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=Troubleshooting Common Problems=
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! style="background-color:#C8102E; color:#ffffff;" | Problem or Issue
! style="background-color:#C8102E; color:#ffffff;" | Possible Solutions
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|<b>No Power</b>
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*Make sure you have turned on the monitor by pressing the Power button.
*Make sure the power cord is properly and securely connected to the monitor and power outlet.
*Plug another electrical device into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying power.
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|<b>Power is "On", but no image appears on screen</b>
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*Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected.
*Adjust the brightness and contrast settings.
*Make sure the correct input source is selected.
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|<b>Wrong or abnormal colors</b>
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*If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it is properly and securely connected. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection.
*Connect the monitor to another computer.
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|<b>Screen image is too light or dark</b>
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*Adjust brightness and contrast settings via the OSD Menu.
*Reset the monitor to factory settings.
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|<b>Screen image cuts in and out</b>
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*Make sure the correct input source is selected.
*Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
*Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected.
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|<b>Screen image is blurred</b>
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*Adjust the resolution to the correct Aspect Ratio.
*Reset the monitor to factory settings.
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|<b>The screen isn't centered correctly</b>
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*Adjust the horizontal and vertical controls via the OSD Menu.
*Check the Aspect Ratio.
*Reset the monitor to factory settings.
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|<b>The screen appears yellow</b>
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*Make sure the "Blue Light Filter" is Off.
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|<b>The OSD Menu does not appear on the screen/the OSD controls are inaccessible</b>
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*Check whether the OSD Menu is locked.
*Turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back in, and then turn on the monitor.
*Reset the monitor to factory settings.
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|<b>The control panel keys do not work</b>
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*Press only one key at a time.
*Restart the computer.
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|<b>Some menus are not selectable in the OSD</b>
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*Adjust the ViewMode or the input source.
*Reset the monitor to factory settings.
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|<b>No audio output</b>
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*If using ear-/headphones, ensure the mini stereo jack is connected.
*Make sure the volume is not muted, nor set to 0.
*Check the Audio Input setting.
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|<b>The monitor will not adjust</b>
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*Make sure there are no obstructions near or on the monitor, and that there is adequate spacing.
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|<b>USB devices connected to the monitor do not work</b>
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*Make sure the USB cable is connected properly.
*Try changing to another USB port (if applicable).
*Some USB devices require a higher electric current; connect the device directly to the computer.
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|<b>The external device is connected, but no image appears on the screen</b>
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*Make sure the Power is On.
*Adjust brightness and contrast via the OSD Menu.
*Check the connecting cable and make sure it is properly and securely connected. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection.
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Latest revision as of 06:27, 23 December 2025

Monitor does not turn on

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the power indicator lit? Yes Turn the monitor off, then turn it back on.
No Check the power connection between the monitor and the power outlet.
Is the power cord plugged into a power outlet? Yes Try another power outlet or use some other electrical device to confirm the same power outlet is working.
No Plug the power cord into a power outlet and press the Power button on the monitor.

No image appears

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is a video cable securely connected to both the monitor and computer? Yes Verify that the correct video input source is selected in the On-Screen Display Menu.
No Re-connect the video cable between the monitor and computer, pushing firmly.

Image is blurred

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the display resolution set to the recommended setting? Yes Reconfirm the resolution and refresh rate.
If the problem continues, shut down both the monitor and computer, and then restart both devices.
No Change the resolution to the recommended setting in your computer's display settings.

Image is not displayed correctly

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the correct aspect ratio selected? Yes Try a different video input source or video cable.
If the problem continues, shut down both the monitor and computer, and then restart both devices.
No In the On-Screen Display Menu, select the correct aspect ratio.
Is the Blue Light Filter turned on? Yes Turn off the Blue Light Filter in the On-Screen Display Menu.
No Reset the monitor settings to their default values.

On-Screen Display Menu is not working or inaccessible

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the default ViewMode or Color Mode selected? Yes Select a different ViewMode or Color Mode preset.
No Reset the monitor settings to their default values.

Audio is not playing

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the audio muted? Yes Unmute the audio.
No
  • Verify that the correct audio input source is selected in the On-Screen Display Menu.
  • Increase the volume level.
  • Verify any connected headphones or external speakers are connected properly.

USB peripherals are not working

Troubleshooting Checks Yes/No Possible Solutions
Is the peripheral device connected to the correct USB downstream port? Yes Verify that the monitor's USB upstream port is connected to the computer's USB port.
If the problem continues, try another USB downstream port.
No Connect the peripheral device to a USB downstream port of the monitor.


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