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PBXGB–AA/CA PCI Graphics Option
Owner's Guide
Order Number: EK–PCIGR–OG. A01
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 PBXGB–AA/CA PCI Graphics Option Owner’s Guide Order Number: EK–PCIGR–OG. A01 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 First Printing, December 1995 Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or software in accordance with the description.
  • Page 3 FCC ID: AO9-PBXGC and AO9-PBXGD FCC Notice: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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 4 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Compliance Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Statement Communications. Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits MDC Avis De Conformation radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Guide Overview ..........Purpose .
  • Page 6 FRU/Order Numbers ........Index Figures PBXGB–AA Graphics Option Module .

  • Page 7: Guide Overview

    Guide Overview Guide Overview Purpose This guide provides general information on the PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules. This information is independent of the hardware platform. For specific information regarding your hardware platform, refer to your system documentation. The components on the PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules are Energy Star ready.

  • Page 8: Conventions

    Guide Overview The following conventions are used in this guide: Conventions CAUTION Cautions provide information to prevent damage to equipment or software. Read these carefully. Important Important notations provide information to allow your system to work properly. Note Notes contain additional information that you should be aware of.

  • Page 9: Module Overview

    Module Overview Module Overview Description The PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules are PCI local bus options that generate high-resolution, 2- and 3-dimensional color graphics. Application programs can utilize these graphics to render mechanical and electrical CAD, molecular modeling, scientific visualization, simulation, animation, and other graphical information.

  • Page 10: Software

    Module Overview The PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules are compatible Software with the minimum software version levels shown in Table 2. Table 2 Compatible Software Versions Graphics Microsoft Support Digital Digital OpenVMS Windows Services Designation Open3D UNIX Alpha Software PBXGB–AA V3.2 V3.2c V6.2 V3.51...

  • Page 11: Option Features

    Module Overview The PBXGB–AA graphics option module is shown in Figure 1. Option Features Table 3 describes the features. Figure 1 PBXGB–AA Graphics Option Module MLO-011732 Table 3 PBXGB–AA Module Features Reference Number Description VGA enable/disable jumper pins Alias jumper pins Rotary video selection frequency switch Stereoscopic cable port, 3.5 mm (0.18 in.) audio jack connector...

  • Page 12: Pbxgb-Ca Graphics Option Module

    Module Overview The PBXGB–CA module is shown in Figure 2. Table 4 describes the features. Figure 2 PBXGB–CA Graphics Option Module MLO-011734 Table 4 PBXGB–CA Module Features Reference Number Description VGA enable/disable jumper pins Alias jumper pins Rotary video selection frequency switch Stereoscopic cable port, 3.5 mm (0.18 in.) audio jack connector Video cable port, 15-pin D-sub connector...

  • Page 13: Frequency Switch

    Frequency Switch Frequency Switch Description Each module has a rotary-style switch with which to select the default frequency and resolution of the video signal that the module produces. Important The frequency switch settings listed in Table 5 are not used on systems running the Microsoft Windows NT operating system.

  • Page 14: Switch Settings

    Frequency Switch Table 5 Switch Settings Switch Pixel Frequency Refresh Setting (MHz) Monitor Resolution Rate (Hz) 130.808 1280x1024 119.85 1280x1024 108.21 1280x1024 104.02 1152x900 175.50 1600x1200 75.02 1024x768 74.39 1024x768 69.22 1024x864 64.99 1024x768 50.35 800x600 40.01 800x600 31.50 640x480 25.18 640x480 135.00...

  • Page 15: Module Installation

    Module Installation Module Installation Procedure The installation of a PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option module can be accomplished in a few easy-to-do steps. Each step presumes that you are familiar with your hardware platform. For specific information regarding your hardware platform, refer to your system documentation.

  • Page 16: Vga Enable/Disable And Alias Jumper Settings

    Module Installation 4. To enable (or make active), or disable aliasing and the use of the VGA chip, set the VGA and alias jumpers correctly. Important There can be only one VGA-enabled device in a system. Use the jumper setting information in Table 6, Figure 3, and Figure 4 as a guide to setting the jumpers.

  • Page 17: Vga Enable/Disable Settings-2 Mb Module

    Module Installation Figure 3 VGA Enable/Disable Settings—2 MB Module Alias MLO-011733 Figure 4 VGA Enable/Disable Settings—16 MB Module Alias MLO-011737...

  • Page 18: Installation Of 2 Mb Module

    Module Installation 5. Complete the installation by following these steps: Step 1: Insert the PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option module into the option slot. See Figure 5 and Figure 6, reference numbers Step 2: Push the adapter firmly into the socket. Insert the screw (removed from metal filler plate in an earlier step) and secure the module to the enclosure.

  • Page 19: Installation Of 16 Mb Module

    Module Installation Figure 6 shows the 16 MB option module being installed. Figure 6 Installation of 16 MB Module MLO-011735 Note For graphics to appear from left to right in a multihead configuration, the leftmost monitor must be attached to the graphics module in the highest PCI slot, the next monitor to the right must be connected to the second highest graphics module, and so on.
  • Page 20 Module Installation 7. Connect the video cable to the video cable port. The video cable port is reference number in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Important The video cable should be connected with only a shielded data cable with an integrated ferrite bead over the cable.

  • Page 21: Confirming Proper Installation

    Confirming Proper Installation Confirming Proper Installation Procedure To confirm that the module is installed properly, perform the following steps: 1. Turn on the monitor and any other devices connected to the system unit. 2. Turn on the system unit. 3. Verify that the console display is available and legible on the monitor screen.

  • Page 22: Stereo Viewing

    Stereo Viewing Stereo Viewing Description StereoGraphics, a leading manufacturer of true stereoscopic viewing systems, produces equipment that allows stereo viewing applications to work with your PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option module. For more information, contact: StereoGraphics 2171 East Francisco Boulevard San Raphael, California 94901 U.S.A.

  • Page 23: Appendix A - Video Timing

    Appendix A — Video Timing Appendix A — Video Timing Table 7 and Table 8 describe video timing parameters. The top row in each table lists the PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option module frequency switch settings.

  • Page 24: Video Monitor Timing I

    Appendix A — Video Timing Table 7 Video Monitor Timing I Frequency Switch Setting Pixel Clock 130.808 119.84 108.18 104.00 175.50 75.00 74.37 69.20 Frequency X Addressability 1280 1280 1280 1152 1600 1024 1024 1024 Y Addressability 1024 1024 1024 1200 Vertical Refresh (Hz)

  • Page 25: Video Monitor Timing

    Appendix A — Video Timing Table 8 Video Monitor Timing II Frequency Switch Setting Pixel Clock 65.00000 50.00000 40.00000 31.50000 25.17500 135.268 110.00 202.50 Frequency X Addressability 1024 1280 1280 1600 Y Addressability 1024 1024 1200 Vertical Refresh (Hz) Horizontal 48.36 48.08 37.88...

  • Page 26: Appendix B - Module Specifications

    Appendix B — Module Specifications Appendix B — Module Specifications Physical The physical specifications of the modules are listed in Table 9. Specifications Table 9 PBXGB–AA/CA PCI Graphics Option Module Weight and Dimensions Module Weight Length Width Height PBXGB–AA 132 g 112.09 mm 106.68 mm 144.05 mm...

  • Page 27: Video Output Characteristics

    Appendix B — Module Specifications The PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules use an industry- Video Output standard 15-pin D-sub connector. The connector passes the three Characteristics analog RED, GREEN and BLUE video signals, as well as vertical sync, horizontal sync, and DDC. Table 11 lists this information. Table 11 Video D-Sub Connector Pinout Green Blue...

  • Page 28: Appendix C - Cabling Information

    Appendix C — Cabling Information Appendix C — Cabling Information Cable Table 13 lists the cable that you can use with the PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option modules. Information Table 13 Cable Options Designation Order Number Length BC13L–10 30–34761–03 3 meters (10 feet)

  • Page 29: Appendix D - For Digital Service Use

    Appendix D — For Digital Service Use Appendix D — For Digital Service Use Introduction The information in this section is for Digital service representatives. FRU/Order See Table 14 to order field replaceable units (FRUs) for the customer. Numbers Table 14 Module FRUs Order Number PBXGB–AA module 54–23481–01...

  • Page 31: Index

    Index Cable options, 22 Overview Conventions conventions used, 1 used in this guide, 2 purpose of document, 1 Frequency switch Problems description of, 7 suggestions for solving, 15 FRUs order numbers for, 23 Service information for Digital service representative, 23 Installation FRU order numbers, 23 confirmation of, 15...
  • Page 32 Switch settings installation problems, 15 see PBXGB–AA/CA graphics option module, 7 see Table 7, 17 Version see Table 8, 17 of modules, 3 2 MB option, 11 Troubleshooting 16 MB option, 11 Index–2...

  • Page 33: Technical Support

    Electronic Store, call 800-DIGITAL (800-344-4825) and ask for an Electronic Store specialist. Telephone and Direct Mail Orders From Call Write U.S.A. DECdirect Digital Equipment Corporation Phone: 800-DIGITAL P.O. Box CS2008 (800-344-4825) Nashua, NH 03061 Fax: (603) 884-5597 Puerto Rico Phone: (809) 781-0505 Digital Equipment Caribbean, Inc.
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