MSI G Series User manual

G Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
G2412 (3BA4)
G2422 (3BA4)
G2422P (3BA4)
G2712 (3CB5)
G2722 (3CB5)

2Contents
Contents
Getting Started.............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Monitor Stand................................................................................... 4
Adjusting the Monitor ............................................................................................. 7
Monitor Overview.................................................................................................... 9
Connecting the Monitor to PC .............................................................................. 13
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................... 15
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 15
Hot Key.................................................................................................................. 16
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 17
Gaming.................................................................................................................. 17
Professional.......................................................................................................... 19
Image .................................................................................................................... 20
Input Source ......................................................................................................... 21
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 21
Setting................................................................................................................... 22
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 24
Preset Display Modes ................................................................................................ 26
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 27
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 28
TÜV Rheinland Certification....................................................................................... 30
Regulatory Notices..................................................................................................... 31
Revision
V1.0, 2022/01

3
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
G2412
G2422
G2422P
G2712
G2722
Documentation Quick Start Guide
Accessories
Stand with Screw(s)
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Stand Cover
(for G2412, G2422, G2712 and G2722)
Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s)
(for G2422, G2422P and G2722)
Power Cord
External Power Supply
Cables DisplayPort Cable
⚠
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
⚠
Important
∙ Remove the screws on the monitor groove if needed before installing the stand.
∙ Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel.
G2412 / G2712
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. 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.
1
2
3
1
2
3

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Getting Started
G2422 / G2722
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. 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
3
1
2

6Getting Started
G2422P
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 installed before setting the monitor
upright.
1
2
⚠
Important
∙ 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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2

7
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.
G2412 / G2422 / G2712 / G2722
-5 O20O

8Getting Started
G2422P
130mm
-5
O
20
O
45 O
90
O
90
O
45 O

9
Getting Started
Monitor Overview
G2412 / G2712
1
23
45567
1
2
4 55 6 7
3

10 Getting Started
G2422 / G2722
1
45567
23
1
2
4 55 6 7
3

11
Getting Started
G2422P
1
4556 7
23
8
1
2
455 6 7
3
8

12 Getting Started
1Power Button
2Navi Key
3Kensington Lock
4Power Jack
5HDMI Port
6DisplayPort
7Headphone Jack
8Cable Routing Hole

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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. 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.
G2412 / G2712
AA
B
A
C
D
A
A
A
C
A
D
A
B

14 Getting Started
G2422 / G2722
AA
B
A
C
D
G2422P
AA
B
A
C
D
A
A
A
C
A
D
A
B
A
A
A
C
A
D
A
B

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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.
G2412 / G2712
OK
G2422 / G2722
OK

16 OSD Setup
G2422P
OK
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
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 ∙Response Time will be grayed
out while MPRT is enabled.
Fast
Fastest

18 OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
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
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
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
OFF
15:00 00:01 ~ 99:59
30:00
45:00
60:00
Screen Assistance None ∙Users can adjust Screen
Assistance in any mode.

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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Adaptive-Sync OFF ∙Adaptive-Sync prevents
screen tearing.
∙MPRT will be disabled if
Adaptive-Sync is enabled.
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
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

20 OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
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.
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.
4:3
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