Installing the .INF and .ICM Files | HP L1950g 19-inch manual

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.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 -/Autobutton 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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HP L1950g 19-inch manual Installing the .INF and .ICM Files, Using the Auto-Adjustment Function, Installing from the CD

Contents

User Guide Page About This Guide Iv About This Guide Table of contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Viii Product Features HP LCD MonitorsPage Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the MonitorShipping the Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Double-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base 3Unfolding the Monitor Pedestal Base Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Single-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base Rear Components Component Function DVI 7Using the Cable Management Feature Double-Hinged Base Cable Management Connecting the Cables Page Adjusting the Monitor 10Connecting the Power Cable 13Adjusting the Height Adjusting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor 14Pivoting the Monitor Connecting USB Devices Using the Accessory Rails Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base Mounting the Monitor Page Page 22Locating the Rating Labels Setting Up the Monitor Locating the Rating Labels Information File Operating the MonitorSoftware and Utilities Image Color Matching File Installing from the CD Installing the .INF and .ICM FilesUsing the Auto-Adjustment Function Downloading from the Worldwide WebPage Front Panel Controls 1Monitor Front Panel Controls Adjusting the Monitor Settings Using the On-Screen Display Menu OSD Menu Selections 2OSD Menu Depending on monitor model, factory default is On or Digital DVI Selects DVI input Using the HP Display Assistant Utility Optimizing Digital Conversion Identifying Monitor Conditions Sleep Timer Mode HP Display LiteSaver Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software3HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options SRGB Support Changing the Color Temperature Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Appendix a Troubleshooting Using the Worldwide Web Preparing to Call Technical Support Technical Specifications Table B-1L1750 SpecificationsL1750 Model Table B-2L1950/L1950g Specifications L1950/L1950g Model Table B-3L1710 Specifications L1710 Model Table B-4L1910 Specifications L1910 Model Table B-5L1908w Specifications L1908w Model Table B-6L1908wm Specifications L1908wm Model Table B-7L1945w Specifications L1945w Model Table B-8L1945wv Specifications L1945wv Model Table B-9L2208w Specifications L2208w Model Table B-10L2245w/L2245wg Specifications L2245w/L2245wg Model Table B-11L2445w Specifications L2445w Model Table B-13Factory Preset Modes Recognizing Preset Display ResolutionsTable B-12Factory Preset Modes L1750, L1950/L1950g, L1710, and L1910 Models Table B-14Factory Preset Modes L2208w and L2245w/L2245wg Models Table B-15Factory Preset Modes L2445w Model Energy Saver Feature Entering User Modes Modifications Agency Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice Cables Canadian Notice Avis CanadienEuropean Union Regulatory Notice Japanese Notice Korean Notice Power Cord Set Requirements Japanese Power Cord RequirementsGerman Ergonomics Notice Product Environmental Notices Energy Star ComplianceMaterials Disposal Chemical Substances Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS 11363-2006 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy