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Design • Supply • Installation • Service

Your screen, built for the real world.

Tell us where it goes, how large it should be, and what you want people to see. We’ll turn the details into a practical LED display plan.

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Describe the spaceLocation, size, viewing distance
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Add photosWall, power and access
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Prepare your briefDownload or email the details

Types of LED displays

Start with the one that looks closest to your project. Photos are representative application examples from the linked sources—not claims of completed Power NYC projects.

Indoor LED video wall in a conference room

Indoor LED video wall

Seamless, custom-size video for lobbies, conference rooms, churches, sports bars and retail interiors.

Representative application • photo source
Large outdoor LED display mounted to a building facade

Outdoor building display

Bright, weather-rated video installed on a facade or exterior wall for high-visibility messages.

Representative application • photo source
Freestanding outdoor LED billboard on a pole

Outdoor LED billboard

A freestanding or pole-mounted roadside display built for distance, sunlight and year-round weather.

Representative application • photo source
Double-sided LED display suspended in a shopping mall atrium

Double-sided hanging LED

Two viewing faces in one ceiling-suspended display—ideal for shopping malls, atriums and open corridors where people approach from both directions.

Representative application • photo source

Transparent LED film, explained

A practical option for storefronts, showrooms and interior glass where an opaque cabinet would block the view.

Product and application examples: The images in this section show representative manufacturer and industry examples. They are not presented as installations completed by Power NYC.
Transparent LED film displaying a colorful flower across retail glass
Example finished application • source

What is it?

Transparent LED film is a thin matrix of tiny LEDs and conductive lines carried on a flexible clear sheet. The film mounts to suitable glass, so digital content appears on the window without replacing it with a solid screen.

You still see through itThe spacing between the LED lines preserves visibility and daylight, but the film is not invisible—wiring, pixels and panel seams can still be noticeable up close.
Usually installed from insideMany systems are intended for protected, behind-glass use. A project exposed to weather needs a model explicitly rated for that environment.
Built around the actual glassPanel size, cut lines, mullions, curved areas, power routing and controller placement are planned after the glass is measured.
Content quality follows the specificationPixel pitch, brightness, transparency, total resolution and viewing distance vary by model. Samples should be evaluated in the real lighting conditions.
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Measure and inspect

Confirm usable glass area, seams, mullions, power location, viewing direction and the manufacturer’s glass requirements.

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Clean and position

Prepare the glass carefully, dry-fit the layout and align each film section before bonding. Dust or poor alignment will show.

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Apply and connect

Adhere the film from the protected side, then route the low-profile power and signal connections to the controller as specified.

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Map and test content

Configure the finished pixel canvas, test brightness and color, then upload or schedule artwork made for the final resolution.

Before choosing a model

Compare real daylight visibility, transparency, pitch, seam appearance, maximum panel size, power and controller location, service access and replacement-part availability. Installation details must follow the selected manufacturer’s instructions and the site conditions.

Build your project brief

Approximate dimensions are fine. Site conditions, structure and electrical service are confirmed before a final quote.

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1. Where will the screen go?

This decides brightness, weather protection and cabinet type.

2. Size and viewing

Enter the visible screen size — not the entire wall.

3. How will it be used?

Wall-mounted displays are front-facing only.

4. Add site photos

Helpful: one wide view, one close-up of the mounting surface, and one photo of nearby power/access.

5. Contact

LED, without the alphabet soup

Four common ways to build the picture. The right choice depends on viewing distance, environment, handling and budget.

SMD

The proven all-rounder

Individual red, green and blue lamp packages sit on the surface. Bright, widely available, cost-effective and easier to repair.

Best for outdoor displays and larger screens seen from farther away.
COB

Smooth up close

Tiny chips sit directly on the board under a protective resin. It delivers deep blacks, strong contrast and resists bumps, dust and moisture.

Best for premium indoor, fine-pitch screens seen close up. Costs more; single-pixel repair is harder.
GOB

Extra surface protection

A clear glue layer protects a traditional LED module. Think of it as added armor against knocks, dust and splashes.

Useful for busy public spaces, floors and rental panels that get handled often.
MiP

Micro scale, modular repair

Very small LED chips are packaged first, then placed on the board. It aims for fine detail, consistency and easier manufacturing at tiny pitches.

A newer premium option for close-view indoor displays; compare model support and parts carefully.

What does P2, P3 or P4 mean?

“P” is the distance from one pixel to the next, measured in millimeters. P2 means 2 mm apart, P3 means 3 mm, and P4 means 4 mm. A smaller number packs pixels closer together, so the image looks sharper from nearby—usually at a higher cost. A larger number makes sense when people stand farther away.

P2
close-view indoor
P3
indoor / window
P4
mid-distance
P6
farther viewing
P10
roadside distance

Indoor vs. outdoor LED

The location changes more than brightness. Here is the practical difference customers should expect.

FactorIndoorOutdoor
BrightnessComfortable for controlled room light; too much brightness can be tiring up close.Higher output for daylight and direct-sun conditions, with automatic brightness control often preferred.
Weather protectionDesigned for dry, protected spaces.Weather sealing, drainage, corrosion resistance and temperature planning are essential; verify the rating for the entire assembly.
Detail and distanceOften a smaller pitch because viewers are closer and text or faces need finer detail.Often a larger pitch because viewers are farther away; the right choice still depends on distance and content.
Cabinet and structureUsually lighter and shallower, with attention to quiet operation and interior finish.Typically deeper and more rugged, with engineered structure for wind, access and local permits.
Power and coolingPlan room ventilation, electrical load and quiet heat management.Plan higher peak load, heat, sun exposure, airflow and safe service access in all seasons.
Typical usesConference rooms, retail, houses of worship, lobbies and sports venues.Building facades, roadside billboards, stadium exteriors and public-facing advertising.

Indoor vs outdoor

Outdoor cabinets need sun-readable brightness, weather sealing, drainage and temperature planning. Indoor displays prioritize detail, quiet operation and low brightness comfort.

Brightness (nits)

Nits tell you how bright the screen can get. Indoor rooms often need hundreds to low thousands; window-facing and direct-sun locations need much more. More is not always better indoors.

IP weather rating

IP65 typically means dust-tight and protected from water jets on the rated face. Always confirm whether the front only or the entire cabinet carries the rating.

Refresh rate

A higher refresh rate reduces camera scan lines and makes motion look cleaner. 3,840 Hz is a strong target for filmed events, broadcast, worship and social video.

Front or rear service

Front-service modules come out from the viewing side — ideal against a wall. Rear-service cabinets need a safe walkway or access space behind the screen.

Power & heat

Plan dedicated circuits, peak and typical wattage, ventilation and operating hours. Energy-saving drive modes lower running cost, but electrical design uses the safe maximum load.

Content control

A media player sends scheduled images and video to the controller. Update locally by laptop/USB or remotely through a cloud platform; live feeds use HDMI/SDI and a video processor.

Resolution is custom

LED walls are built from modules. Final pixel dimensions depend on physical size and pitch. We match the content canvas after the cabinet layout is confirmed.

Serviceability matters

Standardize modules, power supplies and receiver cards; keep calibrated spare parts from the same production batch. A great screen is one your installer can maintain quickly.

See where LED fits

Representative application photos from the linked industry sources—not a Power NYC project portfolio.

Five common installation styles

Structure is designed around weight, wind, wall construction, service access, permits and the screen manufacturer’s requirements.

Wall-mounted

Clean, permanent indoor or outdoor fit. Front service often saves depth.

Hanging

Suspended from engineered rigging for stages, windows or open spaces.

Freestanding

Floor-supported structure for events, lobbies and flexible layouts.

Pole / billboard

Outdoor steel structure designed for wind load, access and permitting.

Adhesive LED film

Flexible transparent film bonds to the glass while preserving daylight and the view outside.

Manufacturer shortlist

Established China-based manufacturers to approach for project-specific pricing, US support, training, spare parts and warranty terms.

Absen

Broad commercial + outdoor range

Strong global service footprint, fixed-installation and DOOH products. Published service materials describe parts repair, on-site support, training and extended warranty options. Warranty varies by series.

Review support details →

Unilumin

Large-scale + fine-pitch capability

Broad portfolio across retail, venues, control rooms, live events and outdoor signage. Its published service program covers engineering, installation, project management, upgrades and extended coverage.

Review service program →

ROE Visual

Premium live + creative applications

Shenzhen manufacturer known for touring, broadcast, virtual production and fixed installations, with regional support including North America. A premium candidate when visual precision and rugged handling lead.

Review company overview →
Buy the warranty, not the promise.

Before placing an order, confirm the exact model, written warranty, US parts location, dead-pixel policy, spare-module percentage, color-batch matching, UL/ETL documentation for the complete system, FCC compliance where applicable, lead time, Incoterms, training and who pays freight for warranty repairs. Sample and burn-in test before a large order.