VX Pro Series

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Device Settings

• 1.1. Hardware Connection
• 1.2. Device Communication Setting

2

Unico Config

• 2.1. VX Pro Upgrade
• 2.2. Device Management
• 2.3. Cabinet Configuration
• 2.4. Screen Connection
• 2.5. Screen Settings
• 2.6. Programming

3

Additional Features

• 3.1. Brightness Setting
• 3.2. Backup Setting
• 3.3. Bright&Dark Line Adjustment
• 3.4. Export/Import Projects
• 3.5. Device Discovery
• 3.6. Export Logs

1. Device Settings

1.1. Hardware Connection

This section details the physical connection process, including power, video inputs/outputs, and control interfaces.

Preparation

• Confirm all package contents, including the device, power cord, and video cables (e.g., HDMI, DP).
• Gather necessary tools, such as a screwdriver or network cable.

Connection Steps

• Power Connection: Connect the provided power cord to the device's power input and plug it into a power outlet.
• Video Input Connection:
  • Connect the HDMI/DP/DVI output from your video source (e.g., a computer, media player) to the processor's input ports using the appropriate cables.
  • ❗ Warning: Ensure the input signal resolution and refresh rate are within the device's supported range.
• Video Output Connection:
  • Connect the processor's output ports (typically RJ45) to the cabinets.
• Control Connection:
  • LAN cable connection (the most recommended): Use a network cable to connect the device's RJ45 control port to your computer's network port for software control.
  • ❗ Warning: USB cable connection.

Hardware connection

1.2. Device Communication Setting

The Unico software is installed on the control computer. The control computer can connect to the device in the following two ways:

• Via Ethernet cable: Connect the device and the control PC directly via Ethernet cable and set a static IP address for the device to let it and the control PC be on the same network segment.
• Via LAN: Connect the device and the control PC to the same LAN to ensure that both of them are on the same network segment.

The default IP of VX Pro is 192.168.0.10, so the control PC IP needs to be set as 192.168.0.xx like the following demonstration shown.

Device communication setting

2. Unico Config

2.1. VX Pro Upgrade

In the menu bar, navigate to Tools > Maintain. Select the Device tab and the target devices, and then do the following as required.

Tools > Maintain

Update

Update

⚠️ Note: During the update process, power-off and all operations are NOT allowed.

• Step 1: Click Update.
• Step 2: In the pop-up dialog box, select the update file (.img) and click OK.
• Step 3: Confirm the devices to be updated, and click the Update button.
• Step 4: In the pop-up dialog box, click Yes and wait until the update completes.
• Step 5: After the upgrade completes, click OK.

Restart

Click Restart. In the displayed dialog box, click Yes to restart the device.

Restart

2.2. Device Management

Enter Device Configuration Page (VX400Pro as an example)

Device configuration page

Double click the image of the device front panel or click Enter on the right to enter the device configuration page.

Configure Device Properties

Device properties

Select the device on the left side of the device configuration interface and then configure the device-related properties on the right pane. On the left side, users can have the following operations:

1. Rename device
2. Configure IP address
3. Configure Sync source: Select a sync signal to synchronize all the cascaded device units or synchronize the primary and backup devices to display the output images of all the units in sync.

Sync source

Sync source configuration

4. Configure HDCP: High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a form of digital copy protection to prevent copying of digital audio and video content as it travels across connections. When the accessed input source is an HDCP-encrypted one, you need to turn on this function to enable the device to transmit and process the source.
5. Date and Time: Configure the time zone, date and time of the device. Click Edit and the parameters become editable. Set the time zone, date and time respectively, and then click Apply.

Date and Time

6. Reset to Factory Settings: Reset the device data and settings to factory default values.
   • Please do this with great caution.
   • The reset action does not affect the device firmware version.
   • Power-off is not allowed during the reset process.
   • The device will restart automatically after the reset is completed.
7. Standby Mode: Enabling standby mode can effectively reduce energy consumption caused by screen heat generation. Once the standby mode is enabled, the output image will go black and the output volume will be adjusted to 0. The device LCD screen will also be locked, while other parameters remain unchanged.

Standby Mode

8. Restart Device: Click Restart, and then click Yes in the displayed dialog box.

Configure Input Properties

Click the target input connector on the graphical device rear panel and then set the input related properties in the property area on the right pane.

Input properties

(1) View Input Source Info

View the basic properties of the input connector and change the input connector name.

(2) View OPT Source Info

View the basic properties of the OPT source and change the OPT port name.

• The device working mode is set to Video Controller.
• OPT 1 and OPT 2 is connected to the OPT ports on the front-end video processor via optical fiber cables. Additionally, a fine signal is connected to the front-end device.
• Each OPT support the transmission of 1x DL or 2x SL sources.

OPT source info

(3) Set Input Connector Capacity

Switch the input connector capacity as desired.

⚠️ Note: When a connector is configured for hot backup, you can no longer switch its capacity.

Input connector capacity

(4) Configure InfoFrame Override Parameters

Configure the InfoFrame override parameters of the input source, so that the device can use it when doing some calculations. This action does not change the parameter values that come with the input source.

InfoFrame override

InfoFrame override parameters

(5) Set HDR

HDR is the abbreviation for High-Dynamic Range. HDR function can greatly enhance the display image quality, allowing for a more clear and vivid image when the device is used together with the specified receiving cards.

⚠️ Note: Only VX2000Pro can be applied.

Prerequisites

• Use the layer 1 source as an HDR source.
• An HDR source (HDR10/HLG standard) must be used to realize optimal HDR effect.

Notes

• An HDR source can be connected to the HDMI 2.0 or 12G-SDI connector only.
• The HDR and 3D functions cannot be used together.
• Using the HDR function paired with receiving cards of different models will reduce the device loading capacity by half or quarter because the HDR input source is 10-bit. Please work out a connection solution in advance.

HDR settings

After the HDR source parameters are successfully set, you need to adjust EOTF.

⚠️ Note: When you enable the HDR function, the receiving card supporting this function should be used together. For the specified receiving card model and related information, please refer to our official website (www.novastar.tech).

(6) Configure EDID

Configure the resolution and frame rate of the input. You can select the standard resolution provided by the device, customize a resolution, or set the advanced parameters.

Configure EDID

EDID settings

EDID advanced parameters

(7) Configure Compatibility with Mac

When the device is incompatible with the EDID of a Mac system, you may activate this feature to resolve the issue.

Configure Output Properties

(1) Set OPT Ports: Set the OPT working mode and loop mode.

Prerequisites: The device working mode is set to Video Controller.

OPT working mode

OPT loop mode

OPT ports

⚠️ Note:

• After the OPT working mode is set to Copy, the OPT ports on the graphical device panel will be highlighted.
• After the OPT working mode is set to Backup, the backup icons will be displayed at the bottom right corner of the OPT ports on the graphical device panel.

OPT backup icons

(2) Set Monitoring

Real-time display of the output image via the monitor connected is supported. You can monitor whether the output is normal and adjust the display ratio of the monitoring image on the monitor to avoid image distortion.

⚠️ Note:

• When you enable the loading capacity expansion of 2.6 million pixels, monitoring settings are not allowed.
• Only the VX2000 Pro supports the setting of the monitoring image definition.

Monitoring

Click the Monitor connector on the device rear panel, and then set the following parameters.

Monitoring parameters

2.3. Cabinet Configuration

2.3.1. Configure Cabinet Properties

View Cabinet Library

View the online cabinets or cabinet configuration files in the cabinet library. Click New to upload the cabinet file to the local pack or device pack, or add the virtual cabinet to the local pack. For detailed operations, please refer to Manage Cabinet Library.

2.3.2. Change Cabinet Resolutions and View Cabinet Info

2.3.3. Configure Empty Cabinets

Operation Procedure

• Step 1: Click Screen at the top of the page to enter the screen configuration page.
• Step 2: Select the desired screen from the screen list on the left.
• Step 3: In the function bar, click and then click Add Cabinet in the popup window.
• Step 4: Select the desired cabinet existing in the cabinet library from the drop-down list below Select Cabinet.
• Step 5: (Optional) If no cabinet configuration files (.rcfgx) are imported to the cabinet library, you can set the width and height for the empty cabinet.
• Step 6: Set the rows and columns of cabinets. After settings are done, click OK to confirm.
• Step 7: In the topology area, click the left mouse button to add cabinets with the set rows and columns.
• Step 8: Select the desired Ethernet port and drag or click the mouse in the empty cabinets to complete the wiring.
• Step 9: Select other Ethernet ports and continue wiring until all cabinets are connected.
• Step 10: Connect the on-site cabinets based on the configured topology.

⚠️ Note: When configuring the empty cabinet, you can leave the desired cabinet without wiring as shown below based on the on-site screen loading requirements.

2.3.4. Maintain Cabinets

In the menu bar, navigate to Tools > Maintain. Select the Cabinet tab and the target cabinets, and then do the following as required.

Maintain Cabinets

View the cabinet online status, cabinet manufacture, cabinet model, receiving card model, receiving card firmware, associated device, card (only applicable for card-based device), device IP and cabinet position.

View Receiving Card Firmware Information

• Click Details to view the FPGA and MCU versions of the receiving card.

Receiving card firmware

Cabinet Painter

• Click Cabinet Painter and select one or more cabinets so that other cabinets can have the same firmware program and configuration file as the selected cabinet.

Cabinet Painter

Update Cabinet Configuration Files

• Select one or multiple cabinets, then click Update.
• Select the desired update method in the pop-up window:
  • Cabinet Library: Click Import to upload a NCP / rcfgx file. You can select the import objects (multiple selections are possible) from local pack or Device pack. Then select the imported NCP / rcfgx file and click Update.
  • Firmware Program: Update the firmware of receiving card in image format, and then click Update.
  • Configuration File: Upload a NCP / rcfgx file, and then click Update.
  • Image Quality File: Import an adjustment parameters of the image quality. Upload a file in vglcx format, and then click Update.

⚠️ Note: The supported cabinet update method depends on the receiving card model.

Update cabinet configuration

Refresh and Restart

• Restart Cabinet: Click Restart. In the pop-up dialog box, click OK to restart the cabinet.
• Refresh Cabinet Info: Click Refresh to refresh the cabinet information.

Refresh and Restart

2.4. Screen Connection

Configure Screen Topology

Configure the cabinet topology to complete the wiring connections of the physical or empty cabinets.

Operation Procedure

• Step 1: Click Screen at the top of the page to enter the screen configuration page.
• Step 2: Select the desired screen from the screen list on the left.
• Step 3: In the Ethernet Port List area, select an Ethernet port and then drag and click the mouse in the topology area to add cabinets.
• Step 4: Select other Ethernet ports and continue to add cabinets until all cabinets are connected.
• Step 5: For cabinets that have the same size and consecutive serial numbers, if you want to change the cabinet connection topology, select the cabinets and then select a quick topology under Quick topo in the properties area. For other cabinets, skip this step.
• Step 6: Do any of the following to arrange and align the cabinets and cabinet groups to let the cabinet positions meet the display requirements.

Screen topology

Cabinet alignment

2.5. Screen Settings

2.5.1. Configure Screen Properties

Set the screen-related properties in the property area on the right pane.

Screen properties

2.5.2. Configure Low Latency

When the input source travels from where it comes to the processing device, sending device and then the receiving card, latency exists inevitably. Turning on this function can effectively help to reduce the latency from the input to output.

⚠️ Note: All cabinets loaded by Ethernet ports must be aligned at the top of the circumscribed rectangle.

On the Basic tab interface, configure the following parameters.

Low latency

2.5.3. Set Canvas Size

Canvas size

2.5.4. Configure Test Patterns

Test patterns are used to check the connection relation between the output connectors and the screen, and check whether the screen display is good.

Test patterns

2.5.5. Configure Output Color

Output color

Adjust Image Quality

Adjust Brightness and Gamma

Adjust the Gamma value and brightness of the output to enhance the overall image quality of the LED screen.

Brightness and Gamma

Set LED Image Booster

Applicable Products: VX400 Pro, VX600 Pro, VX1000 Pro, VX2000 Pro

LED Image Booster

Adjust EOTF

Applicable Products: VX2000 Pro

Adjust EOTF

EOTF settings

Adjust Output

Set Output Bit Depth

Applicable Products: VX2000 Pro. When you use the HDR function, setting output bit depth to 10bit is required to achieve optimal display effect.

Output bit depth

Configure 3D

Prerequisites

• Video source format: Side-by-side, top-and-bottom or frame sequential.
• When paired with the EMT200 Pro, it is recommended to use a 3D source of 60Hz to enjoy an optimal experience.

Notes

• When the 3D function is enabled and the video source format is Side-by-Side or Top-and-Bottom, the device output capacity will be halved.
• When the 3D function is enabled and the video source format is Frame Sequential, you need to manually set the output frame rate which must be the same as the input frame rate.
• The 3D function and input cropping cannot be enabled at the same time.
• After enabling the 3D function on the Screen Settings page, 3D switches of all the layers will be toggled on. If you want to use a 2D layer, please toggle off the 3D switch of the desired layer in the property area of the Programming page.
• The 3D effect follows the layer. The output area where a 3D layer is located always displays the 3D effect.

3D settings

3D configuration

Check Load

Check the capacity usage of each Ethernet port of the device.

Check load

2.6. Programming

Add Layers

Make sure the device is in Video Controller mode before adding layers. The maximum number of layers that can be added depends on the connected device.

Add layers

Layers

Configure Video Source Properties

Mosaic Source Settings

Both HDMI and OPT sources support mosaicing.

View Mosaic Source Info

Applicable Products: VX2000 Pro. Prerequisites: A mosaic source has been configured and its signal is fine.

Mosaic source info

Configure Mosaic Sources

Configure mosaic sources

Mosaic source settings

Configure USB Source Properties

Select a USB source in the input list and configure relevant properties on the USB Playback Settings tab interface. The models of devices that support USB playback and the corresponding output resolutions for USB sources are listed below.

USB source properties

Play USB Files

The U-DISK connector on the front panel is inserted with a USB drive which is successfully identified.

Play USB files

Configure Playback Parameters

Prerequisites: The U-DISK connector on the front panel is inserted with a USB drive which is successfully identified.

Notes

• Single-partition USB drive supported.
• File system: NTFS, FAT32 and exFAT.
• Max. width and height of media files: Width 3840 pixels, height 2160 pixels.
• Picture format: jpg, jpeg, png and bmp. Decoded image resolution: 3840×2160 or lower.
• Video format: mp4, mkv, mov, avi, flv, m4v, mpg, mpeg, ts.
• Video coding: H.264, H.265, MPEG-2, MPEG-4.
• Max. video frame rate: H.264: 3840×2160@30fps, H.265: 3840×2160@60fps, MPEG-2/MPEG-4: 1920×1080@60fps.
• Max. bitrate: H.264/H.265: 100Mbps, MPEG-2/MPEG-4: 50Mbps.
• Audio coding: AAC, AC3, DTS, MP3, DVD, DVD_LPCM, MP2, OPUS.
• Audio sampling rate: opus: 24kHz, 48kHz; Other formats: 22.05kHz to 94kHz.

Playback parameters

USB playback

USB playback settings

USB playback demo

Set Audio

Set Input Source Audio

On the Programming interface, click the Input tab to display the input source list. Hover the mouse over the desired input source and click the icon. In the popup menu, set the input source audio to Embedded Audio or Audio In.

Configure Layer Properties

Select the desired layer, and then set the layer-related properties in the property area on the right pane.

Configure Basic Properties

Configure the layer name, aspect ratio, position, size, as well as enabling the 3D effect.

⚠️ Note: After enabling the 3D function on the Screen Settings page, 3D switches of all the layers will be toggled on. If you want to use a 2D layer, please toggle off the 3D switch of the desired layer in the property area of the Programming page.

Crop Layer Sources

Prerequisites: A fine signal is connected to the input connector.

Notes

• The status and capacity of the cropped source remain consistent with the original one.
• The input cropping and 3D functions cannot be enabled at the same time.

Configure OSD

Both the text OSD and image OSD are supported.

Prerequisites: Before setting a time OSD or weather OSD, please ensure that the device is connected to the network to obtain the precise time and weather information.

Notes

• The OSD locates at the top and its priority cannot be adjusted.
• The text OSD and image OSD cannot be enabled together.
• The OSD function and remote control function cannot be enabled together.

Configure Text OSD

• Step 1: In the screen list on the left, select the desired screen.
• Step 2: Click the OSD tab.
• Step 3: Toggle the OSD switch to enable the OSD function.

Configure Image OSD

• Step 1: In the screen list on the left, select the desired screen.
• Step 2: Click the OSD tab.
• Step 3: Toggle the OSD switch to enable the OSD function.

Manage Presets

To manage the presets, click Preset on the right side of the Programming interface and perform the corresponding actions as needed.

Maintenance

In the menu bar, navigate to Tools > Maintain. Select the Device tab and the target devices, and then do the following as required.

Maintenance

3. Additional features

3.1. Brightness Setting

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3.2. Backup Setting

Configure Ethernet Port Backup

Test whether the pre-stored images, backup Ethernet ports and devices take effect without plugging and unplugging the Ethernet cables.

Prerequisites

• The pre-stored images, primary and backup Ethernet ports or primary and backup devices have been configured.

Set Dual RV Cards Backup

Receiving card backup allows you to set the backup relationship between two receiving cards. If the primary receiving card link fails, the backup one will take over the responsibilities of the primary receiving card and continue to work well to ensure the LED screen will not go black.

⚠️ Note: When you enable both the device backup and dual receiving cards backup, the former takes precedence over the latter. When the layer sources of two devices are disconnected, the device will switch to the backup receiving card link.

Configure Input Source Backup

Establish a backup relation for two input sources.

Input backup rules:

• In each backup group, two input sources serve as the backup for each other.
• The backup relation can only be established if the input connectors have identical capacities.
• The USB source supports the input backup settings.
• Each primary or backup source can have only one backup or primary source.

Restrictions on input backup functions:

Input sources A and B form a hot backup group. The current input source of the layer is input source A.

• Input A: No signal. Input B: Signal — The layer input source is switched to input B automatically. When input A resumes and input B still has a signal and Primary Source Preferred is not enabled, the layer input source will not be changed.
• Input A: No signal. Input B: Signal — The layer input source is switched to input B automatically. When input A resumes, but input B does not have a signal, the layer input source will be changed to input A.
• Input A: No signal. Input B: No signal — The layer input source will not be changed.
• Input A: Signal. Input B: No signal — If you manually switch the layer input source to input B, the source will automatically switch to input A.

Configure Device Backup

You can set one of the device as the primary device or the backup device. When the primary device has a problem or the primary device's Ethernet cable fails, the backup device will take over the responsibilities of the primary device seamlessly and continue to work well to ensure the LED screen will not go black.

Prerequisites

• Primary and backup devices must be on the same LAN.
• The models and device versions of the primary and backup devices must be the same.

Notes

• Three options to create a backup relation: NovaLCT, Unico or the device LCD menu. Choose only one method for setting up the backup relation. If you do mix them, you'll need to reset the device to factory settings and start over with just one method.
• In the device backup mode, the quantity of the cabinets loaded by each Ethernet port on both the primary and backup devices must be the same, but their data flow must be in a reversed way.

Operation Procedure

• Step 1: In the menu bar, go to Tools > Device Backup.
• Step 2: In the pop-up window, click Add to add a backup relation.
• Step 3: Select the primary and backup devices from the drop-down lists respectively.
• Step 4: Click OK to finish the backup relation settings.

3.3. Bright&Dark Line Adjustment

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3.4. Export/Import Projects

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3.5. Device Discovery

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3.6. Export Logs

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