The NovaStar MCTRL700 is a professional LED display controller and sender box designed to drive rental and fixed-installation LED screens. It accepts HDMI 1.3 or DVI video, distributes the signal through six Gigabit Ethernet outputs, and supports a total loading capacity of up to 3.9 million pixels. The maximum input resolution is 2048 × 1152 at 60 Hz or 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz.
NovaStar MCTRL700 at a Glance
- Loading capacity: up to 3.9 million pixels across six Gigabit Ethernet outputs
- Video inputs: 1 × HDMI 1.3 and 1 × DVI
- Loop/monitor outputs: 1 × HDMI and 1 × DVI
- Maximum resolution: 2048 × 1152@60Hz or 1920 × 1200@60Hz
- Control: USB plus RS232 IN/OUT for cascading
- Typical use: rental LED walls, stages, events, sports venues, monitoring centers, and fixed LED displays
Key Features
- Six Gigabit Ethernet output ports; each port supports up to 650,000 pixels.
- One HDMI 1.3 input compliant with EIA/CEA-861 and HDCP, plus one VESA-compatible DVI input.
- Dedicated HDMI and DVI outputs for signal loop-through, cascading, or local monitoring.
- Audio input for synchronized sound in supported LED display systems.
- USB control interface for configuration with NovaLCT.
- RS232 IN and RS232 OUT interfaces allow multiple devices to be cascaded.
- Two 100 Mbps Ethernet control ports support network-based device management.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | NovaStar MCTRL700 |
|---|---|
| Controller type | LED display controller / LED sender box |
| Total loading capacity | Up to 3.9 million pixels |
| Ethernet outputs | 6 × Gigabit Ethernet; up to 650,000 pixels per port |
| Video inputs | 1 × HDMI 1.3; 1 × DVI |
| Video loop/monitor outputs | 1 × HDMI; 1 × DVI |
| Maximum input resolution | 2048 × 1152@60Hz or 1920 × 1200@60Hz |
| Control interfaces | USB, RS232 IN, RS232 OUT, 2 × 100 Mbps Ethernet |
| Power consumption | 16 W |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Operating humidity | 0% RH to 95% RH |
| Net weight | 2.9 kg |
| Included cables | 1.5 m USB cable and 1.5 m DVI cable |
Where the MCTRL700 Is Used
The MCTRL700 is suited to LED display systems that need dependable full-screen signal distribution rather than built-in video scaling. Common applications include touring and rental LED walls, live productions, conference stages, broadcast or security monitoring rooms, sports centers, and permanent commercial displays.
System Planning Notes
For correct screen mapping, calculate the total LED pixel count and the load assigned to each Ethernet output before configuration. Each output can carry up to 650,000 pixels, while the controller’s combined capacity is up to 3.9 million pixels. Use compatible NovaStar receiving cards and configure the screen through NovaLCT. If the source resolution must be scaled, switched, or composed in multiple windows, place a suitable video processor before the MCTRL700.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pixels can the NovaStar MCTRL700 control?
It supports up to 3.9 million pixels in total. Each of the six Gigabit Ethernet output ports supports up to 650,000 pixels.
Does the MCTRL700 accept HDMI input?
Yes. It has one HDMI 1.3 input with HDCP support and one DVI input. It also provides HDMI and DVI outputs for monitoring or cascading.
What is the maximum supported resolution?
The maximum input resolution is 2048 × 1152 at 60 Hz or 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz.
Is the MCTRL700 a video processor?
The MCTRL700 is primarily an LED display controller and sender box. It sends processed video to NovaStar receiving cards. For advanced scaling, seamless switching, or multi-window layouts, use a compatible LED video processor upstream.
What software is used to configure it?
NovaLCT is commonly used to configure the controller, receiving cards, cabinet mapping, and screen parameters.
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Download the NovaStar MCTRL700 specification sheet (Chinese PDF)
