LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel PolicyDuring the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon forone or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visibleresult is a fixed pixel that appears as an extremely tiny dark or brightdiscolored spot. When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known as a“bright dot.” When the pixel remains black, it is known as a “dark dot.”In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do notdetract from display quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixelsis considered normal and within competitive standards. For moreinformation, see Dell Support site at:http://www.dell.com/support/monitors.Maintenance GuidelinesCaring for Your MonitorCAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaningthe monitor.CAUTION: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor powercable from the electrical outlet.For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below whileunpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor:• To clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean clothwith water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solutionsuitable for the antistatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner,ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air.• Use a slightly dampened, warm cloth to clean the plastics. Avoid usingdetergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on theplastics.• If you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe itoff with a cloth. This white powder occurs during the shipping of themonitor.• Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor mayscratch and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-coloredmonitor.• To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use adynamically changing screen saver and power off your monitor whennot in use.About Your Monitor 25