Sharp Advanced Color ePaper (ACeP) Displays
Marking a new era in energy-efficient signage solutions. The Sharp EP-C131, EP-C251, and EP-CA22 ePaper displays offer a digital alternative to traditional paper posters, consuming minimal power while providing exceptional visibility and a paper-like appearance.
Product Overview
Sharp Advanced Color ePaper (ACeP) displays are designed for static content with regular updates, making them ideal for various applications. They consume a remarkable minimum of zero watts of power when displaying a static image, drawing only minimal power when an update occurs. This makes them a significant step towards a carbon-neutral era.
These displays are perfect for retail environments (POS promotions, menu boards, allergen/nutritional information), hospitality, and transportation sectors (timetables, check-in/gate information). They ensure unimpaired readability in bright and semi-outdoor settings, featuring low reflection and a paper-like quality. The ACeP color performance delivers outstanding visual performance with excellent contrast, wide viewing angles, and fine resolution, providing an ergonomic and comfortable viewing experience that is easy on the eyes, with no reflections or blue light.
An integrated System on a Chip (SoC) ensures intelligent and future-proof operation. Content can be delivered effortlessly through Content Management System (CMS) partners or via user-friendly options like USB-C, WiFi, or Bluetooth. The displays boast a slim, lightweight design, supporting landscape, portrait, face-up, and face-down orientations with multiple mounting points, enhancing aesthetics and offering flexibility for optional battery solutions.
Key Features & Benefits
- ? Always on display: Remains visible even when power is turned off.
- ⚡ Low power consumption: Minimal power usage, especially when static.
- ☀️ High visibility: Easy to see in bright locations and semi-outdoor settings.
- ? Paper-like appearance: Offers a natural, comfortable viewing experience.
- ↔️ Wide viewing angle: Nearly 180° viewing angle for broad visibility.
- ?️ No blue light: Gentle on the eyes, even for extended viewing periods.
- ? Automatic/Manual switching: Images can be switched manually or automatically.
- ? Environmentally friendly: Digital alternative to print, reducing paper waste and offering a lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
- ? Easy Installation: Thin and lightweight design facilitates installation in various locations.
Visual Description: Imagine a modern airport terminal where a Sharp ePaper display shows flight information for "Terminal 2 | Gate A8," including flight details and VIP boarding status, seamlessly integrated into the environment.
Easy Content Management & Connectivity
Managing and distributing content is simple and convenient via PC, USB-C, WiFi, or Bluetooth.
Content Management Options:
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Direct PC Connection: Use the EP Setting Tool via USB-C for direct PC connection, allowing transfer of single or multiple images.
Visual Description: A diagram shows a USB-C cable connecting a display to a PC.
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Easy Rollout: Create a USB-C drive to quickly set up multiple devices, including WiFi configuration and content.
Visual Description: A diagram illustrates using a USB-C drive to transfer images and WiFi settings to a display.
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Wireless Connectivity: Connect over WiFi and Bluetooth to manage and automate content from CMS systems.
Visual Description: A diagram shows a CMS system communicating wirelessly with displays.
Power Adapter Configuration
Utilize a commercially available portable charger to power the displays in locations without a power supply.
Controls
The 'Mode' button allows switching between manual and automatic image updates, while the 'Pairing' button enables connection to mobile devices for content updates.
Specifications
| EP-C131 | EP-C251 | EP-CA22 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panel Technology | ACeP | ||
| Backlight Type | None | ||
| Viewable Image Size | 13.3" | 25.3" | 28.6" |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 | 16:9 | 1.4:1 |
| Native Resolution | 1600x1200 | 3200x1800 | 2160x3060 |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.169 mm | 0.175 mm | 0.194 mm |
| Supported File Formats | *.jpg, *.jpeg, *.bmp, *.png | ||
| Input Connectors | USB-C | USB-C, USB | |
| Processor | Arm® Cortex®-A55 processor (quad core) | ||
| Memory | 2GB | ||
| Storage | 8GB (eMMC) | 16GB (Free area: 14GB) | |
| Wireless LAN | IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant | ||
| OS | Android OS 11 | ||
| Pre-installed Applications | e-Signage S Player A1 | ||
| Power Consumption | Max: 15W / On (typical): 0W | Max: 30W / On (typical): 0W | Max: 30W / On (typical): 0W |
| Input Current Max | N/A | N/A | 3A |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 12.1 x 9.1 x 0.8 in. / 306.4 x 229.9 x 20.9 mm | 23.5 x 13.8 x 1.2 in. / 596 x 351.6 x 19.3 mm | 24.3 x 17.2 x 0.6 in. / 618 x 438 x 14.7 mm |
| Net Weight | 1.5 lbs. / 0.7 kg | 4.2 lbs. / 1.9 kg | 5.1 lbs. / 2.3 kg |
| VESA Hole Configuration | 100 x 100 mm | 200 x 200 mm | |
| Anti Theft Hole | Yes | ||
| Operating Temperature | 32-122°F / 0-50°C | ||
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80% Humidity (Non-Condensing) | ||
| Storage Temperature | 68-140°F / 20-60°C | ||
| Storage Humidity | 10% - 90% (non-condensing) | ||
| Regulation | TBD | ||
| Additional Features | Power Cord, AC Adapter, Clamp, Operation Manual, Warranty Card, Hanging Hook, Paper Stand, Stand attention instructions | ||
| Limited Warranty | Registered owners receive a 3-years parts and labor warranty. | ||
Visual Description: The EP-C131 display has dimensions of approximately 12.1 inches (height) by 9.1 inches (width) and uses a 100x100 mm VESA mount. The EP-C251 display is approximately 23.5 inches (height) by 13.8 inches (width) and uses a 200x200 mm VESA mount. The EP-CA22 display measures approximately 24.3 inches (height) by 17.2 inches (width) and also uses a 200x200 mm VESA mount.
Applications Showcase
Retail Signage: Displays are ideal for retail environments, showcasing sales promotions and wayfinding information.
Visual Description: A retail display features a "SALE ORGANIC" sign with fresh produce, highlighting "Grown by Certified Organic Farmers."
Educational Institutions: Suitable for campus information systems, such as directories or promotional displays for services like a "Peer Tutoring & Study Center."
Visual Description: A mall directory or informational poster promotes a "Peer Tutoring & Study Center" located in "Student Services," with themes of education and learning.
