NovaStar · Taurus multimedia player
NovaStar TB40: Specifications, Compatibility & Comparison
A model-specific guide focused on 1.3M loading, two Ethernet outputs, synchronous/asynchronous mode and TB30/TB50 comparison.
At a glance
TB40 Key Specifications
1.3 million pixels
Loading/capacity reference for this exact model or family.
LED Output
2 × Gigabit Ethernet
Source / Input
Network / local playback
| Specification | Model-specific information |
|---|---|
| Maximum width | 4096 pixels |
| Maximum height | 4096 pixels |
| Ethernet redundancy | One port can be configured as backup |
| Audio | 1 × stereo audio connector |
| Modes | Synchronous and asynchronous |
| Use cases | Commercial displays and smart-city signage |
Legacy or revision-sensitive products should be verified against the exact product label and manufacturer document before firmware updates, replacement or final engineering.
Search intent
What Matters When Selecting TB40
Playback & Publishing
TB40 is searched as a multimedia player, so selection is not only about pixels. Confirm how content will be published—local network, Wi‑Fi, USB, optional 4G or Nova Cloud depending on the exact generation—and whether synchronous playback is required.
Replacement & Generation
Do not infer TB40 specifications from a similarly named Plus/T-series model. Preserve the existing screen mapping and receiving-card configuration before replacing a Taurus player.
Comparison
TB40 vs Related Models
| Feature | TB40 | TB30 | TB50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role | Taurus multimedia player | Taurus multimedia player | Taurus multimedia player |
| Lifecycle | Current documented Taurus | Current Nova Cloud family | Current Nova Cloud family |
| Loading / capacity | 1.3 million pixels | 650,000 pixels | 1.3 million pixels |
| LED-side outputs | 2 × Gigabit Ethernet | Taurus LED outputs | Taurus LED outputs |
| Inputs / source side | Network / local playback | Network / local playback | Network / local playback |
The comparison is intended to show product role and generation differences. For legacy products with incomplete current documentation, exact specifications are intentionally not inferred from adjacent models.
Project checklist
Before Buying or Replacing TB40
Screen Resolution
Record total width × height, cabinet resolution and Ethernet-port mapping.
Receiving Cards
Identify the exact receiving-card model, hub board and current configuration file.
Video / Content Source
List the required video connectors or publishing method instead of assuming another model has the same inputs.
Software & Firmware
Match the controller/player generation before upgrading firmware or configuration software.
Replacement Goal
Decide whether you need a drop-in spare or a platform upgrade with new features.
Backup
Keep mapping, receiving-card parameters, firmware information and photos before service work.
FAQ
TB40 FAQ
What is TB40 used for?
TB40 is a Taurus multimedia player in the NovaStar ecosystem.
What is the loading capacity of TB40?
1.3 million pixels. Width/height, per-port and module-level limits must also be checked where applicable.
What are the main outputs?
2 × Gigabit Ethernet.
Can TB40 replace another controller/player/card?
Not automatically. Match product role, capacity, interfaces, receiving cards, software generation and existing configuration first.
Which related models should I compare?
TB30, TB50.
Technical references
Manufacturer Resources
Key specifications on this page were checked against manufacturer product pages, comparison pages, specifications or download resources where currently available.
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