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NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................1
About This Guide .......................................................................... 1
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II ...........................................................3
System Requirements .................................................................... 3
Implementing SLI Technology ........................................................ 3
NVIDIA Frame Synchronization ...................................................... 4
Unpacking .................................................................................... 4
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II Equipment ......................................... 5
Safety Instructions ........................................................................ 6
Installing NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II Card ........................................ 7
NVIDIA Frame Synchronization Under Windows XP ...................9
How To Set Up Genlock ............................................................... 10
Set Up the Hardware ............................................................... 10
Set Up the Software ................................................................ 12
How To Set Up Frame Lock .......................................................... 16
Set Up the Hardware ............................................................... 17
Set Up the Server Software ..................................................... 18
Changing the Timing Signal Frequency ..................................... 19
Set Up the Client Software ...................................................... 20
Swap Sync Setup .................................................................... 22
Setting Up Genlock + Frame Lock ................................................ 23
Checking the Connection Status ................................................... 24
Swap Sync ............................................................................. 25
NVIDIA Frame Synchronization Under Linux ........................... 27
Using the nvidia-settings Utility .................................................... 28
How To Set Up Genlock ............................................................... 28
Set Up the Hardware ............................................................... 29
Set Up the Software ................................................................ 30
How to Set Up Frame Lock .......................................................... 34
Set Up the Hardware ............................................................... 34
Set Up the Server Software ..................................................... 35
Test the Connections ............................................................... 37
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Swap Sync ............................................................................. 38
Setting Up Genlock + Frame Lock ................................................ 39
Leveraging Frame Lock/Genlock in OpenGL ................................... 40
Frame Lock Restrictions........................................................... 40
Supported Frame Lock Confi gurations ...................................... 41
Confi guring Frame Sync Using nvidia-settings Command ................ 42
General Steps ......................................................................... 42
Sample Confi gurations ............................................................ 42
Writing a Frame Lock NV-CONTROL Client .................................... 49
Writing a Frame Lock Client for NV-CONTROL 1.8 ..................... 49
Writing a Frame Lock Client for NV-CONTROL 1.9 ..................... 51
Using the OpenGL Extensions .................................................. 55
Frame Synchronization Using the OpenGL Extensions .................... 56
About Buffer Swaps ................................................................ 56
Confi guring for Swap Sync ....................................................... 58
OpenGL Extensions ..................................................................... 59
References and Resources ....................................................... 63
Getting Driver Updates ................................................................ 63
Registration, Support and Warranty ........................................ 65
Registering Your Quadro G-Sync II ............................................... 65
Warranty and Support ................................................................. 66
Compliance and Certifi cations .................................................. 67
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Introduction to
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
The NVIDIA® Quadro® G-Sync™ II is an option card for the NVIDIA
Quadro FX 5600 and Quadro FX 4600 graphics boards. Featuring
frame lock and genlock functionality, the Quadro G-Sync II delivers
unprecedented levels of realism, visualization and collaborative capabilities
by enabling advanced multi-system and multi-device visualization
environments.
Note: It is important to register your NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II in order to receive
NVIDIA Customer Care online and phone support. You can register your
Quadro G-Sync II at www.nvidia.com/register
About This Guide
This User Guide discusses the installation and confi guration of the
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II option card.
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NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
System Requirements
Operating System (32-bit or 64-bit)
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Professional x64 Edition
Linux
Solaris x86
Processor
Intel Pentium 4 or Xeon processor or higher
AMD Opteron processor or higher
RAM
1 GB minimum, 2 GB recommended
System Interface
1 open expansion slot
Implementing SLI
Technology
To take advantage of NVIDIA’s SLI™ technology combined with
Genlock/Frame lock functionality, you must install one NVIDIA Quadro
G-Sync II card in conjunction with two NVIDIA Quadro FX 4600 or
Quadro FX 5600 graphics boards.
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NVIDIA Frame
Synchronization
Visual computing applications that involve multiple displays or even
multiple windows within a display can require special signal processing and
application controls in order to function properly.
For example, in order to produce quality video recording of animated
graphics, the display graphics must be synchronized with the video camera.
As another example, applications presented on multiple displays must be
synchronized in order to complete the illusion of a larger, virtual canvas.
The NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II option card and Frame Synchronization
software lets you synchronize windows and displays for various visual
computing applications.
Unpacking
Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II option card, it is
a good idea to make sure you meet all the system requirements (page 3) for
a smooth installation.
Be sure to inspect each piece of equipment shipped in the packing box. If
anything is missing or damaged, contact your reseller
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NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II Equipment
The following equipment is included in the NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
box.
One (1) NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II Option Card
Installs into an open expansion slot in your computer.
Two (2) Ribbon Cables
Used to connect the primary G-Sync connector on the G-
Sync II option card to the G-Sync connector on the Quadro
FX graphics board.
One (1) Quadro G-Sync Cable
Used to connect multiple Quadro G-Sync II enabled
systems.
One (1) Registration Card
Register to gain priority access to NVIDIA’s Customer Care
One (1) NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II Installation CD
Contains all the necessary drivers to enable the Quadro
G-Sync II option card.
One (1) Installation Guide
The Installation Guide provides the basic procedures
necessary to install and bring up the Quadro G-Sync II
option card.
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Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, and injury always follow basic
safety precautions.
Note: All hardware must be installed prior to installation of the drivers.
Remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a
soft, damp cloth from cleaning exposed surfaces.
Do not operate this product near water or when your hands or body
are wet.
Do not place this product on soft surfaces that could block the
ventilation slots and cause overheating.
Do not place this product near a heating register or radiator.
Place this product securely on a stable surface. Serious damage to this
product may result if it falls.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place
this product where a person can step or trip on the power cord or
telephone cords.
Do not disassemble this product. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.
Do not put lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, and so forth, on this
product.
Do not overload the AC main source and power extension cords.
Doing so increases the risk of fi re and electric shock.
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NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
Installing NVIDIA
Quadro G-Sync II Card
Before you begin, make sure that the Quadro FX 4600 and/or Quadro FX
5600 graphics board and NVIDIA drivers are correctly installed.
The following is additional information concerning installation of the
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II card.
Note: The NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II option card must be used only in
conjunction with an NVIDIA Quadro FX 4600 or an NVIDIA Quadro FX 5600
graphics board.
Install the Quadro G-Sync II option card into any available expansion
slot within six inches of the G-Sync connector on the appropriate
Quadro FX 4600 and/or Quadro FX 5600 graphics board.
Use the cable that comes with your Quadro G-Sync II option card to
connect the primary G-Sync connector to the Quadro FX graphics
board G-Sync connector shown on page 8.
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Quadro G-Sync II
Quadro FX 4600 or Quadro FX 5600
graphics board
Cable connecting the Quadro G-Sync
card to the Quadro FX 4600 or Quadro
FX 5600 card
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NVIDIA Frame Synchronization
Under Windows XP
This section describes how to set up frame synchronization under
Windows XP. It contains the following sections:
How To Set Up Genlock
How To Set Up Frame Lock
Setting Up Genlock + Frame Lock
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How To Set Up Genlock
The following are the basic steps to genlocking a system. Detailed
instructions are provided in the related sections:
Set Up the Hardware
Connect the external sync source to the BNC connector on the
graphics board.
Set Up the Software
Use the NVIDIA Control Panel Workstation->Synchronize displays
page to establish the system as the server, to choose the sync source,
and confi gure the sync pulse.
Set Up the Hardware
Start the system, then connect the external source signal to the House
Sync connector (BNC) of the Quadro G-Sync II option card.
The Quadro G-Sync II supports the following external
synchronization signal types:
TTL (3.3 volt level)
Composite Bi-level (NTSC or PAL sources use bi-level composite
signals)
Composite Tri-level (HDTV sources commonly use tri-level
composite signals)
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Check the LED on the connector panel.
A green LED means the hardware has detected the timing signal
and you can proceed to the next step.
An occasional red fl ash is OK.
A red LED means the hardware can’t detect the timing signal.
Check the signal source and correct the problem before
proceeding.
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nc Source
Server
NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II
Connector Bracket
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Set Up the Software
This section provides intructions for using the NVIDIA Control Panel to
set up the genlock system.
Basic Genlock Setup
Detecting the House Sync Signal
Using the House Sync Signal
Restoring an Unstable Display
Basic Genlock Setup
Right-click the desktop and then from the pop-up menu click
NVIDIA Control Panel.
From the NVIDIA Control Panel Select a Task pane, under the
Workstation heading, click Synchronize displays to open that page
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3. Under The timing server is, click the On this system radio button.
4. Click Apply.
The graphics board should automatically detect the sync signal and no
further action is needed.
The following sections provide information on other tasks such as how to
adjust the synchronization to the external house sync. You can also consult
the online help by pressing F1 to open the Help fi le and then opening the
Workstation->Frame Synchronization contents.
Detecting the House Sync Signal
Normally, the software automatically detects the signal type that is being
used. If necessary, you can force the software to detect the signal type as
follows:
On the system that you have
set up to be the server, right-
click the desktop and then
from the pop-up menu click
NVIDIA Control Panel.
From the NVIDIA Control
Panel Select a Task pane,
under the Workstation
heading, click Synchronize
displays to open that page,
then click Edit Settings to
open the Server Settings dialog
box.
Click the Sync signal
detection list arrow and then
click the item corresponding
to the house signal source.
Click OK to save the settings.
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