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- Page 1 Matrox Odyssey XG Installation and Hardware Reference Manual no. 10907-101-0100 November 19, 2004...
- Page 2 © Copyright Matrox Electronic Systems Ltd., 2004. All rights reserved. Limitation of Liabilities: In no event will Matrox or its suppliers be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, economic, cover or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the product, user documentation or related...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Inspecting the Matrox Odyssey XG package ....... . . 7... - Page 4 Connectors on Matrox Odyssey XG........
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter Introduction Chapter 1: This chapter briefly describes the features of the Odyssey XG board. -
Page 6: Overview
• Microsoft Windows (consult the software package for specific supported environments and computer memory/storage requirements). • A CD drive, and a hard disk or network drive on which to install the Matrox Odyssey software. Matrox does not guarantee compatibility with all computers that have the above specifications. -
Page 7: Inspecting The Matrox Odyssey Xg Package
Inspecting the Matrox Odyssey XG package Inspecting the Matrox Odyssey XG package When you unpack your Matrox Odyssey XG package, you should check its contents. If something is missing or damaged, contact your Matrox representative. If you ordered Matrox Odyssey XG, you should receive the following items: •... - Page 8 8 Chapter 1: Introduction...
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Page 9: Chapter 2: Hardware Installation And Connection Setup
Chapter Hardware Chapter 2: installation and connection setup This chapter explains how to install the Odyssey XG board and connect your display devices. -
Page 10: Installing Your Matrox Odyssey Xg Board
3. Check that you have an empty PCI-X slot(s) in which to install your Matrox Odyssey XG board(s). It can also be installed in a conventional 32- or 64-bit PCI slot, but this will reduce the transfer rate between the board and the Host. - Page 11 Installing your Matrox Odyssey XG board Important Note that for Matrox Odyssey XG, the slot must be a 3.3 V slot; it cannot be a 5 V slot. 3.3 Volt/64-bit PCI/PCI-X Slot 3.3 Volt key ✓ Right! 64-bit 32-bit extension ✘...
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Page 12: Connecting Display Devices
Some monitors with DVI connectors support both digital and analog input. If you are using one of these monitors with your Matrox product, make sure it is configured to use the correct type of input. For more information, see your monitor documentation. -
Page 13: Main Display
Otherwise, the software might not be able to properly detect your monitors. Main display Your Matrox board supports up to three displays. By default, the display connected to connector #1 will be selected as the main display. For information on how to modify this arrangement, as well as the other features of the included Matrox software, refer to the Software installation chapter. - Page 14 14 Chapter 2: Hardware installation and connection setup...
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Page 15: Chapter 3: Software Installation
Chapter Software Chapter 3: installation This chapter explains how to install Matrox software. -
Page 16: Software Installation
For more information on Matrox PowerDesk, see the next section, Monitor setup and Matrox PowerDesk. ❖ Note that you might need administrator rights to install the Matrox Odyssey XG driver. For more information, see Windows documentation. -
Page 17: Monitor Setup And Matrox Powerdesk
For more information, see your monitor’s manual. Accessing Matrox PowerDesk Many display controls are built into Matrox PowerDesk. There are two ways to access the PowerDesk main screen: • Double-click on the PowerDesk icon in your Windows taskbar . -
Page 18: Matrox Powerdesk Features
• Clone mode. Allows you to view a copy of your main display on another display. Each display can use different settings (for example, refresh rates and resolutions). • Matrox Zoom. Allows you to use your secondary display or TV to view a zoomed-in portion of your main display. -
Page 19: Chapter 4: Matrox Odyssey Xg Hardware Reference
Chapter Matrox Odyssey XG Chapter 4: hardware reference This chapter explains the architecture and features of the Matrox Odyssey XG hardware. -
Page 20: Matrox Odyssey Xg Architecture
Matrox Odyssey XG is a high-performance PCI/PCI-X display board. It features a 256-bit graphics processing unit (GPU), two high-speed link ports, and up to 128 Mbytes of on-board memory. In addition, Matrox Odyssey XG supports fast writes, which effectively double the data rate between the GPU and Host. -
Page 21: On-Board Memory
Matrox Odyssey XG is a PCI-X board. PCI-X is a high-performance backwards-compatible enhancement to the conventional PCI bus specification. As such, Matrox Odyssey XG can transfer data using either the Host’s PCI bus or PCI-X bus, depending on the slot used by the board. - Page 22 528 Mbytes/sec when the Matrox Odyssey board is used with a PCI-X slot. Matrox Odyssey XG can also be used with a conventional 3.3 V PCI slot, in which case the maximum transfer rate might be reduced, depending on the...
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Page 23: Appendix A: Technical Information
Appendix A: Technical Appendix A: Information This appendix contains information that might be useful when installing your Matrox Odyssey XG board. -
Page 24: Board Summary
(HE, LE, WS, or SL). - A proper power supply. Refer to the Electrical specifications section. Matrox does not guarantee compatibility with all computers that have the above specifications. Please consult with your local Matrox Imaging representative, local Matrox Imaging sales office, or the Matrox Imaging Customer Support Group at headquarters before using a specific computer. -
Page 25: Electrical Specifications
Connectors on Matrox Odyssey XG Besides the PCI-X edge connector, there are four interface connectors on the Matrox Odyssey XG. On the bracket, there are two DVI-I connectors. On the top edge of the board, there are two link port connectors. - Page 26 26 Appendix A: Technical Information Connector #1 Signal name Signal name TX2- HPD1 TX2+ TX0- TX0+ TX4- / optional Y_VID_IN TX4+ TX5- / optional COMP_V_IN DDC CLK1 (display data channel) TX5+ DDC DAT1 VSYNC1 / STEREO_3D_VSYNC TXC1+ TX1- TXC1- TX1+ RED1 GREEN1 TX3- / optional C_VID_U_IN...
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Page 27: Link Port Connectors
Their main use is to interconnect Matrox Odyssey XG boards with Matrox Odyssey Xpro boards. However, you can use them to interconnect Matrox Odyssey XG boards with a third-party or custom board. If you have intentions of doing so, please contact your local Matrox Imaging representative, Matrox Imaging sales office, or the Matrox Imaging Customer Support Group. - Page 28 28 Appendix A: Technical Information...
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Page 29: Index
13 global information 24 see graphics processing unit graphics processing unit 20 link ports 21 main display 13 main memory 21 Matrox 256-bit GPU 20 Matrox PowerDesk 17 features 18 Help 18 icon 17 Matrox System Interface Bridge see SIB... -
Page 31: Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance FCC Compliance Statement Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for the compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Note This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. - Page 32 This device complies with EC Directive 89/336/EEC for a Class A digital device. It has been tested and found to comply with EN55022/CISPR22 and EN55024/CISPR24 when installed in a typical class A compliant host system. It is assumed that this device will also achieve compliance in any Class A compliant system. Le présent appareil numérique répond aux exigences stipulées dans la directive européenne 89/336/EEC prescrite pour les appareils numériques de classe A.
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Page 33: Product Support
Product support Limited Warranty Matrox warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. Matrox and its suppliers expressly disclaim any and all other warranties, express or implied. Your sole remedy shall be, repair or replacement of the product provided that the defective product be returned to the authorized dealer within a year from the date of delivery. - Page 35 Resolution: Network Card: Network Software: Other cards in system: Software Specific Information Operating system: Rev: Matrox SW used: Rev: Compiler: Rev: Fill out only if you are returning a board RMA #: Who were you talking to in customer support?
- Page 36 Describe the problem:...