Installing the Card.....................................................................................................................................5
Installing Windows 95 Software................................................................................................................6
Installing the Basic Software and Utilities .............................................................................................6
InControl Tools 95 for Windows® 95 ....................................................................................................7
Trademarks, Copyright and Warranty ....................................................................................................17
FCC and CE Information ........................................................................................................................18
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Introducing your Stealth 3D 3000
The Installation Guide will help you through the installation of the graphics adapter.
Please take a few moments to read through this manual to become more familiar
with the card before installing it.
Your new graphic/multimedia card provides fast DRAM based 64-bit graphics
technology with accelerated video playback. The card is capable of scaling fullscreen video clips up to 30 frames-per-second.
System Compatibility
The card uses a 64-bit graphics accelerator chip designed for graphics programs
such as Windows 95, Windows 3.1x and AutoCAD. The chip is backwards
compatible with VGA. However, high-speed drivers have been provided which take
advantage of the power of your new graphic/multimedia card.
Memory Extension
Necessity of Memory Extension
Your Stealth 3D 3000 is fitted with 2 MB VRAM or 4 MB VRAM. This memory size
is adequate for many applications on the market.
4 MB VRAM is recommended for higher resolutions, faster refresh rates, and/or
higher color depths.
If you want or need z-buffering (Direct-3D/Games), consider a VRAM upgrade.
Memory Extension Modules
Optional memory modules (piggyback boards) are available.
For Stealth 3D 3000 with 2 MB VRAM
Upgrade module: 2 MB VRAM
Maximum video memory: 4 MB VRAM
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Extending Memory
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 cards on the edges only. Don't touch edge connectors or exposed
circuitry.
Leave the cards in the anti-static protective bag until ready to install them in your
computer.
If possible, ground your body when handling the card. The metal power supply
housing of your computer is generally considered the best place to ground
yourself.
Do not place the cards on a metal surface.
Make the least possible movement to avoid building up static electricity from
your clothing, carpets and furniture.
Step 1: Take the graphics card out of your computer, if it is already installed.
Step 2: Install the piggyback upgrade module to its designated connectors on the
graphics card - see the illustration.
a) Adjust the piggyback upgrade module - with the connectors facing the graphics
card - above the graphics card so that the beveled orientation corners (1) on both
cards match.
b) Make sure that all pins on the connectors of the piggyback upgrade module fit
correctly into the socket connectors (2) of the graphics card.
c) Press the piggyback upgrade module evenly until it is fully and snugly seated on
the graphics card.
Step 3: Install the graphics card with the memory extension into your computer. Refer
to Installing the Card.
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Installing the Card
The installation is easy and straightforward. These installation instructions
presume that you are familiar with your computer system. You may need to seek
assistance from your dealer or consult your computer operations guide.
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 on its edges only. Don't touch edge connectors or
exposed circuitry.
Leave the graphics card in the anti-static protective bag until ready to install it in
your computer.
If possible, ground your body when handling the card. The metal power supply
housing is generally considered the best place to ground yourself.
Do not place the graphics card on a metal surface.
Make the least possible movement to avoid building up static electricity from
your clothing, carpets and furniture.
Step1: With the power off, remove the computer cover, find an available PCI slot and
remove the bracket and screw. This is a good time to check if you have any coresident graphics adapters built into the motherboard and disable them. If you do
not disable them they will create a memory conflict with your graphic/multimedia
card. This is also a good time to remove any old graphics cards from your
computer.
Remember which cables go to which connectors. You may want to label the cables
and connectors before disconnecting them.
Make sure you disable or remove any other video adapters installed in your system
that may cause memory conflicts.
Step 2: Install the card firmly into its designated expansion card slot. Make sure to
press it evenly and snugly into the slot. Once you are certain the card is installed
properly in the slot, secure it with the bracket screw.
Step 3: Secure the computer cover and attach any previously removed cables. Use a
standard IBM VGA DB-15 analog cable for the new graphic/multimedia card.
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Installing Windows 95 Software
Installing the Basic Software and Utilities
In order to use your card in your PC it is necessary to install a package of basic
programs, regardless of the operating system in use. Please execute the following
steps in order to install the basic software.
Put the SuperCD in drive E: and start the installation (from E:) as follows:
1. Click on the START button in the task bar, select the option 'Run' and then select
START.EXE from the root directory of the CD.
2. Choose English (E) as your language for the installation.
3. The main menu is displayed.
4. Click on the StartInstallation button.
5. Confirm your hardware if necessary.
6. Select one of the displayed installation options, and enter or confirm the path for
the software installation.
Depending on your choice, README information, or a list of software drivers
available for installation, is displayed.
7. Click the Next button and follow the instructions on the screen. The installation
program will automatically copy all the necessary files onto your hard disk.
The basic software is now installed. To install and configure the drivers you need
for the different operating systems and applications you are using, please read the
relevant sections that follow.
Note: The monitor configuration set by default is: 640x480 resolution; 60 Hz
screen refresh rate.
Set higher screen refresh rates, resolutions, or color depths according to
your monitor´s performance, for example, by using a corresponding tuning
program ( see InControl Tools 95 for Windows95 ).
Note: You can also install the Windows® 95 driver via the Standard Windows®
95 Installation Program. To do this, start the corresponding .INF file from
the SuperCD (the file name corresponds to the board name, e.g.
DMSSTL.INF). But please be aware that if you do so, additional utilities will
NOT be installed.
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InControl Tools 95 for Windows® 95
InControl Tools 95 provides a set of easy-access display and desktop utilities 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.
Center windows and message boxes to the viewport or desktop.
Control other display management features--screen saver, fast scroll, pan lock,
even your hot keys and popup menus--with menu on/off switches.
Adjust your system's audio volume with a handy popup slider bar.
Add or remove items from your left- or right-button popup menus.
The Setup Wizard guides you through the complete InControl Tools
customization process. It is run when you install InControl Tools for the first
time, but you can run it again any time by clicking the InControl Tools tray icon
and choosing Setup Wizard.
Quick start instructions
When you install InControl Tools 95, a tray icon is added to your Windows95
desktop and several new options are added to your Display Properties dialog.
Many of the new features available to you are activated immediately after installing
InControl Tools and restarting Windows. You can then modify or toggle any feature
on or off, either through the Display Properties dialog or directly from your
enhanced desktop (right button) menu.
To start using InControl Tools immediately after installation and restart:
Click your right mouse button on the Windows desktop. Your enhanced desktop
menu appears. Note that this is the same Windows95 "right-click" menu that
normally appears, but with several new items listed above the standard items.
These new items are your InControl Tools enhancements. Check all features and
submenus to review the default settings.
Click your left mouse button on the Windows desktop. Your popup start menu
appears. Note that this is the same menu that appears when you click the Start
menu. Now, however, it's also available as a "floating" popup menu.
You're now ready to use or customize all of these new features (such as adding hot
key shortcuts).
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Installing Windows 3.1x Software
Installing the Basic Software 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 in use. Please execute the following
steps in order to install the basic software.
Put the SuperCD in drive E: and start the installation (from E:) as follows:
1. Start the Program Manager, select 'File'-'Run', then START.EXE from the
CD.
2. Choose English (E) as your language for the installation.
3. The main menu is displayed.
4. Click on the StartInstallation button.
5. Confirm your hardware if necessary.
6. Select one of the displayed installation options, and enter or confirm the path for
the software installation.
Depending on your choice, README information or a list of software drivers
available for installation, is displayed.
7. Click the Next button and follow the instructions on the screen. The installation
program will automatically copy all the necessary files onto your hard disk.
8. To enable the new driver installation the system restarts.
The basic software is now installed. To install and configure the drivers you need
for the different operating systems and applications you are using, please read the
relevant sections that follow in this chapter.
Note: The monitor configuration set by default is: 640x480 resolution; 60 Hz
screen refresh rate.
Set higher screen refresh rates, resolutions, or color depths according to
your monitor´s performance, for example, by using a corresponding tuning
program. Refer to the online help for InControl Tools Lite (ICT Lite.
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AutoCAD for Windows - BigFocus Driver
The BigFocus driver is supplied for use with AutoCAD 13 running under Windows
95 or under Windows NT. The driver allows view and layer manipulation, spyglass
lens, bird's-eye view, and view export.
Using BigFocus is self-explanatory but if you should need further information,
consult the integrated online help and/or the separate BigFocus documentation.
BigFocus Installation
Note: You must have already installed the basic software from the CD before
continuing.
Put the CD in drive E: and start the installation (from E:) as follows:
1. Click on the START button in the task bar, select the option 'Run' and then select
START.EXE from the root directory of the CD.
2. Choose English (E) as your language for the installation.
3. The main menu is displayed.
4. Click on the StartInstallation button.
5. Confirm your hardware if necessary.
6. Select Custom installation, and enter or confirm the path for the software
installation.
7. Click the Next button
8. Select BigFocus from the list and follow the instructions on the screen. The
installation program will automatically copy all the necessary files onto your hard
disk.
Note: An important file will also be created on your hard disk: DSBIGFOC.INI
DSBIGFOC.INI contains an important entry that you may need to change to
accommodate for your hardware. See the ‘Troubleshooting’ section of the
online help for more information.
Reconfiguring AutoCAD for Windows to use BigFocus:
1. Start ACADWIN, Select "Options", "Configure", and when selecting the display
driver choose:
BigFocus - Accelerated Display Driver.
2. Save your changes.
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Having Problems ?
Booting Problems
No Video
System hangs
System beeps
Solutions
Make sure the card is seated properly in its expansion slot and the monitor cable is
securely fastened to the card.
Check to see if your monitor is getting power. You should double check the
electrical cable and the power switch.
Make sure your monitor cable has the proper pin-out configuration. It should be
able to work with a standard IBM VGA DB-15 analog graphics adapter.
Check if there is another display adapter in your system, or if your system has built-
in video on the motherboard. You should remove or disable it. Your dealer or
system user guide may be able to assist you.
Check other cards in your system that might be using the same addressing space,
for example, network or modem cards.
Disable any VIDEO ROM BIOS shadowing at location C000-C7FF in your PC’s
CMOS setup. You may find the option located in the ‘Advanced CMOS Setup’.
Try to install the card to a different PCI slot.
Try the card in another machine. If the card works properly in another computer,
there is a conflict between the system configuration and the card. If you have tried
all above suggestions, please contact the Technical Support for additional help.
Note: The Stealth 3D 3000 card uses the following address areas.
I/O Address 3B0-3DF
Memory Address A000-AFFF, B800-BFFF
Video BIOS C000-C7FF
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Video Problems
Video Flicker
Scrambled Video
Screen Display is Small
Monitor is not Listed
Solutions
Video Flicker
Increase the vertical frequency for the resolution that you are using. Do not specify
a frequency that exceeds your monitor´s frequency range.
Scrambled Video
It is most likely that the selected frequency is not supported by your monitor. Select
an alternative frequency that is supported by your monitor. For information on what
resolutions and frequencies your monitor can handle, refer to the monitor´s user
manual or contact your monitor manufacturer.
Screen Display is Small
Use a lower vertical refresh rate. The selected vertical refresh rate may be too high
for the monitor to support it. A reduced screen size may be the result
Note: For information on what vertical frequencies your monitor can handle, refer to
the monitor´s user manual or contact your monitor manufacturer.
Monitor is not Listed
To set up the video card for your monitor you will need the vertical and horizontal
frequencies along with the polarity settings for each resolution. Using the InControl
Tools mode utility for Windows you can configure your monitor by selecting the
User Defined Monitor option.
Note: For information on what vertical frequencies your monitor can handle, refer to
the monitor´s user manual or contact your monitor manufacturer.
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Difficulty Starting Windows and Other Applications
Solutions
Check your CONFIG.SYS file for a memory manager like QEMM386, EMM386, or
386MAX. A memory manager may be mapping devices in the video area,
particularly in the “A000” or “B000” page. All Diamond cards use the memory area
“A000-C7FF” exclusively.
The following examples will help you to reserve the required memory area for your
Stealth 3D 2000 card. Optimize your memory use again after having modified your
CONFIG.SYS file.
For using QEMM386 edit the following line in your CONFIG.SYS file
DEVICE=C:\QEMM\QEMM386.SYS
add X=A000-C7FF, and for Stealth Option ST:F ST:M also add XST=C000
Example: DEVICE=C:\QEMM\QEMM386.SYS X=A000-C7FF XST=C000
In the SYSTEM.INI file, find the section that starts [386ENH]. Remove the line
DEVICE=MONOUMB2 (“Rem” the line with a semicolon at the beginning).
For using 386MAX edit the following line in your CONFIG.SYS file DEVICE=C:\
386MAX\386MAX.SYS
add EXCLUDE=A000-C7FF
Example: DEVICE=C:\ 386MAX\386MAX.SYS EXCLUDE=A000-C7FF
In the 386MAX directory edit the file 386MAX.PRO, Place a semicolon (;) in front of
the VGASWAP command.
Also check for further commands that may map memory areas conflicting with the
video memory area A000-C7FF.
If this does not work, re-install 386MAX and select “NO” for the installation options
ROM SEARCH, MDA AREA, and VGASWAP.
For using EMM386 edit the following line in your CONFIG.SYS file
DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE
add X=A000-C7FF
You may need to remove HIGHSCAN
Example: DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE X=A000-C7FF
In the SYSTEM.INI file, find the section that starts [386ENH]. Edit the file and add
the following statement: EMMExclude=A000-C7FF
If you have previously used MEMMAKER (DOS 6.x), run MEMMAKER again.
Try to disable the following settings, because of possible conflicts with the driver
installation: Wallpaper, 32-bit disk access, or 32-bit file and access Network drivers
Screen Saver.
Disable any programs that are loading automatically when starting Windows, for
example, from the STARTUP group, RUN or LOAD lines from the WIN.INI file.
Remove all programs from the STARTUP group and place semicolons (;) before
the ‘LOAD’ and ‘Run’ lines in the WIN.INI file.
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General Protection Fault (GPF) in Windows
Solutions
Follow the steps below to determine the cause of the problem.
Change your display driver to ‘Microsoft Standard VGA’ - not ‘VGA Version 3.0’
If the problem still exists, an application may have been corrupted or has a conflict
with Windows. Re-install the application and/or contact your application vendor for
additional help.
If the problem no longer exists, reset the display to the Stealth driver. Then edit
your CONFIG.SYS file and “Rem” all lines except of
DEVICE=C:\DOS\HIGHMEM.SYS
FILES=XX
BUFFERS=XX
for example: Rem DEVICE=C:\DOS\ANSI.SYS
Then edit your AUTOEXEC.BAT file and “Rem” all lines except of the PATH=
statement.
Start your system again.
If the GPF does not show, check your CONFIG.SYS file for a proper memory
exclusion. Then add the ”Rem-lines back one at a time to identify the source of the
problem.
If the GPF still shows contact the Technical Support for additional help.
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Diamond Tech Support Team Europe -
If You Need Help . . .
Your documentation and the README files provide tips and suggestions to help
you, should you encounter problems or have questions regarding the use of your
Diamond product.
Additional technical support is available from the extensive information and support
services offered by the Diamond Technical Support Team Europe. Further
information is available from our company headquarters in the USA. Below is a
brief description of our European support services and how you can take advantage
of them. We also provide an overview of our worldwide information services.
In order for us to service your inquiries to the best of our ability, please be prepared
to provide the following information when you contact Diamond for technical
support:
The exact designation of your Diamond Multimedia product
The operating system you are using, as well as information about the computing
environment in which you use your product
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
A detailed description of the problem. Please reproduce the problem several times
and provide a detailed description of the necessary steps.
Last-Minute Changes - README files
Our software is constantly being improved and updated. The latest information is
contained in README files. You can read the README files at any time: log to the
subdirectory
...\INSTALL\GRAPHIC\STEALTH\3D3000\INSTALL\ on your CD and run
WSHOW README.ENG
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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;
optional drivers and programs that aren’t standard components of our products;
tips, hints and technical information prepared and constantly updated by Diamond’s
support staff--you’ll find these under the heading Tips & FAQ’s for our Products;
and a variety of other information.
The online services are available 24 hours every day and provide (technical)
information about all aspects of our products. Please consult these sources before
calling our hotline. It’s quite possible that the answer to your question is already
documented in our online services.
Here’s where you can reach the online services of Diamond’s Technical Support
Team Europe:
Diamond BBS
Diamond Germany +49 - 81 51 - 266 333 Modem, up to 28.8 kBaud
+49 - 81 51 - 266 334 ISDN
Diamond UK +44 - 11 89 - 44 44 15 Modem, up to 28.8 kBaud
Diamond France +44 - 11 89 - 44 44 15 Modem, up to 28.8 kBaud
+49 - 81 51 - 266 333 Modem, up to 28.8 kBaud
+49 - 81 51 - 266 334 ISDN
Diamond’s CompuServe Forums
GO SPEA European forum (German language)
GO DIAMOND US forum (English)
GO SUPRA US forum (English), for modem products
Diamond and Internet
World Wide Web
http://www.spea.com European WWW server (multilingual)
http://www.diamondmm.com US WWW server (English
http://www.supra.com US WW W server (English),for modem products
FTP
ftp.diamondmm.com US FTP server (English)
ftp.supra.com US FTP server (English), for modem products
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Diamond’s Fax-back System
You also have access to a variety of information through our fax-back system. All
you need is a touch-tone phone to select documents such as:
technical tips, tricks and suggestions, compiled by our support staff;
answers to frequently asked questions; and
much more information about Diamond and its products.
Diamond Fax Info Service
The fax-back system is available 24 hours daily at the following numbers:
Diamond Germany +49 - 81 51 - 266 332
Most information is available in German and English.
Diamond UK in preparation
Diamond France in preparation
Diamond SuperCD: Driver and Software
Updates on CD
Most drivers and software updates are available on the Diamond SuperCD as well
as from our online services. 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.
Hardware Service
DIAMOND products are subjected to intensive tests and fulfill the highest quality
standards. Nevertheless, you have the benefit of additional security with an
extended guarantee for graphics boards. In the unlikely event of you needing to use
your guarantee, please contact your local distributor or retailer for help and advice.
Your board is a complex electronic device and can only be repaired by authorized
technical personnel with the required equipment. Do not attempt to change or repair
any parts of this product. Doing so will render your warranty invalid.
Your Stealth 3D 3000 comes with a five-year hardware warranty. Diamond
Multimedia Systems, Inc., (Diamond) warrants this Stealth 3D 3000 against defects
in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase
from Diamond or an authorized Diamond agent. This warranty applies only to the
original purchaser of the Stealth 3D 3000 and is not transferable. This warranty
does not cover any incompatibilities due to the user’s computer, hardware, software
or any other related system configuration in which the Stealth 3D 3000 interfaces.
Proof of purchase will be required before any warranty consideration by Diamond
occurs.
This warranty does not cover any damage caused by negligence, non-authorized
modifications, or parts installed without prior written permission from Diamond.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse,
misuse, or misapplication, nor as a result of service to the product by anyone other
than by Diamond.
DIAMOND IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS
OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF
THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW,
DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Some states do not allow limitation of implied warranties, or exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which
may vary from state to state.
This warranty applies only to this product, and is governed by the laws of the State
of California.
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FCC and CE Information
This device complies to CE Certification pursuant to EN55002 IEC 801-2, 1991.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
FCC ID # FTUPCI30208
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used properly, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna
Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver
Move the computer away from the receiver
Plug the computer into a different outlet so that computer and receiver are on
different branch circuits
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: How to Identify and
Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems.
This booklet is available from the
U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
To meet FCC requirements: “SHIELDED CABLE(S) and POWER CORDS MUST
BE USED TO CONNECT THE DEVICE TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER OR
OTHER CLASS B DEVICE ACCORDING TO FCC 15.838D.” ANY CHANGES OR
MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USERS AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.
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