External LCD Monitor and MacBook Pro - Bad Experience

Hi,
I have an LG 22" LCD (W2252TQ) attached to my MacBook Pro. And it is a horrible experience. It buzzes if the brightness is not at 100%. The colors are not like they are on the MacBook Pro LCD.
I am getting the LCD replaced for the 2nd time (the first time was because of a slightly different experience).
I am beginning to wonder if my MacBook Pro just doesn't play well with this particular model of LCD display. I have it connected via the VGA-DVI adapter. Could that be causing my problem? If I go straight to DVI, will it be better?
Anyone have any recommended settings for an LCD monitor (gamma, color, etc.)?
Thanks.
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I have my MBP hooked up to a Viewsonic 22 in. LCD directly with the DVI cable that came with the monitor. No problems so far. Perhaps try a different brand of monitor. I have heard good things about both Viewsonic and Samsung.

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