NovaStar MCTRL4K 4K LED Controller | HDMI, DP & Fiber
$ 2,999.00
The NovaStar MCTRL4K is a 4K LED display controller with HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2 and two dual-link DVI inputs, plus 16 Gigabit Ethernet and four optical ports. Input timing, color depth and feature settings determine the usable capacity; see the version-specific specifications below.
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NovaStar MCTRL4K 4K LED display controller
The NovaStar MCTRL4K connects HDMI, DisplayPort or dual-link DVI video sources to large LED displays. Its 16 Neutrik Gigabit Ethernet outputs and four optical ports support screen data distribution, with front-panel controls for screen setup and brightness adjustment. Dual-link DVI input supports mosaic and multi-card operating modes.
Check the specification version before planning the screen
The original downloadable Rev1.0.1 PDF lists 3840 × 2160 at 60 Hz. NovaStar’s V1.2.1 specification, dated August 22, 2024, lists up to 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz and additional operating conditions. These figures are kept separate below; match the documentation and firmware to the supplied unit before committing to an input timing.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Video connectors | 1 × HDMI 2.0; 1 × DP 1.2; 2 × dual-link DVI |
| Original Rev1.0.1 HDMI/DP limit | 3840 × 2160 at 60 Hz |
| V1.2.1 HDMI/DP, 8-bit | 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz; the video-source table specifies NVIDIA graphics-card settings |
| V1.2.1 HDMI/DP, 10-bit or 12-bit, RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 | 3840 × 1080 at 60 Hz |
| V1.2.1 higher-bit-depth 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz | HDMI: YCbCr 4:2:2 or 4:2:0; DP: YCbCr 4:2:2; NVIDIA graphics-card settings specified |
| V1.2.1 dual-link DVI video-source table | 8-bit; 3840 × 1080 at 60 Hz per input |
| V1.2.1 custom HDMI/DP dimensions | Up to 7680 pixels wide or high; examples: 7680 × 1080 or 1080 × 7680 at 60 Hz |
| Ethernet outputs | 16 × Neutrik Gigabit Ethernet |
| V1.2.1 per-port capacity | 8-bit: 650,000 pixels; 10-bit/12-bit: 320,000 pixels |
| Optical mapping | OPT1: Ethernet 1–8; OPT2: Ethernet 9–16; OPT3 backs up/duplicates OPT1; OPT4 backs up/duplicates OPT2 |
HDR, 3D and low-latency conditions
V1.2.1 documents HDR10/HLG, individual RGB gamma adjustment for 10/12-bit inputs, pixel-level brightness/chroma calibration and web configuration. HDR requires a 10-bit HDMI source and receiving cards that support HDR; it halves the loading capacity of each Ethernet port.
3D requires the EMT200 emitter and 3D glasses, halves per-port capacity and is unavailable with advanced screen configuration. Low latency supports HDMI/DP with vertical cabinet connections and input-source sync enabled, reducing the source-to-receiving-card delay to one frame. Low latency cannot be combined with 3D or GENLOCK.
The original Rev1.0.1 document states that Ethernet and optical connections cannot connect devices simultaneously. Verify the applicable firmware and routing requirements before using mixed output cabling.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power input | AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption in both reviewed specifications | 30 W; the previous listing’s 10 W entry is not supported by either document |
| Operating temperature | −20°C to +60°C |
| Dimensions, original Rev1.0.1 | 482.6 × 372 × 89 mm |
| Dimensions, V1.2.1 | 482.6 × 372.0 × 88.1 mm |
| Weight | 4.6 kg |
| V1.2.1 operating humidity | 10%–90% RH, non-condensing |
| Control interfaces | Ethernet; USB IN for PC/control cascade input; USB OUT for cascade output; GENLOCK IN/LOOP |
| V1.2.1 USB cascade limit | Up to 10 MCTRL4K units |
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Download the original specification
MCTRL4K specification — original Rev1.0.1 PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MCTRL4K support 4096 × 2160 at 60 Hz?
NovaStar V1.2.1 specifies that mode for HDMI/DP with the documented graphics-card settings and color formats. The original Rev1.0.1 download lists 3840 × 2160 at 60 Hz. Confirm the unit, firmware and input format before using the newer limit.
How many Ethernet and fiber ports does the MCTRL4K have?
It has 16 Gigabit Ethernet outputs and four optical ports. OPT1 carries Ethernet ports 1–8, OPT2 carries 9–16, and OPT3/OPT4 provide the corresponding duplicate or backup channels.
Can I use HDR without reducing the screen capacity?
V1.2.1 states that HDR halves each Ethernet port’s loading capacity. HDR requires a 10-bit HDMI input and HDR-capable receiving cards, so the screen layout must be checked with HDR enabled.
Can the MCTRL4K use 3D and low latency together?
No. V1.2.1 lists 3D and low latency as mutually exclusive. Low latency also cannot be combined with GENLOCK and requires HDMI/DP input, input-source sync and vertical cabinet connections.
Can I configure the LED screen without a PC?
The controller supports front-panel screen configuration and brightness adjustment. The front USB connector is for a USB drive; computer communication uses the rear control interfaces. Check the specification for the configuration method required by your installation.
| Weight | 12.5 kg |
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