Philips 98BDL4511D/00 · Price in Qatar

Name: Philips 98BDL4511D 98-inch 4K UHD Digital Signage Display
Brand: Philips
SKU: philips-98bdl4511d-00
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Philips 98BDL4511D is a 98-inch 4K UHD display from the Signage 4000 Series (D-Line), built for fixed digital signage in lobbies, halls and reception areas. It offers 3840 x 2160 resolution, 500 cd/m² brightness, an IPS panel and an OPS slot for an internal media player. Its 5-year warranty and 0 to 40 °C operating range suit air-conditioned venues across Qatar.

What the 98BDL4511D is built to do

The Philips 98BDL4511D has a 97.5-inch diagonal screen and belongs to the D-Line range within the Signage 4000 Series. It is designed to run content for many hours a day, whether that is promotions, wayfinding, timetables or live information on one large screen. The 16:9 IPS panel is rated for 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing, so people approaching from the side can still read what is on screen.

The set can be installed in landscape or portrait, and both orientations are rated for 24/7 operation. That makes one model practical for a wide corridor or for a tall information column in a lobby.

Picture and connectivity facts that matter

Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) on a 16:9 panel with 1.07 billion displayable colours.
Brightness and contrast: 500 cd/m², 1300:1 typical contrast ratio and 500,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio.
Inputs: three HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort 1.2, one DVI-I and two USB 2.0 ports.
Outputs: one HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.2 to pass the signal on to a second screen.
Control: RS232C, RJ45 and IR, with loop-through on several interfaces and a hidden, lockable keyboard.

An OPS slot accepts an OPS media player, so content can run from inside the display without a separate computer on the desk. The unit also plays MPEG, H.264 and H.265 video, JPEG, BMP and PNG images, and AAC or MPEG audio from USB, which suits simple playlists.

Where it fits in Qatar

In a hotel lobby in West Bay, a panel this size can show arrival details and property offers to guests passing the reception desk. A shopping centre in Lusail might place one at a main entrance to show a store directory and event listings, provided the entrance is air-conditioned. A government office in Doha that works in Arabic and English side by side can use an on-screen menu that offers 18 languages, including Arabic.

Planning the installation and ordering

At 90.52 kg and 2193.2 mm wide, this is a wall or stand project rather than a desktop one. Wall mounting uses a 1000 x 400 VESA pattern, and the set is 87.9 mm deep on a wall mount. Check the wall structure and the route for lifting the panel before fixing it, and book a free site survey with SmartRooms Qatar to confirm both.

The operating range is 0 to 40 °C with 20 to 80% RH, without condensation. Qatar summers can pass 45 °C, so the display should sit in an air-conditioned space with clear airflow around the cabinet. Typical consumption is 355 W and maximum is 605 W. The unit accepts 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz, which includes Qatar's 240 V supply, but your electrician should confirm circuit capacity for several units. The product is covered by a 5-year warranty.

Send your room layout, mounting wall and content sources, and the SmartRooms Qatar team will return a quotation, usually within one working day, with installation options. We accept purchase orders (LPOs), government tenders and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Request a quote for the 98BDL4511D today.

Highlights

97.5-inch diagonal screen with 3840 x 2160 4K UHD IPS panel
500 cd/m² brightness with 1300:1 typical contrast ratio
OPS slot for an internal media player
Three HDMI 2.0 inputs plus DisplayPort and DVI-I
Landscape or portrait installation, rated for 24/7 operation
5-year warranty and 0 to 40 °C operating range

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

54 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Connectivity6

Audio output: 3.5 mm jack
External control: RS232C (in/out) 2.5 mm jack; RJ45; IR (in/out) 3.5 mm jack
Audio input: 3.5 mm jack
Other connections: OPS
Video input: Display Port1.2 (x 1); DVI-I (x 1); USB 2.0 (x 2); HDMI 2.0 (x 3)
Video output: DisplayPort 1.2 (x 1); HDMI 2.0 (x 1)

Convenience6

Energy-saving functions: Smart Power
Keyboard control: Hidden; Lockable
Signal loop through: RS232; DisplayPort; HDMI; IR Loop through
Placement: Landscape (24/7); Portrait (24/7)
Screen-saving functions: Pixel Shift, Low Bright
Network controllable: RS232; RJ45

Accessories1

Included Accessories: Quick start guide (x 1); RS232 daisy-chain cable; Philips logo (x 1); USB Cover and screw x 1; AC Switch Cover; AC power cord; Wire Clamper (x 3); IR sensor cable (1.8 m) (x 1); Remote control and AAA batteries; RS232 cable

Dimensions10

Wall Mount: 1000(H) x 400(V)
Set Height: 1248.2 mm
Set Depth (inch): 3.46(D@wall mount)/3.85(D@handle) inch
Product weight: 90.52 kg
Bezel width: 16.0 mm/16.0 mm/16.0 mm/16.0 mm(T/R/L/B)
Product weight (lb): 199.56 lb
Set Height (inch): 49.14 inch
Set Depth: 87.9(D@wall mount)/97.9(D@handle) mm
Set Width: 2193.2 mm
Set Width (inch): 86.35 inch

Sound1

Built-in speakers: 2 x 10 W RMS

Power4

Consumption (Max): 605 W
Mains power: 100 ~ 240 VAC, 50 ~ 60 Hz
Energy Label Class: G
Consumption (Typical): 355 W

Multimedia Applications3

USB Playback Video: MPEG; H.264; H.263; H.265
USB Playback Picture: JPEG; BMP; PNG
USB Playback Audio: AAC; MPEG; HEAAC

Operating conditions6

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

Picture/Display12

Brightness: 500 cd/m²
Response time (typical): 8 ms
Panel technology: IPS
Diagonal screen size (metric): 247.6 cm
Display colours: 1.07 Billion
Diagonal screen size (inch): 97.5 inch
Viewing angle (vertical): 178 degree
Contrast ratio (typical): 1300:1
Panel resolution: 3840 x 2160
Viewing angle (horizontal): 178 degree
Dynamic contrast ratio: 500,000:1
Aspect ratio: 16:9

Miscellaneous3

On-Screen Display Languages: Arabic; Danish; Dutch; English; Finnish; French; German; Italian; Japanese; Norwegian; Polish; Portuguese; Russian; Simplified Chinese; Spanish; Swedish; Traditional Chinese; Turkish
Warranty: 5-year warranty
Regulatory approvals: BSMI; CB; CCC; CE; CECP; EAC; EMF; ETL; FCC, Class A; PSB; RoHS; VCCI

Supported Display Resolution2

Computer formats: 640 x 480, 60 Hz; 800 x 600, 60 Hz; 1024 x 768, 60 Hz; 1280 x 1024, 60 Hz; 1280 x 720, 60 Hz; 1440 x 900, 60 Hz; 1920 x 1080, 60 Hz; 1600 x 900, 60 Hz; 1680 x 1050, 60 Hz; 3840 x 2160, 30, 60 Hz
Video formats: 1080i, 50, 60 Hz; 576i, 50 Hz; 576p, 50 Hz; 480p, 60 Hz; 480i, 60 Hz; 1080p, 50, 60 Hz; 2160p, 24, 30, 60 Hz; 720p, 50,60 Hz

Downloads

3 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets 98BDL4511D_00.pdf 811 KB PDF Drawings & CAD 98BDL4511D_Outline_Drawing_without_Stand_V1_0_20210603.pdf 940 KB PDF Certificates & compliance 98BDL4511D_Label_1054896.pdf 70 KB

Questions about 98BDL4511D/00

What is the Philips 98BDL4511D used for?

It is a 98-inch 4K display for fixed digital signage, meaning content shown on one screen in a set location. Typical uses include a hotel lobby in West Bay, a mall entrance or a government reception. The 500 cd/m² brightness and 178-degree viewing angles help content stay readable from across a room.

Can it be mounted in portrait orientation?

Yes. The panel supports landscape or portrait placement, and both are rated for 24/7 operation. Portrait suits a tall directory in a school corridor or a queue-information board in a clinic in Doha. Confirm the bracket and the 90.52 kg load with your installer before ordering, since orientation changes how the set hangs.

Do I need a separate PC to run content?

Not necessarily. The OPS slot accepts an OPS media player, so content can run from inside the display. Alternatively, the HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI-I inputs take signals from an external PC or media box. Choose an OPS module that matches the display's 3840 x 2160 resolution.

Which resolutions and video formats does it accept?

The listed computer formats run from 640 x 480 up to 3840 x 2160 at 30 and 60 Hz, including 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz. Video formats include 1080p at 50 and 60 Hz and 2160p at 24, 30 and 60 Hz. Set your media player to one of these listed formats to avoid unexpected scaling on the 4K panel.

How many sources and screens can be connected?

There are three HDMI 2.0 inputs, one DisplayPort 1.2 input, one DVI-I input and two USB 2.0 ports for sources. For passing a signal onward, there is one HDMI 2.0 output and one DisplayPort 1.2 output. Signal loop-through is also listed for RS232, DisplayPort, HDMI and IR, so control and video can continue to the next unit.

Can several displays be controlled from one point?

Yes. The display has RS232C in and out, RJ45 network control and IR in and out, and an RS232 daisy-chain cable is included. A facilities team in a university building can switch several panels from one control point. The hidden, lockable keyboard prevents accidental button presses in public areas.

Is it suitable for outdoor areas or sunny windows?

No. The stated operating range is 0 to 40 °C with 20 to 80% RH without condensation, and altitude up to 3000 m. Qatar summers can pass 45 °C, so this display belongs in an air-conditioned lobby or indoor hall, not on a shaded terrace or a window-facing wall without cooling. Confirm room temperatures with your facilities team.

What power does it need and how much does it draw?

It accepts 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz, which includes Qatar's 240 V supply. Consumption is 355 W typical and 605 W maximum, and standby power is below 0.5 W. The energy label class is G. An electrician should confirm circuit capacity when several units share one distribution board.

Does it have built-in speakers for announcements?

It has two built-in 10 W RMS speakers, which suit announcements and background audio in a lobby or a small hall. A lecture hall or large event space will usually need a separate audio system. The audio input and output are both 3.5 mm jacks, so sound can come from a player or go to an external amplifier.

What is the warranty and what comes in the box?

The display carries a 5-year warranty, and products are covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The box includes a remote control with AAA batteries, a 1.8 m IR sensor cable, an RS232 cable, an RS232 daisy-chain cable, an AC power cord, three wire clampers, a USB cover with screw and a quick start guide.

Can a government ministry buy this display through a tender?

Yes. Government ministries and authorities in Qatar can request a quotation for the 98BDL4511D and issue a purchase order (LPO) or award it through a tender, including Monaqasat. Payment can be made by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Quote the full model number 98BDL4511D/00 so the quotation matches the exact variant.

Can the on-screen menu be set to Arabic?

Yes. The on-screen display languages include Arabic, along with English, French, German, Spanish, Turkish and 12 other languages. A government office in Doha working in both Arabic and English can set the menu to Arabic for staff and visitors, while the content on the screen remains in whatever language your media player supplies.