why can't I see the translucent red glow around the frame of this monitor that I just bought
1490403
I don't see it unless there is light shining on it. The light from the screen does not light it up. My office is somewhat dark and the frame looks almost black. I really like this monitor.
1490404
TOC - Touch of color - The slight red Samsung monitors are the nicer models. It is very slight touch of red mostly noticed with direct lighting. It is as it should be.
1490405
s20b350 is the model I own and it is maroon like around the screen but it doesn't glow. Only notice the color in sunlight. I don't think its meant too really. I wouldn't want it too personally. Maybe in photos it catches light but it doesn't glow.
1942421
Possible for low light applications where you want the screen to be significantly dimmer. It's a clear red plastic not cloudy, and it's a very dark red. Depending on the brightness settings for your screen and your resolution size you should be able to see through it.
1576852
I dont recomend it. This LCD has a low resolution And when i got it i could see anuthing because it was dark
1765519
Steven, link me to a 2D scrolling shooter, and I'll snap a picture of this monitor at 90 rotation. Right now just browsing the web I can see a slight haze on the screen. If I look at it at different angles the screen gets dark, but head on it looks nice just not as bright.
263297
I got it connected but the screen flickers every few seconds. I Think I got a defective mini dvi.
1714859
I've had mine for about 2 years also and the same thing just popped up on my monitor. Anyone knows what it is?????
2277377
On further review, there is subtle red in the bezel. I never noticed until you asked.
762583
It may be the monitor you have plugged in :) mine caps out at 1680 x 1050 ///// try plugging it into a hdmi tv :)
1303316
maybe double check the settings menu, I saw a "dynamic contrast" in there somewhere. Don't know if it would help any, or if it's default on or off, I was clicking all over the place! It could also be using more power to light up the screen? Is your video card good for the resolution? Just guesses....
565678
Cannot help you, if still under return timeframe, return it. I have two units, one used for three years, one still new in box, even un-opened--was going to sell it so did not want to open the box, but decided to keep it since now discontinued. Your post reminds me--I should take it out of the box and check it. Question--are you sure it is the monitor and not your video card in the computer, or interference from some other device? Check online for like symptoms. Love this monitor. If you can find a fix, and otherwise in good condition, worth fixing yourself.
153953
Same thing happened to me but within 2 weeks. Luckily I hit the return period right on. The monitor itself does have a warranty though through the company itself that should be covered.
1939886
have not been able to view anything on the monitor. Still waiting for matching receiver.
47850
Hard to say from the information you have. Is there any way you can use a different monitor to see if it also shows the symptoms? Or if your goal is to keep the old monitor, is there a different source device you can try?
1648201
Thank you all for your comments and tips. Ive just exchanged the monitor for another unit and the replacement unit does not have the same first start/powering on flickering. Btw, i tested the original unit on a ps4, 2 diferent desktops, and a laptop each with their own cable but the result were the same. In the manual it stated that flickering is "normal" due to the nature of the LED backlit, and call support only when the monitor no longer power on due to the flickering. (...?)
915499
I'm sorry to say I had the same issue with 1 of 2 monitors I purchased. I don't believe it's a powersupply issue b/c I swapped powersupplies and the issue still occurred. I had to RMA my bad monitor. I will say though, if you get one that works, they're really quite nice.
208512
Are you using the cable that came with the monitor? I had some issues getting mine setup, but it was related to the cable I was using. You may want to try using a different cable rated for the high resolution that the monitor offers.
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Call the company from which the monitor came from. They will validate your warrenty and issue you a RMA number. Then you will be able to send the monitor back to the company. They will either repair it or replace it.