Dell LCD problems

ribitch · 08-07-2002, 06:35 AM

OK, i am typing this on a optiplex gx 240 (p4 16. GHz), with a dell branded LCD attached to it. The LCD likes to flicker, so we had dell replace it, and it still did it. We then replaced th video card, and it still flickers.

It does it at random. the screen will go blank for a few seconds, then come back on like nothing had happened. Its very annoying, expecially when you are actually doing work

.

Anyone have any clues on why this is doing it?

kame · 08-07-2002, 08:48 AM

hmm..

the trick is to flick....not lick....

umm...

sorry....dont know...

Jeffbx · 08-07-2002, 10:04 AM

Probably there is something nearby causing interference. Anything too close to it with power - another monitor, a copy machine, a fan, etc. can all cause interference. You could also have interference on the power line - maybe try plugging it into a different outlet or putting a line conditioner or a UPS there.

ribitch · 08-07-2002, 11:26 AM

nothig near by causing problems. It was pulled out of an office due to the flicker. we tried using it in several locations and we get the same thing

skynet · 08-07-2002, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ribitch
OK, i am typing this on a optiplex gx 240 (p4 16. GHz), with a dell branded LCD attached to it. The LCD likes to flicker, so we had dell replace it, and it still did it.

Man if i was on a sixteen GHz computer let the LCD flicker!

Refresh Rates perhaps?

What kind of connections are there? Do you use a dongle? Is it straight DVI to DVI connections? Make sure none of the pins are bent. They are suppose to be twisted if you know what I mean. Make sure the connections are nice and tight. Also check the settings in the monitor menu.

[edit]Try swapping the power cable and make sure it is in there nice and good.[/edit]

ribitch · 08-07-2002, 12:08 PM

the problem seems to be tied to the mouse. Its a usb ms explorer connected through the keyboard. when you are scrolling, it flickers. Tried changing the mouse and still get the same thing. its wierd

pins are tight. Its using a straight DVI connection.

Apex · 08-07-2002, 01:22 PM

Does it flicker when attached to another computer?

ribitch · 08-07-2002, 01:44 PM

it doesnt flicker when attached to another system, and crt's work fine when attached to that system(using dvi-vga converter). Its really wierd.

attgig · 08-07-2002, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ribitch
the problem seems to be tied to the mouse. Its a usb ms explorer connected through the keyboard. when you are scrolling, it flickers. Tried changing the mouse and still get the same thing. its wierd

pins are tight. Its using a straight DVI connection.

the whole screen is flickering? or only the window that you're scrolling?

Jiffy John · 08-07-2002, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ribitch
It does it at random. the screen will go blank for a few seconds, then come back on like nothing had happened. Its very annoying, expecially when you are actually doing work .

Quote:

Originally posted by attgig
the whole screen is flickering? or only the window that you're scrolling?

I guess the entire screen although the word flicker seems to understate the problem.

skynet · 08-07-2002, 03:38 PM

Try turning off smooth scrolling.

ribitch · 08-07-2002, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by skynet
Try turning off smooth scrolling.

thats not the problem. Already tried it.

I am guessing its just a crap system

Jeffbx · 08-08-2002, 05:43 AM

Well, send it over to me and I'll test it out for a few months for ya.

Seriously tho - call Dell again. If your machine & the LCD are both still under warranty, keep calling them until they either throw up their hands or replace the same thing three times. This is the magic moment that you call your sales rep or customer service & let them know that the service dept can't fix your problem & you have a lemon. Odds are pretty good that you'll be able to convince them to send you a whole new system.

08-07-2002, 06:35 AM	#1
ribitch Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,672	Dell LCD problems OK, i am typing this on a optiplex gx 240 (p4 16. GHz), with a dell branded LCD attached to it. The LCD likes to flicker, so we had dell replace it, and it still did it. We then replaced th video card, and it still flickers. It does it at random. the screen will go blank for a few seconds, then come back on like nothing had happened. Its very annoying, expecially when you are actually doing work . Anyone have any clues on why this is doing it? __________________ http://ribitch.com/ipod.html

08-08-2002, 05:43 AM	#13
Jeffbx Fleet Admiral Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 9,390	Well, send it over to me and I'll test it out for a few months for ya. Seriously tho - call Dell again. If your machine & the LCD are both still under warranty, keep calling them until they either throw up their hands or replace the same thing three times. This is the magic moment that you call your sales rep or customer service & let them know that the service dept can't fix your problem & you have a lemon. Odds are pretty good that you'll be able to convince them to send you a whole new system. Last edited by Jeffbx : 08-08-2002 at 05:46 AM.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

08-07-2002, 08:48 AM	#2
kame Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Jun 2000 Posts: 532	hmm.. the trick is to flick....not lick.... umm... sorry....dont know...

08-07-2002, 10:04 AM	#3
Jeffbx Fleet Admiral Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 9,390	Probably there is something nearby causing interference. Anything too close to it with power - another monitor, a copy machine, a fan, etc. can all cause interference. You could also have interference on the power line - maybe try plugging it into a different outlet or putting a line conditioner or a UPS there.

08-07-2002, 11:26 AM	#4
ribitch Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,672	nothig near by causing problems. It was pulled out of an office due to the flicker. we tried using it in several locations and we get the same thing

08-07-2002, 12:08 PM	#6
ribitch Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,672	the problem seems to be tied to the mouse. Its a usb ms explorer connected through the keyboard. when you are scrolling, it flickers. Tried changing the mouse and still get the same thing. its wierd pins are tight. Its using a straight DVI connection.

08-07-2002, 01:22 PM	#7
Apex Can you hear me now? Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Here Posts: 5,506	Does it flicker when attached to another computer?

08-07-2002, 01:44 PM	#8
ribitch Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,672	it doesnt flicker when attached to another system, and crt's work fine when attached to that system(using dvi-vga converter). Its really wierd.

08-07-2002, 03:38 PM	#11
skynet Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 523	Try turning off smooth scrolling.

User Name
Password
Remember Me?