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What is Image Sticking, or Image Burn-in, or After Image, or Ghost Image in LCD

Published on 2017-01-09

Uninterrupted display of still or static images over an extended period may cause “burn in”, also known as “after-imaging” or “ghost imaging”, on your screen. “Burn-in” “after-imaging”, or “ghost imaging” is a well-known phenomenon in LCD panel technology. In most cases, the “burned in” or “atter-imaging” or “ghost imaging” will disappear gradually over a period of time after the power has been switched off.
Always activate a moving screen saver program when you leave your monitor unattended.

Always activate a periodic screen refresh application if your LCD monitor will display unchanging static content.

WARNING: Severe“burn-in” or “after-image” or “ghost image” symptoms will not disappear and cannot be repaired. The damage mentioned above is not covered under your warranty.

The information on this page applies to the following models: 17S1SB/00 .

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