1. First-Time Use
Before proceeding, ensure that theLauncherServiceViewer.zip file is located at:
1.1 Resetting the Device
If the display was previously used, perform a factory reset to avoid configuration conflicts.1
Step One
Press and hold the universal + hidden key on the display for ~3 seconds.
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Step Two
The LED will briefly turn white, then flash green.
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Step Three
Wait ~3 minutes. When the LED turns blue and prompts for a flash drive, ignore this message.
1.2 Updating the Firmware
Firmware updates are available via the Philips support site: 📌 Instructions:- Go to the Philips Dropbox
- Click on Models → Select Model → Open Instructions Manual
- (Use right-click and open in a new tab if needed)
1.3 Installing scrcpy
Since these displays lack interactive input, use scrcpy to mirror and control the Android interface.1
Step One
Visit the scrcpy GitHub page.
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Step Two
Download the appropriate version (e.g., Windows 64-bit zip).
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Step Three
Extract the contents to your desired location. Ensure both scrcpy and adb are included.
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Step Four
Add the folder path to your system’s Environment Variables → Path.
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Step Five
Open Command Prompt and verify installation:
scrcpy -vadb --version
2. Installing the Application
Ensure scrcpy and adb are correctly installed.1
Step One
Connect the display to PC via USB.
2
Step Two
Confirm access to the Android file system through the file manager.
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Step Three
Open Command Prompt.
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Step Four
Type
adb devices to verify the device connection.5
Step Five
Launch scrcpy with
scrcpy. If multiple devices are connected, use scrcpy -s {device-name}.6
Step Six
Download the latest PADS4 Web Launcher APK.
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Step Seven
Navigate to the folder containing the .apk file.
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Step Eight
Right-click and select Open in Terminal.
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Step Nine
Install the app with
adb install {application}.apk. Wait for Success confirmation.10
Step Ten
In the scrcpy window, press Home, then launch PADS4 Web Launcher.
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Step Eleven
Enter the appropriate configuration to connect with your PADS4 environment.
3. Supported Features & Limitations
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Display Models | ✅ Supported |
| Portrait Mode | ✅ Supported |
| Remote Control | ❌ Not supported (can configure, but remote doesn’t work) |
| HTTPS | ✅ Supported |
| Video | ⚠️ Not supported (only first frame shown) |
| Images (JPG, PNG, BMP) | ✅ Supported |
| GIF | ⚠️ Static only |
| Text, Line, Shape | ✅ Supported |
| Scrolling Text | ⚠️ Unpredictable behavior due to low refresh rate |
| Formatted Text | ✅ Use only minute-based time formatting (avoid seconds) |
| Flash | ❌ Not supported |
| Table | ✅ Supported (frequent changes may cause row visibility issues) |
| PDF / PowerPoint | ✅ Only static, first page displayed |
| Interactive Button | ⚠️ Displayed as static, not interactive |
| Web | ❌ Not supported |
| Colors | ✅ Supported (limited to ePaper color range) |
| Data Providers | ⚠️ Static data only; updates must exceed refresh rate intervals |
| Rules, Viewer Variables | ✅ Supported within refresh rate limits |
| Software Updates | ✅ Supported |
| Offline Storage, Schedules | ✅ Supported |
| PADS4 Ctrl Center | ✅ Supported: Viewer Log, Screenshot, Sync Log, Viewer Settings, etc. |
| Display Management | ❌ Shutdown, Reboot, Wake-on-LAN, and LED state not supported |
| Monitoring & Alerts | ✅ Partial support (e.g., Network status) |
4. General Limitations
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Refresh Rate:
- 25BDL4150I: ~1 minute
- 32BDL5150I: ~2 minutes
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Content Behavior:
- Dynamic content can be displayed as screenshots.
- Content should not update faster than refresh rate.
5. Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
adb devices does not detect display | Unplug both ends of USB, reboot display (hold power 5s), reconnect USB. |
| USB not detected by PC | Reboot display and reconnect. Try factory reset if issue persists. |