Monitor Buzz

ch3333z · 22 Jan 2011 at 13:54

Right so after having my monitor (LG W2042S) for nearly 3 years, it has steadily developed a really irritating buzzing sound. Now I assume this is to do with the brightness control as it changes pitch when I adjust the brightness. It can sometimes be louder than my pc!!

Now if that weren't annoying enough, I have started to notice what appears to be refreshing lines across the screen. It isn't noticeable in windows, but as soon as I play any games, it becomes just visible.

All this is superficial and I can live with it, but the question I pose is, is my monitor on it's way out?

ch3333z · 22 Jan 2011 at 17:30

Cheers for the response. Yeh the monitor is way out of it's warranty and rma isn't really an option because proof of purchase has long since disappeared.

In terms of failing capacitors, what would I be looking for? (I know what a capacitor is, but rather what signs of failure would be apparent?)

ch3333z · 23 Jan 2011 at 12:32

@AtaRo, Cheers for the link! Will no doubt open it up and have a look. Will try post some pictures if I find anything interesting.

@hdpcgamer, Yeh I have played with all the settings. Adjusting the contrast/brightness settings just changes the pitch of the buzz. Some days I don't notice the buzz but other days it truly is surprising there isn't a bee hive somewhere in there.

I'm toying with getting an LED monitor, but no point throwing out something that can be easily fixed!!

ch3333z · 24 Jan 2011 at 08:15

Yeh taking things to be repaired does not work with me. I refuse to pay the extortion that is charged for somebody to turn to me and say "we can't find the problem" when a few googles and a soldering iron can solve all the problems myself. Plus where's the fun in not tinkering yourself?

Will keep you guys posted if I manage to find a solution. But if not, it will be a time game until I throw it out the window if it gets any worse!