IBM 2274 User Manual

Solving monitor problems 51TroubleshootingDisplay fonts appear cutoff or pushed togetherWhile your monitor resolution may let you change thefont size, some programs do not support large fonts.Large fonts may cause words to appear cut off orpushed together. Check the display propertiessettings to verify that small fonts are selected. Forinstructions on working with display properties, seethe online help files that came with the operatingsystem.White screen 1 Make sure the monitor cable is correctly and securelyconnected to the system unit.2 Make sure the system is turned on.3 If another monitor is available, connect it to yoursystem unit. If the problem is corrected, somethingmay be wrong with your monitor.Flickering or unsteadypicture on monitor screen1 Select display settings for a lower resolution, fewercolors, or a higher refresh rate. For instructions onworking with display properties, see the online helpfiles that came with the operating system.2 If your monitor is located close to another monitor,move the two monitors farther away from each other.Screen is an intenseyellow, magenta (purpleor red-blue), or cyan(blue-green) colorRefer to the documentation that came with yourmonitor. If you need service, see “HelpWare supportand services” on page 81.If the problem is... Here’s what to do...If any of these problems continue after taking the actionslisted, refer to the documentation that came with yourmonitor. If you need service, see “HelpWare support andservices” on page 81.