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CDE98G3-1C

ViewSonic CDE98G3-1C 98-inch 4K OS-Free Commercial Display

Screen size: 98"
Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Brightness: 500 nits (typ.)
Contrast: 1200:1

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QuotationWithin 1 working day

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Overview

The ViewSonic CDE98G3-1C is a 98-inch 4K UHD commercial display with no operating system of its own, so only the content you load runs on it. Its 500-nit typical brightness, landscape or portrait mounting and built-in USB media playback suit announcement screens and wayfinding. USB-C and HDMI 2.1 inputs cover laptops in meeting rooms. Well suited to government, healthcare and university sites across Qatar. Request a quote.

What this 98-inch OS-free display is built to do

The ViewSonic CDE98G3-1C is a 98-inch commercial display with a native 3840 x 2160 panel, made for organisations that want a large screen running only the content they choose. Its OS-free design removes pre-installed apps and background services, so IT teams have less software to patch, secure and monitor. The panel is a TFT LCD with DLED backlight, and its anti-glare surface is rated 3H for hardness with 25% haze.

Specifications that matter when you compare models

Picture: 500 nits typical brightness, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 8 ms response time and 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles.
Inputs: three HDMI ports supporting HDMI 2.1 at 4K 60Hz, with ARC on HDMI 3 only; one USB-C port with DisplayPort 1.2 and data; one VGA input limited to 1080p at 60Hz; and an RS-232 port.
Network and storage: RJ45 LAN with Wake-on-LAN, and two USB Type-A ports for system updates and media playback.
Power: 100-240 VAC with a ±10% tolerance, rated at 192.7 W consumption under Energy Star.
Mounting: VESA 800 x 400 mm, with a 21.5 mm bezel on every side and a net weight of 65.9 kg.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three situations suit this model well. In a ministry reception area in Msheireb or a hospital waiting hall in Doha, the screen can show queue numbers, service directions and announcements, and staff can load updates on a USB drive when the network is restricted. In a boardroom or lecture hall at Education City or in Lusail, the USB-C port lets a visitor share a laptop without an adapter, and the LAN and RS-232 connections support room control. In a hotel or mall in West Bay, the portrait orientation suits a tall wayfinding panel beside a lift lobby.

Control integration is part of the design. The manufacturer lists Crestron Connected certification, Extron IP Link certification, a Q-SYS Verified Plugin and AMX support, so the display can be managed alongside lighting, audio and other AV equipment, on site or remotely.

What to plan before ordering

The display is heavy for its size, with 65.9 kg net and 89.1 kg gross weight, so plan for at least two people to lift it and confirm that the wall or stand can carry it. Measure the mounting wall against the 800 x 400 mm VESA pattern and the 2204.85 mm width. The operating range is 0 to 40 °C with automatic overheat shutdown, and humidity from 20% to 80% RH non-condensing. Summer temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45 °C, so the display should sit in an air-conditioned room, and the cooling should be checked during the site survey. The box includes a 3 m power cord, a 3 m HDMI cable, clamps, screws, a remote control and an RS-232 adapter.

SmartRooms Qatar carries out free site surveys before wall mounting, and quotations usually follow within one working day. If you are equipping several classrooms or meeting rooms, a single purchase order (LPO) can cover the full set. Request a quote with your room dimensions, mounting plan and intended content, and the SmartRooms Qatar team will confirm the configuration and an estimated lead time for your order.

Highlights

98-inch 4K UHD panel at 3840 x 2160 native resolution
OS-free design with no pre-installed apps or background services
500 nits typical brightness, usable in landscape or portrait
USB-C with DisplayPort 1.2 and three HDMI 2.1 inputs
Built-in USB media playback for offline content
VESA 800 x 400 mm, 24/7 operation, rated 0 to 40 °C

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

35 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Display14

Panel Size: 98"
Type/ Tech: TFT LCD module with DLED backlight
Display Area (mm): 2158.848(H) x 1214.352(V) (98" diagonal)
Native Resolution: 3840 x 2160
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Colors: 8bit+FRC
Brightness: 500 nits (typ.)
Contrast Ratio: 1200:1
Response Time: 8ms
Viewing Angles: H = 178, V = 178 typ.
Backlight Life: 50,000 Hours
Surface Treatment: Hardness: 3H, Anti-glare coating, Haze 25%
Bezel: 21.5/21.5/21.5/21.5 mm (L/R/T/B)
Orientation: Landscape & Portrait

INPUT4

HDMI: *3 (all support HDMI-CEC & HDCP1.4/2.2, HDMI 2.1 4K @ 60Hz, only HDMI 3 port support ARC) (Support YUV444/420)
RGB / VGA: VGA IN *1 (1080p@60Hz)
Audio: PC AUDIO IN *1 (3.5mm)
RS-232: x 1

OUTPUT2

Audio: 3.5mm x1
SPDIF: x 1

LAN1

RJ45: x 1 (Support WOL)

USB2

Type A: *2 (for system update & media playback)
Type C: *1 (with DP1.2/HDCP1.4/2.2 + Data2.0)

SPEAKERS1

Value: 10W x 2

POWER2

Voltage: 100-240VAC +/- 10%
Consumption: 192.7W with Energy Star

ERGONOMICS1

Wall Mount (VESA® ): 800x400 mm

OPERATING CONDITIONS2

Temperature (º C): 0 to 40℃ (with Automatic Overheat Shutdown)
Humidity: 20% ~ 80% RH non-condensing

Operating Hours1

Value: 24/7

DIMENSIONS (W x H x D)1

Physical (inch / mm): 2204.85 (W) x 1260.35 (H) x 85.6 mm(D) /86.81 "(W) x 49.62 " (H) x 3.37 "(D)

WEIGHT2

Net (lb / kg): 145.28 lb / 65.9 kg
Gross (lb / kg): 196.43 Ib / 89.1kg

REGULATIONS1

Value: 1. US NRTL with CA (TÜV SÜD) 2. FCC / ICES-003 3. Energy Star 8.0 4. EPEAT Gold 5. CE EMC 6. IECEE CB 7. RoHS 8. ErP Directive 9. REACH SVHC List & DoC 10. Energy Efficiency Label 11. WEEE 12. SCIP 13. Annex I 14. Annex II 15. TPCH DoC 16. EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive 17. CA Prop 65 DoC 18. ISTA Certification

PACKAGE CONTENTS1

Value: 1. 3 M power cord by ship area 2. Remote control 3. AAA battery x 2 4. Quick Start Guide 5. RS232 adapter 6. Clamp x 5 7. Screw x 4 8. HDMI cable 3 M (HDMI LA certified) 9. Compliance statement

Downloads

9 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets CDE98G3-1C_Datasheet.pdf 320 KB PDF Manuals & guides CDEG3 Series_QSG.pdf 1.0 MB PDF Manuals & guides CDEG3_Series_UG_ENG.pdf 7.5 MB PDF Drawings & CAD CDE98G3-1C_2d_drawing(pdf).pdf 831 KB URL Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site CDE98G3-1C_2d_drawing(dwg) URL Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site CDE98G3-1C_3d_drawing(stp) RFA Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site ViewSonic_Commercial Display_CDE98G3-1C.rfa PDF Certificates & compliance CDE98G3-1C_PCF.pdf 1.4 MB URL Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site CDEG3 series Firmware Pack_20260730

Questions about CDE98G3-1C

Who is this 98-inch display designed for?

It suits organisations that need a large screen running locked-down content around the clock, such as government offices, healthcare sites and universities. The CDE98G3-1C is rated for 24/7 operation, and its 4K panel at 500 nits typical brightness keeps announcements readable across a reception hall. A ministry lobby in Msheireb or a hospital waiting area in Doha are realistic examples. For a small meeting room, a smaller size may fit better, and the SmartRooms Qatar team can advise.

What does OS-free mean for my IT team?

The CDE98G3-1C has no pre-installed apps or background services, so there is less software to patch, secure and monitor on each screen. For a school or department running several displays, this keeps the device set simpler. It does not mean the screen cannot show content: you feed content through its inputs or from a USB drive. Ask SmartRooms Qatar to confirm the set-up against your network policy before ordering.

What resolution and brightness does it offer?

The panel has a native resolution of 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) and 500 nits typical brightness. Its contrast ratio is 1200:1, response time is 8 ms, and viewing angles are 178 degrees horizontally and vertically. The anti-glare coating with 25% haze helps reduce reflections from windows and ceiling lights, which matters in offices with large glazing facing the street. Brightness is a typical value, so check it against your room lighting during the site survey.

Can I mount it in portrait orientation?

Yes. The display supports both landscape and portrait orientation, which suits vertical wayfinding or directory screens. A vertical directory beside a lift bank in a West Bay hotel is one realistic example. Plan the bracket and cable routing before installation, and confirm that the wall can carry the 65.9 kg net weight of the unit.

How many inputs does it have, and which HDMI version?

It has three HDMI inputs that support HDMI 2.1 at 4K 60Hz, with HDCP 1.4 and 2.2 and HDMI-CEC. Only HDMI 3 supports ARC. There is also one USB-C port with DisplayPort 1.2, one VGA input limited to 1080p at 60Hz, a 3.5 mm PC audio input and an RS-232 port for control. For a meeting room with a laptop, a sound bar and a control system, map each device to a port before ordering.

How do visitors connect their laptops in a boardroom?

The USB-C port carries DisplayPort 1.2 and USB data, so a visitor with a compatible laptop can connect with one cable and no adapter. This suits bring-your-own-device meetings in boardrooms at Education City or Lusail, where guests arrive with different devices. The HDMI ports handle devices without USB-C. Check your laptop's USB-C output before the meeting, and note that the box includes a 3 m HDMI cable and a remote control.

Can it play content from a USB drive without a computer?

Yes. It has built-in USB media playback, and two USB Type-A ports that also serve system updates. Content on a USB drive can run offline, which is useful in a clinic waiting room or a bank hall where the screen is kept apart from the corporate network. Confirm the supported file formats with SmartRooms Qatar before preparing your content, because they are not listed in the product data.

Does it work with building control and AV systems?

The manufacturer lists Crestron Connected certification, Extron IP Link certification, a Q-SYS Verified Plugin and AMX support. These integrations allow remote control of displays, lighting, audio and other AV components, on site or off site. For a university lecture hall already running a Q-SYS system, the Verified Plugin is the starting point. Ask SmartRooms Qatar to check your control platform and version before quoting.

Can it be installed in a space without air conditioning?

No. The operating temperature range is 0 to 40 °C with automatic overheat shutdown, and humidity must stay between 20% and 80% RH, non-condensing. Summer temperatures in Qatar often exceed 45 °C, so install it only in an air-conditioned room and check the cooling capacity during the free site survey. Avoid sunlit glazed lobbies and any area without climate control.

Will it run on Qatar's electricity supply?

Its power input is rated 100-240 VAC with a ±10% tolerance, and it draws a rated 192.7 W under Energy Star. That input range includes Qatar's 240 V mains supply, and the box includes a 3 m power cord. Your electrician should still confirm a suitable socket and circuit for the display and any media player before installation day.

How much space and wall support does it need?

The unit measures 2204.85 mm wide, 1260.35 mm high and 85.6 mm deep, with a VESA 800 x 400 mm mounting pattern. It weighs 65.9 kg net and 89.1 kg gross, so two people are needed to lift it, and the wall must be checked for load before fixing. A free SmartRooms Qatar site survey is worth booking before you buy for a boardroom or public corridor where the wall construction is unknown.

Can a school or ministry order several units together?

Yes. Schools, universities and government bodies often buy several displays at once for classrooms, corridors or reception areas. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Send the room list with the screen sizes and mounting walls, and the team will quote the full set in one document, usually within one working day.