# 2. Model 1A: Display flickering issue or green screen

<span dir="ltr">This problem is caused by inadequate power to the Display port of the controller via USB-C.</span>

Recommendations:

1. Use the 1m USB-C cables we provided if you are using other longer cables.
2. Connect directly to the USB port of the computer if you are connecting it via a hub.
3. <span dir="ltr">The monitor can also be powered via a wall power adapter (a 10 Watt or more) phone charger can power on the monitor however if you connect the USB-C Display port of the controller directly to a wall adapter the touch function will not work because touch data is transmitted via that port. To use a wall adapter to power the monitor and have the touch function working use a </span>[<span dir="ltr">Y-Cable</span>](https://kb.mpmidi.com/books/mp-controller-documentation/page/1-model-1a1a-using-a-y-cable-to-provide-more-power-to-the-display)

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**Green Screen when connecting the HDMI**

<span dir="ltr">If you get a green screen, this is called aging mode, it's a testing mode for monitors. </span>

<span dir="ltr">To stop this mode, t</span>here is a slit on the side here where there is a power button.

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<div dir="ltr" id="bkmrk-using-a-pointing-obj">Using a pointing object, press and hold the monitor's power button until it shuts down (it's on the side). Then turn it on again, and connect the hdmi.</div>Alternatively, you can open the bottom cover and reach out for the button.

![](/storage/uploads/images/gallery/2025-04/1745653903-Cg3X1f5vF3VERQ0u.jpg)