MSI Optix Series User manual

Optix Series
LCD Monitor
Optix G271C (3CC3)
Optix G271CQP (3CC3)
Optix G321C (3DC1)
Optix G321CQP (3DC1)
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
Connecting the Monitor to PC .............................................................................. 12
OSD Setup ................................................................................................................... 13
OSD Keys .............................................................................................................. 13
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 14
Gaming.................................................................................................................. 15
Professional.......................................................................................................... 17
Image .................................................................................................................... 18
Input Source ......................................................................................................... 19
PIP/PBP (G271CQP/G321CQP)...................................................................................... 20
Hot 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, 2021/11

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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
Optix G271C (3CC3)
Optix G271CQP (3CC3)
Optix G321C (3DC1)
Optix G321CQP (3DC1)
Documentation
User Guide (Optional)
Quick Start Guide
Registration Card
Accessories
Stand with Screw(s)
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s)
Power Cord
Power Adapter (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.

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.
⚠
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.
∙ 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.
Optix G271C/ G321C
1
2
3

5
Getting Started
Optix G271CQP/ G321CQP
1
2
3

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.
Optix G271C/ G321C
-5° 20°

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Getting Started
Optix G271CQP/ G321CQP
-5°
5° 5°
20°
30°
30°
90mm

8Getting Started
Monitor Overview
Optix G271C/ G321C
AC
12
3
45 6 7

9
Getting Started
Optix G271CQP/ G321CQP
12
3
4567

10 Getting Started
1OSD Keys
2Power Button / Power LED
Lit in white after the monitor is turned on. If no signal input, the LED will
turn into orange. Lit in orange when the monitor is in Stand-by mode.
3Kensington Lock
4HDMI 2.0b Port
5DisplayPort 1.2a Port
6Headphone Jack
7Power 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. Connect the power cord to the monitor power jack. (Figure A)
4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. (Figure B)
5. Turn on the monitor. (Figure C)
6. Power on the computer and the monitor will auto detect the signal source.
Optix G271C/ G321C
B
C
A

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.
Optix G271CQP/ G321CQP
A
B
C
D

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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.
OSD Keys
The monitor comes with a set of OSD Keys that help to control the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
ME
OSD Key Hot Key (When OSD is OFF) OSD Setup (When OSD is ON)
M
∙Activating the OSD Main Menu
∙Entering the submenus
∙Confirming a selection or
setting
∙Game Mode ∙Navigating through function
menus and items
∙Adjusting function values
∙Screen Assistance
E
∙Input Source
∙Confirming the selection
∙Exiting the current menu

14 OSD Menus
OSD Menus
Optix G271C/ G321C
Optix G271CQP/ G321CQP
⚠
Important
When receiving HDR signals, Night Vision, MPRT, Low Blue Light, HDCR, Brightness,
Contrast, Color Temperature and PIP/PBP 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 E 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
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
FreeSync Premium is set to ON.
ON
Zero Latency
(G271CQP/
G321CQP)
OFF ∙While FreeSync Premium is enabled,
Zero Latency has to set to ON.
ON

16 OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Refresh Rate Location Left Top ∙Location is adjustable in OSD Menu.
Press the E 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
(G271CQP/
G321CQP)
OFF
ON
Alarm Clock Location Left Top ∙After setting the time, press the E
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
(G271CQP/
G321CQP)
OFF
15:00 00:01 ~
99:59
30:00
45:00
60:00
Screen
Assistance
(G271C/G321C)
Icon ∙Users can adjust Screen Assistance
in any mode.

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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Screen
Assistance
(G271CQP/
G321CQP)
Icon None ∙Users can adjust Screen Assistance
in any mode.
Color White
Red
Position
Reset
FreeSync
Premium
OFF ∙FreeSync Premium prevents screen
tearing.
∙MPRT, Zero Latency, RIP/PBP,
Screen Size 1:1 will be disabled if
FreeSync Premium 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 E 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.
∙This monitor is a Low Blue Light monitor
which will decrease the blue light emitted
without adjusting the OSD settings.
ON

18 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 FreeSync
Premium 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.

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OSD Menus
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Color
Temperature
Cool ∙Use Up or Down Button to select
and preview mode effects.
∙Press the E Button to confirm
and apply your mode type.
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
16:9
1:1 (G271CQP/G321CQP)
Input Source
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
HDMI1 ∙Users can adjust Input Source in any mode.
HDMI2
DP

20 OSD Menus
PIP/PBP (G271CQP/G321CQP)
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
OFF ∙PIP (Picture in Picture) allows
users to simultaneously display
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.
PIP Source HDMI1
HDMI2
DP
PIP Size Small
Medium
Large
Location Left Top
Right Top
Left Bottom
Right
Bottom
Customize
Display Switch
Audio Switch
PBP Source 1 HDMI1
HDMI2
DP
Source 2 HDMI1
HDMI2
DP
Display Switch
Audio Switch