At the heart of 3D perception’s Northstar ecosystem is nBox, a next-generation, all-in-one display processor that warps, blends and color corrects raw IG content. nBox outputs to multiple projectors at resolutions of up to 4K and seamlessly displays imagery across spherical, cylindrical, conical, and flat screens. Between projectors, nBox calibrates color, contrast, brightness, gamma, and can also compensate for hot spots, creating a truly consistent image. nBox treats the multi-projector theater as one contiguous display — not as an array of individually controlled projectors.
nBox allows for a projector upgrade path while keeping display infrastructure in place. nBox offers configuration of the DVI-I outputs and DVI-I inputs with different resolution options.
nControl software is included, enabling the user to perform all the image adjustments necessary to create a seamless projected display. With the projector control via LAN, nBox provides unique features such as Scenario Management for gradient transition from dusk to dawn, and non-linear automatic color correction with ChromaSync.
- All-in-one image processor for seamless curved screens
- Up to 6 channels per unit
- Units can be stacked for any number of display channels
- Real-time hardware
- Up to 4K resolution
- Fully configurable
- Non-linear image warping and edge blending
- 42 bit color processing (14 bits per channel)
- Image Scaling
- Hotspot compensation
- Black level enhancement
- Non-linear color correction
- Advanced built-in test pattern generator
- Hot swappable cards
- Redundant power supply option
- Diagnostic features
- Intelligent EDID
- Projector Control through signal cable or LAN
- Zero frame latency
- Scenario management
- Supports frame rates from 24Hz to 120Hz
- Stereo shutter glass control
| Supported Display Outputs and Inputs |
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| Configurable number of outputs and inputs – 6 slots available |
| Supports 4K projectors |
| ADVANCED DISPLAY PROCESSING WITH nCONTROL |
| Projector control |
| Image warping curved screen |
| Image blending curved screen (multi-sided) |
| Masking (multi-sided) |
| Hotspot compensator |
| Black level enhancement |
| Internal test pattern generator |
| Stereo control |
| WarpSync automatic geometry correction |
| ChromaSync automatic colour correction |
| 14 bit color processing (14 bits per channel) |
| Signal Analysis Module |
| RESOLUTIONS |
| Multiple resolution support |
| Up to HD – 1920 x 1080 (dual input and output boards) |
| Up to WUXGA – 1920 x 1200 (single input and output boards) |
| Up to WQXGA – 2560 x 1600 (single input and output boards) |
| INPUT FORMATS |
| DVI – I single link inputs |
| Supports: VGA* – Progressive only |
| Supports: HDMI* – Progressive only. HDCP not supported |
| Supports: RGB Video* – RGBHV progressive only, 5-wire |
| Supports: RGB Video* – RGBS, 4-wire (composite sync) |
| Supports: RGB Video* – RGsB, 3-wire (sync on green) |
| Supports frame rates from 24 – 120Hz |
| DVI dual link inputs for resolutions QXGA and above |
| INPUT PROCESSING |
| Analog to digital conversion |
| Sync conversion – Composite sync, sync on green |
| Frame rate conversion |
| OUTPUT FORMATS |
| DVI – I single link outputs |
| Supports: VGA* |
| Supports: HDMI* |
| Supports: RGB Video* |
| Supports frame rates 24 – 120Hz |
| DVI-D dual link output for resolutions QXGA and above |
| SYSTEM AND MAINTAINABILITY |
| Weight: 13.5 kg / 29.7 lbs fully configured |
| Dimensions: 19” 2U form factor, 44 cm x 9 cm x 44 cm |
| Power Consumption: 250W |
| Embedded PC 64 bit processor Power PCTM |
| Real-time embedded operating system |
| Configurable I/O |
| Stackable for large system installations |
| Optical DVI extender output power |
| Redundant power supply option |
| Redundant fans |
| Hot swap – I/O boards |
| Power supply modules |
| Fans |
| I/O PORTS |
| 6 Independent slots for input and output boards |
| High-speed LAN 10/100/1000 MBits/Sec |
| Stereo shutter glasses control |
| RS232 Port for external system control |
| Automatic calibration interface port |
| 100-240 Volt, 50-60 Hz power socket #1 |
| 100-240 Volt, 50-60 Hz power socket #2 |
| Additional diagnostic LAN port |
| INTERFACES (OTHER) |
| 3rd-party system controller interface – On LAN or RS232 I/O ports |
| Intelligent EDID |
