minimum system requirements for your card Please make sure you have the following e correct Operating System and version e correct type of expansion adapter slot s available e The minimum required amount of memory Your card s system requirements can be found either on your card s datasheet located on our website or on your card s box 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual CHAPTER 1 INSTALLATION Installation Installing the Hardware Before you begin your installation 1 Save any work in progress and exit any open applications Always back up your system before you install any new hardware or software Have a Phillips head screwdriver ready 3 Take every possible precaution against static electricity as you prepare to install the card static can damage components If an anti static wrist strap was included in your box please use it during your hardware installation You should
21. ct the stereo hardware to the round stereo connector on the card See the documentation that came with your stereo hardware 2 Click the desktop with your right mouse button or left click if you ve altered the default mouse setup to display the panel 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 11 12 Software Configuration Select Properties from the menu that appears Choose the Settings tab Click the Advanced button then select the 3Dlabs tab Click the OpenGL tab In the OpenGL screen click the checkbox to the right of Enable Stereo OpenGL to select it Ei Be 3Dlabs Display Settings Information Color Control OpenGL Direct3D Advanced Monitor OpenGL Settings C Full Scene Antialiasing Of Buffer Swap Mode auoseec Z Buffer Depth Dynamic Texture Color Depth Use Desktop Color Depth m dj overlay Alpha mami Texture Filtering Fast E Wait for Vertical Syne Dual Monitor OpenGL Options Optimized Applications OpenGL tm Default Create Copy Save Delete Restore Defaults coca 8 Click Apply and then click 9 Inthe Display Settings Control Panel click the Settings tab 10 For information on suitable frequency please refer to the documentation for your stereo glasses 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual CHAPTER 3 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Troubleshooting
22. diated Electric Field Emissions EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility as amended by Council Directive 92 31 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 17 06 2 24 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 SHE declares that the product Product Name Wildcat VP870 Graphics Accelerator Card conforms to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field E
23. e your Ethernet driver See your system or Ethernet adapter documentation for more information 14 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Troubleshooting Online Information If you cannot find the problem you are experiencing or the solution to a problem listed in this chapter e Check the Troubleshooting FAQ list at www 3dlabs com support or e Contact your 3Dlabs vendor 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 15 APPENDIX SOFTWARE LICENSE Software License SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT THIS IS A LEGAL CONTRACT BETWEEN YOU THE END USER AND 3DLABS INC BY USING THE SOFTWARE ACCOMPANYING THIS GUIDE OR PRE INSTALLED ON YOUR SYSTEM YOU ARE ACCEPTING AND AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT PROMPTLY RETURN THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE UNOPENED SOFTWARE ENVELOPE WILDCAT VP CARD AND ANY OTHER ACCOMPANYING ITEMS AND 3DLAB PRODUCTS TOGETHER WITH YOUR RECEIPT TO YOUR PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND Software License and Restrictions The SOFTWARE delivered to you may embody and include without limitation certain software programs in object code form machine readable but not human readable form and documentation Use of the SOFTWARE can result in the production of FEATURES that are human readable including without limitation documentation report formats
24. ibility as amended by Council Directive 92 3 1 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 24 10 2002 22 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 SHE declares that the product Product Name Wildcat VP760 Graphics Accelerator Card conforms to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity IEC 61000 4 11 EN 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 Date of Declaration 17 06 02 EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22
25. missions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity IEC 61000 4 11 EN 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 Date of Declaration 22 07 02 EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 VCCI V 4 99 05 VCCI V 4 99 05 AS NZS 3548 1995 AS NZS 3548 1995 Issued by Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user in
26. nd future use The serial number is located on a board label and looks like this 6 Place the card into the correct slots and seat it firmly See your system documentation for instructions on securing the card to the chassis Loose cards and connections can cause grounding and operating problems 7 Remove the anti static wrist strap if used and replace the cover on your system 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 3 Installation Connecting one or more VGA or Digital Video Interface DVI monitors Depending on which model of Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card you purchased you can connect one or two VGA or Digital Video Interface DVI monitors to drive one or two displays Check your product s packaging or the datasheet on the 3Dlabs website to determine how many and which type of connectors are included See the drawings below for the different type of connectors 00000 DB 15 VGA Analog Connector OOOOO Connect analog displays using a cable with a Q0000 VGA connector 099909009 Js DVI I Connector 5 Connect digital or analog displays using a cable Fa with a DVI D or DVI I connector If you connecting an analog monitor to the DVI I connector then you may need a DVI to analog adapter This adapter may have been included with your Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card You can find information about obtaining these adapters on the 3Dlabs Web site Attaching a Stereo Device
27. nitor OpenGL Dual Monitor OpenGL Options xl Dual Monitor OpenGL Options Dual Monitor OpenGL kZ This page enables you to pick monitor modes that allow the best possible OpenGL performance Enable Dual Monitor Mo Refresh Rate 60 Hz y 75 Hz y Monitor Alignment Available Modes v Genlocked Modes Only Common Modes 640 480 720 400 800 600 1024 768 3 16 Bit Color 32 Bit Color Ch Click or Apply to accept the change f Click OK a few times to exit the control panel and you should then be asked to restart your computer Configuring your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card for Stereo Viewing If your Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card is equipped with a VESA standard stereo sync signal connector 3 pin mini DIN then it supports 3D stereo viewing To view stereoscopic images on your Windows PC you will need to connect the appropriate equipment such as stereo glasses to the 3 pin mini DIN connector on the card For optimal stereo viewing it is recommended that you use a monitor with a screen refresh frequency of at least 100 Hertz and you turn off all fluorescent lighting before viewing stereo images to prevent a possible headache Note Stereo viewing is only available under Windows 2000 and Windows XP systems To set up and configure stereo viewing 1 Conne
28. ompatible with accelerated 3D graphics applications See the Monitor Screen in your 3Dlabs display control panel for a list of compatible resolutions Solution If the performance is different from what you expected check to see that the correct application or setting has been selected in the Optimized Application Setting in the Taskbar Based Configuration Manager Solution If the performance is different from what you expected check to see that the Wait for VBlank setting has been set correctly in the Display Control Panel in the Direct3D or OpenGL sections Systems and Networks Question Since installing the 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card the speakers are unable to produce sound Solution You may need to reinstall or update the drivers for your sound card Question Since installing the 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card my system either hangs or crashes to a blue screen when I try to start up or the system starts up but VGA graphics don t display Solution You may need to update your system BIOS See your system documentation for system BIOS update information You should also ensure that the latest AGP drivers for the chipset on your motherboard are installed You can find details about known system problems and solutions in the Troubleshooting section at http www 3dlabs com support Question I m experiencing network problems since I installed my 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card Solution You may need to reinstall or updat
29. or in equity You may not transfer loan rent lease distribute or grant any rights in the SOFTWARE FEATURES copies thereof or accompanying documentation in any form without the prior written consent of 3Dlabs Inc 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 17 Software License Limited Warranty 3Dlabs Inc warrants that the SOFTWARE AND FEATURES licensed to you under this AGREEMENT will perform in accordance with 3Dlabs Inc published specifications for use on the same operating system as used by you at the time of purchase of the SOFTWARE or the system on which the SOFTWARE is initially mounted or installed WARRANTY for a period of ninety 90 days after the date of delivery to you as evidenced by your receipt WARRANTY PERIOD If the SOFTWARE or FEATURES does not conform during the WARRANTY PERIOD you agree to provide written notice of such failure to 3Dlabs Inc and 3Dlabs Inc will at its sole option repair or replace the SOFTWARE 3Dlabs Inc does not warrant that the use of the SOFTWARE or FEATURES will be uninterrupted or error free and hereby disclaims all liability on account thereof THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY NONINFRINGEMENT AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOME STATES OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLU
30. ration Acuity Window Manager WinMan for short is a tool that provides extra windowing and desktop features that are of particular use in dual monitor configurations This option allows you to configure WinMan Change Display Resolution brings up a pop up list of supported resolutions Each resolution has an associated pop up list of available refresh rates If you are in dual monitor mode then Primary Display Resolution and Secondary Display Resolution will appear Select Optimized OpenGL Application quickly accesses a list of supported OpenGL applications Click an application in the list to optimize card settings for your selected option The Display Control Panel allows you to create new application settings Select Optimized DirectX Application quickly accesses a list of supported DirectX applications Click an application in the list to optimize card settings for your selected option The Display Control Panel allows you to create new application settings 8 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Software Configuration The Display Control Panel Access the configuration tools through the Display Properties Control Panel 1 2 3 4 Click the desktop with your right mouse button to display the panel Select Properties from the menu that appears Choose the Settings tab Click the Advanced button then select the 3Dlabs tab 3Dlabs Display Settings 2 Information Color Control Open
31. read the software license agreement If the Digital Signature Not Found box or Has Not Passed Windows Logo Testing box appears click Yes or Continue Anyway This step may be repeated Continue clicking Yes until the Restart dialog appears then click Finish to reboot To install the driver for 3ds max For best results select the OpenGL renderer for 3ds max 4 versions and the Direct3D renderer for 3ds max 5 and later To install the Wildcat custom driver for 3ds max 4 copy the wc3dsmax drv file from the 3dsmax directory on 3Dlabs Product CD to the 3ds max 4 directory on your hard drive e g C 3dsmax4 When you run 3ds max 4 go to the Customize Preferences Viewports ChooseDriver menu select the Custom option and select wc3dsmax drv as the custom driver If you restart 3ds max 4 it should then use the Wildcat custom driver 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 5 Installation Registering Your 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card You can register on line once your hardware and software installations are complete You must have Internet access to register on line 1 Open your Internet browser 2 Go to http www 3dlabs com register 3 out the registration form that appears on your screen and click Submit when you are finished 6 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual CHAPTER 2 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Software Configuration The 3Dlabs Graphics Accelerator Card Driver The 3Dlabs
32. received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 27 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat VP970 Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility as amended by Council Directive 92 3
33. s EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity 61000 4 11 EN 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 Date of Declaration 2 6 02 03 EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 VCCI V 4 99 05 ield Emissions VCCI V 4 99 05 AS NZS 3548 1995 ield Emissions AS NZS 3548 1995 Issued by Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interferences that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This Class B digital apparatus meets the Korean criteria for preventing electromagnetic interference for Information Technology Equipment using specifications outlined in ANSI C63 4 and CISPR22 UL 1950 PAG 1 7 003 This graphics card is for use with UL Listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation
34. stallation of card cage accessories 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual 25 Regulatory Statements EC Declaration of Conformity 3Dlabs Ltd Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 8HE declare under our sole legal responsibility that the following product Model Wildcat VP870 Graphics Accelerator Card is in conformance with the following relevant harmonised standards EN 55022 1994 Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions EN 55022 1994 Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 3 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 4 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 5 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 IEC 61000 4 11 for the light industrial office and home environments following the provisions of Council Directive 89 336 EEC on the approximation of the laws of member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility as amended by Council Directive 92 31 EEC Name Nalin Patel Position Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Engineering Division Signature Date 22 07 2002 26 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Regulatory Statements DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer s Name 3Dlabs Ltd Manufacturer s Address Meadlake Place Thorpe Lea Road Egham Surrey TW20 SHE declares that the product Product Name Wildcat VP970 Graphics Accelerator Card conforms
35. tion You may terminate the license granted hereunder at any time by destroying all copies mergers or modifications of the SOFTWARE FEATURES and accompanying materials 3Dlabs Inc may immediately terminate the license granted to you hereunder upon notice for failure to comply with the terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT Upon such termination you agree to destroy all copies mergers and modifications of the SOFTWARE and FEATURES and accompanying documents You agree that a breach of this AGREEMENT will result in irreparable damages to 3Dlabs Inc This AGREEMENT is the entire agreement between you and 3Dlabs Inc with respect to the use and licensing of the SOFTWARE provided with this AGREEMENT and supersedes all proposals warranties prior agreements or any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof 18 3Dlabs Wildcat VP Graphics Accelerator Card User s Manual Software License General This AGREEMENT will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of California without regard to conflicts of law principles or the UN Convention on the Sale of Goods If for any reason a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision of this AGREEMENT or portion thereof to be unenforceable that provision of the AGREEMENT shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible so as to effect the intent of the parties and the remainder of this AGREEMENT shall continue in full force and effect Should you
36. to the following product specifications Following provisions of the 89 336 EEC Directive Specification Class Level Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Field Emissions Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B Power Line Conducted Emissions Class B Radiated Electric Class B AS NZS 3548 1995 Power Line Conducted Emissions EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 3 Radiated Electromagnetic Field Immunity EN 55024 1998 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity IEC 61000 4 2 EN 55024 1998 i IEC 61000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient Burst Immunity EN 55024 1998 Conducted Disturbance Immunity IEC 61000 4 6 EN 55024 1998 Voltage Dips and Interruptions Immunity IEC 61000 4 11 EN 55024 1998 Surge Immunity IEC 61000 4 5 Date of Declaration 0 1 1 0 02 EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits EN 55022 1994 CISPR 22 limits 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B ANSI C63 4 1992 VCCI V 4 99 05 ield Emissions VCCI V 4 99 05 AS NZS 3548 1995 ield Emissions Issued by Principal Production Engineer 3Dlabs Ltd 44 0 1784 476646 This product complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference
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