Panasonic TH-98CQE2 98-inch 4K UHD Commercial Display

Name: Panasonic TH-98CQE2 98-inch 4K UHD Commercial Display
Brand: Panasonic
SKU: panasonic-th-98cqe2
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Panasonic TH-98CQE2 is a 98-inch class 4K UHD LCD display from the CQE2 series, built for meeting rooms, classrooms and information displays. It offers 500 cd/m² brightness, a 1,200:1 contrast ratio, four HDMI inputs, a USB-C port rated at 15 W and Android OS for running signage without a separate media player. Rated for 24-hour operation, it suits large boardrooms, lecture halls and public information areas across Qatar.

A 98-inch 4K panel for large rooms and public walls

The Panasonic TH-98CQE2 sits at the top of the CQE2 range, a 98-inch class LCD with a 3840 x 2160 panel that carries around 8.29 million pixels. That is roughly four times the pixel count of a Full HD screen, so small text in a spreadsheet, map or timetable stays sharp when viewed from the back of a boardroom or lecture hall. The panel has an anti-glare surface with a 25 percent haze rating, and its viewing angle is 178 degrees both ways.

Typical brightness is 500 cd/m² with a 1,200:1 contrast ratio. Of the seven sizes in the series, the 86-inch and 75-inch models are rated lower at 400 cd/m², so this 98-inch model is the choice when the screen is the largest in the room and must stay readable in daylight.

Connections and control that suit a meeting room

Four HDMI inputs with HDCP2.2 compatibility take a laptop, a video conferencing codec, a media player and a document camera without an external switcher. The USB-C port is rated DC 5 V and 3.0 A, supports USB 3.0 and DisplayPort Alternate mode, so one cable can carry the picture while charging a connected device. Three USB-A ports and a microSD slot complete the input options.

Android OS runs signage apps without a separate PC or set-top box, though the Google Play Store is not supported.
Wi-Fi through a dongle allows wireless display from Windows 10 or 11 PCs and Android devices, without guaranteed operation on every device.
LAN control with PJLink, RS-232C serial and an IR input.
Crestron Connected and Crestron XiO Cloud compatible with software V7.218.4.0 or later.
Built-in 24 W speaker, plus Bluetooth 5.1 for keyboards, mice and speakers.

Where it fits in Qatar

In a boardroom in West Bay or Msheireb, a 98-inch screen at the end of a long table lets members on a call with teams abroad see slides and faces at the same time. In a lecture theatre in Education City, it works as the main display for a large class. In a hospital or government reception area in Doha, the 24-hour rating supports continuous wayfinding and information content.

Portrait mounting and a tilt of up to 20 degrees forward also suit a vertical menu or directional panel in a mall atrium or a high lobby, where a forward tilt keeps the image legible.

What to plan before installation

At 99.8 kg and 2216 x 1271 x 99 mm, this is a heavy panel. The wall-hanging pitch is 800 x 400 mm with M8 12 mm fixings, so the wall or frame must be checked for load and alignment before fixing. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, which are worth booking for any position above head height.

The listed power input for the global variant (TH-98CQE2W) is AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 A, with 410 W average draw in Natural mode and about 0.5 W on standby. Qatar mains at 240 V and 50 Hz falls within that range; confirm the plug type and outlet on your quotation. The operating range is 0 to 40 °C at 20 to 80 percent humidity, non-condensing, up to 1400 m. With summer temperatures above 45 °C, install it in an air-conditioned room away from direct sun and hot glass.

Request a quotation

Send the room dimensions, wall details and number of units to the SmartRooms Qatar team, and we will usually return a quotation within one working day. Purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, including Monaqasat, are welcome. Request a quote for the TH-98CQE2 today.

Highlights

98-inch class 4K UHD panel at 3840 x 2160 resolution
500 cd/m² typical brightness and 1,200:1 contrast ratio
Rated for 24 hours a day operation
Four HDMI inputs and a 15 W USB-C port
Android OS with LAN, PJLink and RS-232C control
Landscape or portrait, tilting 0 to 20 degrees forward and backward

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

36 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Panel7

Panel size: 98-inch class (97.51 inch / 2476.9 mm)
Effective display area (W x H): 2158.8 x 1214.3 mm (84.99" x 47.80")
Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Brightness (typ.): 500 cd/m²
Contrast: 1200:1
Viewing angle [(T/B)/(L/R)]: 178°/178° (CR>10)
Panel surface treatment: Anti-glare (Haze 25 %)

Terminals13

HDMI™ IN: HDMI™ x 4 (compatible with HDCP2.2)
USB: Type A: DC 5 V/max. 0.9 A, USB 3.0 is supported, Type A: DC 5 V/max. 0.5 A, USB 2.0 is supported, Type A: DC 5 V/max. 0.5 A, USB 2.0 is supported (Internal), Type C: DC 5 V/max. 3.0 A, USB 3.0 is supported, DisplayPort Alternate mode compatible
RF In (U model (US and Canada) only): F Connector x 1
microSD: microSD/SDHC/SDXC / MAX 1 TB
Serial IN: Stereo mini jack (φ3.5 mm) x 1, RS-232C Compatible
LAN: RJ45 x 1 compatible with PJLink™, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
IR IN: Stereo mini jack (φ3.5 mm) x 1
Slot: No
Wi-Fi: Yes (Dongle)
Bluetooth ®: Bluetooth 5.1 with BLE, Profile: HDI/A2DP
Audio OUT: Stereo mini jack (φ3.5 mm) x 1, SPDIF x 1
HTML browser: HTML5 (Vewd)
Android™-OS: Yes

Installation Environment3

Operating time 1: 24 h/day
Orientation: Landscape/Portrait
Tilt angle 2: 0-20 degrees forward and backward with landscape/portrait setting

Audio1

Built-in speaker: 24 W

Electrical6

Power Supply: (W): AC 220-240 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 3.3 A (U): AC 110-127 V 50 Hz/60 Hz 6.7 A
Power Consumption: 445 W (Shipping Condition)
On Mode Average Power Consumption 3: 410 W (Picture Mode: [Natural])
Power Off Condition: Approx. 0 W
Stand by Condition: Approx. 0.5 W
Energy efficiency class: -

Mechanical4

Dimension (WxHxD) (Excluding remote IR sensor): 2216 x 1271 x 99 mm (87.25" x 50.02" x 3.87")
Weight: 99.8 kg (220.1 lbs.)
Bezel width: 28.2mm (1.11")(T/R/L/B)
Wall-hanging pitch: 800 x 400 mm, M8 12 mm

Environment2

Operating environment: Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)/Humidity: 20-80 % (Non condensation)/for up to 0-1400 m (4593 ft) altitude. Temperature: 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)/Altitude 1400 -2800 m (4593 ft to 7874 ft)
Regional Spec Sheets: Americas: TH-98CQE2U Global: TH-98CQE2W

Downloads

7 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets TH-98CQE2_Spec_Sheet_Global.pdf 1.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides cqe2u_series_basic_en.pdf 4.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides cqe2u_series_manual_en.pdf 10.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides sqe2w_cqe2w_basic_en.pdf 4.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides sqe2w_cqe2w_manual_en.pdf 10.8 MB PDF Brochures CQE2_series.pdf 900 KB URL Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site #cqe2

Questions about TH-98CQE2

What is the Panasonic TH-98CQE2 built for?

The TH-98CQE2 is a 98-inch class 4K UHD LCD display for corporate meeting rooms, educational classrooms and information displays. Its 3840 x 2160 panel carries about 8.29 million pixels, and its 500 cd/m² typical brightness keeps content readable in a bright room. It suits large boardrooms, lecture spaces and public information walls where a 65-inch screen would look too small.

Will the screen stay readable in a bright room with windows?

The panel has an anti-glare surface with a 25 percent haze rating and 500 cd/m² typical brightness, which helps against reflections from ceiling lights and glass. A meeting room in West Bay with glass walls usually works well, but a room that takes full afternoon sun should be checked during a site survey, because direct sunlight can still wash out the picture.

Can I run digital signage without a PC or media player?

Yes. The display runs Android OS, so an APK file can be installed over USB or the network and digital signage can run without a set-top box or PC. Content can also play from a USB drive through the USB media player function. The manufacturer notes that the Google Play Store is not supported, so apps must be installed as files.

Is this model rated for 24-hour operation?

Yes. The specification lists 24 hours a day operating time for the 98-inch model, while the wider CQE2 range is rated for 16 hours a day. For a lobby or wayfinding display in a hospital or government building in Doha, keep moving content on screen, since a still picture left for long periods can cause image retention.

Which connections does the TH-98CQE2 offer?

It has four HDMI inputs with HDCP2.2 compatibility, a USB-C port rated DC 5 V and 3.0 A that supports USB 3.0 and DisplayPort Alternate mode, three USB-A ports and a microSD slot up to 1 TB. The USB-C port can carry the picture and charge a connected laptop over one cable, which simplifies a presenter's setup.

How is the display controlled and managed centrally?

Control is possible over LAN with PJLink, or through RS-232C serial and an IR input. Simultaneous control and batch management across a network are supported, and the display is compatible with Crestron Connected and Crestron XiO Cloud when software version V7.218.4.0 or later is installed. An IT team managing screens across several Doha offices can use this to manage them from one place.

How does wireless presenting work?

Wi-Fi is provided by a dongle, and it lets a Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC with wireless functionality, or an Android device, show its screen on the display. It is useful when presenters change during a meeting. The manufacturer does not guarantee operation on all devices, so test your laptops and phones before a board session. Bluetooth 5.1 supports keyboards, mice and speakers.

What wall and space do I need to plan for?

The panel measures 2216 x 1271 x 99 mm and weighs 99.8 kg. Its wall-hanging pitch is 800 x 400 mm with M8 12 mm fixings, so the mounting wall must match that layout and carry the load. Bezel width is 28.2 mm on all sides. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, which is worth booking before any wall-mount above head height.

Can it be installed in portrait or on a high, angled mount?

Yes. The TH-98CQE2 installs in landscape or portrait, and it tilts 0 to 20 degrees forward and backward in either orientation. A forward tilt helps keep the image legible when mounted high, for example in a double-height atrium or above a reception desk in a shopping mall, while portrait suits vertical wayfinding.

Will it cope with summer heat and dust in Qatar?

The operating range is 0 to 40 °C, with humidity of 20 to 80 percent non-condensing, up to 1400 m altitude. Summer temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45 °C, so this model belongs in an air-conditioned room, away from direct sun and hot glass. It is not specified for outdoor or semi-open areas, so confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team before installing it in a lobby.

What power does it need, and what does it draw?

The global variant (TH-98CQE2W) is listed at AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3.3 A. Average power in Natural picture mode is 410 W, shipping condition is 445 W, and standby is about 0.5 W. Qatar mains at 240 V and 50 Hz falls within the listed range. Confirm the plug type and dedicated outlet on your quotation.

Can a school or ministry buy this through a purchase order or tender?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs), government tenders including Monaqasat, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Delivery covers all eight municipalities of Qatar. For a school fitting out several classrooms with 98-inch panels, send the room list and wall details, and a quotation is usually issued within one working day.