IAdea XMP-8552 4K Digital Signage Media Player

Name: IAdea XMP-8552 4K Digital Signage Media Player
Brand: IAdea
SKU: iadea-xmp-8552
Availability: InStock

Overview

The IAdea XMP-8552 is a 4K media player for kiosks and digital signage, built on a quad-core processor and running Android 12. It plays H.265 video up to 4K and outputs over HDMI 2.0 at 4K 60fps. Unlike its XMP-8550 sibling, this model adds dual-band Wi-Fi, IEEE 802.3af PoE and an external antenna port. It suits wayfinding kiosks, retail screens and lobby signage across Doha and Lusail.

A quad-core Android 12 player built for kiosks

The IAdea XMP-8552 is a media player for organisations that run content on screens without a computer attached. Its quad-core processor runs Android 12 (API 12.0) and plays H.265/HEVC video up to 4K (3840 x 2160), while H.264, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MPEG-1 and VC-1 content plays up to 1080p. A single HDMI 2.0 output carries 4K at 60fps to the display. Images are accepted as JPEG or PNG up to 1920 x 1080, and MP3 audio up to 320 Kbps is supported.

Storage is 16 GB of built-in eMMC, and memory can be expanded to 16 GB or 32 GB with a microSD or SDHC card. A microSD card bracket is included. The unit measures 186 x 119 x 27.6 mm, so plan its mounting position inside any enclosure or behind the display before installation.

Wireless and PoE options that reduce cabling

Where the XMP-8550 offers only Gigabit Ethernet, the XMP-8552 adds IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi, IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet and an external antenna port. An external 2 dB wireless antenna is supplied with the unit. This is useful at reception desks or hallway screens where a network cable is hard to run. Before ordering, confirm that your network switch supports 802.3af, and plan Wi-Fi coverage with a site survey.

Running unattended: remote commissioning and offline playback

Kiosk and signage players often sit in places nobody checks daily, so the features that keep them running matter most. The XMP-8552 supports remote commissioning, AlwaysOn and AppLock to block unauthorised access, and StrongCache, which keeps content playing when the network is unavailable. A watchdog timer provides device monitoring. Content is managed through the SignApps Express Utility, and a third-party content management solution is available under an optional licence.

Where the XMP-8552 fits in Qatar

Three scenarios show where this player is most useful. A clinic in Al Sadd could drive a self-service check-in or wayfinding kiosk in an air-conditioned lobby, with touch input and continued playback if the network drops. A shopping mall in West Bay could run directory screens and promotional loops, where the Wi-Fi option avoids routing a cable to every pillar. A university in Education City or a ministry office in Msheireb could run a reception video wall with one player per screen, with content managed from a central point.

Planning checks before you order

Temperature: operating range is -20 to 50 °C, with humidity from 10 to 85 % at 45 °C, non-condensing.
Power: the adapter accepts 100 to 240 V at 50 to 60 Hz and outputs 12 V at 1.5 A.
Plugs: the adapter ships with US, EU, UK and Australian plug heads, so confirm a BS 1363 Type G solution before installation.

Summer temperatures in Qatar often exceed 45 °C, and a player inside a closed kiosk can run hotter than the room. Ask SmartRooms Qatar to review ventilation before the enclosure is built. Send us the number of units, screen sizes, mounting locations and whether you need Wi-Fi or PoE, and request a quote. We usually return quotations within one working day, and free site surveys are available before installation.

Highlights

Quad-core processor running Android 12 (API 12.0)
H.265 playback up to 4K with HDMI 2.0 output at 60fps
Dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi with external 2 dB antenna
IEEE 802.3af PoE alongside Gigabit Ethernet
16 GB eMMC storage with StrongCache offline playback
Operating temperature range of -20 to 50 °C

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

45 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Series comparison30

XMP-8550 · Local Storage: 16 GB eMMC built-in Micro SD card (replaces internal storage)
XMP-8550 · Andriod: API 12.0
XMP-8550 · Supported Video Formats: H.265/HEVC up to 4K (3840 x 2160) H.264/AVC up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-4 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) VC-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080)
XMP-8550 · Connectivity: IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet
XMP-8550 · Ports: Gigabit Ethernet port x 1 HDMI 2.0 (3840 x 2160 @ 60fps) x 1 Micro USB x 1 USB 2.0 x 1 USB 3.0 x 1 3.5 mm analog stereo audio out x 1
XMP-8550 · Accessories: HDMI cable Velcro DC jack bracket Micro SD card bracket M2.5 screw x 2 Quick Start Guide AC power adapter with interchangeable plug head (US/EU/UK/AUS) SignApps Express QR code
XMP-8550 · Supported Open Standards: HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS W3C SMIL for cross-platform management W3C Widgets for HTML delivery Android API 12.0
XMP-8550 · Power: Input: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60 Hz, 0.5 A Max. Output: 12V, 1.5 A UL/CB/PSE certified power supply
XMP-8550 · Supported Image Formats: JPEG up to 1920 x 1080 PNG up to 1920 x 1080
XMP-8550 · Expansion Options: Memory expandable to 16 GB / 32 GB with Micro SD / SDHC card
XMP-8550 · Supported Audio Formats: MP3 up to 320 Kbps
XMP-8550 · Environmental Tolerance: Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C Humidity: 10 to 85 % @ 45 °C, non-condensing Shock: IEC 60068-2-27 Table A.1 (railway) Vibration: 1.5 G @ 5 - 200Hz, random
XMP-8550 · Advanced Signage Features: Remote commissioning AlwaysOn, AppLockto prevent unauthorized access StrongCache for continued playback even when network is not available
XMP-8550 · Content Management: SignApps Express Utility 3rd party solution (optional license)
XMP-8550 · HTML5 Support: Widgets for calendar, clock, news, and web page integration HTML5 technologies including CSS and Javascript WebKit-based browser engine, same as Google Chrome™ and Apple Safari® browsers
XMP-8552 · Local Storage: 16 GB eMMC built-in Micro SD card (replaces internal storage)
XMP-8552 · Andriod: API 12.0
XMP-8552 · Supported Video Formats: H.265/HEVC up to 4K (3840 x 2160) H.264/AVC up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-4 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) VC-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080)
XMP-8552 · Connectivity: IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi IEEE 802.3af PoE
XMP-8552 · Ports: Gigabit Ethernet port x 1 HDMI 2.0 (3840 x 2160 @ 60fps) x 1 Micro USB x 1 USB 2.0 x 1 USB 3.0 x 1 3.5 mm analog stereo audio out x 1 External antenna port x 1
XMP-8552 · Accessories: HDMI cable External 2 dB wireless antenna Velcro DC jack bracket Micro SD card bracket M2.5 screw x 2 Quick Start Guide AC power adapter with interchangeable plug head (US/EU/UK/AUS) SignApps Express QR code
XMP-8552 · Supported Open Standards: HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS W3C SMIL for cross-platform management W3C Widgets for HTML delivery Android API 12.0
XMP-8552 · Power: Input: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60 Hz, 0.5 A Max. Output: 12V, 1.5 A UL/CB/PSE certified power supply
XMP-8552 · Supported Image Formats: JPEG up to 1920 x 1080 PNG up to 1920 x 1080
XMP-8552 · Expansion Options: Memory expandable to 16 GB / 32 GB with Micro SD / SDHC card
XMP-8552 · Supported Audio Formats: MP3 up to 320 Kbps
XMP-8552 · Environmental Tolerance: Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C Humidity: 10 to 85 % @ 45 °C, non-condensing Shock: IEC 60068-2-27 Table A.1 (railway) Vibration: 1.5 G @ 5 - 200Hz, random
XMP-8552 · Advanced Signage Features: Remote commissioning AlwaysOn, AppLockto prevent unauthorized access StrongCache for continued playback even when network is not available
XMP-8552 · Content Management: SignApps Express Utility 3rd party solution (optional license)
XMP-8552 · HTML5 Support: Widgets for calendar, clock, news, and web page integration HTML5 technologies including CSS and Javascript WebKit-based browser engine, same as Google Chrome™ and Apple Safari® browsers

XMP-855215

Technical Specifications · Local Storage: 16 GB eMMC built-in Micro SD card (replaces internal storage)
Technical Specifications · Dimensions: 186 x 119 x 27.6mm / 7.32 x 4.69 x 1.09"
Technical Specifications · Supported Video Formats: H.265/HEVC up to 4K (3840 x 2160) H.264/AVC up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-4 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-2 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) MPEG-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080) VC-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080)
Technical Specifications · Connectivity: IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi IEEE 802.3af PoE
Technical Specifications · Ports: Gigabit Ethernet port x 1 HDMI 2.0 (3840 x 2160 @ 60fps) x 1 Micro USB x 1 USB 2.0 x 1 USB 3.0 x 1 3.5 mm analog stereo audio out x 1 External antenna port x 1
Technical Specifications · Accessories: HDMI cable External 2 dB wireless antenna Velcro DC jack bracket Micro SD card bracket M2.5 screw x 2 Quick Start Guide AC power adapter with interchangeable plug head (US/EU/UK/AUS) SignApps Express QR code
Technical Specifications · Supported Open Standards: HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS W3C SMIL for cross-platform management W3C Widgets for HTML delivery Android API 12.0
Technical Specifications · Power: Input: 100 - 240V, 50 - 60 Hz, 0.5 A Max. Output: 12V, 1.5 A UL/CB/PSE certified power supply
Technical Specifications · Supported Image Formats: JPEG up to 1920 x 1080 PNG up to 1920 x 1080
Technical Specifications · Expansion Options: Memory expandable to 16 GB / 32 GB with Micro SD / SDHC card
Technical Specifications · Supported Audio Formats: MP3 up to 320 Kbps
Technical Specifications · Environmental Tolerance: Operating temperature: -20 to 50 °C Humidity: 10 to 85 % @ 45 °C, non-condensing Shock: IEC 60068-2-27 Table A.1 (railway) Vibration: 1.5 G @ 5 - 200Hz, random
Technical Specifications · Advanced Signage Features: Remote commissioning AlwaysOn, AppLockto prevent unauthorized access StrongCache for continued playback even when network is not available
Technical Specifications · Content Management: SignApps Express Utility 3rd party solution (optional license)
Technical Specifications · HTML5 Support: Widgets for calendar, clock, news, and web page integration HTML5 technologies including CSS and Javascript WebKit-based browser engine, same as Google Chrome™ and Apple Safari® browsers

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Questions about XMP-8552

What is the IAdea XMP-8552 used for?

The XMP-8552 is a media player that drives digital signage and kiosk screens from a single HDMI output, without a PC. It suits wayfinding kiosks, self-service terminals and retail or lobby displays. Its quad-core processor runs Android 12 and plays 4K H.265 video, so one unit can run a touch kiosk or information screen in a hospital, mall or government office in Doha.

How is the XMP-8552 different from the XMP-8550?

The main difference is connectivity. The XMP-8552 adds IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi, IEEE 802.3af PoE and an external antenna port, and it includes a 2 dB wireless antenna. The XMP-8550 offers Gigabit Ethernet only. Both share the same processor, 4K HDMI 2.0 output, 16 GB eMMC storage and environmental rating, so choose the XMP-8552 where a wired network connection is difficult to reach.

Which video and image formats does it play?

It plays H.265/HEVC up to 4K (3840 x 2160), and H.264/AVC, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, MPEG-1 and VC-1 up to 1080p (1920 x 1080). Images are supported as JPEG and PNG up to 1920 x 1080, and audio as MP3 up to 320 Kbps. The HDMI 2.0 output runs at 3840 x 2160 at 60fps, so a 4K screen receives full-resolution content from the player.

Does the XMP-8552 need a network cable?

Not necessarily. Wired connectivity uses a Gigabit Ethernet port, and the XMP-8552 also supports dual-band Wi-Fi with the external 2 dB antenna included. It supports IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet, so a compatible switch can power the unit over a single cable. Before ordering, confirm your switch supports 802.3af, and ask for a site survey if the Wi-Fi path crosses thick walls.

Can it keep playing if the internet connection drops?

Yes. StrongCache is designed for continued playback when the network is not available. This matters for a clinic reception or government kiosk, where a brief outage should not leave a blank screen. Content already stored on the 16 GB eMMC or on an installed microSD card continues to run. Discuss your content volume with SmartRooms Qatar so the storage plan matches your playlists.

Does it support touch for kiosk use?

Yes, the XMP-8552 supports touch for interactive wayfinding and self-service kiosks. Typical uses include a check-in kiosk at a clinic in Al Sadd or a directory terminal at a Doha shopping mall. Because the touch display is a separate purchase, confirm its interface and compatibility with the player during quotation so the complete kiosk is specified correctly.

How do I manage several players remotely?

The unit supports remote commissioning, and content is managed through the SignApps Express Utility. A third-party content management solution is also supported under an optional licence. This is useful for a university with screens spread across several buildings in Education City, where units and content need to be managed without visiting every screen. Request a quote to confirm the management route that suits your number of screens.

Will it cope with Qatar's summer heat?

The operating temperature range is -20 to 50 °C, with humidity from 10 to 85 % at 45 °C, non-condensing. Summer temperatures in Qatar often exceed 45 °C, and an enclosed kiosk can run hotter than the room around it. Keep the player in a ventilated, air-conditioned space and ask SmartRooms Qatar to review the enclosure before installation. No outdoor rating is listed, so do not plan for direct sun or open-air sites.

Does the power adapter work with Qatar sockets?

The power input is rated 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz, and the adapter outputs 12 V at 1.5 A. The package includes interchangeable plug heads for US, EU, UK and Australian sockets. Qatar uses BS 1363 Type G sockets, and a Type G plug is not listed among the included options. SmartRooms Qatar should confirm the plug configuration supplied with your order before installation.

How much storage does it have, and can it be expanded?

It has 16 GB of built-in eMMC storage. Memory can be expanded to 16 GB or 32 GB with a microSD or SDHC card, and a microSD card bracket is included. Plan storage around your video files, since 4K material takes considerably more space than 1080p. A school lobby looping a short welcome video needs far less than a kiosk with a long multi-language playlist, so size the card to your content before ordering.

We are a school in Al Wakrah buying several units. What should we plan?

Start with the number of screens, their locations and mounting heights, then request a free site survey. The main planning points are the network port or Wi-Fi coverage, a power outlet near each mount, and ventilation inside any enclosure. SmartRooms Qatar usually returns quotations within one working day and accepts purchase orders (LPOs) for school purchases, with payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order.

Can we use the XMP-8552 for a directory screen in a government building in Doha?

Yes, a directory or information screen is a typical use for this player, provided the display and the content workflow are planned together. Use the HDMI 2.0 output for the screen, the Gigabit Ethernet or Wi-Fi link for content, and a secured location for the unit. Ask SmartRooms Qatar to confirm the display size and mounting method with your quotation so the installation matches the building layout.