What is the DHI-DS04-AI400 used for?

The DHI-DS04-AI400 converts a compatible monitor, video wall or LED display into a networked digital signage endpoint. It receives and plays scheduled multimedia through Dahua MPS or from locally imported content. The box is intended for advertising, information displays, wayfinding, menus, announcements and internal communications. It does not include a screen and cannot operate as a standalone display without a compatible HDMI-equipped monitor.

Does the DS04-AI400 support 4K video output?

Yes. The media player provides one HDMI output supporting 480p, 720p, 1080p and up to 4K at 60Hz. The connected display, HDMI cable and published media must also support the selected resolution and refresh rate. A 4K output setting does not automatically improve low-resolution source material, and complex split-screen layouts or streamed content can still depend on available processing, network and storage performance.

How is content published to the media player?

Content can be created and sent through the Dahua Media Publishing System when the player is connected to the network, or imported locally with a USB flash drive. Supported projects can combine video, images, audio, text, webpages, streaming media, documents, weather, time and countdown elements. Playback plans can be scheduled by day, week or month, with general, cut-in, carousel and temporary playback options.

Can the DHI-DS04-AI400 continue playing if the network disconnects?

Yes. Dahua states that downloaded program material can remain available for offline playback, and the player supports resuming content after a network interruption or power outage. This reduces repeated bandwidth use and helps keep previously distributed signage running during temporary connectivity problems. New cloud schedules, live webpages, streaming content, weather updates and remote management functions may still require the network connection to be restored.

Does the media player support Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet?

Yes. The DS04-AI400 provides one self-adaptive 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet port and supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi from 2400MHz to 2483.5MHz, with a listed wireless transmission rate up to 50Mbps. It does not include Bluetooth or built-in 4G. Where cellular connectivity is required, Dahua states that an external 4G module can be used, subject to compatibility and configuration.

What storage and connection ports are available?

The media player includes 16GB of internal ROM, one TF card slot supporting up to 128GB and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. It also provides one HDMI output, one 3.5mm audio port, one RS-232 interface, one Gigabit Ethernet port and an infrared receiver for the remote control. The TF card, USB storage, display and HDMI cable are not identified as included accessories.

Can the DS04-AI400 be remotely managed through Dahua MPS?

Yes. Dahua MPS provides network publishing and unified remote management for supported deployments. Administrators can create and distribute projects, monitor playback and remotely perform actions such as restarting the player, switching the display on or off, rotating the screen and adjusting brightness or volume. Platform availability, licensing, account setup and compatibility with the exact MPS deployment should be confirmed before the player is rolled out across multiple sites.

What should I confirm before ordering the DHI-DS04-AI400?

Confirm the display’s HDMI resolution, the required MPS workflow, network connection, Wi-Fi coverage, content formats, storage capacity, mounting position and remote-management requirements. The unit runs Android 8.1, has no video input and is rated IP20 for dry indoor use. Dahua Australia lists its end-of-service date as 1 January 2028. Security Wholesalers can help check whether this model or a current replacement better suits the planned signage deployment.

Dahua DHI-DS04-AI400 4K Digital Signage Media Player Box with Android 8.1, Wi-Fi & MPS

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The Dahua DHI-DS04-AI400 delivers a 4K digital signage media player box designed for commercial display, retail, hospitality, education and business communication applications requiring reliable content playback. Featuring Android 8.1, Wi-Fi connectivity and MPS support, it provides a practical media-control solution for compatible Dahua digital signage environments.

It also supports 4K display output, making this media player available at Security Wholesalers useful for sites needing clear promotional, informational or wayfinding content on supported screens. Its compact player-box format suits shops, reception areas, showrooms, offices and public-facing display setups where simple deployment, network connectivity and professional signage playback are important.

Key Features

4K Media Playback: Supports high-resolution digital signage content for compatible commercial display applications.
Android 8.1 Platform: Provides a familiar operating environment for supported signage playback and management functions.
Wi-Fi Connectivity: Enables flexible network connection for suitable digital signage installations.
MPS Support: Works with supported Dahua signage management workflows for content delivery and control.
Compact Player Box: Offers a dedicated media playback device for compatible display systems.
Commercial Display Use: Suits retail stores, reception areas, offices, showrooms and public information displays.

Additional Information

Dahua DHI-DS04-AI400 Datasheet

$378.00 inc GST +3 Year Warranty & Support

Description

Product SKU: DHI-DS04-AI400

Product Overview

The Dahua DHI-DS04-AI400 is a compact 4K digital signage media player designed to convert a compatible monitor, LCD video wall or LED display into a centrally managed information and advertising screen. Its quad-core Cortex-A17 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage and Android 8.1 operating system support scheduled playback of video, images, audio, text, documents, webpages, streaming media, weather, time and countdown content. The HDMI output supports resolutions up to 4K at 60Hz, while Gigabit Ethernet and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi provide flexible network connectivity. Content can be distributed remotely through Dahua MPS or imported locally using USB storage. Split-screen layouts, scrolling titles, scheduled playback and offline content recovery support unattended signage operation. The unit is an indoor media player only and does not include a display. Dahua Australia currently lists its end-of-service date as 1 January 2028, so lifecycle planning should be considered.

Key Capabilities

4K HDMI Digital Signage Output

The media player provides one HDMI output supporting 480p, 720p, 1080p and up to 4K at 60Hz. This allows compatible commercial displays, monitors, video walls and LED display controllers to present high-resolution advertising and information content.

Dahua MPS Remote Management

Dahua Media Publishing System supports centralised project creation, content distribution, playback monitoring and remote device management. Administrators can restart the player, control the connected display, rotate the screen and adjust brightness or volume through a supported deployment.

Flexible Multimedia Publishing

Projects can combine video, images, audio, scrolling text, rich text, webpages, streaming media, PDFs, Word, Excel and PowerPoint files, together with time, weather and countdown elements for commercial and informational displays.

Scheduled and Split-Screen Playback

Playback plans can be organised by day, week or month, with general, inter-cut, periodic and temporary content options. Smart screen splitting allows images, text and video to appear together across as many as five display windows.

Network or Local Content Release

Content can be published through the network using MPS or imported locally from a USB flash drive. Previously downloaded programs can continue playing during temporary network interruptions, helping maintain signage continuity while reducing repeated bandwidth use.

Compact Industrial Metal Design

The black metal enclosure supports wall or desktop installation and is designed for continuous signage duties of up to 24 hours per day. Its compact form can be positioned behind or near the connected commercial display.

Best For

Retail Stores and Shopping Centres: Displays promotions, product advertising, pricing messages and customer information.
Restaurants and Hospitality Venues: Supports digital menus, event schedules, announcements and promotional campaigns.
Corporate Offices: Publishes reception messages, internal communications, safety information and meeting-room content.
Schools and Healthcare Facilities: Provides scheduled notices, wayfinding, emergency messages and public information.
Multi-Site Signage Networks: Allows supported displays across different locations to be managed through a central MPS platform.

Why Choose the DHI-DS04-AI400

The DHI-DS04-AI400 provides a practical way to add professional digital signage functions to an existing HDMI-equipped display without replacing the entire screen. Its support for network and local publishing, scheduled playlists, scrolling titles, webpages, streaming media and five-window split-screen layouts makes it more flexible than a basic USB media player. Gigabit Ethernet, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, expandable TF-card storage and remote MPS controls support both single-screen and distributed deployments. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model is best selected after confirming the required MPS platform, display resolution, content formats and network architecture. Buyers should also consider its Android 8.1 operating system and the listed 1 January 2028 end-of-service date when planning a long-term rollout.

Buyer Decision Tips

Display and Content Tip: Confirm that the connected monitor and HDMI cable support the chosen 4K resolution and refresh rate. Low-resolution media will not become sharper simply because the player output is configured for 4K.

Platform and Lifecycle Tip: Confirm MPS availability, licensing, account setup and ongoing support before a large deployment. Dahua Australia currently lists end of service and support for this model on 1 January 2028.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Product Type	4K network digital signage media player and distributed playback box.
Model	DHI-DS04-AI400.
Operating System	Android 8.1.
Processor	Quad-core Cortex-A17 processor operating at up to 1.6GHz.
Memory and Internal Storage	2GB RAM and 16GB ROM.
Management Platform	Dahua Media Publishing System with multi-level management and browser/server architecture.
Supported Content	Video, images, audio, text, rich text, webpages, streaming media, PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, time, weather and countdown elements.
Playback Functions	Scheduled, periodic, specified-time, inter-cut, carousel and temporary-plan playback with scrolling titles.
Split-Screen Layout	Up to five windows displaying images, text and video simultaneously.
Video Compression	MPEG-4, H.264 AVC/MVC and H.265 HEVC.
HDMI Output	One HDMI output supporting 480p, 720p, 1080p and 4K at 60Hz.
Network Interface	One self-adaptive 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet port.
Wireless Connectivity	2.4GHz Wi-Fi from 2400MHz to 2483.5MHz with a listed maximum transmission rate of 50Mbps.
Local Storage and USB	One TF card slot supporting up to 128GB and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports.
Additional Interfaces	One 3.5mm audio port, one RS-232 interface and one infrared receiver.
4G and Bluetooth	No built-in 4G or Bluetooth; external 4G module support is listed subject to compatibility.
Power	12V DC; typical consumption 2W, maximum consumption 4W and standby consumption up to 0.5W.
Environmental Rating	IP20 indoor protection; -10°C to +55°C operating temperature at 10%–90% non-condensing humidity.
Construction and Installation	Black metal enclosure for wall or desktop installation; external display required.
Dimensions, Weight and Included Accessories	184.5 × 105 × 30mm with Wi-Fi antenna; net weight 435g. Includes power adapter, Wi-Fi antenna, remote control, quick start guide and legal or regulatory information.

Ideal Use Cases

Retail Promotions

Display scheduled product videos, pricing, campaign graphics and scrolling promotional messages.

Digital Menu Boards

Publish menu images, pricing, videos and timed breakfast, lunch or dinner content.

Corporate Communications

Present company announcements, safety messages, dashboards and visitor information in reception areas.

Wayfinding and Public Information

Combine directions, notices, weather, time and scrolling messages across public facilities.

Multi-Site Advertising Networks

Distribute and update approved campaigns across compatible displays from a central MPS platform.

Choosing the Right Model

Choose this model if: An existing HDMI display needs scheduled local or network-managed digital signage.
Choose an integrated signage display if: The project requires the screen and media player in one complete commercial unit.
Choose a newer media player if: Long-term software support beyond the listed January 2028 service date is essential.
Use wired Ethernet if: Large media files, streaming content or remote management require the most stable network connection.
Confirm platform requirements if: The project depends on MPS licensing, external 4G, live webpages or integration with an existing signage network.

FAQs

What is the DHI-DS04-AI400 used for?
The DHI-DS04-AI400 converts a compatible monitor, video wall or LED display into a networked digital signage endpoint. It receives and plays scheduled multimedia through Dahua MPS or from locally imported content. The box is intended for advertising, information displays, wayfinding, menus, announcements and internal communications. It does not include a screen and cannot operate as a standalone display without a compatible HDMI-equipped monitor.
Does the DS04-AI400 support 4K video output?
Yes. The media player provides one HDMI output supporting 480p, 720p, 1080p and up to 4K at 60Hz. The connected display, HDMI cable and published media must also support the selected resolution and refresh rate. A 4K output setting does not automatically improve low-resolution source material, and complex split-screen layouts or streamed content can still depend on available processing, network and storage performance.
How is content published to the media player?
Content can be created and sent through the Dahua Media Publishing System when the player is connected to the network, or imported locally with a USB flash drive. Supported projects can combine video, images, audio, text, webpages, streaming media, documents, weather, time and countdown elements. Playback plans can be scheduled by day, week or month, with general, cut-in, carousel and temporary playback options.
Can the DHI-DS04-AI400 continue playing if the network disconnects?
Yes. Dahua states that downloaded program material can remain available for offline playback, and the player supports resuming content after a network interruption or power outage. This reduces repeated bandwidth use and helps keep previously distributed signage running during temporary connectivity problems. New cloud schedules, live webpages, streaming content, weather updates and remote management functions may still require the network connection to be restored.
Does the media player support Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet?
Yes. The DS04-AI400 provides one self-adaptive 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet port and supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi from 2400MHz to 2483.5MHz, with a listed wireless transmission rate up to 50Mbps. It does not include Bluetooth or built-in 4G. Where cellular connectivity is required, Dahua states that an external 4G module can be used, subject to compatibility and configuration.
What storage and connection ports are available?
The media player includes 16GB of internal ROM, one TF card slot supporting up to 128GB and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. It also provides one HDMI output, one 3.5mm audio port, one RS-232 interface, one Gigabit Ethernet port and an infrared receiver for the remote control. The TF card, USB storage, display and HDMI cable are not identified as included accessories.
Can the DS04-AI400 be remotely managed through Dahua MPS?
Yes. Dahua MPS provides network publishing and unified remote management for supported deployments. Administrators can create and distribute projects, monitor playback and remotely perform actions such as restarting the player, switching the display on or off, rotating the screen and adjusting brightness or volume. Platform availability, licensing, account setup and compatibility with the exact MPS deployment should be confirmed before the player is rolled out across multiple sites.
What should I confirm before ordering the DHI-DS04-AI400?
Confirm the display’s HDMI resolution, the required MPS workflow, network connection, Wi-Fi coverage, content formats, storage capacity, mounting position and remote-management requirements. The unit runs Android 8.1, has no video input and is rated IP20 for dry indoor use. Dahua Australia lists its end-of-service date as 1 January 2028. Security Wholesalers can help check whether this model or a current replacement better suits the planned signage deployment.

Additional Information

Dahua DHI-DS04-AI400 Datasheet

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