Samsung SyncMaster 152MP User Manual page 46

Troubleshooting - Problems and Solutions
2. Problems related to Screen
Problems related to the monitor screen and their solutions are listed.
Problems
Screen is blank and power
indicator is off
"Check Signal Cable" message
"Video mode not supported"
message
Picture rolls vertically.
Image is not clear. Picture is
blurred.
Picture image is unstable and
vibrates.
Ghost images are shown in the
picture.
The image is too light or too dark
Screen color is inconsistent.
Color image is distorted with
dark shadows.
White color is poor.
Power Indicator blinks green.
Screen is blank and power
indicator light is steady green or
blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds
The monitor front control buttons
do not respond.
Solutions
Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD
monitor is on. (Refer to the Connecting Your
Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or
video sources. (Refer to the Connecting Your
Ensure that the PC or video sources are turned on.
Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the
video adaptor.
Compare these values with the data in the
Modes Chart.
Check if the signal cable is securely connected. Connect it
again securely.(Refer to Connecting to a
Run Frequency Coarse and Fine
Turn on again after removing all accessories (video
extension cable, etc.)
Set resolution and frequency to the recommended ranges.
15 inch model (1024 x 768 @ 60Hz), 17 inch model (1280 x
1024 @ 60Hz)
Check if the resolution and frequency set for the computer
video card falls in the range supported by the monitor. If not,
reset them referring to the current
monitor menu and Preset Timing
Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.
(Refer to the Brightness, Contrast)
Adjust color using User Mode
menu.
The monitor is currently saving the changes made in settings
to the OSD memory.
The monitor is using its power management system.
press a key on the keyboard
Check if OSD Lock/Unlock is on by pressing Menu button.
If the problem persists, contact the service center.
User's Guide
Monitor)
Monitor)
Preset Timing
Computer)
tuning.
Information under the
Modes.
under OSD Color Adjustment
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