LED Control & Processing Options

LED Control & Processing Options

Serving as the “OS” of an LED Display, the Processor and Control hardware are critical in set-up, operation, content ingest/output, image adjustment and servicing. Some units offer basic control, while others may have advanced features including scaling and switching.

The anatomy of the Processing and Control infrastructure typically includes a SEND BOX, which is the point of signal ingest, and then RECEIVE CARDS, which take an output signal from the SEND BOX, and are located at the display panel(s).

Depending on the LED Display manufacturer, the Processing and Control Hardware will be a proprietary system, non-proprietary platform, or in some cases may be offered in both options depending on the specific product.

Some LED Display manufacturers have developed their own proprietary system that only works with their display panels. This can be very limiting if the features you desire are not available and may require you to invest in additional equipment. Most manufacturers have partnered with companies that specialize in producing LED Display and Processing hardware. This allows for a non-proprietary system that has more options and offerings, with third-party support.

Although several non-proprietary systems are available, the most popular (listed alphabetically) include:

Each of the above options have different feature sets and performance capabilities, allowing choices for what fits each application best. Technology compatibility can be complex, so ensure upfront that your selected Processing and Control Hardware will integrate into your specific system.