VX600 All in One Controller
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Specifications
Model: VX600 All-in-One Controller
Certifications: CE, CB, UL, CMIM, EAC, FCC, IC,
RCM, UKCA, KC
Product Information
The VX600 All-in-One Controller is designed to provide powerful
video processing and sending capabilities. It can be used in
various applications such as medium and high-end rental, stage
control systems, and fine-pitch LED screens. The device can work
with NovaStar’s NovaLCT and V-Can software for operations and
control.
Features
- Input Connectors:
- 1x HDMI 1.3 (IN & LOOP)
- 1x HDMI 1.3
- 1x DVI (IN & LOOP)
- 1x 3G-SDI (IN & LOOP)
- 1x 10G optical fiber port (OPT1)
- Output Connectors:
- 6x Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 2x Fiber outputs (OPT 1 & OPT 2)
- 1x HDMI 1.3
- Audio:
- Audio input with HDMI source
- Audio output via a multifunction card with volume
adjustment
- Other Features:
- Self-adaptive design for OPT 1
- Low latency function
- Adjustable layers and output synchronization
- Powerful video processing based on SuperView III
Usage Instructions
Connection Setup:
- Connect the input sources (HDMI, DVI, SDI) to the corresponding
input connectors on the VX600. - Connect the output devices (Ethernet ports, Fiber outputs) to
the desired display units. - Adjust audio input/output settings as needed.
Configuration:
- Use NovaLCT and V-Can software for screen configuration, layer
management, preset management, etc. - Adjust layer size, position, and priority for customized
output. - Synchronize output images using internal or external sync
sources for cascaded units.
FAQ
Q: Can I use OPT 1 as both an input and output connector?
A: Yes, OPT 1 on the VX600 is self-adaptive and can be used as
either an input or output connector based on the connected
device.
Q: What is the maximum resolution supported by the VX600?
A: The VX600 can drive up to 3.9 million pixels with a maximum
width of 10,240 pixels and a maximum height of 8192 pixels.
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VX600
All-in-One Controller
Specifications
VX600 All-in-One Controller Specifications
Change History
Document Version Release Date Description
V1.7.1 V1.7.0 V1.6.1 V1.6.0
2025-04-28 2024-07-08 2024-01-29 2023-11-09
Optimized the content. Added the description of the function limitations. Updated the rated power consumption information. Updated the product rear panel picture. Updated the current information.
Updated the certification information.
V1.5.1
2023-08-08
Updated the dimension picture.
V1.5.0
2023-05-06
Updated the rear panel picture.
V1.4.0
2022-12-15
Added a light sensor connector on the rear panel.
V1.3.1
2022-10-24
Optimized the descriptions of the DVI and HDMI connectors. Added descriptions for optical module selection.
V1.3.0 V1.2.1
V1.2.0
2022-07-30 2022-02-18
2021-09-16
Updated the rear panel picture. Updated the certifications. Added the Notes and Cautions section. Updated the packaging descriptions.
V1.1.0
2021-06-18
Updated the device rear panel silkscreen markings.
V1.0.0
2021-05-30
First release
Introduction
The VX600 is NovaStar’s new all-in-one controller that integrates video processing and video control into one box. It features 6 Ethernet ports and supports video controller, fiber converter and Bypass working modes. A VX600 unit can drive up to 3.9 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 screens. The VX600 is capable of receiving a variety of video signals and processing high-resolution images. In addition, the device features stepless output scaling, low latency, pixel-level brightness and chroma calibration and more, to present you with an excellent image display experience.
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What’s more, the VX600 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 VX600 can be widely used in applications such as medium and high-end rental, stage control systems and fine-pitch LED screens.
Certifications
CE, CB, UL, CMIM, EAC, FCC, IC, RCM, UKCA, KC 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 1.3 (IN & LOOP) – 1x HDMI 1.3 – 1x DVI (IN & LOOP) – 1x 3G-SDI (IN & LOOP) – 1x 10G optical fiber port (OPT1)
Output connectors – 6x Gigabit Ethernet ports A single device unit drives up to 3.9 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 6 Ethernet ports. OPT 2 copies or backs up the output on 6 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.
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Audio input and output – Audio input accompanied with HDMI input source – 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
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– Load a preset by simply pressing one button
Multiple kinds of hot backup – Backup between devices – Backup between Ethernet ports – Backup between input sources
Mosaic input source supported The mosaic source is composed of two sources (2K×1K@60Hz) accessed to the OPT 1.
Up to 4 units cascaded for image mosaic Three working modes
– Video Controller – Fiber Converter – Bypass
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All-round color adjustment
Input source and LED screen color adjustment supported, including brightness, contrast, saturation, hue and Gamma Pixel level brightness and chroma calibration
Work with NovaLCT and NovaStar calibration software to support brightness and chroma calibration on each LED, effectively removing color discrepancies and greatly improving 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.
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Table 1-1 Function limitations
Function
Limitation
Mutually Exclusive Function
Low Latency
All cabinets loaded by Ethernet ports must be aligned at the top of the circumscribed rectangle.
Genlock: When the device works as a video controller, the low latency and Genlock are not exclusive. When the device works in ByPass mode, the two functions cannot be enabled simultaneously.
Genlock
Mosaic Image Mosaic Main Layer Transition Effect ByPass Mode
N/A
Low latency: When the
device works as a video
controller, the low
latency and Genlock are
not exclusive. When the
device works in ByPass
mode, the two functions
cannot be enabled
simultaneously.
Only the main layer can use the mosaic source.
PIP layer
When the main layer uses the mosaic source, the PIP layers
cannot be opened.
After the image mosaic function is turned on, the full screen N/A scaling and pixel-to-pixel display of the layer are unavailable.
When the PIP layer is opened, the fade effect is unavailable.
N/A
When the main layer uses the mosaic source, the fade effect is
unavailable.
When the device works as an independent LED display controller, N/A the video processing function is unavailable.
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Appearance
Front Panel
VX600 All-in-One Controller Specifications
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.
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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.
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Input
source Show the input source status and switch the layer input source.
buttons
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.
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Shortcut function PRESET: Access the preset settings menu.
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No.
Area
buttons
Function
TEST: Access the test pattern menu. Freeze: Freeze the output image. FN: A customizable button
Note: Hold down the knob and ESC button simultaneously for 3s or longer to lock or unlock the front panel buttons.
Rear Panel
Input Connectors
Connector
Qty Description
3G-SDI HDMI 1.3 DVI
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 through output supported
DOES NOT support input resolution and bit depth settings.
2
Max. input resolution: 1920×1200@60Hz
HDCP 1.4 compliant
Custom resolutions supported
– Max. width: 3840 (3840×648@60Hz)
– Max. height: 2784 (800×2784@60Hz)
– Forced inputs supported: 600×3840@60Hz
Loop through output supported on HDMI 1.3-1
DOES NOT support interlaced signal inputs
1
Max. input resolution: 1920×1200@60Hz
HDCP 1.4 compliant
Custom resolutions supported
– Max. width: 3840 (3840×648@60Hz)
– Max. height: 2784 (800×2784@60Hz)
– Forced inputs supported: 600×3840@60Hz
Loop through output supported
DOES NOT support interlaced signal inputs
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Output Connectors
Connector
Qty Description
Ethernet ports 6
HDMI 1.3
1
Gigabit Ethernet ports Max. loading capacity: 3.9 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
Support monitor and video output modes. The output resolution is adjustable.
Optical Fiber Ports
Connector
Qty Description
OPT
2
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 Pixelhue 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 6 Ethernet ports.
Single mode OPT module description: OPT fiber selection:
Hot swappable
Model: OS1/OS2
Transmission rate: 9.95 Gbit/s to 11.3 Transmission mode: Single-mode
Gbit/s
twin-core
Wavelength: 1310 nm
Cable diameter: 9/125 m
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Transmission distance: 10 km
Connector type: LC Insertion loss: 0.3 dB Return loss: 45 dB
Control Connectors
Multi-mode OPT module description: OPT fiber selection:
Hot swappable
Model: OM3/OM4
Transmission rate: 9.95 Gbit/s to 11.3 Transmission mode: Multi-mode
Gbit/s
twin-core
Wavelength: 850 nm Transmission distance: 300 m
Cable diameter: 50/125 m Connector type: LC
Insertion loss: 0.2 dB Return loss: 45 dB
Connector
Qty Description
ETHERNET USB
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
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 LOOP
IN- 1
Connect to an external sync signal. IN: Accept the sync signal. LOOP: Loop through the sync signal.
LIGHT SENSOR 1
Connect to a light sensor to collect the ambient brightness, allowing for automatic screen brightness adjustment.
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Note: Only the main layer can use the mosaic source. When the main layer uses the mosaic source, PIP 1 and 2 cannot be opened.
Applications
Dimensions
The VX600 provides the flight case or carton packaging. This section provides the dimensions of the device, flight case and carton, respectively.
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Device
VX600 All-in-One Controller Specifications
Packaging
Flight Case
Tolerance: ±0.3 Unit: mm
Tolerance: ±5
Unit: mm
Note: For the detailed flight case drawings, please contact NovaStar’s technical support staff.
Carton
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Tolerance: ±5
Unit: mm
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Specifications
Electrical Parameters
Power connector 100240V~, 1.5A, 50/60Hz
Rated
power 35 W
consumption
Operating Environment
Temperature Humidity
10°C to 45°C 20% RH to 90% RH, non-condensing
Storage Environment
Temperature Humidity
20°C to +70°C 10% RH to 95% RH, non-condensing
Physical Specifications
Dimensions Net weight
483.6 mm × 351.2 mm × 50.1 mm 4 kg
Packing Information
Accessories
Flight Case
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
Carton
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 × 102.0 mm × 517.0 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)
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Video Source Features
Input Connectors Bit Depth
HDMI 1.3 DVI OPT 1
8-bit RGB 4:4:4 YCbCr 4:4:4 YCbCr 4:2:2
Max. Input Resolution
1920×1200@60Hz (Standard) 3840×648@60Hz (Custom) 600×3840@60Hz (Forced)
YCbCr 4:2:0
Not supported
10-bit
Not supported
3G-SDI
12-bit
Not supported
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.
Notes and Cautions
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 following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 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.
Others
This is Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Documents / Resources
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NOVASTAR VX600 All in One Controller [pdf] Owner's Manual VX600 All in One Controller, VX600, All in One Controller, Controller |