Troubleshooting Tips for New Monitors

January 8, 2009 · Posted in PC Hardware Troubleshooting 

Here are 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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