32BDL5150I

Before beginning the installation process, ensure the LauncherServiceViewer.zip file is placed in the /PADS4/apps/ directory on the PADS4 Server.

For detailed hardware-related instructions, visit the Philips Dropbox documentation. Click “Models” in the bottom-left menu to select your display.

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1.1 Resetting the Device

A reset is highly recommended when the device has been previously used, to remove any conflicting configurations.

1. Step One

   Press and hold the universal + hidden key on the device for approximately 3 seconds.

2. Step Two

   Wait for the LED to flash green after briefly turning white.

3. Step Three

   After about 3 minutes, the LED will turn blue. A message prompting USB insertion will appear—this can be ignored.

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1.2 Updating the Firmware

To ensure compatibility, update your firmware by following the steps in the Philips instructions manual:

Access the instructions through the Philips Dropbox by selecting “Models”, finding your display, and opening the manual (use right-click to open in a new tab if needed).

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1.3 Installing scrcpy

scrcpy enables interaction with the device through your PC, essential since ePaper displays lack interactivity.

1. Step One

   Navigate to the scrcpy GitHub page.

2. Step Two

   Scroll to “Get the app”, and download the version for your OS.

3. Step Three

   On Windows, download and extract the 64-bit .zip file.

4. Step Four

   Ensure the extracted folder contains both scrcpy and adb.

5. Step Five

   (Optional) Add the folder to your system’s Path Environment Variable for easy access.

6. Step Six

   Open Command Prompt and test with scrcpy -v and adb version.

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2. Installing the Application

Use scrcpy and adb to install the PADS4 application.

1. Step One

   Connect the display to your PC/laptop via USB.

2. Step Two

   The Android file system should appear in File Explorer.

3. Step Three

   Open Command Prompt.

4. Step Four

   Run adb devices to verify connection.

5. Step Five

   Launch scrcpy with scrcpy. For multiple devices: scrcpy -s {device-name}.

6. Step Six

   Download the latest PADS4 Web Launcher .apk file.

7. Step Seven

   Navigate to the folder containing the .apk, right-click and select “Open in Terminal”.

8. Step Eight

   Run: adb install {application}.apk. Look for Success.

9. Step Nine

   Switch to the scrcpy window, press Home, and locate PADS4 Web Launcher.

10. Step Ten

    Launch the app and complete the PADS4 environment configuration.

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3. Supported Features & Limitations

Area	Support
Display Models	✅ Supported
Portrait Mode	✅ Supported
Remote Control	⚠️ Setting can be changed, but remotes are not supported
HTTPS	✅ Supported
Video	❌ Not Applicable – only first frame shown
Image	✅ JPG, PNG, BMP (GIF static only)
Text / Line / Shape	✅ Supported
Scrolling Text	⚠️ Unpredictable due to low refresh rate
Formatted Text	✅ Supported with timing considerations
Flash	❌ Not Supported
Table	✅ Static content only. Some rows may not render fully
PDF / PowerPoint	✅ Static content only; first page shown
Interactive Button	✅ Displayed statically (not interactive)
Playlist	✅ Supported from Content Library
Web	❌ Not Supported
Colors	✅ Limited to display color range
Data Providers	✅ Static data only
Transitions	❌ Not Applicable
Rules	⚠️ Only if refresh-tolerant
Offline Features	✅ Content Library, Schedules, Data
Property Bindings	✅ Only with slow update interval
Viewer Variables	✅ Supported
Software Updates	✅ Supported
Turn Off Display	⚠️ Works but no black screen shown
LED / NFC / 4K	❌ Not Supported
PADS4 Ctrl Center	✅ Supported (limited features)
Reboot / Shutdown / Connection State	❌ Not Supported (use scrcpy instead)
Monitoring & Alerts	✅ Partial (network monitoring only)
Wake-on-LAN	❌ Not Supported

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4. General Limitations

• Refresh Rate:

  • 25BDL4150I: ~1 minute
  • 32BDL5150I: ~2 minutes

• Dynamic Content Rendering:

  • Dynamic elements are rendered as static screenshots.

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5. Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
adb devices does not list device	Unplug both USB ends and replug. Reboot device by holding power button ~5s, then reconnect after green light stops flashing.
Device not connecting via USB	Follow the above reset/unplug steps. Perform a device reset if not previously done.