VP2786a-4K Color Calibration

    From ViewSonic User Guide Database

    What is Colorbration⁺?

    Color accuracy is one of the most important aspects of the creative workflow and ensuring that your monitor’s color accurately represents the color of your original image or digital file is essential. The software allows you to:

    • Calibrate and profile your monitor quickly and easily.
    • Control white point, luminance, contrast ratio, gamma, and more.

    Where to Get Colorbration⁺?

    The Colorbration⁺ software can be downloaded from our website.

    After the download completes, launch the Setup file and follow the on-screen directions to install the software.

    Connection Methods

    In addition to downloading the software, make sure that your monitor, computer and colorimeter are properly connected.

    There are two methods of connection for your monitor and computer:

    HDMI or DisplayPort

    Users with an HDMI or DisplayPort connection should also connect their monitor and computer via a USB Type C to USB Type A cable.

    Connect via DisplayPort or HDMI with USB Type B for data transfer.

    Type C

    Users with a USB Type C connection can connect their monitor and computer directly.

    Connect via USB Type C for data transfer.

    Colorimeter Connection

    Connect the USB Type A cable of the colorimeter to the USB Type A port of the monitor.

    Connect a colorimeter

    Preparing for Color Calibration

    1. Please make sure all connections have been made and are correct.
    2. Tilt your monitor upwards.
    3. Tilt the monitor upwards
    4. Remove the lens cap (if applicable) and carefully place the measurement device in contact with the monitor’s screen.
    5. Place the colorimeter on the monitor's screen.

    Using Colorbration+

    Upon initially launching Colorbration⁺ the user will have two modes to choose from:

    • Basic Mode
    • Advanced Mode
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    General Operation

    To begin the Advanced Mode calibration process:

    1. Select Device Selection, then the monitor you wish to calibrate from the available options.
    2. Connect and select the measurement device you wish to use from the available options.
    3. Select Calibration on the Sidebar Menu.
    4. Choose your desired calibration settings from the drop-down menu, or create a custom profile.
    5. Once the calibration settings have been chosen, select to begin the calibrating process.
    6. Wait until the color calibration process is complete.
    Important: Any interruptions during the color calibration process may permanently damage your monitor color. Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off your PC or monitor.