NovaStar A8s-N LED Receiving Card | Capacity & Specifications
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The NovaStar A8s-N is a compact receiving card with high-density connectors, Image Booster and calibration functions. Loading depends on the driver IC, source bit depth and controller. The 512 × 384 at 60 Hz rating applies to the documented PWM-IC configurations.
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A8s-N Receiving Card for LED Displays
The NovaStar A8s-N connects to LED cabinet hub boards through high-density connectors. It supports up to 32 groups of parallel RGB data or 64 groups of serial data, expandable to 128 serial groups, with Image Booster, calibration and backup functions.
Model and document note: This listing is for A8s-N. Its retained download link below is labelled A8s and opens A8s specifications V2.1.2. The A8s-N reference values on this page are from NovaStar A8s-N specifications V1.5.0, dated June 11, 2025. Use the exact card model and applicable firmware when checking a replacement.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| PWM IC, 8-bit source | 512 × 384 |
| PWM IC, 10-bit or 12-bit source | 512 × 256 |
| Common IC, 8-bit source | 384 × 384 |
| Common IC, 10-bit or 12-bit source | 384 × 256 |
| COEX controller with 10-bit source | PWM IC: 512 × 384; common IC: 384 × 384 |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Data groups | Up to 32 parallel RGB or 64 serial; expandable to 128 serial |
| Input voltage | 3.8–5.5 V DC |
| Rated current / power consumption | 0.6 A / 3.0 W |
| Dimensions / net weight | 70.0 × 45.0 × 8.1 mm / 18.7 g per card |
| Operating conditions | −20°C to +70°C; 10–90% RH, non-condensing |
| Storage conditions | −40°C to +85°C; 0–95% RH, non-condensing |
Image Booster, HDR and Rotation
The V1.5.0 A8s-N document describes Image Booster with color management, precise grayscale and 22bit+; effects depend on the driver IC. This differs from the older listing’s 18bit+ and ClearView wording, which should not be treated as a complete description of every hardware and firmware combination.
HDR10, HLG, pixel-level brightness and chroma calibration, and dark/bright-line adjustment are documented. RGB Gamma adjustment uses NovaLCT with a supporting controller. For 3D output, use a controller that supports 3D.
Standard rotation is available in 90° increments. Free rotation at any angle requires the MCTRL R5 controller and SmartLCT software. PWM-IC low latency reduces the receiving-card stage to one frame; DCLK-continuous PWM ICs require customized firmware for that mode.
Module Service and Backup
Smart-module functions require dedicated firmware. Automatic module calibration and module Flash management require modules with flash memory. Mapping 1.1 identifies controller, Ethernet-port and receiving-card positions. Temperature, voltage and Ethernet communication monitoring support troubleshooting.
A8s-N supports dual-card and loop backup, dual configuration storage, dual program backup and dual calibration-coefficient storage. Dual-power-supply status detection monitors two supplies; it should not be read as a specification for an included power-switching device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A8s-N the same model as the A8s PDF linked here?
No. The retained PDF is for A8s V2.1.2. This product is listed as A8s-N, and the tables above identify the separate A8s-N V1.5.0 reference.
Can A8s-N load 512 × 384 with every source?
No. At 60 Hz, the general PWM-IC limit is 512 × 384 for 8-bit sources and 512 × 256 for 10-bit or 12-bit sources. The document separately permits 512 × 384 for PWM ICs with a COEX controller and a 10-bit source.
What is the limit with common driver ICs?
The general limits at 60 Hz are 384 × 384 for 8-bit and 384 × 256 for 10-bit or 12-bit sources. With COEX and a 10-bit source, the documented limit is 384 × 384.
What equipment is required for arbitrary-angle rotation?
Free image rotation requires the MCTRL R5 controller and SmartLCT software. Rotation in 90° increments is listed separately.
Does low latency require special firmware?
For DCLK-continuous PWM driver ICs, customized firmware is required. The one-frame low-latency figure refers to the receiving-card stage.
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Retained Specification Download
Original A8s specifications V2.1.2 — reference for A8s, not A8s-N
| Weight | 1 kg |
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