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The Complete Guide to LED Video Wall Calculations

Everything production professionals need to know about calculating LED video wall requirements. Power consumption, processor capacity, port loading, rigging, and viewing distance — with real formulas and worked examples.

25 min read · 5,500+ words · Intermediate
Pixel Pitch Power Processor Rigging Viewing Distance
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How LED video walls work from the ground up. SMD vs COB vs DIP, pixel pitch fundamentals, and key specs like brightness and refresh rate.
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Voltage, amperage, the 80% NEC rule, single vs three-phase, generator sizing, and safety protocols. The calculations that prevent circuit failures.
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How to choose the right processor. Port capacity, pixel loading, Novastar vs Brompton, Gigabit vs 10G fiber, and matching hardware to applications.
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WLL vs SWL vs MBL, the 5:1 safety factor, load paths, bridle angles, and how to work correctly with qualified riggers on LED installations.
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