MUNICH, Germany, Jan 29, 2026 – Sharp Display Solutions Europe will introduce a new SDM MPi5 Kit at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, held Feb. 3–6, 2026, at Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via. The announcement will be made jointly with Raspberry Pi Ltd. The SDM MPi5 Kit is powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module 5 and supports modular computing for professional display deployments. The product aligns with Sharp’s ‘One Sharp’ digital experience proposition, combining displays, computing, software, and services for commercial and enterprise environments.
Modular Computing for Professional Displays
The SDM MPi5 Kit advances embedded computing for professional displays. Sharp uses the Intel SDM specification with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 to integrate Arm-based computing into displays while maintaining the flexibility of SDM architectures.
The platform targets mission-critical digital signage uses such as flight information display systems, wayfinding, and public information displays. These deployments demand high reliability, strong system control, and the ability to adapt quickly as requirements change.
“With the SDM MPi5 Kit, we are combining the flexibility and performance of Raspberry Pi with the modularity demanded by professional AV customers” said Erik Elbert, senior product manager, Sharp Display Solutions Europe. “This platform is not only about computing power today, but about creating an open, future-ready foundation that can support AI and new use cases directly within the display.”
Designed for Customer Control and Efficiency
Large digital signage deployments often require tight control over Linux-based operating systems and IT environments. The SDM MPi5 Kit addresses this need with a Raspberry Pi solution designed for professional use. It offers low power operation and a strong price-to-performance balance, while maintaining modular design and serviceability for long-term deployment.
Key features of the SDM MPi5 Kit include:
- Co-design with Raspberry Pi Ltd, bringing Raspberry Pi technology into professional display ecosystems
- Expanded internal storage via M.2, enabling local playback of large content libraries
- HDMI output to support a second independent video stream
- An M.2 expansion slot supports optional AI acceleration using Hailo modules, enabling local analytics and AI-driven display applications without cloud reliance.
“We’re excited to integrate Raspberry Pi technology into the most successful and versatile Sharp M2 and P6 display series with the new SDM MPi5 Kit, bringing the power, flexibility and efficiency of Compute Module 5 to the professional AV market,” said Eben Upton, CEO and founder, Raspberry Pi Ltd. “Our partnership with Sharp demonstrates a growing demand for robust, energy efficient Arm-based solutions in enterprise environments, and highlights how open, modular platforms can empower organizations to innovate and adapt rapidly. Together, we’ll help customers unlock new possibilities for intelligent, AI enabled digital signage.”
Enabling AI at the Display Edge
Sharp designed the SDM MPi5 Kit with support for modular AI acceleration, allowing intelligence to run at the display. Through work with AI specialists such as Hailo, the platform supports computer vision and other edge AI workloads. The design also preserves flexibility for future software support and ecosystem partnerships.
Source: Sharp
About Sharp Display Solutions Europe
Sharp Display Solutions Europe is a commercial display technology provider based in Munich, Germany. The company supplies professional display products and visual solutions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Its portfolio includes large-format displays, interactive screens, video walls, and digital signage systems used in business and public environments. Customers include systems integrators, resellers, and end users in sectors like corporate workplaces, education, retail, transportation, and public venues. Sharp Display Solutions Europe supports deployment, integration, and lifecycle management of display technologies for commercial use. The company operates as part of the Sharp and NEC display solutions organization, which develops and delivers professional visual hardware and related software.
About Integrated Systems Europe 2026
Integrated Systems Europe 2026 is an annual trade show serving the audiovisual and systems integration industry. The event will take place Feb. 3–6, 2026, at Fira de Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. It brings together manufacturers, systems integrators, installers, consultants, and end users from sectors including enterprise, education, healthcare, retail, and public venues. Exhibitors present audiovisual hardware, software, and integrated systems used in commercial and institutional environments. The program includes product demonstrations, technical sessions, and networking activities for professionals involved in design, installation, and system operation. Integrated Systems Europe was founded in 2004 and is organized from offices in Europe.
About Raspberry Pi
Raspberry Pi is a technology company founded in 2012 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom. It designs and sells single-board computers, microcontrollers, and related accessories for computing and embedded system use. Its products support operating systems, programming languages, and common peripherals. Customers include educators, students, hobbyists, engineers, and commercial developers. The devices are used in education, industrial automation, robotics, home automation, and IoT projects. Raspberry Pi also develops software, documentation, and tools to support product development and deployment. The company’s hardware is used for learning, prototyping, and production applications.