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STEALTH VIDEO 2500
(PCI)
User Manual
Rel. 0996
Copyright by Diamond Multimedia
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  • Page 1 STEALTH VIDEO 2500 (PCI) User Manual Rel. 0996 Copyright by Diamond Multimedia...
  • Page 2 It is imperative that you read the README file on the CD and all the documentation supplied with your graphics board before installing it! If you fail to do so DIAMOND Multimedia cannot accept any responsibility for claims that may be caused as a consequence.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IF YOU NEED HELP ..........................20 Diamond’s Online Services: BBS, CompuServe, Internet ..............21 Diamond’s Fax-back System ........................22 Diamond SuperCD: Driver and Software Updates on CD ..............22 Diamond ExpertLine: Technical Support Hotline..................23 Diamond WorldWide: Support Services in the USA................24 Hardware Service ...........................24...

  • Page 4: General Information

     the SuperCD, including software drivers and documentation SuperCD Software for your Diamond product is supplied on the SuperCD. The most current utility software and drivers are available around the clock and can be downloaded from the Diamond BBS or CompuServe (GO DIAMOND). See the chapter If You Need Help for information on contacting Diamond.

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Warranty You have a 5-year warranty for your new graphics card. To ensure your warranty, it is necessary that you keep the invoice for the graphics card. If your graphics card is damaged, contact your local retailer first. Your board is a complex electronic device and can only be repaired by authorized technical personnel with the required equipment.

  • Page 6: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This device also complies with CE Certification pursuant to EN55002 IEC 801-2, 1991. 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.

  • Page 7: Introduction

     Software MPEG decoder for VideoCD and video on CD-I Additional Software Other drivers which become available for your hardware will be available via CompuServe, Internet and the DIAMOND BBS or on subsequent releases of the SuperCD. Troubleshooting Your board is a complex electronic device and can only be repaired by authorized technical personnel with the required equipment.

  • Page 8: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation Requirements 1. IBM compatible computer (80486/Pentium) with PCI version 2.x bus system 2. One free PCI bus system expansion slot 3. Windows 3.1x, Windows® 95, Windows NT, or OS/2 4. Screwdriver Warning! Prevent static electric damage. Static charges can cause severe damage to microcircuits, but here are some easy ways to see that it doesn't happen: Hold the graphics card by its edges only.

  • Page 9: Preparing Your Computer

    Hardware Compatibility: the PCI Bus and the Graphics Board The functionality of a graphics system depends mainly on two components: the graphics board and the mainboard. If the design of the PCI mainboard is not compliant with the approved PCI specifications you could experience problems with the graphics board.

  • Page 10: Installing Your Board

    Installing Your Board Install your board as follows: 1. If you are replacing an existing graphics board, remove it from its expansion slot. Select a free PCI expansion slot and remove its metal slot cover. Save the screw to secure the graphics card later. 2.

  • Page 11: Dram Upgrade

    After Installing the Board Please switch on your monitor before you switch on your computer. Doing it the other way around could damage your monitor. If your system does NOT boot as it should, check again to see that you followed the installation instructions properly, or refer to the Troubleshooting section.

  • Page 12: Software Installation - Windows 95 / Windows Nt 4.0

    Software Installation - Windows 95 / Windows NT 4.0 Installing Drivers and Utilities In order to use your board in your PC it is necessary to install a package of basic programs, regardless of the operating system you use. When Windows 95 detects an unknown Plug and Play device (as will occur when you start your system after installing your new board), it automatically displays the New Hardware Found menu.

  • Page 13: Software Installation - Windows 3.1X

    Using DSSETUP Double-click on the DIAMOND icon in the DIAMOND program group. The self- explanatory dialog box then will appear. Configure your system keeping the specifications of your monitor in mind.

  • Page 14: Software Installation - Windows Nt 3.51

    Software Installation - Windows NT 3.51 Installing Drivers and Utilities In order to use your board in your PC it is necessary to install a package of basic programs, regardless of the operating system you use. 1. Put the SUPERCD in drive E: 2.

  • Page 15: Software Installation - Os/2

    Software Installation - OS/2 Installing Drivers and Utilities In order to use your board in your PC it is necessary to install a package of basic programs, regardless of the operating system you use. Note From the CD you will create installation diskettes. With these diskettes you will then actually install the software on your system.

  • Page 16: In Control Tools 95 Features

    In Control Tools 95 Features InControl Tools 95 provides a set of easy-access display and desktop utilities for Windows95 that help you maintain a picture-perfect environment for work or pleasure. With InControl Tools 95 you can:  Use a popup menu to instantly switch desktop and viewport resolutions and zoom in and out on your viewport (if your graphics board supports this feature).

  • Page 17: Technical Details

    Video Modes Tables containing the video modes supported by your board can be found in the file BIOS.TXT on the SuperCD. This file is installed in your new DIAMOND directory during the software installation if you selected the Utilities option.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Whitebook: Used for digital video VideoCD (352 lines). Warning! To play VideoCDs with the STEALTH VIDEO 2500 you must have a Whitebook type CD ROM drive. As the VideoCD format of data is very new, some older CD ROM drives cannot read the VideoCD data. If you do have problems reading data from a VideoCD, a software update for your CD ROM drive may help.

  • Page 19: Problems With Videocds

    Problems with VideoCDs As Video CD is a new technology, many of you may be using this format for the first time. Comparable with VHS tape recordings, you can encounter similar picture problems in the VideoCD format. This section describes various symptoms and their causes.

  • Page 20: If You Need Help

     For graphics and video cards, the card’s BIOS version  For modem products, result codes from the I3 command (if possible)  Names and version numbers of the Diamond drivers and applications you are using  Name and version number of the application with which you have encountered problems ...

  • Page 21: Diamond's Online Services: Bbs, Compuserve, Internet

    Diamond’s Online Services: BBS, CompuServe, Internet Among other things, you can find the following kinds of information in the Diamond BBS as well as in Diamond’s CompuServe forums and Internet services:  the most current releases of Diamond drivers and software updates, ...

  • Page 22: Diamond's Fax-Back System

    This CD is updated at irregular intervals and can be obtained directly from Diamond. Information on the current version of the SuperCD, including price and order details, is available via the Diamond Fax Info Service, or from our support hotline staff.

  • Page 23: Diamond Expertline: Technical Support Hotline

     For graphics and video cards, the card’s BIOS version  For modem products, result codes from the I3 command (if possible)  Names and version numbers of the Diamond drivers and applications you are using  Name and version number of the application with which you have encountered problems ...

  • Page 24: Diamond Worldwide: Support Services In The Usa

    Diamond WorldWide: Support Services in the USA In addition to the European services described above, a number of information services are available from the support staff at Diamond in the USA. These include: Diamond Multimedia Inc., USA +1 - 408 - 325 - 7080 up to 2.400 Baud...

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