Novastar LED Control SoftWare Download

2023.5.10 NovaLCT V5.4.7

【Grouped equipment】
1. Supported synchronous controllers MCTRL300/MCTRL R5/MCTRL500/MCTRL600/MCTRL660/MCTRL700/MCTRL4K/MCTRL1600/MCTRL660 PRO/Mee210/TU20
2. Supported video controllers 3D HD/NovaPro HD/NovaPro UHD Jr/VX2/VX2U/K2U/VX4/VX4S/VX4U/K4/K4S/K4U/VX5s/V700/V800/V900S/VX16s/V1260/V1160/V1060 /V960/V900/V760/VX1000/K6s/K4S-N/VX2S/VX6S/VX400S/VS1/VS2/VS3/VS7/VS8/H series/C1/C3/D12/N9/N6
3. Supported multimedia players TB1/TB2/TB3/TB4/TB6/TB8/TB30/TB40/TB50/TB60/JT100/JT50/TCC70/JT200/JT20
【Add content】
1. Added support for spherical and fan-shaped screens for special-shaped screens;
2. Increase the screen display function according to the data group;
3. Add Ai online question and answer function;
4. The mars service adds the function of filtering the communication port type;
5. Data group exchange supports parallel 64 groups of data;
6. Support software version incremental update and upgrade;
7. Support receiving card firmware package incremental download update;
8. Added Mee310, TU20, TU15Pro; Video VX400, V2460; MGT1000 SGS1000 MGT600 MGT2000 SGS600 SGS2000 TJT600 TJT2000 LMS2000 LMS600
9. Support the delivery of the ncp file of the cabinet configuration tool (only broadcast and designated receiving card delivery are supported)
【Optimized content】
1. Memory usage optimization;
2. Improve the usability of special-shaped screen;
3. Automatic brightness jump optimization, monitoring stability optimization;
4. The positioning module freeze optimization in the test tool;
5. The reading stability of point-by-point correction coefficient database is improved;
6. The stability of screen distribution readback/delivery is improved;
7. The stability of receiving card readback/delivery is improved;
8. The stability of LED board ID readback/refresh is improved;
9. Program upgrade readback stability improvement;
10. Monitor memory leaks and optimize stability;
【change content】
1. Shield fault diagnosis function;
【Repair content】
1. Fixed the verification condition of continuous screen resolution issued by T card;
2. The 16380 chip intelligent setting process shows that the vertical data is bright, not a single data point prompt;
3. The 5965 chip has a disconnection problem repaired when the configuration file is corrected;
4. Fixed the problem that the communication port is not COM99 when logging in in demo mode;
5. Image quality engine: The color analysis screen will become darker, and the analysis results will be incorrectly repaired after gamma1 is removed and sent;
6. Image quality engine: turn off the 22bit+ and fine grayscale switches during color management acquisition;
7. Spot check: Fix the problem that the check failed due to the timeout failure of reading back the receiving card parameters during the spot check;
8. On-line correction: the problem that the full gray scale correction coefficient cannot be fixed can be fixed;
【Precautions】
1. The NovaLCT operating environment only supports Windows 7 and above systems
2. When the firmware program of the receiving card does not support the video chip, the interface content is not reliable after reading back the receiving card parameters at this time, and needs to be updated to the receiving card firmware program that supports the video chip.

2022.07.08 NovaLCT V5.4.4.6
【Grouped equipment】
1. Supported sync controllers
MCTRL300/MCTRL R5/MCTRL500/MCTRL600/MCTRL660/MCTRL700/MCTRL4K/MCTRL1600/MCTRL660 PRO
2. Supported video controllers
3D HD/NovaPro HD/NovaPro UHD Jr/VX2/VX2U/K2U/VX4/VX4S/VX4U/K4/K4S/K4U/VX5s/V700/V800/V900S/VX16s/V1260/V1160/V1060/V960/V900/V760/ VX1000/K6s/K4S-N/VX2S/VX6S/VX400S/VS1/VS2/VS3/VS7/VS8/H series/C1/C3/D12/N9/N6
3. Supported multimedia players
TB1/TB2/TB3/TB4/TB6/TB8/TB30/TB40/TB50/TB60/JT100/JT50/TCC70/JT200/JT20
【Add content】
none
【Optimized content】
none
【change content】
none
【Repair content】
1. Repair the fault diagnosis function under the overseas node, there will be a problem of diagnosis failure;
【Precautions】
1. The NovaLCT operating environment only supports Windows 7 and above systems
2. When the firmware program of the receiving card does not support the video chip, the interface content is not reliable after reading back the receiving card parameters at this time, and needs to be updated to the receiving card firmware program that supports the video chip.

2022.06.30 NovaLCT V5.4.4.5
【Grouped equipment】
1. Supported sync controllers
MCTRL300/MCTRL R5/MCTRL500/MCTRL600/MCTRL660/MCTRL700/MCTRL4K/MCTRL1600/MCTRL660 PRO
2. Supported video controllers
3D HD/NovaPro HD/NovaPro UHD Jr/VX2/VX2U/K2U/VX4/VX4S/VX4U/K4/K4S/K4U/VX5s/V700/V800/V900S/VX16s/V1260/V1160/V1060/V960/V900/V760/ VX1000/K6s/K4S-N/VX2S/VX6S/VX400S/VS1/VS2/VS3/VS7/VS8/H series/C1/C3/D12/N9/N6
3. Supported multimedia players TB1/TB2/TB3/TB4/TB6/TB8/TB30/TB40/TB50/TB60/JT100/JT50/TCC70/JT200/JT20
【Add content】
1. In the screen boss module, it supports fault diagnosis function;
2. The online calibration coefficient can be “cancelled” on the calibration software during the stable upload process;
3. In the full grayscale calibration, when manually uploading the calibration coefficient, it supports uploading according to the specified area;
4. Support dual-system firmware version upgrade for VX600 devices;
5. In the panel ID setting, set the order of ID arrangement, add “Z” type, reverse Z type, “N” type and other 8 types;
【Optimized content】
1. In the screen boss module, it supports uploading the SN numbers of multiple devices when the display screen is bound;
2. In the full grayscale calibration, when manually uploading the calibration coefficients, you need to select the database file in the folder;
3. Optimize the problem of slow DVI screen display point by point, and optimize the speed to 20 times of the original;
4. When the asynchronous device is logged in, the specified IP search control supports only one “0” input for each input box;
【change content】
none
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that in some scenarios, after the main network port fails, the configured backup network port cannot correctly load the display screen;
2. Fix the problem that the status of the receiving card on the interface turns red when the software is closed and the monitoring and services need to be closed;
3. When constructing a special-shaped cabinet, when loading the light board file, some specific decoding display errors on the interface;
4. Repair the screen configuration interface, when the sending card number is displayed in multiple lines, slide the scroll bar, and then cascade a sending card at this time, the number layout of which is disordered;
5. Fix the abnormal problem of opening the extended attribute interface of the SM16380 chip on the computer of the foreign language system;
6. Fix the problem that the “N” type is arranged in the wrong order in the module ID setting.
【Precautions】
1. The NovaLCT operating environment only supports Windows 7 and above systems
2. When the firmware program of the receiving card does not support the video chip, the interface content is not reliable after reading back the receiving card parameters at this time, and needs to be updated to the receiving card firmware program that supports the video chip.

Kompass FX0 V2.0.0

2023.05.24 Kompass FX0 V2.0.0 first release

【new features】
First release, not all supported functions are listed here.

2023.6.2 Kompass FX2 V3.6.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the function of modifying the duration of streaming media, NDI, PPT, and capture card media and applying the modified parameters to all media of the same type.
2. Added the function of modifying the default playback duration of media.
3. Added the function of automatically adding videos, pictures, and PPT media through local shared folders.
4. Added the function of adjusting the interval between the beginning and end of subtitles.
5. The function of accessing the location of media files in the media library is added, which is used to quickly find the location of the file.
6. Added the function of central control ECS2000 output control.
7. Added the function of using the shortcut key (Ctrl+H) to quickly return the mouse to the main interface of the software.
8. Added the function of moving the main interface of the software through shortcut keys (Ctrl + left and right arrows).
【Optimized content】
1. Upgrade the web browser version for playback to be compatible with new web data types.
2. The output box and text description in the stage area are set to the top, which is convenient for material editing.
3. The function of automatically saving project files is turned off by default.
4. When unauthorized, you can right-click to close the output.
5. NDI sender function optimization.
7. The transcoding assistant optimizes the default resolution to be consistent with the original material.
8. The transcoding assistant optimizes support for material transcoding with a resolution of over 10,000 dots.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of wrong web page playback certificate.
2. Fix the problem that the sub-output name fails to save the project file.
3. Fix the problem that the stage screen and progress are not refreshed when switching programs.
4. Fix the problem that the program obtained by the visualization platform APP is incorrect.
5. Fix the problem that the screen of the acquisition device is blurred.
6. Fix the problem that the main KV channel mapping is not inherited after the software is restarted.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2023.1.15 Kompass FX2 V3.5.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added video playback with independent subtitles such as PGS, ASS and SRT.
2. Added the function of optimizing the super-large material.
3. Added the function of minimizing the software to the tray, which can be flexibly configured.
4. Added software timing restart function, restart time can be set.
5. Upgrade the web playback engine to support the Grafana data visualization plug-in.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the audio attribute inheritance logic of sound card plugging and unplugging, and keep the channel settings.
2. Optimize the stage operation, you can delete all materials with one click.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the software shutdown prompt causes the automatic shutdown to fail.
2. Fix the problem of software authorization lock authorization failure.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.12.5 Kompass FX2 V3.4.0 officially released
【new features】
1. The function of automatically saving project files is added, so that the data in the editing process can be restored.
2. Added the function of automatically playing WPS/OFFICE PPT files.
3. Added the function of ending the playback action and maintaining audio properties when the media is replaced.
4. Added web page refresh protocol for central control.
5. A new volume increment adjustment protocol is added for central control.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the media keying function to make the solid color keying effect better.
2. Optimize the upper limit of fade-in and fade-out time to 10s.
3. The default time for optimizing web pages is 24 hours, which can be configured.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of interacting with the visualization platform.
2. Fix the problem that the audio playback is not normal after the transcoding assistant transcodes the encrypted material.
3. Fix the slight jitter problem of certain materials after starting broadcast.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.10.31 Kompass FX2 V3.3.1 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the central control protocol for web page refresh.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the effect of audio and video synchronization.
2. Optimize the external sound card identification logic.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of playback failure or frame drop of special frame rate material.
2. Fix the problem that the project file does not take effect when the end playback action saves the project file.
3. Fix the problem that frequent switching of scheduling does not take effect.
4. Fix the problem that audio settings are lost.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.10.10 Kompass FX2 V3.3.0 officially released
【new features】
1. The function of canceling the main media of the program is added, and each media in the program can be played in a loop independently.
2. The end playback action of pictures and web media adds a loop playback mode.
3. Added video material playback in .m4v format.
4. The new time authorization function is added to meet temporary demonstrations.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the seek effect of some special video materials.
2. Optimize the effect of audio and video synchronization.
3. Optimize the software interface presentation.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that some videos have noise when starting to play.
2. Fix the problem that the window mode of the web page cannot cover the full screen.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.8.26 Kompass FX2 V3.2.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added external control function (by default, it can control the scene switching of H Super Fighting Control).
2. Added animation mode/picture mode for PPT playback, and is compatible with wps (independent installation), office (independent installation), and ppv (installation-free) types.
3. The multi-page tab function has been added for web page playback to realize the smooth playback of multiple web pages under multiple programs.
4. A new window mode is added for web page playback to maximize the original playback effect of web pages.
5. Added the function of playing time setting for web media, which is convenient for program timing switching.
6. Added the function of setting the default program end playback action and applying the program playback action to all programs.
7. Added the functions of locating material library media, locating to the current program, and displaying the total number of programs.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize media coverage and increase coverage prompts.
3. Optimize the playback efficiency of web pages and PPT.
4. Optimize the effect of switching programs on the mobile terminal.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the jittering problem of non-standard frame rate (25/50) playback.
2. Fix the problem that some videos have noise when starting to play.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2022.07.08 Kompass FX2 V3.1.0 officially released
【new features】
1. The number of layers is increased from 3 layers to 4 layers.
2. Add HAP format hardware accelerated playback to achieve smooth playback of super 8K material.
3. Added the function of grouping media of the same specification to realize the synchronous playback function of single-machine multi-screen splicing frames.
4. Added the function of media material sound card and channel mapping to realize the function of playing different audio on multiple screens at the same time.
5. Add subtitle media function.
6. Add media lock and stage lock to prevent misuse.
7. New media multi-selection editing and output multi-selection editing.
8. Added the function of unlocking the screen from the right-click menu of the extended screen.
9. Added a self-recovery mechanism for software exceptions.
10. Added the location copy function of the main KV program.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize video playback efficiency, reduce CPU and GPU usage, and maximize resources.
3. Optimize the loading process of PNG images.
4. Optimize the interactive operation of the stage area.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of software exception caused by illegal streaming media address.
2. Fix the problem that scheduling time conflicts cannot be added.
3. Fix the problem that the software runs abnormally for a long time.
4. Fix the problem that the media with % in the name cannot be loaded.
5. Fix the problem of black field when switching pictures in the media collection.
6. Fix the problem that some web pages fail to play.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
5. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, this webpage needs to be added multiple times in the material library.
6. The program currently being pre-programmed cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
7. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2022.5.13 Kompass FX2 V2.2.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Increase the split and reorganization function of the output port
【Repair content】
none
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple windows splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous splicing and playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
6. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
7. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
8. In addition, if the program is not currently playing, the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2022.4.8 Kompass FX2 V2.1.0 officially released

【new features】
The first release, mainly based on the user manual function description
【Repair content】
no yet
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple windows splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous splicing and playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
6. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
7. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
8. In addition, if the program is not currently playing, the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2023.6.2 Kompass FX3 V3.6.0 officially released
【new features】
1. The function of multi-graphics card configuration is added to meet the simultaneous decoding and synchronous rendering of multiple graphics cards.
2. Added the function of modifying the duration of streaming media, NDI, PPT, and capture card media and applying the modified parameters to all media of the same type.
3. Added the function of modifying the default playback duration of media.
4. Added the function of automatically adding videos, pictures, and PPT media through local shared folders.
5. Added the function of adjusting the interval between the beginning and end of subtitles.
6. The function of accessing the location of media files in the media library is added, which is used to quickly find the location of the file.
7. Added the function of central control ECS2000 output control.
8. Added the function of using the shortcut key (Ctrl+H) to quickly return the mouse to the main interface of the software.
9. Added the function of moving the main interface of the software through shortcut keys (Ctrl + left and right arrows).
【Optimized content】
1. Upgrade the web browser version for playback to be compatible with new web data types.
2. The output box and text description in the stage area are set to the top, which is convenient for material editing.
3. The function of automatically saving project files is turned off by default.
4. When unauthorized, you can right-click to close the output.
5. When HDR cannot be set, a bubble prompt is added.
6. NDI sender function optimization.
7. The transcoding assistant optimizes the default resolution to be consistent with the original material.
8. The transcoding assistant optimizes support for material transcoding with a resolution of over 10,000 dots.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of wrong web page playback certificate.
2. Fix the problem that the sub-output name fails to save the project file.
3. Fix the problem that the stage screen and progress are not refreshed when switching programs.
4. Fix the problem that the program obtained by the visualization platform APP is incorrect.
5. Fix the problem that the screen of the acquisition device is blurred.
6. Fix the problem that the main KV channel mapping is not inherited after the software is restarted.
7. Fix the problem that the HAP format resolution size of the transcoding assistant is not a multiple of 4, and the transcoding fails.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2023.1.15 Kompass FX3 V3.5.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added video playback with independent subtitles such as PGS, ASS and SRT.
2. Added the function of optimizing the super-large material.
3. Added the function of minimizing the software to the tray, which can be flexibly configured.
4. Added software timing restart function, restart time can be set.
5. Upgrade the web playback engine to support the Grafana data visualization plug-in.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the audio attribute inheritance logic of sound card plugging and unplugging, and keep the channel settings.
2. Optimize the stage operation, you can delete all materials with one click.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the software shutdown prompt causes the automatic shutdown to fail.
2. Fix the problem of software authorization lock authorization failure.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.12.5 Kompass FX3 V3.4.0 officially released
【new features】
1. The function of automatically saving project files is added, so that the data in the editing process can be restored.
2. When multi-connection is added, one-click disconnection of all online functions.
5. Added the automatic playback function of WPS/OFFICE PPT files.
6. Added the function of ending the playback action and maintaining audio properties when the media is replaced.
7. Added web page refresh protocol for central control.
8. A new volume increment adjustment protocol is added for central control.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the media keying function to make the solid color keying effect better.
2. Optimize the upper limit of fade-in and fade-out time to 10s.
3. The default time for optimizing web pages is 24 hours, which can be configured.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of interacting with the visualization platform.
2. Fix the problem that the audio playback is not normal after the transcoding assistant transcodes the encrypted material.
3. Fix the problem of slight jittering of certain materials after starting broadcasting.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.10.31 Kompass FX3 V3.3.1 officially released
【new features】
1. After the program is interrupted, it supports PPT continuation.
2. Added the central control protocol for web page refresh.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the effect of audio and video synchronization.
2. Optimize the external sound card identification logic.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of playback failure or frame drop of special frame rate material.
2. Fix the problem that the project file does not take effect when the end playback action saves the project file.
3. Fix the problem that frequent switching of scheduling does not take effect.
4. Fix the problem that audio settings are lost.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.9.30 Kompass FX3 V3.3.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the function of time code to accurately control program playback, and realize the effect of synchronous playback with external audio.
2. Added program insertion function to meet the needs of emergency insertion.
3. The function of canceling the main media of the program is added, and each media in the program can be played in a loop independently.
4. A loop playback mode is added to the end playback action of pictures and web media.
5. Added video material playback in .m4v format.
6. A new time authorization function is added to meet temporary demonstrations.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the seek effect of some special video materials.
3. Optimize the effect of audio and video synchronization.
4. Optimize the software interface presentation.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of multi-connection data synchronization in pre-programmed mode.
2. Fix the problem that some videos have noise when starting to play.
3. Fix the problem that the window mode of the web page cannot cover the full screen.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.
5. If a window is blocked by the playback screen on the extended screen, you can use WIN + left and right keys to move the operation window to a suitable position.

2022.8.26 Kompass FX3 V3.2.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added external control function (by default, it can control the scene switching of H Super Fighting Control).
2. Added animation mode/picture mode for PPT playback, and is compatible with wps (independent installation), office (independent installation), and ppv (installation-free) types.
3. The multi-page tab function has been added for web page playback to realize the smooth playback of multiple web pages under multiple programs.
4. A new window mode is added for web page playback to maximize the original playback effect of web pages.
5. Added the function of playing time setting for web media, which is convenient for program timing switching.
6. Added the function of setting the default program end playback action and applying the program playback action to all programs.
7. Added the functions of locating material library media, locating to the current program, and displaying the total number of programs.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize media coverage and increase coverage prompts.
3. Optimize the playback efficiency of web pages and PPT.
4. Optimize the effect of switching programs on the mobile terminal.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the jittering problem of non-standard frame rate (25/50) playback.
2. Fix the problem that some videos have noise when starting to play.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
3. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
4. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2022.07.08 Kompass FX3 V3.1.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the function of multi-device cascading splicing screen frame synchronous playback.
2. Added dual-machine hot backup, one-key exchange function of master and backup.
3. Add HAP format hardware accelerated playback to achieve smooth playback of super 8K material.
4. Added the function of grouping media of the same specification to realize the synchronous playback function of single-machine multi-screen splicing frames.
5. Added the function of media material sound card and channel mapping to realize the function of playing different audio on multiple screens at the same time.
6. Add subtitle media function.
7. Add media lock and stage lock to prevent misuse.
8. New media multi-selection editing and output multi-selection editing.
9. Added the function of unlocking the screen from the right-click menu of the extended screen.
10. Added a self-recovery mechanism for software exceptions.
11. New media advanced image quality adjustment (curve and color temperature).
12. The location copy function of the main KV program is added.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize video playback efficiency, reduce CPU and GPU usage, and maximize resources.
3. Optimize the loading process of PNG images.
4. Optimize the playback efficiency of captured pictures, and can stably play the pictures of 4-channel 4K capture devices at the same time.
5. Optimize the interactive operation of the stage area.
6. The optimized output port can be split to increase to 64 sub-outputs.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of software exception caused by illegal streaming media address.
2. Fix the problem that scheduling time conflicts cannot be added.
3. Fix the problem of switching delay in super 8K picture playback.
4. Fix the problem that the software runs abnormally for a long time.
5. Repair the media name with % none unable to load the problem.
6. Fix the problem of black field when switching pictures in media collection.
7. Fix the problem that some web pages fail to play.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
5. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, this webpage needs to be added multiple times in the material library.
6. The program currently being pre-programmed cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
7. The program saved as is not the currently playing program, and the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2021.12.1 Kompass FX3 V2.5.3 is officially released
【new features】
1. The play collection supports cross-program movement
2. Play collection supports media order modification
3. The upper limit of editing and splitting is supported to 64.
4. Added project packaging function (package materials together).
5. Support the playback of Webm format video files
6. Added the resolution modification function to the web page.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the playback of large web pages freezes.
2. Fix the problem that the picture playback details are lost.
3. Modify the problem that the picture and video are played at the same time, and the video freezes.
4. Fix other known problems.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple windows splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous splicing and playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
6. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
7. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.
8. In addition, if the program is not currently playing, the software will not automatically load the program saved as when it starts.

2021.10.28 Kompass FX3 V2.5.0
【new features】
1. Increase the program scheduling and timing playback function.
2. Increase the playback log record and statistics viewing function.
3. Add transcoding tool.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the audio file cannot be paused after playing.
2. Fix the problem that the audio and video playback sound is smaller than the normal output.
3. There will be popping sound problem when modifying media playback.
4. Fix the problem that the audio is not output in the program of the website with audio.
5. Fix the compatibility problem of old project files.
6. Modify the problem that the project file cannot be saved as the current project file.
7. Fix the problem that the resolution of the output port of the single machine is inconsistent, and the playback screen does not cover the screen after restarting the software.
7. Fix other known problems.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the data communication in the process of docking with the APP to avoid data loss and jamming of the control terminal.
2. Optimize the adsorption function after stage rotation, support 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°, 360° adsorption and alignment.
3. Optimize the server memory usage of materials, preview editing, programs, etc., and reduce the overall memory usage by 80%.
4. Optimize the processing logic of watermark.
5. Optimize the direct cutting effect of high-resolution images to avoid black screens during switching.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple windows splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous splicing and playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
6. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.
7. The program currently being pre-edited cannot be saved, and it needs to be switched to the real-time mode before saving.

2021.08.23 Kompass FX3 V2.4.0

【new features】
1. Add multi-channel NDI acquisition function.
2. Increase the function of playing collections.
2. Add interface lock screen function.
3. Increase the capture card function.
4. Add website media type.
5. Add RTSP\RTMP streaming media type.
6. The editing area increases the frame rate display of video playback.
7. Increase the choice of decoding adapter.
【Repair content】
1. Fix internal test problems.
2. Fix the abnormal problem of authorized lock identification, and support the identification of non-drive authorized locks.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the playback effect of the video and improve the fluency.
2. Optimize the echo efficiency of Xingyue APP docking.
3. Move the monitoring data of CPU and memory to the status bar of the software for presentation.
4. The editing output and playback progress are displayed according to the device.
【Precautions】
1. During the normal playback process, avoid frequent loading of large materials, so as not to affect the playback on the screen.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it multiple times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact the R&D team for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple windows splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous splicing and playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.
6. When the same webpage with sound exists in different programs, it is necessary to add this webpage to the material library several times.

2021.06.22 Kompass FX3 V2.3.1

【Repair content】
1. Solve the problem that the system cannot be started automatically.
2. After the project file is deleted, the software cannot start normally and the configuration file needs to be deleted.
2. There is a problem with the software card owner playing for a long time in some videos.
3. There is a low-probability software exit problem when Xingyue APP accesses Kompass FX3.
4. Solve the problem that there is a big difference between the video attribute duration and the actual duration, and the software exits.
5. The Xingyue APP deletes all the folders and files, and Kompass FX3 deletes the folders, but the APP will not delete the folders, resulting in inconsistencies between the material libraries on both sides.

【Precautions】
1. If the playback of a special source cannot be played automatically, please contact R&D for analysis.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it several times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact R&D for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple window splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous mosaic playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
5. When the audio in the PPT is playing, do not switch the program directly, turn the page to the PPT page without audio and then switch the program, otherwise the audio cannot stop playing.

2021.05.06 Kompass FX3 V2.3.0
【new features】
1. New Xingyue visual centralized control platform control.
2. Added the volume adjustment of a single media.
3. Added 5.1 stereo surround sound playback.
4. Support integrated display port output display software interface, independent graphics card decoding and playing functions.
5. Add the function of automatically monitoring the external control port according to the configuration file when the software starts.
6. Add English user manual.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the software freezes due to the failure of the authorization lock driver installation.
2. Fix the problem that the software fails to start after the last project is deleted.
3. Solve the problem that some video sources cannot be played in a loop.
【Optimized content】
1. Improve the playback fluency of high-definition sources
【Precautions】
1. If a special source cannot be played automatically, please contact R&D for analysis.
2. If the PPT is not loaded successfully, please try to load it several times. If it still cannot be loaded successfully, please contact R&D for analysis.
3. It does not support synchronous playback of multiple window splicing frames, so special attention should be paid when making plans.
4. This version does not support multi-device synchronous mosaic playback, so special attention should be paid when making plans.

2023.02.03 Kompass RX2 V3.0.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added functions of take, cut, and progress
2. Added border and button color functions in media properties
3. Added the function of automatically playing and automatically saving files when opening project files
4. Added independent setting of fade-in and fade-out time in system settings, applied to all functions
5. Added frame rate display (MFPS) function
6. Added the shortcut operation (CTRL+H) function of the mouse return operation interface
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the overall playback performance of the software, support playing more video materials, and the effect is smoother
2. Optimize the attribute parameters to quickly adjust through the mouse wheel
【Precautions】
1. If the software installation fails, please refer to the Kompass RX series software common problem solution document.

2022.09.06 Kompass RX2 V2.0.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the playback of .m4v format video
2. PPT adds left and right shortcut keys to turn pages
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the loading and prompting of large-resolution image materials.

2022.09.25 Kompass RX2 V2.1.0 officially released
【new features】
none
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the fade-in and fade-out effect of the program to make the switching smoother.
2. Optimize the program header list and increase the overall width for easy operation.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of audio noise when media switching.
2. Fix the problem that the operation interface is abnormal during playback.
3. Fix the problem that the main interface of the software cannot be opened occasionally after being minimized on the extended screen.
4. Fix other known issues.
【Precautions】
1. If the software installation fails, please refer to the Kompass RX series software common problem solution document.

2022.09.06 Kompass RX2 V2.0.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added the playback of .m4v format video
2. PPT adds left and right shortcut keys to turn pages
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the loading and prompting of large-resolution image materials.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of media optimization failure or optimization error.
2. Fix the problem that the video playback sound is low and the playback fails.
3. Fix the problem that the software runs abnormally for a long time.
【Precautions】
1. If the software installation fails, please refer to the software installation precautions document.

【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of media optimization failure or optimization error.
2. Fix the problem that the video playback sound is low and the playback fails.
3. Fix the problem that the software runs abnormally for a long time.
【Precautions】
1. If the software installation fails, please refer to the software installation precautions document.

2023.7.12 Kompass RX6 V3.1.0 official release
【new features】
1. Added the function of multi-graphics card configuration to meet the simultaneous decoding and synchronous rendering of multiple graphics cards;
2. Add a custom polygon patch, and the anchor point position of the patch can be quickly fine-tuned through the arrow keys;
3. Added patch rotation function;
4. Added media screen proportional cropping function;
5. Added HDR material to play with HDR effect;
6. New media Y/C stretching function, the contrast between light and dark is more obvious;
7. Added the functions of program global stop, program pause/resume playback;
8. Added the zoom function of the grouping interface;
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the adsorption effect of the patch, and the operation is smoother;
2. Optimize the zoom function of the media screen;
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem that the marshalling area displays abnormally after the main interface of the software is zoomed;
2. Fix the compatibility issue of Intel integrated graphics software;
3. Fix the abnormal startup problem of some laptop software;
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
3. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2023.1.8 Kompass RX6 V3.0.0 official release
【new features】
1. Add designated graphics card decoding, independent graphics card output, integrated display software editing functions.
2. Added audio switching sound card output function.
3. Added video media double-speed playback function.
4. Added media progress fast forward and fast rewind functions.
5. Added MIDI keyboard control function.
6. Added one-key active/standby switching function.
7. Added the function of adjusting the aspect ratio of the patch.
8. Added PPT switching mode and PPT resolution setting functions.
9. Added frame rate display (MFPS) function.
10. Added the shortcut operation (CTRL+H) function of the mouse return operation interface.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the overall playback performance of the software, support playing more video materials, and the effect is smoother.
2. Optimize the fade-in and fade-out effect of program switching.
3. Optimize the regular placement function.
4. Optimize media playback performance and enhance resource utilization efficiency.
5. Optimize the display status of real-time/preview mode.
6. Optimize the active and standby online interaction mode, which is more intuitive and convenient.
7. The optimized attribute parameters can be quickly adjusted through the mouse wheel.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the freezing problem of super 8K picture playback.
2. Fix the problem of automatic online upgrade failure.
3. Fix the problem that the multi-channel material playback software is abnormal.
4. Fix the web page playback freeze problem.
【change content】
1. Temporarily cancel the output mode and layer mode.
2. The input source preview area is displayed statically.
3. Temporarily cancel the special-shaped patch function.
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2022.8.31 Kompass RX6 V2.8.1 is officially released
【new features】
1. Media optimization adds a hard-decoding and hard-coding (GPU) mode to improve optimization efficiency.
2. Added left and right shortcut keys, page presenter, and page turner for PPT media.
3. Added m4v format video playback.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the loading and prompting of large-resolution image materials.
2. Optimize the playback of input sources to reduce resource consumption.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of media optimization failure or optimization error.
2. Fix the problem that the video playback sound is low and the playback fails.
3. Fix the problem that the names of special materials are not fully displayed in the material library.
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2022.8.6 Kompass RX6 V2.8.0 officially released
【new features】
1. Added PPT playback function (compatible with wps, office)
2. PPT supports page presenter and keyboard
3. One key to disconnect the global output
【Repair content】
1. Other known bug fixes.
【Optimized content】
1. Black screen (FTB) interface optimization.
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2022.7.13 Kompass RX6 V2.7.0 officially released

【new features】
1. Add cutout function
2. Added the global brightness quick adjustment function.
3. Added the global volume quick adjustment function.
4. Added the function of adjusting the inner frame of the material.
5. The material library has added a quick search function for materials.
6. The material library has added a material detailed information viewing function.
7. Added an optimization reminder function for super large film sources in the material library.
8. Added the function of automatically saving project files.
9. Added the function of automatically playing the last project file after the software starts.
【Repair content】
1. Other known bug fixes.
【Optimized content】
1. Optimize the effect of the interface scroll bar.
2. Optimize the material conversion interface display.
3. Optimize the display logic of the property bar to follow the selected state of the media.
4. Optimize the switching mode of CUT and TAKE.
5. Optimize the display area of the program management header.
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2022.3.22 Kompass RX6 V2.6.0 officially released

【new features】
1. The capture card function is added with a switch.
2. Add RGB toning function for the output patch.
【Repair content】
1. None
【Optimized content】
1. None
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

2022.1.22 Kompass RX6 V2.5.1 officially released

【new features】
1. The muted media adds a muted mark for easy identification.
2. Media optimization adds the option to maintain aspect ratio.
3. Added one-click scaling function (16:9, 16:10, 5:4, 4:3) for patch size.
【Repair content】
1. Fix the problem of inconsistency between the output and the stage image occasionally when deleting a layer.
2. Fix the problem of incomplete display of pasting content when opening project files under certain circumstances.
3. Fix the problem that the software operation freezes when the capture card is invalid.
4. Fix the problem of software freezing and crashing on some computers.
【Optimized content】
1. Remove the patch synchronization button in the layer properties.
【Precautions】
1. If software installation fails, please contact local sales or technical support.
2. If the dongle cannot be recognized, please contact local sales or technical support.
3. If the dongle file is lost, the customer needs to send the dongle back to Nova’s original factory to regenerate the authorization file.
4. For other precautions, please refer to Kompass RX6 Precautions document.

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