ATI Technologies Radeon X600 - Manual (Page 13)

Introduction 7
CHAPTER 3:
ATI’s CATALYST™ Software Suite
Introduction
This chapter describes using the advanced multiple-monitor and 3D
graphics features in ATI’s CATALYST™ Software Suite.
Features
Multiple Displays and 3D Gaming
ATI’s CATALYST™ Software Suite provides multiple-display
functionality, and its advanced graphic features, such as
SMARTSHADER™ HD, provide the ultimate 3D gaming experience.
The CATALYST™ Software Suite also supports the latest versions of
Direct 3D® and OpenGL®. Many 3D game titles will virtually come to life
through the advanced Direct 3D® or OpenGL® features. Gamers can fine-
tune these settings for the ultimate experience in 3D image quality or 3D
gaming performance.
HYDRAVISION™
In addition to the multiple display functionality available with ATI’s
CATALYST™ Software Suite, you can also use HYDRAVISION™ for
advanced multi-monitor management. For more information on
HYDRAVISION™ , please refer to the
HYDRAVISION™ User’s Guide
PDF located on your ATI Installation CD.
Accessing the CATALYST™ Software Suite
For help installing the CATALYST™ Software Suite, refer to the Getting
Started Guide .
The CATALYST™ Software Suite installs the ATI display tabs into the
Windows®
Display Properties dialog. They are accessed through the
Advanced button located on the Settings tab.