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 Modern MD342CQP Monitor Modern MD342CQPW Documentation Quick Start Guide...
Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective packaging. Align and gently push the stand bracket towards the monitor groove until it locks in place. 2. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the screw to secure the base. 3.
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. ∙ The reserved pivot 5° is designed for adjusting the level imbalance of some tables. 110mm 30°...
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OSD Keys Power Button & 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. Kensington Lock Cable Routing Hole Power Jack Headphone Jack HDMI™...
Connecting the Monitor to PC 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Assemble the external power supply & power cord. (Figure A) 4. Connect the external power supply 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. OSD Keys The monitor comes with a set of OSD Keys that help to control the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
OSD Menus Modern MD342CQP Modern MD342CQPW ⚠ Important The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received: MPRT Contrast ∙ ∙ ∙ Low Blue Light ∙ Color Temperature ∙ HDCR ∙ sRGB ∙ Brightness...
Professional 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Mode ∙ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. User ∙ Press the E Button to confirm and apply your sRGB mode type. Anti-Blue ∙ Activating sRGB will affect: Movie Affected Function Function Status...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Eye-Q Check ∙ Select OFF to disable Eye-Q Check. Amsler Grid ∙ Select Amsler Grid to check your central vision field. Astigmatism ∙ Select Astigmatism to check your blurred vision. Posture Correction ∙ Select Posture Correction to improve your posture when sitting.
Image 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Brightness 0-100 ∙ Properly adjust Brightness according to the surrounding lighting. Contrast 0-100 ∙ Properly adjust Contrast to relax your eyes. Sharpness ∙ Sharpness improves clarity and details of images. Image Enhancement ∙...
PIP/PBP 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ∙ PIP (Picture in Picture) allows users to simultaneously display multiple video sources Source HDMI™1 on one screen. One program is displayed on the full screen at the same time as one or more HDMI™2 other programs are displayed in inset windows.
Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Enter ∙ All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menus. Left Brightness Right Mode Alarm Clock Input Source Refresh Rate Info. On Screen Audio Volume Settings 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Language...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description HDMI™ CEC ∙ HDMI™ CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) supports Sony PlayStation®, Nintendo® Switch™, Xbox Series X|S consoles and various audio-visual devices that are CEC-capable. ∙ If HDMI™ CEC is set to ON: • The monitor will automatically power on when the CEC device is turned on.
Specifications Modern MD342CQP Monitor Modern MD342CQPW Size 34 inch Curvature Curve 1500R Panel Type Resolution 3440x1440 (UWQHD) Aspect Ratio 21:9 Brightness 300 nits (typ.) Contrast Ratio 3500:1 120Hz Refresh Rate Response Time 1ms (MPRT) ∙ Headphone Jack x1 ∙ HDMI™ Connector x2 ∙...
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Modern MD342CQP Monitor Modern MD342CQPW ∙ Plate Type: 75 x 75 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) 808.6 x 424.1 x 250.6 mm...
Preset Display Modes ⚠ Important All information is subject to change without prior notice. Standard Default Mode Standard Resolution HDMI™ USB-C 2560x1440 @60Hz @120Hz UWQHD 3440x1440 @50Hz @60Hz @100Hz @120Hz Video Timing 720P Resolution 1080P @60Hz @120Hz 2160P @30Hz @60Hz 2560x1080p @60Hz @120Hz...
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PIP Mode (Not Support HDR) Standard Resolution HDMI™ USB-C 2560x1440 @60Hz @120Hz UWQHD 3440x1440 @50Hz @60Hz @100Hz @120Hz Video Timing 720P Resolution 1080P @60Hz @120Hz 2560x1080p @60Hz @120Hz PBP Mode (Not Support HDR) Standard Resolution HDMI™ USB-C 2560x1440 @60Hz Video Timing 720P Resolution Special EDID...
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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∙ If any of the following situations arises, get the device checked by service personnel: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has penetrated into the device. • The device has been exposed to moisture. • The device does not work well or you can not get it working according to the User Guide.
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...
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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