Philips 50BDL4050Q 50-inch 4K Digital Signage Display

Name: Philips 50BDL4050Q 50-inch 4K Digital Signage Display
Brand: Philips
SKU: philips-50bdl4050q-00
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Philips 50BDL4050Q is a 50-inch (49.5-inch diagonal) 4K UHD signage display built for round-the-clock operation in landscape or portrait. It pairs a 500 cd/m² VA panel with an integrated Android 10 player, two HDMI 2.0 inputs and RS232 and RJ45 control. It suits corporate lobbies, retail walls and campus corridors in Qatar where content must run continuously. Request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar.

A 50-inch 4K display built for continuous content

The Philips 50BDL4050Q is a 50-inch signage display with a 3840 x 2160 UHD panel, a 16:9 aspect ratio and a 49.5-inch (125.7 cm) diagonal. It is rated for 24/7 operation and can be mounted in landscape or portrait, so it suits menu boards, wayfinding screens and information walls that must run without a break. An integrated Android 10 player with a quad-core Cortex A55 processor, a G52 MC1 graphics unit, 16 GB of storage and 3 GB of DDR memory means most installations do not need an external media box.

Brightness and viewing angles for lit lobbies

The VA panel is rated at 500 cd/m² brightness, with a 4000:1 typical contrast ratio and a 25% haze value. Haze matters in a lobby with glass frontage, where a glossy surface reflects daylight and washes out colour. With 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles, people walking past the side of a corridor can read the same message as those standing in front. Dynamic contrast enhancement, progressive scan and motion pull-down support clean playback of promotional video.

Connections, remote control and video walls

Two HDMI 2.0 inputs, one DVI-I input and USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports
RS232C and RJ45 network control, with IR in and out
3.5 mm audio input and output, plus two 10 W RMS speakers
Tiled matrix up to 3 x 3 for video walls

RS232 and IR loop-through let one controller pass commands along a chain of screens. The display is listed as Wave ready for remote management, and its remote signal and keyboard control can be locked and hidden, which helps in public spaces. USB playback handles JPEG, PNG, BMP and WEBP images, and video formats such as H.264 and H.265 at up to 4K 60 Hz.

Where it fits in Qatar

A hotel reception in West Bay can use a landscape unit to show arrivals and event information all day, as long as the room is air-conditioned. A government office in Msheireb can place a portrait screen beside a lift to show bilingual wayfinding, because the on-screen menus include Arabic and English. A private school in Al Wakrah fitting out its corridors can combine several units in a 3 x 3 arrangement to create a large message wall.

What to plan before installation

Check the operating limits first. The display is rated for 0 to 40°C and 20 to 80% relative humidity without condensation, up to 3000 m altitude. Qatar summer temperatures can exceed 45°C, so the screen should sit in an air-conditioned space with clear ventilation around the set. Mains input is 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, with energy-label power consumption of 45 W and standby below 0.5 W. The set measures 1128.4 mm wide, 649.0 mm high and 63.5 mm deep, weighs 14.3 kg and uses a 400 x 400 mm M6 wall-mount pattern. A 14.9 mm bezel keeps joins narrow in a video wall. The set carries CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, CB, RoHS and UL marks, EPEAT Silver and energy class E, with a 3-year warranty. A free site survey from SmartRooms Qatar can confirm wall structure, cable routes and mounting height before you order brackets.

Requesting a quote from SmartRooms Qatar

SmartRooms Qatar supplies the 50BDL4050Q across Qatar, with delivery to all eight municipalities and professional installation. Quotations are usually sent within one working day. We accept purchase orders (LPOs), government tenders including Monaqasat, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Send us the number of screens, the mounting positions and whether you want a tiled layout, and request a quote so the team can plan your order.

Highlights

50-inch 4K UHD panel at 3840 x 2160 resolution
500 cd/m² brightness with 25% haze for lit spaces
Rated for 24/7 operation in landscape or portrait
Integrated Android 10 player with 16 GB storage
Tiled matrix supports up to 3 x 3 video walls
Operating range 0–40°C with 3-year warranty

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

63 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Connectivity5

Video input: HDMI 2.0 (x 2); USB 2.0 (x 2); DVI-I (x 1); USB 3.0 (x1)
Audio output: 3.5 mm jack
External control: RJ45; RS232C (in/out) 2.5 mm jack; IR (in/out) 3.5 mm jack
Audio input: 3.5 mm jack
Other connections: micro SD

Convenience7

Placement: Landscape (24/7); Portrait (24/7)
Tiled Matrix: Up to 3 x 3
Network controllable: RS232; RJ45
Remote control signal: Lockable
Energy-saving functions: Smart Power
Signal loop through: RS232; IR Loop through
Keyboard control: Lockable; Hidden

Accessories1

Included Accessories: RS232 daisy-chain cable; Philips logo (x 1); AC Power Cord; AC Switch Cover; Quick start guide; Remote control and AAA batteries; RS232 cable; USB cover and screws

Internal Player3

GPU: G52 MC1
CPU: Quad-Core Cortex A55
Memory: 16 GB; 3 GB DDR

Dimensions10

Set Depth: 63.5 mm
Set Height: 649.0 mm
Wall Mount: 400 mm x 400 mm, M6
Product weight (lb): 31.53 lb
Bezel width: 14.9 mm (Even bezel)
Set Depth (inch): 2.50 inch
Set Width (inch): 44.43 inch
Product weight: 14.3 kg
Set Width: 1128.4 mm
Set Height (inch): 25.55 inch

Sound1

Built-in speakers: 2 x 10 W RMS

Power5

Power Saving Features: Smart Power
EEI Lot5 power consumption (W): 45
Mains power: 100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz
EPEAT certification: EPEAT Silver
Energy Label Class: E

Multimedia Applications3

USB Playback Audio: AAC; HEAAC; MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer 3; MPEG 1/2 Layer 1; MPEG 1/2 Layer 2
USB Playback Video: MPEG 1/2 (1080p 60 Hz); MPEG 4 (1080p 60 Hz); H.263 (1080p 60 Hz); H.264 (4K2K 60 Hz); H.265 (4K2K 60 Hz); VP8 (1080p 60 Hz); VP9 (4K2K 60 Hz)
USB Playback Picture: JPEG; PNG; BMP; WEBP

Picture/Display17

Optimum resolution: 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Viewing angle (horizontal): 178 degree
Dynamic contrast ratio: 500,000:1
Brightness: 500 cd/m²
Diagonal screen size (metric): 125.7 cm
Response time (typical): 8 ms
Operating system: Android 10
Panel technology: VA
Panel resolution: 3840 x 2160
Pixel pitch: 0.2854 x 0.2854 mm
Picture enhancement: 3/2 - 2/2 motion pull down; Dynamic contrast enhancement; Progressive scan
Display colours: 1.07 Billion
Viewing angle (vertical): 178 degree
Contrast ratio (typical): 4000:1
Haze: 25%
Diagonal screen size (inch): 49.5 inch

Miscellaneous3

Regulatory approvals: CE; FCC, Class A; VCCI; CB; RoHS; UL
On-Screen Display Languages: English; French; German; Italian; Polish; Russian; Spanish; Turkish; Simplified Chinese; Traditional Chinese; Arabic; Japanese
Warranty: 3 year warranty

Operating conditions6

Altitude: 0 ~ 3000 m
MTBF: 50,000 hour(s)
Temperature range (storage): -20 ~ 60 °C
Humidity range (operation)[RH]: 20 ~ 80% RH (No condensation)
Temperature range (operation): 0 ~ 40 °C
Humidity range (storage) [RH]: 5 ~ 95% RH (No condensation)

Supported Display Resolution2

Computer formats: 720 x 400, 70 Hz; 640 x 480, 60, 67, 75 Hz; 800 x 600, 60 Hz; 832 x 624, 75 Hz; 1024 x 768, 60 Hz; 1152 x 870, 75 Hz; 1280 x 720, 60 Hz; 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz; 1680 x 1050, 60 Hz; 3840 x 2160, 30, 60 Hz
Video formats: 480i, 60 Hz; 480p, 60 Hz; 576p, 50 Hz; 576i, 50 Hz; 720p, 50, 60 Hz; 1080i, 50, 60 Hz; 1080p, 50, 60 Hz; 3840 x 2160, 30, 60 Hz

Downloads

5 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets 50BDL4050Q_00_aen.pdf 383 KB PDF Manuals & guides 43_50_55BDL4050Q_DFU_V1_00_eng.pdf 13.7 MB PDF Manuals & guides Q41G50M181338A_43_50_55BDL4050Q_WW.pdf 6.0 MB PDF Manuals & guides · Opens on manufacturer site 1765858289-43-50-55bdl4050q_dfu_v1-00_ara.pdf PDF Certificates & compliance PCF_Information_Sheet-50BDL4050Q.pdf 258 KB

Questions about 50BDL4050Q/00

What is the Philips 50BDL4050Q designed for?

It is a 50-inch signage display for content that runs all day, such as menu boards, wayfinding screens and information walls. Its 3840 x 2160 panel and 500 cd/m² brightness keep messages readable in a hotel reception in West Bay or a clinic waiting area. It can be mounted in landscape or portrait, with 24/7 operation rated in both orientations.

Can it run 24 hours a day in landscape and portrait?

Yes. The data lists 24/7 operation in both landscape and portrait orientations. Smart Power is included as an energy-saving function, the energy-label power consumption is 45 W, and standby power is below 0.5 W. Check the room temperature first, because the operating range is 0 to 40°C.

Will the screen cope with Qatar's summer heat?

Not in an unconditioned space. The operating range is 0 to 40°C with 20 to 80% relative humidity without condensation, and storage ranges from -20 to 60°C. Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C, so install it in an air-conditioned room such as a lobby or office, and keep vents clear. If you are unsure about a location, SmartRooms Qatar can review it with you.

Does it work with Qatar's 240 V mains supply?

The mains input is rated 100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz, so Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz supply falls within the stated range. The package includes an AC power cord and an AC switch cover. Confirm the plug and socket arrangement with your electrician before installation, since the data does not list plug types.

Can I build a video wall with several of these displays?

Yes. The tiled matrix supports up to 3 x 3, so nine units can form one wall. The 14.9 mm even bezel keeps the joins narrow, and each panel uses a 400 x 400 mm M6 wall-mount pattern. For a school corridor or a lobby feature wall, a free site survey from SmartRooms Qatar can check wall loading and cable routes before brackets are ordered.

How do I manage content on several screens remotely?

The unit runs Android 10 and is listed as Wave ready for remote management. It also has RS232C and RJ45 network control, plus IR in and out. RS232 and IR loop-through let one controller pass commands down a chain, and the included RS232 daisy-chain cable supports this chaining.

What inputs are available for presenting from a laptop or media player?

The display has two HDMI 2.0 inputs, one DVI-I input, two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port. It also has a 3.5 mm audio input and a 3.5 mm audio output for external sound, and two 10 W RMS speakers are built in. This lets a laptop and a media player stay connected at the same time in a university lecture room or a meeting room.

Is it suitable for a private school corridor in Al Wakrah?

Yes, for corridor and common-area messaging. The 50-inch size and 14.3 kg weight suit a wall bracket fixed to a suitable wall. The on-screen menu is available in Arabic and English, and the remote signal and keyboard control can be locked, so students cannot change settings. Plan for an air-conditioned corridor, as described above.

Does the on-screen menu support Arabic?

Yes. The on-screen display languages include Arabic and English, along with French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Simplified and Traditional Chinese and Japanese. A government office in Msheireb serving Arabic and English visitors can set the display language to suit each screen's position.

What comes in the box?

The box includes a remote control with AAA batteries, an RS232 cable, an RS232 daisy-chain cable, an AC power cord, an AC switch cover, a USB cover with screws, a Philips logo and a quick start guide. Wall brackets are not listed as included, so confirm mounting hardware when you request a quote.

What warranty and certifications does it carry?

The data lists a 3-year warranty covered by the manufacturer. Certifications include CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, CB, RoHS and UL. The display is rated EPEAT Silver with energy label class E. If your procurement file needs these details, ask for them in your quotation request.

How do I order for an LPO or a government tender?

SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, including Monaqasat, with payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Quotations are usually sent within one working day, and delivery covers all eight municipalities of Qatar. Include the number of 50BDL4050Q units, the delivery address and the mounting positions with your request.