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  • Page 1 Optix Series LCD Monitor Optix AG321CR (3DB4) Optix AG321CQR (3DB4)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started ......................3 Package Contents ....................3 Installing the Monitor Stand ................... 4 Adjusting the Monitor ..................... 5 Monitor Overview ....................6 Connecting the Monitor to PC ................9 OSD Setup ........................11 Navi Key ........................ 11 Hot Key ........................11 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 Monitor Optix AG321CR / AG321CQR (3DB4) Quick Start Guide Documentation Warranty Card...

  • Page 4: Installing The Monitor Stand

    Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the latches of the stand to the monitor groove. 2. When the stand is secured to the monitor, a click sound will be heard. 3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base. 4.

  • Page 5: 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. The reserved pivot 5° is designed for adjusting the level imbalance of some tables. ∙...

  • Page 6: Monitor Overview

    Monitor Overview AG321CR AUDIO Getting Started...
  • Page 7 AG321CQR AUDIO Getting Started...
  • Page 8 Power LED Lit in white after the monitor is turned on. If no signal input, the LED will turn into orange. Lit in orange when the monitor is in Stand-by mode. Power Button/ Navi Key Cable Routing Hole Kensington Lock USB 2.0 Type-B Upstream Port For USB Upstream Cable.

  • Page 9: 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 10 AG321CQR Getting Started...

  • Page 11: 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. Up/Down/Left/Right: ∙...

  • Page 12: Osd Menus

    OSD Menus AG321CR AG321CQR OSD Menus...

  • Page 13: Gaming

    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 14 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Refresh Rate Location Left Top ∙ Users can adjust Refresh Rate in any mode. Right Top ∙ Default Refresh Rate Location is Left Top. Location is adjustable in Left OSD Menu. Press the OK Button to Bottom confirm and apply your Refresh Rate Right...

  • Page 15: Professional

    1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description FreeSync ∙ FreeSync Premium/ Adaptive-Sync Premium 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. ∙...

  • Page 16: Image

    1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description MPRT ∙ Brightness cannot be adjusted when MPRT is set to ON. ∙ When Screen Refresh Rate is lower than 85 Hz, MPRT cannot be enabled. ∙ MPRT and HDCR cannot be enabled simultaneously.

  • Page 17: Input Source

    1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Color Cool ∙ Color Temperature default is Temperature Normal. Normal ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. Warm ∙ Press the OK Button to confirm Customization R (0-100) and apply your mode type.

  • Page 18: Pip/ Pbp (Optional)

    PIP/ PBP (optional) 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ∙ PIP (Picture in Picture) allows users to simultaneously display Source HDMI1 multiple video sources on one screen. One program is displayed HDMI2 on the full screen at the same time as one or more other programs are displayed in inset windows.

  • Page 19: Navi Key

    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 ∙...
  • Page 20 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Transparency ∙ Users can adjust Transparency in any mode. OSD Time Out 5~30 ∙ Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any mode. RGB LED ∙ Users can adjust RGB LED to ON or OFF. ∙...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications Model Optix AG321CR / AG321CQR (3DB4) Size 31.5 inch Curvature 1500R Panel Type 1920 x 1080 @165Hz (AG321CR) Resolution 2560 x 1440 @165Hz (AG321CQR) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness 250nits (Typ.) 4000:1 (Typ.) (AG321CR) Contrast Ratio 3000:1 (Typ.) (AG321CQR) Refresh Rate 165Hz Response Time 1MS (MPRT)
  • Page 22 Model Optix AG321CR / AG321CQR (3DB4) Anti-Glare Type, 25% (AG321CR) Surface Treatment Anti-Glare Type, 40% (AG321CQR) 16.7M (AG321CR) Display Colors 1.07B (AG321CQR) Power Adapter Specs Model: ADS-65HI-19A-1 19065E 100~240Vac, 50/60Hz, 1.5A Power Input Power Output 3.42A Adjustment (Tilt) -5° ~ 20° Adjustment (Height) 0 ~ 90mm Adjustment (Swivel)

  • Page 23: Preset Display Modes

    Preset Display Modes Optix AG321CR (3DB4) Standard Resolution HDMI1 HDMI2 640x480 @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz Dos-Mode 720x480 @60Hz 720x576 @50Hz SVGA 800x600 @56Hz @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz XVGA 1024x768 @60Hz @70Hz @75Hz SXVGA 1280x1024 @60Hz @75Hz WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz...
  • Page 24 Optix AG321CQR (3DB4) Standard Resolution HDMI1 HDMI2 640x480 @60Hz @75Hz Dos-Mode 720x400 @70Hz 720x480 @60Hz 720x576 @50Hz SVGA 800x600 @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz XVGA 1024x768 @60Hz @75Hz SXVGA 1280x720 @50Hz 1280x1024 @60Hz @75Hz @120Hz WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz @120Hz WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz @120Hz Speical EDID for PBP 1280x1440...

  • Page 25: 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 26: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions ∙ Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. ∙ All cautions and warnings on the device or user’s manual should be noted. ∙ Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. ∙ Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. ∙...

  • Page 27: Tüv Certification

    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.

  • Page 28: 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 29 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 30 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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