Datavideo SE-500MU Instruction Manual

SE-500MU

www.datavideo.com

HD 4-CHANNEL
VIDEO SWITCHER

Instruction manual

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Table of Contents

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ........................................................................................................... 5

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................... 5

WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................ 6

STANDARD WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................. 6

THREE YEAR WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................... 6

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

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

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

CHAPTER 2 CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS ..................................................................................... 8

2.1 REAR PANEL .................................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................................ 10

2.3 SOFTWARE CONTROL UI .................................................................................................................. 10

2.3.1 Installation ............................................................................................................................. 10

2.3.2 Connect on DVIP Interface ..................................................................................................... 11

2.3.3 Connect on RS-232 Interface ................................................................................................. 14

2.3.4 Functions ................................................................................................................................ 14

CHAPTER 3 SETTING PARAMETERS ................................................................................................ 20

3.1 START .......................................................................................................................................... 20

3.1.1 Transition Type ...................................................................................................................... 21

3.1.2 Transition Speed .................................................................................................................... 21

3.1.3 Wipe Effect............................................................................................................................. 21

3.1.4 WIPE Border Size .................................................................................................................... 21

3.1.5 WIPE Border Color ................................................................................................................. 21

3.1.6 BKG Color ............................................................................................................................... 21

3.2 PIP / SPLIT .................................................................................................................................... 22

3.2.1 PIP Source .............................................................................................................................. 23

3.2.2 PIP Size (PIP Window Size) ..................................................................................................... 23

3.2.3 Position X ............................................................................................................................... 23

3.2.4 Position Y ............................................................................................................................... 23

3.2.5 Split Source ............................................................................................................................ 23

3.2.6 Border Size ............................................................................................................................. 24

3.2.7 Border Color ........................................................................................................................... 24

3.3 PIP CROP ..................................................................................................................................... 24

3.4 LUMAKEY ...................................................................................................................................... 25

3.4.1 Lumakey Source ..................................................................................................................... 26

3.4.2 Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 26

3.4.3 Cleanup Level ......................................................................................................................... 26

3.4.4 Transparency ......................................................................................................................... 26

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3.5 AUDIO .......................................................................................................................................... 26

3.5.1 Mute ...................................................................................................................................... 27

3.5.2 HDMI Input ............................................................................................................................ 27

3.5.3 HDMI Group ........................................................................................................................... 27

3.5.4 Level ....................................................................................................................................... 27

3.5.5 Tally Mode ............................................................................................................................. 27

3.6 USER MEMS .................................................................................................................................. 28

3.6.1 Load Memory ......................................................................................................................... 28

3.6.2 Save Memory ......................................................................................................................... 28

3.7 SETUP .......................................................................................................................................... 28

3.7.1 PGM Out Res. ......................................................................................................................... 30

3.7.2 MV Out Res. ........................................................................................................................... 30

3.7.3 Save Setup .............................................................................................................................. 30

3.7.4 Factory Default ...................................................................................................................... 31

3.7.5 Language ............................................................................................................................... 31

3.7.6 MB Software / Software Version ........................................................................................... 31

3.7.7 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................. 31

3.8 CONNECT ...................................................................................................................................... 32

3.8.1 Connection ............................................................................................................................. 33

3.8.2 Interface ................................................................................................................................. 33

3.8.3 Com Port ................................................................................................................................ 33

3.8.4 Ethernet Card ......................................................................................................................... 33

3.8.5 Scan ........................................................................................................................................ 33

3.8.6 IP Select .................................................................................................................................. 33

3.8.7 Address Mode ........................................................................................................................ 33

CHAPTER 4 APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 34

4.1 PLACING A LOGO ON THE VIDEO USING THE LUMAKEY FUNCTION .............................................................. 34

CHAPTER 5 APPENDICES ................................................................................................................ 35

APPENDIX 1 TALLY OUTPUTS ...................................................................................................................... 35

APPENDIX 2 FIRMWARE UPGRADE ............................................................................................................... 36

APPENDIX 3 DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................................................... 38

APPENDIX 4 SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................... 39

SERVICE AND SUPPORT .................................................................................................................... 40

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

• The product warranty period begins on the purchase date. If the purchase date is unknown, the

product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.

• All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without Datavideo logo) have only one year

warranty from the date of purchase.

• 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.

• All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without Datavideo logo) have only one year

warranty from the date of purchase.

• All accessories including headphones, 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 1 year.

• The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official website or with your local

Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within 30 days of purchase.

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.

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Chapter 1 Introduction

The Datavideo SE-500MU is an HD/SD digital video switcher and can be flexibly controlled using a free
downloadable APP on your laptop, MACBOOK, and Tablet via Ethernet.

SE-500MU offers 4 HDMI inputs, a program output and a quad view output. The switcher supports
video resolutions up to Full HD 1080p and provides functions such as Cut, Mix, Wipe Transitions, Fade
to Black, PIP, Split, and Luma Keying.

1.1 Features

• Supports up to Full HD 1080p

• Remote Control over an Ethernet network

• Remote Control via RS-232 Interface

• Video everywhere with Remote control

• Versatile Operation using software APP for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS systems.

• 4 Video Input: HDMI x 4

• 2 Video Output: HDMI x 2

• Audio Input: Stereo RCA x 2 (L/R) + Microphone x 2

• Audio Output: Stereo RCA x 2 (L/R)

• Wipe, Mix & Cut Simple Transitions

• Supports Luma Keyer

• Picture-in-picture and split functions

• Tally Output

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Chapter 2 Connections and Controls

2.1 Rear Panel

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HDMI Video Output (Program / Multiview)

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Audio Input – Stereo RCA (Left/Right)

2

HDMI Video Input 1-4

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Audio Output – Stereo RCA (Left/Right)

3

DVIP Port

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RS-232 Port

4

TALLY Output Port

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DC IN

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MIC IN – CH1/CH2

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Grounding Terminal

1. HDMI Video Output – Program / Multiview

The SE-500MU provides two HDMI video output channels
which can be connected to HDMI video display. Program is
user assignable program output and Multiview outputs
quad view of the four HDMI inputs.

2. HDMI Video Input 1-4

The SE-500MU provides four HDMI video input channels for
connecting HDMI video sources.

3. DVIP Port

This port allows the SE-500MU to connect directly to the PC
or an Ethernet switch or router.

4. TALLY Output Port

Sends Red, and Green tally signals to each channel.

Red indicates On-Air, and Green indicates next camera

source. Tally output port can connect other Datavideo
peripheral devices such as ITC-100, ITC-200, AM-100 or
other monitor models, allowing the peripheral device to
communicate with the SE-500MU or send tally signal to be
displayed on the monitor.

1 3 4

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5. MIC IN – CH1/CH2

Two Channels of unbalanced MIC input.

CH 1 (L)

CH 2 (R)

States

MIC1

MIC2

MIC 1(L) and MIC 2(R) are

respectively connected to left (CH

1) and right (CH 2) channels.

MIC1

NC*

When MIC 1 is connected to the

left channel (CH 1) and MIC 2 is
not connected to the right
channel (CH 2), the right channel
(CH 2) switch will replicate MIC 1
signal onto the right channel (CH

2) thus both channels are MIC 1

input signals.

NC*

MIC2

When no MIC signal is connected

to the left channel (CH 1) and
only MIC 2 is connected to the
right channel (CH 2), MIC 2 signal
will not be replicated onto the
left channel (CH 1) which will thus

be grounded.

NC*

NC*

When no MIC is connected to the

two channels, the left channel
(CH 1) switch will ground the left
channel (CH 1) to prevent noise

from being generated.

*NC – Not Connected

6. Audio Input – Stereo RCA (Left/Right)

Connects unbalanced analog audio source (stereo) for
streaming and recording.

7. Audio Output – Stereo RCA (Left/Right)

Unbalanced analog audio output (stereo) for monitoring
the selected audio input source.

8. RS-232 Port

A remote control interface allowing the user to connect the
SE-500MU to a remote PC or remote controller.

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9. DC IN

DC in socket connects the supplied 12V / 19W PSU. The
connection can be secured by screwing the outer fastening
ring of the DC In plug to the socket.

10. Grounding Terminal

When connecting this unit to any other component, make
sure that it is properly grounded by connecting this
terminal to an appropriate point. When connecting, use the
socket and be sure to use wire with a cross-sectional area
of at least 1.0 mm2.

2.2 Front Panel

Power Switch

Turns the device ON/OFF

2.3 Software Control UI

The SE-500 MU’s Software Control User Interface is designed for the user to operate, configure and
control the switcher. The Software Control UI can be opened on any Windows system so as to allow
the user to operate the SE-500 MU just like any other physical switcher keyboard.

2.3.1 Installation

Before installing the User Interface, the user should first download the latest software from the
Datavideo SE-500 MU product page by visiting www.datavideo.com.

Extract the zip file to an easily accessible location.

In the extracted folder, locate the executable file called se500MuControl.exe.

Double click this .exe file to launch the Software Control User Interface as shown below.

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After successfully installing the SE-500MU’s Software Control UI, follow the connection setup
procedures outlined in the next two sections to establish direct connection between your PC and the
switcher.

2.3.2 Connect on DVIP Interface

To connect to the SE-500MU on the DVIP interface, you should configure the network settings of the
switcher as well as the PC.

1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to SE-500MU and another end to the PC.

2. Turn ON the PC power and since the SE-500MU has a default IP of 192.168.100.101, we have set

the PC’s IP address to 192.168.100.102 as shown in the diagram below.

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3. Power ON SE-500MU.

4. Run se500MuControl.exe to launch the User Interface.

5. At the top right of the interface, click the menu icon to open the Settings window.

6. On the Settings window, click the Connect tab.

7. Click the Interface pull-down menu to select DVIP.

8. Click the EtherNetCard pull-down menu to select the IP of the Network Interface Card connected

to the SE-500MU’s DVIP port. After that, click the Scan button to scan the network for all the
connected DVIP devices.

9. On the IP Select pull-down menu, select the SE-500MU’s IP address.

Note: On the rear panel of the SE-500MU, push the IP RESET button to display the device’s
physical IP and MAC addresses on MV out.

10. Now scroll down the Connect tab page to view the switcher’s IP information and check if the

Model Name displayed is “SE-500MU.”

Note 1: If the Address Mode is “Fixed IP,” please make sure the IP address is in the same IP range
as the EtherNetCard, i.e. their first three octets are the same.

Note2: In a router connection scenario, if the switcher’s IP address is in a different IP range from
that of the EtherNetCard, you can simply change the Address Mode to DHCP so that the router will
be allowed to automatically assign an IP address to the switcher. After the new IP address has
been assigned, please repeat Steps 8 and 9 to scan the network and select the corresponding IP
address. Please remember to click the IP Save button to save the IP settings.

PS: Depending on the router settings, the IP assignment time may vary. You may experience 10 to
50 seconds of delay. However, most routers should assign an IP address to your device
immediately. If necessary, you may have to reset your IP address and confirm the IP assignment
on the Multiview.

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11. Finally, scroll the Connect tab page back up to the top and select Connect; click the Apply button

to establish the connection between the PC and the SE-500MU. A dialog box displaying the
message of “Connection to machine success” will appear if the connection is successfully
established.

12. Click OK to close the dialog box and on the main screen, the “Connected” status will be displayed

at the bottom right corner, indicating that the SE-500MU is ready for control.

Note: the DVIP settings will be remembered and the PC will automatically connect to the SE­500MU upon the next start up.

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2.3.3 Connect on RS-232 Interface

Another alternative to connect to the SE-500MU is via the RS-232 interface. Follow the procedure
below to establish connection.

1. Connect one end of the RS-232 cable to the SE-500MU and another end to the PC. Make sure the

SE-500MU is powered ON.

Note: You will need an RS-232-to-USB adapter on the PC end.

2. Run se500MuControl.exe to launch the User Interface.

3. At the top right of the interface, click the menu icon to open the Settings window.

4. On the Settings window, click the Connect tab.

5. Click the Interface pull-down menu to select RS-232.

6. On the ComPort pull-down menu, select a COM port to which the SE-500MU is connected.

7. Finally, scroll the Connect tab page back up to the top and select Connect; click the Apply button

to establish the connection between the PC and the SE-500MU. A dialog box displaying the
message of “Connection to machine success” will appear if the connection is successfully
established.

8. Click OK to close the dialog box and on the main screen, the “Connected” status will be displayed

at the bottom right corner, indicating that the SE-500MU is ready for control.

Note: the RS-232 settings will be remembered and the PC will automatically connect to the SE­500MU upon the next start up.

2.3.4 Functions

Once you have successfully connected to the switcher, you can then start operating it on the Software
Control UI. Each individual functions are described and discussed in this section in detail.

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Switcher Settings

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Luma Keyer Enable/Disable buttons

1

Lumakey Source button

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Split selection button

2

PIP Source button

Transition Methods

3

User Memory

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T-Bar (manual transition)

4

Shift button

12

CUT button

Transition Effects

13

AUTO transition button

5

WIPE transition effect selection

Program/Preview

6

MIX Enable/Disable button

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Program row

7

WIPE transition effect Enable/Disable

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Preview row

PIP/Keyer

MENU

8

Enable/Disable buttons for PIP

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MENU button

Switcher Settings

Menu browsing buttons

Click the MENU button to gain access to the menu on a
separate window.

Program/Preview

Transition

Switcher

Settings

PIP/Keyer

Transition

Effects

Menu

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User Memory

User Memory buttons 1-3 allow the user to quickly
recall and load previously saved switcher settings with
a single button click. This includes PIP and Keyer
settings. See the User Memory section for more
information.

Shift Button

Clicking the Shift button will switch USER 1-3 buttons
to act as USER 4-6 buttons

Transition Effects

WIPE Transition Effect Selection

Each Wipe button consists of black and white colors.
The white represents the current Program image and
the black represents the WIPE-IN image. There are a
total of 2 WIPE presets available on the SE-500MU PC
APP panel; the WIPE buttons allow the user to make a
selection directly from the control panel for the first
two which are Left Right and Top Bottom wipes.
Center WIPE can be selected from the MENU (Start).

Clicking the REV button reverses the direction of the

WIPE.

MIX Enable/Disable button

A MIX, also known as a dissolve, is a transition wherein
the Program video is replaced by the Preview video at
a smooth rate, and at the same time. Clicking the MIX
button will enable the MIX transition effect and
automatically disable the WIPE button. To activate the

MIX effect, simply click the AUTO button or move the
T-Bar.

WIPE Transition Effect Enable/Disable button

Clicking the WIPE button enables the WIPE transition
effect. After that, the WIPE transition effect can be
selected. To trigger the WIPE transition effect, simply
click the AUTO button or move the T-Bar.

Wipe transition effect selection, border and position
can be configured in the MENU (Start).

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PIP / Keyer

Enable/Disable buttons for PIP Keyer

Picture in Picture puts the selected Sub Video Source in
a window on the Main Program view, with control over
window size and placement. For PIP configuration,
please refer to the PIP section.

PIP PGM:

Shows the configured PIP on the PGM

output after transition, however, the PIP cannot be

previewed on the QUAD split view display.

PIP PVW:

Sets the configured PIP on the next

transition.

SOURCE: Clicking the source button allows the user to
select the PIP source from the Preview row.

Luma Keyer Enable/Disable buttons

Luma Key PGM:

Shows the luma key source on the

PGM output and enables the luma key effect,

however, the luma key effect cannot be previewed on
the QUAD split view display.

Luma Key PVW: Enables luma key source for the PGM
output on the next transition.

Please refer to the Luma Key section for luma key
configurations.

SOURCE: Pressing the source button allows the user to
select the Lumakey source from the Preview row.

Split Activation Button

After the PIP window is activated, clicking the Split

button will split the PROGRAM output display into two
with the program out view on the left and the PIP view
on the right.

To select the Split source, i.e. the program out view,
please see section 3.2.5.

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Transition Methods

T-Bar (Manual Transition)

T-Bar is used for performing a transition manually. The
T-Bar can be either all the way up, all the way down or

anywhere in between. When the T-Bar is moved to
halfway between the topmost position and the
bottommost position, the PC APP Panel functions will
be disabled.

PVW and PGM views can be transitioned at your
preferred speed. To include the transition effect,
simply press the WIPE or MIX button, after which the

Transition Effect will be triggered as you move the T-
Bar.

CUT button

Clicking the Cut button performs i

mmediate manual

switch between PVW and PGM views

without any

transition effect.

AUTO button

Clicking the Auto button automatically transitions PVW
and PGM views according to the selected speed and
the configured transition effect.

Program / Preview Outputs

Program Source Row

Clicking the number buttons along the PROGRAM row selects a video source for the PGM view.

BKG button: Clicking the BKG button will switch the background to the Matte background or color

bars.

BLK button: Clicking the BLK button places a black screen on the monitor.

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Preview Source Row

Clicking the number buttons along the PREVIEW row selects a video source.

BKG button: Clicking the BKG button will switch the background to the Matte background or color
bars.

BLK button: Clicking the BLK button places a black screen on the monitor.

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Chapter 3 Setting Parameters

The SE-500MU’s Software Menu allows the user to perform several configurations of image effects,
such as picture-in-picture, luma key and etc. The user can also configure the audio settings in the
Audio option. In addition, in the setup option, the user is allowed to set video output resolution, reset
to factory default, and selects the interface language.

3.1 Start

Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

Start

Transition Type

MIX
WIPE

Mix

Transition Speed 1-200 frames

60 frames; the duration

in second depends on
the Program OUT

resolution.

WIPE Effect

1. Left Right

2. Top Bottom

3. Center

1

WIPE Border Size

OFF

Small
Middle

Large

Small

WIPE Border Color

White

Yellow
Cyan
Green

Magenta

Red

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Red

Blue

Black

BKG Color

White

Yellow
Cyan
Green
Magenta
Red
Blue

Black

White

3.1.1 Transition Type

The SE-500MU provides two types of transition effect, which are cross dissolve (MIX) and WIPE. The
default setting is MIX.

3.1.2 Transition Speed

The Transition Speed allows the user to set the MIX or WIPE effect duration, in frames. Simply slide
the Transition Speed bar to set the transition speed and the parameter value will be displayed in the
text box next to the slider.

3.1.3 Wipe Effect

On the SE-500MU, there are three wipe effects available for the user to choose. The three wipe
effects are LEFT RIGHT, TOP BOTTOM and CENTER. The default is LEFT RIGHT.

3.1.4 WIPE Border Size

The WIPE Border Size generally allows the user to select an appropriate border width. Setting the
WIPE Border Size to OFF turns the border off. Setting this parameter to small selects a thin border;

middle will yield a medium size width; large is the maximum wipe border width.

3.1.5 WIPE Border Color

In this option, you will be allowed to select a color for your wipe border. The available colors are listed
as follows:

• White

• Yellow

• Cyan

• Green

• Magenta

• Red Blue

• Black

3.1.6 BKG Color

In this option, you will be allowed to assign a color to the BKG button. The available colors are listed
as follows:

• White

• Yellow

• Cyan

• Green

• Magenta

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• Red Blue

• Black

3.2 PIP / Split

Picture-In-Picture (P-In-P) places a sub window on the PGM or Multiview screen. This option
(PIP/Split) allows you to configure various parameters of the PIP window.

Note: When PIP and Lumakey features are enabled at the same time, the lumakey source will be
the upper layer and the PIP source will be the lower layer. The layer order cannot be changed.

Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

PIP/Split

PIP Source

Black

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
Background

Color Bar

Input 2

PIP Size

1-100%

30%

Position X

-50% - +50%

20%

Position Y

-50% - +50%

10%

Split Source

Black

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3

Input 4

Input 2

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Background
Color Bar

Border Size

OFF

Small
Middle

Large

Small

Border Color

White

Yellow
Cyan
Green
Magenta
Red
Blue

Black

Red

3.2.1 PIP Source

In this option, the user will be allowed to assign the PIP source; the available sources are listed as
follows:

• Black

• Input 1

• Input 2

• Input 3

• Input 4

• Background

• Color Bar

Tip: To quickly assign the PIP source, simply press and hold the PIP PGM button and then select a
source from the Program BUS.

3.2.2 PIP Size (PIP Window Size)

The PIP Size parameter ranges from 1 to 100 with 1% being the smallest and 100 being the largest.
Therefore 50% would represent a PIP window which is half the size of the background image. 100%
would see the PIP window totally cover the background image unless offset to one side. To adjust this
parameter, simply move the cursor on the slide bar and the parameter value will be displayed in the
text box next to the slider.

3.2.3 Position X

Adjusting Position X parameter moves the PIP window horizontally. Simply move the Position X slide
bar to adjust the PIP window’s horizontal position and the parameter value will be displayed in the
text box next to the slider.

3.2.4 Position Y

Adjusting Position Y parameter moves the PIP window vertically. Simply move the Position Y slide bar
to move the PIP window’s vertical position and the parameter value will be displayed in the text box
next to the slider.

3.2.5 Split Source

After the PIP window is activated, clicking the Split button will split the PROGRAM output display into

two with the program out view on the left and the PIP view on the right. The Split source, i.e. the
program out view, can be selected in this option. The available split sources are listed as follows:

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• Black

• Input 1

• Input 2

• Input 3

• Input 4

• Background

• Color Bar

3.2.6 Border Size

The Border Size generally allows the user to select an appropriate PIP border width. Setting the
Border Size to OFF turns the PIP border off. Setting this parameter to small selects a thin border;

middle will yield a medium size width; large is the maximum PIP border width.

3.2.7 Border Color

The user is allowed to assign a PIP border color. The available colors are listed as follows:

• White

• Yellow

• Cyan

• Green

• Magenta

• Red

• Blue

• Black

3.3 PIP Crop

The PIP Crop basically adjusts the PIP window borders. You can adjust each side individually (Left /
Right / Top / Bottom) or all four sides at the same time (Size).

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Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

PIP Crop

Size

0 – 100%

0

Left

0 – 100%

0

Right

0 – 100%

0

Top

0 – 100%

0

Bottom

0 – 100%

0

Effects of the five sliders are described below:

• Left – Adjusts the position of the left edge of the PIP window;

• Right – Adjusts the position of the right edge of the PIP window;

• Size – Adjusts the PIP image crop size;

• Top – Adjusts the position of the top edge of the PIP window;

• Bot – Adjusts the position of the bottom edge of the PIP window.

The parameter value will be displayed in the text box next to the slider.

3.4 Lumakey

Keyer of the SE-500MU provides the user with the capability of luma keying.

Note: When PIP and Lumakey features are enabled at the same time, the lumakey source will be
the upper layer and the PIP source will be the lower layer. The layer order cannot be changed.

Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

Lumakey Lumakey Source

Black

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
Background

Color Bar

Input 2

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Mode

Black
White

Black
Cleanup Level

0 – 100

20

Transparency 0 – 64 64

3.4.1 Lumakey Source

Lumakey source is where you can select the image for luma keying. The available sources are listed as
follows:

• Black

• Input 1

• Input 2

• Input 3

• Input 4

• Background

• Color Bar

3.4.2 Mode

There are two modes available on the Luma Keyer. Select Black if the image is on a black background
and white if the image is on a white background.

3.4.3 Cleanup Level

The Cleanup Level allows the user to fine tune the effect of the luma key. The default value is 20.

3.4.4 Transparency

This slider allows you to adjust the transparency of the overall foreground key image and as you
adjust the slider, the parameter value will be displayed in the text box next to the slider.

3.5 Audio

This option allows the user to configure various audio settings such as muting HDMI output audio, set
the audio type, selecting your tally type and etc.

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Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

Audio

Mute

OFF/ON

Off

HDMI Input

Input 1-4 / Follow

Follow

HDMI Group

Channel 1/2

Channel 3/4
Channel 5/6

Channel 7/8

Channel 1/2

Level

Auto / SMPTE / EBU

Auto

Tally Mode

Normal / Audio Mixer

Normal

3.5.1 Mute

The Mute allows you to turn ON/OFF the embedded audio component at the HDMI-in. The default is
OFF.

3.5.2 HDMI Input

In this option, you can select the audio source. Selection of inputs 1-4 allows the SE-500MU to play
the enabled audio source. If “Follow” is selected, the audio will enter Audio follow Video mode, i.e.
playback of the audio of the output video.

3.5.3 HDMI Group

The HDMI Group allows the user to assign the HDMI audio channel. The default audio channel is
Channel 1/2. Any audio channel pair of the four audio channel pairs can be selected.

3.5.4 Level

There are two different audio standards available for selection. The user can either select the EBU or
SMPTE standard. By selecting AUTO allows the device to automatically detect the audio standard.
When the image is 50 Hz, the audio follows EBU standard and when the image is 59.94/60 Hz, the
audio follows SMPTE standard.

3.5.5 Tally Mode

Tally output port generally sends two tally signals to each channel. In Datavideo products, Red
indicates On-Air, and Green indicates next camera source.

The SE-500MU provides two tally modes:

Normal: If in normal mode, tally lights of all camera sources displayed on the PGM monitor will be
turned ON (Red). These sources include PGM, PIP and Key sources. While transition is in progress, the
next video will be seen on the PGM monitor, tally light of the PVW source camera will thus also be
turned ON (Red).

Audio Mixer: If Audio Mixer mode is selected, tally light of the PGM source camera selected on the
PCC APP panel will be turned ON (Red). While transition is in progress, the tally light color will remain
unchanged. The tally light color will only change (red/green) after the transition of PGM and PVW
views is complete.

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3.6 User Mems

In “User Mems”, the user is allowed to load previously saved settings and save the currently
configured settings.

Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

User Mems

Load Memory

User 1-6

Apply

Save Memory

User 1-6

Apply

3.6.1 Load Memory

Click the Load Memory pull-down menu to select the desired memory location and load the saved
setting by clicking the “apply” button.

Tip: The user can also click one of the USER memory shortcut buttons (1-3) on the PC APP Panel as a
quick way of loading those previously saved User configurations. Use the SHIFT button to switch
between USER MEMORY 1-3 and USER MEMORY 4-6.

3.6.2 Save Memory

Click the Save Memory pull-down menu to select the desired memory location and save the current
setting by clicking the “apply” button.

3.7 Setup

In the “Setup” menu, the user can change the output resolution, reset the SE-500MU to its Factory
Default values, choose the preferred OSD menu language, view the current firmware and software
versions (mainboard firmware and PC APP) and perform a firmware upgrade.

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Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

Setup

PGM Out Res.

1080p/60

1080p/59.94
1080p/50
1080i/60
1080i/59.94
1080i/50
720p/60
720p/59.94
720p/50
576i

480i

MV Out Res.

1080p/60

1080p/59.94
1080p/50
1080i/60
1080i/59.94
1080i/50
720p/60
720p/59.94

720p/50

Save Setup

[Save]

Factory Default

[Reset]

Language

English
Simplified Chinese

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Traditional Chinese

MB Software

Firmware Version

Software Version

PC APP Version

Firmware Upgrade

3.7.1 PGM Out Res.

In PGM Out RES., the user is allowed to select an appropriate PROGRAM output resolution. The
available resolutions are listed as follows:

• 1080p/60

• 1080p/59.94

• 1080p/50

• 1080i/60

• 1080i/59.94

• 1080i/50

• 720p/60

• 720p/59.94

• 720p/50

• 576i

• 480i

Once done, simply click the “Save Setup” button to confirm the selected output resolution.

Note: Please make sure the output resolution is same as the input resolution to prevent unexpected
issues from occurring.

3.7.2 MV Out Res.

In MV Out RES., the user is allowed to select an appropriate MULTIVIEW output resolution. The
available resolutions are listed as follows:

• 1080p/60

• 1080p/59.94

• 1080p/50

• 1080i/60

• 1080i/59.94

• 1080i/50

• 720p/60

• 720p/59.94

• 720p/50

Once done, simply click the “Save Setup” button to confirm the selected output resolution.

Note: The new resolution will be effective once selected. If you have selected a resolution that is
not supported by the monitor, you will not be able to view the OSD menu. In this case, please
reboot your machine to restore the default resolution previously configured in the “Save Setup”
option.

3.7.3 Save Setup

Clicking the “Save Setup” button to save the current configuration.

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3.7.4 Factory Default

The Factory Default button, once clicked, allows the user to restore the factory default settings. The

device will start the factory reset process in 2 to 3 seconds after the “Factory Default” button is
clicked.

3.7.5 Language

The available OSD menu languages are English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. Please
restart the PC APP after modifying the language setting.

3.7.6 MB Software / Software Version

Mainboard and keyboard software versions will be displayed.

3.7.7 Firmware Upgrade

Click the Firmware Upgrade button to perform a firmware upgrade.

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3.8 Connect

The “Connect” Menu allows you to configure remote connection settings on the SE-500MU. Click the
“Interface” pull-down menu to select DVIP or RS-232 interface and then configure the connection
accordingly. Please make sure the correct IP or COM Port is selected so that the connection can be
successfully established.

Option

Parameters

Parameter Value or Range

Default Value

Connect

Connection
Connect

Disconnect

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Interface
DVIP

RS-232

Com Port

Pull-down menu

Ethernet Card

Pull-down menu

Scan

Click to scan the network

IP Select

Pull-down menu

Host Name

SE-500MU

Model Name

SE-500MU

MAC Address

Address Mode
Fixed IP

DHCP

IP Address

Enter manually

Network Mask

Enter manually

Gateway

Enter manually

IP Save

Click to save the entered IP

address, network mask and

gateway settings.

3.8.1 Connection

Select “Connect” to enable the remote connection and “Disconnect” to disable the remote
connection.

3.8.2 Interface

The available interfaces are “DVIP” and “RS-232.”

3.8.3 Com Port

Click the pull-down menu to select the desired COM port from the displayed list.

3.8.4 Ethernet Card

Click the pull-down menu to select an Ethernet Card from the displayed list.

3.8.5 Scan

Click the SCAN button to scan the network to which the switcher is connected to.

3.8.6 IP Select

After scanning the network, click the “IP Select” pull-down menu to select the IP address of the
switcher that you would like to access.

After selecting the switcher’s IP address, the device information such as Host Name, Model Name and

MAC Address will be displayed immediately.

3.8.7 Address Mode

The Address Mode option allows the user to configure the switcher’s network settings. The available
address modes are FIXED IP and DHCP. If the FIXED IP mode is selected, the user will be allowed to
enter the network settings (IP Address, Network Mask and Gateway) manually. Once the correct
network settings are entered, click the IP SAVE button to save the settings.

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Chapter 4 Applications

4.1 Placing a logo on the video using the lumakey function

The SE-500MU allows the user to place a logo on the video using the lumakey function. First of all,
create a 1920x1080 (16:9) logo against a black or white background on a laptop. Once the logo is
created, please follow the steps outlined as follows to insert the logo layer.

Note: If the logo is dark, choose a white background; if the logo consists primarily of bright colors,
choose a black background.

1. Connect the laptop to one of the switcher’s HDMI Input Ports, HDMI Input 2 for example.

2. Click the MENU button on the Software Interface to open the Setting window.

3. Click the Lumakey tab and on the menu that opens, set the “Lumakey Source” to Input 2.

4. In this example, the logo is against a black background so Black Mode is chosen.

5. Set the “Cleanup Level” to 10 if the background is in total black.

6. “Transparency” is set to 64 if an opaque logo is desired. Opaque logo can be created by setting

the “Transparency” parameter to 64. Semi-transparency effect can be generated by setting
the “Transparency” parameter to a value between 0 and 64.

7. Exit the menu after the Logo is properly configured.

8. Click the Luma Key PGM button to place the logo on the Program screen or the Luma Key
PVW button to place the logo on the Preview screen.

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Chapter 5 Appendices

Appendix 1 Tally Outputs

The SE-500MU has a D-sub 15 pin female tally output port. These connections provide bi-colour tally
information to a number of other Datavideo products, such as the ITC-100 eight channel talkback
system and the TLM range of LCD Monitors. The ports are open collector ports and as such do not
provide power to tally light circuits.

The pin outputs are defined as follows:

PIN No.

Signal Name

Input/Output

Description of Signal

1

Program 1

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 1

2

--

--

No Function

3

Preview 1

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preview 1

4

RCOM (GND)

Ground

Ground

5

Program 4

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 4

6

Program 2

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 2

7

--

--

No Function

8

Preview 2

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preview 2

9

GND

Ground

Ground

10

--

--

No Function

11

Program 3

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Program 3

12

--

--

No Function

13

Preview 3

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preview 3

14

YCOM (GND)

Ground

Ground

15

Preview 4

Open collector output

Tally output of input video Preview 4

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Appendix 2 Firmware Upgrade

Datavideo usually releases new firmware containing new features or reported bug fixes from time to
time. Customers can either download the SE-500MU firmware as they wish or contact their local
dealer or reseller for assistance.

This section outlines the firmware upgrade process which should take approximately few minutes to

complete. The existing SE-500MU settings should persist through the firmware upgrade process,
which should not be interrupted once started as this could result in a non-responsive unit.

During the firmware upgrade process, please make sure power and RS-232 connections are not
interrupted.

Remark 1: If the firmware upgrade process is interrupted, you may see nothing displayed on your
screen after the machine is rebooted but connection to the SE-500MU can still be established. On
the PC APP, you will see that the switcher is working in the Bootloader mode. At this point, do not
operate the switcher but click the Firmware Upgrade button to re-run the firmware upgrade
process.

Remark 2: If your RS-232 connection is transmitting at 115,200 bps, please restrict the cable length
to less than two meters as long cable connection may deteriorate signal quality, leading to unstable
connection.

Note 1: Please disconnect all HDMI IN ports to prevent firmware upgrade failure.

Note 2: Firmware upgrade can only be done via the RS-232 connection.

1. Follow the procedure outlined in the section on “Connect on RS-232 Interface” to connect the PC

to the SE-500MU.

2. Run se500MuControl.exe to launch the User Interface.

3. At the top right of the interface, click the menu icon to open the Settings window.

4. On the Settings window, click the Setup tab.

5. On the Setup tab page, scroll down to the bottom and then click the Firmware Upgrade button.

6. Select the firmware SE500MUM_Vx.xx.x.xx.bin to start the upgrade.

7. An SE500MU Firmware Upgrade dialog box will pop up to display the upgrade progress.

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8. Reboot the machine after the firmware upgrade is finished successfully.

9. After the machine is rebooted, you will immediately see images of the four inputs being displayed

on the MV monitor. Reconnect to the SE-500MU via the RS-232 interface. On the Setup tab page,
confirm that MB Software displays the correct version number of the firmware installed.

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Appendix 3 Dimensions

All measurements in millimeters (mm)

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Appendix 4 Specifications

Interfaces

Video Inputs 4 x HDMI (HDMI1.4)

Video Outputs

2 x HDMI (HDMI 1.4)
1 Multiview and 1 Program

Audio Inputs

1 x Stereo RCA (L/R)
2 x Mono Microphone
De-embedded Digital Audio (2 CH)

Audio Outputs

1 x Stereo RCA (L/R)
1 x Stereo headphone (Mini Jack with volume control)
Embedded Digital Audio (2 CH / Channel 1 & 2)

Tally Yes / D-Sub 15 male connector

Software Update RS-232

Standards

Supported Input
Resolution

VGA, XGA (1024 x 768), SXGA (1280 x 1024),

UXGA (1600 x1200), WUXGA (1920 x 1200)
1920 x 1080p 60/59.94/50
1920 x 1080i 60/59.94/50
1280 x 720p 60/59.94/50

480i/p, 576i/p

Supported Output
Resolution

1920 x 1080p 60/59.94/50
1920 x 1080i 60/59.94/50
1280 x 720p 60/59.94/50

480p, 576p

Audio Format Support

PCM

LPCM 2CH
6CH

8CH

Additional

Keyers Luma Keyer

PIP Yes

Split Yes

Transition WIPE / MIX / CUT

General

Operating Temperature 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Humidity 10% to 80%

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