Panasonic TH-55LFV9 (Discontinued) · Replacements in Qatar

Name: Panasonic TH-55LFV9 55-inch Video Wall Display (Discontinued)
Brand: Panasonic
SKU: panasonic-th-55lfv9
Availability: Discontinued

Overview

The Panasonic TH-55LFV9 is a 55-inch-class LCD video wall display from the LFV9 Series, now discontinued by the manufacturer. It offers a 3.5 mm bezel-to-bezel distance in multi-screen use, 1920 x 1080 resolution, 500 cd/m² typical brightness and an anti-glare panel for round-the-clock operation. Organisations that already run this model, or are comparing it with newer video wall displays, can request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement.

What the TH-55LFV9 is and who still needs it

The Panasonic TH-55LFV9 is a 55-inch-class LCD panel from the LFV9 Series, designed to be tiled with other panels into one large image. The manufacturer has discontinued this model, so this page is written for three groups: organisations that already run one and want to extend a wall, buyers comparing it with newer video wall displays, and anyone searching for a replacement. SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement that fits your existing layout and sources.

Bezels, resolution and picture quality

Each panel has a 1920 x 1080 resolution in a 16:9 format and a typical brightness of 500 cd/m². The contrast ratio is 1200:1, and the dynamic contrast ratio is 500,000:1 with local dimming, which the manufacturer states is always on in this series. The anti-glare surface has a haze rating of 28%, which reduces reflections in rooms with strong daylight or overhead lighting. The bezel-to-bezel distance in multi-screen use is 3.5 mm, and a gap of 0.5 mm or more is still required between displays during installation.

Multi-screen layouts and 4K output

For 4K (3840 x 2160, 30p) content, the panel supports two methods. MST mode shows 4K as a 2 x 2 arrangement with dot-by-dot accuracy, while SST mode enlarges a 4K image across the wall. The multi-display function can enlarge an image up to 100 times its original size, and the manufacturer lists layouts from 2 x 2 up to 10 x 10. DisplayPort daisy-chaining supports up to 25 displays, or up to 8 when the input signal uses HDCP.

Power, heat and placement in Qatar

Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C, or 0 °C to 35 °C in some multi-screen configurations
Humidity: 20% to 80%, non-condensing
Power input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power draw: 185 W maximum, 103 W average in on mode, about 0.5 W in standby

Summer temperatures in Qatar often pass 45 °C, so the wall should sit in an air-conditioned room with space for ventilation around the cabinets. Typical fits include a monitoring room at an industrial or energy site in the Industrial Area or Mesaieed, a public information wall in a clinic reception, and a media or training wall at a university in Education City.

Connections, mounting and calibration

Connectivity includes two HDMI inputs, a DVI-D input, DisplayPort input and output, a DVI-I output, a mini D-Sub PC input, BNC video and component/RGB inputs, and a USB 2.0 Type A port that does not support USB 3.0. RS-232C and IR ports allow control from an external system, and failover and failback switch between two inputs so the picture keeps running if one source fails. Wall mounting requires a VESA-compliant bracket. The optional TY-VK55LV2 metal fittings support up to 9 columns and 11 rows, and each panel weighs approximately 27 kg. Panels are pre-calibrated at the factory, and the free Video Wall Manager software lets you adjust colour from a PC.

Planning your wall before you request a quote

Measure the wall and set the grid before ordering. Confirm the panel count, the spacing between panels, your source devices and the room's cooling. SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, professional installation and supply across all eight municipalities, with quotations usually within one working day. Schools and government buyers can issue an LPO or respond to a tender, including Monaqasat. Because this model is discontinued, request a quote for a current equivalent or compatible replacement and send your wall dimensions, panel count and input types with the request.

Highlights

3.5 mm bezel-to-bezel distance in multi-screen use
1920 x 1080 resolution and 500 cd/m² typical brightness
4K multi-screen output using MST or SST modes
Advanced anti-glare panel with 28% haze rating
Operating range 0 °C to 40 °C, rated for 24-hour use
Discontinued by the manufacturer; quotes for current replacements

Plan your video wall

Rows3

Columns3

Wall size about 3.65 × 2.05 m · 9 panels

Estimated timeline

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

Specifications

37 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Display Panel9

Screen Size (Diagonal): 55-inch (54.6" / 1387 mm)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Brightness (Typ): 500 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio: 1200 : 1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 500000 : 1
Response Time: 8.0 ms (G to G)
Viewing Angle (Horizontal/Vertical): 178°/178°(CR≥10)
Panel Surface Treatment: Advanced Anti-Glare treatment (Haze 28%)

Connection Terminal* 115

VIDEO In: BNC x 1 (Shared with Component In)
Audio In: Pin Jack (L+R) x 1 (Shared with Component in)
HDMI In: HDMI Type A Connector x 2
Component/RGB In: BNC x 1 set
Audio In: Pin Jack (L+R) x 1 (Shared with VIDEO in)
DVI-D In: DVI-D 24-pin x 1 (Female)
Audio In: Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with PC in) 0.5 V [rms]
DVI-I (DVI-D/VGA) Out: DVI-I 29-pin × 1 (Female) (DVI Revision1.0 compliant, HDCP1.4 Compatible)
DisplayPort In/Out: DisplayPort x 1 / x 1 (DP1.1a/1.2 support, HDCP1.3 Compatible)
PC In: Mini D-Sub 15-pin x 1 (Female)
Audio In (L/R): Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 (Shared with DVI-D in) 0.5 V [rms]
Audio out: Stereo Mini Jack (M3) x 1 0.5 V [rms] Variable (- ∞ - 0 dB) (1 kHz 0 dB Input,10 k Ω Load)
USB: USB 2.0 Type A Connector x 1 DC5 V/500 mA; (USB3.0 is not supported.)
Sereial In/Out: 2.5 mm stereo mini jack x 1/ 2.5 mm stereo mini jack x 1, RS-232C Compatible
IR In/Out: Stereo Mini Jack x 1/ Stereo Mini Jack x 1

Speaker1

External Speaker: 8 Ω, 20 W [10 W + 10 W] (10% THD)

Electrical4

Power Requirements: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 185 W
On Mode Average Power Consumption *2: 103 W
Stand-by Conditions: Approx. 0.5 W

Mechanical3

Dimensios (W x H x D): 1213.4 x 684.2 x 95 mm (47.8" x 27.0" x 3.8")
Bezel to Bezel: 3.5 mm (0.14") (Multi Screen)
Weight: Approx. 27 kg (57.8 lbs.)

Installation Requirement2

Orientation: Landscape/Portrait* 3
Tilting Angle: Vertical only* 4

Environment3

Operating Environment: Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)* 5 , 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)* 6 / Humidity: 20 % to 80 % (Non Condensation)
Operating Time* 7: 24 h/day
Regional Spec Sheets: Americas: TH-55LFV9U Europe, CIS, Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Africa: TH-55LFV9W

Downloads

5 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets TH-55LFV9_Spec_Sheet_Europe, CIS, Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Africa.pdf 1.3 MB PDF Manuals & guides 55lfv9_manual_en.pdf 9.4 MB PDF Manuals & guides VideoWallManager_ver.1.15_OI_DPQP1424ZC_E.pdf 3.9 MB PDF Brochures LFV9_series.pdf 872 KB URL Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site #lfv9

Questions about TH-55LFV9

Is the Panasonic TH-55LFV9 still sold new?

No. The manufacturer has discontinued the TH-55LFV9, so new units may not be available. If you need to add panels to an existing wall or replace a unit, SmartRooms Qatar can quote a current equivalent or a compatible replacement. Send your wall layout, the number of panels and the connection types you use now, and the team will suggest options and return a quotation, usually within one working day.

Is this panel suitable for a shopping mall entrance in Doha?

It suits indoor, air-conditioned retail areas where content must stay on screen all day. The panel is rated for 24-hour operation, and its anti-glare surface with 28% haze reduces reflections from bright lighting in atriums and lobbies. Its operating range is 0 °C to 40 °C, so it should not be placed in open or unconditioned entrances. Tell us the exact location in the building when you request a quote.

How big is the gap between panels, and does it matter?

The bezel-to-bezel distance is 3.5 mm in a multi-screen layout. The manufacturer also states that a gap of 0.5 mm or more is needed between displays during installation, and that gap is not included in the 3.5 mm figure. Your mounting frame must allow for that spacing, so the installer should measure the wall and confirm the layout during the free site survey before the panels are fixed.

Can it show 4K content across a video wall?

Yes, in a multi-screen layout. The source data describes two 4K (3840 x 2160, 30p) modes: MST, which shows 4K as a 2 x 2 dot-by-dot arrangement, and SST, which enlarges a 4K image across the wall. DisplayPort daisy-chaining supports up to 25 displays, or up to 8 when the input signal uses HDCP. Plan your signal source and cabling before ordering so the wall receives a single, stable feed.

Will it cope with Qatar summer temperatures?

Qatar summer temperatures often exceed 45 °C, while this panel's operating range is 0 °C to 40 °C, and the manufacturer lists 0 °C to 35 °C for some multi-screen configurations. Install the wall in an air-conditioned room with ventilation space around the cabinets, especially in tightly packed walls. For any location that is not air-conditioned, confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team before approving a quotation.

Does the power supply work with Qatar's 240 V mains?

The power input is rated 100-240 V AC at 50/60 Hz, which covers Qatar's 240 V, 50 Hz supply. Typical draw in on mode is 103 W, with a maximum of 185 W and about 0.5 W in standby. When sizing circuits for a multi-panel wall, multiply these figures by the number of panels, and ask the installer to confirm the power cord type for the sockets at your site in the quotation.

What should we plan before wall-mounting one?

Wall mounting needs a VESA-compliant bracket. For multi-screen installations, the optional TY-VK55LV2 metal fittings allow a maximum of 9 columns by 11 rows. Each panel weighs approximately 27 kg, so check the wall's load capacity, the bracket rating and whether two people can lift safely during fitting. SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey and professional installation before any work begins.

Can it be installed in portrait orientation?

The source data states the panel can be used in landscape or portrait orientation without affecting colour, brightness or operational life. However, the optional installation mount is for landscape installation only, and tilting is vertical only. If your corridor, column or information totem needs portrait orientation, tell the team early so the quotation specifies a suitable mounting solution.

Which inputs and control ports does it have?

Connections include two HDMI inputs, one DVI-D input, a DisplayPort input and output, a DVI-I output, a mini D-Sub 15-pin PC input, BNC video and component/RGB inputs, and a USB 2.0 Type A port without USB 3.0 support. For control, it provides RS-232C serial input and output and IR input and output. Check that your source devices match these connectors before you order.

How does failover help digital signage that cannot go dark?

Failover and failback switch between two system inputs, so the display can keep showing content if one source stops. The manufacturer positions this for transport signage where interruptions are not acceptable, and for shops that operate around the clock. In Doha, that could mean a wayfinding wall in a transport hub or a retail wall in a 24-hour store. Describe your primary and backup sources in the quotation request.

How is colour kept consistent across the wall, and what software is used?

Panels are pre-calibrated at the factory to reduce colour differences between displays, although the manufacturer notes visual adjustments may still be needed after installation. Panasonic's Video Wall Manager software is free and lets you calibrate colour with a colour sensor and manage settings from a PC. The optional TY-VUK10 kit adds automatic calibration using a specified Nikon camera. Ask whether you need it for a control room wall in the Industrial Area.

Can a government ministry or school buy this through an LPO?

Yes. SmartRooms Qatar accepts purchase orders (LPOs) and government tenders, including Monaqasat, and payment can be made by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. If a school or ministry is buying several panels for one wall, send the quantity, layout and LPO requirements together so the quotation covers every unit. Because this model is discontinued, the quotation will name a current equivalent or a compatible replacement.