PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free)
LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to another
especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time.
This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from Image
retention.
What is Ima
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During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. However,
if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electric charge
accumulates between the two electrodes which encase the liquid crystal. This may
cause the liquid crystal to build up in a certain areas of the display. Thus, the previous
image is retained when switching to a new video image. All display products, including
LCD,are subject to image retention. This is not a product defect.
Please follow the suggestions below to protect your LCD from image retention
Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode
Ex)
zTurn the power off when using a stationary pattern.
zUse a Screen saver if possible
zSet the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme.
- Turn the power off for 4 hours after 24 hours in use
- Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use
- Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended.
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Ex) Airports, Transit Stations, Stock Markets, Banks, and Controlling Systems
We recommend that you follow set up of your display system program as below:
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Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a
Display Logo or moving image for 1 minute.
Chan
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Use 2 different colors
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Ex) Rotate the Color Information with 2 colors every 30 minutes.
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void using a combination of characters and background color with large
difference in luminance.
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void using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily.
zAvoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey)
Ex)
zRecommended settings: Bright colors with little difference in luminance
- Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes
Ex)
- Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement.
Ex)