NEC X981UHD SST (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: NEC MultiSync X981UHD SST 98-inch ShadowSense Touch Display
Brand: NEC
SKU: nec-x981uhd-sst
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

NEC has discontinued the X981UHD SST, a 98-inch 4K touch display with ShadowSense technology tracking up to 12 touch points and 500 cd/m² brightness. It suits large boardrooms and meeting rooms in Doha and across Qatar where detailed drawings or data must be reviewed together. Owners and buyers comparing options can request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement.

What the NEC X981UHD SST is built for

The NEC X981UHD SST is a 98-inch touch display from the MultiSync X Series, with an S-IPS panel, direct LED backlighting and a native resolution of 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz. NEC has discontinued this model. This page is written for organisations that already run one, buyers comparing it with newer options, and anyone who needs a replacement for a large room where people review detailed drawings, engineering models or big data sets together.

Touch, brightness and viewing: the figures that matter

The ShadowSense layer tracks up to 12 real touches at the same time, with accuracy below 2 mm and a response of 6 to 8 ms. Finger, glove and stylus input all work, with the stylus at least 4 mm wide, so several presenters can mark up one drawing. The panel is rated at 500 cd/m² with a typical contrast ratio of 1300:1 and viewing angles of 178 degrees horizontally and vertically. The front is 5 mm toughened glass with a single-sided anti-reflective coating and 92% light transmission (plus or minus 2%).

Connections, sound and control

Inputs: one DisplayPort, two DVI-D and four HDMI, all with HDCP
Plug-in computer: an OPS slot takes an optional Slot-in PC or digital signage player
Touch setup: USB 2.0 plug and play, with no drivers needed on the host PC for major operating systems
Management: 100Mbit LAN with SNMP, RS-232C and infrared remote control
Audio: built-in 10 W + 10 W speakers, with optional 15 W + 15 W speakers

Where it fits across Qatar

In a boardroom in West Bay or Msheireb, the panel can show a video call with a team abroad while the touch layer lets people mark up a shared file on the same screen. An engineering or energy company in the Industrial Area, Mesaieed or Ras Laffan can review detailed plans at full 4K resolution with a group standing in front of it. In a seminar room in Education City, the OPS slot lets an optional Windows PC sit inside the display instead of on the table.

What to plan before you order

The panel weighs 150 kg without its stand and measures 2,276 x 1,329 x 123 mm. Choose a wall or stand rated for that load, with 400 x 400 mm VESA holes and M8 fixings. The operating range is 0 to +35 °C at 20 to 80% humidity, so install it in an air-conditioned room away from direct sun and dust-prone entrances. The front is rated IP40 and the back IP20. The manufacturer's warranty covers three years including the backlight, with an optional fourth and fifth year extension. SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey before installation, which we recommend for a panel this size.

Because this model is discontinued, the most useful next step is a quote for a current equivalent or a compatible replacement that matches your room, wall and connections. Send the model code X981UHD SST with your room dimensions and the sources you need to connect. SmartRooms Qatar usually issues quotations within one working day and accepts purchase orders, LPOs, government tenders including Monaqasat, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. Request a quote today.

Highlights

98-inch panel with 3840 x 2160 native resolution at 60 Hz
500 cd/m² brightness and 1300:1 typical contrast ratio
Real multi-touch up to 12 points with accuracy below 2 mm
Touch works with finger, glove, or stylus at least 4 mm wide
OPS slot for an optional Slot-in PC or signage player
Discontinued by NEC; request a quote for a replacement

Classroom fit

At 98″ the farthest student should sit within about 7.3 m (6× the screen height).

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

66 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Product Information3

Product Name: NEC MultiSync® X981UHD SST (ShadowSense)
Product Group: LCD 98" ShadowSense™ Touch Display
Order Code: 60003982

Display9

Panel Technology: S-IPS with Direct LED backlights
Active Screen Area (W x H) [mm]: 2,159 x 1,214
Screen Size [inch/cm]: 98 / 248
Brightness [cd/m²]: 500, 175 Eco (shipment setting)
Contrast Ratio (typ.): 1300:1
Viewing Angle [°]: 178 horizontal / 178 vertical (typ. at contrast ratio 10:1)
Response Time (typ.) [ms]: 8 (grey-to-grey)
Haze Level [%]: 1
Supported Orientation: Face Up 1; Landscape; Portrait

Touch10

Touch Technology: ShadowSense™
Number of Touches: Real multi-touch up to 12 touches
Response Time [ms]: 6 to 8
Touch Active Area (W x H) [mm]: 2,184.54 x 1,238.02
Touch Method: Finger; Gloves; Stylus (≥ 4 mm)
Supported Operating System: Native Multi-Touch: Windows 7-11, Linux, Android; Default Mouse: Windows XP and Vista, Mac OS
Data Interface: USB 2.0 (full speed) HID; USB powered, plug & play
Accuracy [mm]: < 2
Touch Resolution: 12-bit (4096 x 4096)
Ambient Light Rejection: Up to full sunlight (approx. 100000 lux)

Protective Glass3

Type: Premium toughened glass, single sided anti-reflective coating
Thickness [mm]: 5
Light Transmission [%]: 92 (+/- 2 %)

Resolution4

Native Resolution: 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz
Supported on DisplayPort and HDMI: 1024 x 768; 1080i; 1080p; 1280 x 1024; 1280 x 768; 1360 x 768; 1600 x 1200; 1920 x 1080; 3840 x 2160 (24/30 Hz); 480p (60 Hz); 576p (50 Hz); 640 x 480; 720p (50/60 Hz); 800 x 600
Supported on DisplayPort only: 3840 x 2160 (60 Hz)
Supported on HDMI only: 1360 x 768; 3840 x 2160 (25 Hz); 4096 x 2160 (24 Hz); 480i (60 Hz); 576i (50 Hz)

Synchronisation Rate2

Horizontal Frequency [kHz]: 31.5 - 91.1 (analog and digital)
Vertical Frequency [Hz]: 50 - 85

Connectivity6

Input Video Digital: 1 x DisplayPort (with HDCP); 2 x DVI-D (with HDCP); 4 x HDMI (with HDCP)
Input Audio Analogue: 1 x 3,5 mm jack
Input Audio Digital: 1 x HDMI; DisplayPort
Input Control: LAN 100Mbit; remote control wire (3,5mm jack); RS232
Output Control: LAN 100Mbit
Remote Control: LAN with SNMP; Remote Control IR (internal/external (optional) sensor); RS-232C (9-pin D-sub) Input

Open Modular Intelligence4

OPS Slot: Slot Technology: Open pluggable specification (NEC / Intel OPS standard)
Inrush Current [A]: max. 10
Power Consumption [W]: max. 61
Voltage / Current [V/A]: 16/4

Sensors4

Ambient Light Sensor: Integrated, triggered actions programmable
Human Sensor: Optional, external, 4-5m range, triggered actions programmable
Temperature Sensor: Integrated, 3 sensors, triggered actions programmable
NFC Sensor: Integrated, 2cm range, free NEC Android App required

Electrical3

Power Consumption [W]: 360 Eco (shipment setting)
Power Savings Mode [W]: < 0.5 (ECO Standby); < 2
Power Management: VESA DPMS

Environmental Conditions2

Operating Temperature [°C]: +0 to +35
Operating Humidity [%]: 20 to 80

Mechanical5

Dimensions (W x H x D) [mm]: Without stand: 2,276 x 1,329 x 123
Weight [kg]: Without stand: 150
Bezel Width [mm]: 45 (symmetrical)
VESA Mounting [mm]: 4 holes; 400 x 400 (FDMI); M8
Ingress Protection: IP40 (front); IP20 (back)

Available Options2

Accessories: Feet (ST-801); Speaker (SP-RM1); Wall mount (PDW T XL)
OPS Slot: HD-SDI 1.5G, 3G; HDBaseT receiver; OPS Digital Signage Player; Slot-inPC (Intel® Core i5/i7 with WS7P recommended)

Regulatory1

Safety and Ergonomics: CE; RoHS

Green Features2

Energy Efficiency: Ambient Light Sensor; Annual energy consumption: 524 kWh (based on 4 operating hours per day); Carbon Savings Meter; ECOMode; Energy Efficiency Class: B; Human Sensor; Local Dimming
Ecological Materials: Manuals on CD; Optional feet

Additional Features6

Special Characteristics: Carbon footprint meter; DICOM Simulation; NaViSet Administrator 2 - free download
Colour Versions: Black Front Bezel, Black Back Cabinet
Audio: Integrated Speakers (10 W + 10 W); Optional Speakers (15 W + 15 W)
Shipping Content: CD-ROM (User Guides/Manuals); Display; DisplayPort Cable; Pen and Eraser; Power Cable; Remote Control; USB cable
Warranty: 3 years warranty incl. backlight; additional services available; optional 4. + 5. year warranty extension 2
Operating Hours: 24/7

Downloads

6 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets X981UHD SST_Datasheet.pdf 372 KB PDF Manuals & guides AN-SW-001_User_Manual_Dashboard_Software.pdf 1.6 MB PDF Manuals & guides External_Control__X651UHD_X841UHD_X981UHD.pdf 732 KB PDF Brochures Warranty-and-Services_Interactive_Computing.pdf 1.0 MB PDF Brochures · Opens on manufacturer site SharpProduct_Overview.pdf PDF Certificates & compliance X981UHDSST.pdf 332 KB

Questions about X981UHD SST

Is the NEC X981UHD SST still sold as a new model?

NEC has discontinued the X981UHD SST, so this page focuses on a current equivalent or a compatible replacement. Send the model code, your room dimensions and the number of sources you need to connect. The SmartRooms Qatar team will reply with options and a quotation, usually within one working day, matched to your wall, mounting and existing cabling.

Our organisation already has this model. What should we check first?

Start with the warranty. The manufacturer lists three years including the backlight for this model, with an optional fourth and fifth year extension, so compare the purchase date against that period. Note the model code, whether an OPS module is fitted and the type of wall or stand in use. If a unit needs replacing, a quotation for a compatible model can keep the existing mount and cabling.

How many touch points does ShadowSense track?

The ShadowSense touch layer recognises up to 12 real touches at once, with accuracy below 2 mm and a response time of 6 to 8 ms. It accepts finger, glove and stylus input, with the stylus at least 4 mm wide. In a design review where several people mark up one drawing, the number of simultaneous touches matters more than the screen size alone.

Does the touch layer need drivers installed on the host computer?

No. The touch connects over USB 2.0 HID and works plug and play, with no drivers needed on the host PC for major operating systems. Native multi-touch is listed for Windows 7 to 11, Linux and Android, while Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS use default mouse behaviour. Confirm your operating system before ordering, especially if you run older Windows machines.

Can a boardroom with a glass wall in West Bay use this panel?

Yes, if the room is fully air-conditioned. The touch layer is rated for ambient light up to full sunlight, about 100,000 lux, and the front glass has an anti-reflective coating with 92% light transmission. The operating range is 0 to +35 °C, so avoid placing the panel where direct afternoon sun falls on it, and use blinds to control glare from the glass wall.

Is it suitable for engineers reviewing drawings in the Industrial Area?

Yes. The 3840 x 2160 native resolution at 60 Hz, 1300:1 typical contrast and 178-degree viewing angles help a group read fine linework and data from the sides of a table. Connect a workstation through DisplayPort or HDMI and use the touch layer for markups. An engineering office or energy company in the Industrial Area, Mesaieed or Ras Laffan could use it for group reviews.

What suits a seminar room at a university in Education City?

The 45 mm symmetrical bezel keeps the image frame even, and the OPS slot lets an optional Slot-in PC sit inside the display rather than on the lecturer's desk. Four HDMI inputs, one DisplayPort and two DVI-D inputs allow several sources to be connected at once. Request a site survey to check the room layout and sightlines before fixing the panel.

What wall and space planning does a 98-inch panel need?

The panel measures 2,276 x 1,329 x 123 mm without stand and weighs 150 kg without stand. Its VESA pattern is 400 x 400 mm with M8 holes. Plan for a wall that carries the full load, clearance for cable routing and a mounting option suited to the room. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, which we recommend before fixing a panel this size.

What connections and ports does it have?

The video inputs are one DisplayPort with HDCP, two DVI-D with HDCP and four HDMI with HDCP. Control is LAN 100Mbit with SNMP, RS-232C and infrared remote, and the touch uses USB 2.0. Audio input is a 3.5 mm jack plus digital audio over HDMI or DisplayPort. The OPS slot accepts a plug-in computer or signage player.

Will the built-in speakers be enough for a hotel meeting room in Lusail?

The integrated speakers are rated 10 W + 10 W. For a conference room where guests sit far from the screen, the optional 15 W + 15 W speakers may be worth adding. Confirm the room size and seating layout when you request your quote, so the speaker option is included in the order if it is needed.

Can a Doha office use it for video calls with a team abroad?

Yes. The four HDMI inputs, one DisplayPort and two DVI-D inputs let a laptop or conferencing system feed the panel, while the touch layer lets people mark up shared content directly on screen. The 98-inch size keeps material readable for a larger group in an office in Doha. Tell the team your conferencing equipment when you request a quote so the connections are checked.