H_1XST2110 INPUT CARD | Carte d'Entrée SMPTE ST 2110 Novastar H | Broadcast IP

The Novastar H_1XST2110 Input Card is a high-performance expansion module designed to bridge the gap between Tier-1 broadcast production and professional LED display systems. Built specifically for the Novastar H-Series modular controllers (H2, H5, H9, and H15), this card enables the direct reception of uncompressed 4K UHD video streams via the SMPTE ST 2110 protocol. By utilizing Ethernet-based IP infrastructure, it ensures that your LED wall receives a signal with absolute fidelity, maintaining the high contrast ratio and color depth required for modern studio environments. As a professional-grade component, it supports hot-swapping, allowing for seamless integration without system downtime. For international broadcasters and production houses, the H_1XST2110 represents the pinnacle of IP-based signal management, delivering the reliability and performance necessary for mission-critical visual displays.

Advanced Broadcast IP Integration and Signal Integrity

In the transition from SDI to Full IP infrastructures, the SMPTE ST 2110 standard has emerged as the industry benchmark. The H_1XST2110 Input Card allows Novastar H-Series processors to handle separate video, audio, and metadata streams over 10G/25G networks. For LED video walls utilizing high-density SMD or GOB (Glue on Board) technology, signal purity is paramount. This card ensures that the high refresh rate and grayscale depth of your LED panels are fully exploited by delivering uncompressed data, eliminating the artifacts often seen in compressed long-haul transmissions.

Reliability and Sub-Millisecond Latence

When driving large-scale LED displays in xR (Extended Reality) or Virtual Production (VP) stages, latency is the ultimate enemy. The H_1XST2110 achieves sub-millisecond processing latency, ensuring perfect synchronization between the camera tracking systems and the LED backdrop. Furthermore, the hardware stability of the H-Series chassis, combined with the robust IP architecture of the ST 2110 standard, provides a level of reliability that surpasses traditional point-to-point cabling, making it ideal for high-stakes environments where downtime is not an option.

High-End Deployment Scenarios

The H_1XST2110 Input Card is engineered for environments where visual precision and network flexibility are non-negotiable:

• Broadcast Television Studios: Integrating LED backdrops into newsrooms and talk show sets using existing IP infrastructure.
• xR and Virtual Production: Delivering ultra-low latency 4K content to high-resolution LED volumes for real-time cinematic rendering.
• Mission Control Centers: Perfect for command and control rooms requiring 24/7 reliability and massive data visualization across large-scale video walls.
• Corporate Flagships: High-end retail or corporate lobby installations where the aesthetic of the LED (utilizing narrow pixel pitch and wide viewing angles) must be matched by premium signal delivery.
• Live Events: Large-scale concert tours using IP-based video distribution for rapid deployment and reconfiguration.

Technical Specifications and Optimization

To maximize the performance of the H_1XST2110 Input Card within your LED ecosystem, consider the following technical recommendations:

• Network Infrastructure: Ensure your network switches are PTP (Precision Time Protocol) compliant to maintain synchronization across the ST 2110 environment.
• Bandwidth Management: Since 4K uncompressed video requires significant throughput, use high-quality SFP+ modules and OM4 fiber optic cables to avoid packet loss and jitter.
• Controller Configuration: Utilize the Novastar v-Can or H-Smart software to map the IP inputs. Verify that the refresh rate of the source matches the LED wall's refresh rate (e.g., 3840Hz or higher) to prevent flickering on camera.
• Maintenance: The module is hot-swappable; however, always ensure the chassis grounding is secure to protect the sensitive IP processing chipsets from ESD (Electrostatic Discharge).