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MCTRL300
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Product Version: V2.3.1
Document No. NS110100858

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  • Page 1 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications Product Version: V2.3.1 Document No. NS110100858...
  • Page 2 Xi'an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. Statement You are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice.
  • Page 3 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications Change History Change History Version Release Date Description Updated the dimensions diagram. V2.3.1 2019-10-31  Updated document style. V2.3.0 2019-05-15 Optimized document content.  www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications Contents Contents Change History ........................ii Contents ..........................iii 1 Overview .......................... 1 2 Features ........................... 1 2.1 Features ............................... 1 2.2 Video Formats ............................. 1 3 Appearance ........................2 3.1 Front Panel ..............................2 3.2 Rear Panel ..............................2 4 Dimensions ........................
  • Page 5 Ethernet port. A single controller supports resolutions up to 2048×668@60Hz. It communicates with the computer via USB port, which is convenient to use. The MCTRL300 can be mainly used for the rental and fixed fields, such as live events, security monitoring centers and various sports centers. www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 6  UART control ports to cascade devices for uniform control  Dual Ethernet outputs  Supports the new generation of NovaStar calibration technology, which is fast and efficient.  1 × light sensor connector  Supports resolutions up to 2048×668@60Hz and downward compatibility.
  • Page 7 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications 3 Appearance Appearance 3.1 Front Panel 3.2 Rear Panel Connector Connector Description Name Input DVI IN Single-link DVI connector   Resolution up to 1920×1200@60Hz and downward compatible Custom resolutions supported:  Resolution with maximum width: 3840×600@60Hz Resolution with maximum height: 800×2560@60Hz...
  • Page 8 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications 3 Appearance Connector Connector Description Name Control UART Input and output ports for cascading devices IN/OUT Type-B USB control port for connecting to PC Power AC 100V-240V~50/60Hz Indicators Device operating indicator. Working status: Flashing slowly: Video input unavailable ...
  • Page 9 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications 4 Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 10 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications 5 Specifications Specifications Input voltage AC 100 V–240 V, 50/60 Hz Electrical Rated power Parameters 10 W consumption Temperature -20° C–60° C Operating Environment Humidity 0% RH–90% RH, non-condensing Dimensions 204 mm × 160 mm × 48 mm...
  • Page 11 MCTRL300 Independent Controller Specifications 6 FCC Caution FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 12 MCTRL600 Independent Controller Specifications Document Version: V2.2.1 Document Number: NS110100822...
  • Page 13 Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. Statement You are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice.

  • Page 14: Change History

    MCTRL600 Independent Controller Specifications Change History Change History Document Version Release Date Description V2.2.1 2019-10-31 Updated the dimensions diagram.  V2.2.0 2019-05-15 Updated the document style.  Optimized the document content. www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 15: Contents

    2 Features ........................... 2 2.1 Features ............................... 2 2.2 Video Formats ............................. 2 3 Appearance ........................3 3.1 Front Panel ..............................3 3.2 Rear Panel ..............................3 4 Dimensions ........................5 5 Specifications ......................... 6 6 FCC Caution ........................7 www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 16: Overview

    Specifications 1 Overview Overview The MCTRL600 is an independent controller of NovaStar. The maximum loading capacity of a single controller is 1920×1200@60Hz. Multiple controllers can be cascaded via UART port for uniform control. The MCTRL600 can be mainly used for the rental and fixed fields, such as live events, security monitoring centers and various sports centers.

  • Page 17: Features

    1 × type-B USB control port  UART IN and UART OUT control ports for device cascading  Supports the new generation of NovaStar calibration technology, which is fast and efficient.  Supports a variety of video formats, as described in Figure 2-1.

  • Page 18: Appearance

    Off: The power is not supplied, or the power supply is abnormal. 3.2 Rear Panel Connector Connector Description Name Input DVI IN  Single-link DVI connector  Resolution up to 1920×1200@60Hz and downward compatible  Custom resolutions supported: Resolution with maximum width: 3840×600@60Hz Resolution with maximum height: 800×2560@60Hz www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 19 Connect to light sensor to monitor ambient brightness to SENSOR realize automatic screen brightness adjustment. Control USB control port for connecting to PC UART IN Input port for cascading devices UART OUT Output port for cascading devices. Up to 20 controllers can be cascaded. Power AC 100V~240V-50/60Hz www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 20: Dimensions

    MCTRL600 Independent Controller Specifications 4 Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    1 × power cord Packing Accessory box Information  1 × USB cable  1 × DVI cable Packing box 550 mm × 440 mm × 175 mm, craft paper box Certifications FCC, RoHS, EAC, IC, PFOS, LVD, EMC www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 22: Fcc Caution

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 23 MCTRL660 Independent Controller Specifications Document Version: V1.4.1 Document Number: NS110100835...
  • Page 24 Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. Statement You are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice.

  • Page 25: Change History

    MCTRL660 Independent Controller Specifications Change History Change History Document Version Release Date Description V1.4.1 2019-09-06 Supplemented and optimized the document content. V1.4.0 2019-05-15  Updated the document style.  Optimized the document content. www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 26 2 Features ........................... 2 2.1 Features ............................... 2 2.2 Video Formats ............................. 2 3 Appearance ........................3 3.1 Front Panel ..............................3 3.2 Rear Panel ..............................4 4 Dimensions ........................5 5 Specifications ......................... 6 6 FCC Caution ........................7 www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 27: Overview

    Specifications 1 Overview Overview The MCTRL660 is an independent controller of NovaStar. The maximum loading capacity of a single controller is 1920×1200@60Hz. Multiple controllers can be cascaded for uniform control. The MCTRL660 adopts an innovative architecture to implement smart screen configuration without using a computer, allowing a screen to be configured within 30 seconds.

  • Page 28: Features

    30 seconds and greatly shortening the stage preparation time  Adopts NovaStar G4 engine to realize a perfect display image with no flickering or scanning lines, as well as fine quality and good sense of depth ...

  • Page 29: Appearance

    Rotate the knob to select a menu item or adjust a menu parameter.  Hold down the knob and BACK button simultaneously for 5 seconds to lock or unlock all the buttons. BACK Press to go back to the previous menu or exit the current operation. www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 30 Support redundancy between Ethernet ports. Type-B USB port for connecting to PC Control TO PC UART IN Input port for cascading devices UART OUT Output port for cascading devices. Up to 20 controllers can be cascaded. Power AC 100V~240V-50/60Hz www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 31 MCTRL660 Independent Controller Specifications 4 Dimensions Dimensions Unit: mm www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 32 402 mm× 347 mm × 65 mm, kraft paper box  1 × power cord Accessory box  1 × USB cable  1 × DVI cable 550 mm × 440 mm × 175 mm, kraft paper box Packing box printed with NOVASTAR www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 33 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 34 User's Manual Video Controller NovaPro HD Rev1.4.3 NS160100352 www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 35 Welcome to use the product from Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “NovaStar”). It is our great pleasure to offer this manual to help you understand and use the product. We strive for precision and reliability during the compilation of this manual, and the content of this manual are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 36 6.6 Step 4: Output Settings ....................15 6.7 Display Control ........................19 6.8 Advanced Settings ......................20 6.8.1 Picture in Picture (PIP) ..................21 6.8.2 Advanced Configuration ..................22 6.8.3 Montage ........................25 6.8.4 Load Cabinet File ....................26 www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 37 Web Interface Operation ......................34 7.1 Network Establishment ....................34 7.2 Operating Motion Description ..................34 7.3 My Device ..........................36 LCT Client Operation ........................37 Firmware Upgrade ........................38 Troubleshooting and Precautions .................. 41 Technical Specifications ..................... 43 Installation Dimensions ...................... 45 www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 38: Safety Statement

    Moisture proof: Keep the equipment in a dry and clean environment. In case of liquid immersion, please pull the power plug immediately. Keep away from flammable and explosive hazardous substance. Prevent liquids or metal fragments from being immersed into the product in order to avoid safety accidents. www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 39: Overview

    That's what we called “Touch Track”. 4) NovaPro HD supports multiple units splicing. 5) NovaPro HD has integrated DMX512 and GenLock input and loop interfaces. Professional control and synchronization have been provided. With the design of www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 40: Appearance

    7) NovaPro HD is the flagship product of NovaStar new generation controllers. Being powerful in image processing, professional in image control and friendly in user- interface, NovaPro HD has brought unprecedented ease and pleasure in LED display control.
  • Page 41 PIP: Display PIP. Indicator light is blue by default after power on and it turns green when enabled; ⑧: Type A female interface is USB interface to connect U disk to import configuration file or update programs. Type B female interface is USB control interface to connect PC for communication. www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 42: Rear Panel

    3G-SDI IN 3G-SDI Input Synchronizing signal to guarantee the images on display Genlock IN is synchronous with external Genlock source. Outputs 3G-SDI LOOP 3G-SDI loop output GenLock LOOP Genlock loop output DVI LOOP DVI loop output Monitor -DVI Monitoring connector www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 43: Signal Connection

    USB OUT of last NovaPro HD USB Control OUT: cascade output, Cascading USB IN of next NovaPro IN: connecting all consoles that support DMX512 DMX Control interface protocol. LOOP: DMX512 signal Loop output Power AC 100-250V~50/60Hz AC Power Interface 4 Signal Connection Signal Connection www.novastar.tech...
  • Page 44 NovaPro HD User's Manual Connect the required hardware devices referring to the interface descriptions in previous chapters. Note: Please turn OFF POWER before signal connection. Fig. 4-1 Signal Connection Multiple Units Connection Sketch Video Source Connection www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 45: Description Of Operation Modes

    NovaPro HD without PC. Mode 2: Web operation. Suitable for the situation when NovaPro HD and control computer are in the same LAN. Open up a browser on control computer and enter the IP of NovaPro HD to log in control page. www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 46: Machine Operation

    PIP. Lock: simultaneously press the knob and ESC button for more than three seconds to lock the controller. Unlock: simultaneously press the knob and ESC button for more than three seconds to unlock the controller. www.novastar.tech...

  • Page 47: Main Interface

    Status bar, meanings of each icon are described as below: It denotes that the controller is in primary control mode. It denotes that the controller is in backup mode. Current brightness is 80%. When the temperature of NovaPro HD exceeds threshold value (able www.novastar.tech -10-...

  • Page 48: Step 1: Input Settings

    Set the resolution of input source signal. Resolution can be directly set and changed through NovaPro HD for digital input modes: DVI, HDMI and DP. For other input modes, resolution can only be changed on input devices. Input resolution can be set through two ways: www.novastar.tech -11-...

  • Page 49: Step 2: Screen Settings

    1) Each Ethernet port must load the same number of cabinets (If the number of cabinets is not integer multiples of the Ethernet ports, the remaining cabinets will be loaded by the last Ethernet port); 2) Regular screen, regular cabinets, each cabinet with the same size. www.novastar.tech -12-...
  • Page 50 Ethernet port. Please see details in Notes a) of Screen Settings. Step 5 Set data flow of the screen and please see the Notes c), d), e) of screen settings. www.novastar.tech -13-...
  • Page 51 During Data Flow setting, turn the knob to see the results of different types of data flow on the screen in real time. If satisfied with the current data flow, you must press the knob to save the setting. Press return key to exit from current operation. www.novastar.tech -14-...

  • Page 52: Step 3: Brightness Control

     I: Point-to-point display, namely, scaling disabled. Size of output image is the same as input image and the output is based on original proportion. Horizontal and vertical offset of image are set as required and operation steps are shown in the figure below. www.novastar.tech -15-...
  • Page 53 NovaPro HD User's Manual Effects of scaling disabled  II: Output image is adjusted to the size of display screen, namely it is self-adaptive to the size of display screen. Operation: Enable scaling and auto fit to screen. www.novastar.tech -16-...
  • Page 54 LED screen. It is needed to set horizontal width (≤horizontal resolution of input source) and vertical height (≤vertical resolution of input source) as well as start X (horizontal start) and start Y (vertical start). www.novastar.tech -17-...
  • Page 55 After setting according to the above two steps, the captured content will be only displayed on the set area of the LED display, as shown below: Custom Scaling Effect www.novastar.tech -18-...

  • Page 56: Display Control

     Black Out: same as the function of BLK button.  Test Pattern  Picture quality adjustment Set contrast, saturation, hue, sharpness, color temperature, red brightness, green brightness, blue brightness and Gamma as required. Save these parameters to hardware after adjusting to satisfaction www.novastar.tech -19-...

  • Page 57: Advanced Settings

    6.8 Advanced Settings Several options of major function setting are included in advanced settings, as shown in the figure below, including PIP, Advanced Configuration, Montage, etc. Operation of each function will be detailed for users in the following chapter. www.novastar.tech -20-...

  • Page 58: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    To switch on or off PIP and set the input source of main screen as well as the size, position and transparency of PIP and PIP crop settings. PIP: Switching on/off PIP is the same as the function of PIP button on front panel and www.novastar.tech -21-...

  • Page 59: Advanced Configuration

    Please enable this function before setting horizontal width, vertical height, start X and start Y. 6.8.2 Advanced Configuration If the number of cabinets loaded by each Ethernet port is different and the preconditions of screen settings are not met, advanced configuration can be used now. www.novastar.tech -22-...
  • Page 60 2) Ethernet Port Settings Set the rows and columns of the cabinets loaded by each port, horizontal and vertical offset as well as data flow according to the actual layout of the cabinets. www.novastar.tech -23-...
  • Page 61 After Port Settings are completed, select "Apply" and press the knob to apply current settings. If you want to quit the settings, select “Return”. www.novastar.tech -24-...

  • Page 62: Montage

    HD units can be used for montage. See detailed parameter settings and the connections in the chart and figure below. Pro HD Pro HD（2） （1） Total Width(H) 4000 Total Height(V) 1000 Load Area Width 2000 2000 Load Area Height 1000 1000 Load Area X 2000 www.novastar.tech -25-...

  • Page 63: Load Cabinet File

    Connect NovaPro HD to PC and run NovaLCT-Mars on PC. Import cabinet configuration file saved before into the controller. 1) Save cabinet configuration file After receiving card is configured, click Save File to save cabinet configuration file (.rcfg) to local file on PC. www.novastar.tech -26-...
  • Page 64 NovaPro HD User's Manual www.novastar.tech -27-...
  • Page 65 NovaPro HD User's Manual 2) Import cabinet configuration file into NovaPro HD. Operating steps are shown in the figure below: 3) Load Cabinet File www.novastar.tech -28-...

  • Page 66: Alarm Threshold Settings

    NovaPro HD exceeds the threshold value, temperature or voltage on the home page of the screen will turn red and blink. 6.8.6 Advanced Property Including following functions: VGA Auto Adj: sampling parameters of VGA input signal are automatically adjusted www.novastar.tech -29-...

  • Page 67: Save Parameters To Hardware

    Save all the configurations of NovaPro HD to hardware and the data will not be lost after power off. 6.8.8 Redundancy Set this controller as primary control or backup. “Primary” or “Backup” will be displayed on the main interface. www.novastar.tech -30-...

  • Page 68: Dmx512 Channel Settings

    For example, if the starting channel is set as 1, the controller will take 16 channels from the 1st channel as available channels. Definitions of channel properties are shown in the table below: Channel No. Property Definition Global Brightness of LED display Contrast Saturation www.novastar.tech -31-...

  • Page 69: Factory Reset

    Gamma Undefined Undefined Undefined Undefined Undefined Undefined Undefined 6.8.10 Factory Reset Restore NovaPro HD to factory settings. 6.8.11 Hardware version View hardware version of NovaPro HD. 6.9 Communication Settings Set communication mode and network parameters of NovaPro HD. www.novastar.tech -32-...

  • Page 70: Language Settings

    Preferred is selected, system will use LAN to control. If only USB port is connected, the setting will be unavailable and system will use USB to control. Network modes include “Manually” and “Automatically”. It is obtained through DHCP while in “Automatically” mode. 6.10 Language Settings NovaPro HD supports Chinese and English at present. www.novastar.tech -33-...

  • Page 71: Web Interface Operation

    3) Open up the browser on control computer. Enter the local IP of Pro HD and open up the web configuration interface. 7.2 Operating Motion Description The Web interface of Pro HD is shown as the picture below. Compared with controller operation, the operation with Web interface is more intuitional and clearer. www.novastar.tech -34-...
  • Page 72 Six input source switching buttons: the input source of the main screen can be switched with mouse clicking. The switching of the input source of PIP needs to enter “Advanced Settings” → “PIP” sub menu interface settings, as shown in the figure below. www.novastar.tech -35-...

  • Page 73: My Device

    NovaPro HD User's Manual Three display control buttons: the indicator lights default to blue and turn green when enabled. 7.3 My Device The name of the device can be modified, which is a unique function of Web interface operation. www.novastar.tech -36-...

  • Page 74: Lct Client Operation

    The main functions include screen configuration, brightness adjustment, monitoring, Nova M3 Control System User Manual calibration, etc. Please refer to for specific operations of these functions. Operation interface of LCT client is shown as the figure below: www.novastar.tech -37-...

  • Page 75: Firmware Upgrade

    Choose whether to upgrade or not according to prompt. 2) Upgrading firmware by LCT client Connect Pro HD to PC and run NovaLCT-Mars on PC. Log in advanced user and the password is “admin”. Then click “admin” on your keyboard after logging in and www.novastar.tech -38-...
  • Page 76 NovaPro HD User's Manual the program loading page will pop up. www.novastar.tech -39-...
  • Page 77 Program path: Select the hardware program to be upgrade currently. Sending card: Check to update all the programs of sending card. FPGA of receiving card: Check to update FPGA program of receiving card. Update: Change hardware program into hardware device. www.novastar.tech -40-...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting And Precautions

    Check whether the input channel has image input and it is displayed normally. Monitoring port Check whether PIP is enabled and channel 2 has signal input output is and the image is displayed normally. abnormal Check whether monitor output is connected correctly and the connection is not loose. www.novastar.tech -41-...
  • Page 79 It is not recommended to alternately operate one LED display via machine operation, Web operation and LCT client operation. Please troubleshoot the devices according to above steps. If problems cannot be solved, please contact our local dealers or customer service department. Since there www.novastar.tech -42-...

  • Page 80: Technical Specifications

    HDMI EIA/CEA-861 standard, in accordance with HDMI- 1.3standard, supporting HDCP VESA standard 3G-SDI 480i、576i、720p、1080i/p（3G SDI） Outputs Port Description DVI LOOP DVI loop output, consistent with DVI input connector SDI LOOP SDI loop output, consistent with SDI input connector www.novastar.tech -43-...
  • Page 81 Control Interface Port Description Upper computer control interface RJ45 Multi-units communication interface Connected to all kinds of control interfaces that support DMX512 interface protocol. Overall Specifications Input power AC 100-250V, 50/60Hz Overall power consumption 30 W www.novastar.tech -44-...

  • Page 82: Installation Dimensions

    NovaPro HD User's Manual Operating temperature -20~60℃ Dimensions (L x W x H) 483 mm × 389 mm × 88.2 mm Weight 6 kg 12 Installation Dimensions (Unit: mm) www.novastar.tech -45-...

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