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目录1型号说明 12外观说明 1前面板 1后面板 2 3信号连接 54安装尺寸 55操作动作说明 66主界面 67菜单操作 7第一步输入设置 7 第二步快捷点屏 8 第三步亮度调节 9 第四步输出设置 9 拼接带载 11 高级设置 12 U 盘播放设置 17 工厂复位 17 通讯设置 17语言设置 18 8技术规格 189常见问题 191 型号说明型号描述VX2输入接口：1 路 DVI，3 路 VGA，2 路 CVBS，1 路 HDMI，1 路 DPVX2U输入接口：1 路 DVI，2 路 VGA，2 路 CVBS，1 路 HDMI，1 路 DP，1 路 USB VX4输入接口：2 路 DVI，3 路 VGA，3 路 CVBS，1 路 HDMI，1 路 DPVX4S输入接口：1 路 DVI，2 路 VGA，2 路 CVBS，1 路 HDMI，1 路 DP，1 路 SDIVX4U输入接口：1 路 DVI，2 路 VGA，2 路 CVBS，1 路 HDMI，1 路 DP，1 路 USB 提示：VX 系列产品的接口类型及接口个数不同、功能和技术参数基本相同，本手册以 VX4U 为例进行描述。
诺瓦科技LED联网播放器快速使用指南Taurus SeriesMultimedia PlayersQuick S tart Guide Document V ersion:V1.3.2Document Number:NS120100369Copyright ? 2018 Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, extracted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Trademarkis a trademark of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Statementwww.novastar.techi aurus Series Multimedia Players Quick Start Guide Table of ContentsTable of ContentsYou are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice. If you experience any problems in use or have any suggestions, please contact us via contact info given in document. We will do our best to solve any issues, as well as evaluate and implement any suggestions.TTable ofContents ........................................................... .. (ii1)Overview (1)1.1 Scenario (1)1.2 Procedures (1)2 Preparation (2)2.1 Getting and Installing Software (2)2.2 Getting Required Account Information (3)3 Taurus Connections (4)3.1 Connecting via Ethernet Cable (4)3.2 Connecting via Local Area Network (LAN) (4)3.3 Connecting via Wi-Fi (5)3.3.1 Wi-Fi AP Mode .................................................................................................................. ........................53.3.2 Wi-Fi Sta Mode (6)3.3.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta Mode (6)4 Receiving Card Parameter Configuration (8)4.1 Loading Configuration File or Configuring the Parameters Manually Through NovaLCT (8)4.2 Loading the Configuration File Through ViPlex Handy (9)5 Screen Configuration (10)6 General Operations (11)6.1 Taurus Login with ViPlex Handy (Android and iOS) (11)6.2 Taurus Login with ViPlex Express (Windows) (11)7 Caution (13)www.novastar.tech ii1 Overview 1.1 Scenario1.2 ProceduresThis document introduces a quick way to use Taurus series multimedia players andprovides instructions for the first-timer.www.novastar.tech2 Preparation2 PreparationTaurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start Guidewww.novastar.tech2 Preparation3 Taurus Connections3 Taurus Connections 3.1 Connecting via Ethernet Cablewww.novastar.tech 3Taurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start GuideNetwork DiagramConfiguration Users can access the Taurus directly when it is connected via the Ethernet cable.ViPlex Handy:Step 1 Refer to 6.1 Taurus Login with ViPlex Handy (Android and iOS ) to log in to the Taurus.Step 2 Click the screen name to enter the Screen management page.Step 3 Choose Network Settings > W ired Network Setting .Step 4 Turn off DHCP and set static IP address for the Taurus.ViPlex Express:Step 1 Refer to 6.2 Taurus Login with ViPlex Express (Windows ) to log in to the Taurus.Step 2 At the top right, click and select DHCP Service .Taurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start GuideStep 3 Enable DHCP service to automatically assign an IP address to the Taurus.3.2 Connecting via Local Area Network (LAN)Network DiagramUsers can access the Taurus through LAN when it is connected via LAN. www.novastar.techConfigurationNo need for configuration.3.3 Connecting via Wi-FiThe Taurus series products have dual Wi-Fi function which can provide Wi-Fi hotspotas well as serve as Wi-Fi Station at the same time. The Wi-Fi working frequencyrange is 2400 MHz to 2483.5MHz.Users can access the Taurus directly when it is connected via Wi-Fi AP .3.3.1 Wi-Fi AP ModeNetwork DiagramConfigurationNo need for configuration. Please connect the Wi-Fi AP of the Taurus. SSID is “AP +last 8 digits of the SN”, for example, “AP10000033”. The default password is“12345678”.3.3.2 Wi-Fi Sta ModeNetwork DiagramUsers can access T aurus through external router when it is connected via Wi-Fi Sta.ConfigurationStep 1Refer to 6 General Operations to log in to the Taurus. Step 2 Turn on Wi-Fi Sta mode. Click the Wi-Fi name of the external router and then enter the password of the Wi-Fi.●ViPlex Handy: Select N etwork Settings > W i-Fi Setting in the S creen management page. ● ViPlex Express: Select S creen Control > N etwork configuration .3.3.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta ModeBy using Wi-Fi AP+Sta connection, users can directly access the Taurus or accessthe Internet through bridging connection.Network DiagramConfigurationStep 1 Refer to 6 General Operations to log in to the Taurus.Step 2 Turn on Wi-Fi Sta mode. Click the Wi-Fi name of the external router and then enterthe password of the Wi-Fi.●ViPlex Handy: Select Network Settings > Wi-Fi Setting in the Screen management page. ● ViPlex Express: Select Screen Control > Network configuration .Related Information●●The Taurus can be connected to the Internet through following two ways. The priorityorder of the two ways is from high to low.Wired networkWi-Fi StaQuick Start Guide4Receiving Card Parameter Configuration 4Receiving Card Parameter ConfigurationTaurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start GuideStep 5 ClickStep 6 Confirm whether the local PC has the required receiving card configuration file.www.novastar.tech4 Receiving Card Parameter Configuration●Yes. Please perform Load Configuration File . ● No. Please perform Manual Configuration .If receiving card parameters are already configured, please skip this chapter andperform the operations in 5 Screen Configuration . Loading Configuration File or Configuring the4.1 Parameters Manually Through NovaLCTStep 1 Open NovaLCT and choose User > Media Player Login . The system automatically searches the multimedia players in the same networksegment and then displays them in a specified sorting order.Step 2Click the terminal name in the terminal list. Step 3Click Connect System . Step 4Enter user name and password for logging in the terminal, and click OK . The default user na me is “ a dmin ” , and the default password is “ 123456 ”. on the main interface, and the Screen Configuration window pops up as shown in Figure 4-1 .Figure 4-1 The Screen Configuration windowTaurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start GuideLoading Configuration FileStep 1 Select Load Configuration File. Click Browse to choose a configuration file from the local PC.Step 2 Click Next to load the configuration file.Manual ConfigurationStep 1 Select Configure Screen and click Next.Step 2 Configure receiving card parameters based on actual conditions.Step 3 Click Send to Receiving Card.Step 4 Adjust parameters until the screen displays normally and then click Save.Step 5 (Optional) Click Save System Configuration File to back up the receiving cardconfiguration file to the local PC.4.2 Loading the Configuration File Through ViPlex HandyStep 1 Save the receiving card configuration file to mobile phone.Step 2 Refer to 6.1 Taurus Login with ViPlex Handy (Android and iOS) to log in to the Taurus.Step 3 Click screen name to enter the Screen management page.Step 4 Select Screen Settings > RV Card Configuration to enter the RV CardConfiguration page.Step 5 Select the receiving card configuration file and click Send.5 Screen Configuration5 Screen ConfigurationStep 1 Refer to 6.1 Taurus Login with ViPlex Handy (Android and iOS) to log in to the Taurus.Step 2 Click screen name to enter the Screen management page.Taurus Series Multimedia PlayersQuick Start GuideStep 4 Configure screen information based on actual conditions and click OK. www.novastar.tech6 General Operations6 General OperationsTaurus series products feature the Wi-Fi AP function which is taken as the example bythis chapter to introduce T aurus Login methods.6.1 Taurus Login with ViPlex Handy (Android and iOS)Before You Begin●Acquire the SSID and password of Wi-Fi AP of Taurus series products. SSIDis default to be composed of AP and the last 8 numbers of SN, and thepassword is default as “12345678”.●Acquire the login password of user “admin” of which the default password is“123456”.Operating ProceduresViPlex Handy can connect numerous Taurus series products.Step 1 Connect Wi-Fi AP of the Taurus series products.Step 2 Start ViPlex Handy.System can automatically detect the Taurus series products and refresh Screen list.Users can also slide down Screen list to manually refresh the list.●: denotes that Taurus is online and you can log into it.●: denotes that Taurus is offline and you cannot log into it.●: denotes that Taurus login is successful.Step 3 Click Connect next to the screen name.Step 4 Enter the user name and password and click Login.6.2 Taurus Login with ViPlex Express (Windows) Before You Begin● Acquire the SSID and password of Wi-Fi AP of Taurus series products. SSID isdefault to be composed of AP and the last 8 numbers of SN, and the password is default as “12345678”.www.novastar.tech6 General Operations● Acquire the login password of user “admin” of which the default password is“123456”.Operating ProceduresViPlex Express can connect numerous Taurus series products.Step 1 Connect Wi-Fi AP of the Taurus series products.Step 2 Start the ViPlex Express.Step 3 Click Refresh and the screen list will be displayed on the page.●●●: denotes that Taurus is online and you can log into it.: denotes that Taurus is offline and you cannot log into it.: denotes that Taurus login is successful.After the Taurus is found by ViPlex Express, the ViPlex express will try to log into to the Taurus with the default account or the account used for last login.Step 4 Taurus login is successful or not.Yes.appears and no further operation is required. No. appears and then perform Step 5 .Step 5Click Connect o n the right of the screen information. Step 6 Enter the username and password, and click OK .。
Taurus 系列 多媒体播放器TB60规格书诺瓦联网媒体播放器软件V8.0西安诺瓦星云科技股份有限公司更新记录简介TB60是诺瓦针对LED 全彩显示屏推出的新一代多媒体播放器，集播放和发送功能为一体，可通过PC 、手机、Pad 等多种用户终端进行节目发布和显示屏控制，并且支持接入云发布和云监控平台，轻松实现显示屏的跨地域集群管理。
TB60支持多屏播放同步机制，同步异步双模式，满足各类播放需求。
凭借安全稳定、简单易用、智能掌控等特点，TB60可广泛应用于LED 商业显示和智慧城市领域，例如固装屏、灯杆屏、连锁店屏、广告机、镜子屏、零售店屏、门头屏、货架屏等。
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特性输出●最大带载230万像素极限宽度4096，极限高度4096。
●4路LED 千兆输出网口 默认4主，可配置成2主2备。
●1路立体音频输出接口内源音频采样率固定为48kHz ，外源音频可支持32kHz 、44.1kHz 和48kHz 。
使用诺瓦多功能卡输出音频时，必须使用48kHz 采样率的音频。
●1路HDMI 1.4输出接口最大输出1080p@60Hz ，支持HDMI Loop 。
西安诺瓦星云科技输入●1路HDMI 1.4输入接口同步模式时，使用此接口输入的视频源，支持全屏自适应播放。
●2路传感器接口连接亮度传感器或温湿度传感器。
控制●1路USB 3.0（Type A ）接口支持U 盘节目播放和U 盘固件升级。
●1路USB （Type B ）接口将上位机与设备直连，进行节目发布和显示屏控制。
用户手册双模多媒体播放器PBOX150V1.0.0NS120000106西安诺瓦电子科技有限公司声明尊敬的用户：欢迎您成为诺瓦产品的使用者，如果本手册为您了解和使用产品带来帮助和便利，我们深感欣慰，我们在编写手册时力求精确可靠，诺瓦会在未通知的情况下随时对手册的内容进行修改和变更，如果您在使用中遇到任何使用问题，或者您有好的建议，请按照手册提供的联系方式联系我们。
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西安诺瓦电子科技有限公司目录1PBOX150产品简介 ............................................................................................................................. 3 2外观说明 .............................................................................................................................................. 4 3 网络连接 . (5)3.1 网线直连 (5)3.2 局域网部署 (6)3.3 Wifi 部署 (6)3.3.1 方式一，WiFi 控制卡不接外网： (7)3.3.2 方式二，WiFi 卡通过无线网络连接外部网络： (8)3.3.3 方式三，WiFi 卡通过网线连接外部网络： (9)3.3.4 方式四，WiFi 卡启用桥接模式： (9)3.4 IP 搜索 (10)4 软件安装 (12)5 高级用户登录 (12)6 操作流程图 (13)7 播放模式切换 (13)8 异步播放模式操作 (14)9 同步播放模式操作 (15)10 应用NovaLCT-Pluto 配置显示屏 (15)10.1 使用接收卡配置文件点亮显示屏 (16)10.2 通过手动点亮配置显示屏 (18)10.2.1 智能设置 (18)10.2.2 显示屏配置 (23)11 应用PlutoManager 进行节目编辑与发布 (27)11.1 编辑播放方案 (28)11.2 编辑Sign 清单 (30)11.3 设置显示屏窗口大小 (31)11.4 配置播放方案目录 (31)11.5 发布 (32)11.5.1 在线发布 (32)11.5.2 离线导出 (36)11.5.3 紧急插播 (36)11.5.4 即时通知 (37)12 远程集群播控系统 ...................................................................................................................... 39 13技术参数 (40)西安诺瓦电子科技有限公司1 PBOX150产品简介为了支持传统的数字标牌，使传媒客户更好的进入LED 全彩显示屏行业，开展传媒业务，诺瓦推出了PBOX150双模多媒体播放器。
诺瓦科技无线LED控制卡LED多媒体播放器TB6详细参数说明书Taurus SeriesMultimedia PlayersTB6Specifications Doc u ment Version:V1.3.2Doc u ment Number:NS120100361Copyright © 2018 Xi'an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.No part of this document may be copied,reproduced, extracted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Trademarkis a trademark of Xi’an NovaStar TechCo., Ltd.Statementwww.novastar.tech i Table of ContentsYou are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice. If you experience any problems in use or have any suggestions, please contact us via contact info given in document. We will do our best to solve any issues, as well as evaluate and implement anysuggestions.Table of Contents Table of Contents (ii)1 Overview (1)1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................1 1.2Application (1)2 Features (3)2.1 Synchronization mechanism for multi-screenplaying (3)2.2 Powerful Processing Capability (3)2.3 Omnidirectional Control Plan (3)2.4 Synchronous and AsynchronousDual-Mode (4)2.5 Dual-Wi-Fi Mode ..........................................................................................................................................4 2.5.1 Wi-Fi APMode (5)2.5.2 Wi-Fi Sta Mode (5)2.5.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta Mode (5)2.6 Redundant Backup (6)3 Hardware Structure (7)3.1 Appearance (7)3.1.1 Front Panel ...............................................................................................................................................7 3.1.2 RearPanel (8)3.2 Dimensions (9)4 Software Structure (10)4.1 System Software (10)4.2 Related Configuration Software (10)5 Product Specifications (11)6 Audio and Video Decoder Specifications (13)6.1 Image .........................................................................................................................................................136.1.1 Decoder (13)6.1.2 Encoder (13)6.2 Audio (14)6.2.1 Decoder (14)6.2.2 Encoder (14)www.novastar.tech ii Table of Contents6.3 Video (15)6.3.1 Decoder (15)6.3.2 Encoder ..................................................................................................................................................16iii1 Overview1 Overview 1.1 IntroductionTaurus series products are NovaStar'ssecond generation of multimedia playersdedicated to small and medium-sizedfull-color LED displays.TB6 of the Taurus series products(hereinafter refe rred to as “TB6”) featurefollowing advantages, better satisfyingusers’ requirements:●Loading capacity up to 1,300,000 pixels●Synchronization mechanism formulti-screen playing●Powerful processing capability●Omnidirectional control plan●Synchronous and asynchronousdual-mode●Dual-Wi-Fi mode ●Redundant backupNote:If the user has a high demand onmodule is recommended. For details,please consult our technical staff.In addition to solution publishing andscreen control via PC, mobile phones andLAN, the omnidirectional control plan alsosupports remote centralized publishingand monitoring.1.2 ApplicationTaurus series products can be widelyused in LED commercial display field,such as bar screen, chain store screen,advertising machine, mirror screen, retailstore screen, door head screen, on boardscreen and the screen requiring no PC.Classification of Taurus’application cases is shown in1 OverviewTaurus Series Multimedia Players2 Features 2.1 Synchronization mechanism for multi-screen playingThe TB6 support switching on/off functionof synchronous display.When synchronous display is enabled, thesame content can be played on differentdisplays synchronously if the time ofdifferent TB6 units are synchronous withone another and the same solution isbeing played.2.2 Powerful Processing CapabilityThe TB6 features powerful hardwareprocessing capability:● 1.5 GHz eight-core processor●Support for H.265 4K high-definitionvideo hardware decoding playback●Support for 1080P video hardwaredecoding● 2 GB operating memory●8 GB on-board internal storage spacewith 4 GB available for users 2.3 Omnidirectional Control PlanCO.,LTD. Cluster control plan is a new internetcontrol plan featuring followingadvantages:●More efficient: Use the cloud servicemode to process services through auniform platform. For example, VNNOXis used to edit and publish solutions,and NovaiCare is used to centrallymonitor display status.● More reliable: Ensure the reliabilitybased on active and standby disasterrecovery mechanism and data backupmechanism of the server.● More safe: Ensure the system safetythrough channel encryption, datafingerprint and permission management.● Easier to use: VNNOX and NovaiCarecan be accessed through Web. As longas there is internet, operation can beperformed anytime and anywhere.● More effective: This mode is moresuitable for the commercial mode ofadvertising industry and digital signageindustry, and makes informationspreading more effective.2.4 Synchronous and Asynchronous Dual-ModeThe TB6 supports synchronous andasynchronous dual-mode, allowing moreapplication cases and being user-friendly.When internal video source is applied, theTB6 is in asynchronous mode; whenHDMI-input video source is used, the TB6is in synchronous mode. Content can bescaled and displayed to fit the screen sizeautomatically in synchronous mode.Users can manually and timely switchbetween synchronous and asynchronousmodes, as well as set HDMI priority.2.5 Dual-Wi-Fi ModeThe TB6 have permanent Wi-Fi AP andsupport the Wi-Fi Sta mode, carryingadvantages as shown below:●Completely cover Wi-Fi connectionscene. The TB6 can be connected tothrough self-carried Wi-Fi AP or theexternal router.●Completely cover client terminals.Mobile phone, Pad and PC can be usedto log in TB6 through wireless network.Require no wiring. Display managementcan be managed at any time, havingimprovements in efficiency.TB6’s Wi-Fi AP signal strength is relatedto the transmit distance and environment.Users can change the Wi-Fi antenna asrequired.2.5.1 Wi-Fi AP ModeUsers connect the Wi-Fi AP of a TB6 to“12345678”.Configure an external router for a TB6 and users can access the TB6 by connectingthe external router. If an external router is configured for multiple TB6 units, a LAN canbe created. Users can access any of the TB6 via the LAN.www.novastar.techdirectly access the TB6. The SSID is “AP+ the last 8 digits of the SN”, for example,“AP10000033”, and the default passwordis2.5.2 Wi-Fi Sta Mode2.5.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta ModeIn Wi-Fi AP+ Sta connection mode, userscan either directly access the TB6 oraccess internet through bridgingconnection. Upon the cluster solution,VNNOX and NovaiCare can realize remotesolution publishing and remotemonitoring respectively through theInternet.2.6Redundant BackupTB6 support network redundant backup and Ethernet port redundant backup.●Network redundant backup: The TB6 automatically selects internet connectionmode among wired network or Wi-Fi Sta network according to the priority.●Ethernet port redundant backup: The TB6 enhances connection reliabilitythrough active and standby redundant mechanism for the Ethernet port used toconnect with the receiving card.Hardware Structure3 Hardware Structure 3.1 AppearanceHardware StructureFigure 3-1 Front panel of the TB6Note: All product pictures shown in this document are for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary. Table 3-1 Description of TB6 front panelFigure 3-2 Rear panel of the TB6connected to 100MEthernet cable and thestatus is normal. ● Green and yellow indicators always on at the same time: The unitNote: All product pictures shown in this document are for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary.Table 3-2 Description of TB6 rear panelHardware StructureUnit: mm4 Software Structure4 Software Structure 4.1 System Softwareating system software●Android terminal application software●FPGA programNote: The third-party applications are notsupported.4.2 Related Configuration SoftwareTable 4-1 Related configuration software5 Product Specifications 5 Product SpecificationsTaurus Series Multimedia PlayersTB6 SpecificationsTECHNOVASTARXI'AN6Audio and Video DecoderSpecifications6.1 Image6.1.1 DecoderCO.,LTD.6.2 AudioTaurus Series Multimedia PlayersTB6 Specifications 6 Audio and Video Decoder Specificationsand YUV400(monochrome) is also supported for H.264. 36。
Taurus SeriesMultimedia PlayersTB8Specifications Doc u ment V ersion:V1.3.2Doc u ment Number:NS120100363Copyright © 2018 Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, extracted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Trademarkis a trademark of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Statementi TB8 SpecificationsTable of ContentsTable of ContentsYou are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to asNovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice. If you experience any problems in use or have any suggestions, please contact us via contact info given in document. We will do our best to solve any issues, as well as evaluate and implement any suggestions.Table of Contents (ii)1 Overview (1)1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................11.2 Application (1)2 Features (3)2.1 Synchronization mechanism for multi-screen playing (3)2.2 Powerful Processing Capability (3)2.3 Omnidirectional Control Plan (3)2.4 Synchronous and Asynchronous Dual-Mode (4)2.5 Dual-Wi-Fi Mode ..........................................................................................................................................42.5.1 Wi-Fi AP Mode (5)2.5.2 Wi-Fi Sta Mode (5)2.5.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta Mode (5)3 Hardware Structure (7)3.1 Appearance (7)3.1.1 Front Panel (7)3.1.2 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................83.2 Dimensions (9)4 Software Structure (10)4.1 System Software (10)4.2 Related Configuration Software (10)5 Product Specifications ................................................................................................................ 116 Audio and Video Decoder Specifications (13)6.1 Image (13)6.1.1 Decoder (13)6.1.2 Encoder (13)6.2 Audio (14)6.2.1 Decoder (14)6.2.2 Encoder (14)6.3 Video (15)ii Table of Contents6.3.1 Decoder (15)6.3.2 Encoder ..................................................................................................................................................16iiiTB8 Specifications 1 Overview1 Overview 1.1 IntroductionTaurus series products are NovaStar's second generation of multimedia playersdedicated to small and medium-sized full-color LED displays.TB8 of the Taurus series products (hereinafter referred to as “TB8”) feature followingadvantages, better satisfying users’ requirements:●Loading capacity up to 2,300,000 pixels●Synchronization mechanism for multi-screen playing●Powerful processing capability●Omnidirectional control plan●Synchronous and asynchronous dual-mode●Dual-Wi-Fi mode Note:If the user has a high demand on synchronization, the time synchronization module isrecommended. For details, please consult our technical staff.In addition to solution publishing and screen control via PC, mobile phones and LAN,the omnidirectional control plan also supports remote centralized publishing andmonitoring.1.2 ApplicationTaurus series products can be widely used in LED commercial display field, such asbar screen, chain store screen, advertising machine, mirror screen, retail storescreen, door head screen, on board screen and the screen requiring no PC.Classification of Taurus’ application cases is shown in Table 1-1. Table1 Overviewaurus Series Multimedia PlayersTB8 Specifications2 Features 2.1 Synchronization mechanism for multi-screen playingThe TB8 support switching on/off function of synchronous display.When synchronous display is enabled, the same content can be played on differentdisplays synchronously if the time of different TB8 units are synchronous with oneanother and the same solution is being played.2.2 Powerful Processing CapabilityThe TB8 features powerful hardware processing capability:● 1.5 GHz eight-core processor●Support for H.265 4K high-definition video hardware decoding playback●Support for 1080P video hardware decoding● 2 GB operating memory●8 GB on-board internal storage space with 4 GB available for users2.3 Omnidirectional Control PlanControl Plan Connecting Mode User Terminal Related SoftwareSolution publishing and screen control through mobile phone Wi-Fi Mobile phone andPadViPlex HandyCluster remote solution publishing and screen control Wi-Fi AP+StaWiredMobile phone, Padand PCVNNOXViPlex HandyViPlex ExpressCluster remote monitoring Wi-Fi AP+StaWiredMobile phone, Padand PCNovaiCareViPlex HandyViPlex ExpressCluster control plan is a new internet control plan featuring following advantages:●More efficient: Use the cloud service mode to process services through a uniformplatform. For example, VNNOX is used to edit and publish solutions, andNovaiCare is used to centrally monitor display status.●More reliable: Ensure the reliability based on active and standby disasterrecovery mechanism and data backup mechanism of the server.●More safe: Ensure the system safety through channel encryption, data fingerprintand permission management.●Easier to use: VNNOX and NovaiCare can be accessed through Web. As long asthere is internet, operation can be performed anytime and anywhere.●More effective: This mode is more suitable for the commercial mode ofadvertising industry and digital signage industry, and makes informationspreading more effective.2.4 Synchronous and Asynchronous Dual-ModeThe TB8 supports synchronous and asynchronous dual-mode, allowing moreapplication cases and being user-friendly.When internal video source is applied, the TB8 is in asynchronous mode; whenHDMI-input video source is used, the TB8 is in synchronous mode. Content can bescaled and displayed to fit the screen size automatically in synchronous mode.Users can manually and timely switch between synchronous and asynchronousmodes, as well as set HDMI priority.2.5 Dual-Wi-Fi ModeThe TB8 have permanent Wi-Fi AP and support the Wi-Fi Sta mode, carryingadvantages as shown below:●Completely cover Wi-Fi connection scene. The TB8 can be connected to throughself-carried Wi-Fi AP or the external router.●Completely cover client terminals. Mobile phone, Pad and PC can be used to login TB8 through wireless network.●Require no wiring. Display management can be managed at any time, havingimprovements in efficiency.TB8’s Wi-Fi AP signal strength is related to the transmit distance and environment.Users can change the Wi-Fi antenna as required.2.5.1 Wi-Fi AP ModeUsers connect the Wi-Fi AP of a TB8 to directly access the TB8. The SSID is “AP +the last 8 digits of the SN”, for example, “AP10000033”, and the default passwordis“12345678”.Configure an external router for a TB8 and users can access the TB8 by connectingthe external router. If an external router is configured for multiple TB8 units, a LAN canbe created. Users can access any of the TB8 via the LAN.2.5.2 Wi-Fi Sta Mode2.5.3 Wi-Fi AP+Sta ModeIn Wi-Fi AP+ Sta connection mode, users can either directly access the TB8 or accessinternet through bridging connection. Upon the cluster solution, VNNOX andNovaiCare can realize remote solution publishing and remote monitoring respectivelythrough the Internet.3Hardware Structure3.1 Appearance3.1.1 Front PanelName DescriptionPWR Power status indicatorAlways on: Power input is normal.System status indicator● Flashing once every other 2 seconds: The system is operating normally.● Flashing once every other second: The system is installing the upgrade package.● Flashing once every other 0.5 second: The system isdownloading data from the Internet or copying the upgrade package.● Always on/off: The system is operating abnormally. CLOUDInternet connection status indicator● Always on: The unit is connected to the Internet and the connection status is normal.● Flashing once every other 2 seconds: The unit is connected to VNNOX and the connection status is normal.SYSFigure 3-1 Front panel of the TB8 Note: All product pictures shown in this document are for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary.Table 3-1 Description of TB8 front panelW i Fi-S TA COM1AUDIO OUT Audio output3.1.2 RearPanelFigure 3-2 Rear panel of the TB8Note: All product pictures shown in this document are for illustration purpose only.Actual product may vary.Table 3-2 Description of TB8 rear panelName DescriptionRESET Factory reset buttonPress and hold the button for 5 seconds to reset the unit tofactory settings.LED OUT Output Ethernet portON/OFF Power switch100-240V~,50/60Hz Power inputUnit: mmaurus Series Multimedia PlayersTB8 Specifications 4 Software Structure4 Software Structure4.1 System Software●Android operating system software●Android terminal application software●FPGA programNote: The third-party applications are not supported.4.2 Related Configuration SoftwareTable 4-1 Related configuration softwareNovaLCTaurus Series Multimedia Players TB8 Specifications5 Product Specifications5Product Specifications8 GB on-board with 4 GBavailable 0°C–50°CListDimensions for usersPacking informationmensions ( H ×W×D )5 Product SpecificationsAntennaaurus Series Multimedia Players TB8 SpecificationsAudio and Video Decoder6.1.2 EncoderType Codec Supported Image SizeMaximum Data RateRemarks JPEGJPEG Baseline96×32 pixels~8176×8176 pixels90Mpixels/Second JFIF 1.02 N/A6Type Codec Supported Image Size Container RemarksJPEGJFIF1.02JPG, JPEGNot SupportNon-interleaved Scan Software support SRGB JPEGSoftware support Adobe RGB JPEGBMP BMP No Restriction BMP N/A GIF GIF No Restriction GIF N/A PNG PNG No Restriction PNG N/A WEBPWEBPNo RestrictionWEBPN/A48 × 48 p ixels~8176 × 8176 pixel sSpecifications6.1 Image6.1.1 Decoder6.2 AudioOGG, OGA8KHZ~48AMR-NB 2HZ~ 48 1H.264.6.3.2 EncoderMOV, 3GPM bps。
