Roland VC-300HD manual

Copyright © 2007 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Owner’s Manual 201b This manual describes the VC-300HD and the VC-200HD. When reading this manual, please note the following. • VC-300HD-specific features are marked with in th[...]

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilater[...]

3 Table of Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY .......................................4 IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................6 Features ....................................................................7 Checking the Included Items ..................................8 Basic Operation ................................. 9 Panel [...]

4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 001 • Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual. .......................................................................................................... 001-50 • Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. ...........[...]

USING THE UNIT SAFELY 5 012a • Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when: • The power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or • If smoke or unusual odor[...]

6 IMPORTANT NOTES 291b In addition to the items listed under “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on pages 2 and 4–5, please read and observe the following: 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerat[...]

7 Features HDV/DV Conversion Feature This converts analog component, DVI-I, or SDI (HD/SD) signals to HDV or DV in real time. It can also go the other way and convert HDV or DV streams to analog component, DVI, or SDI (HD/SD) signals. * Only the VC-300HD supports SDI signals. High-performance Scaler The unit has a built-in scaler that can convert i[...]

8 Checking the Included Items The VC-300HD/VC-200HD is packaged with the following items. Please check that all of the items are included. * If you find that any item is missing, contact the nearest authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country. VC-300HD / VC-200HD Power Cord * Use only the attached power-supply cord. Rubber Feet (4) * The r[...]

9 Basic Operation[...]

10 Panel Descriptions 1 i.LINK Connector (Front Panel) This connector handles the input/output of HDV/DV signals and allows for connection of HDV/DV video equipment. * Please do not use this together with the i.LINK connector (p. 13) on the rear panel of the unit. If they are used together, the connected video equipment may not operate properly. 2 [...]

11 Panel Descriptions 6 Display Shows the Status screens (four types) indicating the status of the unit. Pressing the PAGE button cycles you through the Status screens. The Menu screen is displayed by pressing MENU button. While the Menu screen is displayed, the MENU button is lit. 7 PAGE Button Pressed to select what is shown in the display, such [...]

12 Panel Descriptions 1 AC Inlet Accepts connection of the supplied power cord. 2 AUDIO OUTPUT Connectors CH1 and CH2 Connectors (XLR Type/Balanced Type) CH3 and CH4 Connectors (RCA Phono Type, Unbalanced Input) These connectors provide output of analog audio. Here is where you connect equipment such as monitoring speakers or a television, or a vid[...]

13 Panel Descriptions 10 TERMINATOR Switch Switch this on when you don’t want to loop-through the synchronizing signal from the REF OUTPUT connector. 11 REF OUTPUT Connector This is the loop through output connector for external synchronizing signals input via the REF INPUT connector. It is connected to the external synchronizing signal input con[...]

14 Connecting Connect the VC-200HD or VC-300HD in the way that is appropriate for the intended purpose. This section describes how the various connections need to be made, according to purpose. Connection Overview and Support Pages * The combinations indicated with in the chart are input/output that can be converted. * The input/output combinations[...]

15 Connecting HD component video can be converted to HDV, and the HD video can be recorded onto HDV tape. When recording HD component output from an HD video switcher, inexpensive HDV tape can be used. Connection and Configuration 1 Connect the HD video device to the COMPONENT INPUT connector using a BNC cable. * Make sure to connect the BNC cable [...]

16 Connecting 6 Select the output format. 6-1. Press the OUTPUT button until "300: Video Out Format" is shown in the display. 6-2. Use the VALUE/ENTER knob to select "1080/59.94i," "1080/50i," "720/59.94p," or "720/50p." 6-3. Press the VALUE/ENTER knob to confirm the selection. The video signal is o[...]

17 Connecting Since the VC-300HD/VC-200HD offers HD-SDI input, the HD-SDI or SDI from an HD video device can be converted to HDV. The output from the HD video switcher can be recorded in HDV, or the video from an HD video deck can be converted to HDV. Connection and Configuration 1 Connect the HD video device to the HD-SDI IN connector using a BNC [...]

18 Connecting 6 Select the output format. 6-1. Press the OUTPUT button until "300: Video Out Format" is shown in the display. 6-2. Use the VALUE/ENTER knob to select "1080/59.94i," "1080/50i," "720/59.94p," or "720/50p." 6-3. Press the VALUE/ENTER knob to confirm the selection. The video signal is o[...]

19 Connecting DVI or VGA output from a computer can be converted to HDV, and the high resolution images can be recorded to a video. Because the computer screen can be recorded in HD, small text and graphics do maintain clarity. * To input VGA output to the VC-300HD/VC-200HD, please use an RGB-DVI conversion connector and cable to convert to the DVI[...]

20 Connecting 6 Select the output format. 6-1. Press the OUTPUT button until "300: Video Out Format" is shown in the display. 6-2. Use the VALUE/ENTER knob to select "1080/59.94i," "1080/50i," "720/59.94p," or "720/50p." 6-3. Press the VALUE/ENTER knob to confirm the selection. The video signal is o[...]

21 Connecting When video recorded in HDV is converted to HD component, it can be used as HD analog video on an HD video device or in an HD linear editing environment. Connection and Configuration 1 Connect the HDV device to the i.LINK connector using a i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable. 2 Connect the HD video device to the COMPONENT OUTPUT connector using a [...]

22 Connecting 6 Select the output format. 6-1. Press the OUTPUT button until "300: Video Out Format" is shown in the display. 6-2. Use the VALUE/ENTER knob to select "1080/59.94i," "1080/50i," "720/59.94p," or "720/50p." 6-3. Press the VALUE/ENTER knob to confirm the selection. The video signal is o[...]

23 Connecting Video recorded in HDV can be converted to HD-SDI and copied to an HD video device, such as HDCAM or DVCPRO HD, or transmitted over a long distance. Connection and Configuration 1 Connect the HDV device to the i.LINK connector using a i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable. 2 Connect the HD video device to the COMPONENT OUTPUT connector using a BNC c[...]

24 Connecting 5 Select the output format. 5-1. Press the OUTPUT button until "300: Video Out Format" is shown in the display. 5-2. Use the VALUE/ENTER knob to select "1080/59.94i," "1080/50i," "720/59.94p," or "720/50p." 5-3. Press the VALUE/ENTER knob to confirm the selection. The video signal is o[...]

25 Connecting Attaching the Rubber Feet (included) Please attach the feet as necessary; for example, when using the VC-300HD/VC-200HD without mounting it in a rack. Remove the double-sided tape from the rubber feet, then affix them as shown in the figure below. * The rubber feet are arranged onto one pad. Please remove from the pad to use them. * W[...]

26 Basic Operations 941 ● Once the connections have been completed (p. 14), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. 942 ● This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) afte[...]

Basic Operations 27 This unit has several sound input connectors: AUDIO INPUT connectors, i.LINK connector, and HD-SDI connector (VC-300HD only). At the factory settings, the audio input connector appropriate for the video selected under "Selecting the video input connector" (p. 26) is selected. Use the following procedure to manually sel[...]

Basic Operations 28 The VC-300HD/VC-200HD can easily output test patterns or test tones. 1 Press the OUTPUT button until "390: Test Pattern" or "391: Test Tone" is shown in the display Press the PAGE button once to display the test pattern. Press the PAGE button twice to display the test tone. The OUTPUT button lights, and the s[...]

Basic Operations 29 The display shows the status of the device. It also shows the menu screens for the various settings. * The display may be difficult to read depending on the angle from which the unit is viewed. The character contrast on the display and brightness of the backlight are adjusted with the "900: LCD Contrast" and "901:[...]

Basic Operations 30 The Menu screen is shown on the display when the MENU button is pressed. Various settings for the VC-300HD/ VC-200HD are performed on the Menu screen. * See “Menus and settings” (p. 32) for items displayed on the Menu screen. Item Selection When the VALUE/ENTER knob is turned while an item number is blinking, the item number[...]

31 Appendices[...]

32 Menus and settings * See Menu Display and Operation (p. 30) for menu operations. 100–162 Input Parameter * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 100 Video Source Specifies connector from which video is to be input. [i.LINK]: Selects the i.LINK connector. COMPONENT: Sel[...]

33 Menus and settings 100–162 Input Parameter (continued) 200–275 Processing Parameter * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 161 In Ch1&2 NomLv Sets the input Nominal level for AUDIO INPUT connector CH1 and CH2. +4dBu, -2dBu, -4dBu, -10dBu: Larger numerical values[...]

34 Menus and settings 200–275 Processing Parameter (continued) * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. * For items 201-212 and 220-224, please adjust while confirming on a video monitor. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 210 Out Zoom Adjusts the magnification of the output video. 50–[100]–200%: Larger[...]

35 Menus and settings 200–275 Processing Parameter (continued) * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. 300–391 Output Parameter * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. * For items 350 and 351, please adjust while confirming on a monitor speaker. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 274 U[...]

36 Menus and settings 300–391 Output Parameter (continued) Note: For item numbers 351, 353, and 354, please adjust whilee confirming with headphones. Note: The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 390 Test Pattern Displays the test pattern. [Off]: No test pattern is displaye[...]

37 Menus and settings 400–452 SDI Parameter Note: The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. 900–999 System Parameter * The values enclosed in a [box] are the factory defaults. Item Number Item Name Description and Available Settings 400 SDI IN AudioCh Selects the channels to be used for conversion with "AUDIO PROCESSOR [CH A[...]

38 Input / Output Signal HDV (High Definition Video) is the standard term used for the format to record High-definition television (HDTV) onto DV tape used in digital video cameras. HDV uses MPEG-2 for video compression. DV uses a method that compresses each video frame individually, but HDV realizes high definition recording with the same data vol[...]

39 Installation and Maintenance The rack mounts fittings for this device can be installed or removed. Cautions regarding removing the rack mount fittings • Please use a Phillips screwdriver that fits the screw head (No. 2 screwdriver). If the screwdriver does not fit the screw head, then the screw head may become stripped. • To remove the screw[...]

40 Troubleshooting If damage is suspected, please check the following again. If the problem persists after checking the following, please consult with a service center (listed on the back of the warranty envelope) or the retailer from whom this device was purchased. No video is output ● Is the equipment properly connected? ➔ Check that all devi[...]

41 Main Specifications VC-200HD / VC-300HD: MULTI-FORMAT CONVERTER Video Input Format ❥ IEEE1394 (i.LINK) HDV: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p DV: 480/59.94, 576/50 ❥ Component Y/Pb/Pr: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 480/59.94i, 576/50i ❥ DVI-I Digital (RGB): 1600x1200/60Hz, 1400x1050/60/75Hz, 1280[...]

Main Specifications 42 Video Connectors IEEE1394 Connector(i.LINK) 6-pin Type, conforms to IEEE1394, HDV standards, Same connector on front and rear ❥ COMPONENT Input Connector HD/SD Y/Pb/Pr BNC Type 75 ohms, BiLevel, TriLevel Sync ❥ DVI-I Input Connector DVI 29pin single link RGB (8 bit each) Digital RGB dot clock: 25-161MHz (VGA to UXGA) Anal[...]

Main Specifications 43 VC-200HD Block Diagram COMPONENT IN DVI - I IN SDI IN HD - SDI Y CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 DIGITAL ANALOG Pb Pr Y CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 DIGITAL ANALOG Pb Pr REF IN AUDIO IN ( BALANCED )( Embedded Audio ) ( Embedded Audio )( BALANCED ) SDI Rx MODULE SDI Tx MODULE TC TC FRONT REAR SDI OUT HD - SDI DVI - I OUT COMPONEN T OUT REF OUT AUDIO OUT D[...]

Main Specifications 44 VC-300HD Block Diagram VC-300HD AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM VC-200HD AUDIO BLOCK DIAGRAM 450 SDI OUT Audio Ch 331 AudioOutCh3&4Lv 391 T est T one 160 AUDIO In Ch 160 AUDIO In Ch 150 Audio Source 400 SDI IN Audio Ch 170 DV In Audio Ch 330 AudioOutCh1&2Lv 150 Audio Source 170 DV In Audio Ch 351 Out Ch3&4 NomLv 350 Out Ch1&a[...]

Main Specifications 45 The following lists the video formats that can be output with the output connectors mounted on this device. indicates that the combination can be output. Output Format Support Chart Format/Output Connector i.LINK Connector COMPONENT OUT Connector DVI-I OUT Connector (digital) DVI-I OUT Connector (analog) HD-SDI OUT Connector [...]

46 Index Numerics 32 kHz .......................................................................... 27, 33 48 kHz ................................................................................ 33 A AC Inlet .............................................................................. 12 Audio Delay ...............................................[...]

47 This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. For EU Countries For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brou[...]

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