@DrDave Thanks for the tip. I found some more information here:

http://www.overclock.net/t/1228062/achieva-shimian-monitor-club/20#post_16787973

This method has mostly eliminated the noise. I have to really concentrate to hear it. Globbing epoxy on those points isn't pretty, but it helped.

I guess hot glue will also do the trick.

For those DIYers who don't want to buy electrical grade silicon, you can use GE II in a pinch. It has much less acid, and the acid is gone after a day or so. I would not plop it on my mics, but for everything else it is a reasonable substitute. Many epoxy types are used in high temp industrial work, so it isn't a bad choice at all, just not flexible. Don't use ones that have a lot of metal in them. I use silicon to dampen the shells of microphones, and on anything that buzzes.

@Vitaliy_Kiselev Yeah, I'm talking to the seller. They are dragging their heals.

@DrDave Good advice, I will pick some up to have around in the future.

Update: The seller compensated me $50 for my trouble.

Have had zero issues on my Catleap, by "waking from sleeping" is one of those things controlled by the computer. Sound like a USB issue, whether the USB connection is powered down when sleeping.

Also, what in the world does "d-sub" mean for some of these Shimian monitors?

Many people who have these monitors have only one brand, so it is difficult to compare the different models. The glass option, you have to order it. You won't get it unless you order it; the glass is not a deal breaker, it simply may have a few dust particles trapped under it, and possibly adds to the reflections a bit.

I ordered the Catleap because I guessed that it was less likely to have buzz issues. For the same reason, I did not order any extra options. I figured extra circuits, like an audio amp and speakers, extra converters for video, extra wires, would simply degrade the signal path or add electrical interference. I judged that complaints about the stand were not substantial. However, I don't have several to compare side by side.

Dead pixels: this is the classic crapshoot. If dead pixels is going to bother you, I honestly recommend getting something you can return. Mine has zero dead pixels, but if there was a tiny pixel somewhere, well, let's just say that on my video cam that is a real annoyance, but on the monitor, who gives a FF. It is so cheap, just enjoy that it is cheap.

@qwerty123

Just check his feedback.
Sometimes this sellers can be away, or some new sales girl can act strange.

I think it is always best idea to make ebay dispute first.

Just received word from the seller. Apparently, a manufacturer told them to not ship the newest batch he received because of some defects. He said he I could either wait till next week or have my order cancelled. I cancelled my order, and placed an order with green-sum instead. Better seller ratings, so hopefully better service (even though a little more expensive).

@qwerty123

Can you make some pictures or short video?

@qwerty123

Got it. I think it is just panel mount. You can check huge topics in gamers forums or any topic that deals with backlight issues due to panel mount.

@qwerty123

Sending it back is worse :-) Unscrewing few things is really not a big deal.

After big price drops on TVs and monitors similar issues arise constanty for almost all brands.