Description
Sharp NEC 55" ME552 Digital Signage
Create pixel-perfect imagery at a cost-conscious price point with the new fully commercial Sharp ME Series large format displays.
By focusing on bringing high-powered, integrated and easy-to-use media playback to the customer while maintaining the proven reliability and quality of previous products, the ME series gives customers a reliable mainstream display to fit all of their digital signage needs.
The flexible system-on-chip platform allows high-end media playback via USB or internal storage. Powered by Android 13, the display also allows installation of separate APK applications when a third-party app is required.
The updated OSD design includes both new and legacy functionality within a refreshed and modern interface.
Key Features
- Seamless connectivity with a single cable connection between notebook and display. Native USB-C supports Bring Your Own Device workflows.
- Powerful System-on-Chip design to support digital signage playback and applications.
- Best readability with a high haze panel that reduces glare and reflections in bright environments.
- Bidirectional and full external control allowing easy integration into control systems via LAN or RS232C.
- 450 cd/m² brightness with HDR compatibility for impactful content display.
- Integrated media player enabling playlist creation and scheduled playback via USB or onboard storage.
- Failover capabilities with input detection to automatically switch to backup sources.
- NaViSet Administrator 2 software for centralised display management.
| DISPLAY | |
|---|---|
| Panel Technology | IPS with Direct LED backlights |
| Screen Size | 55" / 138.8 cm |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Brightness | 450 cd/m² |
| Contrast Ratio | 1200:1 |
| Viewing Angle | 178° horizontal / 178° vertical |
| Colour Depth | 1.073 billion (8-bit + FRC) |
| HDR | HLG; PQ |
| Response Time | 8 ms |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Haze Level | 25% |
| Orientation | Landscape; Portrait |
| RESOLUTION | |
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Supported Resolutions | 640 x 480, 720 x 480, 720 x 576, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720, 1280 x 800, 1280 x 1024, 1360 x 768, 1366 x 768, 1400 x 1050, 1440 x 900, 1600 x 1200, 1680 x 1050, 1920 x 1080, 1920 x 1200, 1920 x 2160, 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160 |
| SYNCHRONISATION RATE | |
| Horizontal Frequency | 15 - 135 kHz |
| Vertical Frequency | 23 - 76 Hz |
| CONNECTIVITY | |
| Input Video | 1 x USB-C (HDCP 1.3/2.2); 3 x HDMI (HDCP) |
| Input Audio | 1 x USB-C; 3 x HDMI |
| Control Input | LAN (100Mbit); RS232; 3.5mm remote jack |
| USB Ports | 3 x USB 2.0 |
| Audio Output (Analogue) | 1 x 3.5mm jack |
| Audio Output (Digital) | 1 x SPDIF; 1 x HDMI |
| Input Detection | Custom; First; Last |
| ELECTRICAL | |
| Power Consumption | 120 W |
| Power Saving | <0.5 W; <2 W (Network standby) |
| Power Management | VESA DPMS |
| Power Supply | 100–240V AC; 50/60 Hz |
| ENVIRONMENTAL | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% |
| MECHANICAL | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 1233 x 703.5 x 62 mm |
| Weight | 13.2 kg |
| Bezel Width | 9.9 mm |
| VESA Mount | 400 x 400 mm (M6) |
| Ingress Protection | IP5x (front/back) |
| Packaging Dimensions | 1332 x 819 x 156 mm |
| Packaging Weight | 20.3 kg |
| Bezel Colour | Process Black |
| Material | Metal |
| MEDIA PLAYER | |
| File System | USB 2.0 / FAT16, FAT32 |
| Video Formats | MKV, MP4 (H.264, HEVC/H.265 up to 4096x2160@60fps) |
| Audio Formats | MP3 (max 320 kbps) |
| EMBEDDED SYSTEM | |
| OS | Android 13 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 32 GB |
| Apps | File Manager; Web Browser |
| ACCESSORIES | |
| Optional Accessories | Feet, Presence Sensor, Soundbar, Speaker, Trolley, Wall Mount, WiFi Dongle |
| REGULATORY | |
| Compliance | CE, FCC Class B, Energy Star 8, RCM, RoHS, VCCI, etc. |
| Pixel Policy | ISO 9241-307 Class 1 |
| Fire Resistance | UL94-5VB certified |
| GREEN FEATURES | |
| Energy Consumption | 118 kWh/1000h |
| Energy Class | G |
| CERTIFICATIONS | |
| Crestron | CCV2; XiO Cloud |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | |
| Special Features | DICOM Simulation; HDMI ARC; Powered USB (15W); Removable Logo |
| Audio | 2 x 10W Speakers |
| Included | Display, Remote, HDMI Cable, Power Cable, Batteries, Manual |
| Warranty | 3 years (optional extension available) |
| Operating Hours | 18/7 |
| Control | AMX, Crestron, HDMI CEC, HTTP Browser, PJLink, Timer, SNMP |
| Remote Management | NaViSet Administrator 2; Email Alerts |
| Security | Disable HW Buttons; Disable IR |