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Product Type Curved Gaming Monitor
Brand MSI
Model MAG272C
Screen Size 27 inches
Panel Type VA (Vertical Alignment)
Curvature 1500R
Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Refresh Rate 165 Hz
Response Time 1 ms (MPRT)
Brightness 250 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio 3000:1
Viewing Angles 178° / 178°
Connectivity 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB Type-C, 2x USB 3.0
Adaptive Sync AMD FreeSync
VESA Mount 100 x 100 mm
Dimensions (with stand) 612.5 x 231.5 x 532.5 mm (W x D x H)
Weight (with stand) 6.3 kg
Power Consumption 45 W (typical)
Cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals.
Spare Parts Contact MSI support for replacement stands or power adapters.
Repairability Limited user-serviceable parts. Refer to manual for disassembly.

Frequently Asked Questions - MAG272C MSI

How do I adjust the monitor's height and tilt?
The MSI MAG272C supports tilt adjustment (-5° to 20°) and height adjustment (up to 130 mm). Use the stand lever and tilt the screen gently.
What is the recommended cleaning method for the screen?
Use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with water. Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners.
How do I enable FreeSync?
Connect via DisplayPort or HDMI, then enable FreeSync in the monitor's OSD menu under 'Gaming' settings. Ensure your GPU supports FreeSync.
What is the maximum refresh rate and how to set it?
The maximum refresh rate is 165 Hz. Set it in Windows display settings > Advanced display > choose 165 Hz. Use a DisplayPort cable for optimal performance.
Does the monitor have built-in speakers?
No, the MAG272C does not include built-in speakers. Use external speakers or headphones via the audio jack.
How do I reset the monitor to factory settings?
Press the OSD joystick, navigate to 'Settings' > 'Reset' and confirm. This restores default settings.
What cables are included in the box?
The package typically includes a DisplayPort cable, an HDMI cable, a power cord, and a USB Type-C cable (depending on region).
Can I mount this monitor on a wall?
Yes, it supports VESA 100x100 mm mounting. Remove the stand and attach a compatible VESA bracket.
How do I switch input sources?
Press the OSD joystick, select 'Input Source', and choose between DisplayPort, HDMI, or USB-C. The monitor auto-detects active inputs.
What is the warranty period for the MAG272C?
MSI typically offers a 3-year limited warranty for monitors. Check your region for exact terms.

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USER MANUAL MAG272C MSI

Copyright and Trademarks Notice ....iii

Revision......iii

Technical Support......iii

Safety Instructions....iv

CE Conformity....vi

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement......vi

WEEE Statement......vii

Chemical Substances Information......vii

RoHS Statement......vii

Getting Started

Package Contents....1-2

Installing the Monitor Stand....1-3

Adjusting the Monitor 1-8

Monitor Overview 1-10

Connecting the Monitor to PC....1-16

OSD Setup

Navi Key....2-2

OSD Setup via Navi Key 2-5

Appendix

MAG 272C Series Specifications....A-2

MAG 272C Series Preset Display Modes....A-3

MAG 272 Series Specifications....A-5

MAG 272 Series Preset Display Modes....A-6

Troubleshooting....A-8

Copyright © Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int'l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. MSI reserves the right to make changes to this document without prior notice.

Revision

Revision Date

V1.0 2019/10

Technical Support

If a problem arises with your product and no solution can be obtained from the user's manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please visit https://www.msi.com/support/ for further guidance.

Safety Instructions

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 1

Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly.

All cautions and warnings on the device or user's manual should be noted.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 2

Keep the User's Guide that comes with the package for future reference.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 3

To prevent fire or shock hazard, keep this device away from humidity and high temperature.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 4

Lay this device on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 5

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. Do not disable the protective earth pin from the plug. The device must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet.
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.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 6

The ventilator on the device is used for air convection and to prevent the device from overheating. Do not cover the ventilator.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 7

Do not leave the device in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature above 60^ C or below -20^ C, which may damage the device.

NOTE: The maximum operating temperature is around 40^ C.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 8

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.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 9

Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on the power cord.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 10

Always keep strong magnetic or electrical objects away from the device.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 11

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 work according to user's manual.

The device has dropped and damaged.

The device has obvious sign of breakage.

MSI MAG272C - Safety Instructions - 12

Green Product Features

  • Reduced energy consumption during use and stand-by
    Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health
  • Easily dismantled and recycled
  • Reduced use of natural resources by encouraging recycling
  • Extended product lifetime through easy upgrades
  • Reduced solid waste production through take-back policy

Environmental Policy

The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life.
Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products.
Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information.
Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.com for information regarding proper disposal, take-back, recycling, and disassembly of MSI products.

★ Warning! Overuse of screens is likely to affect eyesight.
★ Recommendations:

  1. Take a 10-minute break for every 30 minutes of screen time.

  2. Children under 2 years of age should have no screen time. For children aged 2 years and over, screen time should be limited to less than one hour per day.

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.

MSI MAG272C - CE Conformity - 1

FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement

MSI MAG272C - FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement - 1

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

(626)913-0828

www.msi.com

WEEE Statement

Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Directive 2012/19/EU, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.

MSI MAG272C - WEEE Statement - 1

Chemical Substances Information

In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:

https://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html

RoHS Statement

Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration

A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, mandates that manufacturers provide material declarations for certain categories of electronic products offered for sale after July 1, 2006.

https://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/cemm_jp.html

https://tw.msi.com/html/popup/csr_tw/cemm_jp.html

India RoHS

This product complies with the "India E-waste (Management and Handling) Rule 2016" and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and 0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.

Turkey EEE Regulation

Conforms to the EEE Regulations of the Republic Of Turkey

Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances

The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation, approved by the Resolution of Cabinet of Ministry of Ukraine as of December 3, 2008 № 1057, in terms of restrictions for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

Vietnam RoHS

As from December 1, 2012, all products manufactured by MSI comply with Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT temporarily regulating the permitted limits for a number of hazardous substances in electronic and electric products.

1

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.

IMPORTANT

  • The illustrations are for reference only. Your monitor may vary in appearance.
  • Do not use any sharp objects on the monitor.

Package Contents

  1. Monitor
  2. Stand
  3. Stand Base with Screw
  4. Power Cord (MAG272C / MAG272CR / MAG272CQR / MAG272CRX)
  5. Power Adapter & Power Cord (MAG272 / MAG272R / MAG272QP / MAG272QR)
  6. HDMI Cable (Optional)
  7. DisplayPort Cable (Optional)
  8. USB Upstream Cable (to enable the USB ports on the monitor)
  9. Quick Start Guide
  10. Warranty Card

* Contact your place of purchase or local distributor if any of the items is damaged or missing.
* Package contents may vary by country.

Installing the Monitor Stand

IMPORTANT

Place the monitor on a soft, protected surface to avoid scratching the display panel.

MAG272C

  1. Align the latches of the stand to the monitor.
  2. Tighten the stand with the stand screws.
  3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base.

MSI MAG272C - MAG272C - 1

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MSI MAG272C - MAG272C - 2

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MSI MAG272C - MAG272C - 3

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  1. Align the latches to place the VESA cover and lock the screws.

Diagram showing a computer monitor with a clip device and its internal components, labeled with number 4.

IMPORTANT

The holes for installing the stand can be also used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit.

MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX

  1. Align the latches of the stand to the monitor.
  2. Tighten the stand with the stand screws.
  3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base.

MSI MAG272C - MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX - 1

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MSI MAG272C - MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX - 2

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MSI MAG272C - MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX - 3

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IMPORTANT

The holes for installing the stand can be also used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit.

MAG272

  1. Align the latches of the stand to the monitor.
  2. Tighten the stand with the stand screws.
  3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base.

1
MSI MAG272C - MAG272 - 1

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2
MSI MAG272C - MAG272 - 2

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3
MSI MAG272C - MAG272 - 3

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IMPORTANT

The holes for installing the stand can be also used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit.

MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR

  1. Align the latches of the stand to the monitor.
  2. Tighten the stand with the stand screws.
  3. Connect the base to the stand and tighten the base screw to secure the base.

MSI MAG272C - MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR - 1

IMPORTANT

The holes for installing the stand can be also used for wall mount. Please contact your dealer for proper wall mount kit.

Adjusting the Monitor

This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities such as tilt and lift.

IMPORTANT

Avoid touching the display panel when adjusting the monitor.

MAG272C
-5° 20°

MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX
130mm -5° 20°

MAG272
-5° 20°

MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR
100mm

-5° 20°

90° 90°

75° 75°

IMPORTANT

Please tilt the monitor backward before pivoting.

Monitor Overview

MAG272C/ MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR
MSI MAG272C - Monitor Overview - 1

natural_image Line drawing of a computer monitor with a stand and spout, no text or symbols present

2 AC IN 3 DP 4 HOMI 5 HOMI TYPE-C 6 Ω 7 UPSTREAM 8

1 Power Button
2 Power Jack
3 DisplayPort
4 HDMI Port HDMI ^TM HIGH-DEFINITION MULTINESE INTERFACE
USB-C Port This port can send simultaneously video signal and power stream up to PD 5V/3A. It doesn't support data transmission function.
6 Headphone Jack
USB 2 0 Type A Port (MAG272C/ MAG272CR) USB 3 2 Gen1 Type A Port (MAG272CQR)
USB 2 0 Type B Upstream Port (MAG272C/ MAG272CR)

USB 3 2 Gen1 Type B Upstream Port (MAG272CQR)

For USB Upstream Cable.

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

9 Navi Key
10 Kensington Lock

MAG272CRX
MSI MAG272C - IMPORTANT - 2

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2 AC IN 3 HDMI HDMI DP TYPE-C 6 7 UPSTREAM 8 9 10

1 Power Button

2 Power Jack

3 HDMI Port HDMI ^TM HIGH-DEFINED MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE

4 DisplayPort

USB-C Port This port can send simultaneously video signal and power stream up to PD 5V/3A. It doesn't support data transmission function.

6 Headphone Jack

7 USB 3 2 Gen1 Type A Port

USB 3 2 Gen1 Type B Upstream Port For USB Upstream Cable.

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

9 Navi Key

10 Kensington Lock

MAG272/ MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR
MSI MAG272C - IMPORTANT - 2

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DP HOMI HOMI TYPE-C UPSTREAM 9 10

1 Power Button
2 DisplayPort
3 HDMI Port HDMI™ HIGH-DIVISION MULTIMEDIAL INTERFACE
USB-C Port

This port can send simultaneously video signal and power stream up to PD 5V/3A. It doesn't support data transmission function.

5 Headphone Jack
6 USB 2 0 Type B Upstream Port For USB Upstream Cable.

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

7 USB 2 0 Type A Port
8 Power Jack
9 Navi Key
10 Kensington Lock

Connecting the Monitor to PC

MAG272C/ MAG272CR/ MAG272CQR/ MAG272CRX

  1. Turn off your computer.
  2. Connect the HDMI/DisplayPort 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 then monitor will auto detect signal source.

Diagram showing a computer monitor setup with labeled components A, B, and C, illustrating cable connection and touch points.

MAG272/ MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR

  1. Turn off your computer.
  2. Connect the HDMI/DisplayPort 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 then monitor will auto detect signal source.

Diagram showing cable connection between a power outlet and a monitor, with labeled points A, B, C, D indicating cable routing or installation.

MSI MAG272C - MAG272/ MAG272R/ MAG272QP/ MAG272QR - 2

The image contains only background ruled lines. According to Rule 2, these lines must be ignored. There is no actual text content to extract.

Therefore, the corrected OCR output is:

[Empty String]

2

OSD Setup

This chapter provides you with essential information on OSD Setup.

IMPORTANT

All information is subject to change without prior notice.

The monitor comes with a Navi Key, a multi-directional control that helps navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

Navi Key OK

The Navi Key default settings are as follows.

Navi Key Hot Key(When OSD menu is OFF)Basic Operations(When OSD menu is ON)
Middle ButtonMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 2OSD Main Menu ■ Entering submenusMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 3■ Confirming a selection or setting
Navi Key Hot Key(When OSD menu is OFF)Basic Operations(When OSD menu is ON)
UpMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 4Game Mode ■ Press MiddleMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 5Button to confirm selection and exit.■ Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust.■ Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit without applying mode effect.■ Selecting function menus and items■ Allowing upward adjustment in function values
DownMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 6Screen Assistance ■Press MiddleMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 7Button to confirm selection and exit.■ Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust.■ Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit.■ Selecting function menus and items■ Allowing downward adjustment in function values
LeftMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 8Alarm Clock ■ Press MiddleMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 9Button to confirm selection and exit.■ Press Up and Down Buttons to select.■ Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit.■ Selecting function menus and items■ Exiting the current menu
RightMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 10Input Source ■ Press MSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 11MiddleButton to confirm selection and exit.■ Press Up and Down Buttons to select.■ Press Left Button to exit.■ Selecting function menus and items■ Entering submenus

Users may enter the OSD Menu to customize their own Navi Key Hot Keys.

More Hot Key options are as below.

Navi Key Hot Key Options Operations
BrightnessMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 12Press Middle Button to save value and exit.Press Up and Down Buttons to adjust.Press Left Button to cancel preview and exit.
Refresh RateMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 13confirm selection and exit.Press Right Button to turn on and Left Button to turn off this function.
Information on ScreenMSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 14Press Middle Button to confirm selection and exit.Press Right Button to turn on and Left Button to turn off this function.

OSD Setup via Navi Key

Press the Middle button of Navi Key to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) main menu. Use the Up, Down, Left, Right buttons to tune the desired function menus to suit your personal preferences.

msi 1220 x 1080 60 Hz HDR ON FreeSync ON HDR 1 Gaming Game Mode ✓ User Professional Night Vision FPS Image Response Time Racing Anti Motion Blur RTS Input Source Refresh Rate FPG Navi Key Alarm Clock Screen Assistance Setting Exit Move Enter

GAMING

1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Game Mode UserAll items can be adjusted by users.
FPS All items can be adjusted by users.
Racing All items can be adjusted by users.
RTS All items can be adjusted by users.
RPG All items can be adjusted by users.
■ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects.■ Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your mode type.
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.
1st Level Menu 2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Anti Motion BlurOFF)■ When Anti Motion Blur is enabled, HDCR and Brightness cannot be enabled and will be grayed out.■ Response time will be grayed out while Anti Motion Blur is enabled.■ Anti Motion Blur have to set to OFF while FreeSync is set to ON.
MSI MAG272C - GAMING - 1 MSI MAG272C - GAMING - 2 ON)
Refresh RateLocationLeft Top■ Users can adjust Refresh Rate in any Mode.■ Default Refresh Rate Location is Left Top. Location is adjustable in OSD Menu. Press the Middle 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■ Users can adjust Alarm Clock in any Mode.■ After setting the time, press the Middle Button to activate the timer.■ Default Alarm Clock Location is Left Top. Users can select their own location.
Right Top
Left Bottom
Right Bottom
OFF
15:00 00:01~99:59
30:00
45:00
60:00
Screen AssistanceNone■ Users can adjust Screen Assistance in any Mode.■ Screen Assistance default is None.
Icon
Position
Reset
FreeSync(OFF)■ FreeSync prevents screen tearing■ DisplayPort or HDMI default is ON and can be adjusted ON/OFF in any mode, any resolution, any input source and any screen refresh rate■ Anti Motion Blur will be disabled, if FreeSync is enabled.
(ON)

▶ Professional

MSI MAG272C - ▶ Professional - 1

1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Pro Mode UserDefault mode. All items can be adjusted by users.
Reader All items can be adjusted by users.
Cinema All items can be adjusted by users.
Designer All items can be adjusted by users.
HDR All items can be adjusted by users.
■ Use Up or Down Button to select and preview mode effects.■ Press the Middle Button to confirm and apply your mode type.
Eye Saver(OFF)■ Eye Saver protects your eyes against blue light.When enabled, Eye Saver adjusts the screen color temperature to a more yellow glow.■ Users can adjust Eye Saver in any Mode.■ When Pro Mode is set to Reader, it is mandatory to enable Eye Saver.
(ON)
HDCR(OFF)■ Users can adjust HDCR in any Mode.■ HDCR enhances image quality by increasing the contrast of images.■ When HDCR is set to ON, Brightness will be grayed out.■ HDCR and Anti Motion Blur cannot be enabled simultaneously.
(ON)
Anti Motion Blur(OFF)■ When Anti Motion Blur is enabled, HDCR and Brightness cannot be enabled and will be grayed out.■ Response time will be grayed out while Anti Motion Blur is enabled.■ Anti Motion Blur have to set to OFF while FreeSync is set to ON.
(ON)
Image EnhancementOFF ■ Image Enhancement enhances image edges to improve their acutance.
Weak
Medium■ Users can adjust Image Enhancement in any Mode.
Strong
Strongest

> Image

1st Level Menu2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
Brightness 0-100■ Users can adjust Brightness in User, RTS, RPG and Reader mode.■ Brightness will be grayed out when Anti Motion Blur or HDCR are enabled.
Contrast 0-100 ■ Users can adjust Contrast in any Mode.
Sharpness 0-5 ■ Users can adjust Sharpness in any Mode.■ Sharpness improves clarity and details of images.
Color TemperatureCool ■ Color Temperature default is Normal.
Normal
Warm
CustomizationR (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.■ Default is Auto.
4:3
16:9

▶ Input Source

1st Level Menu2nd/3rd Level Menu Description
HDMI1Users can adjust Input Source in any Mode.
HDMI2
DP
Type C
1st Level Menu2nd Level Menu Description
Up / Down / Left / RightOFF■ Up Button default is Game Mode.■ Down Button default is Screen Assistance.■ Left Button default is Alarm Clock.■ Right Button default is Input Source.■ All Navi Key items can be adjusted via OSD Menu.
Brightness
Game Mode
Screen Assistance
Alarm Clock
Input Source
Refresh Rate
Information on Screen

MSI MAG272C - Navi Key - 1

Setting

MSI MAG272C - Setting - 1

1st Level Menu 2nd Level Menu Description
Language 繁體中文■ Language factory default is English.■ Users have to press the Middle Button to confirm and apply the Language setting.■ Language is an independent setting. Users' own language setting will override the factory default. When users set Reset to Yes, Language will not be changed.
Transparency 0~5Users can adjust Transparency in any Mode.
OSD Time Out 5~30s Users can adjust OSD Time Out in any Mode.
RGB LED(OFF)Users can adjust RGB LED to On or Off.Default is ON.* Not supported for MAG272C, MAG272, MAG272QP
(ON)
Information on Screen(OFF)■ The information of the monitor status will be showed on the right side of the screen.■ Users can enable or disable the Information on Screen. Default is OFF.
(ON)
Reset YES Userscan Reset and restore settings to original OSDDefault in any Mode.
NO

A

Appendix

IMPORTANT

All information is subject to change without prior notice.

MAG 272C Series Specifications

Model MAG272C(3CA5)MAG272CR(3CA5)MAG272CQR(3CA6)MAG272CRX(3CA0)
Size 27 inch
Curvature 1500R
Panel Type VA
Resolution 1920 x 1080@165Hz 2560 x1440@165Hz1920 x 1080@240Hz
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Brightness (nits) 300 (max)
Contrast Ratio 3000:1
Refresh Rate 165Hz 240Hz
Response Time 1ms (MPRT)
Input Interface HDMI x2, DP x1
I/O■ HDMI x2■ DisplayPort x1■ USB-C x1■ USB 2.0 Type A x2■ USB 2.0 Type B x1■ Headphone Out x1■ HDMI x2■ DisplayPort x1■ USB-C x1■ USB 3.2 Gen1 Type A x2■ USB 3.2 Gen1 Type B x1■ Headphone Out x1
View Angles 178°(H), 178°(V)
DCI-P3/ sRGB90%/ 115%
Surface TreatmentAnti-glare
Display Colors1.07B (8 bit +FRC)
Power TypeInternal Power
Power Consumption(Typical)Power on<66WStandby<0.5WPower off<0.5WPower on<90WStandby<0.5WPower off<0.5W
System Rating100~240Vac, 50~60Hz, 1.5A
Adjustment (Tilt)-5° ~ 20°
Adjustment (Height)NA0 ~ 130mm
Kensington LockYes
VESA Mounting■ Plate Type: 100 x 100 mm■ Screw Type: M4x10 mm► Thread Diameter: 4 mm► Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm► Thread Length: 10 mm
Model MAG272C(3CA5)MAG272CR(3CA5)MAG272CQR(3CA6)MAG272CRX(3CA0)
Dimension (W x H x D)611.5 x 455x 267 mm611.5 x 560 x 267 mm
Net Weight 5.4 kg (net) / 9.0kg (gross)5.9 kg (net) / 13.1 kg (gross)
Environment Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°CHumidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensingAltitude: 0 ~ 5000m

MAG 272C Series Preset Display Modes

Standard ResolutionMAG272C(3CA5)MAG272CR(3CA5)MAG272CQR(3CA6)MAG272CRX(3CA0)
HDMIDP/Type CHDMIDP/Type CHDMIDP/Type CHDMIDP/Type C
VGA 640x480 @60Hz V
640x480 @67Hz V
640x480 @72Hz V
640x480 @75Hz V
Dos-Mode 720x480 @60Hz V
720x576 @50Hz V
SVGA 800x600 @56Hz V
800x600 @60Hz V
800x600 @72Hz V
800x600 @75Hz V
XGA 1024x768 @60Hz V
1024x768 @70Hz V
1024x768 @75Hz V
SXGA 1280x1024 @60Hz V
1280x1024 @75Hz V
WXGA+1440x900 @60Hz V
WSXGA+1680x1050 @60HzV
Full HD1920x1080 @60Hz V
1920x1080 @120HzV
1920x1080 @144HzV
1920x1080 @165HzV
1920x1080 @240HzV
WQHD 2560x1440 @60Hz V V
2560x1440 @120Hz V
2560x1440 @144Hz V V
2560x1440 @165Hz V
Video Timing Resolution480P V
576P V
720P V
1080i V
1080P V
1080P @120Hz V
1440P V
1440P @120Hz V

MAG 272 Series Specifications

Model MAG272(3CA7)MAG272R(3CA7)MAG272QPMAG272QR(3CA8)
Size 27 inch
Curvature NA
Panel Type VA
Resolution 1920 x 1080@165Hz2560 x 1440@165Hz
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Brightness (nits) 300 (max)
Contrast Ratio 3000:1
Refresh Rate 165Hz
Response Time 1ms (MPRT)
Input Interface HDMI x2, DP x1
I/O■ HDMI x2■ DisplayPort x1■ USB-C x1■ USB 2.0 Type A x2■ USB 2.0 Type B x1■ Headphone Out x1
View Angles 178°(H), 178°(V)
DCI-P3/ sRGB95.4% / 122.9% 95.6% / 123.7%
Surface TreatmentAnti-glare
Display Colors1.07B (8 bit +FRC)
Power TypeExternal Power Adapter
Power Consumption(Typical)65W
Power Input100~240Vac, 50~60Hz, 1.6A Max
Adjustment (Tilt)-5° ~ 20°
Adjustment (Height)NA0 ~ 100mm
Adjustment (Swivel)NA-75° ~ 75°
Adjustment (Pivot)NA-90° ~ 90°
Kensington LockYes
VESA Mounting■ Plate Type: 100 x 100 mm■ Screw Type: M4x10 mm► Thread Diameter: 4 mm► Thread Pitch: 0.7 mm► Thread Length: 10 mm
Dimension (W x H x D)614.9 x 451.4 x 225.2 mm614.9 x 532.7 x 206.7 mm
Net Weight4.33Kg(net) / 7.1Kg(gross)6.05Kg(net) / 8.7Kg(gross)
Environment Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°CHumidity: 20% to 90%, non-condensingAltitude: 0 ~ 5000m

MAG 272 Series Preset Display Modes

Standard ResolutionMAG272(3CA7)MAG272R(3CA7)MAG272QPMAG272QR(3CA8)
HDMI DPType C HDMIDP/Type C HDMI DP/TypeC
VGA 640x480 @60Hz V
640x480 @67Hz V
640x480 @72Hz V
640x480 @75Hz V
Dos-Mode 720x480@60Hz V
720x576@50Hz V
SVGA 800x600 @56Hz V
800x600 @60Hz V
800x600 @72Hz V
800x600 @75Hz V
XGA 1024x768 @60Hz V
1024x768 @70Hz V
1024x768 @75Hz V
SXGA 1280x1024 @60Hz V
1280x1024 @75Hz V
WXGA+ 1440x900 @60Hz V
WSXGA+ 1680x1050 @60Hz V
Full HD 1920x1080 @60Hz V
1920x1080 @120Hz V
1920x1080 @144HzVVVV
1920x1080 @165HzVVVVV
WQHD2560x1440 @60HzVV
2560x1440 @120HzV
2560x1440 @144HzVV
2560x1440 @165HzV
Video Timing Resolution480P V
576P V
720P V
1080P V
1080P @120Hz V
1440P V V
1440P @120Hz V

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).

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Product information

Brand : MSI

Model : MAG272C

Category : Monitor