Dahua DS04-AI400 Media Player Box for Digital Signage

Name: Dahua DS04-AI400 Media Player Box for Digital Signage
Brand: Dahua
SKU: dahua-ds04-ai400
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Dahua DS04-AI400 is a compact Android 8.1 media player that drives an external display, LED screen or video wall from a network, TF card or USB drive. It outputs up to 4K at 60Hz over HDMI, is rated to run up to 24 hours a day and resumes playback after a power outage. Its metal casing, 12 VDC supply and wall or desk mounting suit shop fronts, lobbies and reception areas across Qatar. Request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar.

What the DS04-AI400 does on screens and video walls

The Dahua DS04-AI400 is a compact media player running Android 8.1 that sends a playlist to an external display. It is built for advertising and information screens, from a single monitor to an LED panel or a video wall, and it can pull content from a network connection, a TF card or a USB drive. Playlists can combine video, pictures, audio, text, PDF files, clock and weather information, and IP camera streams.

Because the player is small, it can sit behind a screen or on a shelf instead of needing a dedicated PC. The casing is metal, and the unit carries CE, FCC and CE RED marks along with an FCC ID.

Performance and connectivity that matter for planning

Processor and memory: quad-core A17 at 1.6 GHz, 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal ROM.
Video output: one HDMI port supporting 480p, 720p, 1080p and 4K at 60Hz.
Network: one RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port, plus Wi-Fi supporting 2.4 GHz with a maximum rate of 50 Mbps.
Storage expansion: one TF card slot up to 128 GB and two USB 2.0 Type A ports.
Control: RS-232 and RJ-45 external control, an IR receiver and a remote control in the box.
Power: 12 VDC, 2W typical and 4W maximum, with standby at 0.5W or less.

The unit operates from -10 °C to +55 °C with 10% to 90% non-condensing humidity. It is rated IP20, which means it offers no protection against water or dust, so it belongs in dry indoor locations.

Where it fits in Qatar

In a shopping centre in Lusail, a retail brand can run a promotional loop across a wall of LED panels through long trading hours, with the 24-hour rating and the resume function keeping the loop going after a supply interruption.

A clinic in Msheireb can use one 4K screen in its waiting area to show bilingual text and PDF notices, with the clock and weather updating on the player itself.

A company with branches in Doha, Al Khor and Mesaieed can push the same content to every screen through Dahua's MPS platform, which offers unified remote management for system integrators and media operators.

What to plan before ordering

Measure the mounting position and confirm the HDMI input resolution of the display, because the picture quality depends on the screen receiving it. The unit measures 184.5 mm by 105 mm by 30 mm including the Wi-Fi antenna and weighs 435 g, so it suits either a wall mount or a desk mount. For heavy content, Ethernet is the better choice, since Wi-Fi tops out at 50 Mbps. Summer temperatures in Doha can exceed 45°C, so place the player in a ventilated, air-conditioned area and confirm the location with the SmartRooms Qatar team. The source data does not state the power adapter input voltage, so confirm it against Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz supply before ordering.

SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, quotations usually within one working day, and delivery to all 8 municipalities of Qatar. Request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar with the quantity, screen sizes and mounting locations, and we will send a quotation that lists the included accessories.

Highlights

Quad-core A17 processor at 1.6 GHz with Android 8.1
2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal ROM
HDMI output up to 4K at 60Hz
Rated to run up to 24 hours a day
Outage resume function for playback after power loss
Wall or desk mount with 12 VDC power supply

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

47 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Built-in System4

Operating System: Android 8.1
CPU: 4 cores A17, 1.6 GHZ
RAM: 2 GB
ROM: 16 GB

Function13

Information Release Platform: Supports multi-level management and media publishing systems with B/S architecture
Information Release: Releases information in real-time such as images, text, rich text, and videos
Rolling Titles: Displays rolling titles over the image
Play Mode: Supports inter-cut play, specified time play, periodic play and gasket play
Play Plan: Play periods can be customized by day, week, or month.
Smart Screen Split: Displays images, text and videos at the same time; The screen can be split into 5 windows.
Real-time Monitoring: Yes
Wireless Frequency Range: 2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz
Wireless Transmission Rate: MAX: 2.4 GHz: 50 Mbps
Audio Compression: MPEG-3,WMA,WAV
Video Compression: MPEG-4, H.264 AVC/MVC, H.265 HEVC
Video Format: mp4, avi, mov, asf, mkv, wmv
Time/Weather: Updates clock and weather information in real-time

Device Ports10

Network Port: 1 × RJ–45 10/100/1000 M self-adaptive Ethernet port
Wi-Fi: Yes, Supports 2.4 GHz
4G: No (Connect with external 4 G modules)
Bluetooth: No
Data Transmission Ports: 1 × TF card slot, up to 128 GB 2 × USB 2.0 ports (type A)
Video Input: No
Video Output: 1 × HDMI Out (480p, 720p, 1080p, 4K @60Hz)
Audio Port: 1 × 3.5 mm jack Mic
External Control: 1 × RS-232 1 × RJ–45
IR Receiver: Yes

General17

Power Supply: 12 VDC
Power Consumption: 2W (typ.); 4W (max.)
Standby Power Consumpton: ≤ 0.5 W
Operating Temperature: –10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F)
Storage Temperature: –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Operatng Humidity: 10%–90% (RH), non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5%–95% (RH), non-condensing
Protection: IP20
Product Material: Metal casing
Casing Color: Black
Product Dimensions: 184.5 mm × 105 mm × 30 mm (7.26" × 4.13" × 1.18") (with Wi-Fi antenna )
Packaging Dimensions: 266 mm × 239 mm × 77 mm (10.47" × 9.41" × 3.03")
Net Weight: 435 g (0.96 lb)
Gross Weight: 870 g (1.92 lb)
Installation: Wall mount; desk mount
Display Mode: External display
Accessory: Power adapter, Wi-Fi antenna, remote control, quick start guide, legal and regulatory information

Certification3

Certifications: CE; FCC; CE RED; FCC ID
Type: Model Description
Media Player Box: DHI-DS04-AI400 Distributed Play Box

Downloads

6 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets DS04-AI400_2024722.pdf 2.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides Distributed Play Box_Quick Start Guide_V1.0.3.pdf 467 KB PDF Manuals & guides Distributed Play Box_User's Manual_V1.0.2.pdf 3.8 MB PDF Drawings & CAD DS04-AI400_DIMENSIONS.pdf 145 KB 2607 Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site DHI_LDM-K(AMPB)_MultiLang_Android_V3.000.0000003.3.R.260718 DOCX Other documents DS04-AI400_A&E_20260407172430.docx 40 KB

Questions about DS04-AI400

What is the Dahua DS04-AI400 used for?

It is a compact media player that takes content from a network, TF card or USB drive and sends it to an external display over HDMI. It suits advertising screens, LED panels and video walls where a full PC would be too large or too exposed. A retail unit in Al Sadd can run promotional video loops, while a clinic in Msheireb can show notices, clock and weather on one 4K screen without a dedicated computer.

Which video outputs and formats does it support?

The single HDMI Out port supports 480p, 720p, 1080p and 4K at 60Hz, so match the player to your screen's input before ordering. Video compression covers MPEG-4, H.264 AVC/MVC and H.265 HEVC in mp4, avi, mov, asf, mkv and wmv files. Audio formats listed are MPEG-3, WMA and WAV. If you are unsure whether your display accepts the resolution, the SmartRooms Qatar team can check it with you before quotation.

Can it run continuously, for example in a mall or hotel lobby?

Yes. The DS04-AI400 is rated to work up to 24 hours a day, which suits a shopping centre in Lusail or a hotel lobby in The Pearl where screens run through long trading or check-in hours. Power draw is 2W typical and 4W maximum, and standby consumption is 0.5W or less. Plan the power adapter location and ventilation, since continuous operation needs a stable, cool spot.

What happens to playback after a power cut?

The player has an outage resume function, so it is designed to return to its playback after power is restored rather than leaving the screen blank. This matters for a wayfinding screen in a government office or a menu board in a café in Al Rayyan, where a blank display looks unmanaged. If your playlist uses time-based schedules, confirm the exact restart behaviour with SmartRooms Qatar during quotation.

How do I manage several players from one location?

The player works with Dahua's MPS platform, which provides unified remote management for system integrators and media operators. The information release platform uses a B/S architecture with multi-level management, so one team can publish playlists across sites. Playlists can be scheduled by day, week or month. A facilities team managing screens across branches in Doha, Al Khor and Mesaieed can update content centrally from one place.

Does it connect wirelessly, and is Ethernet needed?

It has a 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet port and Wi-Fi supporting 2.4 GHz, with a maximum rate of 50 Mbps on that band. There is no Bluetooth, and 4G is not built in, but an external 4G module can be connected. For heavy video or frequent content updates on a busy office or school network, Ethernet is the more reliable choice.

How much content can it store?

The unit has 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal ROM. Storage can be expanded through a TF card slot supporting up to 128 GB and two USB 2.0 Type A ports. A school in Al Wakrah preparing a full term of corridor announcements can keep larger video files on a TF card or USB drive instead of relying only on internal memory.

Can it be controlled by a building system or remotely?

Yes. It has RS-232 and RJ-45 external control ports and an IR receiver, and a remote control is included in the box. The remote suits on-site changes, while external control lets an integrator link the player to a wider control system. Check the control protocol your system needs with SmartRooms Qatar before the quotation is finalised.

How much space does it need, and what mounting options are there?

The unit measures 184.5 mm by 105 mm by 30 mm including the Wi-Fi antenna and weighs 435 g net. It can be wall mounted or placed on a desk. Allow room at the mounting point for the power adapter, HDMI cable and Ethernet cable. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, which help confirm cable routes and placement for wall-mounted screens in buildings such as hospitals and offices.

Is it suitable for hot or dusty locations?

Its operating range is -10 °C to +55 °C with 10% to 90% non-condensing humidity, but the IP20 rating gives no protection against water or dust. Summer temperatures in Doha can exceed 45°C, so place it inside a ventilated, air-conditioned area rather than near a window or outdoor entrance. SmartRooms Qatar can confirm the location during quotation.

What comes in the box, and which certifications apply?

The package includes a power adapter, Wi-Fi antenna, remote control, quick start guide and legal and regulatory information. The product carries CE, FCC, CE RED and FCC ID marks, and the manufacturer's model description is DHI-DS04-AI400. The source data does not state the power adapter input voltage, so confirm it against Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz supply before ordering.

How do I order several units for a school or government project?

Send SmartRooms Qatar the quantity, screen sizes, mounting locations and whether the purchase goes through a tender, including Monaqasat, or a purchase order. Quotations are usually issued within one working day. The company supplies the units, delivers to all 8 municipalities of Qatar and can arrange professional installation. Payment is by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order, and delivery timing is confirmed in the quotation based on stock.