Contents Getting Started ......................3 Package Contents ....................3 Installing the Monitor Stand ................... 4 Adjusting the Monitor ..................... 6 Monitor Overview ....................7 Connecting the Monitor to PC ................10 OSD Setup ........................12 Navi Key ........................ 12 Hot Key ........................13 OSD Menus........................
Package Contents MAG ARTYMIS 242C Monitor MAG ARTYMIS 242CP Quick Start Guide Registration Card Documentation Warranty Card MSI Reward Program Card Stand with Screw(s) Stand Base with Screw(s) Stand Cover Accessories Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket Power Cord Power Adapter...
Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand to the monitor groove. Tighten the stand with screws. 2. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the screw to secure the base. 3.
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. MAG ARTYMIS 242C MAG ARTYMIS 242CP 130mm Getting Started...
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.
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. MAG ARTYMIS 242C OSD Setup...
MAG ARTYMIS 242CP 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 ∙ Users may enter into Game Mode, Screen Assistance, Alarm Clock and Input Source function menus by moving the Navi Key up, down, left or right when the OSD menu is inactive.
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.
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description MPRT ∙ Brightness cannot be adjusted when MPRT is set to ON. ∙ When MPRT is enabled, HDCR and Brightness cannot be enabled and will be grayed out. ∙ Response time will be grayed out while MPRT is enabled.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Screen None ∙ Users can adjust Screen Assistance Assistance in any mode. ∙ Screen Assistance default is None. FreeSync ∙ FreeSync Premium prevents screen Premium tearing. ∙ DisplayPort or HDMI default is ON and can be adjusted ON/OFF in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any screen refresh rate.
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDCR ∙ Users can adjust HDCR in any mode. ∙ HDCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast of images. ∙ When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness will be grayed out. ∙ HDCR and MPRT cannot be enabled simultaneously.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Sharpness ∙ Users can adjust Sharpness in any mode. ∙ Sharpness improves clarity and details of images. Color Cool ∙ Color Temperature default is Temperature Normal. Normal ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects.
Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Up / Down / Left ∙ Up Button default is Game Mode. / Right ∙ Down Button default is Screen Assistance. Brightness ∙ Left Button default is Alarm Clock. Game Mode ∙...
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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description OSD Time Out 5~30 ∙ Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any mode. Power Button ∙ When set to OFF, users can press the power button to turn off the monitor. Standby ∙...
Specifications MAG ARTYMIS 242C Model MAG ARTYMIS 242CP Size 23.6 inch 1000R Curvature Panel Type Resolution 1920 x 1080 16:9 Aspect Ratio Brightness (nits) Contrast Ratio 3000:1 Refresh Rate 165Hz Response Time MPRT ∙ HDMI Port x 2 Input Interface ∙...
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MAG ARTYMIS 242C Model MAG ARTYMIS 242CP 533.7 x 422.8 x 228.3 mm (MAG ARTYMIS 242C) Dimension (W x H x D) 533.7 x 543.5 x 231.1 mm (MAG ARTYMIS 242CP) 3.7 Kg (Net) / 6.4 Kg (Gross) (MAG ARTYMIS 242C) Weight 4.7 Kg (Net) / 6.9 Kg (Gross) (MAG ARTYMIS 242CP) ∙...
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.
∙ 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.
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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.
TÜV Certification TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification Blue light has been shown to cause eye fatigue and discomfort. MSI now offers monitors with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification to ensure users’ eye comfort and well-being. Please follow the instructions below to reduce the symptoms from extended exposure to the screen and blue light.
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...
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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.