ATI Radeon™ HD2600 SeriesUser’s Guide
4 Uninstall Old Graphics DriversTo ensure successful installation of the graphics card driver, uninstall the graphic drivers for the existing graphics
5Install the Graphics Card1 Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off.2 Unplug the computer power cord and disconnect cab
6 10 Turn on the monitor and then the computer.Note: For troubleshooting information, see Reference on page 39.Note: For information on connecting mon
7Installing and Configuring DisplaysConnectionsThe following illustrate the typical connections on the ATI Radeon™ HD 2600 Series graphics card. The
8 AdaptersThe following illustrates the adapters you can use to connect the graphics card to other display devices.Supported Display ConnectionsTo ens
9If additional displays are required when CrossFire™ is active, use either SurroundView™ (included on the installation CD, custom software install) o
10 4 When the New Hardware Found Wizard appears, at the appropriate prompt insert the installation CD to load the drivers for the graphics card. Once
11Installing Software and DriversSoftware is provided to take advantage of all the features of your ATI graphics card, including:• Graphics card driv
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13ATI Catalyst™ Control Center The ATI Catalyst™ Control Center is software that provides access to the display features of the graphics card. Use th
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14 Start ATI Catalyst™ Control Center Start ATI Catalyst™ Control Center from one of the following access points:HelpThe ATI Catalyst™ Control Center
15Using TV Display These topics describe how to use the TV display feature of your graphics card.• Viewing the PC Display on TV or HDTV on page 15.•
16 Viewing Text on a TVA TV is designed primarily to show moving images. The large dot pitch of a TV will yield poor quality static images. The small
17Note: For maximum performance when watching DVD movies or playing computer games on the TV, find the mode and screen resolution that provide the be
18 Connect to an HDMI™ HDTV (DVI-to-HDMI™/ PCI Express only)Note: This option is available on graphics cards that support HDMI™.1 Before connecting an
194 Connect one end of the HDMI™-to-HDMI™ cable to the DVI-to-HDMI™ adapter. Connect the other end of the HDMI™-to-HDMI™ cable to the HDMI™ connectio
20 Connect to an HDTV (DVI-to-DVI)1 Before connecting an HDTV, attach a monitor to the computer and install the video drivers. 2 Make sure the compute
216 Power on the monitor and HDTV, and then power on the computer. The HDTV will not display anything until Windows® starts.7 Configure the HDTV usin
22 3 Set the ATI HDTV Component Video Adapter DIP switches.Configure the DIP switches to set the appropriate display mode and aspect ratio. This sets
234 Attach the ATI DVI-to-HDTV component video adapter to the DVI connection on the graphics card.5 Matching the colors on the connections, connect o
iiiImportant Safety Instructions• Read Instructions—All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.• Retain
24 S-Video to Component Video (using the ATI 9-Pin HDTV Output Cable)3 Attach the ATI 7-Pin HDTV Output Cable to the S-Video connection on the graphic
257 Power on the monitor and HDTV, and then power on the computer. The HDTV will not display anything until Windows® starts.8 Configure the HDTV usin
26 3 Connect the S-Video connector on the composite video cable to the S-Video connection on the graphics card. Connect the other end of the composite
27Connect to a European video device (S-Video to SCART using composite video adapter)1 Before connecting a European video device, attach a monitor an
28 3 If the video device accepts PAL input, you must change the NTSC/PAL setting on the video card to PAL. NTSC is the TV standard used in North Ameri
29Setting the Windows® Volume ControlFor correct audio performance, the sound card line input must be active.Depending on the operating system you us
30 • Make files compatible with a specific video format.• Reduce video file size.• Convert video files for uploading to an Apple® iPod® Video, Sony® P
311 From the Windows® desktop, click start, and then select Programs > Catalyst Control Centre > Catalyst Control Center - Basic. 2 Click the E
32 1 Connect a Sony® PSP to the computer using a USB connector.2 Switch on the Sony® PSP.3 Using the Sony® PSP system software, navigate to the top of
33CrossFire™CrossFire™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform, using CrossFire™-ready motherboards and CrossFire™-compatible graphics cards.Cross
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34 For an up-to-date listing of CrossFire™ certified motherboards, seeati.amd.com/products/certificationFor an up-to-date listing of certified power s
357 Install the CrossFire™ bridge interconnects.Caution! Always handle the CrossFire™ bridge interconnects by the connector only. Do not push or pull
36 CrossFire™ connections8 Fasten the graphics card securely. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example,
3710 Reconnect any peripherals you have disconnected and plug in the computer’s power cord.11 Power on the monitor and then the computer.Enabling Cro
38 4 Enable ATI Catalyst™ A.I. to automatically select the preferred rendering mode for target applications. For applications that are not identified
39ReferenceThis topic provides information on troubleshooting, updating AGP/motherboard chipset drivers, reinstalling drivers, where to get additiona
40 Screen defects appear• Check if the monitor supports the resolution, horizontal (kHz) and vertical (Hz) refresh rates as required by the graphics c
41CrossFire™-Specific TroubleshootingProblem Possible solutionCrossFire™ is not functioningIn order for CrossFire™ to function, the CrossFire™ bridge
42 Determine the System Card Bus TypeThere are two possible card bus types, AGP and PCIe™. If you have an AGP card you may need to update the motherbo
43AGP and PCIe™ graphics cards and system bus connectors3 If you have AGP connectors and the graphics card is not working correctly, you may need to
vContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1System Requirements 1Installing the Graphics Card . . . . . . .
44 Often you will see the name of a motherboard chipset in connection with these terms. For example: • ALi GART Driver • AMD AGP Miniport • Intel VGAR
456 To determine the manufacturer, click the [AGP device name] > Driver > Driver Details:Reinstalling DriversYou can install new drivers or rei
46 Tip! If the installer fails to install the driver or you have conflicts, you can download the latest software from ati.amd.com and then install the
47Customer Care will work to resolve your issue and help you to get the graphics card product up and running. If your issue is not resolved, our tech
48 Compliance InformationThis section details the compliance information for this product.FCC Compliance InformationThis equipment has been tested and
49CE Compliance InformationEMC Directive 89/336/EEC and amendments 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, Class B Digital Device EN 55022:2003/CISPR 22
51IndexNumerics102 part number 31080i 2216:9 223D 33, 414:3 22480i 22, 42480p 22, 42540p 22720p 42AAccessories 47Adapters9-Pin Cable for Video Input/
52 GGamesTV display 16HHDMI 8, 9, 18, 19HDMI™ 18HDTV 17, 18, 21HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting42Help 4, 14, 47High Definition Television(HDTV) 42Hot key
vi Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Troubleshooting 39Determine the System Card Bus Type 42Updating your AG
1IntroductionThis guide will help you get your hardware and software installed. Use the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center to access the comprehensive help
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3Installing the Graphics CardThis topic guides you through the installation of the graphics card. Before You BeginBefore you begin installing the gra
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