Colorlight · LED video controller
Colorlight X4S: Specifications, Features & Model Comparison
A model-specific technical and purchasing guide for the Colorlight X4S, covering its real system role, loading class, interfaces, software generation, related models and replacement considerations.
At a glance
Colorlight X4S Key Specifications
2.6 million pixels
Published / model-reference loading class.
4 × Gigabit Ethernet
LED-side output architecture.
Canvas / Resolution
4096 px width / 2560 px height
| Item | Colorlight X4S |
|---|---|
| Product Type | LED video controller |
| Loading Capacity | 2.6 million pixels |
| LED Outputs | 4 × Gigabit Ethernet |
| Canvas Rule | 4096 px width / 2560 px height |
| Video Inputs | 1× HDMI + 2× DVI |
| Lifecycle / Revision | Older Xs generation |
Why X4S is different
X4S Uses a Simpler Digital-Input Architecture
X4S remains in the 2.6-million-pixel, four-Ethernet-output class, but its published product page emphasizes HDMI plus dual-DVI inputs, front-panel shortcuts, source switching, cropping and scaling. It should not inherit X4E's DP, SDI, three-picture or T-mode claims.
Functions
Colorlight X4S Features That Matter in Real Projects
Simpler digital-input architecture than X4/X4e
Model-specific capability or lifecycle point to consider when selecting or replacing X4S.
Free switching, cropping and scaling
Model-specific capability or lifecycle point to consider when selecting or replacing X4S.
Front-panel shortcuts for source switching/cropping
Model-specific capability or lifecycle point to consider when selecting or replacing X4S.
USB cascading control
Model-specific capability or lifecycle point to consider when selecting or replacing X4S.
LEDVISION V6.9 added X4s support
Model-specific capability or lifecycle point to consider when selecting or replacing X4S.
Selection comparison
Colorlight X4S vs Related Models
| Feature | X4 | X4E | X4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loading capacity | 2.6M | 2.6M | 2.6M |
| LED outputs | 4× GbE | 4× GbE | 4× GbE |
| Max canvas | 4096×2560 | 4096×4096 | 4096×2560 |
| Main inputs | SDI + HDMI + DVI + VGA + CVBS | 2×SDI + DP + HDMI(loop) + DVI(loop) | HDMI + 2×DVI |
| Multi-picture | Not the defining feature | 3-picture display | Not the defining feature |
| T Mode | No specific support found in iSet V3.5 notes | Yes — added in iSet V3.5 | No specific support found in iSet V3.5 notes |
| Best search intent | Legacy mixed-input controller | Engineering / multi-input / taller canvas | Simpler digital-input Xs controller |
The practical difference is not loading capacity: all three are in the 2.6M / four-Ethernet class. X4 emphasizes mixed legacy inputs, X4E adds DP, loop outputs, three-picture display and a taller 4096-pixel canvas, while X4S uses a simpler HDMI + dual-DVI input architecture.
Compatibility
Before Replacing or Buying a Colorlight X4S
Check Screen Resolution
Total pixels are not enough. Confirm width, height and per-port cabinet mapping against the model's canvas and output rules.
Check Hardware Revision
Older Colorlight products can have multiple PCB and firmware branches. Record the exact label before firmware updates or replacement.
Check Receiving Cards
Keep the existing receiving-card model, cabinet file and mapping information before changing the sender/controller.
Software & downloads
Software, Firmware & Manual for Colorlight X4S
Colorlight's current support center separates iSet, LEDVISION (discontinued), LEDUpgrade, documents and firmware. For older X/Z controllers, the correct software and firmware depend on the hardware generation. Do not flash firmware from a similarly named model.
For this model, verify the exact document/firmware branch against the controller label before deployment.
For model-specific documents or firmware guidance, send your controller label and hardware revision with your request.
System workflow
How Colorlight X4S Fits Into an LED Display
1 · Video Source
Feed the supported HDMI/DVI/DP/SDI or legacy source appropriate to this exact model.
2 · Video Processing
Use the model's supported scaling, switching, cropping, PIP or splicing functions—not features borrowed from another X/Z model.
3 · LED Output
Map the Gigabit Ethernet outputs to receiving cards while staying inside total and per-port loading rules.
FAQ
Colorlight X4S FAQ
What is the loading capacity of Colorlight X4S?
2.6 million pixels. Canvas width/height and per-port limits must also be respected.
How many LED outputs does Colorlight X4S have?
4 × Gigabit Ethernet.
What video inputs does Colorlight X4S support?
1× HDMI + 2× DVI.
Can Colorlight X4S replace another Colorlight controller?
Not automatically. Compare loading capacity, canvas limits, physical inputs, output mapping, receiving cards, firmware generation and configuration software first.
Which Colorlight models should I compare with X4S?
X4, X4E, X2s are the most useful adjacent models for this page’s comparison intent.
Need Colorlight X4S or a Compatible Replacement?
Send the controller label, LED screen resolution, receiving-card model and cabinet mapping. Highcolor can check the required control-system configuration before quotation.
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