What Software Is Required to Connect to NovaStar and Colorlight Controllers and Receiving Cards
Overview:
Connecting to LED controllers and receiving cards for configuration,
monitoring, or firmware updates requires specific software tools for each
brand.
Novastar Controllers and Receiving
Cards
|
Purpose
|
Software Name
|
Description & Use Case
|
Download Source
|
|
Configuration & Firmware Updates
|
NovaLCT
|
Main software for configuring, monitoring, and updating
firmware on NovaStar sending and receiving cards. Required for most NovaStar
LED controllers
|
NovaStar Tech website
|
|
Video Processor Control
|
V-Can
|
Used for advanced video processors and all-in-one
controllers (e.g., J6, N9, VX6s)
|
NovaStar Tech website
|
|
Web Interface (some models)
|
Web Browser
|
Some controllers (e.g., H Series) allow firmware updates
via web interface
|
Controller IP address
|
Connection
Methods:
· USB,
Ethernet, or DVI/HDMI (depending on controller model).
· For most,
connect the controller to your PC and launch NovaLCT. Log in as an advanced
user (password often "admin") to access all features.
Colorlight Controllers and Receiving
Cards
|
Purpose
|
Software Name
|
Description & Use Case
|
Download Source
|
|
Configuration & Control
|
LEDVISION
|
Main software for configuring, mapping, and managing
Colorlight sender and receiving cards
|
Colorlight website
|
|
Firmware Updates
|
LEDUpgrade
|
Dedicated tool for upgrading firmware on controllers,
sender cards, and receiving cards
|
Colorlight website
|
|
Advanced Settings/Diagnostics
|
iSet
|
Used for advanced display settings and diagnostics
|
Colorlight website
|
Connection
Methods:
· USB or
Ethernet (depending on hardware).
· Open
LEDVISION or LEDUpgrade, select the connected device, and proceed with
configuration or firmware upgrade.
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