Weird LCD problem... shadow-like smudges [DELL 2005FPW]

The Other Paul · 11 Mar 2007 at 15:05

Hi, I'm hoping someone can give me a clue as to what this is...

I'm not sure how to describe it, so I've taken a photo of it.
It's not on the surface of the screen and I can only see it against a grey or dull blue background... it never moves or changes shape.
Notice the shadowy wave-like dark areas.

This happens to my brothers 2005FPW as well, except in a different area of the screen. (we bought ours together, so they may be from the same batch)

I don't think it's image persistence, because I can't reconcile that pattern of smudge with any wallpaper or app I've used.
And I've tried leaving a 100% white background on for hours, but it hasn't made any difference.

Has anyone seen this before or have any ideas?

Sir Random · 11 Mar 2007 at 15:15

Could it be pressure marks from aggressive cleaning with a cloth?

The Other Paul · 11 Mar 2007 at 15:20

I suppose it could be, though I don't think I was being aggressive :/
Is there any way to get rid of pressure marks or is it permanently forked?

Sir Random · 11 Mar 2007 at 15:35

I've no idea. I'm still deciding on my first LCD, so I've no real experience with flat screens (apart from laptops).

Have you tried gentle massaging, to see if the streaks can be moved around? If they're fixed to the one spot, then it could be permanent.

The Other Paul · 11 Mar 2007 at 16:41

Well they fade out for a second if I rub on them... then fade back again to the same spot. :/
This one area I've been rubbing may be getting less shadowy, but it's hard to tell... who knows... maybe in the long run I'm making it worse!

*sigh*