Philips 109B4074 Electronic User's Manual page 25

Frequently Asked Questions
18. Why is LightFrame
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With LightFrame , selected Philips monitors deliver TV quality video and photo display while
maintaining monitor performance for text-based applications. The result is that movies and other video
are brighter and livelier; photos are more vibrant and lifelike.
19. Will anyone else have this?
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LightFrame was invented, developed and patented by Philips. It is a unique feature that you will find
exclusively in Philips monitors.
20. Will LightFrame
No. Extensive testing has confirmed LightFrame
state-of-the-art Philips monitors employ improved phosphors and are designed for high light output.
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LightFrame normally highlights photos and videos. Though the peak brightness of the highlighted area
is strongly increased, the average brightness - a determining factor for cathode deterioration - is not
normally increased. In any case, a special Automatic Beam Limiter (ABL) circuit keeps a monitor 's
maximum average brightness within acceptable levels.
21. I get a message warning that my monitor 'may not support LightFrame
monitor does. What is wrong?
Only a Philips driver can determine if your monitor is equipped with LightFrame
driver cannot. Install the special Philips driver that came with your monitor. If the warning continues to
flash after your Philips driver is installed, ignore the message. LightFrame
22. What will happen when my system is no longer connected to a LightFrame
for example, when I take my notebook on the road?
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