Re: [PATCH] 2.4.19 rivafb updates

Paul Richards (greytek@lycos.com)
Sat, 21 Dec 2002 20:08:32 -0500


On Tue, 03 Dec 2002 11:06:07
Rob Shortt wrote:
>Hi Paul,
>
>First of all, thanks for this patch! I came accross it while searching
>the archives last night. I am using a GeForce4 MX440 and have applied
>your patch, now rivafb successfully detects my card.
>
>I am trying to use rivefb with my TV as the (only) display. I have
>tried an 800x600 mode @ 60 Hz which from what I read is optimal for
>TV's, also this is the mode I use when using X to display on my TV.
>With rivafb in this mode (similar results for other modes) my display is
>totally garbled with rectangles of colours going everywhere.
>
>My question is does something need to change with regard to rivafb to
>play nice with a television as the display or do I just need to keep
>searching for a better modeline? I will be testing the patched rivafb
>this evening with a regular monitor to make sure that works as well.
>
>Once again, thanks! If anyone else on this list has any input that also
>would be appreciated.
>
>-Rob Shortt
>

Sorry for the wait (real life stuff), but unfortunately there is no tv-out support in this patch.

Regards,

Paul F. Richards

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