TCC160 Asynchronous LED Control and Playback
The NovaStar TCC160 integrates sending, receiving and asynchronous media playback for storefront signs, vehicle-mounted displays, community screens and lamp-post installations. Its 16 HUB75E connectors connect to LED modules, while a separate Gigabit Ethernet LED output supports cascaded receiving cards.
Programs can be published from a computer, phone or tablet, with cloud publishing and monitoring available for connected screens. Wi-Fi AP and Wi-Fi STA can operate simultaneously. The USB Type-A port supports media playback and storage expansion; the Type-B port connects to a control computer.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Single-card load with PWM driver IC | 512 × 512@60 Hz |
| Single-card load with general driver IC | 512 × 384@60 Hz |
| Single-card width / height condition | Maximum 2048 pixels wide or high; document specifies capacity not exceeding 260,000 pixels for this condition |
| Cascaded TCC160 load | Up to 650,000 pixels; maximum width/height 2048 pixels under the stated cascade condition |
| Ultra-long screen limits | Maximum width 8192 pixels or maximum height 2560 pixels; maximum 650,000 pixels per Ethernet port |
| Module data | 16 × HUB75E; up to 32 parallel RGB groups or 64 serial groups, expandable to 128 serial groups |
| Processor / system | Quad-core 1.4 GHz; Android 10.0 |
| Memory / storage | 2 GB RAM / 32 GB internal storage |
| Playback capability | 1 × 4K, 3 × 1080p, 8 × 720p, 10 × 480p or 16 × 360p videos |
| Codec limits | H.265: 4096 × 2304 at 60 fps; H.264: 4096 × 2304 at 30 fps |
| USB | 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A; 1 × USB Type-B; FAT32; maximum 4 GB per file; storage expansion up to 128 GB |
| Ethernet ports | Gigabit LED Out for receiving cards; Fast Ethernet for network/control computer |
| Audio / sensors | Stereo audio output; 2 × RS485 connectors |
| 4G | Optional module; not included with the device |
| Power input / maximum consumption | 5–12 V / 12 W |
| Dimensions / net weight | 180.9 × 102.3 × 19.4 mm / 149.6 g |
| Operating environment | −40°C to +80°C; 0%–80% RH, non-condensing |
Loading and Synchronization Conditions
The linked document gives driver-specific rectangular loads and separately states a 260,000-pixel ceiling for its single-card 2048-pixel width/height condition. These figures are reproduced as separate conditions rather than combined into one rating. For an unusual screen shape, confirm the driver IC, receiving-card layout and applicable firmware configuration.
Synchronous playback across multiple screens halves the device decoding capability. The specification lists NTP and GPS synchronization, but marks the UART connection for a third-party GPS module as a function to be implemented in future updates. Confirm firmware support before relying on that UART feature.
Receiving functions include color management, 18bit+, RGB Gamma adjustment, 90° rotation, temperature/voltage monitoring and dual program backup. The one-frame receiving-end low-latency feature is off by default and requires modules with driver ICs that have built-in RAM. Multifunction cards cannot connect to the LED Out port.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum single-card load of TCC160?
The linked V1.0.1 specification lists 512 × 512 at 60 Hz with PWM driver ICs and 512 × 384 at 60 Hz with general driver ICs. It separately states a 260,000-pixel condition for maximum width or height of 2048 pixels; check the intended layout against those conditions.
Does TCC160 include a 4G module?
No. The specification states that the TCC160 ships without a 4G module. Purchase a compatible module separately if cellular connectivity is required.
What happens to playback capacity when synchronization is enabled?
The specification states that synchronous playback across multiple screens halves the decoding capability. Account for this when planning the number and resolution of simultaneous video files.
Can I connect a third-party GPS module to the UART port?
V1.0.1 marks third-party GPS positioning and synchronization through UART as a future-update function. Confirm that the installed firmware supports it before including it in the system design.
What are the USB storage limits?
The USB Type-A port supports FAT32, a maximum single-file size of 4 GB and storage expansion up to 128 GB. The separate Type-B port is for connection to the control computer.
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NovaStar TCC160 Asynchronous Full-Color LED Display Control Card Specification





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