NVIDIA PureVideo technology is a programmable video processing engine integrated in the GeForce 6/7 series GPU, which can achieve unprecedented graphic clarity, smooth video playback, accurate colors, and precise image scaling, presenting home theater-level high-definition videos.
The document provides an overview of NVIDIA PureVideo, a programmable video processing engine integrated into GeForce 6/7 series GPUs. It describes how PureVideo enables hardware‑accelerated decoding of high‑definition video formats, reducing CPU load and improving picture quality.
Further sections detail the hardware components, supported video codecs (H.264, VC‑1, WMV‑HD, MPEG‑2), resolution standards (720p, 1080i, 1080p), HDMI output capabilities, and the requirement for HDCP protection. The guide also covers advanced features such as LCD sharpening, color correction, and future enhancements. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Supported resolutions | 720p (1280×720 progressive), 1080i (1920×1080 interlaced), 1080p (1920×1080 progressive) |
|---|---|
| HDMI bandwidth requirement | 2.2 Gbps |
| HDMI audio channels | Up to 8 channels, 192 kHz sampling |
| Accelerated video codecs | H.264, VC‑1, WMV‑HD, MPEG‑2 |
| Supported GPUs | GeForce 6 and GeForce 7 series |
PureVideo accelerates H.264, VC‑1, WMV‑HD and MPEG‑2 video streams.
It supports 720p (1280×720 progressive), 1080i (1920×1080 interlaced) and 1080p (1920×1080 progressive).
Yes, both the program and the hardware must support HDCP for HDMI output.
PureVideo is built into the GeForce 6 and GeForce 7 series graphics processors.