Optix Series

1 Optix Series LCD Monitor Optix MAG274 QRF (3CA8). Optix MAG274 QRF-QD (3CA8). Contents Getting 3. Package 3. Installing the Monitor 4. Adjusting the 5. Monitor 6. Connecting the Monitor to 8. OSD 9. Navi 9. Hot 9. OSD 10. 10. 12. 13. Input 14. Navi 14. 15. 17. Preset Display 19. 20. Safety 21. Regulatory 22. Revision , 2020/10. 2 Contents Getting Started 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 Optix MAG274 QRF / Optix MAG274 QRF-QD.

2 Quick Start Guide Registration Card Documentation Warranty Card MSI Reward Program Card Stand with Screw(s). Accessories Stand Base with Screw(s). Power Adapter & Power Cord HDMI Cable (Optional). DisplayPort Cable (Optional). Cables USB Upstream Cable (for USB Type B Upstream Port). (Optional). Important Contact your place of purchase or local distributor if any of the items is damaged or missing. Package contents may vary by country. Getting Started 3. Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand bracket to the monitor groove.

3 2. Tighten the stand bracket with screws. 3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base. 4. Make sure the stand assembly is properly installed before setting the monitor upright. Important Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel. Do not use any sharp objects on the panel. The groove for installing the stand bracket can also be used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit. 2. 3. 1. 4 Getting Started Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities.

4 Important Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor. Please slightly tilt the monitor backwards before pivoting it. O O. -5 20. 100mm O O. 90 90. O O. 75 75. Getting Started 5. Monitor Overview 1 2. 3 4. 5 6 6 7 8 9 10 10 11. 6 Getting Started Macro Key 1. To activate OSD. 2 Power Button 3 Navi Key 4 Kensington Lock 5 DisplayPort 6 HDMI Port USB Type-C Port 7. This port supports DisplayPort Alternate (DP Alt) Mode and up to 5V/3A. (15W) power delivery. It only carries video signals and doesn't support data transmission function. 8 Headphone Jack USB Type B Upstream Port 9.

5 For USB Upstream Cable. Important To Monitor Check the package for USB Upstream Cable and connect it to the PC and monitor. Once this cable is connected, the USB Type A To PC. Downstream Ports on the monitor will be ready for use. 10 USB Type A Port 11 Power Jack Getting Started 7. Connecting the Monitor to PC. 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord. (Figure A). 4. Connect the power adapter to the monitor power jack. (Figure B). 5. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure C).

6 6. Turn on the monitor. (Figure D). 7. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source. B. D. C. A. 8 Getting Started 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: selecting function menus and items adjusting function values entering into/exiting from function menus Press (OK): launching the On-Screen Display (OSD).

7 Entering submenus confirming a selection or setting Hot Key Users may enter into Game Mode, Screen Assistance, Alarm Clock and Input Source function menus by moving the Navi Key up, down, left or right when the OSD menu is inactive. Users may customize their own Hot Keys to enter into different function menus. OSD Setup 9. OSD Menus Gaming 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Game Mode User All items can be adjusted by users. FPS Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects. Racing Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type. RTS. RPG. Night Vision OFF This function optimizes background brightness and is recommended for Normal FPS games.

8 Strong Strongest Response Time Normal Users can adjust Response Time in any mode. Fast Response Time will be grayed out while Anti Motion Blur is enabled. Fastest Response Time have to set to Fast after Anti Motion Blur is disabled. 10 OSD Menus 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Anti Motion OFF When Anti Motion Blur is enabled, Blur HDCR and Brightness cannot be ON enabled and will be grayed out. Response time will be grayed out while Anti Motion Blur is enabled. Anti Motion Blur has to be disabled while Adaptive-Sync is set to ON. Refresh Rate Location Left Top Users can adjust Refresh Rate in any mode.

9 Right Top Default Refresh Rate Location is Left Left Top. Location is adjustable in Bottom OSD Menu. Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your Refresh Rate Right Location. Bottom This monitor follows and works at the OFF Operating System's preset Screen Refresh Rate. ON. Alarm Clock Location Left Top Users can adjust Alarm Clock in any mode. Right Top After setting the time, press the OK. Left Button to activate the timer. Bottom Default Alarm Clock Location is Left Top. Users can select their own Right location. Bottom Customize OFF. 15:00 00:01 ~. 99:59. 30:00. 45:00. 60:00.

10 Screen None Users can adjust Screen Assistance Assistance in any mode. Icon Screen Assistance default is None. Position Reset OSD Menus 11. 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description Adaptive-Sync OFF Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing. ON. DisplayPort or HDMI default is OFF. and can be adjusted ON/OFF in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any screen refresh rate. Anti Motion Blur will be disabled if Adaptive-Sync is enabled. Professional 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description Pro Mode User Default mode is User. Reader All items can be adjusted by users. Use Up or Down Button to select and Cinema preview mode effects.