NovaStar Software Basics

Objective:
This training is designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of NovaStar’s software suite used for controlling and managing LED displays. It covers the installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of NovaStar software, including LED controller software and video processors, ensuring seamless control of both indoor and outdoor large-format LED displays.

• What is NovaStar?
• • Overview of NovaStar as a leading provider of LED display control systems and solutions
  • Key NovaStar products: LED controllers, video processors, video wall processors, and software tools for display management
• Applications of NovaStar Software:
• • Used in a wide range of applications, including advertising, entertainment, sports venues, live events, and digital signage

• NovaLCT (Nova LED Control Technology):
• • Main software tool used for LED display configuration, setup, and management
  • Supports device configuration, mapping, and color calibration for a variety of NovaStar LED controllers
• NovaStudio:
• • A powerful tool for video content editing, playback, and scheduling, typically used in digital signage applications
  • Allows content management and real-time control over content displayed on LED screens
• NovaStar's LEDVision:
• • Software for remote monitoring and management of LED displays in large-scale installations
  • Provides real-time diagnostics, status monitoring, and error alerts for displays

• System Requirements and Installation:
• • Minimum system requirements for installing NovaStar software on your PC
  • Step-by-step guide for installing NovaLCT, NovaStudio, and LEDVision software
• Connecting to Hardware:
• • How to connect NovaStar software to LED controllers and video processors (via Ethernet, USB, or direct connection)
  • Identifying devices and setting up network configurations for communication with the software

• Device Discovery and Setup:
• • How to automatically detect and connect NovaStar LED controllers and video processors
  • Creating a new project and selecting the correct device models and screen types (indoor, outdoor, fixed, or rental)
• Screen Configuration:
• • Configuring LED screens, including screen size, resolution, pixel pitch, and screen orientation (portrait/landscape)
  • Assigning physical addresses to panels and configuring screen layout
• Mapping and Calibration:
• • Mapping the output from the LED controller to the LED panels
  • Calibration of brightness, contrast, and color settings to ensure uniformity across the display

• Multi-screen and Video Wall Setup:
• • Configuring multi-panel setups and video walls using NovaLCT for seamless image display across multiple screens
  • Aligning the video output across different LED panels and managing bezel compensation
• Brightness and Color Calibration:
• • Techniques for color calibration, including white balance adjustment, gamma correction, and uniformity across the display
  • Using color temperature control and gamma settings for consistent image quality
• Signal Distribution and Redundancy:
• • Setting up signal redundancy for continuous operation (e.g., backup systems, failover configurations)
  • Configuring the input sources for video playback and LED signal distribution (DVI, HDMI, etc.)

• Creating and Managing Content:
• • How to use NovaStudio to create, edit, and manage content for display on LED screens
  • Adding images, videos, and dynamic content to playlists and schedules for automated playback
• Scheduling and Playback Control:
• • Setting up scheduled playback of media content for different times or events
  • Managing real-time content updates, live feeds, and video wall integration

• Setting Up LEDVision:
• • Introduction to LEDVision software for monitoring large-scale LED installations remotely
  • How to configure remote access and view the operational status of multiple LED screens across a network
• System Monitoring and Alerts:
• • Monitoring the health of the LED display system, including performance, errors, and warnings
  • Setting up real-time alerts and notifications for issues such as signal loss, over-temperature, or power failure
• Troubleshooting:
• • Using diagnostic tools within LEDVision to troubleshoot common issues like screen flickering, dead pixels, and network connectivity problems
  • Logging and analyzing system data for root cause analysis

• Firmware and Software Updates:
• • How to keep NovaStar devices and software up to date with the latest firmware and software releases
  • Step-by-step process for updating firmware on LED controllers and processors
• Backup and Restore Settings:
• • Best practices for backing up system settings and display configurations
  • Restoring settings after a device reset or system failure to quickly return to normal operation
• Routine Maintenance:
• • Performing regular checks to ensure smooth performance and longevity of the LED displays
  • Visual inspection and cleaning guidelines for maintaining LED panels and controllers

• Planning and Layout:
• • Best practices for planning the physical and network layout of large LED installations
  • Optimizing signal routing, addressing, and cable management for long-term reliability
• Integration with Other AV Systems:
• • Tips for integrating NovaStar systems with other AV equipment, such as media servers, video switchers, and control systems
• Security and Access Control:
• • Securing your LED display system by setting up user permissions and access control in NovaStar software
  • Configuring remote access settings for secure operation and troubleshooting

• Summary of Key Takeaways:
• • Recap of the key concepts learned in the training: configuring LED displays, creating content, remote monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Q&A Session:
• • Open session to address specific questions, challenges, and technical inquiries regarding NovaStar software and hardware integration

Target Audience: AV integrators, technicians, and engineers responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of LED display systems using NovaStar products.

This training will equip participants with the essential skills needed to install, configure, and manage large-scale LED display systems using NovaStar software. By the end of the session, attendees will be able to effectively use the tools for display management, video content scheduling, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

3 Ruacana Street, 3 Ruacana Street, Sandton, South Africa