LG 49UH5F (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: LG 49UH5F 49-inch UHD Signage Display (Discontinued)
Brand: LG
SKU: lg-49uh5f
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The LG 49UH5F is a 49-inch UHD signage display with a 500 nits IPS panel, 3,840 x 2,160 resolution, 9.9 mm side bezels and IP5x dust protection. LG has discontinued this model. Its 30-degree tilt option, portrait and landscape orientation and built-in speakers suit lobbies, corridors and waiting areas in Doha, Lusail and Education City. Request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement.

What the LG 49UH5F was designed to do

The LG 49UH5F is a 49-inch UHD signage display from the UH5F series, built for indoor spaces where content must stay sharp from a distance and the screen must sit neatly on a wall. The manufacturer has discontinued this model. Organisations that already run it, buyers comparing it with newer panels and teams that need a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation are the readers this page is written for.

Panel and mechanical facts that shape the decision

The panel uses IPS technology with a native resolution of 3,840 x 2,160, four times the pixel count of Full HD. Typical brightness is 500 cd/m² and the listed contrast ratio is 1,100:1. The viewing angle is rated at 178 degrees horizontally and vertically, so people standing to the side of a reception desk or along a corridor see colours close to those seen head-on.

Bezels: 9.9 mm on the top, left and right, and 14.4 mm at the bottom, which helps when several units are placed side by side.
Depth: 39.9 mm chassis depth, with a head weight of 15.4 kg.
Mounting: 300 x 300 mm VESA interface, plus a 30-degree tilt option rated within 30°C and 50% humidity.
Orientation: portrait or landscape, detected automatically at first start-up.

Connectivity and content playback

The display offers three HDMI inputs, one DisplayPort input, DVI-D, audio, and a USB 2.0 port. External control is available through RS232C in and out, an RJ45 LAN port and an IR input. A built-in quad-core processor runs webOS and plays content without a separate media player. The model is listed as OPS-compatible, and the optional OPS Kit (KT-OPSF) can be used if a slot-based player is preferred. Its HEVC support is designed to reduce network traffic by about half compared with H.264 for the same UHD content.

The source lists certified compatibility with Crestron Connected control systems and Cisco video conferencing, and software support for SuperSign CMS, SuperSign Control and Control+, and Signage365Care. The display can also send email notifications when a problem is detected, such as tilting caused by an external impact.

Where it fits in Qatar

A clinic in Al Rayyan replacing printed notices in a waiting room could mount the panel in portrait orientation to show queue numbers and health information, with its built-in speakers supporting short announcements. A bank branch in West Bay might use a landscape unit in the lobby for rate and product messages, while a university building in Education City could place portrait screens along corridors for wayfinding.

What to plan before ordering

The monitor measures 1,098.6 mm wide, 644.5 mm high and 39.9 mm deep. Because the head weighs 15.4 kg, a site survey is recommended before wall-mounting to check the wall, the bracket position and the cable route. Optional accessories include the ST-653T stand, the LSW350B wall bracket and the AM-B330S VESA adapter. The listed operating range is 0°C to 40°C and 10% to 80% humidity, so the display should be installed in an air-conditioned indoor space, not in direct sunlight or outdoors during the summer months. The listed power input of 100-240V at 50/60Hz covers Qatar's 240 V supply.

Request a quote for the LG 49UH5F or for a current equivalent or compatible replacement. SmartRooms Qatar can deliver to all eight municipalities, supply installation, and issue quotations, usually within one working day, against purchase orders or government tenders.

Highlights

49-inch IPS panel with 3,840 x 2,160 UHD resolution
500 nits typical brightness and 1,100:1 contrast ratio
9.9 mm top and side bezels, 14.4 mm bottom bezel
IP5x dust-protected chassis with 30-degree tilt option
Portrait and landscape orientation, detected automatically
webOS playback, OPS-compatible, Crestron Connected and Cisco certified

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

40 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

PANEL12

Screen Size: 49"
Panel Technology: IPS
Aspect Ratio: 16 : 9
Native Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160 (UHD, RGB)
Brightness(Typ.,cd/m²): 500
Contrast Ratio: 1,100:1
Viewing Angle (H x V): 178 x 178
Response Time: 8ms (G to G)
Surface Treatment (Haze): Haze 3%
Life time (Typ.): 50,000 Hrs
Operation Hours: 24 Hrs
Orientation: Portrait & Landscape

CONNECTIVITY3

Input: HDMI (3), DP, DVI-D, Audio, USB 2.0
Output: DP, Audio (Off/Fixed/Variable)
External Control: RS232C In/out, RJ45 (LAN) In, IR In

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION8

Bezel Color: Black
Bezel Width: 9.9mm(T/R/L), 14.4mm(B)
Monitor Dimension (W × H × D): 1,098.6mm x 644.5mm x 39.9mm
Weight (Head): 15.4kg
Carton Dimensions (W × H × D): 1,197mm x 775mm x 162mm
Packed Weight: 18.8kg
Handle: No
VESA™ Standard Mount Interface: 300 x 300 mm

SPECIAL FEATURE2

Tilt (Facedown): Max. 30º *In conditions within 30ºC temperature, 50% humidity
IP Rating: IP5x

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS2

Operation Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Operation Humidity: 10% to 80%

POWER2

Power Supply: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz
Power Type: Built-In Power

POWER CONSUMPTION2

Typ. / Max.: 95W / 130W
Smart Energy Saving: 66.5 W

CERTIFICATION3

Safety: CB / NRTL
EMC: FCC Class "A"/CE/KC
ErP / Energy Star: Yes(EU Only) / Yes (Energy Star 8.0)

MEDIA PLAYER COMPATIBILITY1

OPS Type Compatible: Yes

SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY3

Content Management Software: SuperSign CMS
Control and Monitoring Software: SuperSign Control/Control+
Signage365Care: Yes

ACCESSORY2

Basic: Remote Controller, Power Cord, QSG, HDMI Cable, Regulation Book, Phone to RS232C Gender
Optional: Stand (ST-653T), Media Player, Wall Bracket (LSW350B), VESA Adapter (AM-B330S), OPS Kit (KT-OPSF)

Downloads

6 files from the manufacturer

PDF Manuals & guides MFL71435702_05_240513.pdf 4.5 MB PDF Manuals & guides OM_ARA.pdf 3.7 MB PDF Manuals & guides OM_ENG.pdf 3.3 MB PDF Manuals & guides webOS4.1_ENG.pdf 6.8 MB URL Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site User Guide URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site Software & Drivers (support page)

Questions about 49UH5F

What is the LG 49UH5F and who is it for?

The LG 49UH5F is a 49-inch UHD signage display for indoor use. It suits lobbies, corridors, waiting areas and meeting zones where clear content and a slim wall profile matter. Organisations that already own this model, or need a like-for-like replacement, will find its specifications and connectivity listed here.

Has LG discontinued the 49UH5F?

Yes, the manufacturer has discontinued this model. If you need a display with similar specifications for an existing installation or a new project, request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar. We will recommend a current equivalent or compatible replacement and confirm stock-based availability with the quotation.

Can the 49UH5F be mounted in portrait orientation for queue or wayfinding screens?

Yes. The source lists portrait and landscape orientation, and the display detects its orientation automatically during the first start-up, so the on-screen menu and background content are set correctly without manual rotation. This suits queue screens in a bank branch in West Bay or corridor signage in an Education City building.

Can it be installed outdoors or in a hot entrance during Qatar's summer?

No. The listed operating temperature is 0°C to 40°C and operating humidity is 10% to 80%. Summer temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45°C, so this display should be installed indoors in an air-conditioned space. Its IP5x rating covers dust protection only. Confirm the room conditions with the SmartRooms Qatar team before ordering.

Does the 49UH5F need a separate media player?

Not necessarily. The built-in quad-core processor runs webOS and plays content without a separate media player. The source also lists the unit as OPS-compatible, and an optional OPS Kit (KT-OPSF) is available if your project uses a slot-based player instead.

Which content management software works with the 49UH5F?

The source lists SuperSign CMS for content management and SuperSign Control and Control+ for control and monitoring. Signage365Care is also listed as supported. If your team already manages screens with a different platform, ask us to confirm compatibility before you request a quote.

Is it compatible with Cisco video conferencing and Crestron control systems?

The source states that the UH5F series has certified compatibility with Cisco systems for integrated control in video conferencing, and is Crestron Connected certified for AV control integration. This is useful for a meeting room in a Doha office where the display must switch inputs automatically when a call arrives.

Which inputs and control ports does the 49UH5F have?

It has three HDMI inputs, one DisplayPort input, a DVI-D input, audio, and a USB 2.0 port. It also provides a DisplayPort output, audio output, RS232C in and out, an RJ45 LAN port and an IR input. These ports cover most signage feeds and third-party control links.

Does it work with Qatar's mains power supply?

The listed power supply is 100-240V at 50/60Hz, with a built-in power supply, so it covers the 240 V, 50 Hz supply used in Qatar. Typical consumption is 95 W and maximum is 130 W. When you request a quote, we will confirm the supplied power cord and plug for your site's BS 1363 sockets.

How much space and wall support does a 49UH5F installation need?

The monitor measures 1,098.6 mm by 644.5 mm by 39.9 mm, and the head weighs 15.4 kg. It uses a 300 x 300 mm VESA mounting interface. A site survey is recommended before mounting to check wall strength and cable routing, and the LSW350B wall bracket or ST-653T stand are available as options.

Can the display be tilted for a high mounting position, such as an atrium in Lusail?

Yes, the source lists a maximum tilt of 30 degrees, measured under conditions of 30°C and 50% humidity. A horizontal sensor shows the tilt angle on screen, which helps installers align the panel precisely when it is mounted above eye level.

What happens if the display is knocked or moved out of position?

The UH5F series can send email notifications when a problem occurs, such as tilting caused by an external impact. In a school corridor or a hotel lobby, this means facilities staff learn about a displaced screen immediately, rather than after visitors have noticed it.