MSI G242C User Manual
MSI G242C Manual
 |
View all MSI G242C manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
MSI G242C manual content summary:
- MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 1
G Series LCD Monitor G242C (3BB3) User Guide - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 2
...9 Hot Key...9 OSD Menus...10 Gaming...10 Professional...12 Image...14 Input Source...14 Navi Key...15 Setting...15 Specifications...17 Preset Display Modes 19 Troubleshooting...20 Safety Instructions...21 TÜV Rheinland Certification 23 Regulatory Notices...24 Revision V1.0, 2022/04 2 Contents - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 3
holding the devices and use a grounded wrist strap to avoid static electricity. Package Contents Monitor G242C Documentation Quick Start Guide Stand with Screw(s) Stand Base with Screw(s) Accessories Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s) Power Cord External Power Supply Cables DisplayPort - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 4
Installing the Monitor Stand 1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand bracket to the monitor groove. Tighten the stand bracket with screws. 2. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base. 3. Make sure the stand assembly is properly - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 5
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 O 20O Getting Started 5 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 6
Monitor Overview 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 6 Getting Started - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 7
1 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. 2 Power Button & Navi Key 3 Kensington Lock 4 HDMI Port 5 DisplayPort 6 Headphone Jack 7 Power Jack Getting Started 7 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 8
Connecting the Monitor to PC 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Assemble the external power supply & power cord. (Figure A) 4. Connect the external power supply to the monitor power jack. (Figure B) 5. Plug the power cord into the electrical - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 9
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. OK Up/Down/Left/Right: ∙∙ - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 10
OSD Menus ⚠⚠Important The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received: ∙∙Night Vision ∙∙ MPRT ∙∙Low Blue Light ∙∙ HDCR ∙∙ Brightness ∙∙ Contrast ∙∙Color Temperature Gaming 1st Level Menu Game Mode 2nd/3rd Level Menu User FPS Racing RTS RPG Description ∙∙Use Up or Down - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 11
1st Level Menu Night Vision Response Time MPRT Refresh Rate 2nd/3rd Level Menu OFF Normal Strong Strongest A.I. Normal Fast Description ∙∙This function optimizes background brightness and is recommended for FPS games. ∙∙Response Time will be grayed out while MPRT is enabled. Fastest OFF ON - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 12
:59 30:00 45:00 60:00 None Description ∙∙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. ∙∙Users can adjust Screen Assistance in any mode. FreeSync Premium OFF ON ∙∙FreeSync - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 13
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Low Blue Light OFF ON HDCR OFF ON MPRT OFF ON Image Enhancement OFF Weak Medium Strong Strongest Description ∙∙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 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 14
Image 1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Brightness 0-100 Contrast 0-100 Sharpness 0-5 Color Temperature Screen Size Cool Normal Warm Customization R (0-100) G (0-100) B (0-100) Auto 4:3 16:9 Description ∙∙Properly adjust Brightness according to the surrounding lighting. ∙∙Brightness will - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 15
Navi Key 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Up Down Left Right OFF Brightness Game Mode Screen Assistance Alarm Clock Input Source Refresh Rate Info. On Screen Night Vision Description ∙∙All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menus. Setting 1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 16
On Screen. ∙∙To achieve maximum resolution of 1920x1080 @170Hz, users have to set DP OverClocking to ON. ∙∙HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) supports Sony PlayStation®, Nintendo® Switch™, Xbox Series X|S consoles and various audio-visual devices that are CECcapable. ∙∙If HDMI CEC is set to ON - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 17
Specifications Model Size Curvature Panel Type Resolution Aspect Ratio Brightness (nits) Contrast Ratio Refresh Rate Response Time I/O View Angles DCI-P3*/ sRGB Surface Treatment Display Colors Monitor Power Options External Power Supply Power Input Power Output Adjustment (Tilt) Kensington Lock - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 18
Model G242C VESA Mounting ∙∙Plate Type: 75x 75 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) 537.4 x 414.7 x 215.6 mm Weight 3.3 Kg (net)/ 5.15 Kg (gross) Environment Operating ∙∙Temperature: 0℃ to 40℃ ∙∙Humidity: 20 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 19
Video Timing Resolution 480P 576P 720P V V 1080i 1080P @60Hz V V @120Hz V V * Users have to set DP OverClocking to ON. This is the highest refresh rate supported by DP OverClocking. If any monitor error occurs during overclocking, please downscale the refresh rate. Preset Display Modes 19 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 20
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 away from electrical devices that may cause electromagnetic interference (EMI). 20 Troubleshooting - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 21
∙∙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 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 22
object with an anti-tip fastener that helps to properly support the device and keep it safe in place. ∙∙To prevent of the following situations arises, get the device checked by service personnel: • The power cord or plug is damaged. Guide. • The device has dropped and damaged. • The device has - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 23
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 3000 Hz under various brightness settings. ∙∙The display will not support Flicker Free when Anti Motion Blur/MPRT is enabled. (The - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 24
. 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 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 25
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 - MSI G242C | User Manual - Page 26
implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to this document without prior notice. 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
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 -
6 -
7 -
8
-
9
-
10
-
11
-
12
-
13
-
14
-
15
-
16
-
17
-
18
-
19
-
20
-
21
-
22
-
23
-
24
-
25
-
26
 |
 |
G Series
LCD Monitor
G242C (3BB3)
User Guide