Contents Getting Started ......................3 Package Contents ....................3 Installing the Monitor Stand ................... 4 Adjusting the Monitor ..................... 6 Monitor Overview ....................8 Connecting the Monitor to PC ................11 OSD Setup ........................12 Navi Key ........................ 12 Hot Key ........................12 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 255XF MAG 255PXF Documentation Quick Start Guide Accessories...
MAG 255XF 1. Leave the monitor in its protective packaging. Align and gently push the stand bracket towards the monitor groove until it locks in place.
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MAG 255PXF 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. ∙ Please slightly tilt the monitor backwards before pivoting it. MAG 255XF -5° 20°...
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MAG 255PXF Power Button & Navi Key Kensington Lock Power Jack HDMI™ Connector Supports HDMI™ CEC, 1920x1080@240Hz 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.
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HDMI™ Connector Supports 1920x1080@240Hz 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. DisplayPort Supports 1920x1080@300Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a. Headphone Jack Cable Organizer Cable Routing Hole...
3. Connect the power cord to the monitor power jack. (Figure A) 4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure B) 5. Turn on the monitor. (Figure C) 6. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source. MAG 255XF MAG 255PXF...
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 HDCR ∙ ∙ AI Vision Brightness ∙ ∙ MPRT Contrast ∙ ∙ Low Blue Light Color Temperature ∙ ∙ sRGB ∙ 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 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 Adaptive-Sync ∙...
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDCR ∙ HDCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast of images. ∙ Activating HDCR will affect: Affected Function Function Status » Brightness Unable to select » MPRT Set to OFF MPRT ∙ MPRT is available when the refresh rate is over 85Hz. ∙...
Input Source 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description HDMI™1 ∙ Users can adjust Input Source in any mode. HDMI™2 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.
Specifications Monitor MAG 255XF MAG 255PXF Size 24.5 inch Curvature Flat Panel Type Rapid IPS Resolution 1920x1080 (FHD) Aspect Ratio 16:9 SDR Brightness (nits) 1000:1 Contrast Ratio Refresh Rate 300 Hz Response Time ∙ 1ms (MPRT) ∙ 0.5ms (GTG) ∙ 1 x DisplayPort ∙...
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Monitor MAG 255XF MAG 255PXF 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) 557.1 x 418.5 x 220.1 mm...
Preset Display Modes ⚠ 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. Standard Resolution HDMI™ 640x480 @60Hz @67Hz @72Hz @75Hz 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.
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