Novastar VX1000 LED Controller

The VX1000 is NovaStar’s new all-in-one controller that integrates video processing and video control into one box. VX1000 can be widely used in applications such as medium and high-end rental, stage control systems and fine-pitch applications. Input connectors − 1x HDMI 1.4 (IN & LOOP) − 1x HDMI 1.4 − 1x DVI (IN & LOOP) − 1x DVI − 1x 3G-SDI (IN & LOOP) − 1x 10G optical fiber port (OPT1) Output connectors − 10x Gigabit Ethernet ports A single device unit drives up to 6.5 million pixels, with a maximum width of 10,240 pixels and a maximum height of 8192 pixels. − 2x Fiber outputs OPT 1 copies the output on 10 Ethernet ports. OPT 2 copies or backs up the output on 10 Ethernet ports. − 1x HDMI 1.3 For monitoring or video output Self-adaptive OPT 1 for either video input or sending card output Thanks to the self-adaptive design, OPT 1 can be used as either an input or output connector, depending on its connected device. Audio input and output − Audio input accompanied with HDMI input source − Audio output via a multifunction card − Output volume adjustment supported Size: 483*351*50mm Weight: 6300G

Change History

Document Version	Release Date	Description
V1.3.1	2022-10-24	Optimized the descriptions of the DVI and HDMI connectors. Added descriptions for optical module selection.
V1.3.0	2022-07-30	Updated the rear panel picture
V1.2.0	2022-02-18 	Updated the certifications. Added the Notes and Cautions section.
V1.1.0	2021-09-16	Updated the packaging descriptions
V1.0.0	2021-05-30	First release

Introduction

The VX1000 is NovaStar’s new all-in-one controller that integrates video processing and video control into one box. It features 10 Ethernet ports and supports video controller, fiber converter and Bypass working modes. A VX1000 unit can drive up to 6.5 million pixels, with the maximum output width and height up to 10,240 pixels and 8192 pixels, respectively, which is ideal for ultra-wide and ultra-high LED screen applications.

The VX1000 is capable of receiving a variety of video signals and processing high-resolution 4K×1K@60Hz images. In addition, the device features stepless output scaling, low latency, 3D, pixel-level brightness and chroma calibration and more, to present you with an excellent image display experience.

What’s more, the VX1000 can work with NovaStar’s supreme software NovaLCT and V-Can to greatly facilitate your in-field operations and control, such as screen configuration, Ethernet port backup settings, layer management, preset management and firmware update.
Thanks to its powerful video processing and sending capabilities and other outstanding features, the VX1000 can be widely used in applications such as medium and high-end rental, stage control systems and fine-pitch LED screens.

Certifications

CE, UL&CUL, IC, FCC, EAC, UKCA, KC, RCM, CB, RoHS

If the product does not have the relevant certifications required by the countries or regions where it is to be sold, please contact NovaStar to confirm or address the problem. Otherwise, the customer shall be responsible for the legal risks caused or NovaStar has the right to claim compensation.

Features

Input connectors
− 1x HDMI 1.4 (IN & LOOP)
− 1x HDMI 1.4
− 1x DVI (IN & LOOP)
− 1x DVI
− 1x 3G-SDI (IN & LOOP)
− 1x 10G optical fiber port (OPT1)
Output connectors
− 10x Gigabit Ethernet ports
A single device unit drives up to 6.5 million pixels, with a maximum width of 10,240 pixels and a maximum height of 8192 pixels.
− 2x Fiber outputs
− Audio output via a multifunction card
− Output volume adjustment supported
Low latency
Reduce the delay from the input to receiving card to 20 lines when the low latency function and Bypass mode are both enabled.
3x layers
− Adjustable layer size and position
− Adjustable layer priority
Output synchronization
An internal input source or external Genlock can be used as the sync source to ensure the output
images of all cascaded units in sync.
Powerful video processing
− Based on SuperView III image quality processing technologies to provide stepless output scaling.
− One-click full-screen display
− Free input cropping
Easy preset saving and loading
Up to 10 user-defined presets supported
− Load a preset by simply pressing one button
Multiple kinds of hot backup
− Backup between devices
− Backup between Ethernet ports
OPT 1 copies the output on 10 Ethernet ports.
OPT 2 copies or backs up the output on 10 Ethernet ports.
− 1x HDMI 1.3
For monitoring or video output

Self-adaptive OPT 1 for either video input or sending card output.
Thanks to the self-adaptive design, OPT 1 can be used as either an input or output connector, depending on its connected device.
Audio input and output
− Audio input accompanied with HDMI input source.
− Backup between input sources.
Mosaic input source supported
The mosaic source is composed of several input connectors of the same type.
Up to 4 units cascaded for image mosaic.
Three working modes
– Video Controller
− Fiber Converter
− Bypass
All-round color adjustment
Input source and LED screen color adjustment supported, including brightness, contrast, saturation, hue, and Gamma.
3D function
Work with the EMT200 3D emitter and matched 3D glasses to present a 3D visual experience.
Pixel level brightness and chroma calibration.
Work with NovaLCT and NovaStar calibration software to support brightness and chroma
calibration on each LED, which can effectively remove color discrepancies and greatly improve
LED display brightness and chroma consistency, allowing for better image quality.
Multiple operation modes
Control the device as you wish via V-Can, NovaLCT or device front panel knob and buttons.

Appearance

Front Panel

No	Area	Function
1	LCD screen	Display the device status, menus, submenus and messages
2	Knob	Rotate the knob to select a menu item or adjust the parameter value. Press the knob to confirm the setting or operation.
3	ESC button	Exit the current menu or cancel an operation.
4	Control area	Open or close a layer (main layer and PIP layers), and show the layer status. Status LEDs: − On (blue): The layer is opened. − Flashing (blue): The layer is being edited. − On (white): The layer is closed. SCALE: A shortcut button for the full-screen function. Press the button to make the layer of the lowest priority fill the entire screen. Status LEDs: − On (blue): Full-screen scaling is turned on. − On (white): Full-screen scaling is turned off.
5	Input source buttons	Show the input source status and switch the layer input source. Status LEDs: On (blue): An input source is accessed. Flashing (blue): The input source is not accessed but used by the layer. On (white): The input source is not accessed or the input source is abnormal. Notes: When a 4K video source is connected to OPT 1, OPT 1-1 has a signal but OPT 1-2 does not have a signal. When two 2K video sources are connected to OPT 1, OPT 1-1 and OPT 1-2 both have a 2K signal.
6	Shortcut function buttons	PRESET: Access the preset settings menu. TEST: Access the test pattern menu. Freeze: Freeze the output image. FN: A customizable button

Rear Panel

Input Connectors

Connector	Qty	Description
3G-SDI	1	ST-424 (3G), ST-292 (HD) and ST-259 (SD) standard video inputs supported Max. input resolution: 1920×1080@60Hz Deinterlacing processing supported 3G-SDI loop output supported DOES NOT support input resolution and bit depth settings.
HDMI 1.4	2	Max. input resolution: 3840×1080@60Hz or 3840×2160@30Hz HDCP 1.4 compliant Mosaic of two HDMI 1.4 inputs supported Custom resolutions supported − Max. width: 4092 pixels (4092×1136@60Hz) − Max. height: 3981 pixels (1060×3981@60Hz) Loop output supported on HDMI 1.4 1 DOES NOT support interlaced signal inputs
DVI (HDMI 1.4)	2	Max. input resolution: 3840×1080@60Hz or 3840×2160@30Hz HDCP 1.4 compliant Custom resolutions supported − Max. width: 4092 pixels (4092×1136@60Hz) − Max. height: 3981 pixels (1060×3981@60Hz) Mosaic of two DVI inputs supported Loop output supported on DVI 1 DOES NOT support interlaced signal inputs

Output Connectors

Connector	Qty	Description
Ethernet ports	10	Gigabit Ethernet ports Max. loading capacity: 6.5 million pixels Max. width: 10,240 pixels Max. height: 8192 pixels Ethernet ports 1 and 2 support audio output. When you use a multifunction card to parse the audio, be sure to connect the card to Ethernet port 1 or 2. Status LEDs: The top left one indicates the connection status. − On: The port is well connected. − Flashing: The port is not well connected, such as loose connection. − Off: The port is not connected. The top right one indicates the communication status. − On: The Ethernet cable is short-circuited. − Flashing: The communication is good and data is being transmitted. − Off: No data transmission
HDMI 1.3	1	Support monitor and video output modes. The output resolution is adjustable

Optical Fiber Ports

Connector	Qty	Description
OPT	2	10G optical fiber ports OPT 1: Self-adaptive, either for video input or for output − When the device is connected with a fiber converter, the port is used as an output connector. − When the device is connected with a video processor, the port is used as an input connector. − Max. capacity: 1x 4K×1K@60Hz or 2x 2K×1K@60Hz video inputs OPT 2: For output only, with copy and backup modes OPT 2 copies or backs up the output on 10 Ethernet ports. Single-mode OPT module description: Hot-swappable Transmission rate: 9.95 Gbit/s to 11.3 Gbit/s Wavelength: 1310 nm Transmission distance: 10 km OPT fiber selection: Model: OS1/OS2 Transmission mode: Single-mode twin-core Cable diameter: 9/125 μm Connector type: LC Insertion loss: ≤ 0.3 dB Return loss: ≥ 45 dB Multi-mode OPT module description: Hot-swappable Transmission rate: 9.95 Gbit/s to 11.3 Gbit/s Wavelength: 850 nm Transmission distance: 300 m OPT fiber selection: Model: OM3/OM4 Transmission mode: Multi-mode twin-core Cable diameter: 50/125 μm Connector type: LC Insertion loss: ≤ 0.2 dB Return loss: ≥ 45 dB
HDMI 1.3	1	Support monitor and video output modes. The output resolution is adjustable

Control Connectors

Connector	Qty	Description
ETHERNET	1	Connect to the control PC or router. Status LEDs: The top left one indicates the connection status. − On: The port is well connected. − Flashing: The port is not well connected, such as loose connection. − Off: The port is not connected. The top right one indicates the communication status. − On: The Ethernet cable is short-circuited. − Flashing: The communication is good and data is being transmitted. − Off: No data transmission.
USB	2	USB 2.0 (Type-B): − Connect to the control PC. − Input connector for device cascading USB 2.0 (Type-A): Output connector for device cascading
GENLOCK IN-LOOP	1	Connect to an external sync signal. Accepts bi-level and tri-level signals. IN: Accept the sync signal. LOOP: Loop the sync signal.

Applications

Dimensions

The VX1000 provides the flight case or carton packaging. This section provides the dimensions of the device, flight case and carton, respectively.

Specifications
Electrical Specifications	Input voltage	100–240V~, 1.6A, 50/60Hz
Electrical Specifications	Rated power consumption	28 W
Operating Environment	Temperature	0°C to 45°C
Operating Environment	Humidity	20% RH to 90% RH, non-condensing
Storage Environment	Temperature	–20°C to +70°C
Storage Environment	Humidity	10% RH to 95% RH, non-condensing
Physical Specifications	Dimensions	483.6 mm × 351.2 mm × 50.1 mm
Physical Specifications	Weight	4 kg
Packing Information	Accessories	Flight Case	Carton
	Accessories	1x Power cord 1x HDMI to DVI cable 1x USB cable 1x Ethernet cable 1x HDMI cable 1x Quick Start Guide 1x Certificate of Approval 1x DAC cable	1x Power cord 1x HDMI to DVI cable 1x USB cable 1x Ethernet cable 1x HDMI cable 1x Quick Start Guide 1x Certificate of Approval 1x Safety Manual 1x Customer Letter
	Packing size	521.0 mm ×517.0 mm ×102.0 mm	565.0 mm ×175.0 mm ×450.0 mm
	Gross weight	10.4 kg	6.8 kg
Noise Level ( typical at 25°C/77°F)	45 dB (A)

Video Source Features

Input Connectors	Bit Depth		Max. Input Resolution
Input	8-bit	RGB 4:4:4	3840×1080@60Hz (Standard) 4092×1136@60Hz (Custom) 4096×1080@60Hz (Forced)
		YCbCr 4:4:4
		YCbCr 4:2:2
		YCbCr 4:2:0	Not supported
	10-bit	Not supported
	12-bit	Not supported
3G-SDI	Max. input resolution: 1920×1080@60Hz DOES NOT support input resolution and bit depth settings. Supports ST-424 (3G), ST-292 (HD) and ST-259 (SD) standard video inputs.

Novastar VX1000 LED Controller