A: No. Extensive testing has confirmed that LightFrame™ does not adversely effect monitor life. Todays
state-of-the-art Philips monitors employ improved phosphors and are designed for high light output.
LightFrame™ normally highlights photos and video. 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 monitors maximum average
brightness within acceptable levels.
Upgrading to LightFrame™ 2
Q: How do I upgrade from LightFrame™ to LightFrame™ 2?
A: Its easy: Download LightFrame™ 2 software for any monitor equipped with LightFrame from the Philips
web site (www.pcstuff.philips.com). Remember the directory into which you saved the upgrade. When you
click on the downloaded program icon, LightFrame™ 2 scans your system, removes old versions and
upgrades automatically to LightFrame™ 2. But remember: Your monitor must have the LightFrame™
feature to upgrade to LightFrame™ 2.
Q: Can I install LightFrame™ 2 over an older version? Must previous versions be uninstalled?
A: The LightFrame™ 2 installation program scans your system, removes old versions and upgrades
automatically to LightFrame™ 2. Heres how: If you downloaded the upgrade from the Philips Web site,
remember the directory into which you saved the upgrade. When you click on the Setup icon, LightFrame™
2 scans your system, removes old versions and upgrades automatically to LightFrame™ 2. To upgrade from
a CD-ROM disk, click on the Setup icon located in the \PC\LightFrame™ folder, select Install LightFrame™ 2
and follow on screen prompts.
Q: What will happen when my system is no longer connected to a LightFrame™-enabled monitor
for example, when I take my notebook on the road?
A: Philips exclusive LightFrame™ feature requires the combined operation of hardware that resides in your
monitor and software installed on your system. It only works when a monitor with built-in hardware receives
commands from system software. Without both the LightFrame™ hardware-equipped monitor and system
software, LightFrame™ does not function.
Q: Whats new in LightFrame™ 2?
A: LightFrame™ 2 is full of neat new features: Here are just a few:
- Automatic detection of photos and videos on Web pages.
- Full screen highlighting through a Windows keyboard shortcut.
- Improved compatibility with multimedia applications.
To experience these and other new features, start using LightFrame™ 2 today!
LightFrame™2 applications and operating systems
Q: Can I use LightFrame™2 in DOS mode?
A: Yes, but in DOS, LightFrame™ 2 highlights the entire screen and must be manually switched on from the
OSD menu. Heres how: Open your monitors OSD controls. Go to LIGHTFRAME in the EXTRA
CONTROLS menu. Press the left/right button to switch LightFrame™ on or off.
Q: Can I use LightFrame™ 2 with my favorite game?
A: Absolutely. LightFrame™ can be used with any Windows game. When a DOS game runs in a DOS
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