Overview
The Novastar VE7 video input expander is an essential device designed to enhance the input signal receiving capabilities of video processing systems. With its diverse range of industry-standard video input connectors, the VE7 offers powerful support for multiple input sources, including DVI, HDMI, 3G-SDI, and DP. It can accommodate up to 7 video inputs at 1920×1080@60Hz or 1 video input at 1920×1080@60Hz, and 3 video inputs at 4K×1K@60Hz, making it a versatile solution for expanding input options in various applications. With advanced features such as input EDID management and input color adjustment, the VE7 ensures optimal signal compatibility and customization. It seamlessly integrates with the Novastar N9 seamless switcher, further enhancing the overall video processing capabilities for a range of professional settings.
Features
Industry-Standard Video Input Connectors
The Novastar VE7 is equipped with a comprehensive selection of industry-standard video input connectors, enabling seamless integration with various video source devices. It supports DVI connectors for inputs at 1920×1080@60Hz, HDMI 1.3 for VESA standard video sources, 3G-SDI for high-definition video inputs at 1920×1080@60Hz, DP 1.1 for 4K×2K@30Hz inputs, and HDMI 1.4 for 4K×2K@30Hz inputs. This wide range of supported connectors ensures compatibility with different video formats and resolutions, making it suitable for diverse video production and presentation needs.
Optical Fiber Outputs
The VE7 video input expander offers 4 optical fiber output connectors, allowing for seamless transmission of received video inputs to the N9 seamless switcher. With these optical fiber outputs, users can achieve high-quality, low-latency video signal transmission over longer distances, ensuring reliable and stable performance in professional video production environments. The optical fiber outputs provide a convenient and efficient solution for integrating the VE7 with the N9 seamless switcher, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted video playback.
DVI MVR Output
The VE7 features a DVI MVR (Monitor, Video, and Repeater) output, which provides additional flexibility and convenience for monitoring and managing input sources. Users can monitor all input sources through the DVI MVR output, enabling real-time monitoring of video content and resolution. Additionally, the DVI MVR output displays the input resolution and frame rate, providing crucial information for accurate video signal analysis and adjustment. Furthermore, it offers the capability to loop output a single input source, allowing for efficient distribution and routing of video signals to multiple display devices.
EDID Management and Input Color Adjustment
To ensure seamless compatibility with different video sources, the VE7 provides comprehensive EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) management for DVI, HDMI, and DP connectors. This feature allows users to manage and customize input resolutions, ensuring optimal video signal synchronization and display. Additionally, the VE7 offers input color adjustment capabilities, enabling precise color calibration and adjustment to meet specific video production requirements. This ensures accurate color reproduction and consistency across all connected input sources, resulting in vibrant and visually appealing video presentations.
Device Update via V-Can or NovaLCT
The VE7 supports convenient device updates through the V-Can smart control software or NovaLCT software, providing users with the latest firmware and feature enhancements. This allows for seamless integration with other Novastar products and ensures that the VE7 is always up to date with the latest performance optimizations and software improvements. With easy device updates, users can maintain the VE7’s reliability and compatibility with evolving industry standards and emerging technologies, ensuring long-term value and performance.
Appearance
Front Panel
| RUN | Device connection status
Flashes slowly (flashes every 5 seconds): The connection between the VE7 and N9 is abnormal. |
| PWR | Device power status
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Rear Panel
Standard Version I
Standard Version II
The VE7 has two versions that differ in input connectors 2, 3, 4, and 5.
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| 1. 3G-SDI | Supports 1920×1080@60Hz input resolution, downward compatibility, and 3G-SDI loop output. |
| 2. DVI | This connector is blank or a DVI connector by default.
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| 3. DVI | This connector is a DP 1.1 or DVI connector by default.
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| 4. HDMI 1.3 | This connector is blank or an HDMI 1.3 connector by default. Supports 1920×1080@60Hz input resolution, other VESA standard resolutions, downward compatibility, and custom resolutions. |
| 5. HDMI 1.3 | This connector is a DP 1.1 or HDMI 1.3 connector by default.
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| 6. DVI-DL |
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| 7. DVI |
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| Output | |
| MVR/AUX | 1
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| OUTPUT | 4 10G optical fiber connectors The VE7 can be connected to the N9 via 4 optical fiber connectors which enable the signal transmission between the VE7 and N9. |
| Control | |
| ETHERNET | 1 For device updates via NovaLCT |
| USB | 1 For device updates via NovaLCT |
Applications
Dimensions
Size: 482.6mm×382.0mm×51mm
Specification / Datasheet
User Manual
Firmware
Frequently Asked Questions
The VE7 is a versatile input signal receiving device that expands the input sources for the N9 seamless switcher, allowing for enhanced video processing capabilities and flexibility in various applications.
The VE7 supports industry-standard video input connectors, including DVI, HDMI 1.3, 3G-SDI, DP 1.1, and HDMI 1.4, providing compatibility with a wide range of video sources.
Yes, the VE7 supports DVI MVR output, enabling users to monitor all input sources, display their resolutions and frame rates, and even loop output a single input source.
The VE7 can handle up to 7 video inputs at a maximum resolution of 1920×1080@60Hz, or a combination of 1 video input at 1920×1080@60Hz and 3 video inputs at 4Kx1K@60Hz, expanding the input options for seamless switching.
The VE7 features 4 optical fiber outputs, allowing the received video inputs to be seamlessly transmitted to the N9 seamless switcher via optical fiber connections, ensuring reliable signal transmission.
Yes, the VE7 offers EDID management for DVI, HDMI, and DP connectors, allowing users to manage input resolutions and ensure optimal signal compatibility and performance.
The Novastar VE7 video input expander supports the V-Can software, offering intuitive control and management of input sources. Additionally, it is compatible with NovaLCT, providing advanced configuration and monitoring capabilities for enhanced operational efficiency and seamless integration within the Novastar ecosystem.
The VE7 can be conveniently updated using the V-Can or NovaLCT software, ensuring that users can easily access the latest firmware enhancements and features for optimal performance.
The Novastar VE7 video input expander is competitively priced within the range of $2100 to $3200, providing customers with a cost-effective solution to expand their video input sources.