Datavideo SE-2850-12 Users Manual

HD/SD 12-CHANNEL DIGITAL VIDEO SWITCHER

SE-2850

( 8 / 12 CHANNEL )

Instruction Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................ 2

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ........................................................................................................................ 4

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................... 4

WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

STANDARD WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................... 5

THREE YEAR WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................................... 5

DISPOSAL ......................................................................................................................................................... 6

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 7

1.1 FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................. 7

1.2 SYSTEM DIAGRAM ...................................................................................................................................... 9

CHAPTER 2 CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS ............................................................................................ 10

2.1 MAIN UNIT – FRONT PANEL....................................................................................................................... 10

2.2 MAIN UNIT – REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................... 10

2.2.1 Rear Panel Connections .................................................................................................................. 11

2.3 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................... 14

2.3.1 Video Switching ............................................................................................................................... 14

Program and Preset rows .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Background ............................................................................................................................................................... 15

2.3.2 Video Transitions ............................................................................................................................ 15

Transition Selection ................................................................................................................................................... 15

Triggering the Transition ........................................................................................................................................... 16

2.3.3 Logo and Clock ................................................................................................................................ 17

2.3.4 Picture-in-Picture and Downstream Key ......................................................................................... 18

2.3.5 Frame Store and Audio Control ....................................................................................................... 19

2.3.6 Crosspoint ........................................................................................................................................... 20

2.3.7 OSD MENU Options ......................................................................................................................... 20

2.3.8 PC Control – SE Remote Software ................................................................................................... 24

SET Function .............................................................................................................................................................. 25

REC & PLAY Functions ............................................................................................................................................... 26

Software-based Macro Functions.............................................................................................................................. 26

TIME Function ........................................................................................................................................................... 26

CHAPTER 3 SWITCHER CONFIGURATION UTILITY (SECONFIG SOFTWARE)............................................... 27

3.1 NETWORK SETUP ..................................................................................................................................... 27

3.2 CONNECTING THE SECONFIG SOFTWARE TO THE SWITCHER ............................................................................. 30

3.2.1 Change the Switcher IP Address ...................................................................................................... 31

3.3 SWITCHER TAB ......................................................................................................................................... 32

3.3.1 Profiles ............................................................................................................................................ 32

3.4 SETTINGS TAB .......................................................................................................................................... 32

3.4.1 Inputs tab ........................................................................................................................................ 33

3.4.2 Audio Tab ........................................................................................................................................ 34

3.4.3 Video XPT Tab ................................................................................................................................. 36

3.4.4 Common Setup ................................................................................................................................ 38

3.4.5 Outputs Tab .................................................................................................................................... 42

3.5 IMAGES UPLOAD TAB ................................................................................................................................ 43

3.5.1 Still Pictures ..................................................................................................................................... 43

3.5.2 Logos ............................................................................................................................................... 44

3.5.3 Dynamic Logo ................................................................................................................................. 45

3.6 MULTI SCREEN WINDOW SIGNS (LABELS) TAB ................................................................................................. 46

3.7 MULTIVIEW LAYOUT TAB ........................................................................................................................... 47

3.8 MULTIVIEW UPLOAD TABS (A / B / C) ......................................................................................................... 47

CHAPTER 4 SWITCHER VIDEO .................................................................................................................. 49

4.1 HDMI MULTI-VIEW ................................................................................................................................. 49

4.2 VIDEO LAYERS ......................................................................................................................................... 50

CHAPTER 5 AUDIO FUNCTION ................................................................................................................. 52

5.1 OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................................. 52

5.2 AUDIO MENU OPTIONS – DE-EMBEDDING SDI OR HDMI AUDIO ...................................................................... 52

5.3 AUDIO MENU OPTIONS – MONITORING THE AUDIO LEVELS .............................................................................. 54

5.4 AUDIO MENU OPTIONS – CHANGING THE AUDIO INPUT LEVEL .......................................................................... 55

5.5 WORKING WITH A FIXED OR SINGLE AUDIO SOURCE ......................................................................................... 55

5.6 SWITCHING BETWEEN DIFFERENT EMBEDDED AUDIO SOURCES ........................................................................... 55

5.7 AUDIO DELAY .......................................................................................................................................... 56

CHAPTER 6 APPLICATIONS ...................................................................................................................... 57

6.1 PICTURE-IN-PICTURE FUNCTION ................................................................................................................. 57

6.2 DOWN STREAM KEYER .............................................................................................................................. 58

6.3 SE-2850 AND CG SETUP .......................................................................................................................... 59

CHAPTER 7 APPENDICES.......................................................................................................................... 62

APPENDIX 1 UPGRADING SE-2850 TO 12 CHANNELS ............................................................................................. 62

APPENDIX 2 TALLY OUTPUTS .............................................................................................................................. 64

APPENDIX 3 GPI / GPO CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................ 65

APPENDIX 4 FIRMWARE UPDATE ......................................................................................................................... 66

T-Bar Re-Calibration ..................................................................................................................................... 68

APPENDIX 5 FREQUENTLY-ASKED QUESTIONS ........................................................................................................ 70

APPENDIX 6 DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT ................................................................................................................... 71

APPENDIX 7 SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................... 72

SERVICE AND SUPPORT .................................................................................................................................. 73

Disclaimer of Product & Services

The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors, omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo Technologies always recommend that you double check the information in this document for accuracy before making any purchase decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained within this manual. Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

Warnings and Precautions

1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.

3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this unit in or near water.

5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious

damage.

6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for ventilation. To

ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the

marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the power

cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.

9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the ampere

ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord rating.

10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet

do not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.

12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this

product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions:

a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed; b. When liquid has spilled into the unit; c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water; d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit and

may often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;

e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged; f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for

service.

Warranty

Standard Warranty

• Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one year

from the date of purchase.

• The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied at the

time of any request for repair under warranty.

• Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is not

covered under warranty.

• Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered under warranty.

• Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations, which are

not required by our computer systems, are not covered under warranty.

• All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the owner.

• All other claims of any nature are not covered.

• Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty.

• Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.

• Your statutory rights are not affected.

Three Year Warranty

• All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017 are qualified for

a free two years extension to the standard warranty, providing the product is registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.

• Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD drives, Hard Drive,

Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera module, PCIe Card are covered for the first 10000 hours, or 1 year (whichever comes first).

Any three-year warranty claims must be made to your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized Distributors before the extended warranty expires.

Disposal

For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste

equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of this page. The letters "CE" are the abbreviation of French phrase "Conformité Européene" which literally means "European Conformity". The term initially used was "EC Mark" and it was officially replaced by "CE Marking" in the Directive

93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE Marking" is now used in all EU official documents.

Chapter 1 Introduction

SE-2850 is a multi-definition switcher designed for productions requiring 8 to 12 channels of HD or SD inputs. Being one of Datavideo’s most flexible switcher solutions, the SE-2850 is able to accept inputs in varying combinations of HD/SD SDI and HDMI. It is ready for every live production, giving producers the opportunity to output graphics with rich, visually appealing programming.

The SE-2850’s audio functionality allows it to connect an external mixer for a complete sound control. The SE-2850 also features all channel audio de-embedding and audio delay, and 4 dedicated XLR inputs. As an integrated Multimedia mixer, the SE-2850 can switch between up to 12 audio sources.

In addition to producing superb 4:2:2 10 bit broadcast quality pictures with versatile input/output configurations, the SE-2850 also has powerful, easy-to-use effects, such as dual picture in picture (PIP), downstream keyer (DSK), logo insertion and built-in title overlay system for the entry level Datavideo CG systems.

That’s Datavideo, sharing the value!

1.1 Features

1. Supports 8 (Standard) or 12 (Maximum) HD/SD Inputs.

Standard: 8 Inputs

- 8 SDI

- Different combinations of SDI and HDMI inputs (2 SDI/HDMI Selectable Ports)

Maximum: 12 Inputs

- 12 SDI

- Different combinations of SDI and HDMI inputs (3 SDI/HDMI Selectable Ports)

2. Six user defined output options on four SDI output channels

3. User defined and positioned dual PIP.

4. Two downstream keyers (DSK) with a setup choice of basic Luma key or alpha channel.

5. Built-in title overlay system (TC-200) that works with entry level Datavideo CG systems.

6. Two independent LOGOS. User choice from seven stored logos for insertion on preview

and program outputs.

7. One dynamic logo or moving image sequence. File type can be TGA, GIF or AVI up to 75

frames long.

8. CLOCK to Program out (HH:MM); will be replaced by one logo.

9. Frame Store (FS) source for each input channel. User can quickly toggle between a pre-

loaded still image and the connected live source.

10. Real-time clock featuring HH:MM:SS on the multi-screen.

11. Count down counter MM:SS. User defined countdown timer for each input shown within

the HDMI Multi-view output.

12. User defined wipe buttons - choice of 17 wipes with optional border.

13. Powerful multi-screen via HDMI outputs. 3 way operation such as one or two monitors at

1920 x 1080i resolution.

14. Support XPT cross point: XPT Video and XPT Audio.

15. Audio delay for each de-embedded audio source.

16. SMPTE/ EBU Audio selectable via OSD.

17. Two Audio output modes (Selectable on OSD):

- “External analog Audio” - SDI embedded audio output is derived from two stereo pairs

from 4 analog audio inputs

- “Audio Pass Through” - SDI embedded audio output is internal digital stereo pair

18. Audio peak meters displayed on HDMI Multi-view gives confidence of outgoing audio.

19. Remote control over an Ethernet network using a supplied PC application running on

Windows 7 Operating System or above.

20. Separate, rack mountable processing unit.

21. Cross Reference: Black burst or Tri-Level Sync Reference (Setup via OSD menu).

22. Two GPI modes: Level / Pulse trigger selectable.

23. Color Control keyboard key.

1.2 System Diagram

Chapter 2 Connections and Controls

Input 1 – SD / HD-SDI

13.

Connect the SE-2850 keyboard here

Input 2 – SD / HD-SDI

14.

External Sync Input

Input 3 – SD / HD-SDI

15.

User Defined SDI Outputs 1~4

Input 4 – SD / HD-SDI / HDMI

16.

Sync Output / Ref Loop

Input 5 – SD / HD-SDI

17.

User Defined Multi view Outputs

Input 6 – SD / HD-SDI

18.

Ethernet port for PC control & updates

Input 7 – SD / HD-SDI

19.

Tally Output connector

Input 8 – SD / HD-SDI / HDMI

20.

GPI connector

Input 9 – SD / HD-SDI**

21.

RS-422 connector (not currently used)

10.

Input10 – SD / HD-SDI**

22.

4pin XLR Power Input connector

11.

Input11 – SD / HD-SDI**

23.

Grounding Terminal

12.

Input12 – SD / HD-SDI / HDMI**

24.

3pin XLR Audio Inputs

25.

3pin XLR Audio Outputs

2 3 4

8 9 10

2.1 Main Unit – Front Panel

The front panel on the SE-2850 main unit has a grille for two airflow cooling fans. Please do not block or cover this grille as the unit may overheat. This grille should also be kept free of dust. The front panel can be removed by removing the four thumbscrews. A soft brush or cloth can then be used to clean the grille before attaching it back to the unit.

The power button starts and shuts down both the SE-2850 main unit and its attached keyboard.

2.2 Main Unit – Rear Panel Overview

** Please note inputs 9 to 12 are not present if you have purchased the eight channel SE-

2850. Eight channel units can be upgraded to twelve inputs, please speak with your local dealer.

2.2.1 Rear Panel Connections

Video Input Modules (1 – 12)

o Input Module (shown left) has the same connections, four BNC connectors and one

An SE-2850 with twelve input channels has

channel unit can be upgraded to twelve

SD Inputs

SDI

BNC

HDMI

1, 5 & 9

Yes

---

2, 6 & 10

Yes

---

3, 7 & 11

Yes

---

4, 8 & 12

Yes

1920x1080i

HD Inputs

HD-SDI

BNC

1, 5 & 9

Yes

---

2, 6 & 10

Yes

---

3, 7 & 11

Yes

---

4, 8 & 12

Yes

The two tables, on the left, show which types

2850 switcher. For example, only input

SYNC I/O (14 / 16)

studio equipment such as cameras or

The SE-2850 can be supplied with eight or twelve video input channels.

An SE-2850 with eight input channels (Input 1 to 8) has two video input modules installed.

There are four video input channels on each Video Input Module. Each Vide

HDMI port. The fourth BNC connector and the HDMI port are an option for the same input channel.

three video input modules installed. An eight

HDMI

inputs by adding another Video Input Module (Input 9 to 12).

of video inputs can be connected to the SE-

channels 4, 8 and 12 have the HDMI input option.

NOTE: This switcher cannot accept 1080P or 1280x720P or 1440x1080i inputs and has no computer input scaling options.

NOTE: Please perform a factory reset on your machine if there is any change in the frame rate (for example 1080i50  1080i59).

The SE-2850 can be synchronized with other studio equipment such as cameras. REF IN (14) will accept Tri-level sync. REF LOOP (16) can be used to pass the sync signal to other

recorders.

CONSOLE (13)

This 9pin D-Sub connector (13)

is used to

HDMI MULTIVIEW OUT (17)

which can be used to display a preset combination of inputs plus program and

SDI VIDEO OUTPUTS (15)

defined SDI outputs. Each of these SDI

be a Program output which has been

ETHERNET PORT (18)

is used to

2850 to a PC for remote

AUDIO OUT (25)

for more

AUDIO IN (24)

for more

connect the Control Panel / Keyboard to the rear of the SE-2850 Main Processing unit.

The SE-2850 has two HDMI outputs (17)

preset.

See the section on HDMI Multi-View for the five preset multi-view options.

The four BNC output connectors (15) are user

outputs has the option to be:

1. Program output

2. Preview output

3. Program output without logo

4. Program output without logo and DSK

5. Aux output of a selected input channel

SDI outputs 2 and 3 also have the option to

downscaled from HD to SD resolution.

This RJ45 Ethernet port (18) connect the SEcontrol, or to update the unit’s firmware, or to configure the switcher. See Chapter 3 for more details.

Supports two channels of the XLR Balanced Audio output.

See Chapter 5 Audio Function details.

Supports four channels of the XLR Balanced Audio Input.

See Chapter 5 Audio Function details.

TALLY OUT (19)

The SE-2850 Tally Output port provides bi-

GPI (20)

The GPI socket can be used for simple

RS-422 REMOTE (21)

.8 SE

DC IN (22)

Grounding Terminal (23)

When connecting this unit to any other component, make sure that it is properly

colour tally information to a number of other Datavideo products, such as the ITC-100 eight channel talkback system or the Datavideo TLM range of monitors.

See Appendix 2 for more details.

external control.

See Appendix 3 for more details.

In addition to the Ethernet port for remote control, you can also connect your PC to this port for controlling the SE-2850 with the SE Remote software. See Section 2.3

Remote Control Software for details.

Please check with your local Datavideo office for advice on this connection.

Connect the supplied 12V 5A PSU to this 4pin XLR socket.

Pin 1 = GND ( - ) Pin 2 = NC Pin 3 = NC Pin 4 = VCC ( + )

grounded by connecting this terminal to an appropriate point. When connecting, use the socket and be sure to use wire with a crosssectional area of at least 1.0 mm2.

2.3 Control Panel Overview

Frame Store & AUX button

Speed Selection

Crosspoint buttons

AUTO TAKE

PC / Menu control

10.

FTB – Fade To Black

Transition selection

11.

CUT

Logos 1 & 2, Clock & Timer

12.

T-Bar – Manual Transitions

PIP selection PST & PGM

13.

Preset Row (PST)

DSK selection PST & PGM

14.

Program Row (PGM)

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2.3.1 Video Switching

Program and Preset rows

The Program row of buttons is the active channel, this is the live output. The active channel will appear as the Program Output (PGM). You can switch or CUT from one video source to another directly on the Program row. You will see the multi view PGM output change as you press different keys along this top row of buttons.

The Preset row is the cued channel, this channel will appear in the PST or Preview window.

INV

direction.

FIX / A+V

Audio-F-Video (A+V).

The Preset row selection decides which input will be transitioned next when using any of the transition controls.

Note: The keys on the Program and Preset rows will be inactive while the T-Bar is active or moving. Only when the T-Bar is fully up or fully down will the keys respond.

Background

The Background button assigns a background colour or SMPTE 75% bars for use on the Program and Preset row.

2.3.2 Video Transitions

The SE-2850 features six user defined wipe buttons, an A/B dissolve or MIX button, an INV or Invert wipes button and a FREEZE button.

All wipes can have an optional colour border applied. The wipe border width and colour are chosen within the menu system.

Transitions can be performed manually using the T-Bar or automatically by using the SPEED and AUTO TAKE buttons.

Transition Selection

1. Vertical Wipe Left to Right.

Horizontal Wipe Top to

2. Bottom.

Vertical Wipes from Centre to

3. Left and Right sides.

Invert the selected wipe so it travels in the opposite

MIX

Pressing this button selects a basic A/B Dissolve for the next transition.

Horizontal Wipes from Centre to

4. Top and Bottom.

Circle Wipe from Centre to

5. outside edges.

Diamond Wipe from Centre to

6. outside edges.

Switch the audio mixing option between Audio Fixed and

FREEZE Freeze the program source image or return to live video of

the selected program source.

Transition Effect Indication

The selected transition will be indicated in

direction icon.

SPEED

AUTO TAKE

CUT

FTB

T-Bar

the status area of the HDMI multi-view output. When the INV button is pressed, the six wipe icons change to their opposite

Triggering the Transition

There are three speed buttons which can be defined by the user. By pressing a speed button the user is choosing the rate of transition or time taken when using the AUTO TAKE button.

This performs an automated switch from the current program source to the selected preset source. The selected transition wipe or dissolve will also be used. The timing of the transition is set by the chosen Speed button.

This performs a simple immediate switch from the current main source to the selected sub source. The selected transition wipe or dissolve is not used.

Fade To Black, this button fades the current video program source to black. When pressed again it acts in reverse from complete black to the currently selected program video source.

This performs a manually controlled transition from the current program source to the selected preset source. The selected transition wipe or dissolve will be used. When the T-Bar has travelled as far as it can go, the transition between sources is complete. The T-Bar has indicators next to it, which light when the transition is complete.

The T-Bar can be operated in one of two modes which is chosen by a menu option, see the section on OSD MENU

options for more details.

2.3.3 Logo and Clock

The SE-2850 has the ability to store six static logos and one dynamic logo. The logo files are transferred to the SE-2850 from a Windows PC using the Ethernet connection and the supplied SEConfig software. See Chapter 3 for more details on using this software.

LOGO 1 The LOGO 1 and LOGO 2 buttons are used to display preselected logos on the SE-2850 Preset and Program outputs. When the button is active the selected logo is shown. These logos are selected from the switcher’s memory and positioned

using a menu option see the section on OSD MENU options for details.

LOGO 2 or CLOCK The user cannot display LOGO 2 and CLOCK at the same time. Instead use LOGO 1 and CLOCK together or use LOGO 1 and LOGO 2 together.

The clock time can be synchronized with a computer or set manually using a menu option. The colour and font used in the clock digits can be changed using the supplied SEConfig software. See Chapter 3 for more details on using this software or see OSD MENU Options onwards for the Clock menu options.

TIMER In some mixing or switching applications it is useful to have a countdown timer. It could be that the input is a pre-recorded video clip and you need to know when to be ready to switch away from it.

This countdown timer function is only seen in the status area of the HDMI multi-view output to the right of the normal Clock function. The timer can be selected for one input channel, several channels or all channels.

When the TIMER button is active and the user switches to a selected input channel, the countdown starts on the HDMI multi-view.

When the TIMER button is active on the selected PGM channel, the countdown timer starts on the PGM display after the user switches to the selected PGM channel.

The value of the countdown, in minutes and seconds (MM:SS), is set by a menu option. Whilst the countdown is in progress, T-Bar operation is ignored.

When the countdown reaches zero, the user can then switch or transition to another input channel. If the countdown reaches zero the switcher will not automatically change to the selected Preset source.

2.3.4 Picture-in-Picture and Downstream Key

PIP Preset and PIP Program

When looking at the top right corner of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard there are four PIP keys. These are labelled Program and Preset. The upper PIP1 and PIP2 keys relate to activating Picture In Picture images on the Program outputs. The lower PIP1 and PIP2 keys relate to activating Picture In Picture images on the Multi-view or Preview outputs.

Assigning a video source input to a PIP

Using the lower PIP1 or PIP2 buttons you can assign a selected video input to the chosen PIP video layer.

1. First press and hold down the required PIP button on the lower row. The Preset row

of input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the PIP button, press to select the required input from the

Preset row.

3. The input will flash to confirm it is selected.

This selection will also be confirmed on the HDMI Multi-view, with a PiP1 or PiP2 label shown next to the selected input image.

The full PIP process is described in the section on Picture-In-Picture Function.

DSK Preset and DSK Program

When looking at the top right corner of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard there are four DSK keys. These are labelled Program and Preset. The upper DSK1 and DSK2 keys relate to activating Down Stream Keying on the Program outputs. The lower DSK1 and DSK2 keys relate to activating Down Stream Keying on the Multi-view or Preview outputs.

Assigning an input to a DSK channel for keying

Using the lower DSK1 or DSK2 buttons you can assign a selected video input to the chosen DSK video layer.

1. First press and hold down the required DSK button on the lower row. The Preset row

of input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the DSK button, press to select the required input from the

Preset row.

3. The input will flash to confirm it is selected.

This selection will also be confirmed on the HDMI Multi-view, with a T1 or T2 label shown next to the selected input image.

The full DSK process is described in the section on DSK Settings.

2.3.5 Frame Store and Audio Control

FS – Frame Store Button

The SE-2850 has eight or twelve video channels, depending on the number of inputs it has. Each of these channels has its own Frame Store, making a total of eight or twelve Frame Stores. Each of these Frame Stores can hold

one still image. This still image can be called into the production by using the FS button located at the top left corner of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard. The FS button allows the user to toggle between the still image of the Frame Store or the live video input also connected to that same video channel.

How to choose live video input or Frame Store

1. First press and hold down the FS button. The Preset row of input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the FS button, press the required input on the Preset row.

3. The input button will flash to confirm the Frame Store is selected.

This selection will also be confirmed on the HDMI Multi-view, with the selected channel showing the live input or frame store image.

The content of each Frame Store is uploaded to the SE-2850 from a PC. The supplied SEConfig software is used to do this. The file upload process is described in Chapter 3.

AUX Source Selection The auxiliary output (AUX) allows you to fix the SDI output onto a

particular input source. The SE-2850 has four user defined SDI outputs, see Section 2.2.1 item 15. One or all of these outputs can be set up as an auxiliary (AUX) output via a menu option. See OSD MENU Options onwards for details.

The AUX output source can be quickly selected in the following way.

1. First press and hold down the AUX button. The Input 1 and 2 buttons of the Program

row will light up red.

2. While still holding down the AUX button, press either the Input 1 button or the Input

2 button on the Program row.

3. The pressed input button (1 or 2) on the Program row will now flash red along with

one of the input buttons on the Preset row flashing green. The rest of the input buttons on the Preset row will remain solid green.

4. The green flashing button on the Preset row indicates the selected source of the AUX

output. To change the source, simply press other input buttons.

When you see the selected input button flashing green, your AUX output source is now assigned and you may release the AUX button to complete the AUX source selection.

2.3.6 Crosspoint

XPT Video

4. The input button will flash to confirm the selected video source.

XPT Audio

4. The input button will flash to confirm the selected audio source.

Version Number

Version Number xx.xx where xx.xx is the firmware version number.

Base Standard

1080i50Hz

1080i60Hz

1080i59.94Hz

Audio Dynamic Range

Audio Tract

Assigning video source, and channel setting according to your preference. The XPT Video source can be quickly selected in the following way.

1. First press and hold down the XPT VIDEO button. The Program

row of input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the XPT VIDEO button, press the

required input on the Program row.

3. After pressing the required input on the program row, the Preset

row of input sources will light. While still holding down the XPT

Assigning audio source, and channel setting according to your preference. The XPT Audio source can be quickly selected in the following way.

1. First press and hold down the XPT AUDIO button. The Program row of input

sources will light.

2. While still holding down the XPT AUDIO button, press the required input on

the Program row.

3. After pressing the required input on the program row, the Preset row of input

sources will light. While still holding down the XPT AUDIO button, press the required input on the Preset row.

VIDEO button, press the required input on the Preset row.

2.3.7 OSD MENU Options

When the ENTER button is pressed the Main Menu list is displayed on the HDMI 1 Multi-view output.

This section covers the Menu options in the order that they appear on the SE-2850 HDMI 1 Multi-view. These settings may also appear in more detail elsewhere in this instruction manual. Options may vary depending on the firmware version in use.

Once the chosen setting has been confirmed with the ENTER

button it is stored within the switcher’s non-volatile memory.

Tick selection for ON or OFF

Audio Dynamic Range

EXTERNAL ANALOG AUDIO

Tick selection for ON or OFF

AUDIO PASS THROUGH

On Preview Video Adjustment

Brightness

72 to 184, default 128

Select the input that you

reduced.

Contrast

36 to 92, default 64

Saturation

36 to 92, default 64

Aperture

0 to 3

Y-C Delay

0 to 7

Video Input Standard and Format

Can be a choice of

SD SDI 16:9

Can be a choice of

*All HD inputs are natively 16:9 aspect ratio.

On Preview Audio Level and Delay

Level

Range +60 to -60

AUDIO DELAY

Range 0 to 16

Nominal

Resets value to 00

SDI De-Emb. Audio Group / Pair

User choice of

PAIR: 1-2

HDMI De-Emb. Audio Group

Input 4 / 8 / 12

User choice of GROUP 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Outputs SDI Re-Emb. Group

Output 1 / 2 / 3 /4

User choice of GROUP 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Auto Audio Mixing Type

X-Type

Tick selection / X type = A/B cross fade

Set to Norminal Reset to default values

HD SDI 1080i * HD SDI 1080p (50/59/60Hz) *

Inputs 1,2,3,5,6,7,9, 10&11

HD SDI 1080p (25/29/30Hz) * HD SDI 720p (50/59/60Hz) *

SD SDI 4:3

HD SDI 1080i * HD SDI 1080p (50/59/60Hz) * HD SDI 1080p (25/29/30Hz) * HD SDI 720p (50/59/60Hz) *

SD SDI 4:3 SD SDI 16:9

Inputs 4,8 &12

HD HDMI 1080i HD HDMI 1080p (50/59/60Hz) HD HDMI 1080p (25/29/30Hz) HD HDMI 720p(50/59/60Hz)

SD HDMI 4:3 SD HDMI 16:9 HDMI COLOR MODE: RGB / YUV 4:2:2 / YUV 4:4:4 / CG-200 MODE

want to adjust in the PVW window.

This is a fine adjustment, the change happens gradually as the value is increased or

Input 1 – 12

GROUP: 1-4

V-Type

Tick selection / V type = Fade out A then Fade in B

T-Bar Audio Mixing Type

Follow Auto (X or V) Type

Tick selection / use the option enabled in Auto Audio Mixing Type

By the End

Tick selection / clean cut or immediate audio switch

PIP Set Up

Horizontal Position (Left to Right)

Vertical Position (Lower to Upper)

Size PIP 1

1 (Small) – 33 (Large)

Width

00-05

1-8

8=Black

Horizontal Position (Left to Right)

Vertical Position (Lower to Upper)

Size PIP 2

1 (Small) – 33 (Large)

Width

00-05

1-8

8=Black

Logo Set Up

01-08

moving image

Horizontal Position (Left to Right)

Vertical Position (Lower to Upper)

01-08

moving image

Horizontal Position (Left to Right)

Vertical Position (Lower to Upper)

Speed Button Set Up

Position PIP 1

000-097

000-108

Border PIP 1

Position PIP 2

Border PIP 2

Logo 1

Color

Select

1=White, 2=Yellow, 3=Cyan, 4=Green, 5=Magenta, 6=Red, 7=Blue,

000-097

000-108

1=White, 2=Yellow, 3=Cyan, 4=Green, 5=Magenta, 6=Red, 7=Blue,

Logo selection 1 to 7 are still image Logo 8 selection is dynamic

Select

Logo 2

000-110

000-135

Logo selection 1 to 7 are still image Logo 8 selection is dynamic

000-110

000-135

Speed 1

1-64 (Frames)

Speed 2

1-64 (Frames)

Speed 3

1-64 (Frames)

Wipe Button Set Up

Button 1-6

WIPE

1-8

Soft Edge

0-4

1-8

8=Black

Outputs Mode and Standard

HD SDI

SD SDI 4:3

SD SDI 16:9

Program

Program logo free

Program logo & DSK free

Preview

AUX 1

AUX 2

DSK Set Up

Fill & Key mode

Alpha channel

Luma Key mode

Luma Key level

0 (black) to 255 (white)

BG Color (1-8) and Color Bar (9)

Background Color Settings

7=Blue, 8=Black, 9 = SMPTE 75% colour bars

T-Bar Mode

One Way Mode

= T-Bar operates transition in only one direction

Two Way Mode

= T-Bar operates transition in both directions

1kHz to Color Bar

Tick selection for ON or OFF

Keys Brightness

Keyboard button brightness with user choice of 1 to 4 1 = Low, 4 = High

Multi-Screen Audio Indicators

Reference

Tick selection for ON or OFF

H-Timing

0-255

Output 1/2/3/4

DSK 1 / 2

Color

Standard & Format

Mode

1=White, 2=Yellow, 3=Cyan, 4=Green, 5=Magenta, 6=Red, 7=Blue,

1-9

1=White, 2=Yellow, 3=Cyan, 4=Green, 5=Magenta, 6=Red,

1-4

Tick selection for ON or OFF

External Reference

HD: Analog 3 Level Signal

Mode

SD: Composite Signal

Factory Settings

Tick selection for ON or OFF

Resets to factory default

Clock Settings

Horizontal Position (Left to Right)

Vertical Position (Lower to Upper)

SET Hours

0-23

SET Minutes

0-59

Clear Seconds

Tick selection for clearing second

Multi Screen Mode

This option relates to the HDMI outputs 1 and 2.

A: M1=PVW+PGM+3 IN; M2=9 IN

B: M1=PVW+PGM+12 IN; M2=PGM

C: M1=PVW+PGM+8 IN; M2=PGM

D: M1=PVW+PGM+12 IN; M2=M1

E: M1=PVW+PGM+8 IN; M2=M1

GPI Settings

Input Select

00-12

Chosen input number

Time Delay

In frames between 1 to 75

Mode

Tick selection for ON or OFF

Countdown Timer Settings

Each input can be selected for Count Down ON or OFF.

If Count Down is ON then

or 00:15

Multi-Screen Audio Source

Preview

Tick selection of Program or Preview audio on the HDMI outputs

Program

Control Interface

Ethernet

RS422

000-110

000-124

Level Mode

Pulse Mode

Input 1-12

2.3.8 PC Control – SE Remote Software

It is possible to control the SE-2850 with a Windows 7 computer using an Ethernet connection. The SE Remote software supplied with the switcher needs to be installed on the computer first. The SE-2850 then needs to be placed into PC Control mode. To do this press the PC Control button on the SE-2850 Control Panel. Once launched, the Remote software displays an image of the SE-2850’s keyboard as shown below. Any active functions or selections will

Count Down Enable

Down Counter Value

Tick selection for ON or OFF

the Down Counter value is set in minutes and seconds (MM:SS) - Max.= 1 Hour or 60:00, Default = 15 Seconds

be shown with a red button or key. These buttons or keys can be clicked with a mouse or alternatively you could use a touch screen monitor.

Before launching the SE Remote software, please see Chapter 3 Switcher Configuration

Utility for network setup information.

NOTE: It is not possible to run both the SEConfig and SE Remote software applications at the

same time.

SET Function

After the network connection between the PC and the SE-2850 is successfully configured, you can then launch the SE Remote software on the PC. Locate SET function button which is located just above the T-Bar. When clicked a new window will open as shown below. This Settings window is used to match the software to the IP address of the connected SE-2850 switcher.

Enter the switcher’s IP address and then click the “Check” button to determine the switcher model number by selecting it from the “Model” pull-down menu. Once configured, click the

OK button to shut down to “Settings” window and the SE Remote software should be successfully connected to the SE-2850 as shown in the diagram below.

REC & PLAY Functions

Left mouse click the grey REC button and it will light up red. All of your actions when using the Remote Console will now be recorded to file. The only action that will not be recorded is the T-Bar, use the CUT or AUTO TAKE buttons instead. The function buttons just above the TBar as listed on this page are also ignored.

Click the red REC button again and a save window will appear. You can now save the recorded actions as a macro text file to a chosen location on the computer.

Click the grey PLAY button and a load file window will appear. You can now browse to and load a macro text file. When you load a file the recorded actions will begin to play back until the end of the file.

Software-based Macro Functions

It is possible to record a Macro type playlist to the computer when using the SE Remote software. This Macro function allows these pre-recorded keyboard actions or selections to be played back within a project where timing is important or where the same steps are repeated throughout the production. The Macro function buttons are REC, and PLAY. These buttons are located just above the T-Bar in the SE Remote display above.

TIME Function

This button is located just above the T-Bar in the SE Remote display above. Mouse clicking on the TIME button will synchronize the time on the SE-2850 switcher to the current time on the computer.

Chapter 3 Switcher Configuration Utility (SEConfig Software)

The Switcher Configuration Utility or the SEConfig Software allows you to configure the SE- 2850 with a Windows 7 computer using an Ethernet connection. Before launching the Switcher Configuration Utility, make sure it is installed on your computer.

3.1 Network Setup

Before you attempt to establish connection between the PC and your SE-2850, you have to manually configure the PC network settings first. Follow the steps outlined below to assign a static IP address to your PC.

(1) Connect the PC to the SE-2850 switcher using an Ethernet cable. (2) Turn on the PC and the SE-2850. (3) The SE-2850 then needs to be placed into PC Control mode. To do this press the PC

Control button on the SE-2850 Control Panel or keyboard.

(4) Find the switcher’s IP address using the SEConfig software. Double click the SEConfig

software icon to open the Switcher Configuration Utility program.

(5) The Find button within the SEConfig software will help confirm the IP address of the

switcher. See later sections in this Chapter for more information on SEConfig. In the example below, the IP address of the switcher is 192.168.0.101.

(6) Once you have obtained the switcher’s IP address, go to Control Panel, open Network

and Sharing Center and then click Ethernet.

(7) On the Ethernet Status Window, click the Properties button.

(8) On the Ethernet Properties window, double click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)

to open a window on which you will be allowed to manually enter an IP address for your PC.

(9) Please remember that the PC used must be in the same IP network as the SE-2850. So

the first three octets (numbers) in the IP Address field must match the first three octets of the switcher IP address. The fourth octet should be a different number for the PC and switcher. In the example below, we have entered an IP address of 192.168.0.100 with the Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.

Note: To reset the IP Address of the PC/laptop use the Network and Sharing Center option in Windows 7 Control Panel. Click on Local Area Connection then Properties. Click to highlight

Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) then click Properties again. Then click Use the following IP address.

3.2 Connecting the SEConfig Software to the Switcher

2. If you immediately get an error

3. Make sure the “PC Control” button is

4. Select Ethernet to display the

Switcher’s IP Address in the drop

5. Click Connect and additional function

tabs will immediately become

M/V ‘C’ Upload

1. Double click the SEConfig DV icon to launch the application.

window, do not worry, this just means the “PC Control” button in the MENU area of the SE-2850 keyboard has not been enabled.

enabled and then click OK.

Computer’s IP Address. Click the Find button to find and display the SE-2850

down list. The first three octets in both IP addresses should match. See the example on the left.

available at the top of the application window. These are:

• Switcher

• Settings

• Images Upload

• M/V Input Source Labels

• M/V Layout

• M/V ‘A’ Upload

• M/V ‘B’ Upload

•

3.2.1 Change the Switcher IP Address

The Switcher Network Setup Utility allows the user to change the switcher IP address. Locate, on your desktop, the icon as shown in the diagram on the left and then double click it to open the utility software.

After the Switcher Network Setup Utility is opened, you will see the following SE Network Setup window on the screen.

To change the IP address, click the Setup button to display the Network Parameters as shown in the diagram below. Update the network parameters accordingly.

Use the network PING feature to check if the IP change is successful. You will get the PING reply from the switcher if the IP is valid and the connection has been successfully established.

3.3 Switcher tab

This first tab can be used to choose the method of connection between the computer and the switcher. In this case the SE-2850 is connected using selected Ethernet IP addresses.

Note that the first three numbers in the IP addresses of the switcher and computer should be the same. The last number in each IP address should be unique.

If you are connecting for the first time you may be asked by the computer to change the firewall setting to allow this application to connect to the switcher.

3.3.1 Profiles

It is possible to store the current profile or settings of the switcher to your computer. This file can then be restored to the machine at a later date allowing simple configuration of the unit. Depending on the included levels of the profile this save process may take some time to complete.

3.4 Settings tab

The settings tab is another way to change the menu settings of the switcher. The options may appear in a slightly different order from those in the onscreen menu described in Section

2.3.7.

Each menu option in the left hand pane can be expanded by clicking on the plus sign in the left hand pane. The right hand pane shows any values which can be changed.

3.4.1 Inputs tab

Video Adjustment

Brightness

-56 - +56

Contrast

-28 - +28

Saturation

-28 - +28

YC Delay

-4 - +3

Aperture

0 - 3

Audio Adjustment

or decreased.

Audio Level

-60 - +60

Audio Delay

0 - 17

Option of Input

Type, Format,

SDI SD 4:3

SDI HD 1080p

SDI De-Embedded Audio Group and Pair

User choice of Group 1/2/3/4 and Pair 1/2

Audio Group

Audio group 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Stereo Pair

Stereo pair 1 / 2

Countdown

ON or OFF. If Countdown is ON then the

Timer Enable

ON / OFF

Countdown Duration

1 – 3600

The Input settings of inputs 1 to 12 can thus be configured from the computer. Clicking the Inputs tab will display a list of various input settings.

Note due to the design of the switcher, different inputs (SDI or HDMI) may have more or less options as they are not all the same. See Rear Panel Connections.

This is fine tune adjustment, the change occurs gradually as the value is increased or decreased.

This is fine tune adjustment, the change occurs gradually as the value is increased

All HD inputs are natively 16:9 aspect ratio.

Each input can be selected for Countdown

Aspect and Definition

SDI HD 1080i SDI SD 16:9 SDI HD 720p SDI 3G 1080p

Down Counter value is set in minutes and

seconds (MM:SS) – MAX. = 1 Hour or

60:00, and Default = 15 Seconds or 00:15.

HDMI Color Mode

RGB

YUV 4:4:4

HDMI De-Embedded Audio Pair

User choice of Pair 1/2/3/4

HDMI Audio Pair

Stereo Pair 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Audio Tract Mode

External Analog Audio

Audio Pass Through

Audio Dynamic Range

-18 dBFS / -24dBFS

T-Bar Audio Switching

As selected Audio Mixing Type

User choice of Audio Mixing

Limit Switch.

T-Bar reaches the Limit Switch

Audio Mixing Type

Type V

User choice of X type (A/B

A then Fade in B)

Type X

Audio XPT

Audio source from Input 1 to:

Audio source from Input 1 to: Button 1

Options in the table below will be available for HDMI inputs.

User choice of HDMI Color Modes

YUV 4:2:2

3.4.2 Audio Tab

The Audio settings of inputs 1 to 12 can be configured from the computer. Clicking the Audio tab will display a list of various audio settings as shown in the diagram below.

Mode

Type (X or V) or Clean Cut after the T-Bar reaches the

cross fade), V type (Fade out

Any of input audio

sources can be

Button 2

Button 8

Audio source from Input 2 to:

Button 8

Audio source from Input 3 to:

Button 8

Audio source from Input 4 to:

Button 8

Audio source from Input 5 to:

Button 8

Audio source from Input 6 to:

Button 5

associated with any of input button (or buttons). Different video sources with the same audio.

Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7

Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7

Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4

Button 6

Button 7

Button 8

Audio source from Input 7 to:

Button 8

Audio source from Input 8 to:

Button 8

Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7

3.4.3 Video XPT Tab

The user can also set the Input Video Crosspoints from the computer. Clicking the Video XPT tab will display a list of configurable video inputs as shown in the diagram below.

Video XPT

Video from Input 1 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 2 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 3 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 4 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 5 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 6 to:

Button 3

Any of video sources can be associated with any of Console 1-8 buttons.

Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7

Button 1 Button 2

Button 4

Button 5

Button 8

Video from Input 7 to:

Button 8

Video from Input 8 to:

Button 8

Button 6 Button 7

Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Button 5 Button 6 Button 7

Note: In the SE-2850, each input source must be associated with only one button. If you associate one source to more than one button, corrupted small windows will appear on the SE-2850 Multiview display. To avoid this please make sure your XPT setting is configured to one input to one button arrangement.

3.4.4 Common Setup

The Common Setup tab will allow you to set up various image effects such as the logo, DSK and PiP, as well as WIPE transition effects.

AUX Source

AUX 1 Source

1 – 12

AUX 2 Source

1 – 12

Clock Position

Minutes; Clear Seconds

Clock X

0 – 110

Clock Y

124 – 0

Console

T-Bar Mode

One Way

T-Bar operates

direction.

Two Way

T-Bar operates

directions.

Keys Brightness

1 – 4

BG Key Setup

Color 1

User choice of

setup.

Color 2

Color 3

Color 4

Color 5

Color 6

Color 7

Color 8

BARS

X-Position = Left to Right; Y-Position = Lower to Upper; Set Hours; Set

transition in only one

transition in both

(Palette + BARS)

background color from 1 to 9. By default, color is 1. 1 = White; 2 = Yellow; 3 = Cyan; 4 = Green; 5 = Magenta; 6 = Red; 7 = Blue; 8 = Black; 9 = SMPTE 75% Color Bars. The color can be changed in the Palette

1kHz Audio Test to

BARS

1kHz to BARS is ON

When BG Color setting

1kHz to BARS is OFF

Speed Buttons

Run time of

Button 1

4-100

Run time of

Button 2

4-100

Run time of

Button 3

4-100

DSK

DSK 1

DSK 1 Mode Luma Key mode

Fill and Key mode

Luma Key 1

Level

0 – 255

DSK 2

DSK 2 Mode Luma Key mode

Fill and Key mode

Luma Key 2

Level

0 – 255

External Clocking

Reference Enable

Checkbox

Reference Mode CVBS PAL

3 Level Sync

H-timing

0 – 255

GPI

GPI Input

1 – 12

GPI Delay

0 – 75

GPI Mode Level Mode

Pulse Mode

Logos

Logo 1

Logo 1 Picture

1 – 8 Logo 1 X

0 – 110

Logo 1 Y

124 – 5

Logo 2

moving image.

Logo 2 Picture

1 – 8 Logo 2 X

0 – 110

Logo 2 Y

124 – 5

Palette

Get Color 1 Get Color 2

Get Color 3

Get Color 4

Get Color 5

Get Color 6

Get Color 7

is 9 (BARS), 1kHz tone can be ON or OFF.

SE-2850 has FILL and KEY model (alpha channel) and LUMA KEY mode 0 (black) to 255 (white).

Preset Run time of effects: Min. = 4 Frames (maximum speed); Max. = 64 Frames (minimum speed).

effects for

Threshold

X Position = Left to Right; Y Position = Lower to Upper; Options 1 to 8. Logo options 1 to 7 are still images. Logo 8 is dynamic moving image.

Common palette for all colors used in Wipes / Border / Background / PiP Border. By default, 75% YCbCr Color Bar from White

Logo options 1 to 7 are still images. Logo 8 is dynamic

(Color 1) to Black (Color

changed by user.

Get Color 8

PiP

PiP 1

PiP X-Axis Position

0 – 97

PiP Y-Axis Position

108 – 0 Picture Size

33 – 1

Border Width

0 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

PiP 2

PiP X-Axis Position

0 – 97

PiP Y-Axis Position

108 – 0 Picture Size

33 – 1

Border Width

0 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

PiP Border Color

Color 1 Density

0 – 15

Color 2 Density

0 – 15

Color 3 Density

0 – 15

Color 4 Density

0 – 15

Color 5 Density

0 – 15

Color 6 Density

0 – 15

Color 7 Density

0 – 15

Color 8 Density

0 – 15

WIPES

WIPES 1

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

WIPES 2

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

8). Any Palette Color can be

User choice of position, window size, border width, and border color from 1 to 9. By default the color is 1. 1 = White; 2 = Yellow; 3 = Cyan; 4 = Green; 5 = Magenta; 6 = Red; 7 = Blue; 8 = Black; 9 = SMPTE 75% Color Bars. The color can be changed in the Palette setup.

User choice of Wipe 1 to 8; Soft Edge 0 to 4; Border Colour from 1 to 8. By default, color is 1. 1 = White; 2 = Yellow; 3 = Cyan; 4 = Green; 5 = Magenta; 6 = Red; 7 = Blue; 8 = Black; 9 = SMPTE 75% Color Bars.

Density

The color can be changed

in the Palette setup.

WIPES 3

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

WIPES 4

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

WIPES 5

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

WIPES 6

Effect

1 – 8

Border Width

1 – 5

Border Color

1 – 8

Output 1

Source to Output Program

Program Logo Free

3.4.5 Outputs Tab

The Output settings of outputs 1 to 4 can also be configured from the computer. Clicking the Outputs tab will display a list of various output settings.

Program Logo and Titles Free

Preview

AUX 1

AUX 2

Format: HD; SD; SD 16:9

SD 16:9

Re-Embedded Audio Group

1-4

Output 2

Source to Output

Program

Program Logo Free

Program Logo and Titles Free

Preview

AUX 1

AUX 2

Format: HD; SD; SD 16:9

SD 16:9

Re-Embedded Audio Group

1-4

Output 3

Source to Output

Program

Program Logo Free

Program Logo and Titles Free

Preview

AUX 1

AUX 2

Format: HD; SD; SD 16:9

SD 16:9

Re-Embedded Audio Group

1-4

Output 4

Source to Output

Program

Program Logo Free

Program Logo and Titles Free

Preview

AUX 1

AUX 2

Format: HD; SD; SD 16:9

SD 16:9

Re-Embedded Audio Group

1-4

3.5 Images Upload tab

3.5.1 Still Pictures

Each switcher has the ability to store still pictures in its frame stores. If the switcher has eight inputs it has the ability to store eight still pictures. Twelve pictures can be stored if the unit has twelve inputs. See FS button in Section 2.3.5 also.

The LOAD button can be used to browse for a picture stored on the computer. This picture is then loaded into the application window. Loading options must be selected before loading.

The WRITE button can then be used to save the new picture into a selected frame store on the switcher.

3.5.2 Logos

The SE-2850 can store up to eight still logos in its memory.

Using the logos tab you can use the LOAD button to browse for a logo stored on the computer. This logo is then loaded into the application window.

The WRITE button can then be used to save the new logo into a selected logo store on the switcher.

3.5.3 Dynamic Logo

The SE-2850 can store one dynamic moving logo in its memory. The dynamic logo can be a targa (TGA), png, bmp or jpg sequence, GIF or AVI. It must be no longer than 75 frames/images long.

Using the Dynamic logo tab you can use the LOAD button to browse for a logo sequence of images stored on the computer. This logo sequence is then loaded into the application window. The sequence is indicated by the number in the title (two digits : 01, 02 and etc). Click the EDIT button to import the source file to the built-in editor, which converts the file to the dlb format for saving on the device.

The WRITE button can then be used to save the new logo sequence into the dynamic logo store on the switcher.

3.6 Multi screen window signs (labels) tab

This tab allows the user to rename the input source labels on the HDMI multi view.

The READ button can be used to load the current label of a selected input into the application window on the left. This selected label can then be edited using the TEXT box. If required the font and colour of the text can also be changed.

The WRITE button can then be used to write the new label text into the switcher’s memory.

W1 = PVW / PGM / Inputs 1-2 W2 = Inputs 3-8

W1 = PVW / PGM / Inputs 1-8 W2 = PGM

W1 = PVW / PGM / Inputs 1-8 W2 = W1

3.7 Multiview Layout Tab

The Multiview Layout Tab allows you to set the Multiview Layout displayed on the two HDMI outputs.

There are five variants listed as follows:

The “Audio level bars to Multi View” option allows you to enable / disable the audio level bars on the Multiview window.

3.8 Multiview Upload Tabs (A / B / C)

These three tabs are used to write new Multiscreen layouts to the switcher in order to change the HDMI multi-view layouts as described in the HDMI Multi-View section.

The user can change Multiview layout. Simply clicking the “LOAD” button to browse for a Multiview files (file extension *.mss) stored on the computer. This file is then loaded into the application window. The WRITE button can be used to set the new Multiview layout.

NOTE: Only change these layouts with guidance from your local Datavideo office as

attempting to edit or load your own layouts may result in a poor outcome or a non-responsive

switcher.

Chapter 4 Switcher Video

4.1 HDMI Multi-View

SE-2850 Multi-view monitoring is available across one or two HDMI monitors (not supplied). These HDMI outputs can be used to monitor video and audio in a number of different configurations. For each setup, embedded audio level indication is also available on all inputs as well as the Preview and Program windows.

This Multi-view is supplied from the HDMI connection(s) on the rear panel. (See Rear Panel, item 17.) When connected to two compatible HDMI monitors, a variety of multi-image layouts is possible.

Configuration A:

- On HDMI screen 1: 9 live inputs

- On HDMI screen 2: 3 live inputs with additional Preview and Program windows

Configuration B:

- On HDMI screen 1: 12 live inputs with additional Preview and Program windows

- On HDMI screen 2: Program window

Configuration C:

- On HDMI screen 1: 8 live inputs with additional Preview and Program windows

- On HDMI screen 2: Program window

Configuration D:

- On HDMI screen 1: 12 live inputs with additional Preview and Program windows

- On HDMI screen 2: Same as HDMI screen 1

Configuration E:

- On HDMI screen 1: 8 live inputs with additional Preview and Program windows

- On HDMI screen 2: Same as HDMI screen 1

HDMI 1 HDMI 2

Shown left are the five multi-view

view option on your

button in the

Image Preview supplies

the cued next input source with a yellow

Below the Program and Preset image

time Clock, Countdown Timer (if active),

Below each video input channel window

see Chapter 3 for more details.

configuration options A to E.

How to change the Multi-view output

To change the multiswitcher press the ENTER MENU area of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard. This will display an on screen menu on HDMI output 1. Then use the arrow down button to highlight the option Multi Screen

Mode. Use the arrow keys to highlight your preferred option from those shown on the

left. Use the arrow keys to place a tick in the selection box and then press ENTER to save this choice.

On screen Tally indication

The SE-2850 Multibasic tally information by highlighting the live Program input source with a red border, and

border.

Function Area

4.2 Video Layers

The SE-2850 is a Standard Definition or High Definition Digital Video Switcher and as well as mixing video and audio sources it has additional functions such as Picture In Picture (PIP), DSK LUMA KEY and LOGOs.

Before attempting to use the SE-2850’s PIP, DSK LUMA KEY and LOGO functions it may help to first understand the order of the video layers at the SE-2850 Program (PGM) outputs.

windows is a function area occupied by a real

chosen Wipe indicator, PC or Console control indication and chosen Audio mix and Audio level indicators.

Labels

there is a label. These labels can be edited using the software supplied with the SE-2850,

The Background video layer is the normal video layer when mixing and switching with the SE-

2850. It occupies the whole screen area of the Program output. This layer can be hidden or partly hidden by the PIP, DSK and LOGO layers in front of it.

The PIP 1 layer does not occupy the whole screen and is shown in front of the Background video layer when enabled. In some setups the PIP 1 image can be hidden behind the PIP 2 image. This is not a fault. Change the position or size of the PIP 1 or PIP 2 image if required.

The PIP 2 layer does not occupy the whole screen and is shown in front of the Background video and PIP 1 layers when enabled. In some setups the PIP 1 image can hide the PIP 2 image. Change the position or size of the PIP 2 or PIP 1 image if required.

The DSK 1 layer can occupy the whole screen. If set up incorrectly this layer can stop the video layers behind it from being seen properly. Re-adjust your DSK 1 settings or switch off the DSK1 function on the SE-2850 to restore the video behind it.

The DSK 2 layer can occupy the whole screen. If set up incorrectly this layer can stop the video layers behind it from being seen properly. Re-adjust your DSK 2 settings or switch off the DSK2 function on the SE-2850 to restore the video behind it.

The LOGO and Clock layer does not occupy the whole screen and all other layers are visible through it. A logo if positioned incorrectly can partially hide an important part of the video, PIP or CG LUMA KEY layers. Typically logos or station ID bugs are placed in a corner of the screen.

Note: Where possible prepare and position the upper video layer elements in advance of the live production starting to avoid them appearing on the program output incorrectly.

Most broadcast networks have guidelines and advice on the use of video, images, music, logos and on screen text so it is best to check beforehand when planning a production. Do not use copyright protected content until you have the relevant permissions. Information on royalty free video, images and music is widely available, speak to your local dealer or search for advice

on the internet.

Chapter 5 Audio Function

HDMI in Embedded Audio Pair

5.1 Overview

The SE-2850 has a simple, cost effective, audio switcher built in. This allows the SE-2850 to take audio from several sources either XLR analogue, SDI and/or HDMI inputs. This audio can be embedded onto the HDMI and SDI outputs and/or fed to the analogue XLR audio output connections.

You may de-embed audio from selected SDI or HDMI inputs and then connect this audio from the XLR outputs of the switcher to a separate external Audio Mixer, such as the Datavideo AM-100. Other audio sources such as microphones and background music can then be added at the AM-100.

Once the audio has been mixed externally in the AM-100 with any microphones or music sources it can then be fed back into the SE-2850 on the analogue XLR inputs. The SE-2850 can then embed this externally mixed audio on to the Program SDI and HDMI outputs.

5.2 Audio Menu Options – De-embedding SDI or HDMI audio

Using the following SE-2850 menu options, audio can be selected from the SDI or HDMI video inputs.

SDI Embedded Audio Set. Inputs 1 to 12 User choice of

Group 1,2,3 or 4 Pair 1 or 2

Input 4, 8 or 12 User choice of Group 1,2,3 or 4

As each SDI / HD-SDI source can have up to sixteen channels of audio, and HDMI eight

SDI Embedded Audio

Group

Stereo Pair

Channel

Embedded Channel No.

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

HDMI Embedded Audio

Stereo Pair

Channel

Embedded Channel No.

left

right

left

right

left

right

left

right

channels, we need to choose the audio channels with the options above and by using the following reference tables.

Stereo pair 1

Group 1

Stereo pair 2

Stereo pair 3

Group 2

Stereo pair 4

Stereo pair 5

Group 3

Group 4

Stereo pair 6

Stereo pair 7

Stereo pair 8

Stereo pair 1

Stereo pair 2

Stereo pair 3

In some cases there may only be two channels of audio associated with the video: Group1, Stereo Pair 1.

Stereo pair 4

An external audio mixer is not required. If you just want to work with SDI / HDMI embedded

Tick selection of Program or Preview audio on the HDMI outputs.

audio, it is necessary to physically connect the switcher’s XLR outputs with the XLR inputs 1 and 2 to re-embed the audio again.

5.3 Audio Menu Options – Monitoring the audio levels

The SE-2850 can confirm the incoming audio levels by showing audio peak meters on the HDMI multi-view.

Audio level bars to Multi View Tick selection ON or OFF

It is also possible to hear the preview or program audio from the multi-view HDMI outputs using the menu option below.

Multi Screen Audio Indicators

5.4 Audio Menu Options – Changing the audio input level

Level

Range -60 to +60

Nominal

The SE-2850 can change the incoming audio level on the video inputs by adjusting the following menu option.

Input Audio Settings

The audio level can also be changed at the external audio mixer if one is used.

Resets value to zero

5.5 Working with a fixed or single audio source

Example 1:

We have two mono mics (channels 1 & 2) connected to a HD camera. These embedded audio channels are then output from this camera, HD-SDI, to the SE-2850 switcher. If we want to only hear these two audio channels regardless of the video channel used then we would set up the switcher in the following way.

Open the Switcher Configuration Utility, click Settings Tab  Audio Tab and then click ‘+’ to expand the Audio XPT option. On the right pane of the window, set every input audio source to 1. Press the EXIT button to exit and save the audio settings.

After the new settings are saved, press the FIX/A+V button (WIPE area) to toggle between Audio Fixed and Audio-Follow-Video modes. Confirm that the AUDIO FIXED status has been selected by checking the status area of the HDMI multi-view. The status area is located just below or near the Preview image on the HDMI multi-view monitor. The button will be backlit red.

5.6 Switching between different embedded audio sources

Example 2:

We have two mono mics each connected to a different HD camera. The embedded audio is then output from each camera, HD-SDI, to the SE-2850 switcher. If we want to hear the audio from each camera as the video channels are switched, audio follows video, then we would set up in the following way.

Open the Switcher Configuration Utility, click Settings Tab  Audio Tab and then click ‘+’ to expand the Audio XPT option. On the right pane of the window, set input 1 audio source to 1, input 2 audio source to 2, input 3 audio source to 3 and etc. Press the EXIT button to exit and save the audio settings.

After the new audio settings have been saved successfully, select the AUDIO-F-VIDEO status with this button. Confirm the Audio-F-Video status by checking the status area of the HDMI multi-view. The status area is located just below or near the Preview image on the HDMI multi-view monitor. The button will be off.

While working in the Audio-F-Video mode, the audio sources will also change as the video sources are switched. We can choose how the audio will change sources, whether it be a clean cut (immediate switch) or some sort of transitioned change (cross fade or fade out & in). To do this we would need to set up with the following menu options.

X type X type = A/B cross fade

V type = Fade out A then fade in B

Follow auto audio mixing type (use above option)

Auto Audio Mixing Type Tick selection of

V type

T-Bar Audio Mixing Type Tick selection of

By the end (clean cut or immediate audio switch)

5.7 Audio Delay

The SE-2850 switcher has a feature for Audio Delay up to 16 fields, or 8 frames. The audio delay is expressed in fields with a default setting of ‘02’ (2 fields / 1 frame) on each input until you change it.

Setting the Audio Delay

1. Power on SE-2800 Switcher.

2. On the Preview bus, select the input that you would like to set Audio Delay.

3. Press any arrow key under the designated Menu row.

4. Press the Down Arrow [▼] key until “On Preview Audio Level and Delay” is selected.

5. Press the Right Arrow [►] key to enter into the On Preview Audio Level and Delay Menu.

6. Press the Down Arrow [▼] key until “Audio Delay” is selected and press the Right Arrow

[►] key to enter the Audio Delay Setting Menu. The default setting is 02; which is measured in fields. 2 fields = 1 frame.

7. Use the Arrow keys to set the number of fields, or frames. You can set the delay from 1 to

16 fields, which is the equivalent of 1 to 8 frames.

8. When you have made your selection, press the Enter key

9. To Exit the Menu, press any key in the Program or Preview Bus.

Note: To set audio delay for all inputs: repeat the above steps for each individual input. Otherwise, the Audio Delay will remain at the default setting of 02.

Chapter 6 Applications

6.1 Picture-In-Picture Function

The SE-2850 Picture in Picture function allows you to place one or two smaller PIP images over a chosen full size background image. The smaller PIP images can be set to pre-defined sizes and positioned almost anywhere within the Preview/Program screen area. These PIP windows can also have a coloured border applied, and can be brought into the production with a default PIP dissolve transition.

PIP Settings

Before trying to activate the PIP function it is best to understand how to set up or choose the right options for your production.

PIP Preset and PIP Program

When looking at the top right corner of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard there are four PIP keys. These are labelled Program and Preset.

The upper PIP1 and PIP2 keys relate to activating Picture In Picture images on the Program outputs.

The lower PIP1 and PIP2 keys relate to activating Picture In

Picture images on the Multi-view or Preview outputs.

Assigning a video source input to a PIP

Using the lower PIP1 or PIP2 buttons, you can assign a selected video input to the chosen PIP video layer.

1. First press and hold down the required PIP button on the lower row. The Preset row of

input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the PIP button, press to select the required input from the Preset

row.

3. The input will flash to confirm it is selected.

This selection will also be confirmed on the HDMI Multi-view, with a P1 or P2 label shown next to the selected input image.

After successfully setting the PIP source, press the ENTER Key in the MENU area of the SE2850 keyboard. Navigate to the PIP Set Up option using the down arrow key. The PIP menu options provided here are:

PIP Settings

Position PIP1

Border PIP2

X-Position (Left to right) = 000 to 097

Size PIP1

Border PIP1

Position PIP2

Size PIP2

Y-Position (Lower to Upper) = 000 to 108

PIP Size = 1 (small) to 33 (large)

Border Size = 0 (OFF), 1 (Thin) to 15 (Thick)

Border Color = 1 to 8 (user defined colours)

1=Yellow, 2=Cyan, 3=Green, 4=Magenta, 5=Red, 6=Blue

6.2 Down Stream Keyer

The SE-2850 has two Down Stream Keyers (DSK1, DSK2). This means it is able to take a key source video input and replace the white or black parts of this image with the video from another source. If the input video carries an alpha channel it is also possible to key in this way too.

DSK Settings

Before trying to activate the DSK function it is best to understand how to set up or choose the right options for your production well in advance of the production.

Assigning an input to a DSK channel for keying

Using the lower DSK1 or DSK2 buttons, you can assign a selected video input to the chosen DSK video layer.

1. First press and hold down the required DSK button on the lower row. The Preset row of

input sources will light.

2. While still holding down the DSK button, press to select the required input from the Preset

row.

3. The input will flash to confirm it is selected.

This selection will also be confirmed on the HDMI Multi-view, with a T1 or T2 label shown next to the selected input image.

DSK Preset and DSK Program

When looking at the top right corner of the SE-2850 Control Panel / Keyboard there are four DSK keys. These are labelled Program and Preset.

The upper DSK1 and DSK2 keys relate to activating Down Stream Keying on the Program outputs.

The lower DSK1 and DSK2 keys relate to activating Down Stream Keying on the Multi-view or Preview outputs.

After successfully configuring the down stream keyer settings, press the ENTER Key in the MENU area of the SE-2850 keyboard. Navigate to the DSK Settings option using the down arrow key. The DSK menu options provided here are:

DSK Settings

Titles 1 (DSK1)

Titles 2 (DSK2)

Titles + a-CH mode (alpha channel mode)

Video Input Standard and Format

Input 4/8/12

CG-200

Character Generator

SE-2850 Digital Video Switcher

HDMI

Luma Key mode Luma Key Level 0 (black) to 255 (white)

6.3 SE-2850 and CG Setup

The CG-200 Character Generator software allows the producer to create professional overlays with a Windows laptop or Windows PC from which the CG-200 outputs a computer generated video stream via an HDMI interface. This software works in perfect pair with the SE-2850 if subtitles are a requirement in your production environment. Please follow the steps outlined below to set up the CG-200 Character Generator software with the SE-2850.

1. Connect your PC to Channel 4 or 8 of the SE-2850 (HDMI port) using an HDMI cable.

2. Open the SE-2850 OSD MENU to set Video Standard.

3. Select “Video Input Standard and Format”  “Input 4/8/12”  “HDMI COLOR MODE”  “CG-200 Mode”.

4. Activate Downstream Key on the SE-2850 Control Keyboard. Please see Section 6.2 Down

Stream Keyer for details.

5. Double click the CG-200 installation file icon to start installing the CG-200 Character Generator software on the PC.

6. Follow the installation wizard to install the CG software step by step and after the

installation is complete, double click the program icon to open the CG software.

HDMI COLOR MODE CG-200 MODE

7. On the CG-200 User Interface, select Settings  Preference to open the Preference window on which you can choose the appropriate Video Mode (the video mode must be consistent with the SE-2850).

8. Select a Demo file.

9. Enable HDMI Output.

10. Click Play all icon to start playing and streaming your CG contents.

Chapter 7 Appendices

G0911D300413 Nyloc Machine Screw / ISO Round Head φ3.0*4m/m Nickel-Plated*2

G13307641201 VP-764 SE-2850 VIDIN Board Module (Dark Blue Fine Weave)*1

Appendix 1 Upgrading SE-2850 to 12 Channels

• Remove block panel and screws

G09220639022 VIDIN Block Panel SECC 1.0 VP-639 Painted Dark Blue Fine Weave 2-Plate Molding*1

• Insert the VIDIN board module

• Lock the VIDIN board module in place with screws.

G0911D300413 Nyloc Machine Screw / ISO Round Head φ3.0*4m/m Nickel-Plated*2

Appendix 2 Tally Outputs

The SE-2850 has a D-sub 25 pin female tally output

colour tally

information to a number of other Datavideo

Dielectric strength: Max. DC 24V

Pin No.

Signal name

Input/Output

Signal Description

Program 1

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 1

Program 2

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 2

Program 3

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 3

Program 4

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 4

Program 5

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 5

Program 6

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 6

Program 7

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 7

Program 8

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 8

Program 9

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 9

Program 10

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 10

Program 11

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 11

Program 12

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 12

GND

Ground

Preset 1

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 1

Preset 2

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 2

Preset 3

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 3

Preset 4

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 4

Preset 5

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 5

Preset 6

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 6

Preset 7

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 7

Preset 8

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 8

Preset 9

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 9

Preset 10

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 10

Preset 11

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 11

Preset 12

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preset 12

port. These connections provide bi-

products, such as the ITC-100 eight channel talkback system and the TLM range of LCD Monitors.

These ports are open collector ports and as such do not provide power to tally light circuits.

The pin outputs are defined as follows:

Current: Max. 50mA

Appendix 3 GPI / GPO Connections

The SE-2850 can control external recorder/playback devices like the HDR-45 and HDR-55 via a simple contact closure GPI / GPO switch.

The GPI interface is a 3.5mm Jack Socket which is situated on the rear panel of the SE-2850. Contact closure between the Outer and Inner contacts on the jack plug will trigger a user selected event. Power is supplied by the SE-2850 and is less than 5V DC.

This GPI socket can also be used as a GPO socket to trigger record or playback events with other equipment such as the Datavideo HDR-70 recorder.

SAFETY FIRST The cabling required needs to be designed specifically to connect the SE-2850 to the chosen record or playback device as they are not all the same. The cabling required can be made by yourself or a competent technician. Please speak with your Dealer or local Datavideo office to get further help and advice.

Appendix 4 Firmware Update

1. Switch off or shut down the SE-2850 and Computer in the normal way.

rear panel and the Windows 7

to locate.

5. Double click the firmware update icon to launch the Flash Update Utility.

6. Confirm the supported devices list says SE-2850 then click NEXT.

Datavideo usually releases new firmware containing new features or reported bug fixes from time to time. Customers can either download the SE-2850 firmware as they wish or contact their local dealer or reseller for assistance.

This section outlines the firmware upgrade process which should take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to complete.

The existing SE-2850 settings should persist through the firmware upgrade process, which should not be interrupted once started as this could result in a non-responsive unit.

Successful firmware upgrade on SE-2850 requires:

 The latest firmware update file for the SE-2850 (This can be obtained from your local

Datavideo office or dealer).

 The SE-2850 power adapter.  The SEConfig software.  A Windows 7 computer with an Ethernet port.  An Ethernet cable.

To update the SE-2850 firmware:

2. Connect the Ethernet cable between the SE-2850

Computer.

3. Turn on the Windows 7 Computer.

4. Unzip the firmware update folder to the Computer Desktop so the file within it is easy

Updating the SE-2850 firmware:

7. The following window will be

8. POWER ON the SE-2850 and as soon as

then click

9. Click the Yes button to confirm you wish to perform the firmware update when you see

displayed. Select Device is connected via Ethernet then click NEXT.

it is discovered by the Computer, select “Automatically update the device to

latest firmware version” NEXT.

the prompt window “Do you really want to perform firmware update?”.

10. The update process will begin and two progress bars will be shown. The lower bar, Total

Progress, will take around 15 minutes to complete.

11. Once this process is complete close the application and power cycle the SE-2850.

The firmware is now updated, but please continue with the following steps in order to complete the switcher’s update process.

12. Install the SEConfig software on to the Computer. When the SE-2850 has restarted,

double click the SEConfig dv icon to launch the second part of the update process.

13. If you immediately get an error

window, do not worry, click OK. This

control keyboard has not been

14. Press PC Control button so it is ON in

15. Select Ethernet to display the

addresses should match. See below

corner. The process will take approximately 45 minutes to complete.

17. The next step will be to re-calibrate the SE-2850 T-Bar to get it working correctly.

simply means that the PC CTRL button in the menu area of the SE-2850

enabled.

the MENU area of the SE-2850 keyboard.

T-Bar Re-Calibration

After a firmware update of the switcher it will be necessary to re-calibrate the T-Bar to get it working correctly.

Computer’s IP Address. Click the Find button to find and display the SE-2850 Switcher’s IP Address in the drop down list. The first three numbers in both IP

example.

16. Click Connect and then click Restore

Factory Settings in the top right hand

1. Move the T-Bar to its lowest position.

2. Power OFF the SE-2850 switcher.

4. Power ON the SE-2850 switcher while still

holding down the buttons in step 3.

10. Test the T-Bar. If necessary change the T-Bar

Mode in the OSD MENU options.

3. Press and hold down button 1 on both the

Program and Preset rows of the switcher’s keyboard.

5. The switcher will start but the keyboard lights will

remain dead except for the T-Bar progress LEDs. When these LEDs flash ON and OFF release the buttons from step 3.

6. Move the T-Bar to almost its top position (2-

3mm away) and then press the CUT button.

7. Move the T-Bar back to almost its lowest

position (2-3mm away) and then press the AUTO TAKE button.

8. To exit the calibration procedure, press the

CLOCK button.

9. Ensure the TIMER button is OFF.

Appendix 5 Frequently-Asked Questions

No.

Problems

Solutions

Corrupted images are seen in small

In the SE-2850, each input source must

Multiview display. To avoid this

tting is

one input to one

button configuration.

I have enabled the TIMER feature on the selected PGM channel but the

After the TIMER button is enabled on the selected PGM channel, the

the selected PGM channel.

Audio and video are not synced.

In this case, the Video XPT feature might

to FIX, the Audio XPT must also be

video.

I am seeing jitters in MV audio level indicator.

Check the audio input as this could be due an absence of the audio input.

I hear noise on input channels 5 to 8

This can occur as a result of frame rate

issue, please

factory reset your machine.

Brightness of keys is too bright or too

Please press the Enter key on the MENU area of the keyboard. After that, the OSD menu will show on the screen. Please select the Brightness option in

level 4. 1 equals to high brightness/4 equals to high brightness. For details,

in the

chapter 2.3.7 OSD MENU Options.

This section describes problems that you may encounter while using the SE-2850. If you have any questions, please refer to related sections and follow all suggested solutions. If problem still exists, please contact your distributor or the service center.

windows of the SE-2850 Multiview display.

countdown timer isn’t counting down.

be associated with only one button. If you associate one source to more than one button, you will then see corrupted images in small windows of the SE2850 please make sure your XPT se configured to the

countdown timer will start on the PGM display as soon as the user switches to

have been activated and if Audio is set

enabled to avoid out-of-sync audio and

after I have changed the resolution.

dark.

change (for example 1080i50  1080i59). To correct this

the OSD menu. The key brightness can be defined by the user from level 1 to

please refer to Keys Brightness

Appendix 6 Dimensions & Weight

Main Unit

Control Unit

All measurements in millimeters (mm) Weight: Main Unit 4.7 Kg / Keyboard 2.5 Kg

Appendix 7 Specifications

Interfaces

Total 12 CH inputs 12 HD/SD SDI and 3 HDMI selectable

4 BNC output connectors for SDI Outputs, 2 HDMI for Multi-Screen (v1.3a)

HDMI Video Input

3 x HDMI (RGB/YUV)

Analog Audio Input

4 Ch Balanced Audio

Analog Audio Output

2 Ch Balanced Audio

Ref Input / Output

1 x BNC Ref in / 1 x BNC Ref out (loop-through)

Internal Frame Synchronizers

12 All inputs

PGM Out

SDI

Multi View Out

In SD/HD mode; MV output by HDMI is 1920x1080i resolution

1 Program

5 One of the input signals (AUX)

Each Video input embedded Audio (2 Ch) + Preview (2 Ch)+ Program (4 Ch)

Tally Out

D-Sub 25 PIN

GPI

Two modes: Level /Pulse trigger selectable

• F/W Upgrade

Remote control

D-Sub 9 pin connector

Keyboard Controller connection

Power Input

12V DC

Operation Modes

50 / 59.94 / 60 Hz – switchable via OSD MENU

HD: 1080p 25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60Hz

SD: 576i 50Hz, 480i 59.94Hz

Outputs

1080i 50/ 59.94/ 60Hz

Video Sampling

4:2:2 10bit

Color Precision

4:2:2 10bit

Color Space

4:2:2 YUV

Aspect Converter

Output SD 16:9 or 4:3

Digital Audio Resolution

24 bit

Extras

Downstream Keyers

Linear /Luma Keyers

Pattern Generators

Color BAR

Transition Effect

Split / WIPE / MIX / FTB / CUT

Picture in Picture

2, Shape, Border

Logo insertion

Built-in title overlay system

Yes

Total Video Inputs

Total Outputs

Output can be selected from any of the input sources

Audio Indicators on Multiview

Ethernet (RJ45)

Format Support

Inputs

2 Preview 3 Program without logo overlay 4 Program without logo overlay and without subtitles.

• Still image upload

• Logo insertion

•

Standards

1080I 50/59.94/60Hz 720p 50/59.94/60Hz

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Jul-10.2017

Datavideo SE-2850-12 Users Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

FCC Compliance Statement

Warnings and Precautions

Warranty

Standard Warranty

Three Year Warranty

Disposal

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Features

1.2 System Diagram

Chapter 2 Connections and Controls

2.1 Main Unit – Front Panel

2.2 Main Unit – Rear Panel Overview

2.2.1 Rear Panel Connections

2.3 Control Panel Overview

2.3.1 Video Switching

Program and Preset rows

Background

2.3.2 Video Transitions

Transition Selection

Triggering the Transition

2.3.3 Logo and Clock

2.3.4 Picture-in-Picture and Downstream Key

2.3.5 Frame Store and Audio Control

2.3.6 Crosspoint

2.3.7 OSD MENU Options

2.3.8 PC Control – SE Remote Software

SET Function

REC & PLAY Functions

Software-based Macro Functions

TIME Function

Chapter 3 Switcher Configuration Utility (SEConfig Software)

3.1 Network Setup

3.2 Connecting the SEConfig Software to the Switcher

3.2.1 Change the Switcher IP Address

3.3 Switcher tab

3.3.1 Profiles

3.4 Settings tab

3.4.1 Inputs tab

3.4.2 Audio Tab

3.4.3 Video XPT Tab

3.4.4 Common Setup

3.4.5 Outputs Tab

3.5 Images Upload tab

3.5.1 Still Pictures

3.5.2 Logos

3.5.3 Dynamic Logo

3.6 Multi screen window signs (labels) tab

3.7 Multiview Layout Tab

3.8 Multiview Upload Tabs (A / B / C)

Chapter 4 Switcher Video

4.1 HDMI Multi-View

4.2 Video Layers

Chapter 5 Audio Function

5.1 Overview

5.2 Audio Menu Options – De-embedding SDI or HDMI audio

5.3 Audio Menu Options – Monitoring the audio levels

5.4 Audio Menu Options – Changing the audio input level

5.5 Working with a fixed or single audio source

5.6 Switching between different embedded audio sources

5.7 Audio Delay

Chapter 6 Applications

6.1 Picture-In-Picture Function

6.2 Down Stream Keyer

6.3 SE-2850 and CG Setup

Chapter 7 Appendices

Appendix 1 Upgrading SE-2850 to 12 Channels

Appendix 2 Tally Outputs

Appendix 3 GPI / GPO Connections

Appendix 4 Firmware Update

T-Bar Re-Calibration

Appendix 5 Frequently-Asked Questions

Appendix 6 Dimensions & Weight

Appendix 7 Specifications