MSI Optix Series Manual
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Optix Series
LCD Monitor
Optix G242 (3BA4)
Optix G242P (3BA4)
Optix G272 (3CB5)
Optix G272P (3CB5)

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  • Page 1 Optix Series LCD Monitor Optix G242 (3BA4) Optix G242P (3BA4) Optix G272 (3CB5) Optix G272P (3CB5)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started ......................3 Package Contents ....................3 Installing the Monitor Stand ................... 4 Adjusting the Monitor ..................... 6 Monitor Overview ....................8 Connecting the Monitor to PC ................11 OSD Setup ........................13 Navi Key ........................ 13 Hot Key ........................14 OSD Menus........................
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter provides you with the information on hardware setup procedures. While connecting devices, be careful in holding the devices and use a grounded wrist strap to avoid static electricity. Package Contents Optix G242 (3BA4) Optix G242P (3BA4) Monitor Optix G272 (3CB5) Optix G272P (3CB5)
  • Page 4: Installing The Monitor Stand

    Installing the Monitor Stand ⚠ Important ∙ Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel. Do not use any sharp objects on the panel. ∙ The groove for installing the stand bracket can also be used for wall mount. Please ∙...
  • Page 5 Optix G242/ Optix G272 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand to the monitor groove. Tighten the stand with screws. 2. Connect the stand base to the stand and tighten the screw to secure the stand base.
  • Page 6: Adjusting The Monitor

    Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities. ⚠ Important Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor. ∙ ∙ Please slightly tilt the monitor backwards before pivoting it. Optix G242P/ Optix G272P 130mm Getting Started...
  • Page 7 Optix G242/ Optix G272 Getting Started...
  • Page 8: Monitor Overview

    Monitor Overview Optix G242P/ Optix G272P Getting Started...
  • Page 9 Optix G242/ Optix G272 Getting Started...
  • Page 10 Power Button Navi Key Cable Routing Hole Kensington Lock Power Jack HDMI 1.4 Port DisplayPort Headphone Jack Getting Started...
  • Page 11: Connecting The Monitor To Pc

    Connecting the Monitor to PC 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord. (Figure A) 4. Connect the power adapter to the monitor power jack. (Figure B) 5.
  • Page 12 Optix G242/ Optix G272 Getting Started...
  • Page 13: Osd Setup

    OSD Setup This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup. ⚠ Important All information is subject to change without prior notice. Navi Key The monitor comes with a Navi Key, a multi-directional control that helps navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Optix G242P/ Optix G272P OSD Setup...
  • Page 14: Hot Key

    Optix G242/ Optix G272 Up/Down/Left/Right: ∙ selecting function menus and items ∙ adjusting function values ∙ entering into/exiting from function menus Press (OK): ∙ launching the On-Screen Display (OSD) ∙ entering submenus ∙ confirming a selection or setting Hot Key ∙...
  • Page 15: Osd Menus

    OSD Menus Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Game Mode User ∙ All items can be adjusted by users. ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. Racing ∙ Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type.
  • Page 16 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Anti Motion ∙ When Anti Motion Blur is enabled, Blur HDCR and Brightness cannot be enabled and will be grayed out. ∙ Response time will be grayed out while Anti Motion Blur is enabled. ∙...
  • Page 17: Professional

    1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Adaptive-Sync ∙ Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing. ∙ DisplayPort or HDMI default is OFF and can be adjusted ON/OFF in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any screen refresh rate. ∙ Anti Motion Blur will be disabled if Adaptive-Sync is enabled.
  • Page 18: Image

    1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Image ∙ Image Enhancement enhances image Enhancement edges to improve their acutance. Weak ∙ Users can adjust Image Enhancement in any mode. Medium Strong Strongest Image 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Brightness 0-100 ∙...
  • Page 19: Input Source

    Input Source 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDMI1 ∙ Users can adjust Input Source in any mode. HDMI2 Auto Scan ∙ Users can use the Navi Key to select Input Source at below status: • While “Auto Scan” is set to “OFF” with the monitor at power saving mode;...
  • Page 20: Setting

    Setting 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Language 繁體中文 ∙ Language factory default is English. ∙ Users have to press the OK Button to English confirm and apply the Language setting. Français ∙ Language is an independent setting. Users’ own language setting will override Deutsch the factory default.
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications Model Optix G242/ Optix G242P/ Optix G272/ Optix G272P 23.8 inch (Optix G242/ Optix G242P) Size 27 inch (Optix G272/ Optix G272P) Curvature Panel Type Resolution 1920 x 1080 @144Hz Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness (nits) 250 (typ.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 Refresh Rate 144Hz...
  • Page 22 Model Optix G242/ Optix G242P/ Optix G272/ Optix G272P Kensington Lock ∙ Plate Type: 100 x 100 mm ∙ Screw Type: M4 x 10 mm VESA Mounting • Thread Diameter: 4 mm • Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm • Thread Length: 10 mm 540.3 x 411.6 x 228.2 mm (Optix G242) 540.3 x 514.3 x 233.7 mm (Optix G242P) Dimension (W x H x D)
  • Page 23: Preset Display Modes

    Preset Display Modes Optix G242/ Optix G242P Standard Resolution HDMI 640x480 @60Hz @67Hz @72Hz @75Hz 720x400 @70Hz SVGA 800x600 @56Hz @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz 1024x768 @60Hz @70Hz @75Hz SXGA 1152x864 @75Hz 1280x720 @60Hz 1280x960 @60Hz 1280x1024 @60Hz @75Hz WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz...
  • Page 24 Optix G242/ Optix G242P Video Timing Mode Resolution HDMI 1080P 1920x1080P @50Hz @60Hz @120Hz Optix G272/ Optix G272P Standard Resolution HDMI 640x480 @60Hz @67Hz @72Hz @75Hz 720x400 @70Hz SVGA 800x600 @56Hz @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz 1024x768 @60Hz @70Hz @75Hz SXGA 1152x864 @75Hz 1280x720 @60Hz...
  • Page 25 Optix G272/ Optix G272P Video Timing Mode Resolution HDMI 480P 640x480P @60Hz 720x480P 1440x480P 576P 1440x576P @50Hz 1080P 1920x1080P @60Hz @120Hz Preset Display Modes...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The power LED is off. • Press the monitor power button again. • Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected. No image. • Check if the computer graphics card is properly installed. • Check if the computer and monitor are connected to electrical outlets and are turned on.
  • Page 27: Safety Instructions

    ∙ Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on the power cord. ∙ If this device comes with an adapter, use only the MSI provided AC adapter approved for use with this device.
  • Page 28 California, USA: The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special handling when recycled or disposed of in California. For further information please visit: https://dtsc.ca.gov/perchlorate/ Environment ∙ To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device on a soft, unsteady surface or obstruct its air ventilators.
  • Page 29: Regulatory Notices

    1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. MSI Computer Corp. 901 Canada Court, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA (626) 913-0828 www.msi.com...
  • Page 30 Vietnam RoHS As from December 1, 2012, all products manufactured by MSI comply with Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT temporarily regulating the permitted limits for a number of hazardous substances in electronic and electric products.
  • Page 31 Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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