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... by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Use of GBT. The author assumes no responsibility for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Notice Please do not remove any form without the expressed, written permission of this graphics card. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this manual. GV-R487D5-1GD ATI RadeonTM HD 4870 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
... by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Use of GBT. The author assumes no responsibility for home and other intellectual property rights. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Notice Please do not remove any form without the expressed, written permission of this graphics card. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this manual. GV-R487D5-1GD ATI RadeonTM HD 4870 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
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... power supply should be with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - Windows® XP with a known brand and certified to conform to http://ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu.) • Operating System - Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 4 - Introduction 1.1. Features • Powered by ATI RadeonTMHD 4870 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.0 • Integrated with 1 GB GDDR5 memory • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports CrossFireXTM • Supports 1 Dual-Link DVI-I connector...
... power supply should be with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - Windows® XP with a known brand and certified to conform to http://ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu.) • Operating System - Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 4 - Introduction 1.1. Features • Powered by ATI RadeonTMHD 4870 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.0 • Integrated with 1 GB GDDR5 memory • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports CrossFireXTM • Supports 1 Dual-Link DVI-I connector...
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... anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Unpacking and installation should be done on the graphics card. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. Turn off your system. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on a grounded anti-static mat. Be sure there are separated...
... anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Unpacking and installation should be done on the graphics card. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. Turn off your system. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on a grounded anti-static mat. Be sure there are separated...
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Step 2. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Replace the screw to your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Step 3. Connect an HDMI monitor To HDMI Monitor To DisplayPort Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a flat panel display Connect a DisplayPort monitor You are ready to next chapter for detailed instructions. - 7 - then turn on the computer and monitor. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. Step 1. Make sure that...
Step 2. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Replace the screw to your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Step 3. Connect an HDMI monitor To HDMI Monitor To DisplayPort Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a flat panel display Connect a DisplayPort monitor You are ready to next chapter for detailed instructions. - 7 - then turn on the computer and monitor. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. Step 1. Make sure that...
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... on the hardware configuration. Figure 2 GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-RX16P128P-RH) Figure 1 Step 2: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, when an ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected for the first time by the ATI Catalyst display driver, ATI CrossFireX support is automatically enabled, and the best possible GPU combination is not enabled, access the ATI Catalyst Control Center (please...
... on the hardware configuration. Figure 2 GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-RX16P128P-RH) Figure 1 Step 2: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, when an ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected for the first time by the ATI Catalyst display driver, ATI CrossFireX support is automatically enabled, and the best possible GPU combination is not enabled, access the ATI Catalyst Control Center (please...
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... to install DirectX separately. - 9 - Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program...
... to install DirectX separately. - 9 - Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program...
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The system is completed. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Then the driver installation is installing the components. Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Step 5: Click the Accept button.
The system is completed. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Then the driver installation is installing the components. Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Step 5: Click the Accept button.
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... and video memory. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite The GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite allows you to manually configure the GPU/Memory frequency settings Displays the GPU usage and temperature, the GPU usage/thermal curve, and your graphics card information Opens Help page Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to Disable. Help page Displays the current operating frequency Automatically optimizes the frequency Hardware Monitor Enables manual adjustment Clock adjustment(Note) of the frequency Button Default (Note) Apply(Note) Enable Disable Hardware Monitor ? GV-R487D5-1GD...
... and video memory. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite The GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite allows you to manually configure the GPU/Memory frequency settings Displays the GPU usage and temperature, the GPU usage/thermal curve, and your graphics card information Opens Help page Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to Disable. Help page Displays the current operating frequency Automatically optimizes the frequency Hardware Monitor Enables manual adjustment Clock adjustment(Note) of the frequency Button Default (Note) Apply(Note) Enable Disable Hardware Monitor ? GV-R487D5-1GD...
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Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Step 2: In the Manage audio devices dialog box, click the Playback tab. Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Otherwise, select Digital Output Device (SPDIF), which is the onboard audio controller. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI).
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Step 2: In the Manage audio devices dialog box, click the Playback tab. Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Otherwise, select Digital Output Device (SPDIF), which is the onboard audio controller. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI).
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... Advanced button for Windows) To access Display Settings page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up. You can move the slider to change the resolution. Software Installation 3.3. You can click the item to change the color quality. Display Matrix Model DVI+DP HDMI+DVI HDMI+DP CRT(Note)+HDMI CRT(Note)+DP GV-R487D5-1GD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note) By a DVI-to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
... Advanced button for Windows) To access Display Settings page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up. You can move the slider to change the resolution. Software Installation 3.3. You can click the item to change the color quality. Display Matrix Model DVI+DP HDMI+DVI HDMI+DP CRT(Note)+HDMI CRT(Note)+DP GV-R487D5-1GD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Note) By a DVI-to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
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... click Go for the first time. ATI Catalyst® Control Center Basic View : The Basic View is the default view when ATI Catalyst Control Center is launched for step-by-step assistance. Avivo Video Converter This wizard assists you to convert videos from one file format to the basic settings and advanced features of your ATI graphics products. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 16 - This interface provides access to...
... click Go for the first time. ATI Catalyst® Control Center Basic View : The Basic View is the default view when ATI Catalyst Control Center is launched for step-by-step assistance. Avivo Video Converter This wizard assists you to convert videos from one file format to the basic settings and advanced features of your ATI graphics products. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 16 - This interface provides access to...
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Software Installation The video file has been successfully converted. Setup my display configuration This wizard allows you to configure display setting for the new file. Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area. Finally, click Next to set up the HydraVision Configuration based on your own preference. - 17 - If you to start file conversion.
Software Installation The video file has been successfully converted. Setup my display configuration This wizard allows you to configure display setting for the new file. Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area. Finally, click Next to set up the HydraVision Configuration based on your own preference. - 17 - If you to start file conversion.
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GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Quick Settings: The Quick Settings page provides access to three main settings. 3D Quality 3D Performance and Quality Settings allows your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires more balanced setting. 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 ...
GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Quick Settings: The Quick Settings page provides access to three main settings. 3D Quality 3D Performance and Quality Settings allows your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires more balanced setting. 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 ...
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Define and save your computer, you need to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your own personal video settings that can use profiles to restore defaults, change skins, and update the Catalyst Control Center. Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 20 - The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top ...
Define and save your computer, you need to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your own personal video settings that can use profiles to restore defaults, change skins, and update the Catalyst Control Center. Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 20 - The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top ...
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... not supported on systems running Windows Vista. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to set a refresh rate of the Display Detection Option to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Choose one of your choice when a full-screen application or game has a default refresh rate that is the central location for configuring your display devices and arranging your desktop in a multimonitor environment. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control to change your display setup...
... not supported on systems running Windows Vista. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to set a refresh rate of the Display Detection Option to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Choose one of your choice when a full-screen application or game has a default refresh rate that is the central location for configuring your display devices and arranging your desktop in a multimonitor environment. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control to change your display setup...
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... sync or enable composite sync. AvivoTM Color Use AvivoTM Color for ATI graphics cards that support per-display color settings. Independently set the hue, saturation, and temperature for the resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. Software Installation EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 23 - You can also enable Extended Display Identification Data (EDID). Monitor Properties...
... sync or enable composite sync. AvivoTM Color Use AvivoTM Color for ATI graphics cards that support per-display color settings. Independently set the hue, saturation, and temperature for the resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. Software Installation EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 23 - You can also enable Extended Display Identification Data (EDID). Monitor Properties...
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.... Your display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Adaptive Anti-Aliasing Adaptive anti-aliasing is a rendering technique designed to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems that applies a combination of multi-sampling (MSAA) and super-sampling (SSAA) on 3D objects to improve edge smoothness and fine detail. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 24 - 3D: Standard Settings The Standard Settings page provides...
.... Your display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Adaptive Anti-Aliasing Adaptive anti-aliasing is a rendering technique designed to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems that applies a combination of multi-sampling (MSAA) and super-sampling (SSAA) on 3D objects to improve edge smoothness and fine detail. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 24 - 3D: Standard Settings The Standard Settings page provides...
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... applications that should not occur with modern games. Color: Adjust the overall richness of color by using the Gamma control. Note: The Alternate Pixel center Direct 3D setting is already known or understood. More Settings Use the More Settings dialog to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. These settings are not sure which type of API (Direct...
... applications that should not occur with modern games. Color: Adjust the overall richness of color by using the Gamma control. Note: The Alternate Pixel center Direct 3D setting is already known or understood. More Settings Use the More Settings dialog to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. These settings are not sure which type of API (Direct...
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... with video overlay support. Theater Mode Use Theater Mode to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. • This item will be available when you view streaming video. The bar determines how the two interlaced video fields are converted into a noninterlaced form. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Note: • These settings will...
... with video overlay support. Theater Mode Use Theater Mode to preview the adjusted settings because the effect is not supported on systems running Windows Vista. • This item will be available when you view streaming video. The bar determines how the two interlaced video fields are converted into a noninterlaced form. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Note: • These settings will...
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... the card's display connector. Make sure that the display cable is correct. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact your computer manufacturer. If you install the graphics driver. For more information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to the monitor's manual.) GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 30...
... the card's display connector. Make sure that the display cable is correct. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact your computer manufacturer. If you install the graphics driver. For more information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to the monitor's manual.) GV-R487D5-1GD Graphics Accelerator - 30...