Novastar MCTRL300 - Sending Box Controller for LED Displays

Novastar MCTRL300 - Sending Box Controller for LED Displays

The Novastar MCTRL300 is a standard controller and a cornerstone of the LED display industry, renowned for its reliability, stability, and ease of use. Designed as the essential bridge between your video source and the display's receiver cards, this device ensures accurate, low-latency signal transmission. It belongs to Novastar's acclaimed MCTRL series, focused on delivering exceptional performance without additional video processing, resulting in instant content playback—ideal for live applications and professional environments where time is critical.

Capable of handling up to 1.3 million pixels, the MCTRL300 is a versatile and powerful solution for small to medium-sized display setups. Its configuration is remarkably simple thanks to its USB control interface, which allows direct communication with a computer to adjust all parameters via the NovaLCT software. This plug-and-play feature, combined with its robust construction, makes it the preferred choice for rental companies and fixed installations in advertising, retail, and control centers.

Main Features

• Processing Capacity: Supports a total capacity of up to 1.3 million pixels. It is compatible with a wide range of input resolutions, including common ones such as 1280×1024, 1024×1200, and 1920×712, with a maximum input resolution of 1920x1200 at 60Hz.
• Video and Audio Connectivity: Equipped with a standard DVI video input for connecting high-definition sources and a 3.5mm audio input for synchronizing sound with the image.
• Dual Ethernet Outputs: It has two Gigabit Ethernet port outputs that send the video signal to the receiving cards of the LED screen.
• Simple and Intuitive Control: The display setup and adjustment are easily done via a USB type B port, using Novastar's NovaLCT management software.
• Cascade Control: Multiple MCTRL300 units can be cascaded via the UART (IN/OUT) ports to unify the control of large format displays from a single computer.
• Light Sensor: Includes a dedicated interface to connect an external light sensor (not included), allowing automatic adjustment of screen brightness according to ambient light conditions, optimizing display and energy consumption.

Benefits for the Integrator and Operator

• Proven Reliability: The MCTRL300 is an industry standard, known for its stable and long-lasting operation, minimizing the risk of failure during critical events.
• Quick Installation: Thanks to its plug-and-play design and intuitive software, screen setup time is significantly reduced.
• Adaptable Flexibility: Its ability to handle various resolutions makes it suitable for a wide variety of LED screen designs, for both temporary events and permanent installations.
• Low Latency Performance: By not performing scaling or complex video processing, latency is minimal, ensuring perfect synchronization in real-time applications such as concerts or broadcasts.
• Efficient Operation: The ability to automatically adjust brightness using an external light sensor simplifies daily management and contributes to energy savings.

Use Cases

The Novastar MCTRL300 is the ideal solution for a wide range of professional applications, such as:

• Events and Rental: Its robustness and speed of assembly make it perfect for concerts, trade fairs, conferences and tours.
• Advertising and Retail: Ideal for managing digital signage displays in shopping centers, shop windows and billboards.
• Fixed Installations: Perfect for auditoriums, meeting rooms, control centers, television studios and sports venues.
• Audiovisual Productions: Used in theater stages, film and television studios for the management of LED screen backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum resolution supported by the MCTRL300?

It supports a total capacity of 1.3 million pixels and a maximum input resolution of 1920×1200@60Hz. It can handle custom configurations such as 1280×1024 or 1920×712.

Do I need special software to set it up?

Yes, it is configured using Novastar's free NovaLCT software, which connects to the MCTRL300 via the USB port.

Can I control a very large screen with multiple units?

Yes, you can cascade multiple MCTRL300s using the UART IN/OUT ports to manage a single large-format display in a synchronized manner from a single PC.

What is the light sensor interface and what is it used for?

It's a port that allows you to connect an external light sensor. This sensor measures ambient light and instructs the MCTRL300 to automatically adjust the brightness of the LED screen for optimal viewing at all times.

Project description

MCTRL300 LED Display Sending Box Controller. Supports up to 1.3 million pixels with a maximum input resolution of 1920x1200@60Hz. Features one DVI video input and one 3.5mm audio input. Outputs include two Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) ports. The control interface is a USB Type-B port for software configuration. Allows daisy-chaining of multiple units via UART IN/OUT ports. Includes an interface for an external light sensor. Powered by a 100-240V AC supply.