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Section 10: Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
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Press the power button to turn on the monitor.
• Confirm the brightness and contrast settings are set normally.
• Check if the indicator light is flashing. If so, this indicates there is no signal from
your video source.
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If your source is a notebook or laptop, be sure that its settings are in mirror or
extension mode and the device itself is powered on.
The image is out of focus
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Ensure the video cable is inserted properly at both ends.
The screen is flashing
• Try an alternative power source. Insufficient current can be causing this issue.
• Ensure devices such as non-shielded speakers, fluorescent lighting, AC
transformers, table fans, etc., are a safe distance away from your screen to avoid
magnetic disturbances.
The color bleeds or visual effects appear unusual.
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If your screen is all red or blue, or any colors disappear, check to see that the
cable is properly inserted. A loose connection can cause a bad signal.
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Try connecting to another video source for comparison.
The screen appears to be scrolling, rolling, or moving unusually.
• Check that your source frequency is within 60Hz.
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Reconnect and ensure your video cable is secure.
The monitor needs cleaning
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Make sure the monitor has been powered off before cleaning.
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Always use soft, non-abrasive cloth when cleaning.
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Use dry, non-abrasive cloth to gently remove debris or dust.
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If necessary, lightly dampen a non-abrasive cloth with water and gently clean the
surface.
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Never use alcohol or ammonia-based cleaning solutions.
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Never spray liquid directly onto any part of the monitor.
The indicator light does not work
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Check that the power is on.
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Check that the power line connected with power.
Cannot plug and play.
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Ensure the monitor is compatible with PC.
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Ensure the graphics card is compatible with the monitor.
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Check that the pins in the interface are not curved.
Dim image
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Adjust the brightness and contrast ratio.
Image jitter/moire pattern
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Nearby electric equipment may interfere with the monitor.
Light indicator is on or flashing, but there is no image displayed on screen
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Check that the monitor power is on.