What functions can shelf LED display realize?
Ordinary merchandise labels can only show the product name and price statically, while digital LED shelf display can make the price scroll up. This means we can add more information for consumers to understand.
While posters and banners are good at attracting attention, they are not intuitive enough. Placing LED shelf displays underneath merchandise is a better way to attract attention and stimulate consumers to make a purchase.
Through the LED control software, we are able to batch control the shelf LED display in an easy and simple way. This type of control is not only fast, but also very low cost.
Shelf LED display adopts a gentle and comfortable way to recommend the advertisement, which will not make consumers feel uneasy and annoyed, so it is more likely to attract consumers to make the next purchase.
What are the advantages of shelf LED display?
The thickness of the single LED screen cabinet of traditional LED display is 100mm, while the cabinet of shelf LED display is only 22mm thick, the ultra-thin design can make shelf LED display and various shelves can match each other.
The weight of a shelf LED display is only 835g, which is less than the weight of two bottles of red wine, so we don’t need to worry about the load-bearing problem brought by using a shelf LED display.
There is a high refresh rate driver chip inside the shelf LED display, which can play the maximum performance persistently, so the screen has a high definition and perfect display effect.
The stability of LED shelf display is very good, and the shell is sealed, the screen is coated with GOB, waterproof and dustproof effect is good.
Digital shelf LED display: the new direction of the retail industry
Digital shelf LED display turns the original static information into dynamic information boards, which can better attract the attention of shoppers and thus reach more sales. This new form of display is also the future development trend of the retail industry.
The emergence of digital shelf LED display has liberated the existing labor force and can make us more relaxed.
What benefits can be brought by using shelf LED display?
We all know that there are thousands of goods inside a large supermarket. When we need to print product information and prices for these goods, it often takes a lot of time and energy. The digital shelf LED display is designed to help us free ourselves from this tedious work.
After using digital shelf LED display, we can modify the goods on the shelf in batch through WiFi or 4g. Later, if we need to switch to promotional advertisement, we can also change it through the LED control software.
JYLED Shelf LED Display Function Introduction
JYLED shelf LED display has the following features:
- Thin and light cabinet design
- Perfect integration with shelves
- Support multiple display modes, such as text, picture and video.
- Support multiple ways of control and management, such as WiFi/USB/4G etc.
- Support long press to restore factory settings
Where Can Shelf LED Displays Be Used?
These are two of the most suitable settings for shelf LED displays. Retail stores and chain stores frequently introduce new products and promotional prices, making shelf LED displays an effective way to save time and effort.
In addition to retail stores and chain stores, shelf LED displays can also be found in supermarkets. With their built-in control systems, these displays make it easy to update product information and manage prices across multiple shelves in bulk.
A shelf LED display placed beneath a luxury item can show its price with dynamic, flashing visual effects. These effects often make the item more noticeable, encouraging customers to choose it first.
You can place a shelf LED display beneath an exhibit to present information about its origins, background story, and other details on a continuous loop. This dynamic presentation often leaves a stronger impression than a static display.
- Specifications and parameters of shelf LED display
| Pixel Pitch (mm) | 1.2 | 1.5 | 1.875 |
| Viewing Angle (H/V) | 160° / 160° | ||
| Brightness (cd/sq.m.) | 800 | ||
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | ≥3840 | ||
| Optimized Viewing Distance (m) | 1~10 | ||
| Input Voltage | AC110V or AC220V ±10%, 50/60Hz | ||
| Input Interface | Ethernet / USB / Wi-Fi | ||
| Module Size in Pixels (W×H) | 125×50 | 100×40 | 80×32 |
| Module Size in mm (W×H) | 150×60mm | ||
| IP Rating | IP 40 | ||
| Maintenance | Rear | ||
| Operating Temperature/ Humidity (°C/RH) | -10°C~40°C / 10~90RH% | ||
| Certification | CCC / CE / ETL / FCC | ||
What is a shelf LED display?
Shelf LED displays are specifically designed to replace traditional shelves in supermarkets and retail stores. Their main feature is that they can replace the content in batches, which reduces labor costs.
In addition to this, it also supports the splicing of multiple shelf LED displays into one large screen. Therefore, its usage is very flexible.
How Do Shelf LED Displays Differ from Traditional Price Labels?
Ease of Price Updates
Traditional price labels must first be printed and then placed on shelves individually by staff. In a supermarket, this process can take several employees multiple days to complete.
With shelf LED displays, however, content can be updated quickly across dozens or even hundreds of screens at once, provided they are connected to the same local area network (LAN).
Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
Many price labels are made from materials that are toxic and harmful to the environment. Every price change also requires old labels to be discarded and new ones to be printed. Over time, this creates substantial waste and environmental pollution.
With shelf LED displays, both content and prices can be updated directly through LED control software. The displays can be reused throughout their service life without causing any environmental impact.
Dynamic Visual Effects
Traditional price labels cannot display dynamic effects, making them far less visually engaging than shelf LED displays. They are also easily affected by lighting conditions, and customers may find the content difficult to read from certain positions.
Service Life
Shelf LED displays can generally last 8–10 years without problems. Traditional price labels, however, typically last only 1–2 years, even when prices remain unchanged.
Over time, traditional labels gradually discolor and turn yellow, making the original content difficult to read and requiring the labels to be replaced.
Comparison of Shelf LED Displays and Traditional Price Labels
| Comparison | Shelf LED Displays | Traditional Price Labels |
| Ease of Updates | Simple; supports bulk updates over a LAN or through the cloud | Must be replaced manually, one by one |
| Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact | Uses only electricity; generates no waste or environmental pollution before reaching the end of its service life | Must be reprinted and replaced whenever product names or prices change. Discarded labels can cause environmental pollution. |
| Dynamic Visual Effects | Strong dynamic visual effects | None |
| Service Life | 8–10 years | 1–2 years |
How Do Shelf LED Displays Differ from Shelf LCD Displays?
Seamless Tiling
Due to the physical properties of liquid crystals, LCD panels require a frame to keep the liquid crystal material enclosed within the glass panel and prevent leakage. As a result, tiled LCD screens cannot currently display a completely continuous, uninterrupted image.
Each LED in a shelf LED display emits light independently, without the restrictions imposed by a surrounding bezel. Multiple displays can therefore be joined together to create a truly seamless image.
Control System
Shelf LED displays typically use a receiving card and an LED media player as their control system. Shelf LCD displays use a customized Android system.
Image Clarity
Shelf LCD displays generally provide sharper images than shelf LED displays. The image clarity of a shelf LED display depends on its pixel pitch.
The advantage of this approach is that the display can deliver excellent image quality when viewed from a suitable distance, while allowing buyers to manage purchasing costs through their choice of pixel pitch. The drawback is that the screen may appear noticeably pixelated when viewed from an unsuitable distance.
Shelf LCD displays have a sufficiently high pixel density, so they do not have this issue.
Brightness
Shelf LCD displays have a brightness of 500 nits, while shelf LED displays can reach 800 nits. Shelf LED displays also feature a matte surface coating that does not reflect light.
When both types are used in bright environments, reflected light can make shelf LCD displays look washed out. Shelf LED displays do not have this issue, allowing customers to see the content more clearly.
Maintenance Costs
Because shelf LED displays are assembled from modules, only the faulty section needs to be replaced if part of the screen fails.
When a shelf LCD display fails, however, the entire screen usually needs to be replaced, resulting in much higher maintenance costs.
Comparison of Shelf LED Displays and Shelf LCD Displays
| Comparison | Shelf LED Displays | Shelf LCD Displays |
| Seamless Tiling | Supported | Can be tiled, but small visible gaps remain |
| Control System | Receiving card + LED media player | Customized Android system |
| Image Clarity | High when viewed from a suitable distance | High |
| Brightness | 800 nits + no glare | 500 nits + possible glare |
| Maintenance Costs | Low; only the faulty section needs to be replaced | High; the entire screen needs to be replaced |
How Do You Assemble a Shelf LED Display?
Tools and materials required: A Phillips screwdriver, gloves, 10 M6 × 14 screws, 10 M3 × 6 screws, and a power outlet.
Precautions Before Installation
- Work on a clean, flat surface. Do not work directly on the floor, as dust may enter the device and affect heat dissipation.
- Put on gloves before installation and keep your hands clean.
Assembly Steps
Step 1: Connect the adapter board to the LED module. Then plug the network cable from one end into the network port at the other end, and connect the power cable to the connectors at both ends.
Step 2: Align the frame with the adapter board, then press firmly from the front and back to fit them together.
Step 3: Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the M6 × 14 and M3 × 6 screws in the corresponding holes in both components and at the back of the assembly.
Step 4: Plug the power cord into a power outlet, then power on the display and check the image on the screen. This completes the assembly of the shelf LED display.
How Are Shelf LED Displays Controlled?
Shelf LED displays support three control methods: media player control, router control, and cloud control. Here is how they differ.
Method 1: Media Player Control
You can use the built-in NovaStar TB6 media player to upload and update content. The TB6 provides 4 GB of media storage, allowing you to save content on the player for offline playback.
Method 2: Router Control
Connect a computer to a router using an Ethernet cable to create a local area network. All digital shelf LED displays on the network can then be controlled centrally.
Under ideal conditions without partitions, a router can provide a coverage range of around 100 meters. This corresponds to an area of more than 30,000 m², calculated using the area of a circle.
Although this level of coverage may be difficult to achieve in practice, covering a large supermarket of 3,000 m² is no problem.
Method 3: Cloud Control
Suppose you own several chain stores in different locations, each equipped with shelf LED displays. If you want to update all of these displays at the same time, the two methods above are less suitable. In this case, you can consider cloud control.
After signing in to your cloud account, you can find the corresponding control devices on the platform and update their content with a single click, greatly reducing operating costs.
Conclusion
JYLED shelf LED displays can greatly simplify day-to-day shelf operations and management. They also help avoid the environmental pollution associated with frequently replacing price labels.
If you would like to customize an efficient digital display like this for your supermarket or retail store, leave your contact details and we will get in touch as soon as possible.
Yes. Our shelf LED displays have built-in control systems that allow you to update content across displays in different locations with a single click through the cloud.
Because customers view shelf displays from a short distance, we recommend P1.2 and P1.5.
If you do not require particularly fine detail in the displayed content, you can consider P1.875 or P2 to reduce purchasing costs.
Yes. Shelf LED displays have a dedicated USB port. Simply insert a USB drive to play the content stored on it.
Of course. Our standard shelf LED display measures 303 × 64 × 21 mm.
If you need a custom size to fit your shelves, leave your contact details, and we will get in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.
Of course. Our shelf LED displays have built-in control systems that support custom development and programming, allowing them to integrate with point-of-sale (POS) terminals and other retail systems.