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 274QF, MAG 274QF X24 Documentation Quick Start Guide Accessories Stand...
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. Align and gently push the cable organizer towards the stand until it locks in place. 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. ● -5° 20°...
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Power Button & Navi Key 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. DisplayPort Supports 2560x1440@180Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a. HDMI™...
Connecting the Monitor to PC 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Connect the power cord to the monitor power jack. (Figure A) 4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (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: ●...
The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received: Night Vision Brightness ● ● MPRT Contrast ● ● Low Blue Light Color Temperature ● ● HDCR PIP/PBP (MAG 274QF X24) ● ● AI Vision sRGB Mode ● ●...
85Hz. ● Activating MPRT will affect: Affected Function Function Status » Response Time Unable to select » Brightness » Adaptive-Sync » HDCR Set to OFF » AI Vision » PIP/PBP (MAG 274QF X24) » Screen Size Set to Auto...
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00:01 ~ 99:59 30:00 45:00 60:00 Smart Crosshair Icon None ● Through AI algorithm, this function enhances (MAG 274QF) the visibility of in-game crosshair. ● Users can select the color and position of the crosshair. Color White Auto Position Reset...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Screen Assistance Icon None ● Users can adjust Screen Assistance in any (MAG 274QF X24) mode. Color White Position Reset Adaptive-Sync ● Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing. ● Activating Adaptive-Sync will affect: Affected Function Function Status »...
Unable to select » Brightness » Adaptive-Sync » HDCR Set to OFF » AI Vision » PIP/PBP (MAG 274QF X24) » Screen Size Set to Auto Image Enhancement ● Image Enhancement enhances image edges to improve their acutance. Weak Medium...
● Users can adjust Screen Size in any mode, any resolution and any screen refresh rate. ● Screen size 16:10 supports Adaptive-Sync, but 16:9 not VRR. ● Activating Screen Size 1:1 will affect: 16:10 (MAG 274QF) Affected Function Function Status » PIP/PBP Set to OFF ⚠...
PIP/PBP (MAG 274QF X24) 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 other HDMI™2...
● All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menus. Down Brightness Left Game Mode Right Smart Crosshair (MAG 274QF) Screen Assistance (MAG 274QF X24) Alarm Clock Input Source PIP/PBP (MAG 274QF X24) Refresh Rate Info. On Screen Night Vision Settings...
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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Info. On Screen ● The information of the monitor status will be shown on the right side of the screen. 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.
Important ⚠ All information is subject to change without prior notice. ● HDMI™ VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) synchronizes with Adaptive-Sync (ON/ OFF). For ● VRR ON/OFF status, please check Adaptive-Sync. MAG 274QF Standard Default Mode Standard Resolution HDMI™ 640x480 @60Hz...
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Standard Resolution HDMI™ Video Timing Resolution 480P 576P 720P 1080P @50Hz @60Hz @120Hz 2160P @50Hz @60Hz HDMI™ VRR Used for PS5 VRR Screen Size 16:10 (Not Support HDR) Standard Resolution HDMI™ 640x480 @60Hz @67Hz @72Hz @75Hz Dos-Mode 720x480 @60Hz 720x576 @50Hz SVGA 800x600...
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.
HDMI™ Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI™ Licensing Administrator, Inc. 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.
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