ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV (BUILT BY ATI)

Overview

With 64MB of DDR memory, unbelievable graphics, TV and video capture & editing features, the ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV is the revolutionary all-in-one 3D graphics and multimedia experience.

At-a-glance

Powered by the RADEON 8500 GPU

64MB DDR memory

Connect a digital camcorder to a PC

Digital and analog video capture & editing

Wireless radio-frequency remote control

Stereo TV-tuner

TV-ON-DEMAND Time shifting

Integrated Interactive Program Guide

DVD video playback with DolbyR AC-3 digital audio output*

Reliable customer service from ATI

Designed and manufactured by ATI

* Actual DolbyR 5.1 AC-3 decoding is done by the external AC-3 decoder which is not included

Highlights

ATI^s ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV is powered by the revolutionary RADEON 8500 GPU and 64MB DDR memory. ATI^s innovative TRUFORM and SMARTSHADER technologies make characters and objects more realistic and the VIDEO IMMERSION II technology enables industry-leading digital video features, including advanced de-interlacing algorithms for unprecedented video quality.

First ALL-IN-WONDER with Digital Video Capture & Editing Using IEEE 1394

ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV provides digital video (DV) capture & editing capabilities with two (2) IEEE 1394/FireWireR ports. DV/IEEE 1394 is recognized as the new standard for video capture from digital camcorders.

Industry-Leading TV Feature Set

ALL-IN-WONDERR RADEON 8500DV provides the most comprehensive suite of TV applications. TV-ON-DEMAND personal video recording technology lets you watch what you want when you want. Other distinct features include Closed Caption transcripts, Hot Words, TV Magazine and Video Security to create a truly personalized multimedia experience. ATI^s unique agreement with Gemstar-TV Guide offers North American users a tightly integrated Interactive Program Guide (IPG) with no monthly fee.

RF Remote Control

Control the ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV from up to 30^ away using ATI^s radio frequency (RF) remote control - allowing you to control your PC from the comfort of your living room! RF technology means you don^t need line-of-sight to your PC and you don^t have to aim the remote control while operating the mouse pad and buttons.

All-in-One Production Solution

ATI^s ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV ensures reliability since the complete product development pipeline is managed by ATI and uses ATI technology - ensuring quality control and complete product ownership.

Features Comparison

ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV vs NVIDIA Personal Cinema

* North American features only.

FEATURE COMPARISON OF ATI^S ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV AND NVIDIA PERSONAL CINEMA BASED BOARD PRODUCTS AS OF AUGUST 30, 2001

Get unparalleled TV features on your PC

Stereo TV tuner with 125 channels

TV-ON-DEMAND

- Pause live TV or record live broadcasts and watch them later.

- Get instant replays of favorite programs.

- Click through the transparent live TV window to access your desktop.

Experience home theater with DVD And digital audio on a PC

Industry-leading DVD playback with AC-3 Digital Audio output to enable Dolby 5.1 surround sound.

ATI^s VIDEO IMMERSION II technology integrates industry-leading digital video features for unprecedented video quality.

*Actual DolbyR 5.1 AC-3 decoding is done by the external AC-3 decoder which is not included.

Radio-frequency remote control

Control the TV, video, DVD and gaming features of the ALL-IN-WONDER RADEON 8500DV from another room in the house using ATI^s remote control*

No need to point the remote control at the receiver - connect your PC to your TV and watch DVDs, search channels, or record TV shows from your couch.

*Available USB port required for RF connection.

Experience easy digital and analog video editing

Connect a DV camcorder to your PC to view and edit true digital video using the IEEE 1394 ports and cable included in the box.

Capture still images and digital video at up to 720x480 30 frames-per-second resolution with no loss of quality.

Powerful video editing software allows you to add effects, transitions, sounds, and more to digital video footage. Create your own personal productions.

Dual display technology

Connect to a TV and a monitor (VGA or DVI) simultaneously.

HYDRAVISION software enables you to display information on a TV and monitor at the same time.

Awesome 3D gaming and graphics

Powered by the revolutionary RADEON 8500 GPU and 64MB DDR memory for the most advanced 3D graphics in its class.

ATI^s innovative TRUFORM, SMARTSHADER and SMOOTHVISION technologies make 3D characters and objects more realistic.

ATI^s HYPER Z II technology conserves memory bandwidth for improved performance in demanding applications.

ATI^s latest 3D rendering technologies, CHARISMA ENGINE II and PIXEL TAPESTRY II, power incredible 3D processing capabilities leading to unbelievable graphics quality.

Specifications

System requirements

Pentium 4/III/II/Celeron, AMD K6/Athlon or compatible with AGP 2.0 Compliant BUS - AGP 2X (3.3V), AGP 4X (1.5V), or AGP2X/4X based systems

64MB of system memory

Installation software requires CD-ROM drive

Minimum 300 watts power supply with 3.3V to AGP slot.

DVD playback requires DVD drive

Sound card supported by Windows and DirectSound with available line input

Interactive Program Guide requires Internet connection for listing updates

Remote control receiver requires available USB port

500Mhz minimum processor speed for MPEG-2 video capture

Operating system support

Windows XP

Windows Me

Windows 2000

TV-tuner requirements

TV signal from amplified antenna or cable.

Versions available for: NTSC and PAL

* Features vary from country to country and depending on the television standard.

Connectors

DVI-I (15 pin VGA adaptor included)

Stereo audio, S-video and composite video inputs and outputs

External stereo connection to sound card^s line input and output

Dolby digital stereo audio output (S/PDIF)

Two external IEEE 1394/iLink/FireWire ports*

Note : The IEEE 1394/DV port functionality of this product requires computer and motherboard BIOS support for a PCI bus bridge chip. For computers that do not support a PCI bridge chip, it is possible to disable the 1394/DV port functionality. Updates for PC components such as motherboard BIOS to enable support for a PCI bridge chip will not be provided by ATI and must be sourced from the manufacturer of the PC, motherboard, system BIOS. A list of compatible and non-compatible motherboards are listed in the product FAQ on ATI.com.

Display support

One display (VGA or DVI) can be connected simultaneously with either TV or VCR

Warranty : 3 years

Available for Distribution in ASIA PACIFIC region only.