LG 42SH7DB-M (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: LG 42SH7DB-M 42-inch 700 nits Full HD High-Brightness Signage Display
Brand: LG
SKU: lg-42sh7db-m
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The LG 42SH7DB-M is a 42-inch full HD signage display with 700 nits typical module brightness, suited to lobbies, corridors and sunlit open areas. Its even 7.4 mm bezel suits portrait layouts and video walls. An OPS slot and external media player support let you pick your own player. LG has discontinued this model, so request a quote for a current or compatible replacement.

What the 42SH7DB-M is built for

The LG 42SH7DB-M is a 42-inch signage display from the SH7D series with a 1,920 x 1,080 Full HD panel. Its typical module brightness is 700 cd/m², which keeps messages readable where daylight reaches the screen through glass, such as building entrances, atria and shopfronts. The panel measures 41.92 inches (1064.67 mm) diagonally, so it suits wayfinding boards, schedules and announcements in corridors and reception areas.

Bezel and mounting details that matter for walls

The bezel measures 7.4 mm on all four edges, giving an even frame. When panels are tiled into a video wall or set in portrait orientation, a narrow and consistent gap keeps content continuous and reduces the visual break between screens. The monitor measures 94.9 cm wide, 55.5 cm high and 3.2 cm deep, and the head weighs 12.5 kg. It uses a 400 x 400 mm VESA mounting pattern, so confirm that your bracket and wall structure match before ordering.

Inputs, outputs and media player options

Inputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, analog RGB, audio and USB, one of each.
Control: RS232C (phone jack type), RJ45 and an IR receiver, plus an optional pixel sensor.
Outputs: DisplayPort out, audio out, L/R external speaker out and RS232C out.
Media players: OPS type compatible, with the KT-OPSA OPS kit listed as optional, or an external LG MP500 or MP700 media player.

The OPS provision accepts a third-party OPS player or an HDBaseT box, provided the player complies with the OPS standard. That lets IT teams choose the player that already runs their content platform. Software compatibility is listed for SuperSign-w lite and SuperSign-c.

Where it fits in Qatar

A hotel in West Bay might place one unit near reception to show arrival information and event schedules, where the brightness helps the screen compete with light from lobby windows. In Lusail, a retail centre could place a display at an entrance to promote current offers. A government service centre in Doha may use one in its waiting hall to show queue numbers and service guides, while the narrow bezel allows a neat portrait arrangement.

A private school in Al Wakrah fitting out a new corridor could mount a row of units on one wall to show timetables and events. Because the bezel is narrow, the displays look tidy when placed side by side.

What to plan before you order

The source data does not state an operating temperature range, so confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team before installing near windows or in outdoor-facing locations. Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C, so ask us to review the conditions at your exact site. Plan for the 12.5 kg head and the 400 x 400 mm VESA pattern, and book a free site survey to check wall strength, cable routes and viewing height.

LG has discontinued this model. If you already run it and plan to expand, ask us which current models match its size, bezel and connectivity. Organisations ordering several units can issue a purchase order (LPO), and government buyers can also work through tenders, including Monaqasat. Delivery covers all 8 municipalities of Qatar, with professional installation available.

Request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar for the 42SH7DB-M or for a current equivalent. Tell us the number of units, the mounting locations and the media player you plan to use, and our team will return a quotation, usually within one working day.

Highlights

42-inch Full HD panel at 1,920 x 1,080 resolution
700 cd/m² typical module brightness
7.4 mm even bezel on all four edges
400 x 400 mm VESA mounting interface
OPS type compatible with optional KT-OPSA kit
HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, analog RGB and USB inputs

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

28 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

PANEL3

Screen Size: 41.92" (1064.67mm) diagonal
Resolution: 1,920 x 1,080 (FHD)
Brightness (Module, Typ., cd/m²): 700

CONNECTIVITY - INTPUT10

HDMI: Yes (1)
DP: Yes (1)
DVI: Yes (1)
Analog (RGB): Yes (1)
Audio: Yes (1)
External Control (RS232C(Phone Jack Type)): Yes (1)
External Control (RJ45): Yes (1)
External Control (IR receiver): Yes (1)
External Control (Pixel Sensor(Optional)): Yes
USB: Yes (1)

CONNECTIVITY - OUTPUT4

DP Out: Yes
Audio Out: Yes
Externel Speaker Out: Yes (1, L/R)
External Control (RS232C OUT): Yes (1)

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION4

Bezel Width: 7.4mm (T/L/R/U even)
Monitor Dimension (W x H x D): 94.9cm X 55.5cm X 3.2cm
Weight (Head): 12.5kg
VESA™ Standard Mount Interface: 400mm x 400mm

MEDIA PLAYER COMPATIBILITY2

OPS Type Compatible: Yes
External Media Player Attatchable: Yes (MP500/MP700)

SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY2

SuperSign-w lite: Yes
SuperSign-c: Yes

ACCESSORY2

Basic: Remote Controller (include battery 2ea), Power Cord, QSG, RGB Cable, Regulation Book, Phone to RS232C Gender, IR Receiver
Optional: SP-2100 (External Speaker), ST-200T, LSW440S, AN-WF500 (WiFi USB Dongle), KT-OPSA (OPS Kits), KT-SP0 (Pixel Sensor)

GENERAL1

Region: Global

Downloads

5 files from the manufacturer

PDF Manuals & guides MFL69178801_02_E_WW_190130.pdf 2.3 MB PDF Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site ENG.pdf 1.9 MB PDF Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site ENG.pdf 4.0 MB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site Owner's Manual URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site Software & Drivers (support page)

Questions about 42SH7DB-M

Is the LG 42SH7DB-M still sold by LG?

LG has discontinued the 42SH7DB-M. If you are buying for a new site or expanding an existing installation, request a quote and we will match the 42-inch size, 700 cd/m² brightness, 7.4 mm bezel and the connections you need with a current equivalent or compatible replacement for your project.

Who is the 42SH7DB-M suited to?

It suits organisations that need a 42-inch Full HD screen for signage in shared indoor areas that receive daylight, such as a hotel lobby in West Bay showing arrival information and event schedules, or an office reception in Doha. Its 1,920 x 1,080 resolution suits menus, timetables and short looping video clips.

Is 700 nits bright enough for a Doha lobby with large windows?

The data lists a typical module brightness of 700 cd/m², which helps where sunlight reaches the screen. Glare depends on window orientation, blinds and screen angle, so a site survey is the right first step. Our team can check the display position against the windows before you order and advise whether the model suits that location.

Can I build a video wall with it?

Yes. The 7.4 mm bezel is even on the top, left, right and bottom, which keeps joins tidy when panels sit side by side, and the narrow frame also suits portrait layouts. Plan the wall grid, the 400 x 400 mm VESA bracket spacing and cable access before ordering. A site survey in a Doha control room will confirm the wall can carry the combined weight.

What inputs and outputs does it have?

Inputs include one each of HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, analog RGB, audio and USB. Control options are RS232C with phone jack, RJ45 and an IR receiver, with an optional pixel sensor. Outputs include DisplayPort out, audio out, L/R external speaker out and RS232C out. Check that your source devices use these connections before you order.

Can I use my own media player with it?

Yes, provided the player complies with the OPS standard. The model is listed as OPS type compatible, and the source describes an OPS kit that takes a third-party OPS player or an HDBaseT box. The KT-OPSA OPS kit is an optional accessory, and LG's MP500 and MP700 external media players are also listed as attachable.

Which software works with it?

The source data lists compatibility with SuperSign-w lite and SuperSign-c. Choose your content platform before ordering, because your IT team will need to match it with the network and player setup. Our team can help confirm the right combination for a school, hospital or ministry network and include the player in your quotation.

What is included in the box?

The basic package includes a remote controller with two batteries, a power cord, a quick setup guide, an RGB cable, a regulation book, a phone-to-RS232C gender adapter and an IR receiver. Check the contents on arrival against your quotation, and ask us if any item is missing.

What optional accessories are available?

Optional items listed for this model are the SP-2100 external speaker, the ST-200T, the LSW440S, the AN-WF500 WiFi USB dongle, the KT-OPSA OPS kit and the KT-SP0 pixel sensor. Confirm compatibility for your exact configuration before adding any accessory, and your quotation will list each model number clearly.

How heavy is it and how should it be mounted?

The head weighs 12.5 kg and the monitor measures 94.9 cm wide, 55.5 cm high and 3.2 cm deep. It uses a 400 x 400 mm VESA interface. Fix it with a bracket rated for that weight to a solid wall or column. In a school corridor in Al Wakrah, set the height for pupils and staff, and have our installation team check the wall before drilling.

Can it be installed outdoors or in a very hot area?

The source data does not list an operating temperature range or an outdoor rating, so do not assume either. Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C and dust storms are common, so confirm the exact location with the SmartRooms Qatar team before installation. For an industrial site in the Industrial Area or Mesaieed, we will advise on the environment before preparing the quotation.

We need several units for a ministry. How do we order?

SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and supports government tenders, including Monaqasat. Send us the number of units, mounting locations and any accessories. We usually return a quotation within one working day, and delivery covers all 8 municipalities of Qatar, with professional installation and a free site survey.