Re: [PATCH] 2.4.19 rivafb updates

[Paul Richards]

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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