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Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice iii Revision iii Technical Support iii Safety Instructions iv CE Conformity vi FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement vi WEEE Statement vii Chemical Substances Information vii RoHS Statement vii 1. OSD Setup 2-1 Navi Key 2-2 OSD Setup via Navi Key 2-5 Appendix A-1 Specifications A-2 Preset Display Modes A-4 Troubleshooting A-5 Getting Started 1-1 Package Contents 1-2 Installing the Monitor Stand 1-3 Adjusting the Monitor 1-4 Monitor Overview 1-5 Connecting the Monitor to PC 1-7 Wall Mounting (Optional 1-8 ii 2.
Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice iii Revision iii Technical Support iii Safety Instructions iv CE Conformity vi FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement vi WEEE Statement vii Chemical Substances Information vii RoHS Statement vii 1. OSD Setup 2-1 Navi Key 2-2 OSD Setup via Navi Key 2-5 Appendix A-1 Specifications A-2 Preset Display Modes A-4 Troubleshooting A-5 Getting Started 1-1 Package Contents 1-2 Installing the Monitor Stand 1-3 Adjusting the Monitor 1-4 Monitor Overview 1-5 Connecting the Monitor to PC 1-7 Wall Mounting (Optional 1-8 ii 2.
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...www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance. All other marks and names mentioned may be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of their respective owners. iii No warranty as to this document without prior notice. MSI reserves the right to make changes ...to accuracy or completeness is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. Revision Revision V1.1 Date 2018/08 Technical Support If a problem arises with your product and no solution can be trademarks of purchase or local distributor. The MSI logo used...
...www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance. All other marks and names mentioned may be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of their respective owners. iii No warranty as to this document without prior notice. MSI reserves the right to make changes ...to accuracy or completeness is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. Revision Revision V1.1 Date 2018/08 Technical Support If a problem arises with your product and no solution can be trademarks of purchase or local distributor. The MSI logo used...
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... used for future reference. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet. ◙◙ Always disconnect the power cord or switch the wall socket off if the device would be left unused for a certain time to remove the power plug. Never pour any liquid into the opening; Lay this device away from the plug. The ventilator on a reliable flat...
... used for future reference. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet. ◙◙ Always disconnect the power cord or switch the wall socket off if the device would be left unused for a certain time to remove the power plug. Never pour any liquid into the opening; Lay this device away from the plug. The ventilator on a reliable flat...
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... disassembly of parts and recycling and should have no screen time. Overuse of screens 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 the device checked by service personnel: ◙◙ The power cord or plug is...
... disassembly of parts and recycling and should have no screen time. Overuse of screens 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 the device checked by service personnel: ◙◙ The power cord or plug is...
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...digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the European Union. FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the harmonized standards for Information Technology Equipment published under Directives of Official Journal of the FCC Rules. Notice 2 Shielded interface cables and AC power cord... the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can be used in a residential installation. If this device may cause undesired operation. Notice 1 The changes or ...
...digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the European Union. FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the harmonized standards for Information Technology Equipment published under Directives of Official Journal of the FCC Rules. Notice 2 Shielded interface cables and AC power cord... the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses and can be used in a residential installation. If this device may cause undesired operation. Notice 1 The changes or ...
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DisplayPort Cable 7. USB Upstream Cable (to enable the audio jacks on the monitor) 9. Monitor 2. Power Adapter & Power Cord 5. Stand 3. Stand Base with Screw 4. Package Contents 1. HDMI Cable 6. Quick Start Guide 10. Y-type Audio Cable (to enable the USB ports on the monitor) 8. Warranty Card * Contact your place of purchase or local distributor if any of the items is damaged or missing. * Package contents may vary by country. 1-2
DisplayPort Cable 7. USB Upstream Cable (to enable the audio jacks on the monitor) 9. Monitor 2. Power Adapter & Power Cord 5. Stand 3. Stand Base with Screw 4. Package Contents 1. HDMI Cable 6. Quick Start Guide 10. Y-type Audio Cable (to enable the USB ports on the monitor) 8. Warranty Card * Contact your place of purchase or local distributor if any of the items is damaged or missing. * Package contents may vary by country. 1-2
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Fit the stand to secure the base. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to the monitor. 2. IMPORTANT Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to lock the stand in place. 3. Getting Started Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Push down the latch to avoid scratching the display panel. 1 2 Unlock Lock 1-3 3
Fit the stand to secure the base. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to the monitor. 2. IMPORTANT Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to lock the stand in place. 3. Getting Started Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Push down the latch to avoid scratching the display panel. 1 2 Unlock Lock 1-3 3
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Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities such as tilt, lift and swivel. IMPORTANT Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor. 25O 120mm 1-4 80O
Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities such as tilt, lift and swivel. IMPORTANT Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor. 25O 120mm 1-4 80O
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Turn off your Input Source at OSD menu and power on the monitor. (Figure D) 7. Connect the HDMI/DisplayPort cable from the monitor to the monitor power jack. (Figure B) 5. Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord. (Figure A) 4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure C) 6. Turn on the computer. B C 1-7 A D Connect the power adapter to your computer. 3. Select your computer. 2. Getting Started Connecting the Monitor to PC 1.
Turn off your Input Source at OSD menu and power on the monitor. (Figure D) 7. Connect the HDMI/DisplayPort cable from the monitor to the monitor power jack. (Figure B) 5. Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord. (Figure A) 4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure C) 6. Turn on the computer. B C 1-7 A D Connect the power adapter to your computer. 3. Select your computer. 2. Getting Started Connecting the Monitor to PC 1.
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... instructions to unlock the stand. 3. Wall Mounting (Optional) 1. Pull up the latch to mount the monitor onto the wall. IMPORTANT • Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel. • When mounting this monitor to the wall, be sure to keep it at a proper distance from the wall to the monitor. 6. Remove the pre-installed screws for VESA mount. 5. Install the wall mounting bracket to ensure effective ventilation. 1 4 1-8 2 5 Unlock Lock 3 6 Release the base screw...
... instructions to unlock the stand. 3. Wall Mounting (Optional) 1. Pull up the latch to mount the monitor onto the wall. IMPORTANT • Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel. • When mounting this monitor to the wall, be sure to keep it at a proper distance from the wall to the monitor. 6. Remove the pre-installed screws for VESA mount. 5. Install the wall mounting bracket to ensure effective ventilation. 1 4 1-8 2 5 Unlock Lock 3 6 Release the base screw...
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... current menu Input Source ■■ Press Middle Button to confirm selection and exit. ■■ Press Up and Down Buttons to select. ■■ Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit. Navi Key Middle Button Hot Key (When OSD menu is OFF) OSD Main Menu OSD Setup Basic Operations (When OSD menu is ON) ■■ Entering submenus ■■ Confirming a selection or setting...
... current menu Input Source ■■ Press Middle Button to confirm selection and exit. ■■ Press Up and Down Buttons to select. ■■ Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit. Navi Key Middle Button Hot Key (When OSD menu is OFF) OSD Main Menu OSD Setup Basic Operations (When OSD menu is ON) ■■ Entering submenus ■■ Confirming a selection or setting...
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... turn off the Refresh Rate. PIP/PBP ■■ Press Middle Button to confirm selection and exit. ■■ Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust. ■■ Press Left Button to turn on and Left Button to cancel preview and exit. More Hot Key options are as below. Users may enter the OSD Menu to cancel preview and exit. ■■ Brightness default...
... turn off the Refresh Rate. PIP/PBP ■■ Press Middle Button to confirm selection and exit. ■■ Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust. ■■ Press Left Button to turn on and Left Button to cancel preview and exit. More Hot Key options are as below. Users may enter the OSD Menu to cancel preview and exit. ■■ Brightness default...
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... users. RTS All items can be adjusted by users. Normal ■■ Users can be adjusted by users. ■■ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. ■■ Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your personal preferences. 2-5 hh GAMING 1st Level Menu Game Mode Black Tuner Response Time 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description User Default mode. Fastest ■■ When Screen Refresh Rate...
... users. RTS All items can be adjusted by users. Normal ■■ Users can be adjusted by users. ■■ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. ■■ Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your personal preferences. 2-5 hh GAMING 1st Level Menu Game Mode Black Tuner Response Time 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description User Default mode. Fastest ■■ When Screen Refresh Rate...
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... is adjustable in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any Mode. Users can select their own location. 15:00 00:01~99:59 30:00 45:00 60:00 Screen Assistance None ■■ Users can be adjusted ON/ OFF in OSD Menu. Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your Refresh Rate Location. ■■ This monitor follows and works at least 75Hz Screen Refresh Rate...
... is adjustable in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any Mode. Users can select their own location. 15:00 00:01~99:59 30:00 45:00 60:00 Screen Assistance None ■■ Users can be adjusted ON/ OFF in OSD Menu. Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your Refresh Rate Location. ■■ This monitor follows and works at least 75Hz Screen Refresh Rate...
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...; Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. ■■ Press the Middle Button to improve their acutance. ■■ Users can adjust HDCR in any Mode. (ON) ■■ HDCR enhances image quality by users. Users can adjust Image Enhancement in any Mode. Cinema All items can be adjusted by increasing the contrast of images. ■■ When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness...
...; Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. ■■ Press the Middle Button to improve their acutance. ■■ Users can adjust HDCR in any Mode. (ON) ■■ HDCR enhances image quality by users. Users can adjust Image Enhancement in any Mode. Cinema All items can be adjusted by increasing the contrast of images. ■■ When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness...
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... HDCR are available for Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 only. hh Input Source 1st Level Menu HDMI1 HDMI2 DP Description Users can adjust Input Source in any Mode. ■■ Sharpness improves clarity and details of Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 is 0. hh Image 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Brightness 0-100 ■■ Brightness default is 16:9. ■■ Users can adjust Screen Size in any mode, any resolution and any screen refresh rate. ■■ 19" and...
... HDCR are available for Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 only. hh Input Source 1st Level Menu HDMI1 HDMI2 DP Description Users can adjust Input Source in any Mode. ■■ Sharpness improves clarity and details of Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 is 0. hh Image 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Brightness 0-100 ■■ Brightness default is 16:9. ■■ Users can adjust Screen Size in any mode, any resolution and any screen refresh rate. ■■ 19" and...
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... on one screen. OSD Setup hh PIP/PBP only) (For Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description OFF PIP Source PIP Size Location HDMI1 HDMI2 DP Small Medium Large Left Top Right Top Left Bottom ■■ PIP (Picture in inset windows. ■■ PBP (Picture by Picture) is OFF. ■■ Display Switch allows users to switch between primary and secondary digital audio sources. Display Switch Right...
... on one screen. OSD Setup hh PIP/PBP only) (For Optix MPG27CQ / MPG27CQ2 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description OFF PIP Source PIP Size Location HDMI1 HDMI2 DP Small Medium Large Left Top Right Top Left Bottom ■■ PIP (Picture in inset windows. ■■ PBP (Picture by Picture) is OFF. ■■ Display Switch allows users to switch between primary and secondary digital audio sources. Display Switch Right...
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...; Language factory default is English. ■■ Users have to press the Middle Button to confirm and apply the Language setting. ■■ Language is On. Users can Reset and restore settings to On or Off. Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any Mode. RGB LED default is an independent setting. Users' own language setting will not be changed. 0~5 5-30s Analog Digital OFF ON YES NO Transparency default is 0. Audio Source default is 20s. Users can adjust Transparency in any Mode. OSD Time...
...; Language factory default is English. ■■ Users have to press the Middle Button to confirm and apply the Language setting. ■■ Language is On. Users can Reset and restore settings to On or Off. Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any Mode. RGB LED default is an independent setting. Users' own language setting will not be changed. 0~5 5-30s Analog Digital OFF ON YES NO Transparency default is 0. Audio Source default is 20s. Users can adjust Transparency in any Mode. OSD Time...
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Specifications Model Size Curvature Panel Type Resolution Aspect Ratio Brightness (nits) Contrast Ratio Refresh Rate Response Time Input Interface I/O A-2 View Angles NTSC / sRGB * Surface Treatment Display Colors Power Type Power Consumption (Typical) Power Input Power Output Adjustment (Tilt) Adjustment (Swivel) Adjustment (Height) Kensington Lock Optix MPG27C Optix MPG27CQ Optix MPG27CQ2 27 inch 1800R VA 1920 x 1080@144Hz 2560 x 1440@144Hz 16:9 250 400 3000:1 144Hz 1ms (MPRT) 4ms (GTG) HDMI x2, DP x1 ■■ USB 2.0 Type A x2 ■■ USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type...
Specifications Model Size Curvature Panel Type Resolution Aspect Ratio Brightness (nits) Contrast Ratio Refresh Rate Response Time Input Interface I/O A-2 View Angles NTSC / sRGB * Surface Treatment Display Colors Power Type Power Consumption (Typical) Power Input Power Output Adjustment (Tilt) Adjustment (Swivel) Adjustment (Height) Kensington Lock Optix MPG27C Optix MPG27CQ Optix MPG27CQ2 27 inch 1800R VA 1920 x 1080@144Hz 2560 x 1440@144Hz 16:9 250 400 3000:1 144Hz 1ms (MPRT) 4ms (GTG) HDMI x2, DP x1 ■■ USB 2.0 Type A x2 ■■ USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type...
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... signal cable connector. Press any video extension cables. ■■ Adjust brightness and contrast. ■■ Adjust RGB color or tune color temperature. ■■ Check if the monitor signal cable is not properly sized or centered. A-5 ■■ Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected. ■■ Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected. Refer to Preset Display Modes to set the computer to match the capabilities of your monitor. ■■ Update your graphics card drivers. ■■ Keep...
... signal cable connector. Press any video extension cables. ■■ Adjust brightness and contrast. ■■ Adjust RGB color or tune color temperature. ■■ Check if the monitor signal cable is not properly sized or centered. A-5 ■■ Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected. ■■ Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected. Refer to Preset Display Modes to set the computer to match the capabilities of your monitor. ■■ Update your graphics card drivers. ■■ Keep...
