8-2. Imaging Problems
Problem
Possible cause and remedy
1. The screen is too bright or too dark.
•
Use "Brightness" in the Setting menu to adjust it (see
). The LCD monitor backlight has a limited life span.
If the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker, contact your
local EIZO representative.
2. Afterimages appear
•
Afterimages are particular to LCD monitors. Avoid displaying
the same image for a long time.
•
Use the screen saver or power saving function to avoid
displaying the same image for extended periods of time.
3. Green/red/blue/white dots or
defective dots remain on the screen.
•
This is due to LCD panel characteristics and not a malfunction.
4. Interference patterns or pressure
marks remain on the LCD panel.
•
Display a white or black image over the entire screen. The
symptom may disappear.
5. Noise appears on the screen.
•
When inputting HDCP system signals, normal images may not
be displayed immediately.
6. When you switch the power back on
or return from power saving mode,
windows or icons may have shifted
position.
•
In the "Administrator Settings" menu, set "Compatibility Mode"
to "On" (see
“Compatibility Mode” (page 44)
).
7. The screen colors look strange.
•
Try changing "Input Color Format" in the Setting menu (see
“Input Color Format” (page 18)
•
For HDMI signal input, try changing "Signal Format" in the
"Administrator Settings" menu (see
8. The image does not display on the
entire screen.
•
Try changing "Picture Expansion" in the Setting menu (see
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