O Noes!!! Teh Skreen Br0ked!!!111

**harrycary** · 02-22-2005, 11:41 PM

While it's true that monitors with CRTs(picture tubes) are affected by electromagnetic interference, what you're experiencing doesn't sound like that.

I would suspect a failing capaciter in your horizontal sweep or power supply. Although, a failing/bad soldered connection in that same circuit can cause the same symptom. Try rapping firmly on the side, the problem may just go away. (bad soldered connections are a common problem in electronics and can appear or go away with no apparent reason)

Otherwise, it may need fixing.

BTW, by not having your monitor in front of me to physically check, I could be wrong.

regards,

**Keikan** · 02-22-2005, 11:58 PM

the stereo was one of these

not a computer speakers

**Virtualbody1234** · 02-23-2005, 12:04 AM

So moving it solved the problem then?

**Keikan** · 02-23-2005, 12:24 AM

no the screen still shakes

**Rick Phlegm** · 02-23-2005, 12:54 AM

At least you won't have to bother with the visualisations in winamp anymore...

If all else fails just keep jiggling the wires going into the monitor and from the monitor to the machine and see if that works. If not, take it to a repair shop cos it's probably just fucked.

**lynx** · 02-23-2005, 01:13 AM

Try increasing the refresh rate, that's probably what's happening when you play a game.

**Storm** · 02-23-2005, 02:39 AM

Originally Posted by hungrylilboy

i have a sub next to my flat screen monitor. Is that bad for it? how do u know if it is shielded?

edit. the manufactures say mine are magnetic shielded and are suitable for pcs

flat screen is fine........

doesnt use magnets like a CRT monitor does, so it isnt affected by the magnets in your speakers....... shielded or not.......

**harrycary** · 02-23-2005, 04:03 AM

I suggest you reread my post and then make your decision.

FYI: it would be useful when asking for help that you state what type of monitor you have.

Unplug your monitors' power cord for awhile and also try it on another PC. At least eliminate the simple possibilities before you spend the money on a repair or replacement.

Oh did I mention to reread my post, I speak from experience in the electronics repair industry.

regards,