Novastar LED display
MCTRL R5
Product series
4K×1K Resolution
HDMI / DVI / 6G-SDI
Free Rotation
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Description

The MCTRL R5 is the first LED display controller of NovaStar that supports display rotation. A single MCTRL R5 features a loading capacity of up to 3840×1080@60Hz.

It supports any custom resolutions within this capacity, meeting the on-site configuration requirements of ultra-long or ultra-wide LED displays.

Working with the A8s or A10s Plus receiving card, the MCTRL R5 supports free screen configuration in SmartLCT and allows for display rotation at any angle to present a variety of images and bring an amazing visual experience to users.

The MCTRL R5 can be mainly used in rental and fixed applications, such as concerts, live events, monitoring centers, Olympic Games and various sports centers.

Features

● Inputs:
○ 1 × 6G-SDI
○ 1 × dual link D-DVI
○ 1 × HDMI 1.4
○ Pixel capacity of each up to 4,140,000 pixels.
● Outputs:
○  8 × Gigabit Ethernet
○ 2 × fiber optic outputs.
● Display rotation at any angle.
● Innovative architecture to enable smart configuration and shorter stage preparation time.
● NovaStar G4 engine to enable a stable and smooth display with good sense of depth and no flickering or scanning lines.
● Supports the new generation of NovaStar pixel level calibration technology, which is fast and efficient.
● Supports quick and easy manual adjustment of screen brightness.
● Supports firmware update via USB port on the front panel.
● Multiple controllers can be cascaded for uniform control.  
Input

SDI

6G-SDI connector

HDMI

HDMI1.4 connector

DVI

DVI connector

HDMI1.4 connector

HDMI1.4 connector

Output

1–8

8 × Neutrik (NE8FBH) Gigabit Ethernet outputs

OPT1–2

2 × Fiber optical outputs
OPT1 corresponds to Ethernet ports 1–8. OPT2 serves as the backup for OPT1.

Control

Ethernet

For PC connection

Usb In

Input port for cascading devices, or for PC connection

Usb Out

Output port for cascading devices

Genlock

In

GENLOCK type: Blackburst.
It is the GENLOCK synchronization signal which is used to ensure synchronization between the LED screen display and external GENLOCK source.

Loop

GENLOCK loop output

Power Connector

AC 100-240 V–50/60 Hz

AC power input

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MEGRA guidance

MCTRL R5 for LED display projects in Malaysia

Short buyer notes from MEGRA (MTV Digital Technology Sdn Bhd, Port Klang). Specs above stay as published. Use this section only to decide fit and next step.

Best for

LED display projects that need a dedicated sending / controller unit to drive receiving cards — fixed installs, stage, and commercial screens.

When to use

Choose MCTRL R5 when your system design calls for a classic Novastar sending controller (loading reference: 3840×1080@60Hz), paired with matching receiving cards — not a standalone media-only player.

What it connects to

Novastar receiving cards over Ethernet, and the upstream source / computer side of your control setup. Exact ports follow the product specs above.

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