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... limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in technology, some of the specifications might be authorized by Macrovision, and is protected by U.S. GV-R485-512H-B ATI RadeonTM HD 4850 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-R4855HB-101R Copyright © 2008 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO...
... limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in technology, some of the specifications might be authorized by Macrovision, and is protected by U.S. GV-R485-512H-B ATI RadeonTM HD 4850 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-R4855HB-101R Copyright © 2008 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO...
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... driver - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition • CrossFireXTM Configuration If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of system memory for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) - A power supply that provides at least 550-watt to accommodate a high-end graphics card with 512 MB GDDR3 memory • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports CrossFireXTM • Supports AV / S-Video / TV-Out and HDTV output • Supports 2 Dual-Link DVI-I connectors • Supports 2 D-Sub connectors (by adapters...
... driver - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition • CrossFireXTM Configuration If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of system memory for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) - A power supply that provides at least 550-watt to accommodate a high-end graphics card with 512 MB GDDR3 memory • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports CrossFireXTM • Supports AV / S-Video / TV-Out and HDTV output • Supports 2 Dual-Link DVI-I connectors • Supports 2 D-Sub connectors (by adapters...
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..., audio output from your card. To protect them against damage from the system. Turn off your computer. 1. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Be sure there are separated from static electricity, you should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the graphics card. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator...
..., audio output from your card. To protect them against damage from the system. Turn off your computer. 1. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Be sure there are separated from static electricity, you should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the graphics card. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator...
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... are ready to install your new graphics card: Step 1. then align your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in removing the cover. Hardware Installation If necessary, consult your computer. To install your graphics card. Step 3. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Remove the computer cover. Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from this slot; 2.2. To remove the existing graphics card: Step 1. Hardware Installation Now...
... are ready to install your new graphics card: Step 1. then align your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in removing the cover. Hardware Installation If necessary, consult your computer. To install your graphics card. Step 3. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Remove the computer cover. Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from this slot; 2.2. To remove the existing graphics card: Step 1. Hardware Installation Now...
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..., and replace the computer cover. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Replace the screw to prevent system instability. This graphics card provides two DVI-I to HDMI adapter You are now ready to connect a 15-pin D-Sub monitor. You can connect a monitor that supports DVI-I function or use the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to connect an HDMI monitor. (Note: Only the DVI-I Connector 2 supports the DVI-I to HDMI adapter.) Connect a flat panel To TV / VCR To Flat Panel Display Connect a D-Sub monitor via DVI-I to D-Sub adapter Connect a HDMI monitor via DVI-I digital connectors.
..., and replace the computer cover. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Replace the screw to prevent system instability. This graphics card provides two DVI-I to HDMI adapter You are now ready to connect a 15-pin D-Sub monitor. You can connect a monitor that supports DVI-I function or use the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to connect an HDMI monitor. (Note: Only the DVI-I Connector 2 supports the DVI-I to HDMI adapter.) Connect a flat panel To TV / VCR To Flat Panel Display Connect a D-Sub monitor via DVI-I to D-Sub adapter Connect a HDMI monitor via DVI-I digital connectors.
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... the CrossFireX configurations. Two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables. How to Page 15). Figure 2 GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Two CrossFire graphics cards of the same chipset on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables (Figure 1). Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-RX195P256D-RH) Figure 1 Step 2: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, access the ATI Catalyst Control Center (please refer to enable the ATI CrossFireXTM technology?
... the CrossFireX configurations. Two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables. How to Page 15). Figure 2 GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Two CrossFire graphics cards of the same chipset on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables (Figure 1). Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-RX195P256D-RH) Figure 1 Step 2: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, access the ATI Catalyst Control Center (please refer to enable the ATI CrossFireXTM technology?
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... into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Windows® XP Driver and Utilities Installation 3.1.1. Software Installation When you can follow the instructions to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection "3.1.3 Driver Installation" to be Drive D: The installation of Windows Vista/XP drivers is very simple. Software Installation In this manual, we assume that your CD-ROM drive letter to install the driver for your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the...
... into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Windows® XP Driver and Utilities Installation 3.1.1. Software Installation When you can follow the instructions to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection "3.1.3 Driver Installation" to be Drive D: The installation of Windows Vista/XP drivers is very simple. Software Installation In this manual, we assume that your CD-ROM drive letter to install the driver for your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the...
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... 4. For software MPEG support in Windows Vista/XP, you must install DirectX first. Choose I accept the agreement and click the Next button. Click Finish to install DirectX separately. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Click the Next button. Then the DirectX 9 installation is installing the components. Step 3. 3.1.2. Step 2. Step 1. When the autorun window shows up, click the Install DirectX 9 item. The system is completed. DirectX Installation Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows Vista/XP...
... 4. For software MPEG support in Windows Vista/XP, you must install DirectX first. Choose I accept the agreement and click the Next button. Click Finish to install DirectX separately. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Click the Next button. Then the DirectX 9 installation is installing the components. Step 3. 3.1.2. Step 2. Step 1. When the autorun window shows up, click the Install DirectX 9 item. The system is completed. DirectX Installation Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows Vista/XP...
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... to install the driver. (Insert the driver CD-ROM that came with your computer for the driver and install it automatically. Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next button to finish the installation. - 13 - 3.1.3. Step 2: Found New Hardware Wizard: Searching and Installing The wizard will search for the first time, the operating system will detect the graphics card automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. Software Installation
... to install the driver. (Insert the driver CD-ROM that came with your computer for the driver and install it automatically. Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next button to finish the installation. - 13 - 3.1.3. Step 2: Found New Hardware Wizard: Searching and Installing The wizard will search for the first time, the operating system will detect the graphics card automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. Software Installation
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Otherwise, select Realtek HD Audio output, which is the onboard audio controller. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Step 2: In the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click the Audio tab. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, in the Default device box, select ATI HD Audio rear output.
Otherwise, select Realtek HD Audio output, which is the onboard audio controller. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Step 2: In the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click the Audio tab. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, in the Default device box, select ATI HD Audio rear output.
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... resolution. Display Matrix Model CRT+TV (Note 1) CRT+DVI CRT+CRT DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT DVI +DVI HDMI+TV (Note 2) HDMI+DVI (Note 2) HDMI+CRT (Note 2) GV-R485-512H-B Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note 1) The CRT+TV configuration requires that you connect your CRT display to the DVI-I Connector 2 on the card using the DVI-I to D-Sub adapter to ensure normal operation. (Note 2) To connect an HDMI monitor, you need to attach the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to the DVI-I Connector 2 on desktop and then select Properties. Software Installation The Display Properties...
... resolution. Display Matrix Model CRT+TV (Note 1) CRT+DVI CRT+CRT DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT DVI +DVI HDMI+TV (Note 2) HDMI+DVI (Note 2) HDMI+CRT (Note 2) GV-R485-512H-B Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note 1) The CRT+TV configuration requires that you connect your CRT display to the DVI-I Connector 2 on the card using the DVI-I to D-Sub adapter to ensure normal operation. (Note 2) To connect an HDMI monitor, you need to attach the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to the DVI-I Connector 2 on desktop and then select Properties. Software Installation The Display Properties...
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Easy Setup Wizards: Choose a wizard from one file format to another. Step 3: In the Output Folder area, select the destination folder where the new file will be converted. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 18 - You can switch between Basic View and Advanced View at any time. Step 1: Select Avivo Video Converter, then click Go. Click Next. To access more settings in Basic View, click Basic...
Easy Setup Wizards: Choose a wizard from one file format to another. Step 3: In the Output Folder area, select the destination folder where the new file will be converted. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 18 - You can switch between Basic View and Advanced View at any time. Step 1: Select Avivo Video Converter, then click Go. Click Next. To access more settings in Basic View, click Basic...
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...; Video Playback Use this option to optimize video playback in Basic and Advanced View provides hardware and software information about the installed graphics card. Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock and so on the second display. Display Setup This option allows you to configure your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop...
...; Video Playback Use this option to optimize video playback in Basic and Advanced View provides hardware and software information about the installed graphics card. Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock and so on the second display. Display Setup This option allows you to configure your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop...
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... Catalyst Control Center. Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card. Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top Hide Tooltips Hide Toolbar Text Hide Splash Screen Enable System Tray Menu Select a Language ... Select a Skin ... Restore Factory Defaults ... GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator...
... Catalyst Control Center. Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card. Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top Hide Tooltips Hide Toolbar Text Hide Splash Screen Enable System Tray Menu Select a Language ... Select a Skin ... Restore Factory Defaults ... GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator...
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Software Installation Help Properties: The Catalyst Control Center Help feature allows you to ATI.com About Catalyst Control Center ... - 23 - The Catalyst Control Center Help feature offers the following options: Help for this Page Help Contents ... Search Help ... Problem Report Wizard ... Go to access the comprehensive online help, register your product, or generate a problem report should you require technical support.
Software Installation Help Properties: The Catalyst Control Center Help feature allows you to ATI.com About Catalyst Control Center ... - 23 - The Catalyst Control Center Help feature offers the following options: Help for this Page Help Contents ... Search Help ... Problem Report Wizard ... Go to access the comprehensive online help, register your product, or generate a problem report should you require technical support.
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Use Displays Manager to set a refresh rate of OpenGL® and Direct 3D® applications. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to quickly change your display setup, arrange your desktop. Choose one that has non-standard inputs that is lower than optimal. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you are not supported since refresh rate is better controlled by Windows Vista and Windows Vista does not support panning. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Note: On systems running Windows Vista. Note: The stretch...
Use Displays Manager to set a refresh rate of OpenGL® and Direct 3D® applications. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to quickly change your display setup, arrange your desktop. Choose one that has non-standard inputs that is lower than optimal. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you are not supported since refresh rate is better controlled by Windows Vista and Windows Vista does not support panning. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Note: On systems running Windows Vista. Note: The stretch...
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... Interfaces (API). Note: The Alternate Pixel center Direct 3D® setting is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. This setting corrected a corruption problem that occurred with some older games that use the Contrast control. Color: Adjust the overall richness of these APIs. More Settings Use the More Settings dialog to select a particular APIspecific feature. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 30 - These settings are not sure which type of your...
... Interfaces (API). Note: The Alternate Pixel center Direct 3D® setting is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. This setting corrected a corruption problem that occurred with some older games that use the Contrast control. Color: Adjust the overall richness of these APIs. More Settings Use the More Settings dialog to select a particular APIspecific feature. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 30 - These settings are not sure which type of your...
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... change the way you connect two monitors. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the principal Video features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing quick access and adjustment. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Extended Desktop Mode is already known or understood. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Theater Mode* Use Theater Mode...
... change the way you connect two monitors. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of the principal Video features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing quick access and adjustment. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Extended Desktop Mode is already known or understood. GV-R485-512H-B Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Theater Mode* Use Theater Mode...
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... running Windows Vista. Use the Automated clock configuration utility to meet your viewing experience by dynamically and safely overclocking the graphics processor and memory. Note: If your computer has full booted, disable Preserve ATI Overdrive settings at logon. - 33 - Once your computer cannot restart after setting a higher clock speed, press and hold the key during system start-up until you are able to display driver commands. Software Installation Alternatively, manually set...
... running Windows Vista. Use the Automated clock configuration utility to meet your viewing experience by dynamically and safely overclocking the graphics processor and memory. Note: If your computer has full booted, disable Preserve ATI Overdrive settings at logon. - 33 - Once your computer cannot restart after setting a higher clock speed, press and hold the key during system start-up until you are able to display driver commands. Software Installation Alternatively, manually set...
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... driver for more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in the Windows Help or contact your computer. 4. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen...
... driver for more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in the Windows Help or contact your computer. 4. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen...