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BUYING GUIDES

Choose The Right
SMD Screen.

Buying an LED display is not just about finding a price. Understand pixel pitch, viewing distance, screen size, indoor and outdoor requirements, and project costs before you make your decision.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Don't Choose By Price Alone.

Two LED screens with the same physical size can have very different prices and performance. Pixel pitch, viewing distance, brightness, environment, cabinet, controller, structure and installation scope can all change the final project.

Start With These 5 Questions

  • 01 Where will the screen be installed?
  • 02 How far away will the closest viewer be?
  • 03 What type of content will you display?
  • 04 What screen size do you actually need?
  • 05 What is the complete project budget?
EXPLORE OUR GUIDES

Everything You Need To Buy Better.

Practical guides to help you understand your requirements, compare options and plan your SMD screen project with greater confidence.

02 / BASICS

SMD Screen Guide

Learn the fundamentals of SMD LED screens, including display types, key specifications, applications and the decisions that matter before buying.

Basics Specifications Applications
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03 / PITCH

Pixel Pitch Guide

Understand P1.5, P2, P2.5, P3, P4, P5 and larger pixel pitches and learn how viewing distance affects the right choice for your project.

P1.5 P2.5 P3 P5+
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04 / SIZE

Screen Size Guide

Find the right display dimensions by considering viewing distance, content, aspect ratio, available wall or structure space and application.

Width Height SQ.FT 16:9
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05 / DISTANCE

Viewing Distance Guide

Your closest viewer is one of the most important inputs when selecting pixel pitch. Learn how distance influences image clarity and cost.

Close View Medium Long Distance
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06 / ENVIRONMENT

Indoor vs Outdoor SMD Screens

Compare brightness, weather protection, IP rating, pixel pitch, cabinet design and application before choosing an indoor or outdoor display.

Indoor Outdoor Brightness IP Rating
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THE BUYING JOURNEY

Start With The Right Question.

Instead of starting with a product name or a price, start with your project requirements. The right specification usually becomes much clearer once the environment, viewing distance and screen size are known.

CALCULATE YOUR SCREEN →
01
Define The Environment Indoor, outdoor or semi-outdoor?
02
Measure Viewing Distance How close will your audience be?
03
Choose Screen Size Width, height and available space.
04
Select Pixel Pitch Match clarity to actual viewing distance.
05
Compare Complete Quotes Check controller, structure, installation and support.
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Need More Information?

Project Guides Plan your installation, structure, content and project workflow. EXPLORE →
Maintenance Guide Learn how regular care can help maintain display performance. EXPLORE →
FAQs Get quick answers to common SMD screen buying questions. VIEW FAQs →
Screen Calculator Estimate screen area, pixel pitch and indicative budget. OPEN TOOL →
READY TO BUY?

Let's Find The Right
Screen For Your Project.

Use the calculator to build a starting specification, or contact LUMAX for help planning your display.

Buying-guide information is intended for planning and educational purposes. Pixel pitch, brightness, cabinet specifications, structure, installation requirements and final project pricing vary by product, site conditions and configuration. A site assessment and detailed quotation should be used for final project decisions.

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