Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice ��������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Revision ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Technical Support ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii Safety Instructions ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iv CE Conformity ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������vi FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ���������������������������������������������������vi WEEE Statement ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������vii Chemical Substances Information �������������������������������������������������������������������������vii RoHS Statement ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������vii Getting Started �������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-1 Package Contents ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 1-2 Installing the Monitor Stand (Optional) �����������������������������������������������������������������...
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� To prevent fire or shock hazard, keep this device away from humidity and high temperature�...
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Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products� ◙ Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information� ◙ Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi�com for information regarding proper disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly of MSI products�...
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...
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�...
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� IMPORTANT • The illustrations are for reference only� Your monitor may vary in appearance� •...
Package Contents 1. Monitor 2. Stand 3. Stand Base with Screw 4. Power Cord 5. HDMI Cable 6. DisplayPort Cable (Optional) 7. USB Upstream Cable (to enable the USB ports on the monitor) 8. Quick Start Guide 9. Warranty Card 10.
Getting Started Installing the Monitor Stand (Optional) MAG241C/ MAG241CV/ MAG271C/ MAG271CV 1� Lay the monitor on a reliable flat surface. 2� Connect the base to the stand� 3� Tighten the base screw to secure the base�...
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MAG241CP/ MAG241CR/ MAG271CP/ MAG271CR 1� Fit the stand to the monitor� 2� Connect the base to the stand� 3� Tighten the base screw to secure the base� IMPORTANT Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel�...
Getting Started Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities such as tilt and lift� IMPORTANT Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor� 130mm Optix MAG241CR Optix MAG241C Optix MAG241CP Optix MAG241CR Optix MAG271CR Optix MAG241CP...
Monitor Overview HDMI1 HDMI2 Power Button Navi Key HDMI Port HDMI Port DisplayPort Headphone Jack USB 2�0 Type A Downstream Port...
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Getting Started USB 2�0 Type A Downstream Port USB 2�0 Type B Upstream Port For USB Upstream Cable� IMPORTANT Check the package for USB Upstream Cable and connect it to the PC and To PC monitor� Once this cable is connected, the To Monitor USB Type A Downstream Ports on the monitor will be ready for use�...
Connecting the Monitor to PC 1� Turn off your computer. 2� Connect the HDMI/DisplayPort cable from the monitor to your computer� 3� Connect the power cord to the monitor power jack� (Figure A) 4� Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet� (Figure B) 5�...
Navi Key The monitor comes with a Navi Key, a multi-directional control that helps navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu� Navi Key The Navi Key default settings are as follows� Navi Key Hot Key Basic Operations (When OSD menu is OFF) (When OSD menu is ON) ■...
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OSD Setup Navi Key Hot Key Basic Operations (When OSD menu is OFF) (When OSD menu is ON) ■ Press Middle ■ Selecting function menus Game Mode Button to confirm and items ■ Allowing upward adjustment selection and exit� ■ Press Up and in function values Down Buttons to adjust�...
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Users may enter the OSD Menu to customize their own Navi Key Hot Keys. More Hot Key options are as below� Navi Key Hot Key Options Operations ■ Press Middle Button to save value and exit� Brightness ■ Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust� ■...
OSD Setup OSD Setup via Navi Key Press the Middle button of Navi Key to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) main menu� Use the Up, Down, Left, Right buttons to tune the desired function menus to suit your personal preferences� h GAMING 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ■ Users can adjust Response Time in any Response Time Normal Mode� ■ When Response Time is set to Fastest with Fast at least 75Hz Screen Refresh Rate, Anti Motion Blur will be automatically enabled� ■...
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OSD Setup 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ■ FreeSync prevents screen tearing� FreeSync (OFF) ■ HDMI default is ON but grayed out (cannot be changed)� ■ DisplayPort default is ON and can be (ON) adjusted ON/OFF in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any screen refresh rate�...
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■ Brightness cannot be adjusted when Anti Motion Anti Motion Blur (OFF) Blur is set to ON� ■ When Response Time is set to Fastest with at least (ON) 75Hz Screen Refresh Rate, Anti Motion Blur will be automatically enabled� ■...
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OSD Setup h Input Source 1st Level Menu Description HDMI1 Users can adjust Input Source in any Mode� HDMI2 h Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description ■ Up Button default is Game Mode� ■ Down Button default is Screen Assistance� Brightness ■...
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h Setting 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description 繁體中文 ■ Language factory default is English� Language ■ Users have to press the Middle Button to confirm and English apply the Language setting� Français ■ Language is an independent setting� Users’ own Deutsch language setting will override the factory default�...
Specifications Model MAG241C MAG271C MAG241CV MAG271CV Size 23�6 inch 27 inch Curvature 1500R 1800R Panel Type 1920 x 1080@144Hz Resolution Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness (nits) 300 (max) Contrast Ratio 3000:1 144Hz Refresh Rate Response Time 1ms (MPRT) Input Interface HDMI x2, DP x1 ■...
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Appendix Model MAG241CR MAG271CR MAG241CP MAG271CP Size 23�6 inch 27 inch Curvature 1500R 1800R Panel Type 1920 x 1080@144Hz Resolution Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness (nits) 300 (max) Contrast Ratio 3000:1 144Hz Refresh Rate Response Time 1ms (MPRT) Input Interface HDMI x2, DP x1 ■...
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Environment Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C Humidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensing Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C Humidity: 10% to 90%, non-condensing LED Control Mystic light LED support RGB LED (MAG241CR/ MAG271CR)
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�...