EP-C131

What the Sharp EP-C131 is

The Sharp EP-C131 is a 13.3-inch ePaper display built for signs that show the same content for long periods. Unlike an LCD screen, it keeps its last image on the glass without power, so a menu, timetable or directory stays readable on the wall at all times. The panel is full colour, with a 4:3 aspect ratio and a native resolution of 1600 x 1200 pixels.

At 306.4 x 229.9 x 20.9 mm and 0.7 kg, it is a compact desk or wall sign that is easy to move and fix. The manufacturer's order code for this model is EPC131.

The facts that matter for purchasing

• Zero power for static content: the panel draws no power while presenting a static image and uses power only when the content changes.
• Power: one USB-C power port rated 15 W, with an AC power adapter and power cable in the box. The adapter's operating range is 0 to +35°C.
• Connectivity: one USB-C data port that accepts USB memory, plus Wi-Fi to IEEE802.11 ac/n/a/g/b and Bluetooth 5.0.
• Image formats: JPEG, JPG, BMP and PNG.
• Orientation: landscape, portrait, face up and face down.
• Warranty: 3 years from the manufacturer.

Where it fits in Qatar

Retail and hospitality: a café in West Bay or a shop in Msheireb can show a daily menu or allergen information at the counter. The content is updated when the menu changes, not every hour the sign is on the wall.

Clinics and public offices: a clinic in Al Sadd or a government service desk in Doha can display opening hours, department directions and visitor instructions, which change only occasionally.

Schools: a private school in Al Wakrah or Education City can place units beside classroom doors for timetables and room notices. Because the 13.3-inch screen is best read at close range, doorways and corridors suit it better than large hall walls.

What to plan before installation

Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45°C. The manufacturer rates operation from 0 to +40°C, rates image changes from +15 to +35°C, and limits the AC adapter to 0 to +35°C. Keep units indoors, away from direct sunlight, hot glass and enclosed cabinets. Storage is rated from -20 to 60°C, with storage humidity of 10 to 90%, and operating humidity is 20 to 80%.

Plan the mounting around the VESA 100 x 100 mm pattern with M4 holes, or use the hanging brackets in the box. A site survey by the SmartRooms Qatar team can confirm the wall type, sightlines and power point position before anything is fixed. Schools and offices ordering several units can raise a purchase order (LPO) for the full quantity.

Content can be loaded from a PC, USB memory, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth 5.0. The manufacturer also notes that content can be driven through selected CMS partners, so check that your current system is supported before ordering.

Request a quote

If you are replacing printed notices with a sign that stays readable without power, request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and we supply and deliver to all 8 municipalities of Qatar, with professional installation available. The manufacturer's warranty for this model is 3 years.