Nvidia QUADRO G-SYNC II User manual

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User Guide

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 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

Swap Sync 38

Setting Up Genlock + Frame Lock 39

Leveraging Frame Lock/Genlock in OpenGL 40

Frame Lock Restrictions 40

Supported Frame Lock Conﬁgurations 41

Conﬁguring Frame Sync Using nvidia-settings Command 42

General Steps 42

Sample Conﬁgurations 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

Conﬁguring 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 Certiﬁcations 67

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II User Guide

Introduction to

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II

The NVIDIA®Quadro™G-Sync™II is an option card for the

NVIDIA Quadro 6000, 5000, Quadro FX 5800, and FX 4800

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 conﬁguration

of the NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II option card.

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II User Guide

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II

System Requirements

Operating System (32-bit or 64-bit)

Microsoft Windows XP

Microsoft Windows Professional x64 Edition,

Microsoft Windows Vista 32 bit and 64 bit

Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit and 64 bit

Linux

Solaris x86

Processor

Intel Pentium 4 or Xeon processor or higher

AMD Opteron processor or higher

RAM

2 GB minimum, 4 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 supported NVIDIA

Quadro graphics boards in a Quadro SLI certiﬁed chassis.

See http://www.nvidia.com/object/quadro_sli.html for more information..

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.

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II User Guide

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.

NVIDIA Quadro G-Sync II

Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, 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 ﬁre and electric shock.

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