NEXUS
MINI-T-NX
TCD/V3
TCD/NX
NET-164
NET-EC
MINI-T-NET
PLUS-BUS
PRO-BUS

Nexus Logo $7,995
The LEIGHTRONIX NEXUS® is truly an innovation in playback automation, combining digital video server technology, DVD and VCR control, video/audio switching/routing, and digital video messaging in one compact and affordable package. Fully integrated digital video recording and dual channel playback with support for legacy equipment is now within reach for any cable or broadcast television operation at an affordable price.
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Mini-T-NX Logo $3,495
LEIGHTRONIX introduces a new MINI-T event controller with digital video storage and playback, the MINI-T-NX. Like its predecessors, this fourth generation controller is truly affordable for any television operation, enabling those with limited budgets to take advantage of the many benefits of digital video playback automation. With thousands of LEIGHTRONIX MINI-T event controllers installed over the last two decades, the MINI-T-NX builds on the MINI-T tradition of low cost, ease of use, and reliability.
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  • Digital Video Playback
  • Optional Record Channel
  • MPEG File Transfer via High-Speed Ethernet
  • Internal Hard Drive Storage for Hundreds of Video Programs and Clips
  • Integrated Digital Video Messaging
  • Two Integrated Infrared Device Control Ports – IR Transmitters Included!
  • PRO-BUS Machine Control for up to 8 DVD Players, DVD Recorders, and VCRs
  • Internal Video/Audio Routing Switcher
  • Integrated 10/100BASE-T TCP/IP Network Port for Network Management and Control
  • WinLGX Control Software Included
  • Drag and Drop Scheduling Interface with Resource Management and Error Checking
TCD/V3 Logo $4,995
The TCD/V3™ was designed with a focus on multi-channel, server-driven systems, while still providing the convenience of backwards compatibility with DVD and tape-based resources.  Now you can have the power of drag and drop scheduling with full conflict recognition, a comprehensive resource library, and many other new features that command a wide variety of popular video servers, including the LEIGHTRONIX TCD/NX™ and TCD R/P™ servers as well as the 360 Systems® Image Servers.
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  • Advanced Video Server Control
  • Support for 16 Channels of Digital Video Playback from Multiple Video Servers
  • Interfaces with the LEIGHTRONIX TCD/NX™ Video Server as well as Third Party Servers, Including the Image Servers from 360 Systems®.
  • Playback and Recording Control
  • Automated Media Ingest from Tape and DVD
  • Digital Resource Management and Easy Playlist Development
  • JPEG Slide Show Control for TCD/NX Video Server
  • PLUS-BUS Control Bus for Full Function of RS-422 and RS-232 Devices with Status Control for Video Servers, DVD Players, VCRs, and More!
  • PRO-BUS Machine Control for up to 16 DVD Players/VCRs
  • DVply Control for Two DVD Players with Title:Chapter Access
  • Four Integrated Infrared Device Control Ports – IR Transmitters Included!
  • Control for Select External Routing Matrices
  • Support for External Routing Matrices up to 250 Inputs by 250 Outputs
  • User Defined Input/Output Aliases
  • WinLGX Control Software Included
  • Resource Library with Support for Mixed Media Formats (Digital Video, DVD, Videotape, and JPEG Video Slides (TCD/NX Video Server only)
  • Drag and Drop Scheduling Interface
  • Error Checking with Conflict Reporting
TCD/IP Logo $6,995
The TCD/NX™ is the second in the TCD series of specialized digital video recorder/players from LEIGHTRONIX. The TCD/NX builds upon the popular TCD R/P™ model, adding another channel for playback, file sharing via high-speed Ethernet, integrated digital video messaging, and expandable, external hard drive storage. The unique features of the TCD/NX and the price make it stand apart from other server solutions.
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  • Two MPEG Playback (Decoder) Channels
  • One MPEG Record (Encoder) Channel
  • Simultaneous Playback and Recording
  • Integrated 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Port for High-Speed MPEG File Transfer along with Network Management and Control
  • External Hard Drive Storage—up to One Terabyte!
  • Two Channels of Digital Video Messaging
  • Web Interface with Remote Slide Creation and Management
  • Easily Integrates with TCD/V3 and TCD/IP System Controllers
 
NET-164 Logo $4,995
The NET-164™ is the all-in-one solution for unattended device control and video/audio switching. Ideal for medium sized systems, the NET-164 is equipped with everything necessary to manage automated or remotely controlled operations. The NET-164 features PRO-BUS™ machine control, a powerful 16x4VAA true matrix routing switcher, network access and control, and two new DVply™ serial device ports for advanced control of DVD players with random title:chapter access.
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  • DVply Control for Two DVD Players with Title:Chapter Access
  • PRO-BUS Machine Control for up to 16 DVD Players/VCRs
  • Internal 16x4 Video and Stereo Audio Routing Switcher with Loss-Of-Video Detection and Vertical Interval Video Switching
  • Integrated 10/100BASE-T TCP/IP Network Port for Network Management and Control
  • WinNET Network Management Software Included
    • Event Scheduling with Resource Management and Error Checking
    • Immediate Control Panel with DVD/VCR/Switcher Control and System Status
NET-EC Logo $2,495
The LEIGHTRONIX NET-EC™ is the versatile solution for controlling external routing matrices along with devices. Unlike the other NET Series controllers from LEIGHTRONIX, the NET-EC is designed to interface with an external video/audio switching matrix. The NET-EC excels in applications requiring specialized signal switching requirements or where a routing switcher is already in place. The NET-EC features PRO-BUS™ machine control for basic DVD and videocassette control functions (PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and RECORD), plus two DVply™ control ports which support random DVD title:chapter access.
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  • DVply Control for Two DVD Players with Title:Chapter Access
  • PRO-BUS Machine Control for up to 16 DVD Players/VCRs
  • Control for Select Video/Audio Matrices up to 32 Inputs by 32 Outputs
  • Integrated 10/100BASE-T TCP/IP Network Port for Network Management and Control
  • WinNET Network Management Software Included
    • Event Scheduling with Resource Management and Error Checking
    • Immediate Control Panel with DVD/VCR/Switcher Control and System Status
MINI-T-NET Logo $995
The LEIGHTRONIX MINI-T-NET™ is the solution for low-cost, automated video/audio playback, recording, and switching. Representing the third generation of LEIGHTRONIX MINI-T Event Controllers, the MINI-T-NET continues the tradition of providing versatile, reliable, and powerful control at a sensible price. Standard features include LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS™ device control, internal video/audio switching, true stand-alone operation, the convenience of network manageability, and a full five-year warranty.
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  • PRO-BUS Machine Control for up to 8 DVD Players/VCRs
  • Internal 8x1 Video and Audio Switcher with Loss-of-Video Detection
  • Integrated 10/100BASE-T TCP/IP Network Port for Network Management and Control
  • WinNET Network Management Software Included
    • Event Scheduling with Resource Management and Error Checking
    • Immediate Control Panel with DVD/VCR/Switcher Control and System Status
PLUS-BUS Logo
The LEIGHTRONIX PLUS-BUS device control bus is designed for use with the TCD/V3 and TCD/IP system controllers. Individual device interfaces provide advanced status and device control capabilities for popular video servers, DVD players, and VCRs.
PLUS-BUS Interfaces
DVD Compatibility
  • Full Function Device Control
  • Control for a Variety of Playback and Recording Devices
    • RS-422 Controlled VCRs
    • Single and Multi-Disc DVD Players
    • Broadcast Video/Audio Servers
  • Control for 16 Devices
  • User-Configurable Device Labeling
  • Automatic Interface Detection and Addressing
  • Continuous Bus Monitoring with Device Failure Reporting
  • 100% Self-Contained Bus Includes Control and Power
  • Easy Installation and Maintenance
PRO-BUS Logo
Whether it be for automated ingest of media into a server or on-air playback, device control still plays a critical role in automated television and private communication networks. For maximum flexibility within an automated system, the LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS provides control for a wide range of devices, including DVD players and VCRs. The PRO-BUS is supported by all current LEIGHTRONIX controllers.
DVD Compatibility
VCR Compatibility
  • Four-Function Control (PLAY, STOP, REWIND, and RECORD)
  • Individual or Combined Addressing for Group Control
  • Interface Types
    • Infrared (Adhesive Ring)
    • Wired (Mini-Plug and RCA-Plug)
    • Parallel (Multi-Pin)
    • Serial (RS-422)