Dahua PM16-F201PD is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 13,500, as a 15.6-inch Full HD portable monitor with an IPS panel and a 60Hz refresh rate. Every unit we sell is brand new and sealed. The Dahua PM16-F201PD shows 1920 × 1080 pixels at up to 250 nits, with 178-degree viewing angles, so a colleague beside you sees the same picture. It connects through two full-function USB-C ports or one HDMI 1.4 port, carries two 1W speakers and weighs 0.73 kg. Come and see it running at our shop in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for field engineers, consultants, NGO field staff and university students across Kenya, the Dahua PM16-F201PD solves a common problem: one laptop screen is too cramped for real work. A field engineer can keep a site drawing open on one screen and the job report on the other. A consultant moving between client offices in Westlands and Upper Hill can show a slide deck without turning the laptop around. NGO staff on field visits can check a budget sheet against a donor template side by side. At 12.1 mm thick, the Dahua PM16-F201PD fits in the laptop sleeve you already carry.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unbranded portable screens with vague specifications, Mascom International stocks a model from Dahua with an official datasheet you can check line by line. Customers across Nairobi tell us the single USB-C cable is what they value most, because one cord carries picture, sound and power from a modern laptop. That means fewer cables to pack and fewer sockets to hunt for in a hotel room or site office. Walk into the store and plug your own laptop into the Dahua PM16-F201PD before you pay, or order it with pay-on-arrival delivery to any county.
Common Questions About the Dahua PM16-F201PD
How much is the Dahua PM16-F201PD portable monitor in Kenya?
The Dahua PM16-F201PD sells for KSh 13,500 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the monitor, a full-function USB-C cable, an HDMI cable, a storage bag and a 12-month warranty. A wall adapter is not included, because most modern laptops power the screen through USB-C. Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every county in Kenya. If you want touch control, the Dahua PM16-F201SDT costs KSh 16,500, which is KSh 3,000 more for the same screen size and resolution.
What is the difference between the Dahua PM16-F201PD and the Dahua PM16-F201SDT?
The main difference is touch: the Dahua PM16-F201SDT adds a 10-point capacitive touchscreen, while the Dahua PM16-F201PD is a standard non-touch display. Both share a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS panel at 60Hz, 250 nits, two full-function USB-C ports, HDMI 1.4 and two 1W speakers. Dahua also lists up to 45W reverse charging for the touch model, which weighs 0.87 kg against 0.73 kg here. Choose the Dahua PM16-F201PD if you only need extra screen space and want to save KSh 3,000.
Can the Dahua PM16-F201PD run off my laptop during a KPLC power cut?
Yes, the Dahua PM16-F201PD draws about 7.5W in typical use, so a laptop with a full-function USB-C port can power it through one cable during a KPLC outage. Your laptop battery will drain faster than usual, so lower the monitor brightness while the grid is down. A USB-C power bank or charger rated at 5V 3A can also feed it. On matatu or boda boda trips, keep it in the included storage bag so dust and grit stay off the screen.
Will the Dahua PM16-F201PD work with an older laptop that has no USB-C?
The Dahua PM16-F201PD works with any laptop that has an HDMI output, using the included HDMI cable plus a separate USB-C power source. The HDMI 1.4 port carries the full 1920 × 1080 picture at 60Hz. There is no VGA port, so a laptop with VGA output only needs an adapter. For single-cable use, your laptop's USB-C port must support video, often marked with a DisplayPort or Thunderbolt symbol. Bring your laptop to Kimathi Street and we will test the connection with you.
Is the Dahua PM16-F201PD good for field engineers and consultants?
The Dahua PM16-F201PD suits field engineers and consultants because it weighs 0.73 kg and measures 12.1 mm thick, so it travels in an ordinary laptop bag. Engineers can keep a network map or drawing viewer on one screen and a site report on the other. Consultants can angle it toward a client across a boardroom table while keeping private notes on the laptop. Its 250-nit brightness works indoors and in shade, but direct midday sun on a site visit will wash the picture out.
Can I use the Dahua PM16-F201PD as a second screen for a MacBook or Windows laptop?
Yes, the Dahua PM16-F201PD works as an extended or mirrored display for Windows laptops and MacBooks that send video over USB-C or HDMI. On Windows, press the Windows key and P together, then choose Extend or Duplicate. On a Mac, open System Settings, then Displays, and drag the two screens into the order you want. No driver download is needed, which helps when you set up at a field site with weak internet. University of Nairobi students can keep research papers open beside an essay draft this way.
How good are the speakers on the Dahua PM16-F201PD?
The Dahua PM16-F201PD has two 1W speakers, which are loud enough for Teams, Zoom and Google Meet calls in a quiet room. They will not fill a hall or cut through a busy open-plan office. For training sessions or noisy spaces, plug headphones or an external speaker into the audio out port. Sound reaches the monitor through the same USB-C or HDMI cable as the picture, so you do not need a separate audio lead from your laptop.
Who should buy the Dahua PM16-F201PD, and who should skip it?
Buy the Dahua PM16-F201PD if you work from a laptop in several places each week and need a second screen you can carry. Skip it if you play fast competitive games, because its 60Hz panel and 6 ms response are tuned for office work. Photo editors should also look elsewhere, since 45% NTSC colour coverage is too narrow for accurate print work. If the screen will never leave one desk, the Dahua LM22-A201Y gives you a 21.45-inch display for KSh 9,000.
Technical Specifications
Display Panel
- 15.6-inch IPS panel — the same size as most laptop screens, so windows look natural when dragged across.
- 1920 × 1080 Full HD resolution — text stays sharp enough for spreadsheets, contracts and code without zooming in.
- 60Hz refresh rate — the picture redraws 60 times a second, smooth for scrolling documents, web pages and calls.
- 6 ms response time — how fast pixels change colour; quick enough for office work and video, not competitive gaming.
- 178-degree viewing angles, horizontal and vertical — colours hold steady when a client looks at the screen from the side.
Picture and Colour
- 250 nits peak brightness — comfortable in offices, classrooms and shaded verandas, though harsh direct sun will wash it out.
- 1000:1 contrast ratio — dark areas look deep enough for clear text, charts and presentation slides.
- 45% NTSC colour coverage — a standard office range, fine for documents and video but too narrow for photo editing.
- ELED backlight — LEDs placed along the panel edge, which keeps the body thin and the power draw low.
- 16:9 widescreen shape — matches laptop screens and most video, so slides and films fill the display without black bars.
Audio
- Two built-in 1W speakers — enough volume for video calls, tutorials and online lectures in a quiet room.
- One audio out port — connect headphones or an external speaker when the room is noisy or the audience is larger.
- Sound travels with the picture over USB-C or HDMI, so one cable handles both audio and video from your laptop.
- The speakers sit inside the 12.1 mm body, so there is nothing extra to pack or plug in before a meeting.
- Best for spoken content such as webinars and training clips; for music, add a separate Bluetooth or wired speaker.
Connectivity
- Two full-function USB-C ports — each can carry video, audio and power, so you can run the cable from either side.
- One HDMI 1.4 port at 1920 × 1080 and 60Hz — connects older laptops, desktop PCs, consoles and TV boxes.
- One audio out port for headphones or speakers, listed in Dahua's official datasheet beside the video inputs.
- No VGA input — laptops with VGA output only need an adapter, which our counter staff can help you choose.
- Full-function USB-C cable and HDMI cable included, so most laptops connect on the first day without extra purchases.
Power and Energy Use
- 5V 3A power input — the same rating as many phone chargers, so one small USB-C charger can run the screen.
- 7.5W typical power draw and 8.2W at most — a fraction of a desktop monitor, so laptop battery drain stays moderate.
- Under 0.5W in standby — almost no power is used while your laptop sleeps or the screen times out.
- No wall adapter in the box — the screen runs from your laptop's USB-C port or a separate 5V 3A charger.
- A USB-C power bank rated at 5V 3A can run it during power cuts or on field days with no socket nearby.
Build and Mounting
- 358.0 × 226.4 × 12.1 mm — close to the footprint of an A4 folder and slim enough for most laptop sleeves.
- 0.73 kg net weight — lighter than most 15-inch laptops, so carrying it every day adds little strain to your bag.
- 75 mm VESA mounting holes — fit a standard monitor arm or the optional Dahua wall mount for a fixed desk setup.
- Tilt range up to 90 degrees, per Dahua's datasheet — set a comfortable reading angle on a desk or classroom bench.
- Black finish with CE safety and energy certification listed by Dahua, plus a storage bag for travel.
Package Contents
Each box holds the Dahua PM16-F201PD, a full-function USB-C cable, an HDMI cable, a storage bag, a quick start guide and a regulatory booklet, with the full user manual reachable through a QR code sticker. A wall power adapter is not included, since most laptops power the screen directly over USB-C. If your laptop cannot, compatible 5V 3A USB-C chargers are sold separately at Mascom International, and our staff can match one to your setup.
Warranty
The Dahua PM16-F201PD ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Faults such as a port that stops carrying video or a panel that will not light are assessed at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street.
Where to Buy the Dahua PM16-F201PD in Kenya
The Dahua PM16-F201PD is on the shelf at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your laptop and cable it up at the counter to see the extended desktop working before you pay. This model comes in black.
Reach our team through any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while engineers and field staff based in Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret and Nyeri receive theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your purchase is backed by the 12-month warranty described above.
We list honest specifications taken from Dahua's own datasheet, keep our prices accurate, and stay reachable after the sale if you need help with a cable, a display setting or a warranty question.
