MSI Optix G273 - Full HD WLED Gaming LCD Monitor Manual

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

• Contact your place of purchase or local distributor if any of the items is damaged or missing.
• Package contents may vary by country.
• The included power cord is exclusively for this monitor and should not be used with other products.

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. Make sure the stand assembly is properly installed before setting the monitor upright.

• Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel.
• Do not use any sharp objects on the panel.
• The groove for installing the stand bracket can also be used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit.

Adjusting the Monitor

This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities.

Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor.

Monitor Overview

	Power Button
	Navi Key
	Kensington Lock
	HDMI Port
	DisplayPort
	Headphone Jack
	Power Jack

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. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure C)
6. Turn on the monitor. (Figure D)
7. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source.

OSD Setup

This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup.

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:

• selecting function menus and items
• adjusting function values
• entering into/exiting from function menus

Middle:

• launching the On-Screen Display (OSD)
• entering submenus
• confirming a selection or setting

Hot Key

• Users may enter into preset function menus by moving the Navi Key up, down, left or right when the OSD menu is inactive.
• Users may customize their own Hot Keys to enter into different function menus.

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 Middle Button to confirm and apply your mode type.
	FPS
	Racing
	RTS
	RPG
Night Vision	OFF		This function optimizes background brightness and is recommended for FPS games.
	Normal
	Strong
	Strongest
	A.I.
Response Time	Normal		Response Time will be grayed out while MPRT is enabled.
	Fast
	Fastest
MPRT	OFF		When MPRT is enabled, Brightness cannot be enabled and will be grayed out. MPRT and HDCR cannot be enabled simultaneously. Response time will be grayed out while MPRT is enabled. MPRT has to be disabled while Adaptive-Sync is set to ON. MPRT is available when the refresh rate is over 85Hz.
	ON
Refresh Rate	Location	Left Top	Location is adjustable in OSD Menu. Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your Refresh Rate Location. This monitor follows and works at the Operating System's preset Screen Refresh Rate.
		Right Top
		Left Bottom
		Right Bottom
	OFF
	ON
Alarm Clock	Location	Left Top	After setting the time, press the Middle Button to activate the timer. Users have to manually restore their preset Alarm Clock after any AC power loss and reconnection.
		Right Top
		Left Bottom
		Right Bottom
	OFF
	15:00	00:01 ~ 99:59
	30:00
	45:00
	60:00
Screen Assistance	None		Users can adjust Screen Assistance in any mode.
	Icon
Adaptive-Sync	OFF		Adaptive-Sync prevents screen 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. MPRT will be disabled if AdaptiveSync is enabled.
	ON

Professional

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Input Source

Navi Key

Setting

Specifications

Monitor		Optix G273
Size		27 inch
Curvature		Flat
Panel Type		IPS
Resolution		1920x1080 @165Hz
Aspect Ratio		16:9
Brightness (nits)		300 (typ.)
Contrast Ratio		1000:1
Refresh Rate		165Hz
Response Time		1ms (MPRT)
I/O		HDMI x 2 DP x 1 Headphone Jack x 1
View Angles		178°(H), 178°(V)
DCI-P3*/ sRGB		94% / 131%
Surface Treatment		Anti-glare
Display Colors		16.7M
Monitor Power Options		19.0V 2.1A
Power Adapter Specs		Option 1: ADS-40SI-19-3 19040E Option 2: DA-40A19
Power Input		100~240Vac, 50~60Hz, 1.0A max
Power Output		19.0V 2.1A
Adjustment (Tilt)		-5° ~ 20°
Kensington Lock		Yes
VESA Mounting		Plate Type: 100 x 100 mm Screw Type: M4 x 10 mm Thread Diameter: 4 mm Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm Thread Length: 10 mm
Dimension (W x H x D)		614.9 x 444.6 x 228.38 mm
Weight		4.5Kg (Net) 7.1Kg (Gross)
Environment	Operating	Temperature: 0℃ ~ 40℃ Humidity: 20% ~ 90%, non-condensing Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m
	Storage	Temperature: -20℃ ~ 60℃ Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing

* Based on CIE1976 test standards.

Preset Display Modes

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.
• Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
• The computer may be in Standby mode. Press any key to activate the monitor.

The screen image is not properly sized or centered.

• Refer to Preset Display Modes to set the computer to a setting suitable for the monitor to display.

No Plug & Play.

• Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected.
• Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
• Check if the computer and graphics card are Plug & Play compatible.

The icons, font or screen are fuzzy, blurry or have color problems.

• Avoid using any video extension cables.
• Adjust brightness and contrast.
• Adjust RGB color or tune color temperature.
• Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
• Check for bent pins on the signal cable connector.

The monitor starts flickering or shows waves.

• Change the refresh rate to match the capabilities of your monitor.
• Update your graphics card drivers.
• Keep the monitor away from electrical devices that may cause electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Safety Instructions

• Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.
• All cautions and warnings on the device or User Guide should be noted.
• Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Power

• Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and has been adjusted properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the device to the power outlet.
• If the power cord comes with a 3-pin plug, do not disable the protective earth pin from the plug. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
• Please confirm the power distribution system in the installation site shall provide the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum).
• Always disconnect the power cord or switch the wall socket off if the device would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.
• 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.

Battery

Please take special precautions if this device comes with a battery.

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, which can result in an explosion.
• Avoid leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature or extremely low air pressure environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
• Do not ingest battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children.

Overuse of screens is likely to affect eyesight.

Recommendations:

1. Take a 10-minute break for every 30 minutes of screen time.
2. Children under 2 years of age should have no screen time. For children aged 2 years and over, screen time should be limited to less than one hour per day.

Technical Support

If a problem arises with your product and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please visit https://www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance.