Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: What causes lines to start at the sides of the monitor and bow toward the center of the display?

A: This phenomenon is known as moire. Moire is a term given to describe wavy or elliptical patterns that may appear on the screen. The moire pattern may be more noticeable in certain resolutions and with certain backgrounds or programs. These patterns are caused by the relationship between resolution, monitor pitch, screen size, and the image pitch. Some environmental factors, such as nearby equipment that creates a magnetic field, may also need to be addressed.

Most high-end monitors have an adjustment for the moire pattern. Look to your specific monitor's online information for on-screen display (OSD) adjustments for the monitor. Whether the monitor has a moire adjustment or not, other settings may compound or decrease the moire effect.