Marking a new era in energy-efficient signage with Sharp/NEC ePaper Displays

A groundbreaking advance in energy-efficient signage technology, the ePaper display consumes a remarkable zero watts when displaying content. Taking only minimal power draw when content changes, innovation in ePaper signage is making a significant step forward toward the carbon-neutral era.

always-on

low power consuption

visibility in bright environments

paper-like

wide viewing angle

easy on the eyes

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Discover the Benefits

Digital alternative to static signs and paper posters

Delivering unimpaired readability even in the brightest environments, ePaper displays present static digital images with a paperlike quality. With full colour capability enhanced by ACeP colour performance, excellent contrast, wide viewing angles, and fine resolution, content is perceived as a paper poster, appearing brighter in high ambient light conditions.

With no reflections, nor blue light, the ergonomic content presentation is easy on the eyes for unrivalled viewer comfort. Removes the requirements for print ads while saving the environment.

Static content that’s always on display

Where static content needs updating on a regular basis, ePaper provides a cost-effective solution for 24/7 display. Ideal for POS promotions, menu boards and allergen information in retail and hospitality settings, to timetables, wayfinding, check-in and gate information in transportation environments, ePaper is offering a low-cost sustainable signage solution.

Unlimited installation flexibility

Landscape, portrait, face up or face down. Super slim and ultra-light weight, the ePaper Display can be hung like a picture frame, placed on a table stand or installed on a mount using the standard VESA points on the back.

No need for a local power source, the ePaper Display offers incredible flexibility and can be positioned and repositioned almost anywhere. Versatile ePaper demands little in the way of installation and even less during operation.

Signage for the carbon neutral era

Consuming a remarkable zero watts when presenting content, ePaper technology represents a new era of signage, making a substantial step toward carbon neutrality.

A power source is needed only when content changes or new content is uploaded to the device, drawing only minimal energy via USB Type-C connectivity or an external battery. The frame is manufactured using recycled plastic material.

Sharp/NEC’s innovation in ePaper technology is making a significant contribution to reducing energy consumption, minimising waste, and mitigating negative impacts on ecosystems.

Light and sleek design

The thin lightweigt design allows for easy and flexible installation either by hanging clips or via the VESA mount (100 × 100 13″ ePaper / 200 × 200 25″ ePaper).

Effortless content management

The ePaper displays feature an integrated low power System on a Chip (SoC) for a seamlessly intelligent and future-proof operation. It effortlessly delivers content through selected Content Management System (CMS) partners over WiFi or offers a user-friendly experience with the simplest content management options via PC, USB or Bluetooth.

Easy setup over configuration tool

Configure device parameters
Provide WiFi network access
Provision images and playlist

Easy rollout

Create a USB drive to speed up the setup of multiple devices
Include WiFi configuration and/or images

Easy content provisioning

Connect over WiFi and Bluetooth
Manage and automate the content from CMS systems

Compatible Software and Tools

ePaper Mobile App (EDP Assistant Tool)

Mobile App to change settings and upload images to an ePaper display from a mobile device via Bluetooth.

ePaper Settings Tool

Software tool to configure ePaper displays, upload images and create playlists.

Awards

AV Magazine – WINNER Visual Technology of the Year 2024
Recognised for its significant potential for the carbon-neutral future of digital signage, the Sharp ePaper Display impressed the judges with its remarkable zero energy consumption. This award highlights the company’s commitment to sustainable innovation as it continues to push the boundaries of visual technology.

Inavation Awards – FINALIST Display Technology of the Year 2025
Finalists have been selected from a strong field of entrants into the 2025 Inavation Technology Awards. The Sharp ePaper Display impressed the judges as a pioneering a new genre of signage technology which offers enormous potential for a carbon-neutral future - innovation worthy of recognition by the industry.

iF Design Award 2024
The iF DESIGN AWARD emphasizes design’s global impact. To be awarded the iF DESIGN AWARD means passing a rigorous two-stage selection by renowned design experts. With an increasing number of participants every year, only the highest-quality will be selected.

Rave Pubs - Best New Indoor Digital Signage Display
A groundbreaking advance in energy-efficient signage technology, the ePaper Display consumes a remarkable zero watts when presenting content. Taking only minimal power draw when content changes, innovation in ePaper signage is making a significant step forward toward the carbon-neutral area.

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Sharp/NEC ePaper Displays

As a digital alternative to paper posters, the ePaper displays are ideal for applications requiring static content with regular updates such as POS promotions, menu boards, allergen information in retail and hospitality environments, timetables, or check-in and gate information in transportation environments.

Sharp/NEC ePaper

Zero power consumption, unimpaired readability – even under brightest ambient conditions, easy content management and ultra-light weight.

Sharp ePaper How to

This video navigates you through sustainability and efficiency, how to get your device setup and displaying your content in no-time.