Common problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems
you might encounter and the possible solutions:
Common Symptoms
Possible Solutions
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Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and
the computer is properly connected and secure.
Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any
other electrical equipment.
∞
Ensure that the power button is pressed.
∞
Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the
menu.
No Video/Power LED on
∞
∞
∞
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Increase brightness and contrast controls using the OSD.
Perform monitor self-test feature check.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the
Poor focus
∞
∞
Eliminate video extension cables.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio.
Shaky/Jittery video
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
)
.
Check environmental factors.
Relocate the monitor and test in another room.
Missing pixels
∞
∞
Cycle power On-off.
Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in
LCD technology.
∞
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy,
see Dell Support site at:
www.dell.com/support/monitors
.
Stuck-on pixels
∞
Cycle power On-off.
Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in
LCD technology.
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy,
see Dell Support site at:
www.dell.com/support/monitors
.
Brightness problems
∞
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
∞
Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Geometric distortion
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
Adjust horizontal & vertical controls via OSD.
Horizontal/Vertical lines
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these
lines are also in self-test mode.
∞
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
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