msi MPG 274URF QD 27 Inch Class 4K UHD Gaming LED Monitor User Guide

msi MPG 274URF QD 27 Inch Class 4K UHD Gaming LED Monitor

Specifications

• Model: MPG 274URF QD (3CC2)
• Screen Type: LCD
• Resolution: 3840×2160
• Refresh Rate: 160Hz
• Ports: HDMITM, DisplayPort, USB Type-C

Product Usage Instructions

Getting Started

This chapter provides information on hardware setup procedures. When connecting devices, use a grounded wrist strap to avoid static electricity.

Package Contents:

• Monitor
• Documentation
• Accessories:
  • Stand with Screw(s)
  • Stand Base with Screw(s)
  • External Power Supply
  • Power Cord
  • Ultra High Speed HDMITM Cable (Optional)
  • DisplayPort Cable (Optional)

Important:

• Contact your place of purchase if any items are damaged or missing.
• The power cord is exclusive to this monitor.

Installing the Monitor Stand

1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging.
2. Align the stand bracket to the monitor groove and tighten with screws.
3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw.
4. Ensure the stand assembly is properly installed before setting up the monitor upright.

Important:

• Place the monitor on a soft surface to avoid scratching.
• Avoid using sharp objects on the panel.

Adjusting the Monitor

This monitor is designed for maximum viewing comfort with adjustment capabilities. Avoid touching the display panel during adjustments.

Important:

• Tilt the monitor slightly backward before pivoting it.

Monitor Overview

Detailed information about different components of the monitor such as power LED, ports, and buttons.

FAQ

• Q: Can I use a different power cord with the monitor?
  • A: No, the included power cord is exclusively for this monitor and should not be used with other products.
• Q: What is the resolution supported by the DisplayPort?
  • A: The DisplayPort supports a resolution of 3840×2160 at 160Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a.

Getting Started

This 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

Stand Base with Screw(s)
External Power Supply
Power Cord
Cables| Ultra High Speed HDMI™ Cable (Optional)
DisplayPort 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

1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align the stand bracket to the monitor groove.
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.
• 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!

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 backward before pivoting it.

Monitor Overview

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 outlet. (Figure C)
6. Turn on the monitor. (Figure D)
7. 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.

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.

OSD Menus

Important

The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received:

• Night Vision

• A.I. Vision
  Low Blue Light

• HDCR

• Brightness

• Contrast

• Color Temperature

• Optix Scope

• PIP/PBP

• MPRT Sync

G.I.

Gaming

effects.

∙ Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type.

User
FPS
Racing
RTS
RPG
Night Vision| OFF| ∙ This function optimizes background brightness and is recommended for FPS games.
Normal
Strong
Strongest
A.I.
A.I. Vision| OFF| ∙ A.I. Vision enhances image quality by optimizing the contrast of images and background brightness.

∙ Activating A.I. Vision will affect:

» Night Vision

» Brightness

» HDCR

| ****

Unable to select

» MPRT Sync| Set to OFF
ON
Response Time| Normal| ∙ Setting to Fastest will reach the shortest response time and help improve blurred images when playing very fast games.
Fast
Fastest
MPRT Sync| OFF| ∙ MPRT Sync is available when the refresh rate is over 85Hz.

∙ Activating MPRT Sync will affect:

» Response Time

» Brightness

| Unable to select
» HDCR

» PIP/PBP

» Optix Scope

| ****

Set to OFF

» Screen Size 1:1| Set to Auto
ON
1st Level Menu| 2nd/3rd Level Menu| Description
---|---|---
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.

∙ When Adaptive-Sync is set to ON, it is mandatory to enable HDMI™ VRR.

∙ HDMI™ VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) synchronizes with Adaptive-Sync (ON/ OFF) and is disabled when Screen Size 16:10 is set to ON.

∙ Activating Adaptive-Sync will affect:

» PIP/PBP

» Optix Scope

| Set to OFF
» Screen Size 1:1| Set to Auto
ON

Professional

∙ Press the OK Button to confirm and apply your mode type.

∙ Activating sRGB, Adobe RGB, Display P3 will affect:

» Color Temperature

» Low Blue Light

» Contrast

| ****

Unable to select

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.

ON
HDCR| OFF| ∙ HDCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast of images.

∙ Activating HDCR will affect:

ON
MPRT Sync| OFF| ∙ MPRT Sync is available when the refresh rate is over 85Hz.

∙ Activating MPRT Sync will affect:

» Response Time

» Brightness

| Unable to select
» HDCR

» PIP/PBP

» Optix Scope

| ****

Set to OFF

» Screen Size 1:1| Set to Auto
ON
Image Enhancement| OFF| ∙ Image Enhancement enhances image edges to improve their acutance.
Weak
Medium
Strong
Strongest

Image

lighting.
Contrast| 0-100| ∙ Properly adjust Contrast to relax your eyes.
Sharpness| 0-5| ∙ Sharpness improves clarity and details of images.
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 16:10 will affect:

∙ Activating Screen Size 1:1 will affect:

4:3
16:9
16:10
1:1

Input Source

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

PIP/PBP

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/ Customize.

∙ Activating PIP/PBP will affect:

» MPRT Syn

» Response Time

| Unable to select
» Adaptive-Sync

» Optix Scope

» HDMI™ CEC

| ****

Set to OFF

» Screen Size 1:1

» Screen Size 16:10

| Set to Auto
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
Customize
Source 1| HDMI™ 1
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
Source 2| HDMI™ 1
HDMI™ 2
DP
Type C
Display Switch
Audio Switch

Navi Key

Brightness
Game Mode
Smart Crosshair
Alarm Clock
Input Source
PIP/PBP Mode
Refresh Rate
Info. On Screen
Night Vision
Optix Scope
KVM

Settings

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.
OSD Time Out| 5~30s| ∙ Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any mode.
RGB LED| OFF| ∙ Users can adjust RGB LED to ON or OFF.
ON
1st Level Menu| 2nd Level Menu| Description
---|---|---
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™ 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| ∙ This function enables users to charge their devices through a USB Type-C connector.
ON
Reset| YES| ∙ Users can Reset and restore settings to original OSD Default in any mode.
NO

Specifications

Preset Display Modes

⚠ Important

All information is subject to change without prior notice.

HDMI™ VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) synchronizes with Adaptive-Sync (ON/ OFF).

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).
• 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 is 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 catalog 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.)

FCC Statement

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

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 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 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 gpcontdev@msi.com 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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