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.
1.1 Resetting the Device
A reset is highly recommended when the device has been previously used, to remove any conflicting configurations.
Step One
Press and hold the universal + hidden key on the device for approximately 3 seconds.
Step Two
Wait for the LED to flash green after briefly turning white.
Step Three
After about 3 minutes, the LED will turn blue. A message prompting USB insertion will appear—this can be ignored.
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).
1.3 Installing scrcpy
scrcpy enables interaction with the device through your PC, essential since ePaper displays lack interactivity.
Step One
Navigate to the scrcpy GitHub page.
Step Two
Scroll to “Get the app”, and download the version for your OS.
Step Three
On Windows, download and extract the 64-bit .zip file.
Step Four
Ensure the extracted folder contains both scrcpy and adb.
Step Five
(Optional) Add the folder to your system’s Path Environment Variable for easy access.
Step Six
Open Command Prompt and test with scrcpy -v and adb version.
2. Installing the Application
Use scrcpy and adb to install the PADS4 application.
Step One
Connect the display to your PC/laptop via USB.
Step Two
The Android file system should appear in File Explorer.
Step Three
Open Command Prompt.
Step Four
Run adb devices to verify connection.
Step Five
Launch scrcpy with scrcpy. For multiple devices: scrcpy -s {device-name}.
Step Six
Download the latest PADS4 Web Launcher .apk file.
Step Seven
Navigate to the folder containing the .apk, right-click and select “Open in Terminal”.
Step Eight
Run: adb install {application}.apk. Look for Success.
Step Nine
Switch to the scrcpy window, press Home, and locate PADS4 Web Launcher.
Step Ten
Launch the app and complete the PADS4 environment configuration.
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 |
4. General Limitations
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Refresh Rate:
- 25BDL4150I: ~1 minute
- 32BDL5150I: ~2 minutes
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Dynamic Content Rendering:
- Dynamic elements are rendered as static screenshots.
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. |