Planar 55IN 1920x1080 500-nit LCD Video Wall System - 998-1495-01

Product Overview

The Planar 55-inch 1920x1080 500 nit LCD Video Wall System (SKU 998-1495-01) is a Clarity Matrix G3 LX55M display engineered for 24/7 mission-critical deployments. With a tiled bezel width of just 0.88 mm, it delivers the narrowest bezel in the G3 lineup — producing an exceptionally seamless digital canvas. Local dimming technology, Full HD resolution, and LED backlighting make it ideal for high-impact video wall installations in broadcast, control room, and corporate environments.

Product Description

The Clarity Matrix G3 LX55M advances on the G2 platform with an ultra-narrow 0.88 mm tiled bezel width — more than half as narrow as the G2's 1.7 mm minimum — for a virtually seamless display surface across multi-panel arrays. The G3 architecture retains the proven off-board electronics design that separates processing from the panel face, maintaining minimal installed depth and enabling front-service access without rear wall entry.

User-selectable local dimming is a key G3 differentiator: it adjusts backlight zones independently to maximize contrast ratio and ensure black-level uniformity across the panel. Bright areas render with full luminance while dark areas benefit from deeper, more consistent blacks — critical for mixed-content applications like security feeds alongside graphical dashboards. The reduced panel weight of the G3 LX55M further simplifies installation and reduces structural load on mounting hardware.

At 500 nits, the LX55M targets installations with controlled ambient lighting: command centers, broadcast studios, corporate operations rooms, and network operations centers. LED backlighting ensures consistent color temperature and longevity across 24/7 duty cycles.

Key Features

• 55-inch LCD panel with Full HD 1920x1080 resolution
• 0.88 mm tiled bezel width — among the narrowest in the 55-inch LCD video wall category
• 500 nit brightness for controlled ambient light environments
• User-selectable local dimming for superior contrast ratio and black-level uniformity
• Reduced panel weight vs. G2 for easier installation and lower structural requirements
• Off-board electronics architecture: minimal depth, reduced heat at panel face
• LED backlight technology rated for 24/7 continuous operation
• Front-service capable via EasyAxis Mounting System
• Planar Big Picture Plus video wall processing with 4K @ 60Hz support
• Leyard WallDirector software for centralized configuration and monitoring

Typical Applications

• Network operations centers and IT monitoring rooms requiring continuous, seamless display
• Broadcast and news studio video walls where bezel interruption must be minimized
• Corporate executive briefing centers with high-resolution multi-source content
• Security and surveillance control rooms with mixed video and data feeds
• Higher education visualization labs and collaborative research facilities
• Transportation authority operations centers with real-time network status displays

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the G3 LX55M and the G2 LX55HDU?

The G3 LX55M features a 0.88 mm tiled bezel width versus 1.7 mm on the G2, user-selectable local dimming for improved contrast, and reduced panel weight. Both use off-board electronics and 500 nit brightness, but the G3 represents the current generation with improved visual performance and installation efficiency.

What does user-selectable local dimming do?

Local dimming divides the LED backlight into independently controlled zones. When enabled, dark content areas reduce backlight output for deeper blacks, while bright areas maintain full luminance. This increases effective contrast ratio significantly beyond the panel's native specification.

Is the LX55M (998-1495-01) available in portrait orientation?

This SKU is a landscape-configured unit. Consult Planar or Creation Networks for portrait mounting hardware options compatible with the G3 EasyAxis system.

What video wall processing is included?

Planar Big Picture Plus video wall processing is integrated into the off-board electronics, supporting 4K sources at up to 60Hz, scaling across any wall zone, picture-in-picture, and 4K quadview multi-source layouts.

How is the video wall managed day-to-day?

Leyard WallDirector software provides web-based configuration, one-button presets for source switching, drag-and-drop source placement on a virtual canvas, and centralized health monitoring for all displays in the array.

What is the warranty on this unit?

Planar Clarity Matrix G3 displays carry a standard 3-year limited warranty covering parts and labor for 24/7 continuous operation.