Hisense 49WF35M (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: Hisense 49WF35M 49-inch Window-Facing High Brightness Display
Brand: Hisense
SKU: hisense-49wf35m
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The Hisense 49WF35M is a 49-inch full HD display built for indoor spaces that face a window, rated at 3,500 nits to stay readable in bright daylight. It runs 24/7, supports landscape or portrait mounting and includes 16GB onboard storage. It suits shopfronts and bank lobbies in Doha. The manufacturer has discontinued this model, so request a quote for a current equivalent.

What the 49WF35M is built to do

The Hisense 49WF35M is a 49-inch digital signage display from the WF35M window-facing series. It is intended for indoor locations where the screen sits in front of glass, which is where daylight tends to wash out ordinary displays. The manufacturer has discontinued this model, and this page is written for organisations that already use one, buyers comparing it with newer options, and anyone looking for a replacement.

The specifications that matter behind glass

Brightness is the headline figure: the panel is rated at 3,500 nits, and a light sensor adjusts brightness automatically as lighting changes through the day. The full HD resolution of 1920x1080 at a 16:9 aspect ratio suits menus, promotional loops and text-based information. The listed contrast ratio is 1300:1, with dynamic contrast up to 350,000:1, and the response time is 8ms. The 178° viewing angle, horizontal and vertical, lets people walking past see the content from different positions.

Operation: rated for 24/7 use with a backlight life of 50,000 hours
Orientation: landscape or portrait
Thermal design: fanless, with smart temperature control and overheating protection
Physical: aluminium shell, black finish, 10mm bezel on all sides, IP5X front panel

Connectivity, storage and content control

The unit runs Android 9.0 on a quad-core Cortex-A53 processor with 2GB DDR memory and 16GB eMMC storage. Content can be stored on the display and played offline, or managed from a cloud-based content management system of your choice. Two HDMI inputs, one HDMI output, two Ethernet ports and an RS232 port give the installer several ways to feed and control the screen. Wi-Fi or LAN is supported, and 3G/4G connectivity is an optional extra. A built-in speaker, audio output and Bluetooth speaker support are also listed.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three situations suit this model well. A retail unit on a street frontage in Msheireb can show offers to passers-by during the day. A bank branch in West Bay can run service messages in a lobby with a large glass wall. A mall unit in Lusail or an entrance area in Al Sadd can use the portrait option for a tall directory or menu board. In each case the screen should be kept away from direct sun, because the source lists an ambient limit of 35°C with the panel in direct sunlight and 45°C without it. Qatar summers regularly exceed those levels, so the room itself needs to be air-conditioned.

What to plan before ordering

Check the wall or frame: the unit weighs 23.6 kg and measures 1096.18 mm by 626.4 mm, with a 300 x 250 mm VESA pattern.
Test glare and reflections at the times of day when the screen will be used.
Confirm the power arrangement, since the listed input is 110/220V at 50/60Hz and Qatar mains is 240 V.
Decide on the menu language, as the source lists Chinese and English only.

SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, professional installation and delivery to all eight municipalities of Qatar, and quotations are usually issued within one working day. To request a quote for this model or a current equivalent, contact the SmartRooms Qatar team with your site details, quantity and preferred orientation.

Highlights

3,500 nits brightness for window-facing installations
Full HD 1920x1080 resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio
24/7 operation with fanless thermal design
Landscape or portrait orientation supported
Two HDMI inputs, two Ethernet ports and RS232 control
Discontinued by the manufacturer; request a quote for a replacement

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

48 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

General13

Model: 49WF35M
Screen size: 49"
Screen Active Area(mm): 1073.8x604.0
Resolution: FHD(1920x1080)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Brightness(nit): 3500nits
Contrast Ratio: 1300:1
Dynamic CR: Up to 350000:1
Viewing Angle(H/V): 178°/178°
Backlight Life Cycle: 50,000 Hrs
Operation Hours: 24/7
Response Time: 8ms
Screen Orientation: Portrait or Landscape

System6

OS: Android 9.0
CPU: ARM Quad Core Cortex-A53 1.5G
GPU: Arm Mali-G52 2EE MC1
DDR: DDR 2GB
ROM: 16GB EMMC
Language: Chinese/English

Connectivity2

Input: USB2.0 x2, HDMI IN x2, Ethernet RJ45 x2, RS232 RJ45 x1, IR in x1, Sensor x1
Output: HDMI Out x1, Audio out x1

Network connection1

Wifi or LAN: Yes 3G/4G connection: Optional

Speaker3

Build in speaker: Yes
Line-out Support: Yes
BT Speaker Support: Yes

Thermal management5

Smart Backlight Control: Yes
Smart Temperature Control: Yes
Smart Fans Control: Fanless
Smart Monitoring System Cloud: Optional / CetusMSC
Overheating protection: Yes

Physical9

IP rating: IP5X (Front Panel)
Glass: No
Shell: Aluminum
Standard Color: Black
Bezel width(T/L/R/B): 10mm(T/B/L/R)
Dimensions: 1096.18(H) x 626.4(W) x 56.75(D) mm
Net Weight: 23.6kg
Packing Dimensions(W×H×D): 1224(W) x 759(H) x 180(D) mm
VESA: 300 x 250mm 20GP container capacity (pcs): 96 PCS 40GP container capacity (pcs): 216 PCS

Operation6

Working environment: Indoor window facing
Auto Brightness control: Light sensor
Operation Temperature (ambient temp.): -10oc to 35oc (Direct Sunlight) -10oc to 45oc (w/o Direct Sunlight)
Operation Humidity: 10% to 80%
Storage Temperature: -10oc to +60oc
Storage Humidity: 10% to 80%

Power2

Power Supply: AC 110 /220V,50/60Hz
Power Type: Built-In Power

What’s in the box1

Accessories: Power cord \ IR receiver \ Remote Control \ AAA batteries x2 \ Wifi antenna \ Lifting ring(M6) x2 \ Fillier pad(M6) x2 \ Spring pad(M6) x2 \ User manual (Electronic version)

Downloads

5 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets 49WF35M_Datasheet_V4.pdf 12.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides HCD_IP_Control_Guide_v1.1.pdf 1.2 MB PDF Manuals & guides HCD_RS232_Control_Guide_v2.0.pdf 6.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides HCD_WF_UserManual_v2.0.pdf 1.7 MB PDF Manuals & guides Quick Installation Guide-Ver2.2_49_55inch.pdf 4.0 MB

Questions about 49WF35M

What is the Hisense 49WF35M designed for?

The Hisense 49WF35M is a 49-inch digital signage display designed for indoor locations where the screen faces a window, so daylight is the main challenge. Its 3,500 nit rating keeps content visible in bright conditions, and its 24/7 operation suits a shop on The Pearl or a bank lobby that runs content all day. The source lists it as indoor window-facing equipment, so it is not intended for outdoor installation.

Is the 49WF35M still available to order?

No. Hisense lists this model as discontinued. SmartRooms Qatar can still prepare a quotation for a current equivalent or a compatible replacement, whether you already own a 49WF35M or are comparing window-facing displays. The team will check the size, brightness, orientation and mounting details against your site before recommending an option.

How bright is the 49WF35M, and why does that matter behind a window?

The source rates the panel at 3,500 nits and includes a light sensor for automatic brightness control. For a screen placed in front of a window, brightness keeps content readable when sunlight enters a room, such as a bank branch in West Bay. The listed contrast ratio is 1300:1, with dynamic contrast up to 350,000:1. Test the placement during daytime, because glare depends on the angle of the glass.

What are the screen size and resolution?

It has a 49-inch screen with a 1920x1080 full HD resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The active area measures 1073.8 mm by 604.0 mm. The response time is listed as 8ms, and the backlight is rated for 50,000 hours. These figures suit menus, promotional videos and text-based information boards viewed at close to mid-range distances in a shop or lobby.

Can I mount it in both landscape and portrait?

Yes. The screen supports landscape and portrait orientation, so the same unit can show a wide promotional video or a tall menu board in an entrance area in Al Sadd. The VESA pattern is 300 x 250 mm. Overall dimensions are 1096.18 mm high, 626.4 mm wide and 56.75 mm deep, with a net weight of 23.6 kg. Confirm the wall and bracket before ordering.

Which inputs and connections does it have?

The unit has two HDMI inputs, one HDMI output, two USB 2.0 ports, two Ethernet RJ45 ports, one RS232 RJ45 port, an IR input, a sensor input and an audio output. Wi-Fi or LAN connection is supported, and 3G/4G is optional. A single display can therefore be fed by a media player, connected to the office network or controlled from a building system through RS232.

Can it play content without an external media player?

Yes, the source says the internal storage can hold media loaded directly onto the screen, so it can play without a separate player. It runs Android 9.0 with a quad-core Cortex-A53 processor, 2GB DDR memory and 16GB eMMC storage. Content can run offline or from a cloud-based content management system, so you can choose the platform that suits your advertising workflow.

Does it support Arabic menus and Qatar's power supply?

The source lists the on-screen language as Chinese and English, so do not assume Arabic menus. Arabic content can still be shown as image or video files. The power input is listed as AC 110/220V at 50/60Hz. Qatar mains is 240 V and 50 Hz, so ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to confirm the power arrangement before you order.

How does the display handle heat during Qatar summers?

The source gives an operating ambient range of -10°C to 35°C with direct sunlight on the panel, and -10°C to 45°C without it. The unit is fanless and includes smart temperature control and overheating protection. Summer heat above 45°C and sun through a glazed frontage in Lusail mean the room should be air-conditioned and the screen kept out of direct sun. Confirm conditions during the site survey.

What comes in the box?

The package includes a power cord, IR receiver, remote control, two AAA batteries, a Wi-Fi antenna, two M6 lifting rings, two M6 filler pads, two M6 spring pads and an electronic user manual. The lifting rings help with handling a unit of around 23.6 kg. The wall mounting bracket and fixings are not listed among the accessories, so confirm them with the team before installation.

Who should buy this display in Qatar?

It suits retail and facilities teams in Doha who need a window-facing screen that stays visible in daylight, such as a shop on a street frontage in Msheireb. It is less suited to meeting rooms or video conferencing, which need different features. Organisations that already own one can request a quote for a current equivalent display that matches their site.

Do you survey sites and install this kind of display?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, professional installation and delivery to all eight municipalities of Qatar. For a 49-inch panel weighing 23.6 kg in a glazed frontage, a survey checks the wall, glare and power access. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and corporate buyers can pay by purchase order.