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 242F MAG 272F Documentation Quick Start Guide Accessories...
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 base 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 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. Navi Key Power Button Kensington Lock Cable Organizer Power Jack DisplayPort Supports 1920x1080@200Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.2a.
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: ●...
OSD Menus Important ⚠ The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received: Night Vision Contrast ● ● MPRT Color Temperature ● ● Low Blue Light AI Vision ● ● HDCR sRGB Mode ● ● Brightness ● Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu...
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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description AI Vision ● A.I. Vision enhances image quality by optimizing the contrast of images and background brightness. ● Activating A.I. Vision will affect: Affected Function Function Status » Night Vision » HDCR Unable to select »...
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Screen Assistance Icon None ● Users can adjust Screen Assistance in any mode. Adaptive-Sync ● Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing. ● When Adaptive-Sync is set to ON, it is mandatory to enable HDMI™ VRR*. ●...
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 »...
Input Source 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDMI™ ● Users can adjust Input Source in any mode. Auto Scan ● Users can use the Navi Key to select Input Source at below status: ● While “Auto Scan” is set to “OFF” with the monitor at power saving mode;...
Settings 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Language 繁體中文 ● Users have to press the OK Button to confirm and apply the Language setting. English ● Language is an independent setting. Users’ own Français language setting will override the factory default. When users set Reset to Yes, Language will not be changed.
Preset Display Modes Important ⚠ All information is subject to change without prior notice. Standard Resolution HDMI™ 640x480 @60Hz @67Hz @72Hz @75Hz SVGA 800x600 @56Hz @60Hz @72Hz @75Hz 1024x768 @60Hz @70Hz @75Hz SXGA 1280x1024 @60Hz @75Hz Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz @85Hz @120Hz @165Hz...
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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