MSI MEG342CQDOLED 34.18" 1440p HDR 175 Hz Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor

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MEG Series
OLED Monitor
MEG 342C QD-OLED (3DC4)
User Guide
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Contents
Contents
Getting Started .............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents ................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Monitor Stand ................................................................................... 4
Installing the Rear I/O Cover .................................................................................. 5
Adjusting the Monitor ............................................................................................. 6
Monitor Overview .................................................................................................... 7
Connecting the Monitor to PC .............................................................................. 10
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................... 11
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 11
Hot Key .................................................................................................................. 11
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 12
G.I. ......................................................................................................................... 13
Gaming .................................................................................................................. 14
Professional .......................................................................................................... 16
Image .................................................................................................................... 16
Input Source ......................................................................................................... 17
PIP/PBP ................................................................................................................ 18
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 19
Setting ................................................................................................................... 19
MSI OLED Care ..................................................................................................... 22
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 24
Preset Display Modes ................................................................................................ 26
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 29
Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... 30
TÜV Rheinland Certification....................................................................................... 32
Regulatory Notices ..................................................................................................... 33
Revision
V1.1, 2023/05
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Getting Started
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 MEG 342C QD-OLED
Documentation Quick Start Guide
Accessories
Stand with Screw(s)
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Mouse Bungee
Rear I/O Cover
Stand Cover
Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s)
Power Cord
Cables
DisplayPort Cable (Optional)
Ultra High Speed HDMI™ Cable (Optional)
USB Type-C Cable (Optional)
USB Upstream Cable (Optional)
(for USB Type-B Upstream Port)
3.5mm Combo Audio Cable (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.
The included power cord is exclusively for this monitor and should not be used with
other products.
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Getting Started
Installing the Monitor Stand
1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand to the monitor
groove. Tighten the stand with screws.
2. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the screw to secure the base.
3. Align and push the stand cover towards the monitor groove until it locks in place.
4. Make sure the stand assembly is properly installed before setting the monitor
upright.
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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.
This product comes with NO protective film to be removed by the user! Any
mechanical damages to the product including removal of the polarizing film may
affect the warranty!
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Getting Started
Installing the Rear I/O Cover
Install the accompanied rear I/O cover as shown below.
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Getting Started
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.
100 mm
-5° 20°
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Monitor Overview
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Microphone
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Light Sensor
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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.
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Macro Key
To activate OSD Application.
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Navi Key
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Power Button
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HDMI™ Connector
Supports HDMI™ CEC, 3440x1440@175Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.1.
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HDMI™ Connector
Supports 3440x1440@175Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.1.
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DisplayPort
Supports 3440x1440@175Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
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USB Type-C Port
This port supports DisplayPort Alternate
(DP Alt) Mode and up to 20V/3.25A (65W)
power delivery.
USB Type-C
Power Delivery
5V / 3A (15W)
9V / 3A (27W)
12V / 3A (36W)
15V / 3A (45W)
20V / 3.25A (65W)
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B Upstream Port
For USB Upstream Cable.
Important
Check the package for USB Upstream
Cable and connect it to the PC and
monitor. Once this cable is connected, the
USB Type-A Downstream Ports on the
monitor will be ready for use.
To PC
To Monitor
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port
This connector is provided for USB peripheral devices. (Speed up to 5 Gbps)
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Combo Audio Jack
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Kensington Lock
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Microphone Jack
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Headphone Jack
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Getting Started
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. Turn on the monitor. (Figure C)
6. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source.
A
B
C
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OSD Setup
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)
entering submenus
confirming a selection or setting
Hot Key
Users may enter into preset 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.
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OSD Menus
OSD Menus
Important
The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received:
Night Vision
Low Blue Light
Brightness
Contrast
Color Temperature
Optix Scope
Auto Brightness Control
Ambient RGB Light
PIP/PBP
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OSD Menus
G.I.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Auto
Brightness
Control
OFF Through the internal Light Sensor
and AI (Artificial Intelligence)
algorithm, this function detects the
ambient light and automatically sets
the monitor to optimal brightness for
users.
Customize allows users to adjust the
auto brightness curve.
Activating Auto Brightness Control
will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Brightness Unable to select
Auto
Customize
Ambient RGB
Light
OFF Through the internal RGB Sensor and
AI algorithm, this function detects
the ambient color temperature and
presents the best light effects synced
to the environment.
Activating Ambient RGB Light will
affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Low Blue Light Set to OFF
» Color Temperature Unable to select
ON
Sound Tune OFF Through the internal digital array
microphone and AI algorithm,
this function enables Active Noise
Cancellation (ANC) technology.
For Sound Tune to properly work,
the computer needs to be connected
to the USB Upstream port of the
monitor.
ON
KVM Auto Auto allows the monitor to
automatically switch between USB
input sources, such as keyboards,
mice or other USB devices.
Users can also designate Upstream
port or USB Type-C as the only USB
signal source.
Upstream
Type C
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OSD Menus
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
Red
Auto
Position
Reset
Optix Scope Scope
Size
Small The center point will zoom in when
Optix Scope is enabled, user can
adjust the details through the “Scope
Size” and “Scope Ratio” settings.
Smart Crosshair and Optix Scope can
be enabled at the same time.
Activating Optix Scope will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Adaptive-Sync
» PIP/PBP
Set to OFF
» Screen Size 1:1 Set to Auto
Medium
Large
Scope
Ratio
x1.5
x2
x4
OFF
ON
Gaming
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Game Mode Premium Color Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode effects.
Press the OK Button to confirm and
apply your mode type.
User
FPS
Racing
RTS
RPG
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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Night Vision OFF This function optimizes background
brightness and is recommended for
FPS games.
Normal
Strong
Strongest
A.I.
Refresh Rate Location Left Top Location is adjustable in OSD Menu.
Press the OK Button to confirm and
apply your Refresh Rate Location.
This monitor follows and works at the
Operating System’s preset Screen
Refresh Rate.
Right Top
Left Bottom
Right
Bottom
Customize
OFF
ON
Alarm Clock Location Left Top After setting the time, press the OK
Button to activate the timer.
Users have to manually restore their
preset Alarm Clock after any AC
power loss and reconnection.
Right Top
Left Bottom
Right
Bottom
Customize
OFF
15:00 00:01 ~
99:59
30:00
45:00
60:00
Adaptive-Sync OFF Adaptive-Sync prevents screen
tearing.
Activating Adaptive-Sync will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Screen Size 1:1 Set to Auto
» PIP/PBP
» Optix Scope
Set to OFF
ON
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OSD Menus
Professional
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Pro Mode Eco Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode effects.
Press the OK Button to confirm and apply
your mode type.
User
Anti-Blue
Movie
Office
sRGB
Adobe RGB
Display P3
Low Blue Light OFF Low Blue Light protects your eyes against
blue light. When enabled, Low Blue Light
adjusts the screen color temperature to a
more yellow glow.
When Pro Mode is set to Anti-Blue, it is
mandatory to enable Low Blue Light.
This monitor is a Low Blue Light monitor
which will decrease the blue light emitted
without adjusting the OSD settings.
Activating Low Blue Light will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Ambient RGB Light Set to OFF
ON
Image
Enhancement
OFF Image Enhancement enhances image
edges to improve their acutance.
Weak
Medium
Strong
Strongest
Image
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Brightness 0-100 Properly adjust Brightness according
to the surrounding lighting.
Contrast 0-100 Properly adjust Contrast to relax your
eyes.
Sharpness 0-5 Sharpness improves clarity and
details of images.
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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Color
Temperature
Cool Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode effects.
Press the OK Button to confirm and
apply your mode type.
Users can adjust Color Temperature
in Customization mode.
Normal
Warm
Customization R (0-100)
G (0-100)
B (0-100)
Screen Size Auto Users can adjust Screen Size in any
mode, any resolution and any screen
refresh rate.
Activating Screen Size 1:1 will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Adaptive-Sync
» Optix Scope
» PIP/PBP
Set to OFF
4:3
16:9
21:9
1:1
DisplayHDR True Black 400 Users can set the DisplayHDR to True
Black 400 or Peak 1000 nits.
Peak 1000 nits
Input Source
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
HDMI™ 1 Users can adjust Input Source in any mode.
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
Auto Scan OFF 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;
While “No Signal” message box is shown
on the monitor.
ON
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OSD Menus
PIP/PBP
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
OFF PIP (Picture in Picture) allows users
to simultaneously display multiple
video sources on one screen. One
program is displayed on the full
screen at the same time as one or
more other programs are displayed in
inset windows.
PBP (Picture by Picture) is a similar
feature that displays two input
sources side-by-side on the screen.
Display Switch allows users to switch
between primary and secondary input
sources.
If there is only one signal input, the
Display Switch and Audio Switch will
be grayed out.
Users can adjust the ratio of window
division by switching mode 1/ 2.
Activating PIP/PBP will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
» Adaptive-Sync
» Optix Scope
» HDMI™ CEC
Set to OFF
» Screen Size 1:1 Set to Auto
» DisplayHDR
» HDMI™ 2.1
Unable to select
PIP Source HDMI™ 1
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
PIP Size Small
Medium
Large
Location Left Top
Right Top
Left Bottom
Right
Bottom
Customize
Display Switch
Audio Switch
PBP Mode 1
Mode 2
Source 1 HDMI™ 1
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
Source 2 HDMI™ 1
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
Display Switch
Audio Switch
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OSD Menus
Navi Key
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Up
Down
Left
Right
OFF All Navi Key items can be adjusted via
OSD Menus.
Brightness
Game Mode
Smart Crosshair
Alarm Clock
Input Source
PIP/PBP Mode
Refresh Rate
Info. On Screen
Night Vision
Optix Scope
KVM
Setting
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.
Language is an independent setting.
Users’ own language setting will
override the factory default. When
users set Reset to Yes, Language will
not be changed.
English
Français
Deutsch
Italiano
Español
한국어
日本語
Русский
Português
简体中文
Bahasa Indonesia
Türkçe
(More languages
coming soon)
Transparency 0~5 Users can adjust Transparency in any
mode.
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OSD Menus
1st Level
Menu
2nd Level Menu Description
OSD Time Out 5~30s Users can adjust OSD Time Out in
any mode.
Audio Source Analog Make sure the audio cable is well
connected between monitor and
computer before selecting Analog
Source.
Digital
SpectrumBar OFF Users can adjust SpectrumBar to
MSI - Mystic Light, MSI - Glow Sync
or OFF.
MSI - Mystic Light
MSI - Glow Sync
RGB Brightness 20% Users can adjust RGB Brightness.
40%
60%
80%
100%
Power Button OFF When set to OFF, users can press the
power button to turn off the monitor.
Standby When set to Standby, users can press
the power button to turn off the panel
and backlight.
Info. On
Screen
OFF The information of the monitor status
will be shown on the right side of the
screen.
ON
HDMI™ 2.1 Console To reach maximum resolution of
3440x1440@175Hz, users have to set
HDMI™ 2.1 to PC.
PC
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OSD Menus
1st Level
Menu
2nd Level Menu Description
HDMI™ CEC OFF HDMI™ CEC (Consumer Electronics
Control) supports Sony PlayStation®,
Nintendo® Switch™, Xbox Series X|S
consoles and various audio-visual
devices that are CEC-capable.
If HDMI™ CEC is set to ON:
The monitor will automatically
power on when the CEC device is
turned on.
The CEC device will enter power
saving mode when the monitor is
turned off.
When Sony PlayStation®, Nintendo®
Switch™, or Xbox Series X|S
console is connected, Game Mode
and Pro Mode will be automatically
set to default modes and can be
adjusted to users’ preferred modes
later.
ON
Type C PD
Charge
OFF Type-C PD Charge enables users to
charge their devices through a USB
Type-C connector, which can deliver
up to 65W (20V/3.25A).
ON
Reset YES Users can Reset and restore settings
to original OSD Default in any mode.
NO
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OSD Menus
MSI OLED Care
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Pixel Shift Slow Pixel Shift moves the pixels of your
screen at regular intervals to reduce
the possibility of screen burn-in or
image retention.
Normal
Fast
Panel Protect Short Time To maintain panel image quality,
panel protect (short time) function
will automatically activate when
monitor using over 4 hours.
This protect function may take
several minutes to complete.
The power indicator will blink orange
color until process done.
During process executing, please
do not unplug the power cord from
monitor.
During process executing, press
power button again to cancel this
function.
Long Time To maintain panel image quality,
panel protect (long time) function will
automatically activate when monitor
using over 1,500 hours.
This protect function may take an
hour to complete.
The power indicator will blink white
color until process done.
You may see a line scrolling on the
screen during the process, which is
normal and not a malfunction.
During process executing, please
do not unplug the power cord from
monitor.
During process executing, press
power button again to cancel this
function.
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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Static Screen
Detection
OFF If Static Screen Detection is set to ON:
When detecting static visuals over
long periods of time, the monitor
reduces brightness to prevent
screen burn-in.
Once detecting moving visuals,
the monitor restores its previous
brightness setting.
ON
Starting
in
50 Sec Starting in detects the time a static
image remains on the screen.
100 Sec
Time
required
120 Sec Time required specifies the time for
brightness reduction after detecting a
static image for 50/100 seconds.
The brightness reduction level
depends on the setting of Reducing
Level.
240 Sec
Reducing
Level
1-7 Users can select a level for
brightness reduction.
Reducing effect depends on
Brightness/DisplayHDR setting.
OLED Panel Info. This field shows the information of
MSI OLED Care.
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Specifications
Specifications
Monitor MEG 342C QD-OLED
Size 34 inch
Curvature 1800R
Panel Type OLED
Resolution 3440 x 1440 (UWQHD)
Aspect Ratio 21:9
Brightness
SDR: 250 nits (typ.)
HDR Peak: 1000 nits
Contrast Ratio 1000000:1
Refresh Rate 175Hz
Response Time 0.03ms (GTG)
I/O
HDMI™ Connector x 2
DisplayPort x 1
USB Type-C Port x 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B Upstream Port x1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port x4
Headphone Jack x1
Microphone Jack x1
Combo Audio Jack x 1
View Angles 178°(H) , 178°(V)
DCI-P3*/ sRGB 99.3%/ 139.1%
Surface Treatment Anti-Reflection
Display Colors 1.07B (10 bits)
Monitor Power Options 100~240Vac, 50/60Hz, 3.5A
Power Consumption
(Typical)
Power On < 280W
Standby < 0.5W
Power Off < 0.3W
Adjustment (Height) 0 ~ 100mm
Adjustment (Tilt) -5° ~ 20°
Adjustment (Swivel)
Adjustment (Pivot)
Kensington Lock Yes
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Specifications
* Based on CIE1976 test standards.
Monitor MEG 342C QD-OLED
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) 814.3 x 463.4 x 292.6 mm
Weight
Net 9.3 kg
Gross 13.9 kg
Environment
Operating
Temperature: 0℃ to 40℃
Humidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensing
Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m
Storage
Temperature: -20℃ to 60℃
Humidity: 10% to 90%, non-condensing
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Preset Display Modes
Preset Display Modes
Important
All information is subject to change without prior notice.
Standard Resolution
MEG 342C QD-OLED
HDMI™ DP Type-C
VGA 640x480 @60Hz V V V
@67Hz V V V
@72Hz V V V
@75Hz V V V
SVGA 800x600 @56Hz V V V
@60Hz V V V
@72Hz V V V
@75Hz V V V
XGA 1024x768 @60Hz V V V
@70Hz V V V
@75Hz V V V
SXGA 1280x1024 @60Hz V V V
@75Hz V V V
WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz V V V
WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz V V V
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V V V
QHD 2560x1440 @60Hz V V V
@120Hz V V V
UWQHD 3440x1440 @50Hz V
@60Hz V * V V
@100Hz V V V
@144Hz V * V V
@175Hz V * V V
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Preset Display Modes
Standard Resolution
MEG 342C QD-OLED
HDMI™ DP Type-C
Video
Timing
Resolution
480P V V V
576P V V V
720P V V V
1080P @60Hz V V V
@120Hz V V V
2160P @30Hz V
@50Hz V
@60Hz V
@120Hz V
* Users have to set HDMI™ 2.1 to PC.
Standard Resolution
PIP Mode w/o HDR
HDMI™ DP Type-C
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V V V
QHD 2560x1440 @60Hz V V V
WUQHD 3440x1440 @50Hz V
@60Hz V V V
Video
Timing
Resolution
480P V V V
576P V V V
720P V V V
1080P @60Hz V V V
2160P @30Hz V V
@50Hz V V
@60Hz V V
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Preset Display Modes
Standard Resolution
PBP Mode 1 w/o HDR
HDMI™ DP Type-C
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V V V
Video
Timing
Resolution
480P V V V
576P V V V
720P V V V
1080P @60Hz V V V
2160P @30Hz V V
@50Hz V V
@60Hz V V
Used for
PBP Full
Screen
860x1440 @60Hz V V V
2580x1440 @60Hz V V V
Standard Resolution
PBP Mode 2 w/o HDR
HDMI™ DP Type-C
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V V V
QHD 2560x1440 @60Hz V
Video
Timing
Resolution
480P V V V
576P V V V
720P V V V
1080P @60Hz V V V
2160P @30Hz V V
@50Hz V V
@60Hz V V
Used for
PBP Full
Screen
1720x1440 @60Hz V V V
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Troubleshooting
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.
Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
The computer may be in Standby mode. Press any key to activate the monitor.
The screen image is not properly sized or centered.
Refer to Preset Display Modes to set the computer to a setting suitable for the
monitor to display.
No Plug & Play.
Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected.
Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
Check if the computer and graphics card are Plug & Play compatible.
The icons, font or screen are fuzzy, blurry or have color problems.
Avoid using any video extension cables.
Adjust brightness and contrast.
Adjust RGB color or tune color temperature.
Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
Check for bent pins on the signal cable connector.
The monitor starts flickering or shows waves.
Change the refresh rate to match the capabilities of your monitor.
Update your graphics card drivers.
Keep the monitor away from electrical devices that may cause electromagnetic
interference (EMI).
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.
All cautions and warnings on the device or User Guide should be noted.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Power
Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and has been adjusted
properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the device to the power outlet.
If the power cord comes with a 3-pin plug, do not disable the protective earth pin
from the plug. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
Please confirm the power distribution system in the installation site shall provide
the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum).
Always disconnect the power cord or switch the wall socket off if the device would
be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.
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.
Battery
Please take special precautions because this device comes with a battery.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or
cutting of a battery, which can result in an explosion.
Avoid leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature or extremely low air
pressure environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable
liquid or gas.
Do not ingest battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause
severe internal burns and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away
from children.
European Union:
Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of as
unsorted household waste. Please use the public collection system to
return, recycle, or treat them in compliance with the local regulations.
BSMI:
廢電池請回收
For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected
separately for recycling or special disposal.
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Safety Instructions
California, USA:
The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires
special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.
For further information please visit: https://dtsc.ca.gov/perchlorate/
Environment
To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device on a soft, unsteady surface or obstruct its air ventilators.
Use this device only on a hard, flat and steady surface.
To prevent the device from tipping over, secure the device to a desk, wall or fixed
object with an anti-tip fastener that helps to properly support the device and keep it
safe in place.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, keep this device away from humidity and high
temperature.
Do not leave the device in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature
above 60℃ or below -20℃, which may damage the device.
The maximum operating temperature is around 40℃.
When cleaning the device, be sure to remove the power plug. Use a piece of soft
cloth rather than industrial chemical to clean the device. Never pour any liquid into
the opening; that could damage the device or cause electric shock.
Always keep strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the device.
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.
The device has dropped and damaged.
The device has obvious sign of breakage.
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TÜV Rheinland Certification
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.
Place the screen 20 – 28 inches (50 – 70 cm) away from your eyes and a little below
eye level.
Consciously blinking the eyes every now and then will help to reduce eye strain after
extended screen time.
Take breaks for 20 minutes every 2 hours.
Look away from the screen and gaze at a distant object for at least 20 seconds
during breaks.
Make stretches to relieve body fatigue or pain during breaks.
Turn on the optional Low Blue Light function.
TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
TÜV Rheinland has tested this product to
ascertain whether the display produces visible
and invisible flicker for the human eye and
therefore strains the eyes of users.
TÜV Rheinland has defined a catalogue of
tests, which sets out minimum standards
at various frequency ranges. The test catalogue is based on internationally
applicable standards or standards common within the industry and exceeds these
requirements.
The product has been tested in the laboratory according to these criteria.
The keyword “Flicker Free” confirms that the device has no visible and invisible
flicker defined in this standard within the range of 0 - 3000 Hz under various
brightness settings.
The display will not support Flicker Free when Anti Motion Blur/MPRT is enabled.
(The availability of Anti Motion Blur/MPRT varies by products.)
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Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Notices
CE Conformity
This device complies with the requirements set out in the Council
Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States
relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2014/30/EU), Low-voltage
Directive (2014/35/EU), ErP Directive (2009/125/EC) and RoHS directive
(2011/65/EU). This product has been tested and found to comply with the harmonized
standards for Information Technology Equipment published under Directives of Official
Journal of the European Union.
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the measures listed below:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply
with the emission limits.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
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
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Regulatory Notices
WEEE Statement
Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment, Directive 2012/19/EU, products of “electrical and
electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore
and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to
take back such products at the end of their useful life.
Chemical Substances Information
In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH
Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the
Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:
https://csr.msi.com/global/index
RoHS Statement
Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration
A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, mandates
that manufacturers provide material declarations for certain categories of electronic
products offered for sale after July 1, 2006.
https://csr.msi.com/global/Japan-JIS-C-0950-Material-Declarations
India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-waste (Management and Handling) Rule 2016”
and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls
or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and 0.01
weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.
Turkey EEE Regulation
Conforms to the EEE Regulations of the Republic Of Turkey
Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances
The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation, approved by
the Resolution of Cabinet of Ministry of Ukraine as of 10 March 2017, № 139, in terms
of restrictions for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment.
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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Regulatory Notices
Green Product Features
Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by
Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health
Easily dismantled and recycled
Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling
Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades
Reduced solid waste production through take-back policy
Environmental Policy
The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and
recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life.
Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for
recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further
recycling information.
Users may also reach us at [email protected] for information regarding proper
disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly of MSI products.
Warning!
Overuse of screens is likely to affect eyesight.
Recommendations:
1. Take a 10-minute break for every 30 minutes of screen time.
2. Children under 2 years of age should have no screen time. For children aged 2
years and over, screen time should be limited to less than one hour per day.
Copyright and Trademarks Notice
Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is
a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names
mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy
or completeness is expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to
this document without prior notice.
The terms HDMI™, HDMI™ High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI™ Trade dress
and the 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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