The reliable, standalone PN-M501/M401 is powered by a built-in SoC (System on a Chip) controller to deliver out-of-the box digital signage solutions even without external devices such as PCs. The PN-M501/M401 is durable enough to display the content with continuous 24/7 operation as well as offering the flexibility in settings to support a wide range of signage requirements.
Built-in SoC (System on a Chip)
The PN-M501/M401 has a powerful integrated SoC controller driven by the Arm® Cortex®-A17 quad core processor (max. 1.8 GHz) with 2 GB memory and 8 GB storage. It integrates Android™ OS (4.4) and comes pre-installed with several types of signage support software. This means the PN-M501/M401 is ready to display signage right out of the box, even without a PC.
Supports H.265/HEVC
The built-in SoC controller supports not only H.264/AVC but also H.265/HEVC, a next-generation high-efficiency video codec.
SHARP Open Architecture Platform
The PN-M501/M401 features the SHARP Open Architecture Platform, which allows third-party software developers to create custom signage applications that open up rich possibilities for digital signage in retail, office, and other settings.
Flexibility and Expandability
The PN-M501/M401 features excellent image quality and is designed for flexibility in a variety of settings. Offering brightness of 450 cd/m2 and the durability of 24/7 operation, this model grabs the attention of viewers with the content delivered around the clock.
Excellent Image Quality
Thanks to its 1,920 (H) x 1,080 (V)-pixel resolution, the PN-M501/M401 expresses all the detail and visual impact of your selected full-HD content. A brightness of 450 cd/m2 supports this LCD monitor in its digital signage duties.
Flexible Settings
Whether in a landscape or portrait orientation, the PN-M501/M401 can be installed face-up, face-down, or tilted forward or backward at an angle of up to 90 degrees. Designed for easy hanging installation, it can be suspended from four corners of the rear housing with wires. Such flexibility gives you more freedom to meet today's demanding signage needs.
Support for HDBaseT 2.0 (Option)
Installing an optional HDBaseT Receiver Board (PN-ZB03H) allows the monitor to receive HDMI™ video, audio signals, and control signals sent up to 100 metres via a single LAN cable. This brings convenient connectivity with HDMI devices such as PCs and BD players. Compatibility with the HDBaseT 2.0 standard allows you to remotely operate a PC from a USB device connected to the optional board. With HDBaseT 2.0 support, you can use fewer cables and reduce the time and cost of installation.
Wireless Connectivity (Option)
An optional Wireless Board (PN-ZB03W) allows up to 10 devices including Mac or Windows® computers, smartphones, and tablets to connect to the PN-M501/M401 simultaneously without any cable hassles. You can display the content of one device on the whole screen, or you can display the content from up to four devices in a 2x2 split screen.
Ready for Versatile Signage Support
A variety of signage support functions come standard with the PN-M501/M401. For an instant signage solution, the built-in media player allows you to easily use existing materials to make attractive signage. The integrated SoC also features an HTML5 browser that enables easy web-based signage operation.
Autoplay with Media Player
Displaying still images or videos as signage content couldn't be easier. The built-in media player automatically starts playing the content that is stored either on USB memory device, SD card, or internal storage when the monitor is powered on. It also has a simple schedule function that allows you to pre-register seven patterns for when to start/stop the content playback.
Web-based Signage
Thanks to the HTML5 browser pre-installed on the SoC, web content can be easily shown on the PN-M501/M401 as signage content. All you need to do is enter the URL in the HTML5 browser.
SHARP Content Distributor
This software makes it easy to update the content to be displayed on multiple LCD monitors. Through simple and intuitive PC operation, you can schedule what content gets distributed, when it gets delivered, and which monitors show it. Take advantage of a convenient signage solution that lets you distribute content in a timely manner to multiple monitors.
SHARP e-Signage S
This versatile signage software provides total support for satisfying individual user needs in the creation, scheduling, distribution, and management of a wide range of signage programs for Sharp LCD monitors installed in offices, commercial establishments, public spaces, and many other locations.
