Installing the .INF and .ICM Files | HP L1908WM, L2245W, L2208W

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 L1908WM, L2245W, L2208W Installing the .INF and .ICM Files, Using the Auto-Adjustment Function, Installing from the CD

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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 HP LCD Monitors Product FeaturesPage Important Safety Information Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Shipping the Monitor Maintenance GuidelinesCleaning the Monitor Unfolding the Double-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base Setting Up the Monitor 2Unfolding the Monitor Pedestal Base Setting Up the Monitor Unfolding the Single-Hinged Monitor Pedestal Base Component Function Rear Components Cable Management 6Using the Cable Management Feature Double-Hinged Base Connecting the Cables Page 9Connecting the Power Cable Adjusting the Monitor 12Adjusting the Height Adjusting the Monitor 13Pivoting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor Using the Accessory Rails Connecting USB Devices Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base Mounting the Monitor 19Installing the HP Quick Release Setting Up the Monitor 21Locating the Rating Labels Locating the Rating Labels Software and Utilities Operating the MonitorInformation File Image Color Matching File Using the Auto-Adjustment Function Installing the .INF and .ICM FilesInstalling from the CD Downloading from the Worldwide WebPage 1Monitor Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display Menu Adjusting the Monitor Settings OSD Menu Selections 2OSD Menu Displays the operating status of the monitor each time Sources. The monitor will automatically determine Optimizing Digital Conversion Using the HP Display Assistant Utility Identifying Monitor Conditions Sleep Timer Mode HP Display LiteSaver Installing the HP Display LiteSaver Software SRGB Support Changing the Color Temperature3HP Display LiteSaver Configuration Options Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista Solving Common Problems Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Using the Worldwide Web Preparing to Call Technical Support L1750 Model Technical SpecificationsTable B-1L1750 Specifications L1950 Model Table B-2L1950 Specifications L1710 Model Table B-3L1710 Specifications L1910 Model Table B-4L1910 Specifications L1908w Model Table B-5L1908w Specifications L1908wm Model Table B-6L1908wm Specifications L1945w Model Table B-7L1945w Specifications L1945wv Model Table B-8L1945wv Specifications L2208w Model Table B-9L2208w Specifications L2245w Model Table B-10L2245w Specifications Table B-11Factory Preset Modes Recognizing Preset Display ResolutionsTable B-12Factory Preset Modes L1750, L1950, L1710, and L1910 Models L2208w and L2245w Models Table B-13Factory Preset Modes Entering User Modes Energy Saver Feature Federal Communications Commission Notice Agency Regulatory NoticesModifications Cables European Union Regulatory Notice Canadian NoticeAvis Canadien German Ergonomics Notice Japanese Notice Korean Notice Power Cord Set RequirementsJapanese Power Cord Requirements Materials Disposal Product Environmental NoticesEnergy Star Compliance Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy