Hardware Troubleshooting Tips

Hardware Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Tips for New Monitors

Here is some basic trouble shooting tips for new monitors:

1. The picture does not appear

* Check to make sure the signal cable is firmly connected in the socket.* Check to see if the computer system's power is ON.* Check that the Brightness Control is at the appropriate position, not at the minimum.

2. The Screen is not synchronized

* Check to make sure the signal cable is firmly connected in the socket.* Check that the output level matches the input level of your computer.* Make sure the signal timing of the computer system is within the specification of the monitor.

3. The position of the screen is not in the center

* Adjust the H-Size, H-Phase or V-Size, V-Center controls.* Check if the signal timing of the computer system is within the specification of the monitor.

4. The screen is too bright or too dark

* Check if the Brightness or contrast control is at the appropriate position, not at the maximum or minimum.* Check if the specified voltage is applied* Check if the signal timing of the computer system is within the specification of the monitor.* Especially, check the horizontal frequency.

5. The screen is shaking
* Move all objects that emit a magnetic field, such as a motor or transformer, away from the monitor.* Check if the specified voltage is applied.* Check if the signal timing of the computer system is within the specification of the monitor.


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