MSI G Series User manual

G Series
LCD Monitor
G272C (3CC9)
G272CP (3CC9)
G272CQP (3CC9)
G322C (3DC2)
G322CQP (3DC2)
User Guide

2Contents
Contents
Getting Started.............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Monitor Stand................................................................................... 4
Adjusting the Monitor ............................................................................................. 6
Monitor Overview.................................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Monitor to PC .............................................................................. 12
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................... 14
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 14
Hot Key.................................................................................................................. 15
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 16
Gaming.................................................................................................................. 17
Professional.......................................................................................................... 19
Image .................................................................................................................... 20
Input Source ......................................................................................................... 21
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 22
Setting................................................................................................................... 23
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 25
Preset Display Modes ................................................................................................ 27
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 29
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 30
TÜV Rheinland Certification....................................................................................... 32
Regulatory Notices..................................................................................................... 33
Revision
V1.0, 2021/06

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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
G272C
G272CP
G272CQP
G322C
G322CQP
Documentation Quick Start Guide
Accessories
Stand with Screw(s)
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s)
Stand Cover (for G272C and G322C)
Power Cord
Power Adapter
Cables 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.

4Getting Started
Installing the Monitor Stand
G272C/ G322C
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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2
3

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Getting Started
G272CP/ G272CQP/ G322CQP
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.
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2
3
⚠
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!

6Getting 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.
G272C/ G322C
-5° 20°

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Getting Started
G272CP/ G272CQP
-5° 20°
130mm
G322CQP
-5° 20°
100mm

8Getting Started
Monitor Overview
G272C/ G322C
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2
3
4 5 6 7

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Getting Started
G272CP
1
2
3
4 5 6 7

10 Getting Started
G272CQP/ G322CQP
1
2
3
4 56 5 7

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Getting Started
1Navi Key
2Power Button
3Kensington Lock
4Power Jack
5HDMI Port
6DisplayPort Port
7Headphone Jack

12 Getting Started
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. Turn on the monitor. (Figure D)
7. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source.
G272C/ G322C
A
B
C
D

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Getting Started
G272CP/ G272CQP/ G322CQP
A
B
C
D

14 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.
G272C/ G322C

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OSD Setup
G272CP/ G272CQP/ G322CQP
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.

16 OSD Menus
OSD Menus
G272C/ G272CP/ G322C
G272CQP/ G322CQP
⚠
Important
When receiving HDR signals, Night Vision, MPRT, Low Blue Light, HDCR, Brightness,
Contrast, Color Temperature will be grayed out.

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OSD Menus
Gaming
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Game Mode User ∙Use Up or Down Button to select
and preview mode effects.
∙Press the OK Button to confirm and
apply your mode type.
FPS
Racing
RTS
RPG
Night Vision OFF ∙This function optimizes background
brightness and is recommended
for FPS games.
Normal
Strong
Strongest
A.I.
Response Time Normal ∙Users can adjust Response Time in
any mode.
∙Response Time will be grayed out
while MPRT is enabled.
Fast
Fastest
MPRT OFF ∙When MPRT is enabled, Brightness
cannot be enabled and will be
grayed out.
∙HDCR and MPRT cannot be
enabled simultaneously.
∙Response time will be grayed out
while MPRT is enabled.
∙MPRT is available when the refresh
rate is over 85Hz.
∙MPRT has to be disabled while
Adaptive-Sync is set to ON.
ON

18 OSD Menus
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
(for
G272CQP/
G322CQP)
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
(for
G272CQP/
G322CQP)
OFF
15:00 00:01 ~ 99:59
30:00
45:00
60:00
Screen
Assistance (for
G272C/ G272CP/
G322C)
None ∙Users can adjust Screen
Assistance in any mode.

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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Smart Crosshair
(for G272CQP/
G322CQP)
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
Adaptive-Sync OFF ∙Adaptive-Sync prevents screen
tearing.
ON
Professional
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Pro Mode User ∙Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode effects.
∙Press the OK Button to confirm and apply
your mode type.
Anti-Blue
Movie
Office
sRGB
Eco
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

20 OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
HDCR OFF ∙HDCR enhances image quality by
increasing the contrast of images.
∙When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness will be
grayed out.
∙HDCR and MPRT cannot be enabled
simultaneously.
ON
MPRT OFF ∙When MPRT is enabled, Brightness cannot
be enabled and will be grayed out.
∙HDCR and MPRT cannot be enabled
simultaneously.
∙Response time will be grayed out while
MPRT is enabled.
∙MPRT is available when the refresh rate is
over 85Hz.
∙MPRT has to be disabled while Adaptive-
Sync is set to ON.
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.
∙Brightness will be grayed
out when MPRT or HDCR are
enabled.
Contrast 0-100 ∙Properly adjust Contrast to relax
your eyes.
Sharpness 0-5 ∙Sharpness improves clarity and
details of images.