NovaStar MCTRL4K User Manual
MCTRL4K
Independent Controller
Product Version:
V1.0.3
Document Number:
NS110100430
User Manual
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This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability,
NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice. Any
problem in use or any good suggestion, please contact us through ways provided in the document. We will
do our utmost to solve the problems and adopt the suggestions after evaluation as soon as possible.
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Change History
Version
Release Date
Description
V1.0.3
2018-02-08
HDR function is added.
V1.0.2
2017-11-16
Web control is supported.
V1.0.1
2016-10-31
Document style is updated.
V1.0.0
2016-06-06
First release
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Contents
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1 Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Storage and Transport Safety ...................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Installation and Use Safety .......................................................................................................................... 1
2 Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 3
3 Hardware Structure....................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Appearance .................................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................. 7
4 Home Screen .................................................................................................................................. 8
5 Web Control ................................................................................................................................. 10
5.1 Environment Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 10
5.2 User Interface ............................................................................................................................................ 10
6 Menu Operations ........................................................................................................................ 12
6.1 Brightness Adjustment ............................................................................................................................... 12
6.2 Input Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 12
6.2.1 Input Mode Settings ................................................................................................................................ 12
6.2.2 Input Resolution Settings ........................................................................................................................ 13
6.2.3 Ultra-High Resolution Settings ............................................................................................................... 13
6.3 Screen Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 14
6.3.1 Quick Configuration ................................................................................................................................ 14
6.3.2 Advanced Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 15
6.3.3 Image Offset ........................................................................................................................................... 15
6.4 Display Control .......................................................................................................................................... 15
6.5 Advanced Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 16
6.5.1 Mapping Function ................................................................................................................................... 16
6.5.2 Loading Cabinet Files ............................................................................................................................. 16
6.5.3 Alarm Threshold ...................................................................................................................................... 17
6.5.4 Saving to Hardware ................................................................................................................................ 17
6.5.5 Redundancy ............................................................................................................................................ 17
6.5.6 Factory Reset ......................................................................................................................................... 17
6.5.7 HDR ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
6.5.8 Hardware Version ................................................................................................................................... 18
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6.6 Communication Settings ............................................................................................................................ 18
6.7 Language ................................................................................................................................................... 18
7 Specifications ............................................................................................................................... 19
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1 Safety
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1 Safety
This chapter illustrates safety of the MCTRL4K independent controller to ensure the
product’s storage, transport, installation and use safety.
Safety instructions are applicable to all personnel who contact or use the product.
First of all, pay attention to following points.
Read through the instructions.
Retain all instructions.
Comply with all instructions.
1.1 Storage and Transport Safety
Pay attention to dust and water prevention.
Avoid long-term direct sunlight.
Do not place the product at a position near fire and heat.
Do not place the product in an area containing explosive materials.
Do not place the product in a strong electromagnetic environment.
Place the product at a stable position to prevent damage or personal injury
caused by dropping.
Save the packing box and materials which will come in handy if you ever have to
store and ship the product. For maximum protection during storage and
shipping, repack the product as it was originally packed at the factory.
1.2 Installation and Use Safety
Only trained professionals may install the product.
Plugging and unplugging operations are prohibited when the power is on.
Ensure safe grounding of the product.
Beware of electric shock hazards.
Always wear a wrist band and insulating gloves.
Do not place the product in an area having frequent or strong shake.
Perform dust removing regularly.
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Contact NovaStar for maintenance at any time, rather than have the product
disassembled and maintained by non-professionals without authorization.
Replace faulty parts only with the spare parts supplied by NovaStar.
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2 Overview
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2 Overview
The MCTRL4K is a 4K×2K independent controller developed by NovaStar. With up to
3840×2160@60Hz loading capacity of a single unit, it can support any custom
resolution within this range as required, thus meeting the on-site configuration
requirements of super-long or super-large LED displays.
In multi-card mode, the MCTRL4K can be used as two independent controllers,
making the images of two input sources perfectly displayed on the screen.
What's more, the MCTRL4K supports HDR function and can work with A8s/A10s to
greatly enhance the image quality of the screen, presenting more vivid and clearer
images.
The MCTRL4K is mainly applied to concert control centers, live events, security
monitoring, Olympic Games and various sports centers.
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