LG 49UH5Q-GQ 49-inch UHD Digital Signage Display

Overview

The LG 49UH5Q-GQ is a 49-inch UHD signage display with a 3840 x 2160 IPS panel, 500 nit typical brightness and 24/7 operation. It runs webOS 8.0 without a separate media player, has three HDMI inputs and a DisplayPort input, and carries an 11.4 mm even bezel for tiled walls. Suited to retail floors, hotel lobbies and reception areas in Doha and Lusail needing dependable content screens.

What the 49UH5Q-GQ is and what it does well

The 49UH5Q-GQ is a 49-inch digital signage display built around a 3840 x 2160 IPS panel with a 16:9 aspect ratio and a 60Hz refresh rate. Its specification lists 500 nit typical brightness, a 1,100:1 typical contrast ratio and 95% BT709 colour coverage. Viewing angles of 178 degrees horizontally and vertically keep menus and wayfinding content readable from the side. The panel is rated for a minimum lifetime of 50,000 hours and for 24/7 operation.

Connectivity and software without a separate player

The display provides three HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort input, each accepting 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 support. Two USB 2.0 Type A ports allow local content playback, and an RJ45 LAN port connects the screen to your network. RS232C input and output ports, an IR input and IR daisy chaining through RS232C let a facilities team link several screens together. The on-screen menu language list includes Arabic and English.

The built-in webOS 8.0 platform handles scheduling, group management, fail over and tile mode up to 15 x 15, with 16GB of internal eMMC memory. It is compatible with SuperSign CMS, SuperSign Control+, SuperSign WB, SuperSign Cloud, Mobile CMS and Connected Care. SuperSign is not included and must be purchased separately, so add it to your quotation request if you plan to manage content centrally.

Mounting, clearance and power planning

The monitor measures 1104.3 x 635.5 x 29.7 mm and weighs 11.4 kg without packaging, or 14.2 kg packed. It uses a 300 x 300 mm VESA pattern. The optional Slim Wall Mount WB21LMA/B leaves about 13.5 mm between panel and wall, and the Normal Wall Mount OLW480A/B is the alternative bracket. Hidden power inlets and simple cable management help the display sit close to the wall, and downward tilt is rated up to 15 degrees at 40 degrees C.

Power is built in, with an input range of 100-240V at 50/60Hz. That range includes Qatar's 240V mains. Typical consumption is 87W and maximum is 134W, equal to 297 BTU/hr typical and 457 BTU/hr maximum, which matters for the cooling load of a small room. The specification lists 61W for the smart energy saving mode.

Where it suits Qatar sites

Retail in The Pearl or West Bay: a looped menu or promotion screen at the entrance of an air-conditioned shop, running all day with content updated from a central system.
Clinics and hospital waiting areas in Al Sadd or Al Rayyan: queue numbers, health information and wayfinding in English and Arabic, scheduled from one place.
Schools and training centres in Education City or Lusail: corridor and reception screens, or a small tiled array in a lobby, where the network port and tile mode simplify setup.

Qatar summer temperatures can exceed 45 degrees C outdoors, so place the screen where the room stays within the 0 to 40 degrees C operating range and 10% to 80% humidity. Confirm the exact position with the SmartRooms Qatar team before ordering.

Planning your installation with SmartRooms Qatar

SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey that checks wall type, viewing distance, cable routes and power outlets. Installation is handled professionally, and delivery covers all 8 municipalities of Qatar. Schools and government offices ordering several units can work through a purchase order or a Monaqasat tender. The product is covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Send us your site location, number of screens and content plan, then request a quote. Our team usually responds within one working day.

Highlights

49-inch IPS panel at 3840 x 2160 UHD resolution
500 nit typical brightness for 24/7 operation
Three HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort input at 60Hz
webOS 8.0 playback without a separate media player
11.4 mm even bezel with tile mode up to 15 x 15
Operating range 0 °C to 40 °C, IP5X rated enclosure

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

96 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

PANEL17

Screen Size (Inch): 49"
Panel Technology: IPS
Back Light Type: Edge
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Native Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (UHD)
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Brightness: 500nit (Typ.)
Contrast Ratio: 1,100:1 (Typ.)
Dynamic CR: 1,000,000:1
Color Gamut: BT709 95% (DCI-P3 80%)
Viewing Angle (H x V): 178 X 178
Color Depth (Number of Colors): 10bit(D), 1.07Billion colors
Response Time: Tr : 8ms / Tf :10ms (Typ.)
Surface Treatment (Haze): 28% (Typ.)
Life time: 50,000Hrs (Min.)
Operation Hours (Hours/Day): 24/7
Portait / Landscape: Yes / Yes

CONNECTIVITY9

HDMI In: Yes(3), 3840x2160@60Hz, HDCP 2.2/1.4
DP In: Yes(1), 3840x2160@60Hz, HDCP 2.2/1.4
RS232C In: Yes(1), 4pin Phone-jack
RJ45(LAN) In: Yes(1)
IR In: Yes(1) (5pin Phone-jack / support internal IR)
USB In: USB2.0 Type A(2)
Audio Out: Yes(1)
RS232C Out: Yes(1), 4pin Phone-jack
IR Out: No (Support IR daisy chain via RS232C IN/OUT)

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION7

Bezel Color: Black
Bezel Width: Even bezel : 11.4mm
Weight (Head): 11.4 kg
Packed Weight: 14.2 kg
Monitor Dimensions (W x H x D): 1104.3 x 635.5 x 29.7mm
Carton Dimensions (W x H x D): 1215.0 x 742.0 x 142.0mm
VESA Standard Mount Interface: 300 x 300

FEATURE - HARDWARE5

Internal Memory (eMMC): 16GB
Temperature Sensor: Yes
Auto Brightness Sensor: YesIR/Light sensor receiver)
Acceleration(Gyro) Sensor: Yes
Local Key Operation: Yes

FEATURE - SOFTWARE31

OS Ver. (webOS): webOS8.0
Local Contents Scheduling: Yes
Group Manager: Yes
USB Plug & Play: Yes
Fail over: Yes
Booting Logo Image: Yes
No Signal Image: Yes
RS232C Sync: Yes
Local Network Sync: Yes
PIP: Yes
PBP: Yes(4)(Support Only One External Input)
Video Tag: Yes(4)(Support Only One External Input)
Play via URL: Yes
Screen Rotation: Yes
External Input Rotation: Yes
Gapless Playback: Yes
Tile Mode Setting: Yes (Max. 15x15)
Setting Data Cloning: Yes
SNMP: Yes
ISM Method: Yes
Auto Set ID: Yes
Status Mailing: Yes
Control Manager: Yes
Smart Energy Saving: Yes
PM mode: Yes
Wake on LAN: Yes
Network Ready: Yes
HDMI-CEC: Yes
SI Server Setting: Yes
webRTC: Yes
Pro:Idiom: Yes

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS2

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

POWER2

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

POWER CONSUMPTION6

Typ.: 87W
Max.: 134W
BTU (British Thermal Unit): 297 BTU/Hr(Typ.), 457 BTU/Hr(Max)
Smart Energy Saving (70%): 61W
DPM: 0.5W
Power off: 0.5W

SOUND1

Speaker (Built-in): Yes (10W X 2)

CERTIFICATION4

Safety: CB / NRTL
EMC: FCC Class "B" / CE / KC
ERP / Energy Star: Yes / Yes
ePEAT(US only): Yes

SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY6

SuperSign CMS: Yes
SuperSign Control+: Yes
SuperSign WB: Yes
SuperSign Cloud: Yes
Mobile CMS: Yes
Connected Care: Yes

LANGUAGE1

OSD: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Korean, Chinese(Simplified), Chinese(Original), Portuguese(Brazil), Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese(Europe), Dutch, Czech, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, Polish

ACCESSORY2

Basic: Remote Controller(include battery 2ea), Power Cord, QSG, Regulation Book, Phone to RS232C Gender, IR/Light sensor receiver(EU/EK Only), Magnetic sheet(2EA, EU/EK Only)
Optional: Slim Wall Mount (WB21LMA/B), Normal Wall Mount (OLW480A/B) IR/Light sensor receiver (ACC-L)

SPECIAL FEATURE3

Tilt (Face down): Max. 15 degree (40℃ temperature)
IP Rating: IP5X
Conformal Coating (Power Board): Yes(Partial space coating)

Downloads

1 file from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets · Opens on manufacturer site UH5Q-G_Datasheet(low)_LG UHD Signage_260413_20260919_183217_.pdf 1.2 MB

Questions about 49UH5Q-GQ

What is the LG 49UH5Q-GQ best used for?

It is a 49-inch UHD signage display for menus, promotions, wayfinding and information loops that run all day. The 3840 x 2160 IPS panel and 24/7 operation specification suit retail floors, hotel lobbies and reception areas where content must stay sharp and readable from a distance.

Will the screen stay readable in a bright shopfront in Doha?

The panel lists 500 nit typical brightness and 1,100:1 typical contrast, with 178-degree viewing angles. Brightness alone does not solve direct sunlight, so position the screen away from unshaded glazing and confirm the exact spot with the SmartRooms Qatar team during a free site survey before ordering.

What temperature and humidity range does it operate in?

The operating range is 0 degrees C to 40 degrees C, with humidity between 10% and 80%. Qatar summer temperatures can exceed 45 degrees C, so the display should sit in an air-conditioned space, not in a sun-heated or poorly ventilated corner. The enclosure is rated IP5X, and the power board has partial conformal coating against salt, dust, iron powder and humidity.

Can it run in portrait mode for a directory in an office lobby?

Yes. The specification lists portrait and landscape operation, and the screen supports screen rotation and external input rotation settings. A vertical directory suits a narrow lobby in West Bay or Msheireb, where a tall layout shows more names or floor listings without wasting width.

What inputs does it have for laptops and media players?

It has three HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort input, each accepting 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 support. Two USB 2.0 Type A ports allow local content playback, and an RJ45 LAN port connects the display to your network. The on-screen menu language list includes Arabic and English.

How do I manage several screens from one place?

Group management, local content scheduling, RS232C sync and wake on LAN are listed in the specification. The display is compatible with SuperSign CMS, SuperSign Control+, SuperSign WB, SuperSign Cloud and Mobile CMS. Playback runs on the display itself without a separate media player, but SuperSign is not included and must be purchased separately, so add it to your quotation request.

Can I build a video wall with it?

Yes, within its setup limits. The even bezel measures 11.4 mm, and tile mode supports up to 15 x 15 screens. A 2 x 2 array of 49-inch panels suits a lobby or small boardroom wall. Confirm the full layout, mounting points and cable routes during a free site survey.

Which wall mounts fit, and what clearance is needed?

The panel uses a 300 x 300 mm VESA pattern. The optional Slim Wall Mount WB21LMA/B keeps the panel about 13.5 mm from the wall, and the Normal Wall Mount OLW480A/B is the alternative. Downward tilt is rated up to 15 degrees at 40 degrees C. A free site survey checks the wall type and load before installation.

How much power does it draw, and does it suit Qatar mains?

Typical consumption is 87W and maximum is 134W, or 297 and 457 BTU per hour, so plan cooling for the room. The built-in power input is rated 100-240V at 50/60Hz, and that range includes Qatar's 240V mains. The specification lists 61W for smart energy saving mode. Confirm your circuit with the installer during the survey.

Is it suitable for a clinic or hospital waiting area in Al Sadd?

Yes. It can show queue numbers, health information and wayfinding in English and Arabic, since the on-screen menu includes Arabic. The 178-degree viewing angle helps patients see content from across the room, and local content scheduling lets staff change messages at set times. Confirm that the waiting area stays within 0 to 40 degrees C.

Can a school or government office order several units under an LPO or tender?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, including Monaqasat, with payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Delivery covers all 8 municipalities, and the product is covered by the manufacturer's warranty. For a school fitting out corridors with several 49-inch units, a free site survey confirms placement first.