Planar MX46HDU-P-ERO 46"Clarity Matrix G2 1920x1080 800 nit - 997-9305-00

Product Overview

The Planar MX46HDU-P-ERO is a 46-inch Clarity Matrix G2 LCD video wall panel configured specifically for portrait-orientation installations, delivering 800 nit brightness with ERO (Extended Ruggedness and Optics) optically bonded glass. Portrait mounting enables vertical content layouts suited for wayfinding columns, menu boards, digital signage pillars, and narrow corridor installations where landscape panels would require excessive horizontal span. At 800 nit with ERO glass, it performs in high ambient light public spaces while providing the durability and optical continuity required for touch-enabled applications. SKU 997-9305-00.

Product Description

The MX46HDU-P-ERO occupies a distinct role within the Clarity Matrix G2 family as the portrait-optimized variant, factory-configured for vertical mounting. Its 40.3-inch width and 22.8-inch height (when viewed in portrait) produce a tall, narrow tile that scales naturally into multi-panel portrait columns — common in digital menu boards, retail signage towers, and wayfinding kiosks. The 800 nit brightness ensures visibility on bright retail floors, daylit lobbies, and outdoor-adjacent installations, while ERO glass adds impact resistance and eliminates the parallax and reflection issues of unprotected LCD surfaces. Connectivity includes four HDMI inputs and one DisplayPort, with RS-232 serial control for integration with AV control systems. Dynamic contrast ratio of 3,500:1 delivers punchy, high-contrast imagery for video and still content. Like other MX46HDU variants, this panel is touch-upgradeable with Planar's touch kit, enabling portrait interactive displays up to 32 simultaneous touch points. The EU RoHS environmental certification confirms compliance with restricted substance regulations.

Key Features

• 46-inch Full HD (1920x1080) LCD panel, portrait orientation with ERO glass
• 800 nit brightness — high ambient light performance
• ERO optically bonded glass — ruggedness, reduced glare, continuous touch surface
• Portrait configuration for vertical signage columns and wayfinding pillar installs
• Dynamic contrast ratio: 3,500:1
• 4x HDMI inputs, 1x DisplayPort
• RS-232 serial control for AV system integration
• Touch-upgradeable: up to 32 simultaneous touch points (touch kit required)
• 3.7mm tiled bezel width
• EU RoHS compliant
• Dual voltage: 120V AC and 230V AC
• Clarity Matrix G2 ecosystem compatible

Typical Applications

• Digital menu boards in quick-service and fast casual restaurants
• Retail store signage pillars and column wraps
• Airport and transit wayfinding displays in portrait column configurations
• Hotel lobby and conference center directory boards
• Interactive portrait kiosks in museums and visitor centers
• Narrow-corridor digital signage where landscape panels would over-extend

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical difference between the MX46HDU-P-ERO (portrait) and the MX46HDU-L-ERO (landscape)?

The -P suffix designates factory portrait configuration. The panel is mounted and calibrated to display content vertically — ideal for tall, narrow signage columns, menu boards, and wayfinding pillars. The -L variant is landscape-configured for standard horizontal video wall arrays. While panels can physically be rotated, factory orientation variants ensure proper thermal management, mount geometry, and OSD orientation out of box. Do not substitute one for the other in a planned installation without consulting Planar.

Can portrait panels be tiled horizontally to form a wide video wall?

Portrait panels can be tiled in column arrays (stacked vertically). Using portrait panels in a standard horizontal tiled array is not a recommended configuration. For wide video wall installations, the landscape (-L) or VESA (-V) variants are the appropriate choice.

How does ERO glass benefit a portrait digital signage installation?

In high-traffic portrait installations such as retail pillars and kiosk columns, ERO glass provides impact and abrasion resistance that bare LCD surfaces cannot. The optically bonded construction also eliminates condensation between the glass and LCD, reduces reflections in daylit environments, and provides a continuous smooth surface for touch interaction across panel boundaries.

Is a separate video processor required for this panel?

Yes. The Clarity Matrix G2 uses an off-board electronics architecture. A Video Controller and Remote Power Supply are required and sold separately. This design keeps the panel depth and heat output minimal while centralizing complex electronics for easier service access.

What is the maximum array size supported with MX46HDU-P-ERO panels?

Clarity Matrix G2 supports custom configurations up to 350 inches diagonal as special-order items. Standard 2x2 and 3x3 configurations are available off the shelf. Portrait column configurations of 1xN (single column, multiple panels tall) are common in wayfinding and menu board deployments.