Troubleshoot - AOC 2236Swa User Manual

Problem & Question
Power LED Is Not ON
No images on the screen
Picture Is Fuzzy & Has Ghosting
Shadowing Problem
Picture Bounces, Flickers Or
Wave Pattern Appears In The
Picture
Monitor Is Stuck In Active Off-
Mode"

TROUBLESHOOT

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Make sure the power button is ON and the Power Cord is properly connected to
a grounded power outlet and to the monitor.
Is the power cord connected properly?
Check the power cord connection and power supply.
Is the cable connected correctly?
(Connected using the D-sub cable)
Check the DB-15 cable connection.
(Connected using the DVI cable)
Check the DVI cable connection.
* DVI input is not available on every model.
If the power is on, reboot the computer to see the initial screen (the login
screen), which can be seen.
If the initial screen (the login screen) appears, boot the computer in the
applicable mode (the safe mode for Windows ME/XP/2000) and then change the
frequency of the video card.
(Refer to the Setting the Optimal Resolution)
If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, contact the Service
Center or your dealer.
Can you see "Input Not Supported" on the screen?
You can see this message when the signal from the video card exceeds the
maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.
Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle
properly.
Make sure the AOC Monitor Drivers are installed (AOC Monitor Drivers are
available at : here)
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Adjust the Contrast and Brightness Controls.
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Press to auto adjust.
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Make sure you are not using an extension cable or switch box. We recommend
plugging the monitor directly to the video card output connector on the back .
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Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference as far away from
the monitor as possible.
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Use the maximum refresh rate your monitor is capable of at the resolution your
are using.
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The Computer Power Switch should be in the ON position.
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The Computer Video Card should be snugly fitted in its slot.
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Make sure the monitor's video cable is properly connected to the computer.
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Inspect the monitor's video cable and make sure no pin is bent.
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Make sure your computer is operational by hitting the CAPS LOCK key on the
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