Planar MX55M 55" 1920x1080 LCD Video Wall Display 24/7 - 998-1492-00

Product Overview

The Planar MX55M is a 55-inch Clarity Matrix G2 LCD video wall display engineered for 24/7 mission-critical operation, delivering 700 nit brightness, Full HD 1920x1080 resolution, and an ultra-narrow 1.7mm tiled bezel width for near-seamless multi-panel arrays. As a core panel of the Clarity Matrix G2 platform, the MX55M combines off-board electronics architecture with the Planar EasyAxis Mounting System to achieve the industry's thinnest 3.6-inch installed depth. Built-in Big Picture Plus video wall processing supports 4K input capability and multi-source scaling across the entire display array. This display is purpose-built for command centers, broadcast environments, and enterprise AV installations where reliability and image quality cannot be compromised.

Product Description

The Planar MX55M (SKU: 998-1492-00) is the baseline configuration of the Clarity Matrix G2 LCD video wall panel, delivering exceptional tiled visual performance without ERO glass — a cost-efficient choice for controlled-environment video wall deployments where optical bonding is not a requirement. At 700 nit brightness with 10-bit color processing, the MX55M produces outstanding image depth and color uniformity across a tiled array. The Planar Clarity Matrix G2 LCD video wall panel platform is recognized for its 1.7mm minimum tiled bezel — among the narrowest in the industry — creating a nearly seamless canvas for large-format content. The off-board electronics design separates processing components from the display panel, reducing depth, weight, and heat at the wall while improving reliability and simplifying servicing. A single off-board power supply module drives up to 8 panels, reducing required rack-mounted power outlets by half. Built-in video extension up to 500 feet eliminates third-party extender costs and complexity. For government and security applications, an optional Fiber Video Extension provides secure, long-distance video transport over fiber. Planar WallNet monitors the health and status of all displays via SNMP for proactive management of the entire video wall infrastructure.

Key Features

• 55-inch Clarity Matrix G2 LCD video wall panel, 24/7 mission-critical rated
• 700 nit brightness with 10-bit color processing for vivid image quality
• Ultra-narrow 1.7mm tiled bezel width for near-seamless video wall arrays
• Full HD 1920x1080 resolution, 4K input capability
• Planar Big Picture Plus video wall processing, scales across full array or sections
• Off-board electronics design, 3.6-inch installed depth, reduced heat and weight
• Planar EasyAxis Mounting System for precise panel-to-panel alignment
• Single power supply drives up to 8 displays, reduces rack space by 50%
• Built-in video extension up to 500 feet (no third-party extenders needed)
• Planar WallNet health monitoring with SNMP support
• Optional Fiber Video Extension for secure government and military deployments
• Redundant power supply modules for continuous 24/7 uptime

Typical Applications

• Command and control centers requiring 24/7 mission-critical displays
• Network operations centers (NOC) and security operations centers (SOC)
• Broadcast studio monitor walls and production control rooms
• Corporate communications and executive briefing center video walls
• Government and military operations centers (with optional Fiber extension)
• Emergency management and dispatch center display walls

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the MX55M differ from the MX55HDX models?

The MX55M is a 700 nit Clarity Matrix G2 panel without ERO glass, optimized for controlled-environment deployments where optical bonding is not required. The MX55HDX models deliver 800 nit brightness and include ERO optically-bonded glass for high ambient light or public-facing installations.

What is Planar Big Picture Plus video wall processing?

Big Picture Plus is Planar's built-in video wall processing system that allows multiple sources to be scaled and positioned across the entire video wall or any section. It supports 4K at 60Hz, Picture-in-Picture (PiP), and multi-source windowing without external processing hardware.

Does the MX55M support redundant power for 24/7 operations?

Yes. Redundant power supply modules are available, providing continuous operation even in the event of a primary supply failure — essential for mission-critical control room and NOC deployments.

What is the Fiber Video Extension option?

The optional Clarity Matrix Fiber Video Extension transports video signals from the off-board electronics to display panels over multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic cable, providing a secure signal path for government and military installations and supporting longer cable runs than copper.

How does Planar WallNet simplify video wall management?

WallNet is a centralized health and status monitoring platform that tracks the operational state of every display in the array via SNMP, enabling proactive fault detection, remote diagnostics, and status alerts without requiring on-site presence.

Can the MX55M be upgraded to include ERO glass later?

ERO glass is factory-optically-bonded and cannot be added in the field. For ERO protection, the MX55HDX-ERO variants are the correct product selection at time of purchase.