the monitor makes a faint high-pitched buzzing or whining noise, especially on bright white screens, is this normal?

— asked by Jamie

Quick answer: This is coil whine from the monitor's internal power supply or display drivers. It is a common physical characteristic, not a functional defect, and is often more noticeable under high brightness/contrast loads.

Diagnosis


This is coil whine from the monitor's internal power supply or display drivers. It is a common physical characteristic, not a functional defect, and is often more noticeable under high brightness/contrast loads.

How to Fix It


1. Access the OSD menu using the multifunction button.
2. Navigate to 'Picture Control'.
3. Reduce the 'Brightness' setting from the default (often 90-100) to 70-80.
4. Reduce the 'Contrast' setting from the default (often 80) to 70-75.
5. The audible noise should decrease significantly.

If That Didn't Work


Ensure the monitor is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a power strip with other high-draw devices. Electrical noise from a poor-quality circuit can exacerbate the issue. If the whine is loud and persistent even at low brightness, it may indicate a component fault.

Heads Up


This model does not have a 'Dynamic Contrast' or 'Smart Dimming' feature that can cause similar noise by rapidly adjusting backlight power. If you hear a physical 'clicking' sound, that is the monitor entering or exiting power-saving mode, which is normal.

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