Apple Cinema LED 24 screen smudge (With pics)

[Maniia]

Hey all, I've got an issue with my beloved Cinema There's some weird smudge/misscolor in the right side of the screen. Anyways, I'm just gonna say a few thousand words without writing anymore:

Here's a preview:

These are larger images that shows it better.
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Little extra info:
I've tested the screen on 2 computers, just to be sure that it's the monitor. Also, as you can see, it's almost like the color gets a little brighter to the right of the smudge and out to the edge. I noticed it about a week ago when I was looking for a wallpaper, as it's only very visible on some colors, so it might have been there longer, because it's hard to spot when just browsing the web or playing, but it usually gets in the way now, when I'm working in Photoshop, which of course isn't acceptable for a 1.183$ monitor, which it costs in Denmark and it's not even a year old. I hope someone can help me identify the problem, thanks.

 

[reebzor]

I have the same problem with a Dell Display that I have. No idea how it happened or how to fix it (Sorry), but I would like to know...

 

[drambuie]

I have a 9 year old 1280x1024 NEC IPS display that has a similar looking, but more prominent anomaly near the right edge. When I first noticed it, I thought the CCFL lamp was on the way out. That was five years ago, and except for that one minor flaw, the screen still functions perfectly. Also, for some reason, it's most visible on a blue background.

 

[Transporteur]

I've had the exact same issue with my 30" Cinema, on both sides, though. It's a bleeding backlight.

One quick call to Apple and 24 hours later I had a brand new unit on my desk.

If you've got warranty left, just give them a call. They won't repair it (not cost effective) and just send you a new unit. If you don't have any AppleCare left, ask your local AASP how much he'd charge you for a repair/replacement.

 

[Maniia]

I've had the exact same issue with my 30" Cinema, on both sides, though. It's a bleeding backlight.

One quick call to Apple and 24 hours later I had a brand new unit on my desk.

If you've got warranty left, just give them a call. They won't repair it (not cost effective) and just send you a new unit. If you don't have any AppleCare left, ask your local AASP how much he'd charge you for a repair/replacement.

Oh alright, so I guess I should start finding my AppleCare and call the store, as it seems I have to get a new one. Doubt they can do it in 24 hours tho, but I hope they will do it without any issues : )

Thanks for the help and reebzor it would seem like you need to find your warranty too : ( hehe

 

[jenzjen]

Just call them and give them your serial, as the warranty is tied to the machine so I doubt you need to "find" anything.

 

[Washac]

Hi


I have had an iMac do this, now I have an ACD24" that has done it twice, sent it back had
panel replaced now it has reappeared again, mine is always on the left hand side.

I have never heard of any other display doing this, other than the person here with the Dell.

Can I ask what the Dell model is that has done this ?

 

[Washac]

Hi


Still like to know what Dell model this happened to ?

 

[Maniia]

Hi


Still like to know what Dell model this happened to ?

Maybe try and PM him too

Also, how long did there go between the times it would happen to your ACD?

Turned mine into the store yesterday and they said they are waiting for spare-parts now. Just hope it wont be long

 

[Washac]

Maybe try and PM him too

Also, how long did there go between the times it would happen to your ACD?

Turned mine into the store yesterday and they said they are waiting for spare-parts now. Just hope it wont be long

Hi



My ACD was sent back, a new panel was fitted and within a few months of getting it back it started to build up again.

 

[Maniia]

Hi



My ACD was sent back, a new panel was fitted and with a few momnths of getting it back it started to build up again.

Hmm alright, seems like it's not my last visit at the repair-store.. But I hope it

 

[karlharrison]

I too see a smudge on my monitor

Hopefully the attachment will show the smudge. Looks like a return to store.