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 ........................10 Navi Key ........................ 10 Hot Key ........................10 OSD Menus........................
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 MAG281URF Monitor Optix MAG281URV Quick Start Guide Documentation Registration Card Stand with Screw(s)
Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand bracket to the monitor groove. 2. Tighten the stand bracket with screws. 3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base. 4.
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. 130mm Getting Started...
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Macro Key To activate OSD Application. Power Button Navi Key Kensington Lock Cable Routing Hole Power Jack HDMI Port DisplayPort Port USB Type-C Port This port supports DisplayPort Alternate (DP Alt) Mode and up to 5V/3A power delivery. USB 2.0 Type-B Upstream Port For USB Upstream Cable.
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. Up/ Down/ Left/ Right: ∙...
OSD Menus Optix MAG281URF Optix MAG281URV ⚠ Important When receiving HDR signals, Night Vision, MPRT Sync, Low Blue Light, HDCR, Brightness, Contrast, Color Temperature, Optix Scope, and PIP/PBP will be grayed out. OSD Menus...
Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Game Mode User ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. ∙ Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type. Racing Night Vision ∙ This function optimizes background brightness and is recommended for Normal FPS games.
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Alarm Clock Location Left Top ∙ After setting the time, press the OK Button to activate the timer. Right Top ∙ Users have to manually restore their preset Alarm Clock after any Left AC power loss and reconnection.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Optix Scope Scope Small ∙ The center point will zoom in when (for Optix Size Optix Scope is enabled, user can Medium MAG281URF) adjust the details through the “Scope Size” and “Scope Ratio” Large settings.
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDCR ∙ HDCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast of images. ∙ When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness will be grayed out. ∙ HDCR and MPRT Sync cannot be enabled simultaneously. MPRT Sync ∙...
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Color Cool ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select Temperature and preview mode effects. Normal ∙ Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type. Warm ∙ Users can adjust Color Customization R (0-100) Temperature in Customization...
PIP/PBP (for Optix MAG281URF) 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ∙ PIP (Picture in Picture) allows users to simultaneously display Source HDMI1 multiple video sources on one HDMI2 screen. One program is displayed on the full screen at the same time as one or more other Type-C programs are displayed in inset...
Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description ∙ All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menus. Down Brightness ∙ PIP/PBP and Optix Scope are for Left MAG281URF. Game Mode Right Smart Crosshair Alarm Clock Input Source PIP/PBP Mode Refresh Rate Info.
Setting 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Language 繁體中文 ∙ Users have to press the OK Button to confirm and apply the Language setting. English ∙ Language is an independent setting. Users’ own language setting will override Français the factory default. When users set Reset Deutsch to Yes, Language will not be changed.
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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDMI 2.1 4K 120Hz - ∙ To reach maximum resolution of Console 3840x2160 @144Hz, users have to set (for Optix HDMI 2.1 to 4K 144Hz - PC. MAG281URF) 4K 144Hz - PC HDMI CEC ∙...
Specifications Model Optix MAG281URF Optix MAG281URV Size 27.9 inch Curvature Flat Panel Type Rapid IPS Resolution 3840 x 2160 16:9 Aspect Ratio Brightness 300 nits (typ.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 Refresh Rate 144Hz 60Hz Response Time 1ms (GTG)/ 1ms (MPRT) 4ms (GTG) ∙...
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Model Optix MAG281URF Optix MAG281URV Adjustment (Pivot) -90° ~ 90° 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 Dimension (W x H x D) 638.3 x 408.2 x 233.7 mm 7.7 Kg (Net)
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 Rheinland 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.
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