Planar QE9850 - 98" large format 4K LCD display - 997-8799-01 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Planar QE9850 is a 98-inch large-format 4K LCD display rated for 24/7 operation and designed for digital signage, collaborative meeting spaces, and enterprise AV environments requiring commercial-grade performance at maximum screen real estate. With TAA compliance, quad-source viewing, fanless operation, and Crestron driver support, it has served as a reliable 98-inch cornerstone display for government, corporate, and institutional deployments. Note: the QE9850 is End of Production with limited remaining inventory and is replaced by the Planar URP98.
Product Description
The Planar QE9850 (SKU: 997-8799-01) is a 98-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) LED-backlit LCD display supporting native 4K at up to 60Hz via HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 with HDCP 2.2 compliance. The display supports four simultaneous source inputs in quad layout with per-zone image adjustments and email-based remote monitoring alerts. Fanless operation eliminates noise and mechanical failure points, and an embedded Planar ContentSmart 4K media player is included for standalone signage playback without an external media source.


Crestron drivers are available for simplified AV control system integration, reducing programming time for integrators and system designers. Landscape and portrait flexibility is supported on select configurations. TAA compliance qualifies the QE9850 for government and institutional purchasing vehicles. As an end-of-production model, remaining inventory is limited—the URP98 is the current replacement. Purchasers requiring a 98-inch TAA-compliant display for near-term delivery should inquire about current stock availability.
Key Features
- 98-inch 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) large-format LED LCD display
- Native 4K at 60Hz via HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 (HDCP 2.2)
- Quad-source simultaneous viewing with per-zone image adjustment
- Embedded Planar ContentSmart 4K media player for standalone signage
- Fanless design for quiet, low-maintenance 24/7 operation
- Crestron drivers available for AV control system integration
- Landscape and portrait flexibility (select models)
- TAA-compliant for government and institutional procurement
- Remote monitoring with email alert notifications
- End of Production — limited remaining inventory
Typical Applications
- Corporate digital signage and large-format conference room displays
- Government agency briefing and situation rooms
- Higher education auditoriums and large lecture spaces
- Retail and hospitality feature display walls
- Healthcare facility information displays
- Command and control center monitoring walls
- Convention center and event venue signage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Diagonal Size | 98" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Type | LED-backlit LCD |
| Video Inputs | HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2), DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Max Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Multi-Source Viewing | Quad layout (4 simultaneous sources) |
| Embedded Media Player | Yes — Planar ContentSmart 4K |
| Fanless Design | Yes |
| 24/7 Operation | Yes |
| Crestron Drivers | Yes |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Production Status | End of Production — Limited Quantity |
| Successor Model | Planar URP98 (998-3263-00) |
| SKU / Part Number | 997-8799-01 |
Competitor Comparison
| Criteria | Planar QE9850 | Samsung QMB 98" | LG UH7F 86" | NEC P985Q |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 98" | 98" | 86" | 98" |
| Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K UHD | 4K UHD | 4K UHD |
| Embedded Media Player | Yes (ContentSmart 4K) | No | No | No |
| TAA Compliant | Yes | No | No | Varies |
| Fanless Design | Yes | No | No | No |
| Crestron Drivers | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Multi-Source Viewing | Quad layout | PIP | PIP | Quad layout |
| Production Status | End of Production | Active | Active | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the QE9850 still available to purchase?
- Yes, but with limited remaining inventory. The QE9850 is end-of-production. Contact Creation Networks to confirm current stock availability before placing an order.
- What replaces the QE9850?
- The Planar URP98 (SKU: 998-3263-00) is the direct successor to the QE9850, offering an updated UltraRes P Series platform with TAA compliance and D-LED backlighting at the same 98-inch size.
- Does the QE9850 include an embedded media player?
- Yes. The Planar ContentSmart 4K media player is embedded, enabling standalone digital signage content playback without an external source device.
- Is the QE9850 TAA compliant?
- Yes. The QE9850 is TAA-compliant and eligible for government procurement under applicable purchasing vehicles.
- How many sources can the QE9850 display simultaneously?
- The QE9850 supports up to four simultaneous sources in quad layout, with independent per-zone image quality adjustment and remote monitoring alerts.
- Are Crestron drivers available for the QE9850?
- Yes. Crestron drivers are available through Planar's website, reducing AV control system integration time for installers and programmers.
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