Novastar TCC160 Asynchronous Full-Color LED Display Control Card

Novastar TCC160 Asynchronous Full-Color LED Display Control Card – Advanced Technical Overview

The Novastar TCC160 is a high-performance asynchronous control card designed for full-color LED displays. Combining both sending and receiving functionalities in one compact unit, it enables seamless content management and real-time control via computer, mobile phone, or tablet—locally or remotely through cloud-based platforms.

Display Performance & Pixel Capacity

• Supports pixel resolutions up to 512×512@60Hz (PWM driver ICs) or 512×384@60Hz (general driver ICs)

• Maximum display width/height: 2048 pixels, with total pixel count not exceeding 260,000

• When cascading multiple TCC160 units, total capacity can reach up to 650,000 pixels, supporting ultra-wide configurations

• Ultra-long screen support: up to 8192×2560 pixels, with per-Ethernet port limit of 650,000 pixels

Multimedia Features

• Stereo audio output for synchronized sound and visual presentations

• Supports playback of:

• 1x 4K video

• 3x 1080p videos

• 8x 720p videos

• 10x 480p videos

• 16x 360p videos

Control & Connectivity Options

• USB 2.0 Type A: For firmware upgrades, USB playback, storage expansion, and log export

• USB Type B: Direct connection to a control PC for content publishing

• 2x RS485 interfaces: Compatible with light sensors, temperature/humidity modules, and other environmental monitoring devices

• Dual Wi-Fi support:

• Wi-Fi AP Mode: Built-in hotspot with customizable SSID and password

• Wi-Fi STA Mode: Internet connectivity for remote access and control

• Optional 4G module support (sold separately)

• GPS positioning and time synchronization for precise timing across distributed installations

High-Performance Hardware

• Industrial-grade quad-core processor running at 1.4 GHz

• 2 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage

• Hardware decoding of 4K UHD video

• Capable of handling complex visual tasks and multitasking with ease

Advanced Synchronization & Timing

• NTP and GPS time synchronization

• Multi-screen synchronous playback (with reduced decoding performance when enabled)

Receiving Card Features

• Up to 32 groups of parallel RGB data or 64 groups of serial data (expandable to 128)

• Color Management System: Supports standard color spaces (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 / Rec.2020) and custom gamuts for accurate color reproduction

• 18-bit+ grayscale processing: Enhances image smoothness and minimizes grayscale loss at low brightness

• Low-latency mode (disabled by default): Reduces video source delay to 1 frame on compatible hardware

• Individual Gamma adjustment for R/G/B channels: Enables fine-tuning of low-grayscale uniformity and white balance

• 90° Image rotation: Supports 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270° display orientation adjustments

• Three-color 16-pixel serial input support: Optimized for PWM chip compatibility

• Real-time temperature and voltage monitoring

• Bit error detection: Logs communication errors for network diagnostics

• Firmware and configuration readback: Allows backup and recovery of card settings and programs

• Mapping 1.1 function: Displays controller and receiving card topology information for easy maintenance

• Dual program backup: Ensures stable operation during firmware updates

Ideal Applications

The Novastar TCC160 is ideal for a wide range of applications including:

• Digital signage and advertising displays

• Stage rental LED screens

• Broadcast studios and live events

• Transportation hubs and public information systems

• Retail, corporate, and command center installations

With its powerful performance, flexible control options, and advanced display features, the TCC160 provides a comprehensive solution for modern LED display systems—ensuring reliability, scalability, and superior visual quality.