NovaStar MX20

LED Display Controller

The NovaStar MX20 is a 1U all-in-one LED display controller that combines video processing and LED display control in a single chassis. It supports a loading capacity of up to 3.9 million pixels and provides flexible video, Ethernet, optical, audio, and synchronization connections for professional LED display systems.

NovaStar MX20 Competitive Differences

• Controls LED displays with a total loading capacity of up to 3.9 million pixels
• Combines video processing and LED display control in one 1U unit
• Supports three independent layers with adjustable layer priority
• Provides six Gigabit Ethernet outputs and two 10G optical outputs
• Includes dual HDMI 1.3 inputs and one 3G-SDI input with dedicated loop-through connections
• Supports Genlock input and loop-through for synchronized video systems
• Compatible with NovaStar VMP software for display configuration and device management

NovaStar MX20 Description

The NovaStar MX20 integrates video processing and LED display control into a compact, rackmountable chassis. Its six Gigabit Ethernet outputs provide a combined loading capacity of up to 3.9 million pixels, making the controller suitable for LED video walls used in live productions, broadcast environments, corporate AV systems, and permanent installations.

Two HDMI 1.3 inputs and one 3G-SDI input accommodate common professional video sources, while dedicated HDMI and SDI loop-through connections simplify signal distribution to additional equipment. Three independent layers provide flexible content arrangement, and each layer supports multiple scaling modes for adapting sources to the LED canvas.

Dual 10G optical outputs provide high-bandwidth connectivity for compatible fiber-based LED systems. The MX20 also includes Genlock synchronization, dual Ethernet control ports, an RS232 auxiliary connection, and an SPDIF digital audio output that can carry audio from an HDMI input source.

The 19-inch-wide, 1U chassis is designed for rack or desktop installation. Front-panel controls and NovaStar VMP software provide access to setup, monitoring, display management, and other system functions.

MX20 Features

• All-in-one LED display controller and video processor
• Loading capacity up to 3.9 million pixels
• Six Gigabit Ethernet LED outputs
• Two 10G optical output ports
• Three independent video layers
• Adjustable layer priority in Z order
• Custom, pixel-to-pixel, snap-to-canvas, and fill-screen scaling modes
• Two HDMI 1.3 inputs with loop-through outputs
• One 3G-SDI input with loop-through output
• SPDIF digital audio output for HDMI source audio
• Genlock input with loop-through
• Two Gigabit Ethernet control ports
• RS232 auxiliary control connection
• NovaStar VMP software control
• Compact 1U rackmountable design

MX20 Specifications

• Product Type: LED Display Controller
• Maximum Loading Capacity: 3.9 million pixels
• Maximum Forced Input Width: 3840 pixels
• Maximum Forced Input Height: 2560 pixels
• Layers: 3 independent layers
• Video Inputs: 2 HDMI 1.3 and 1 3G-SDI
• Video Loop Outputs: 2 HDMI 1.3 and 1 3G-SDI
• LED Outputs: 6 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Optical Outputs: 2 10G optical ports
• Audio Output: 1 SPDIF digital audio port
• Control Connections: 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, Genlock input and loop, and 1 AUX RS232 port
• Chassis Height: 1U
• Power Input: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Maximum Power Consumption: 50W
• Dimensions: 19 x 1.96 x 15.12 in (482.6 x 49.9 x 384 mm)
• Weight: 9.92 lb (4.5 kg)
• UPC: 618528599342

What's In The Box

• NovaStar MX20 LED Display Controller
• Power cord
• Ethernet cable
• HDMI cable
• Certificate of approval

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