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What’s SpectraView.exe (SpectraView II)? Is it safe or a virus?

SpectraView.exe is the main executable for SpectraView II, a display calibration software developed by Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. This software is designed for professionals who require precise color accuracy, such as photographers, graphic designers, and medical imaging specialists. It works by using a color sensor to take measurements directly from the display screen during calibration. The software then analyzes these measurements and sends color adjustment commands directly to the monitor, ensuring that color adjustments are made within the monitor itself rather than through the video graphics adapter. This approach maintains the fidelity of the system by avoiding alterations in the video graphics adapter.

If you find SpectraView.exe on your system, it's likely due to the installation of SpectraView II for calibrating and profiling your NEC display monitor. This software is often used in conjunction with NEC monitors that support high bit depth internal Look Up Tables (LUTs), allowing for precise adjustments to the display's tone response curve without reducing the number of displayable colors.

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Who makes SpectraView.exe (SpectraView II)?

We’ve found Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. should be the publisher of SpectraView.exe.

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Last updated: May 11, 2025

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