2010Monitors forum
Condensation fogging between LCD panel and protective glass on Transvideo Cinemonitor IIIA
16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Fogging that appears between the LCD panel and protective glass on this monitor is caused by trapped moisture condensing when the unit heats up during operation.
- The fogging intensity correlates with ambient humidity and operating temperature, worsening as the monitor runs until it peaks, then gradually dissipates.
- In tropical climates with high humidity year-round, condensation can occur regardless of season or ambient temperature.
- The protective glass may be part of a sealed casing that has failed or developed a slow leak, allowing moisture to enter and take considerable time to evaporate as the unit heats up.
- Disassembling the monitor can help determine whether the protective glass is part of a sealed unit and identify the source of moisture entry.
- The manufacturer may be willing to provide repair guidance without charging for advice.
Depends on
- This issue was observed on a second-hand unit of unspecified age and condition.
- The problem was not definitively resolved in the discussion.
- The suggestion to disassemble the unit assumes it is designed for user disassembly.
- Applicability to other Transvideo monitor models is unclear.