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........................
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 MAG 325CQRF QD E2 Documentation Quick Start Guide Accessories Stand with Screw(s)
Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective 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° 15° 100mm 30° 30°...
Monitor Overview Power Button & Navi Key Cable Routing Hole Kensington Lock Power Jack Headphone Jack...
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DisplayPort Supports 2560x1440@180Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a. HDMI™ Connector Supports HDMI™ CEC, 2560x1440@144Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.0b. ⚠ Important To ensure optimal performance and compatibility, please use only HDMI™ cables certified with the official HDMI™ logo when connecting this monitor. For more information, please visit https://www.hdmi.org/resource/cables.
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. 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 The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received: ∙ Night Vision ∙ Contrast AI Vision Color Temperature ∙ ∙ Low Blue Light PIP/PBP ∙ ∙ HDCR MPRT ∙ ∙ Brightness ∙ G.I. 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description...
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Smart Crosshair Icon None ∙ Through AI algorithm, this function enhances the visibility of in-game crosshair. ∙ Users can select the color and position of the crosshair. Color White Auto Position Reset Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description AI Vision ∙ AI Vision enhances image quality by optimizing the contrast of images and background brightness. ∙ Activating AI Vision will affect: Affected Function Function Status » Night Vision » Brightness Unable to select »...
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Adaptive-Sync ∙ Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing. ∙ When Adaptive-Sync is set to ON, it is mandatory to enable HDMI™ VRR. ∙ HDMI™ VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) synchronizes with Adaptive-Sync (ON/ OFF) and is disabled when Screen Size 16:10 is set to ON. ∙...
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description MPRT ∙ MPRT is available when the refresh rate is over 85Hz. ∙ Activating MPRT will affect: Affected Function Function Status » Response Time Unable to select » Brightness » Adaptive-Sync » HDCR Set to OFF »...
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Screen Size Auto ∙ Users can adjust Screen Size in any mode, any resolution and any screen refresh rate. ∙ Activating Screen Size 16:10 will affect: 16:9 Affected Function Function Status 16:10 » HDMI™ VRR Disabled ∙...
PIP/PBP 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description ∙ PIP (Picture in Picture) allows users to simultaneously display multiple video sources on Source HDMI™ 1 one screen. One program is displayed on the full screen at the same time as one or more other HDMI™...
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 PIP/PBP Mode Refresh Rate Info. On Screen Night Vision Settings 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu...
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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Power Button ∙ When set to OFF, users can press the power button to turn off the monitor. Standby ∙ When set to Standby, users can press the power button to turn off the panel and backlight. Info.
Specifications Monitor MAG 325CQRF QD E2 Size 31.5 inch Curvature Curve 1000R Panel Type Rapid VA Resolution 2560x1440 (WQHD) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness Typical SDR: 300 nits Contrast Ratio 3500:1 Refresh Rate 180Hz Response Time ∙ 1ms (MPRT) ∙ 0.5ms (GTG) ∙...
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Monitor MAG 325CQRF QD E2 Dimension (W x H x D) 704.6 x 467.0 x 280.9 mm Weight 07.55 Kg Gross 10.90 Kg Environment Operating ∙ Temperature: 0℃ to 40℃ ∙ Humidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensing ∙ Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m Storage ∙...
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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 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...
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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