The PC monitor is a key peripheral in successful home computing. Without being able to clearly see what your computer is doing, your PC's use is severely compromised. Fortunately, many problems with a PC monitor can be fixed at home by you. This article will show you fix many PC monitor problems.
Instructions
1. Check to see if your power cord is completely plugged in and not damaged if you are getting no power to the monitor. There should be no visible damage to the plug, such as burnt connections or exposed wiring. If this is the case, replace the cord if it isn't hard-wired into the monitor.
2. Look for loose connections between the PC and the monitor if your monitor is powered on but not displaying anything. The connection to the PC is typically a trapezoid-shaped plug with several pins. Make sure it is fully seated and the pins on either side of the plug that hold the plug into place are screwed in all the way.
3. Use the "menu" feature to fix picture issues such as color scheme, brightness level and contrast. Most monitors have a menu button that allows you access to various monitor display controls. Consult your monitor manual for specific features and directions.
4. Consider your PC's monitor settings if you still can't get a proper color or icon display. The settings can be found in the "Control Panel" feature of your PC system such as XP. In the "Display" menu, select your monitor from the list and make sure the recommended color setting (16 or 32-bit) is selected. In Vista, the display setting is found under the "Personalization" menu. For icon display size, consider picking a different resolution level that works best for your viewing needs. The higher the resolution, the more fine-lined your monitor's display will be.
5. Reload the original software that came with your monitor if it is still not correctly displaying. This can be helpful if you have changed operating systems or monitors recently. You should also check your monitor's manufacturing website to see if the PC monitor is compatible with your system or if there are upgrades you can download.
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