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Sharp MPi4 Kit Signage Media Player – MPi4 Kit powered by Raspberry Pi

The Sharp MPi4 Kit is a Raspberry Pi-based player that embeds into compatible Sharp or NEC large format displays for digital signage. It has a quad-core 1.5 GHz Arm Cortex-A72 processor, 4 GB RAM and 32 GB eMMC storage, with a watchdog timer and real-time clock for scheduling. Procure.ae supplies the MPi4 Kit in the UAE.

The MPi4 Kit uses a quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 processor at 1.5 GHz with VideoCore IV graphics. It decodes H.265 (HEVC) video up to 4Kp60 and H.264 up to 1080p60, and encodes H.264 up to 1080p30. The kit has 4 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM and 32 GB of on-board eMMC storage. Its display interface board provides Ethernet and USB interfaces for network integration and for connecting a mouse, keyboard, sensors or touch. A watchdog timer and real-time clock support intelligent signage functions and scheduling.

The MPi4 Kit fits inside compatible Sharp or NEC large format displays, including ME, M, MA and P series models listed by the manufacturer. Its open platform supports Raspberry Pi software and third-party content management systems, and its exchangeable slot design allows future upgrades. Use it when a display needs an integrated, modular player for retail, quick service menu boards and passenger information, without a separate external media box.

Type
Signage Media Player (Embedded Kit)
  • Embedded design
  • Quad-core CPU
  • 4K HEVC decoding
Price
On request · best price
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Download spec sheet (PDF) Manufacturer datasheet (PDF)
Delivery across UAE & GCCDubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & beyond
Manufacturer warrantyBacked by the brand
InstallationArranged on request

Key features

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Embedded design
Fits inside compatible Sharp or NEC large format displays as an integrated player.
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Quad-core CPU
64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 at 1.5 GHz with VideoCore IV graphics.
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4K HEVC decoding
Hardware H.265 decode up to 4Kp60, and H.264 decode up to 1080p60.
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Memory and storage
4 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM and 32 GB on-board eMMC.
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Upgradeable slot
Exchangeable module slot gives an upgrade path for future computing needs.
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Watchdog and clock
Watchdog timer and real-time clock support intelligent signage functions and scheduling.

Specifications

11 specifications
General
CompatibilitySharp displays ME431, ME501, ME551, ME651, M431, M491, M551, M651, M751, M861, M981, MA431, MA491, MA551, P435, P495, P555
Key FeaturesEmbedded design, quad-core CPU, 4K HEVC decode, 4 GB RAM, 32 GB eMMC, upgradeable module slot, watchdog timer, real-time clock
ModelMPi4 Kit powered by Raspberry Pi
TypeSignage Media Player (Embedded Kit)
Performance
GraphicsH.265 (HEVC) decode up to 4Kp60; H.264 decode up to 1080p60, encode up to 1080p30; OpenGL ES 3.0
Operating SystemRaspberry Pi OS optimised for signage (built to order)
ProcessorQuad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72, 1.5 GHz (VideoCore IV GPU)
RAM4 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM
Storage32 GB on-board eMMC
Connectivity
EthernetYes, via display interface board
Physical
Form FactorEmbedded module for supported Sharp or NEC large format displays

Downloads

Manufacturer documents for the Sharp MPi4 Kit Signage Media Player – MPi4 Kit powered by Raspberry Pi — datasheets, manuals, drawings and certificates.

Questions

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Which Sharp displays is the MPi4 Kit compatible with?
The manufacturer lists compatibility with ME431 (IR-2), ME501 (IR-2), ME551 (IR-2), ME651, M431, M491, M551, M651, M751, M861, M981, MA431, MA491, MA551, P435, P495 and P555 displays. Confirm the exact model with Procure.ae before ordering.
Can the MPi4 Kit run a different operating system?
Yes. The kit is an open platform compatible with Raspberry Pi software. The operating system is supplied as Raspberry Pi OS optimised for signage, or built to order, so ask Procure.ae which build suits your project before ordering.
Does the MPi4 Kit support 4K video?
Yes for playback. Hardware decoding covers H.265 (HEVC) up to 4Kp60 and H.264 up to 1080p60. The kit also encodes H.264 up to 1080p30, and it runs on 4 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM with 32 GB on-board eMMC storage, as listed by the manufacturer.
Can the MPi4 Kit connect to a network and peripherals?
Yes. The display interface board provides Ethernet and USB interfaces for network integration, and for connecting a mouse, keyboard, sensors or touch. The watchdog timer and real-time clock support scheduling for signage playback.
Can I buy the MPi4 Kit in the UAE?
Request a quote via WhatsApp +971 4 546 5041 or email info@procure.ae.