40 years of MultiSync®: the industry benchmark for quality and reliability

This year sees the 40th anniversary of MultiSync® technology, a pioneering innovation that revolutionised the displays industry. Since its launch in 1985, MultiSync has set the standard for high-performance display solutions, becoming one of the industry’s most successful display brands, with over 54 million units sold worldwide.

What is MultiSync®?

The NEC MultiSync monitor was the first successful multiple frequency, auto-synchronous display that users didn’t have to update or modify if they upgraded their computer, making it one of the first future-ready computer peripherals in history.

This was a game-changer in the displays industry, a huge step forward from the fixed-frequency monitors that were established at the time. The MultiSync monitor was designed to automatically adjust to the signal frequency of the connected computer, eliminating the need for users to manually configure their display. The ability to seamlessly transition between different computer systems brought convenience and flexibility, simplifying the user experience and setting a new standard for display technology.

Four decades on, Sharp/NEC remains focused on optimising the flexibility and compatibility of its display solutions to deliver ever more enhanced user experiences.

A legacy of innovation

From the early days of CRT monitors to the latest advancements in LCD, as display technology has evolved alongside market demands, MultiSync has consistently set the industry standard for superior image quality, reliability, and durability.

Celebrating 40 years of MultiSync is a testament to our company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. We are proud of the impact MultiSync has had on the displays industry and remain dedicated to developing cutting-edge, future-ready solutions that meet the changing needs of our customers.

As Sharp/NEC evolves, launching new products under the Sharp brand, the company remains steadfast in its commitment to quality, service, and sustainability. By combining the expertise and capabilities of both brands, Sharp/NEC is setting new standards in performance, efficiency and value, leveraging its legacy of innovation to develop the next generation of energy-efficient, user-centred products, and leading the way into a new era of visual excellence.

A new era of MultiSync technology

Not only is 2025 the year that MultiSync turns 40, it’s also the year that Sharp/NEC launches an entirely new line-up of MultiSync large format displays. Based on the proven principles of Japanese engineering and design excellence, this new range of Sharp-branded displays continues the legacy of durable, high-performance MultiSync technology.

At ISE 2025, Sharp/NEC introduced four Sharp-branded MultiSync LFD series delivering commercial-grade performance and professional capabilities appropriate to a wide range of application scenarios. From the budget-conscious E Series to the advanced features of the P Series, reliability and long-life performance with robust metal chassis come as standard, as expected of Sharp/NEC’s high-quality manufacture.

Designed for seamless integration across global estates, the entire Sharp MultiSync display family shares the same core identity, including the same remote control and device management, and matching aesthetic for a consistent user experience.

New Sharp MultiSync displays from the E, ME, M and P Series, side-by-side at ISE 2025

Professional capabilities across the range encompass integrated computing technologies offering different levels of performance. Flexible use cases are supported by Android SoC, or modular options using Raspberry Pi or Intel® SDM compute solutions, unlocking future proof efficiencies and security in IT integration and signage performance.

WATCH THE VIDEO from ISE 2025 as Sharp/NEC’s Erik Elbert talks through the new line-up.

Thanks to our wide-ranging computing solutions which optimise the connection between source and display, we can serve any usage scenario across so many industries and applications. Through simplified installation, customisable performance levels, and secure interoperability, we are helping our customers to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world.

Complementing our wider visual solution portfolio, the comprehensive new MultiSync large format display range brings completeness to the Sharp/NEC offering. No matter what the application requirements and installation challenges are, we can offer the perfect-fit display solution, providing outstanding user experiences.

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