The Image Color Matching File; Installing The .Inf And .Icm Files; Installing From The Cd - HP W17q - Compaq - 17" LCD Monitor User Manual

Operating the Monitor

The Image Color Matching File

The .ICM files are data files that are used in conjunction with
graphics programs to provide consistent color matching from
monitor screen to printer, or from scanner to monitor screen. The
.ICM file contains a monitor color system profile. This file is
activated from within graphics programs that support this feature.
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The ICM color profile is written in accordance with the
International Color Consortium (ICC) Profile Format
specification.

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
displays.
2. View the "INF and ICM Readme" file.
3. Select "Install INF and ICM Files."
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. After the INF software has been installed, restart Windows.
6. Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear in
the Windows Display control panel.
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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 INF and ICM Readme file on the CD.
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