MSI PRO MP241X LCD Monitor User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- MSI
Table of Contents
- MSI PRO MP241X LCD Monitor
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- Getting Started
- OSD Setup
- Specifications
- Preset Display Modes
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Instructions
- TÜV Rheinland Certification
- Regulatory Notices
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
MSI PRO MP241X LCD Monitor
Product Information
The PRO Series LCD Monitor, model PRO MP241X (3BA9), is a high-quality monitor designed for optimal viewing comfort. It features a 1920×1080 resolution and supports a refresh rate of 75Hz as specified in HDMITM 1.4b. The monitor comes with OSD (On-Screen Display) keys for easy menu navigation and control.
Product Usage Instructions
- Package Contents: When you receive the monitor, ensure that the package contains the following items:
- Monitor: PRO MP241X
- Documentation: Quick Start Guide
- Stand: Stand Base
- Accessories: External Power Supply & Power Cord, Cables (High-Speed HDMITM Cable – optional)
If any items are damaged or missing, contact your place of purchase or local distributor.
- Installing the Monitor Stand: Follow these steps to install the monitor stand:
- Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging.
- Align and gently push the stand bracket towards the monitor groove until it locks in place.
- Align and gently push the base towards the stand until it locks in place.
- Ensure the stand assembly is properly installed before setting the monitor upright.
Note: Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel. Do not use any sharp objects on the panel.
- Connecting the Monitor to PC: Follow these steps to connect the monitor to your computer:
- Turn off your computer.
- Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer.
- Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord.
- Connect the power adapter to the monitor power jack.
- Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
- Turn on the monitor.
- Power on the computer and the monitor will auto-detect the signal source.
- OSD Setup: The OSD Setup menu allows you to customize various settings. Refer to the user manual for detailed information on using the OSD keys to navigate and adjust settings.
Getting Started
This chapter provides you with 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 | PRO MP241X |
---|---|
Documentation | Quick Start Guide |
Accessories
| Stand
Stand Base
External Power Supply & Power Cord
Cables| High Speed HDMI™ 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.
Installing the Monitor Stand
- Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align and gently push the stand bracket towards the monitor groove until it locks in place.
- Align and gently push the base towards the stand until it locks in place.
- 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.
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.
Monitor Overview
1 | OSD Keys |
---|---|
2 | Power Button |
3 | Kensington Lock |
4 | HDMI™ Connector |
Supports 1920×1080@75Hz as specified in HDMI™ 1.4b.
5| D-Sub Port
6| Power Jack
Connecting the Monitor to PC
- Turn off your computer.
- Connect the video cable from the monitor to your computer.
- Assemble the monitor power adapter & power cord. (Figure A)
- Connect the power adapter to the monitor power jack. (Figure B)
- Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure C)
- Turn on the monitor. (Figure D)
- Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source.
OSD Setup
This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup.
Important
All information is subject to change without prior notice.
OSD Keys
The monitor comes with a set of OSD Keys that help to control the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
OSD Setup Menus
Press the M key to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) main menu and use the OSD keys to tune the desired function to suit your personal preferences.
1st Level Menu | 2nd/3rd Level Menu | Description |
---|---|---|
Brightness | 0-100 | Adjusting display brightness |
Contrast | 0-100 | Adjusting display contrast |
DCR | ON | Activating dynamic contrast |
OFF | Deactivating dynamic contrast | |
Return | Returning to the previous menu | |
Exit | Exiting from this function menu | |
Mode | Standard | Normal work mode |
Movie | Movie mode | |
FPS | FPS game mode | |
RTS | RTS game mode | |
EyeSaver | Eye protection mode | |
Return | Returning to the previous menu | |
Exit | Exiting from this function menu | |
Color Temp. | Warm | Warm color temperature |
Cool | Cold color temperature | |
User | R (0-100) | Fine-tuning of Red color temperature |
G (0-100) | Fine-tuning of Green color temperature | |
B (0-100) | Fine-tuning of Blue color temperature | |
Return | Returning to the previous menu | |
Exit | Exiting from this function menu | |
Aspect | Auto | Auto adjusting the picture aspect ratio |
--- | --- | --- |
16:9 | Picture in 16:9 mode | |
4:3 | Picture in 4:3 mode | |
Return | Returning to the previous menu | |
Exit | Exiting from this function menu | |
Input | HDMI™ | Digital HDMI™ signal input |
D-Sub | Analog D-Sub signal input | |
Return | Returning to the previous menu | |
Exit | Exiting from this function menu | |
Adjust | Auto Adjust | Auto adjusting the horizontal/vertical position, clock |
and focus of pictures
Auto Color| Adjusting the white balance of pictures
Gamma| Gamma 1| Adjusting color tone brightness gray 1
Gamma 2| Adjusting color tone brightness gray 2
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Other| Language
(More languages coming soon)
| English| Language factory default is English.
Deutsch
繁中
日本語
한국어
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Power Off| ON| Turning off the monitor after saving power for 1 minute
OFF| Deactivating the timed switch-off function
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Other| Reset| YES| Resetting to the factory default settings
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NO| Exiting from the Reset function
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
OD| OFF| Deactivating the response time overdrive function
Normal| Setting the monitor’s response time to normal speed
Extreme| Setting the monitor’s response time to extreme speed
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
ECO Mode| ON| ∙ When ECO Mode is set to ON:
• Brightness curve will be adjusted.
• Mode and DCR will be grayed out.
OFF| ∙ When ECO Mode is set to OFF:
• A warning message will be shown on the screen.
• Users can set Brightness to higher value.
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Adaptive- Sync| ON| Activating Adaptive-Sync to prevent screen tearing
OFF| Deactivating Adaptive-Sync
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Return| Returning to the previous menu
Exit| Exiting from this function menu
Exit| Exiting from the OSD Setup
Specifications
Monitor | PRO MP241X |
---|---|
Size | 23.8 inch |
Curvature | Flat |
Panel Type | VA |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (FHD) |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Brightness (nits) | 250 cd/m2 (TYP) |
Contrast Ratio | 3000:1 |
Refresh Rate | 75Hz |
Response Time | 4ms (GTG) |
I/O | ∙ HDMI™ Connector x1 |
∙ D-Sub Port x1
View Angles| 178°(H) , 178°(V)
*DCI-P3/ sRGB| 84% / 105%
Surface Treatment| Anti-glare
Display Colors| 16.7 Million
Monitor Power Options| 12V 2.5A
Power Adapter Specs| Model: ADS-40NP-12-1 12030E
Power Input| 100~240V, 50~60Hz, 1.5A
Power Output| 12V 2.5A
Adjustment (Tilt)| -5° ~ 15°
Kensington Lock| Yes
VESA Mounting**| ∙ Plate Type: 75 x 75 mm
∙ Screw Type: M4 x 10 mm
• Thread Diameter: 4 mm
• Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm
• Thread Length: 10 mm
Monitor | PRO MP241X |
---|---|
Dimension (W x H x D) | 541.79 x 416.61 x 180.80 mm |
Weight | 2.85 Kg (Net) |
4.27 Kg (Gross)
Environment| Operating| ∙ Temperature: 0℃ ~ 40℃
∙ Humidity: 20% ~ 90%, non-condensing
∙ Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m
Storage| ∙ Temperature: -20℃ ~ 60℃
∙ Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
Preset Display Modes
Standard | Resolution | HDMI™ | D- Sub |
---|---|---|---|
VGA | 640×480 | @60Hz | V |
@67Hz | V | V | |
@72Hz | V | V | |
@75Hz | V | V | |
Dos-Mode | 720×480 | @60Hz | V |
720×576 | @50Hz | V | V |
SVGA | 800×600 | @56Hz | V |
@60Hz | V | V | |
@72Hz | V | V | |
@75Hz | V | V | |
XGA | 1024×768 | @60Hz | V |
@70Hz | V | V | |
@75Hz | V | V | |
SXGA | 1280×1024 | @60Hz | V |
@75Hz | V | V | |
WXGA+ | 1440×900 | @60Hz | V |
WSXGA+ | 1680×1050 | @60Hz | V |
Full HD | 1920×1080 | @60Hz | V |
@75Hz | V | ||
Video Timing Resolution | 720P | V | V |
1080P @60Hz | V | V |
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).
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 main 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 if this device comes with a battery.
- The danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
- Avoid disposal of a battery in a 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 the 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 local regulations.
BSMI:
For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be collected
separately for recycling or special disposal.
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.
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 catalog 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 product.)
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 Statement
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:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- 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.
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 the 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 the requirements of the Technical Regulation,
approved by the Resolution of Cabinet of the 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 of 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.
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 a 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 dispose 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 gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding the proper disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly of MSI products.
Warning!
Overuse of screens is likely to affect eyesight.
Recommendations:
- Take a 10-minute break for every 30 minutes of screen time.
- 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.
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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.