NovaStar H Series Video Wall Splicers | H2, H5, H9, H15, H20
Modular NovaStar H Series video wall splicers combine input processing, multi-screen layouts and configurable video or LED sending outputs.
Listed price configuration: one host chassis, one H_1xHDMI 2.0 input card and one H_16xRJ45+2xfiber sending card. Contact sales for the selected chassis and other configurations. Maximum chassis capacities require the appropriate additional cards.
NovaStar H Series Modular Video Wall Splicers
The H Series uses a modular FPGA architecture for fine-pitch LED displays and multi-screen installations. Choose input and output cards for the required signal paths: a system can combine video processing with LED sending, or operate as a video wall splicing processor with video outputs.
Web control supports Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Linux, including multi-user operation. Screen layouts can use layers, backgrounds, OSD and input-source cropping. Monitoring, EDID management, presets and hot-swappable cards support configuration and maintenance.
Choose the Chassis and Sending Card Together
The comparison below covers standard H2, H5, H9, H15 and H20 chassis. Channel counts and pixel capacities are maximum configurations, not the quantity of interfaces or cards included in the listed price. H9 Enhanced and H15 Enhanced have different configuration limits and are not substituted for the standard versions here.
| Model | Rack size | Max. input cards / channels | Max. output cards / channels | H_16xRJ45+2xfiber loading | H_20xRJ45 loading |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H2 | 2U | 4 / 16 | 2 / 8 | 20.8 million pixels | 26 million pixels |
| H5 | 5U | 10 / 40 | 3 / 12 | 31.2 million pixels | 39 million pixels |
| H9 | 9U | 15 / 60 | 5 / 20 | 52 million pixels | 65 million pixels |
| H15 | 15U | 30 / 120 | 10 / 40 | 104 million pixels | 130 million pixels |
| H20 | 20U | 40 / 160 | 20 / 80 | 208 million pixels | 260 million pixels |
H20 capacity clarification: the previous listing placed 260 million pixels under H_16xRJ45+2xfiber. The H20 V1.6.0 specification lists 208 million pixels with that card and 260 million pixels with H_20xRJ45. These values describe different sending-card configurations.
Reference editions: H2/H5/H9 V1.15.0 dated June 20, 2025; H20 V1.6.0 dated June 20, 2025; H15 V1.15.0 dated May 30, 2026. The original H9 and H15 download links were retained even though direct retrieval timed out; their manufacturer documents were used for verification.
What the Listed Configuration Includes
The existing price basis is one chassis, one H_1xHDMI 2.0 input card and one H_16xRJ45+2xfiber sending card. Confirm the selected chassis, required card quantities and any optical modules or redundant power supplies in the quotation.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Maximum card load | 10,400,000 pixels; maximum width or height 10,240 pixels, subject to total load |
| Ethernet outputs | 16 × Gigabit RJ45; up to 650,000 pixels per port at 8-bit or 320,000 pixels at 10-bit |
| Optical outputs | 2 × OPT; OPT1 copies Ethernet ports 1–8 and OPT2 copies ports 9–16 |
| Card space | Occupies two slots |
| Optical modules | Ordered or purchased separately according to the referenced card specification |
The original page listed input examples of four 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz channels, two 3840 × 1080 at 60 Hz channels or one 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz channel. Actual input capacity depends on the fitted card and revision. The newer referenced documents include additional card arrangements; these are options, not automatic upgrades to the quoted HDMI card.
Dimensions and Power Configuration
| Model | Dimensions, mm | Net chassis weight |
|---|---|---|
| H2 | 482.6 × 529.8 × 88.1 | 11 kg |
| H5 | 482.6 × 532.8 × 228.2 | 17 kg |
| H9 | 482.6 × 533.0 × 405.8 | 27.2 kg |
| H15 | 482.6 × 683.0 × 533.0 | 41.1 kg |
| H20 | 482.6 × 533.0 × 905.2 | 47.7 kg |
Operating range is 0–45°C and 0–80% RH, non-condensing. Storage range is −10°C to +60°C and 0–95% RH, non-condensing. Chassis weights exclude installed cards.
All five models use 100–240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. H2 is listed at 4.0 A; the other four models are listed at 10 A–5 A. The earlier blanket statement about dual-power backup does not describe every model: H5 and H9 have one standard supply with an optional redundant supply; H15 has two standard supplies and two optional redundant supplies; H20 has three standard supplies and one optional redundant supply. Confirm the required power configuration before ordering.
Planning Screens and Signal Paths
Select source interfaces, input timing, color depth and output cards as a complete signal path. Support for 10-bit processing or 4K sources does not mean every card supports every 4K timing and sampling format. For example, the referenced HDMI 2.0 format tables separate 10-bit RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 limits from 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 limits.
Use the card-specific specification for IP inputs, optical transport and monitoring. Optional preview hardware may be needed for input/output monitoring. Sending-card types also have compatibility restrictions: the referenced H_4xfiber sending card cannot be combined with H_20xRJ45 or H_16xRJ45+2xfiber cards to load the same screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose between H2, H5, H9, H15 and H20?
Start with the number and type of input sources, required video outputs or LED pixel load, layer requirements and rack space. Use the standard-chassis comparison above, then select the actual cards. Enhanced chassis versions must be specified separately.
Does the listed price include a fully populated chassis?
No. The existing price basis is one host chassis, one H_1xHDMI 2.0 input card and one H_16xRJ45+2xfiber sending card. Other cards, quantities and configurations require a specific quotation.
What is the H20 maximum capacity with the 16-port sending card?
The referenced H20 specification lists 208 million pixels with H_16xRJ45+2xfiber sending cards. Its 260-million-pixel figure applies to H_20xRJ45 sending cards. Both describe maximum chassis configurations, not a single supplied card.
Are redundant power supplies standard on every H Series model?
No. The documented standard and optional power configurations differ by chassis. H5/H9 redundancy is optional; H15 and H20 require their specified standard supplies, with additional redundant supplies available separately.
Can I control an H Series splicer from a web browser?
Yes. The series provides browser-based control across Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and Linux. Supported functions depend on firmware and installed cards; consult the model specification and user manual for the chosen configuration.
Original Product Video, Images and Diagrams
Specifications and Manuals
Novastar H2 Video Wall Splicer Specification
Novastar H5 Video Wall Splicer Specification
Novastar H9 Video Wall Splicer Specification
Novastar H15 Video Wall Splicer Specification
Novastar H20 Video Wall Splicer Specification
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