Contents Getting Started ......................3 Package Contents ....................3 Installing the Monitor Stand ................... 4 Adjusting the Monitor ..................... 5 Monitor Overview ....................6 Connecting the Monitor to PC ................8 OSD Setup ........................9 Navi Key ........................9 Hot Key ........................9 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 Monitor G281UV Quick Start Guide Documentation Stand with Screw(s) Stand Base with Screw(s) Accessories...
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. ∙ -5° 20° 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. Up/ Down/ Left/ Right: ∙...
OSD Menus ⚠ Important When receiving HDR signals, Night Vision, Low Blue Light, HDCR, Brightness, Contrast and Color Temperature will be grayed out. Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Game Mode User ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects.
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Response Time Normal ∙ Users can adjust Response Time in any mode. Fast Fastest Refresh Rate Location Left Top ∙ Location is adjustable in OSD Menu. Press the OK Button to confirm and Right Top apply your Refresh Rate Location.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Smart Icon None ∙ Through AI algorithm, this function Crosshair enhances the visibility of in-game crosshair. ∙ Users can select the color and position of the crosshair. Color White Auto Position Reset FreeSync ∙...
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Low Blue Light ∙ Low Blue Light protects your eyes against blue light. When enabled, Low Blue Light adjusts the screen color temperature to a more yellow glow. ∙ When Pro Mode is set to Anti-Blue, it is mandatory to enable Low Blue Light.
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...
Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description ∙ All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menus. Down Brightness Left Game Mode Right Smart Crosshair Alarm Clock Input Source Refresh Rate Info. On Screen Night Vision Setting 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description...
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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Transparency ∙ Users can adjust Transparency in any mode. OSD Time Out 5~30s ∙ 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.
Specifications Model G281UV Size 27.9 inch Curvature Flat Panel Type Resolution 3840 x 2160 Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness 300 nits (typ.) Contrast Ratio 1000:1 Refresh Rate 60Hz Response Time 4ms (GTG) ∙ Power Jack x1 ∙ Headphone Jack x1 ∙ HDMI Port x2 ∙...
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Model G281UV ∙ 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 446.4 x 229.4 mm 5.7 Kg (Net) Weight 7.7 Kg (Gross)
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.