MSI G321Q (3DB9) User manual

G & MAG Series
LCD Monitor
G321Q (3DB9)
MAG321QR-QD (3DB9)
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 .............................................................................. 11
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................... 13
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 13
Hot Key.................................................................................................................. 14
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 15
Gaming.................................................................................................................. 16
Professional.......................................................................................................... 19
Image .................................................................................................................... 20
Input Source ......................................................................................................... 21
Navi Key ................................................................................................................ 21
Setting................................................................................................................... 22
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 24
Preset Display Modes ................................................................................................ 26
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 28
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 29
TÜV Rheinland Certification....................................................................................... 31
Regulatory Notices..................................................................................................... 32
Revision
V1.0, 2022/11

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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 G321Q
MAG321QR-QD
Documentation Quick Start Guide
Accessories
Power Cord
External Power Supply
Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s)
Stand with Screw(s)
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Cables
DisplayPort Cable (Optional)
Premium High Speed HDMI™ Cable (Optional)
USB Upstream Cable (for USB Type-B Upstream Port) (Optional)
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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
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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⚠
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.
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Monitor Overview
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10 Getting Started
1Macro Key
To activate OSD Application.
2Power Button
3Navi Key
4Kensington Lock
5Cable Routing Hole
6DisplayPort
Supports 2560x1440@170Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.2a.
7HDMI™ Connector
Supports HDMI™ CEC, 2560x1440@144Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.0b.
8HDMI™ Connector
Supports 2560x1440@144Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.0b.
9USB Type-C Port
This port supports DisplayPort Alternate (DP Alt) Mode and up to 5V/3A
(15W) power delivery.
10 Headphone Jack
11 USB 2.0 Type-B Upstream Port
For USB Upstream Cable.
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Important
Check the package for USB Upstream Cable
and connect it to the PC and monitor. Once
this cable is connected, the USB Type-A
Downstream Ports on the monitor will be
ready for use.
To PC
To Monitor
12 USB 2.0 Type-A Port
13 Power Jack

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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 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.
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B
C
D

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B
C
D

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OSD Setup
OSD Setup
This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup.
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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.
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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
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MAG321QR-QD
⚠
Important
The following settings will be grayed out when HDR signals are received:
∙ Night Vision
∙ MPRT
∙ Low Blue Light
∙ HDCR
∙ Brightness
∙ Contrast
∙ Color Temperature

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Gaming
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Game Mode Premium Color
(for MAG321QR-QD)
∙Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode 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.
Response Time Normal ∙Activating the following functions will
affect Response Time:
Activated Function Response Time
Status
»MPRT Unable to select
Fast
Fastest
MPRT OFF ∙Activating MPRT will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»Response Time
»Brightness Unable to select
»Adaptive-Sync
»HDCR Set to OFF
∙MPRT is available when the refresh
rate is over 85 Hz.
ON

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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
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
KVM (for
MAG321QR-QD)
Auto ∙Auto allows the monitor to
automatically switch between USB
input sources, such as keyboards,
mice or other USB devices.
∙Users can also designate Upstream
port or USB Type-C as the only USB
signal source.
Upstream
Type-C

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1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Smart
Crosshair
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.
∙Activating Adaptive-Sync will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»MPRT Set to OFF
ON

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OSD Menus
Professional
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Pro Mode Eco ∙Use Up or Down Button to select and
preview mode effects.
∙Press the OK Button to confirm and apply
your mode type.
User
Anti-Blue
Movie
Office
sRGB
Adobe RGB (for
MAG321QR-QD)
Display P3 (for
MAG321QR-QD)
Calibration 1 (for
MAG321QR-QD)
Calibration 2 (for
MAG321QR-QD)
Calibration 3 (for
MAG321QR-QD)
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:
Affected Function Function Status
»Brightness Unable to select
»MPRT Set to OFF
ON

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1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
MPRT OFF ∙Activating MPRT will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»Response Time
»Brightness Unable to select
»Adaptive-Sync
»HDCR Set to OFF
∙MPRT is available when the refresh rate is
over 85 Hz.
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.
∙Activating the following functions
will affect Brightness:
Activated Function Brightness Status
»MPRT
»HDCR Unable to select
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)