{"product_id":"sharp-mpi4-kit-signage-media-player-mpi4-kit-powered-by-raspberry-pi","title":"Sharp MPi4 Kit Signage Media Player – MPi4 Kit powered by Raspberry Pi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbedded design - Fits inside compatible Sharp or NEC large format displays as an integrated player.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuad-core CPU - 64-bit Arm Cortex-A72 at 1.5 GHz with VideoCore IV graphics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4K HEVC decoding - Hardware H.265 decode up to 4Kp60, and H.264 decode up to 1080p60.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory and storage - 4 GB LPDDR2 SDRAM and 32 GB on-board eMMC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgradeable slot - Exchangeable module slot gives an upgrade path for future computing needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatchdog and clock - Watchdog timer and real-time clock support intelligent signage functions and scheduling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e retail signage, quick service menu boards, passenger information and modular display installations, across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the wider GCC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Sharp displays is the MPi4 Kit compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MPi4 Kit run a different operating system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MPi4 Kit support 4K video?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the MPi4 Kit connect to a network and peripherals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I buy the MPi4 Kit in the UAE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Procure.ae supplies the MPi4 Kit in the UAE, with delivery and installation available across the country. Request a quote on WhatsApp or by email for bulk, project or tender pricing. Procure.ae can also confirm the compatible Sharp or NEC display model for your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequest a quote via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/97145465041\"\u003e+971 4 546 5041\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@procure.ae\"\u003einfo@procure.ae\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sharp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49020363440246,"sku":"MPi4 Kit powered by Raspberry Pi","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2710\/files\/NEC_RPi4_web.jpg?v=1792014228","url":"https:\/\/procure.ae\/products\/sharp-mpi4-kit-signage-media-player-mpi4-kit-powered-by-raspberry-pi","provider":"Procure FZE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}