Unable to display Stereo with FX 1800M, Viewsonic VX2268WM monitor
Hello guys .. my first post.

I have a Dell Precision M4500 laptop. I would like to display in stereo mode, on a Viewsonic VX2268WM monitor. This is how I've connected:
- Display Port to Dual Link DVI-D cable
- Dual Link DVI-D cable to Viewsonic Monitor

My graphics card is FX 1800M, and I have the latest driver: 8.17.12.8026. I am not able to view in 3D mode, and I suspect that the main reason is that I am not able to change the refresh rate of the monitor to 120Hz. (Laptop lid is closed). Under 'List all modes' for the graphics adapter, I don't even see a 120 Hz mode. Is this not supported on FX 1800M? (I'd be surprised).

What could be the reason? Thanks in advance for the help.

Ash
Hello guys .. my first post.



I have a Dell Precision M4500 laptop. I would like to display in stereo mode, on a Viewsonic VX2268WM monitor. This is how I've connected:

- Display Port to Dual Link DVI-D cable

- Dual Link DVI-D cable to Viewsonic Monitor



My graphics card is FX 1800M, and I have the latest driver: 8.17.12.8026. I am not able to view in 3D mode, and I suspect that the main reason is that I am not able to change the refresh rate of the monitor to 120Hz. (Laptop lid is closed). Under 'List all modes' for the graphics adapter, I don't even see a 120 Hz mode. Is this not supported on FX 1800M? (I'd be surprised).



What could be the reason? Thanks in advance for the help.



Ash

#1
Posted 10/12/2011 04:29 PM   
Is the Display being properly recognized, you may have to install a driver for it. Windows most likely set it up as plug and play or is not seeing it and only allowing you select the available settings for the laptop. I know there have been issues with notebook GPUs and 3D Vision, but I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro cards. I do see that your card is on the requirement list http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-pro-requirements.html
Is the Display being properly recognized, you may have to install a driver for it. Windows most likely set it up as plug and play or is not seeing it and only allowing you select the available settings for the laptop. I know there have been issues with notebook GPUs and 3D Vision, but I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro cards. I do see that your card is on the requirement list http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-pro-requirements.html

#2
Posted 10/12/2011 05:11 PM   
BTW you do realize that is not a 1920x1080P display, try 1680x1050@120
BTW you do realize that is not a 1920x1080P display, try 1680x1050@120

#3
Posted 10/12/2011 05:15 PM   
Hi D-Man11,

Thanks for the response. I have installed drivers for the display also from the Viewsonic website for Windows 7 64-bit.

Regards
Ash

[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 10:41 PM' timestamp='1318439518' post='1307142']
Is the Display being properly recognized, you may have to install a driver for it. Windows most likely set it up as plug and play or is not seeing it and only allowing you select the available settings for the laptop. I know there have been issues with notebook GPUs and 3D Vision, but I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro cards. I do see that your card is on the requirement list http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-pro-requirements.html
[/quote]
Hi D-Man11,



Thanks for the response. I have installed drivers for the display also from the Viewsonic website for Windows 7 64-bit.



Regards

Ash



[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 10:41 PM' timestamp='1318439518' post='1307142']

Is the Display being properly recognized, you may have to install a driver for it. Windows most likely set it up as plug and play or is not seeing it and only allowing you select the available settings for the laptop. I know there have been issues with notebook GPUs and 3D Vision, but I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro cards. I do see that your card is on the requirement list http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-pro-requirements.html

#4
Posted 10/12/2011 05:16 PM   
Yes, I am only trying to display 1680 x 1050 at 120Hz. For this resolution I see only 60Hz option, no other.

[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 10:45 PM' timestamp='1318439708' post='1307144']
BTW you do realize that is not a 1920x1080P display, try 1680x1050@120
[/quote]
Yes, I am only trying to display 1680 x 1050 at 120Hz. For this resolution I see only 60Hz option, no other.



[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 10:45 PM' timestamp='1318439708' post='1307144']

BTW you do realize that is not a 1920x1080P display, try 1680x1050@120

#5
Posted 10/12/2011 05:17 PM   
One of my friends has a Quadro FX 2700M, and is able to see 120Hz modes when he tries 'List all modes'.
One of my friends has a Quadro FX 2700M, and is able to see 120Hz modes when he tries 'List all modes'.

#6
Posted 10/12/2011 05:19 PM   
So you've verified that your monitor is listed by Manufacturer and not Generic PNP monitor? Have you tried the "Set up stereoscopic 3D" tab of the Nvidia control panel. Try following the instructions in the 3D Vision User's guide http://www.nvidia.com/content/3dvision/docs/3dvision-universal-install-guide-may11.pdf
So you've verified that your monitor is listed by Manufacturer and not Generic PNP monitor? Have you tried the "Set up stereoscopic 3D" tab of the Nvidia control panel. Try following the instructions in the 3D Vision User's guide http://www.nvidia.com/content/3dvision/docs/3dvision-universal-install-guide-may11.pdf

#7
Posted 10/12/2011 05:49 PM   
Yes to both. In fact, this monitor is listed even on the NVIDIA website as a supported monitor for 3D vision with the FX1800M graphics card.

[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 11:19 PM' timestamp='1318441752' post='1307172']
So you've verified that your monitor is listed by Manufacturer and not Generic PNP monitor? Have you tried the "Set up stereoscopic 3D" tab of the Nvidia control panel. Try following the instructions in the 3D Vision User's guide http://www.nvidia.com/content/3dvision/docs/3dvision-universal-install-guide-may11.pdf
[/quote]
Yes to both. In fact, this monitor is listed even on the NVIDIA website as a supported monitor for 3D vision with the FX1800M graphics card.



[quote name='D-Man11' date='12 October 2011 - 11:19 PM' timestamp='1318441752' post='1307172']

So you've verified that your monitor is listed by Manufacturer and not Generic PNP monitor? Have you tried the "Set up stereoscopic 3D" tab of the Nvidia control panel. Try following the instructions in the 3D Vision User's guide http://www.nvidia.com/content/3dvision/docs/3dvision-universal-install-guide-may11.pdf

#8
Posted 10/13/2011 04:22 AM   
I meant do you see the display listed by manufacturer in the Nvidia control panelon the change resolution tab? Are you seeing the "set up stereographic 3D" tab in the control panel and if so are you seeing the "green" Nvidia logo displayed?
There are known issues with laptops and 3D Vision, I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro GPUs, but there was a mention of a fix on an Asus laptop http://forums.nvidia.com/index.php?showtopic=203162&view=findpost&p=1285692, maybe you need to do the same, contact Dell support and/or do a bios update.
I meant do you see the display listed by manufacturer in the Nvidia control panelon the change resolution tab? Are you seeing the "set up stereographic 3D" tab in the control panel and if so are you seeing the "green" Nvidia logo displayed?

There are known issues with laptops and 3D Vision, I'm unsure if it applies to the Quaddro GPUs, but there was a mention of a fix on an Asus laptop http://forums.nvidia.com/index.php?showtopic=203162&view=findpost&p=1285692, maybe you need to do the same, contact Dell support and/or do a bios update.

#9
Posted 10/13/2011 09:28 AM   
Yes, I do see it listed in the Nvidia panel, and I also get the Stereo 3D options. Nothing is missing in the GUI, it just doesn't display in 3D! I get this annoying warning: "Attempting to set stereo in a non-stereo mode".
Yes, I do see it listed in the Nvidia panel, and I also get the Stereo 3D options. Nothing is missing in the GUI, it just doesn't display in 3D! I get this annoying warning: "Attempting to set stereo in a non-stereo mode".

#10
Posted 10/13/2011 12:55 PM   
I know close to nothing about the Quaddro cards, but maybe you need to download a different driver and/or connect the emitter differently. Have a look at this page http://www.nvidia.com/object/quadro_pro_graphics_boards.html
I know close to nothing about the Quaddro cards, but maybe you need to download a different driver and/or connect the emitter differently. Have a look at this page http://www.nvidia.com/object/quadro_pro_graphics_boards.html

#11
Posted 10/13/2011 09:40 PM   
Hey Ash, what is the make and model of your DP-to-DVI-D adapter? Is it the one Nvidia sells [url="http://store.nvidia.com/DRHM/store?Action=DisplayProductDetailsPage&SiteID=nvidia&Locale=en_US&Env=BASE&productID=227587600&&resid=Tp1xPgoBAlgAAAnaoPkAAAAn&rests=1320851671728"]here[/url]? If you're using an adapter that's not USB powered, you won't be able to get 3D through the DP. And if it is powered, you still might not get 3D. I tried to the same thing with a Dell M4600 and Quadro 2000M and discussed it just yesterday [url="http://forums.nvidia.com/index.php?showtopic=179152&view=findpost&p=1322550"]here[/url]. Does any of this sound similar to your experiences? Have you tried adjusting your settings through the Nvidia Control Panel available through right-clicking on the desktop and making sure Stereo is enabled? Do you ever get your emitter logo to glow, indicating it is getting the 3D signal? See attached for some of the settings I'm using on my workstation.

Larry
Hey Ash, what is the make and model of your DP-to-DVI-D adapter? Is it the one Nvidia sells here? If you're using an adapter that's not USB powered, you won't be able to get 3D through the DP. And if it is powered, you still might not get 3D. I tried to the same thing with a Dell M4600 and Quadro 2000M and discussed it just yesterday here. Does any of this sound similar to your experiences? Have you tried adjusting your settings through the Nvidia Control Panel available through right-clicking on the desktop and making sure Stereo is enabled? Do you ever get your emitter logo to glow, indicating it is getting the 3D signal? See attached for some of the settings I'm using on my workstation.



Larry

Using 3D Vision & Quadro 4000 for GIS apps on 64-bit Windows 7/Dell T7500 Workstation

#12
Posted 11/09/2011 03:34 PM   
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