MSI PRO MP2412C User manual

PRO Series
LCD Monitor
PRO MP2412C (3PA9)
User Guide

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Contents
Getting Started.............................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Monitor Stand................................................................................... 4
Adjusting the Monitor ............................................................................................. 5
Monitor Overview.................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Monitor to PC ................................................................................ 7
OSD Setup ..................................................................................................................... 8
OSD Keys ................................................................................................................ 8
OSD Menus.................................................................................................................. 10
Luminance ............................................................................................................ 10
Image Setup.......................................................................................................... 11
Color Temp. .......................................................................................................... 11
OSD Setup............................................................................................................. 12
Extra...................................................................................................................... 12
Specifications.............................................................................................................. 13
Preset Display Modes ................................................................................................ 15
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 16
Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 17
TÜV Rheinland Certification....................................................................................... 19
ENERGY STAR Certification....................................................................................... 19
Regulatory Notices..................................................................................................... 20
Revision
V1.0, 2023/08

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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 PRO MP2412C
Documentation Quick Start Guide
Accessories Stand
Stand Base with Screw(s)
Power Cord
Cable High Speed HDMI™ 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.

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Installing the Monitor Stand
1. Leave the monitor in its protective foam packaging. Align, insert and push the
stand bracket towards the monitor groove until it locks in place.
2. In case of improper installation, push the release tab to release and reinstall the
stand.
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.
∙ 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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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.
-3.5°
+21.5°

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Monitor Overview
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1OSD Keys
2Power Button
3Kensington Lock
4Power Jack
5DisplayPort
Supports 1920x1080@100Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.2a.
6HDMI™ Connector
Supports 1920x1080@100Hz as specified in HDMI™ 1.4b.
7Headphone Jack

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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.
A
B
C

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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.
OSD Keys
The monitor comes with a set of OSD Keys that help to control the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
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OSD Keys Hot Key (When OSD is OFF) OSD Setup (When OSD is ON)
1AUTO /
SOURCE /
EXIT
∙Selecting the video input
from external sources
∙Activating the Auto
Adjustment function to
optimize the horizontal
position, vertical position,
clock and focus
∙Returning to the previous
menu
∙Exiting from the OSD Main
Menu
2VOLUME / + ∙Activating the Volume
control
∙Adjusting function values
3ECO / - ∙Activating the Eco Mode
4MENU /
ENTER
∙Activating the OSD Main
Menu
∙To lock/unlock the OSD,
press and hold the MENU
button while the monitor
is off and then press the
power button to turn the
monitor on.
∙Confirming the selection
5Power Button

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OSD Menus
Luminance
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Contrast 0-100 ∙This function is available in Standard mode.
Brightness 0-100 ∙This function is available in Standard mode.
Eco Mode Standard ∙Activating Eco Mode will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»MPRT Set to OFF
Text
Internet
Game
Movie
Sports
sRGB
Eco Friendly ON ∙This function adjusts the monitor backlight to improve
energy efficiency.
OFF
DCR ON ∙DCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast
of images.
∙Activating DCR will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»Contrast
»Brightness
»Eco Mode
Unable to select
»MPRT Set to OFF
OFF

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Image Setup
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Image Ratio Wide ∙Selecting the Image Aspect Ratio
4:3
Overdrive Normal ∙Overshooting may occur when Overdrive is set to
Fastest.
Fast
Fastest
Adaptive-Sync ON ∙Adaptive-Sync prevents screen tearing.
∙Activating Adaptive-Sync will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»MPRT Set to OFF
OFF
MPRT ON ∙Activating MPRT will affect:
Affected Function Function Status
»Brightness
»Overdrive Unable to select
»Adaptive-Sync
»DCR Set to OFF
OFF
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.
ON
Color Temp.
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Warm ∙Setting Color Temperature
Normal
Cool
User R (0-100) ∙Adjusting the Red Gain
G (0-100) ∙Adjusting the Green Gain
B (0-100) ∙Adjusting the Blue Gain
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.
ON

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OSD Setup
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
H. Position 0-100 ∙Adjusting the horizontal position of OSD
V. Position 0-100 ∙Adjusting the vertical position of OSD
Timeout 5-100 ∙Adjusting the OSD timeout
Language English ∙Selecting the OSD language
Español
Français
Português
Русский
简体中文
繁體中文
한국어
(More languages
coming soon)
Extra
1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Input Select Auto ∙Selecting the video input source
HDMI™
DisplayPort
DDC/CI ON ∙Turning on/off the DDC/CI support
OFF
Reset YES ∙Resetting and restoring settings to original OSD
defaults
NO
Information ∙Showing the information of the main image source

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Specifications
Monitor PRO MP2412C
Size 23.6 inch
Curvature 1500R
Panel Type VA
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Brightness (nits) 250
Contrast Ratio 3000 : 1
Refresh Rate 100Hz
Response Time ∙4ms (GTG)
∙1ms (MPRT)
I/O ∙HDMI™ Connector x1
∙DisplayPort x1
∙Headphone Jack x1
View Angles 178°(H) , 178°(V)
DCI-P3*/ sRGB 87.7% / 110.1%
Surface Treatment Anti-glare
Display Colors 16.7 Million
Monitor Power Options 100~240Vac, 50/60Hz, 1.5A
Power Consumption ∙Power On < 40W
∙Standby < 0.5W
∙Power Off < 0.3W
Adjustment (Tilt) -3.5° ~ 21.5°
Kensington Lock Yes
VESA Mounting ∙Plate Type: 100 x 100 mm
∙Screw Type: M4 x 10 mm
• Thread Diameter: 4 mm
• Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm
• Thread Length: 10 mm

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Monitor PRO MP2412C
Dimension (W x H x D) 537 x 407 x 237 mm
Weight Net 4.0 Kg
Gross 5.5 Kg
Environment Operating ∙Temperature: 0℃ ~ 40℃
∙Humidity: 20% ~ 90%, non-condensing
∙Altitude: 0 ~ 5000m
Storage ∙Temperature: -20℃ ~ 60℃
∙Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing
* Based on CIE1976 test standards.

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Preset Display Modes
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Important
All information is subject to change without prior notice.
Standard Resolution HDMI™ DP
VGA 640x480 @60Hz V V
@67Hz V V
@72Hz V V
@75Hz V V
SVGA 800x600 @56Hz V V
@60Hz V V
@72Hz V V
@75Hz V V
832×624 @75Hz V V
XGA 1024x768 @60Hz V V
@70Hz V V
@75Hz V V
HD 1280×720 @60Hz V V
SXGA 1280×960 @60Hz V V
WXGA 1280x1024 @60Hz V V
@75Hz V V
WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz V V
WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz V V
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V V
@85Hz V V
@100Hz V V
Video Timing
Resolution
480P V V
576P V V
720P V V
1080P @60Hz V V

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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).

Safety Instructions
∙Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.
∙All cautions and warnings on the device or User Guide should be noted.
∙Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Power
∙Make sure that the power voltage is within its safety range and has been adjusted
properly to the value of 100~240V before connecting the device to the power outlet.
∙If the power cord comes with a 3-pin plug, do not disable the protective earth pin
from the plug. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
∙Please confirm the power distribution system in the installation site shall provide
the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum).
∙Always disconnect the power cord or switch the wall socket off if the device would
be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption.
∙Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place
anything on the power cord.
∙If this device comes with an adapter, use only the MSI provided AC adapter approved
for use with this device.
Environment
∙To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device on a soft, unsteady surface or obstruct its air ventilators.
∙Use this device only on a hard, flat and steady surface.
∙To prevent the device from tipping over, secure the device to a desk, wall or fixed
object with an anti-tip fastener that helps to properly support the device and keep it
safe in place.
∙To prevent fire or shock hazard, keep this device away from humidity and high
temperature.
∙Do not leave the device in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature
above 60℃ or below -20℃, which may damage the device.
∙The maximum operating temperature is around 40℃.
∙When cleaning the device, be sure to remove the power plug. Use a piece of soft
cloth rather than industrial chemical to clean the device. Never pour any liquid into
the opening; that could damage the device or cause electric shock.
∙Always keep strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the device.
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∙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 damaged.
• The device has obvious sign of breakage.
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ENERGY STAR Certification
ENERGY STAR is a program run by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to
promote energy efficiency. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR
in the “factory default” settings through which power savings will be
achieved. Changing the factory default picture settings or enabling
other features will increase power consumption, which could exceed
the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating.
For more information on ENERGY STAR, refer to https://www.energystar.gov/.
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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 catalogue of
tests, which sets out minimum standards
at various frequency ranges. The test catalogue 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 products.)

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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
[phone]
www.msi.com