HP L2045W manual Installing the .INF and .ICM Files, Using the Auto-Adjustment Function

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Installing the .INF and .ICM Files

After you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD or download them.

Installing from the CD

To install the .INF and .ICM files on the computer from the CD:

1.Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. The CD menu is displayed.

2.View the Monitor Driver Software Readme file.

3.Select Install Monitor Driver Software.

4.Follow the on-screen instructions.

5.After the software has been installed, restart Windows.

6.Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in the Windows Display control panel.

NOTE: You may need to install the digitally signed monitor .INF and .ICM files manually from the CD in the event of an installation error. Refer to the Monitor Driver Software Readme file on the CD.

Downloading from the Worldwide Web

To download the latest version of .INF and .ICM files from the HP monitors support Web site:

1.Refer to http://www.hp.com/support and select the country region.

2.Follow the links for the monitor to the support page and download page.

3.Ensure the system meets the requirements.

4.Download the software by following the instructions.

Using the Auto-Adjustment Function

You can optimize the screen performance for the VGA (analog) input by using the −/Auto button on the monitor and the auto-adjustment pattern software utility on the CD provided.

Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI input. If the monitor is using a VGA (analog) input, this procedure can correct the following image quality conditions:

●Fuzzy or unclear focus

●Ghosting, streaking or shadowing effects

●Faint vertical bars

●Thin, horizontal scrolling lines

●An off-center picture

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Contents HP L2045w 20 LCD Monitor Page About This Guide Iv About This Guide Table of contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Viii HP L2045w Product FeaturesPage Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety InformationMaintenance Guidelines Shipping the Monitor Cleaning the MonitorRear Components Setting Up the Monitor2Two Sets of Vesa 100mm Mounting Holes Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cables3Connecting the DVI-D Signal Cable not included with monitor Connecting the MonitorPage 7Using the Cable Management Feature Connecting the Monitor Adjusting the Monitor 10Adjusting the Height Adjusting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor Using the Accessory Rails Connecting USB DevicesMounting Solutions Removing the Monitor Pedestal BaseMounting the Monitor 15Mounting the Monitor to a Swing Arm Using Quick Release Page Mounting to the Pedestal Base Locating the Rating LabelsImage Color Matching File Operating the MonitorSoftware and Utilities Information FileDownloading from the Worldwide Web Installing the .INF and .ICM FilesUsing the Auto-Adjustment Function Installing from the CDPage 1Monitor Front Panel Controls Front Panel ControlsUsing the On-Screen Display Menu Adjusting the Monitor SettingsAdjusting the Monitor Settings 2OSD Menu DVI-D Optimizing Digital Conversion Using the HP Display Assistant UtilityIdentifying Monitor Conditions Sleep Timer ModeHP Display LiteSaver Installing the HP Display LiteSaver SoftwareSRGB Support Changing the Color TemperatureInstalling the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista Solving Common Problems TroubleshootingUsing the Worldwide Web Preparing to Call Technical Support L2045w Model Technical SpecificationsEntering User Modes Recognizing Preset Display ResolutionsEnergy Saver Feature Cables Agency Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsCanadian Notice Avis CanadienEuropean Union Regulatory Notice Japanese Notice Korean Notice Power Cord Set Requirements Japanese Power Cord RequirementsGerman Ergonomics Notice Materials Disposal Product Environmental NoticesAppendix C Agency Regulatory Notices LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy