Sony Digital Signage Discontinued

FW-100BZ40J

Sony FW-100BZ40J 100-inch 4K HDR Professional Display

Screen size: 253cm
Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Brightness: Typ. 600 / Peak 940
Operation: 24/7

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Overview

The Sony FW-100BZ40J is a 100-inch 4K Ultra HD professional display from the BRAVIA Pro range, now discontinued by the manufacturer. It offers 940 cd/m² peak brightness, Full Array Local Dimming, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision support, and 24/7 operation. Organisations in Qatar that already run this model, or are comparing it with newer displays, can request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement.

What the Sony FW-100BZ40J is

The Sony FW-100BZ40J is a 100-inch professional display from the BRAVIA Pro range, built for business and public spaces rather than home viewing. It uses a 4K Ultra HD panel at 3840 x 2160 pixels, a VA LCD panel and a direct LED backlight.

Discontinued model: the manufacturer has discontinued the FW-100BZ40J. If your organisation already owns one, or you are comparing it with newer displays, SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement. The manufacturer lists the FW-98BZ50L as its replacement.

Picture performance for large rooms

Peak brightness is 940 cd/m², with a typical figure of 600 cd/m². Full Array Local Dimming controls zones of the backlight, so bright highlights and dark shadows can both keep their detail. The native contrast ratio is 9000:1, and the panel supports HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision. X-Motion Clarity in auto mode, a 100Hz or 120Hz native refresh rate and a 7 ms response time help fast-moving content stay sharp, which suits sports, product videos and animated signage.

Networking, control and signage features

Four HDMI inputs, two USB ports, one Ethernet port and one RS-232C control port
In-built HTML5 support for interactive signage without a separate media player or PC
16GB on-board storage and USB playback of common video, audio and image formats
Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Apple AirPlay and Chromecast built-in
Dolby Atmos support with 10W + 10W down-firing speakers

Professional mode lets administrators disable input switching and remote control functions, block buttons and store display settings. Those settings can then be copied to other displays on a USB flash drive, which saves time when a fleet of screens must match.

Where it fits in Qatar

In a boardroom in West Bay, the 100-inch screen lets a full table of executives read shared documents and video from a conferencing system connected over HDMI. In a university lecture theatre at Education City, it keeps slides readable toward the back of a large room. In a retail store in Lusail, it can run looping promotional content through the working day, and in a hotel lobby in The Pearl, Professional mode keeps guests from changing the settings.

What to plan for before ordering

Wall or stand: the VESA hole pitch is 60.0 x 40.0 cm, and the panel weighs about 88.9 kg without its stand and 92.6 kg with it.
Delivery: the packed carton measures about 244.0 x 157.7 x 37.8 cm and weighs about 129 kg, so check lift and stairwell access.
Power: the data lists an AC 220-240V input and standby consumption of 0.50W.
Environment: the data does not give an operating temperature range, so confirm room conditions with our team before installation.
Support: three years of PrimeSupport are included, covering repair or advanced exchange. An optional two-year extension, PSP.FDWBZH85.2X, is also available.

To receive a quote for the FW-100BZ40J or a current replacement, send your room size, mounting plan and content needs to SmartRooms Qatar. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and we supply against purchase orders and government tenders.

Highlights

100-inch 4K Ultra HD panel at 3840 x 2160 pixels
Peak 940 cd/m² (600 typical) with Full Array Local Dimming
HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision compatibility
Portrait mode with a four-sided uniform bezel
In-built HTML5 support for interactive digital signage
Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, AirPlay and Chromecast built-in
Three years of PrimeSupport included

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

84 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Display Features10

Brightness (cd/m2): Typ. 600 / Peak 940
Native Contrast Ratio: 9000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 600,000:1
Response Time (ms): 7
Panel type: VA
Dimming Type: Local Dimming
Display Device: LCD
Backlight Type: Direct LED
Operation Time: 24/7
Portrait Mode: Yes

Display Specifications6

Screen Size for WEB (diagonal, cm, integer or 1st decimal): 253cm
Display resolution (H x V, pixels): 3840 x 2160
Screen Size (inch, measured diagonally): 100" (99.5")
Viewing Angle (Right/Left/Up/Down): 178 (89/89) degree
Display Resolution: QFHD
Aspect Ratio: 16:09

Professional Features4

HDMI Auto Wake-up: Yes
Multicast/IPTV: Yes
Compatible with TDM Digital Signage/TEOS Solutions: Yes
On-board Storage (GB): 16GB

Network Features9

Wi-Fi Direct: Yes
Wi-Fi Certified: Yes
Wi-Fi Standard: a/b/g/n/ac
Wi-Fi Frequency: 2.4GHz/5GHz (for Wi-Fi Direct: 2.4GHz Only)
Codec for Home Network: MPEG1:MPEG1 / MPEG2PS:MPEG2 / MPEG2TS (HDV,AVCHD):MPEG2,AVC / MP4 (XAVCS):AVC,MPEG4,HEVC / AVI:Xvid,MotinJpeg / ASF (WMV):VC1 / MOV:AVC,MPEG4,MotionJpeg / MKV:Xvid,AVC,MPEG4,VP8.HEVC / WEBM:VP8 / 3GPP:MPEG4,AVC / MP3 / ASF (WMA) / LPCM / WAV / MP4AAC / FLAC / JPEG
Apple AirPlay (Internet required): Yes
Chromecast built-in: Yes
Wireless LAN: Integrated
Application Store: Yes (Google Play Store)

Convenience Features6

USB Playback Codecs: MPEG1:MPEG1 / MPEG2PS:MPEG2 / MPEG2TS (HDV,AVCHD):MPEG2,AVC / MP4 (XAVCS):AVC,MPEG4,HEVC / AVI:Xvid,MotinJpeg / ASF (WMV):VC1 / MOV:AVC,MPEG4,MotionJpeg / MKV:Xvid,AVC,MPEG4,VP8.HEVC / WEBM:VP8 / 3GPP:MPEG4,AVC / MP3 / ASF (WMA) / LPCM / WAV / MP4AAC / FLAC / JPEG
HDMI-CEC: Yes
On Screen Clock: Yes
Sleep Timer: Yes
On/Off Timer: Yes
Display Language: AFR, AMH, ARA, ASM, AZE, BEL, BUL, BEN, BOS, CAT, CZE, DAN, DEU, GRE, ENG, SPA, EST, BAQ, PER, FIN, FRA, GLG, GUJ, HIN, HRV, HUN, IND, ISL, ITA, HEB, JPN, KAZ, KAN, KOR, KIR, LAO, LIT, LAV, MAC, MAL, MON, MAR, MAY, BUR, NOB, NEP, NLD, ORI, PAN, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SOL, SLV, ALB, SRP, SWE

Control Specs3

IP Control: Yes
RS-232C Control: 1 (Side)
Pro mode: Yes

Inputs & Outputs10

HDMI Signal: 4096x2160p(24,50,60Hz), 3840x2160p(24,25,30,50,60Hz), 1080p(30,50,60,100,120Hz), 1080/24p, 1080i(50,60Hz), 720p(30,50,60Hz), 720/24p, 576p, 480p
HDCP: HDCP2.3 (for HDMI1/2/3/4)
AC Power Input: C18 INLET (REAR)
Composite Video Input(s): 1 (Side)
HDMI Inputs Total: 4 (Side)
Digital Audio Output(s): 1 (Side)
Headphone Output(s): 1 (Side)
USB Ports: 2 (Side)
Ethernet Inputs: 1 (Side)
RS-232C Input(s): 1 (Side)

Audio Specifications10

Speaker Position: Down Firing
Audio Power Output: 10W + 10W
Digital Audio Out (Optical) Format: Two channel linear PCM: 48kHz 16bits, Dolby Audio, DTS
Dolby Atmos: Yes
Speaker Type-2: Sound Positioning, X-Balanced Speaker
Clear Phase: Yes
Dolby Audio Format Support: Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos
HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): Yes (ARC)
HDMI Input Audio Format: 5.1 channel linear PCM: 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192kHz 16/20/24bits, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS
ARC Output Format: Two channel linear PCM: 48kHz 16bits, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, DTS

Video Specifications7

Wide Mode: Wide zoom/Normal/Full/Zoom/14:9
4:3 Default: Yes
Video Processing: 4K X-Reality PRO
Motion Enhancer: X-Motion Clarity, Auto mode
4K Processor: XR Processor
HDR (High Dynamic Range) compatiblity: Yes (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision)
Panel Refresh Rate (Native Hertz): 100Hz/120Hz

Design Features5

Cable Management: Yes
Frame color: Black
Stand Design: Metal Blade Stand
VESA® Hole Spacing Compatible: Yes
VESA® Hole Pitch (W x H): 60.0 x 40.0 cm

Eco & Energy saving5

EEA SDR RANK: G
Power Consumption (in Standby): 0.50W
Mercury Content (mg): 0
Power Saving Mode / Back Light Off Mode: Yes
Power Requirements (voltage): AC 220-240V

Dimensions3

Screen Size (inch, measured diagonally): 100" (99.5")
Screen Size for WEB (diagonal, cm, integer or 1st decimal): 253 cm
Dimension of Package Carton (W x H x D): Approx. 244.0 x 157.7 x 37.8 cm

Weights (Approx.)3

Weight of TV without Stand: Approx. 88.9 kg
TV with Stand (Standard position): Approx. 92.6 kg
Weight of Package Carton (Gross): Approx. 129 kg

PrimeSupport2

Included PrimeSupport: 3 Years warranty with Repair or if necessary advanced exchange handled by local partner, on premise where possible.
Optional PrimeSupport Extensions: Optional 2-year support extension available: PSP.FDWBZH85.2X

Further Information1

Product Information Sheet: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/495597

Downloads

22 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets BRAVIA_Datasheet_2021.pdf 13.9 MB PDF Datasheets FW-100BZ40J_spec_sheet_en_GB.pdf 1.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides Multi-screen installation of LCD Displays or LCD Monitors_G8461001M.pdf 3.0 MB PDF Manuals & guides Multi-screen-installation-of-LCD-Displays-or-LCD-Monitors.pdf 869 KB PDF Manuals & guides Reference Guide_50270871M.pdf 6.3 MB PDF Manuals & guides Reference Guide_50270911M.pdf 1.2 MB PDF Manuals & guides Reference Guide_50270921M.pdf 1.8 MB PDF Manuals & guides Startup Guide_50270891M.pdf 920 KB PDF Manuals & guides Startup Guide_50270941M.pdf 641 KB PDF Certificates & compliance Dismantling information for use by professional recyclers(English only)_98887924M.pdf 9.9 MB PDF Certificates & compliance Safety_50181131M.pdf 1.4 MB PDF Certificates & compliance Safety_50181151M.pdf 2.6 MB URL Certificates & compliance · Opens on manufacturer site Energy Efficiency Class for BZ40J (UAE) URL Certificates & compliance · Opens on manufacturer site Energy Label FW-100BZ40J_EU URL Certificates & compliance · Opens on manufacturer site FW-100BZ40J Energy Label (UK) URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site BRAVIA Wifi Access point and Meeting Free App URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site BRAVIA Wifi Access point and Meeting Free App URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site BRAVIA Wifi Access point and Meeting Free App PDF Other documents BRAVIA-Wifi-Access-point-Meeting-Free-App_EN.pdf 583 KB PDF Other documents BRAVIA-line-up-chart-2022-EU-WEB1.pdf 3.4 MB PDF Other documents FLYER, B2B INDIA_50347831M.pdf 398 KB PDF Other documents Wall-Mount Bracket- 3rd Party_F5281001M.pdf 19.9 MB

Questions about FW-100BZ40J

Is the Sony FW-100BZ40J still available as a new unit?

The manufacturer has discontinued the FW-100BZ40J, so SmartRooms Qatar quotes a current equivalent or compatible replacement instead. The manufacturer lists the FW-98BZ50L as its replacement. Send us your room size, mounting plan and content needs, and our team will prepare a quotation, usually within one working day.

Is a 100-inch panel right for a boardroom in West Bay?

A 100-inch screen, measured at 99.5 inches diagonally, suits a large boardroom or executive meeting room where people sit several metres from the display. Check the viewing distance and wall span before ordering, because the panel weighs about 92.6 kg with its stand fitted. A free site survey from SmartRooms Qatar can confirm sightlines, wall strength and room layout before a quote is issued.

Will it work in a university lecture theatre at Education City?

It suits a lecture theatre where the back rows are not too far from the screen. The 940 cd/m² peak brightness and local dimming help slides and video stay readable when some lights remain on. Its four HDMI inputs let a lecturer switch between a laptop, a document camera and a playback device. Confirm seating distances on a site survey before ordering.

How bright is the screen for rooms with windows or bright lighting?

The manufacturer lists a typical brightness of 600 cd/m² and a peak of 940 cd/m², with Full Array Local Dimming to hold detail in dark areas. The native contrast ratio is 9000:1. Rooms with large windows or bright lobbies in Doha benefit from this headroom, but the ambient light should still be checked during a site survey before the panel is positioned.

Which resolutions and video formats does it accept?

The panel is a 4K Ultra HD display at 3840 x 2160 pixels. Its HDMI signal list includes 4096 x 2160 at 24, 50 and 60Hz, and 3840 x 2160 at up to 60Hz, alongside 1080p and 720p. HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision are supported, and the native panel refresh rate is 100Hz or 120Hz. Share your source devices with our team to confirm the connection plan.

Can a retail store in Lusail run digital signage without a media player?

The data lists in-built HTML5 support, so interactive signage can run without a separate set-top box, media player or PC. Content can be laid out from 4K video, still images or the HDMI input. The display also has 16GB on-board storage and is listed as compatible with TDM Digital Signage and TEOS solutions, which helps when campaigns must be scheduled across several stores.

How is the display controlled and connected to other systems?

Control is available over IP through the Ethernet port or wireless LAN, and through RS-232C serial control on one side port. HDMI-CEC is supported, and the data lists multicast and IPTV support. The manufacturer also describes open APIs for integration with other vendor platforms. Tell us which control system your site uses so we can confirm the connection method before quoting.

Can staff share a laptop screen to the display wirelessly?

Yes. The display supports Apple AirPlay, which requires an internet connection, and Chromecast built-in, with Wi-Fi on 2.4GHz or 5GHz. Wi-Fi Direct works on 2.4GHz only. The Wi-Fi standard is a/b/g/n/ac. Presenters can connect without cables, which is useful in meetings where Arabic and English presentations follow one another.

How do we stop visitors changing settings in a public lobby?

Professional mode can disable input switching and remote control functions, block buttons and remove labels, which helps in public spaces. Display settings can be customised, stored and copied to other displays using a USB flash drive. Your facilities or IT team can then manage the display over the network, so guests and visitors cannot change its configuration at the screen.

Can it be mounted in portrait orientation in a corridor?

Yes, portrait mode is supported. The four-sided uniform bezel looks consistent in either orientation, and the Sony logo sits on the top right of the bezel so it stays upright in portrait. The VESA hole pitch is 60.0 x 40.0 cm, so the wall bracket must match that spacing. A corridor installation is a good reason to book a site survey to check wall strength and clearances.

What should we check before delivering it to a third-floor office?

Plan for the weight: about 88.9 kg without the stand and 92.6 kg with it, in a packed carton of about 129 kg measuring approximately 244.0 x 157.7 x 37.8 cm. Check lift dimensions, door widths and stairwell access. The supplied carrying handle helps with short carries. SmartRooms Qatar delivers to all eight municipalities of Qatar and can confirm access during a free site survey.

Can it operate in hot or dusty spaces in Qatar?

The source data does not give an operating temperature range or a dust rating, so we cannot confirm suitability for hot, sun-exposed or outdoor spaces. The panel is listed for 24/7 operation and includes three years of PrimeSupport. Tell us the exact location, including sun exposure and air conditioning, and our team will confirm the environment before issuing a quote.