NovaStar VX400 Pro

NovaStar VX400 Pro is a powerful all-in-one LED display controller designed for small-to-medium-sized LED screens. With support for 4K×2K@60Hz input resolution, up to 6 layers, and advanced video processing, the VX400 Pro is perfect for controlling ultra-wide and ultra-high LED displays. Featuring 4 Ethernet ports and an HDMI 2.0 input, this controller offers zero-frame latency in ByPass mode, ensuring real-time performance for demanding live applications.

Key Features

✅ Multiple Input Connectors:

• 1x HDMI 2.0 (IN & LOOP)
• 2x HDMI 1.3
• 1x 3G-SDI (IN & LOOP)
• 1x 10G optical fiber port (OPT 1)
• 1x USB 3.0 (supports USB playback)

✅ Output Connectors:

• 4x Gigabit Ethernet ports (Max. 2.6 million pixels, width: 10,240 pixels, height: 8,192 pixels)
• 2x Fiber outputs (OPT 1 & OPT 2 for copy or backup)
• 1x HDMI 1.3 (monitoring display, 1920×1080@60Hz)
• 1x 3D connector (supports third-party 3D emitter)

✅ Audio Input and Output:

• HDMI audio input
• Independent 3.5 mm audio input/output
• Adjustable output volume

✅ Performance:

• Maximum input resolution: 4096×2160@60Hz (HDMI 2.0)
• Supports 8/10/12-bit video inputs and RGB 4:4:4/YCbCr 4:4:4/4:2:2 color formats
• Zero-frame latency with low latency and ByPass mode enabled
• Output synchronization using an internal input source
• Pixel-level brightness and chroma calibration for enhanced image consistency

✅ Flexible Screen Configuration:

• Up to 6 layers with adjustable size, position, priority, and aspect ratio
• Easy preset saving and loading (up to 256 presets)
• Personalized image scaling: Full screen, Pixel-to-Pixel, Custom

✅ Control Options:

• Front panel knob, NovaLCT software, Unico web page, and VICP app

✅ Additional Features:

• USB playback (Plug-and-play with JPEG, PNG, BMP, MP4 formats)
• End-to-end backup between devices, input sources, and Ethernet ports
• Data saving after power failure

Comparison: NovaStar VX400 Pro vs. NovaStar VX400

Feature	VX400 Pro	VX400
Maximum Input Resolution	4096×2160@60Hz (HDMI 2.0)	1920×1200@60Hz (HDMI 1.3)
HDMI Input	HDMI 2.0 & HDMI 1.3	HDMI 1.3 & DVI
Number of Layers	6 layers	2 layers
USB Playback	Supported (USB 3.0, plug-and-play)	Not supported
Low Latency	0-frame delay (ByPass mode)	20 lines (ByPass mode)
3D Support	Third-party 3D emitter (via dedicated 3D connector)	Not supported
Preset Storage	Up to 256 presets	Up to 10 presets
Control Options	Front panel, NovaLCT, Unico web page, VICP app	Front panel, NovaLCT, V-Can software
OPT 1 Fiber Port	Self-adaptive (input or output)	Self-adaptive (input or output)
Output Capacity	2.6 million pixels	2.6 million pixels
Power Consumption	41W	35W
Weight	3.8 kg	4 kg

Key Differences:

• HDMI 2.0 Input: The VX400 Pro’s HDMI 2.0 input allows for 4096×2160@60Hz video signals, offering higher resolution and frame rates compared to the VX400’s HDMI 1.3 input with a maximum of 1920×1200@60Hz.
• More Layers: VX400 Pro supports up to 6 layers, while the VX400 supports only 2 layers, allowing for more sophisticated visual compositions.
• USB Playback: The VX400 Pro includes a USB 3.0 port that supports plug-and-play media playback, which is not available in the VX400.
• Enhanced Low Latency: The VX400 Pro achieves 0-frame latency in ByPass mode, compared to 20 lines for the VX400.
• Expanded Preset Storage: Store up to 256 presets on the VX400 Pro, compared to 10 presets on the VX400.
• 3D Support: VX400 Pro supports third-party 3D emitters, enhancing compatibility for immersive applications.

Downloads

• VX400 Pro Specification