TB30 Taurus Series Multimedia Player
Taurus Series Multimedia Player – TB30 Specifications
Product Information:
- Product Name: Taurus Series Multimedia Player – TB30
- Manufacturer: NovaStar
- Function: Full-color LED display playback and sending
capabilities - Compatibility: Works with computer, mobile phone, or tablet for
content publishing and LED display control - Applications: Commercial LED displays, smart city applications
(fixed displays, lamp-post displays, chain store displays,
advertisement players, mirror displays, retail store displays, door
head displays, shelf displays, etc.)
Certifications:
- NBTC, IMDA, PSB, FAC DoC, ENACOM, ICASA, SRRC, NOM-208, EAC
DoC, EAC RoHS, RCM, UL Smark, CQC, FCC, UL, IC, KC, CE, UKCA, CB,
MIC, PSE, NOM - If the product does not have the relevant certifications
required by the countries or regions where it is to be sold, please
contact NovaStar to confirm or address the problem. Otherwise, the
customer shall be responsible for the legal risks caused or
NovaStar has the right to claim compensation.
Features:
| Output | Input | Control | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loading capacity up to 650,000 pixels Maximum width: 4096 pixels Maximum height: 4096 pixels 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports (one serves as primary and the other as backup) 1x Stereo audio connector | 2x Sensor connectors (for brightness sensors or temperature and humidity sensors) | 1x USB 3.0 (Type A) port (for USB playback and firmware upgrade) 1x USB (Type B) port (for content publishing and screen control) 1x Gigabit Ethernet port (for content publishing and screen control) | Powerful processing capacity: – Quad-core ARM A55 processor @1.8 GHz – Support for H.264/H.265 4K@60Hz video decoding – 1 GB of onboard RAM – 16 GB of internal storage |
Product Usage Instructions:
To use the Taurus Series Multimedia Player – TB30, follow these
steps: 1. Output: – Connect the multimedia player to the LED
display using the appropriate connectors. – Ensure that the loading
capacity of the LED display does not exceed 650,000 pixels. – Set
the maximum width and height of the LED display to be within the
limits of 4096 pixels each. – Connect one of the Gigabit Ethernet
ports to serve as the primary connection and the other as a backup.
– Connect any external audio sources to the stereo audio connector,
ensuring that the audio sample rate is compatible (32 kHz, 44.1
kHz, or 48 kHz). 2. Input: – Connect brightness sensors or
temperature and humidity sensors to the two sensor connectors for
monitoring. 3. Control: – Connect a USB 3.0 (Type A) port to enable
USB playback and firmware upgrades. – Connect the USB (Type B) port
to a control computer for content publishing and screen control. –
Connect the Gigabit Ethernet port to the control computer or a
LAN/public network for content publishing and screen control. 4.
Performance: – Ensure the multimedia player is powered on and
functioning properly. – The player features a powerful processing
capacity with a quad-core ARM A55 processor running at 1.8 GHz. –
It supports H.264/H.265 4K@60Hz video decoding. – The onboard RAM
is 1 GB, and it has 16 GB of internal storage for storing content.
Note: For detailed information on using specific features, please
refer to the user manual or contact NovaStar for assistance.
Taurus Series Multimedia Player
TB30 Specifications
Taurus Series Multimedia Player TB30 Specifications
Change History
Document Version Release Date
V1.0.6
2023-06-14
V1.0.5
2022-11-18
V1.0.4
2022-06-10
V1.0.3 V1.0.2
V1.0.1 V1.0.0
2022-05-17 2021-12-17
2021-09-30 2021-08-31
Description
Updated the connector descriptions.
Updated the certification information.
Added a description of RF synchronization. Added notes and cautions. Updated the certification information. Updated the indicator descriptions. Updated the accessory descriptions.
Updated the description of the COM 2 connector.
Updated the descriptions of the USB (Type B) port and Gigabit Ethernet port.
Added the gross weight of the product. Added a note for the power consumption. Added certification information. Updated the description of the playback performance. Added net weight.
First release
Introduction
The TB30 is a new generation of multimedia player created by NovaStar for full-color LED displays. This multimedia player integrates playback and sending capabilities, allowing users to publish content and control LED displays with a computer, mobile phone, or tablet. Working with our superior cloud-based publishing and monitoring platforms, the TB30 enables users to manage LED displays from an Internet-connected device anywhere, anytime.
Thanks to its reliability, ease of use, and intelligent control, the TB30 becomes a winning choice for commercial LED displays and smart city applications such as fixed displays, lamp-post displays, chain store displays, advertisement players, mirror displays, retail store displays, door head displays, shelf displays, and much more.
Certifications
NBTC, IMDA, PSB, FAC DoC, ENACOM, ICASA, SRRC, NOM-208, EAC DoC, EAC RoHS, RCM, UL Smark, CQC, FCC, UL, IC, KC, CE, UKCA, CB, MIC, PSE, NOM If the product does not have the relevant certifications required by the countries or regions where it is to be sold, please contact NovaStar to confirm or address the problem. Otherwise, the customer shall be responsible for the legal risks caused or NovaStar has the right to claim compensation.
Features
Output
Loading capacity up to 650,000 pixels Maximum width: 4096 pixels Maximum height: 4096 pixels
2x Gigabit Ethernet ports One serves as primary and the other as backup.
1x Stereo audio connector
The audio sample rate of the internal source is fixed at 48 kHz. The audio sample rate of the external source supports 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz. If NovaStar’s multifunction card is used for audio output, audio with a sample rate of 48 kHz is required.
Input
2x Sensor connectors
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Connect to brightness sensors or temperature and humidity sensors.
Control
1x USB 3.0 (Type A) port Allows for USB playback and firmware upgrade over USB.
1x USB (Type B) port Connects to the control computer for content publishing and screen control.
1x Gigabit Ethernet port Connects to the control computer, a LAN or public network for content publishing and screen control.
Performance
Powerful processing capacity – Quad-core ARM A55 processor @1.8 GHz – Support for H.264/H.265 4K@60Hz video decoding – 1 GB of onboard RAM – 16 GB of internal storage
Flawless playback 2x 4K, 6x 1080p, 10x 720p, or 20x 360p video playback
Functionality
All-round control plans
Appearance
Front Panel
Taurus Series Multimedia Player TB30 Specifications
– Enables users to publish content and control screens from a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
– Allows users to publish content and control screens from anywhere, anytime.
– Allows users to monitor screens from anywhere, anytime.
Switching between Wi-Fi AP and Wi-Fi STA
– In Wi-Fi AP mode, the user terminal connects to the built-in Wi-Fi hotspot of the TB30. The default SSID is “AP+Last 8 digits of SN” and the default password is “12345678”.
– In Wi-Fi STA mode, the user terminal and the TB30 are connected to the Wi-Fi hotspot of a router.
Synchronous playback across multiple screens
– NTP time synchronization
– GPS time synchronization (The specified 4G module must be installed.)
– RF time synchronization (The specified RF module must be installed.)
Support for 4G modules
The TB30 ships without a 4G module. Users have to purchase 4G modules separately if needed.
Network connection priority: Wired network > WiFi network > 4G network
When multiple types of networks are available, the TB30 will choose a signal automatically according to the priority.
Name
SIM CARD RESET USB LED OUT
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Description
SIM card slot Capable of preventing users from inserting a SIM card in the wrong orientation Factory reset button Press and hold this button for 5 seconds to reset the product to its factory settings. USB (Type B) port Connects to the control computer for content publishing and screen control. Gigabit Ethernet outputs
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Rear Panel
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Name
SENSOR
Description
Sensor connectors Connect to brightness sensors or temperature and humidity sensors. RF antenna connector (reserved)
WiFi
Wi-Fi antenna connector Support for switching between Wi-Fi AP and Wi-Fi Sta
ETHERNET
Gigabit Ethernet port
Connects to the control computer, a LAN or public network for content publishing and screen control.
COM 2
GPS antenna connector
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Type A) port
Allows for USB playback and firmware upgrade over USB.
The Ext4 and FAT32 file systems are supported. The exFAT and FAT16 file systems are not supported.
COM 1
4G antenna connector
AUDIO OUT
Audio output connector
100-240V~, 50/60Hz, 0.6A Power input connector
ON/OFF
Power switch
Indicators
Name
PWR SYS
Color
Red Green
CLOUD Green
Status
Staying on Flashing once every 2s
Description
The power supply is working properly. The operating system is functioning normally.
Staying on/off
The operating system is malfunctioning.
Staying on
The TB30 is connected to the Internet and the connection is available.
Flashing once every 2s
The TB30 is connected to VNNOX and the connection is available.
Flashing once every second The TB30 is upgrading the operating system.
Flashing once every 0.5s
The TB30 is copying the upgrade package.
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Name
RUN
Color
Green
Status
Description
Flashing once every second The FPGA has no video source.
Flashing once every 0.5s
The FPGA is functioning normally.
Staying on/off
The FPGA loading is abnormal.
Dimensions
Product Dimensions
Tolerance: ±0.3 Unit: mm
Specifications
Electrical Parameters Storage Capacity Operating Environment Storage Environment Physical Specifications
Input power
100-240V~, 50/60Hz, 0.6A
Maximum power consumption 18 W
RAM Internal storage Temperature Humidity Temperature Humidity Dimensions
1 GB 16 GB 20ºC to +60ºC 0% RH to 80% RH, non-condensing 40°C to +80°C 0% RH to 80% RH, non-condensing 274.3 mm × 139.0 mm × 40.0 mm
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Taurus Series Multimedia Player TB30 Specifications
Net weight
1228.9 g
Gross weight
1648.5 g
Note: It is the total weight of the product, accessories and packing materials packed according to the packing specifications.
Packing Information
Dimensions
385.0 mm × 280.0 mm × 75.0 mm
IP Rating
Accessories
1x Wi-Fi omnidirectional antenna 1x AC power cord 1x Quick Start Guide 1x Packing list
IP20 Please prevent the product from water intrusion and do not wet or wash the product.
System Software
Android 11.0 operating system software Android terminal application software FPGA program Note: Third-party applications are not supported.
The amount of power consumption may vary depending on various factors such as product settings, usage, and environment.
Media Decoding Specifications
Image
Category Codec
JPEG
JFIF file format 1.02
BMP GIF PNG WEBP
Video
BMP GIF PNG WEBP
Supported Image Size Container Remarks
96×32 pixels to 817×8176 pixels
JPG, JPEG
No support for non-interlaced scan Support for SRGB JPEG Support for Adobe RGB JPEG
No Restriction
BMP
N/A
No Restriction
GIF
N/A
No Restriction
PNG
N/A
No Restriction
WEBP
N/A
Category
MPEG-1/2 MPEG-4
Codec Resolution
Maximum Frame Rate
Maximum Bit Rate
(Ideal Case)
File Format
MPEG- 48×48 pixels to
30fps
1/2
1920×1088 pixels
80Mbps
DAT, MPG, VOB, TS
MPEG4 48×48 pixels to
30fps
1920×1088 pixels
38.4Mbps
AVI, MKV, MP4, MOV, 3GP
Remarks
Support for field coding No support for MS MPEG4 v1/v2/v3, GMC
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Category Codec Resolution
Maximum Frame Rate
Maximum Bit Rate
(Ideal Case)
File Format
Remarks
H.264/AVC
H.264
48×48 pixels to
2304p@60fps 80Mbps
4096×2304 pixels
AVI, MKV, MP4, MOV, 3GP, TS, FLV
Support for field coding and MBAFF
MVC
H.264 MVC
48×48 pixels to
2304p@60fps 100Mbps
4096×2304 pixels
MKV, TS
Support for Stereo High Profile only
H.265/HEVC H.265/ 64×64 pixels to
2304p@60fps 100Mbps
HEVC 4096×2304 pixels
MKV, MP4, MOV, TS
Support for Main Profile, Tile & Slice
VP8
48×48 pixels to
30fps
VP8
1920×1088 pixels
38.4Mbps
WEBM, MKV
N/A
VP9
64×64 pixels to
60fps
VP9
4096×2304 pixels
80Mbps
WEBM, MKV
N/A
H.263
H.263
SQCIF (128×96) QCIF (176×144) CIF (352×288) 4CIF (704×576)
30fps
38.4Mbps
3GP, MOV, MP4
No support for H.263+
VC-1
VC-1
48×48 pixels to
30fps
1920×1088 pixels
45Mbps
WMV, ASF, TS, N/A MKV, AVI
MOTION
MJPEG 48×48 pixels to
60fps
60Mbps
AVI
N/A
JPEG
1920×1088 pixels
Notes and Cautions
FCC Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radiation Exposure Statement
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Taurus Series Multimedia Player TB30 Specifications
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IC Caution
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: 1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2) L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. This equipment complies with Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. Cet équipement est conforme à l’exposition aux rayonnements Industry Canada limites établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.
Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Cetéquipementestconforme Canada limitesd’exposition aux radiations dans un environnement non contrôlé. Cetéquipementdoitêtreinstallé et utilisé à distance minimum de 20cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.
Others
This is Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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