Roland V-440HD Manual

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Owner's Manual

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” (p. 2), “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 4), and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner’s Manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

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Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

For the U.K.

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbolor coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

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For EU Countries

This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.

For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment. This equipment requires shielded interface cables in order to meet FCC class B Limit.

For Canada

NOTICE

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

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Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner’s Manual.

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• Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

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• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer

all servicing to your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

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• Never use or store the unit in places that are:

• Subject to temperature extremes (e.g., direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle, near a heating duct, on top of heat-generating equipment); or are

Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet floors); or are

Humid; or are

Exposed to rain; or are

Dusty; or are

Subject to high levels of vibration.

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Make sure you always have the unit placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. Never place it on stands that could wobble, or on inclined surfaces.

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The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the rear side of unit.

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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device.

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Do not excessively twist or bend the power cord, nor place heavy objects on it. Doing so can damage the cord, producing severed elements

and short circuits. Damaged cords are fire and shock hazards!

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Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.

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Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland Service

Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page when:

The power-supply cord, or the plug has been damaged; or

If smoke or unusual odor occurs

Objects have fallen into, or liquid has been spilled onto the unit; or

The unit has been exposed to rain (or otherwise has become wet); or

The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

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Protect the unit from strong impact. (Do not drop it!)

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Do not force the unit’s power-supply cord to share an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be especially careful when using

extension cords—the total power used by all devices you have connected to the extension cord’s outlet must never exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) for the extension cord. Excessive loads can cause the insulation

on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through.

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Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor, as

listed on the “Information” page.

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Do not put anything that contains water (e.g., flower vases) on this unit. Also, avoid the use of insecticides, perfumes, alcohol, nail polish, spray

cans, etc., near the unit. Swiftly wipe away any liquid that

spills on the unit using a dry, soft cloth.

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The unit should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.

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• Always grasp only the plug on the power-supply

cord when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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At regular intervals, you should unplug the power plug and clean it by using a dry cloth to wipe all dust and other accumulations away from

its prongs. Also, disconnect the power plug from the power outlet whenever the unit is to remain unused for

an extended period of time. Any accumulation of dust between the power plug and the power outlet can result in poor insulation and lead to fire.

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• Try to prevent cords and cables from becoming entangled. Also, all cords and cables should be placed so they are out of the reach of children.

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Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.

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• Never handle the power cord or its plugs with

wet hands when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.

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• Before moving the unit, disconnect the power

plug from the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices.

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• Before cleaning the unit, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet (p. 23).

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• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning

in your area, pull the plug on the power cord out of the outlet.

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Keep any screws you may remove and the included screws in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being

swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT

SAFELY” on page 4, please read and observe the

following:

Power Supply

Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in which the electrical appliance is used, power supply noise may cause this unit to malfunction or may produce audible noise. If it is not practical to use a separate electrical outlet, connect a power supply noise filter between this unit and the electrical outlet.

Before connecting this unit to other devices, turn off the power to all units. This will help prevent malfunctions and/or damage to TV monitors or other devices.

Although the LCD and LEDs are switched off when the POWER switch is switched off, this does not mean that the unit has been completely disconnected from the source of power. If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. For this reason, the outlet into which you choose to connect the power cord’s plug should be one that is within easy reach and readily accessible.

Placement

This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.

Noise may be produced if wireless communications devices, such as cell phones, are operated in the vicinity of this unit. Such noise could occur when receiving or initiating a call, or while conversing. Should you experience such problems, you should relocate such wireless devices so they are at a greater distance from this unit, or switch them off.

When moved from one location to another where the temperature and/or humidity is very different, water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit. Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition. Therefore, before using the unit, you must allow it to stand for several hours, until the condensation has completely evaporated.

Copyright

Unauthorized recording, distribution, sale, lending, public performance, broadcasting, or the like, in whole or in part, of a work (musical composition, video, broadcast, public performance, or the like) whose copyright is held by a third party is prohibited by law.

Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

Maintenance

For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impregnated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth.

Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.

Repairs and Data

Please be aware that all data contained in the unit’s memory may be lost when the unit is sent for repairs. Important data should always be written down on paper (when possible). During repairs, due care is taken to avoid the loss of data. However, in certain cases (such as when circuitry related to memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possible to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concerning such loss of data.

Additional Precautions

Please be aware that the contents of memory can be irretrievably lost as a result of a malfunction, or the improper operation of the unit. To protect yourself against the risk of loosing important data, we recommend that you periodically save a backup copy of important data you have stored in the unit’s memory.

Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data that was stored in the unit’s memory once it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability .

Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to malfunctions.

When connecting / disconnecting all cables, grasp the connector itself—never pull on the cable. This way you will avoid causing shorts, or damage to the cable’s internal elements.

A small amount of heat will radiate from the unit during normal operation.

When you need to transport the unit, package it in the box (including padding) that it came in, if possible. Otherwise, you will need to use equivalent packaging materials.

This device allows you to switch images or turn video effects on/off at high speed. For some people, viewing such images can cause headache, nausea, or other discomfort. Do not use this device to create video that might cause these types of health problems. Roland Corporation will accept no responsibility for any such health problems that may occur in yourself or in viewers.

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Contents

USING THE UNIT SAFELY ............................

4

IMPORTANT NOTES......................................

6

Contents.........................................................

7

Main Features ................................................

8

Organization of the V-440HD.....................................

8

Multiformat Switcher...................................................

9

HD/RGB Inputs......................................................

9

SD Inputs..................................................................

9

Multiscreen Displays..............................................

9

Connection Example ..................................................

10

Live Switching.......................................................

10

Examples of Devices That Can Be Used ............

10

Before Using the V-440HD..........................

11

Check the Contents of the Package..........................

11

Names of Things and What They Do .........

12

Top Panel .....................................................................

12

SD Section ..............................................................

14

HD/RGB Section...................................................

16

Settings Section .....................................................

17

Rear Panel ....................................................................

18

HD Output Section ...............................................

19

SD Input/Output Section ....................................

19

HD/RGB Input Section........................................

19

Connections and Settings ..........................

20

Making the Connections............................................

20

Precautions When Making Settings.........................

22

With Rack-Mounting and Other Enclosures.....

22

Basic Operation...........................................

23

Turning On the Power .........................................

23

Turning Off the Power .........................................

23

Outputting and Stopping the Final Output............

23

Making the Fade-out Settings .............................

23

Making Various Settings ...........................................

24

Displaying Menus.................................................

24

Menu Operations ..................................................

25

Shortcuts to the Menu Parameters .....................

25

Input and Output Settings ..........................

26

Selecting the Output Format.....................................

26

Making the Output Settings ................................

26

Setting the HD/RGB Input .......................................

27

Setting the SD Input ...................................................

27

HD/RGB Section Operations ......................

28

Switching in the HD/RGB Section.....................

28

HD/RGB Section P in P Effects ..........................

30

HD/RGB Section Key Composite Effects .........

32

SD Section Operations ...............................

34

Switching in the SD Section.................................

34

SD Section P in P Effects ......................................

35

SD Section Key Composite Effects .....................

37

Other Operations.........................................

38

Using the PANEL PRESET Buttons .........................

38

Copying Presets.....................................................

38

Exchanging Presets ...............................................

39

Multi-Screen Output ..................................................

39

Connection Instructions for Multi-Screen Output

39

 

Making the Multi-Screen Settings ......................

40

Advanced Multi-Screen Settings ........................

41

Temporarily Switching Off the Multi-Screen

 

Function for the Master and Slave Devices.......

41

Switching Between NTSC and PAL ...................

42

Displaying Test Patterns ......................................

42

Reference ....................................................

43

About the HD/RGB IN Connectors (D-Sub)..........

43

About the RGB OUT Connectors (D-Sub)...............

43

About the TALLY Connectors ..................................

44

About the REMOTE Connector ................................

44

Controlling the V-440HD from an External Device

Via MIDI ......................................................................

45

Controlling the V-440HD from an External

 

Device Via MIDI....................................................

45

MIDI Messages Handled by the V-440HD........

46

Control Using V-LINK .........................................

46

Instructions for Using V-LINK ...........................

46

Installing the Rack Mount Hardware ......................

47

Instructions for Attaching the Rack Mount

 

Hardware ...............................................................

47

About Maintenance ....................................................

47

Daily Maintenance ................................................

47

About the Fan ........................................................

47

Menu Parameters........................................

48

REMOTE Command Reference .................

56

Commands Transmitted from External Devices to

the V-440HD ................................................................

56

Commands Transmitted from the V-440HD to

 

External Devices .........................................................

58

MIDI implementation...................................

59

MIDI IMPLEMENTATION CHART .......................

66

Block Diagram.............................................

67

Settings and Parameters............................

68

HD Size16:9 Output....................................................

68

RGB Video Live Output.............................................

69

SD Size4:3 Output.......................................................

70

HD-SDI Recording......................................................

71

Troubleshooting .........................................

72

Memo ...........................................................

74

Menu Settings Memo .................................................

74

Index ............................................................

77

Main specifications.....................................

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Main Features

The V-440HD multiformat live switcher is capable of switching between four HD/ RGB input systems and four SD input systems for seamless switching between HD, RGB, and SD inputs. There is no need to obtain separate converters to handle each type of format. Although housed in a compact body, this one device is capable of handling a wide variety of formats.

SD VCR

SD Video Presenter

HD VCR

V-440HD

Plasuma Display

Projector

PC

About HD

An abbreviation for “High Definition,” HD is a generic term for television formats that, in comparison to conventional TV formats, provide higher resolution and an improved angle of view, and deliver a heightened sense of presence by means of large-screen. This is also referred to as HDTV. Although there are a number of different types of HD, which can vary depending on the country where the technology was developed, the V-440HD utilizes the standards recommended in BT.709-3, established by the ITU in February, 1998.

About RGB

This format, used for output of video images with computers and other digital devices, uses video signals whereby each of three main colors, red (R), green (G), and blue (B), are handled separately.

About SD

An abbreviation for Standard Definition, this refers to formats currently in general use (such as 480I), as opposed to HD (High Definition).

Organization of the V-440HD

The V-440HD comprises two main sections, an “HD/RGB section,” which is used to mix all video signals, and an “SD section,” used for managing all SD video. The resulting mixes of composite video and S-video signals from the SD section (PGM output) are sent to the HD/RGB section, where the HD and RGB video are mixed and then output in either HD or RGB format.

SD IN 1

SD IN 2

SD IN 3

SD IN 4

HD/RGB IN 1

HD/RGB IN 2

HD/RGB IN 3

HD/RGB IN 4

SD

Section

SD

PGM

HD/RGB

Section

SD PGM OUT

HD OUT 1

HD OUT 2

RGB OUT 1 RGB OUT 2

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Main Features

Multiformat Switcher

The V-440HD converts and seamlessly switches signals in HD, RGB, and SD format to the selected final output format.

HD Effects

The V-440HD uses a variety of effects, including transitions (effects used when switching video images), P in P, and key composite effects.

Using the V-440HD in combination with an SD video switcher allows you to compose video using up to six different effects simultaneously.

Equipped with High-Performance SD-to-HD/RGB Up-Converter

The V-440HD features an up-converter that converts SD output to the final output format. This system enables up-conversion of SD video to HD and RGB with superior image quality.

HD/RGB Inputs

The HD/RGB inputs provide for the input of four channels of HD or RGB video.

HD inputs are compatible with 1080I as well as the typical 720p format. RGB inputs are compatible with VGA (640 x 480), SXGA (1280 x 1024) formats.

The HD/RGB inputs allow input through BNC and D-Sub connectors

Any HD/RGB input component BNC and D-Sub connectors not in use for input can be used as loop thru outputs.

SD Inputs

The V-440HD features four input channels.

SD inputs are compatible with both S-Video and component video.

A preview output is provided for each of the SD inputs 1-4.

SD Video Mixer

Capable of switching only SD video input.

PGM output from the SD video mixer can be switched after being input to the multiformat switcher. In addition, SD PGM output can be output as S-Video or composite video.

Effects, including transitions (effects used when switching video images), P in P, and key composite effects can be used.

Multiscreen Displays

You can use to synchronize multiple V-440HDs easily, and use simple settings to output the signals from one V-440HD to multiscreen displays. This eliminates any need to prepare video for each individual screen.

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Main Features

Connection Example

A variety of video formats can be handled with a single V-440HD, providing great flexibility for various different applications.

Live Switching

The V-440HD can be used for live switching with video productions that mix material in SD and HD formats. You can freely switch video from HD cameras and SD cameras and use chroma key and luminance key effects with characters displayed by a computer.

Stage Camera

PC

SD Video Deck

Projector

Preview Monitor

HD Video Recorder

V-440HD

Examples of Devices That Can Be Used

Due to its extensive compatibility with HD, RGB, and SD formats, the V-440HD provides a flexible system that can be tailored for any need and budget.

HD Video Equipment

Plasuma Display

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SD Video Equipment

 

 

Preview Monitor

 

V-440HD

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Before Using the V-440HD

Check the Contents of the Package

The V-440HD includes the following accessories. Please take a moment to confirm that all of these items have been included with the V-440HD.

If you find that any item is missing, contact your nearest Roland Service Center.

V-440HD

Power cord

*Use only the attached power cord. Also, must not remove the ferrite core from the supplied power code.

Owner’s Manual (this volume)

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Roland V-440HD Manual

Names of Things and What They Do

Top Panel

 

1

2

3

4

 

5

6

7

 

 

 

8

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

1.

SD IN Buttons 1-4........................................................... (p. 27)

4.

HD/RGB IN Buttons 1-4

..................................................(p. 27)

• These indicate the status of the video signals input to each of the

 

These indicate the status of the video signals input to each of the

 

SD IN inputs (p. 19).

 

 

 

HD/RGB IN inputs (p. 19).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Button

Video Signal Status

 

Button

 

Video Signal Status

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lit (Red)

Input of composite signal

 

Lit (Red)

 

Input of RGB signal

Lit (Green)

Input of S-video signal

 

Lit (Green)

 

Input of HD component signal

Off

 

No signal input

 

Off

 

 

No signal input

• Holding down the MENU button while pressing an SD IN

 

Holding down the MENU button while pressing an HD/RGB

 

button displays the SD input menu parameters (p. 27).

 

 

IN button brings up the HD/RGB input menu parameters (p.

2.

MIDI Button......................................................................

(p. 45)

 

 

27).

 

 

 

This switches the MIDI functions on and off.

5.

OUTPUT FORMAT Buttons ............................................

(p. 26)

The MIDI button is lit when the V-LINK mode is ON.

 

Press an OUTPUT FORMAT button to select the format for the

You can have the status of the V-LINK mode be indicated by the

 

 

 

video output from the HD OUT connectors (p. 19) or RGB OUT

illumination of the MIDI button. Select “V-LINK Indicator” in “MIDI

 

 

 

 

connectors (p. 19). The selected button lights up.

Switch Mode” (p. 55) in the menu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Settings Section .............................................................

(p. 17)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Used for making various settings for the V-440HD.

 

Button

Output Video Format

Output Connectors

 

 

 

 

 

For descriptions of each of the controllers, refer to Settings Section (p.

 

1080i

1080/60i (factory default set-

HD OUT Connectors 1, 2

17).

 

 

 

 

 

ting)

 

 

 

 

720p

720/60p (factory default set-

HD OUT Connectors 1, 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ting)

 

 

 

 

 

RGB

1024x768/60

RGB OUT Connectors 1,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

*

You can change the video format selected with each button in the

 

 

 

 

 

menu (p. 26).

 

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6. TIME Knob ......................................................................

(p. 23)

Enables setting of the time for the video to fade when the OUTPUT FADE button is pressed. Time can be set from 0.0 to 4.0 seconds.

*You can adjust the fadeout level by selecting "1. HD/RGB Output" (p. 48) in the menu and setting "12. Output Fade Mode" to "Manual."

7. OUTPUT FADE Button ...................................................

(p. 23)

Press the OUTPUT FADE button to fade out the video output from the HD OUT connectors or RGB OUT connectors (p. 19).

The status of FADE OUT can be determined by viewing the OUTPUT FADE button’s light.

Button

Video Output Mode

 

 

Flashing

Fading out

Lit

Black video output

Off

(Normal output)

Pressing the OUTPUT FADE button again while the button is lit or flashing causes the video output being faded out to fade back in.

8. SD Section ......................................................................

(p. 14)

This section is used for controlling the switching, P in P, key composite, and other functions for the video input to the SD IN inputs.

For descriptions of each button and knob, refer to SD Section (p. 14).

9. HD/RGB Section.............................................................

(p. 16)

This section is used for controlling the switching, P in P, key composite, and other functions for the video input to the HD/RGB IN inputs.

For descriptions of each button and knob, refer to HD/RGB Section (p. 16).

Names of Things and What They Do

“Channels” and “Buses”

Channel: Each of the V-440HD’s video inputs is called a “channel.” The SD and HD/RGB sections feature Channels 1-4, with each channel being independently controlled. Each “channel” is the equivalent of a “path” for the video signals.

Bus: On the V-440HD, you can select any combination of channels to be controlled as a single group. On the V- 440HD, such a grouping of channels is referred to as a “bus,” and the video for each bus can be selected from the channels. The SD section features an A-BUS and B-BUS, with the C-BUS and D-BUS included in the HD/RGB section; in each bus you can control groupings of different input channels.

Video A

Video B

Video C

Video D

Channel

Channel

Channel

Channel

Channel

Channel

Channel

Channel

1

2

3

4

1

2

3

4

A-BUS

B-BUS

Screen selected form Channel 1-4

Screen selected form Channel 1-4

Mixer

Switch / Composite A-Bus to B-Bus

Final Output

(PGM)

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Names of Things and What They Do

SD Section

 

 

This section is used for controlling the switching, P in P, key composite,

...............................................................4. SIZE Knob (SD)

(p. 36)

and other functions for the video input to the SD IN inputs.

This adjusts the size of the small screen when the P in P effect is used in

1

2 3 4

5 6 7

8

9

the SD section.

 

5.

LEVEL Knob (SD)

(p. 37)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This adjusts the key level when key composite effects are used in the SD

 

 

 

 

 

 

section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

LEVEL Display (SD) ........................................................

(p. 37)

 

 

 

 

 

 

This indicates the value of the key level set with the (5.) LEVEL knob

 

 

 

 

 

 

(SD).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

KEY ON Button (SD) .......................................................

(p. 37)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pressing the KEY ON Button (SD) causes the key composite effect to be

 

 

 

 

 

 

applied in the SD section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

TIME Display (SD) ...........................................................

(p. 34)

 

 

 

 

 

 

This indicates the transition time used to switch between the A-BUS and

 

 

 

 

 

 

B-BUS when the (14.) AUTO button (SD) is pressed. The time is indicated

 

 

 

 

 

 

in seconds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.

TIME Knob (SD) ...............................................................

(p. 34)

 

 

 

 

 

 

This sets the transition time used to switch between the A-BUS and B-

 

 

 

 

 

 

BUS when the (14.) AUTO button (SD) is pressed. The set time is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indicated in the TIME display. The time can be set to any value from 0.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

to 4.0.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. A-BUS Channel Buttons (SD) 1-4 ..................................

(p. 35)

10

11

12

13

14 15

 

These buttons are used to select the video signals to be input to the A-

 

 

 

 

 

 

BUS, from the video input to the SD IN connectors 1-4.

 

1.

POSITION Joystick (SD) ................................................

(p. 36)

 

 

 

 

 

This adjusts the positioning of the small screen when the P in P effect is

 

Button

 

V-440HD Status

 

used in the SD section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lit (Yellow)

 

Channel is selected

 

The POSITION joystick (SD) can be used only when the LOCK button to

 

Lit (Green)

 

Channel is selected (not displayed)

the right of the joystick is pressed to release the lock.

 

 

Off

 

Channel selection is cancelled

 

2.

LOCK Button (SD)

..........................................................

(p. 36)

 

Flashing (Yellow or Green)

 

P in P or key composite is in use

When the LOCK button (SD) is lit, the P in P position cannot be changed

 

11. B-BUS Channel Buttons (SD) 1-4

 

with the POSITION joystick (SD) to the left of the button.

 

 

(p. 35)

Pressing the LOCK button (SD) so its light is turned off enables operation

 

These buttons are used to select the video signals to be input to the B-

with the POSITION joystick (SD).

 

 

BUS, from the video input to the SD IN connectors 1-4.

 

3. P in P PATTERN Buttons (SD) 1-5................................

(p. 35)

 

 

 

 

 

Pressing the P in P PATTERN 1-5 buttons (SD) applies the P in P effect in

 

 

 

 

 

Button

 

V-440HD Status

 

the SD section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lit (Yellow)

 

Channel is selected

 

When the P in P effect is applied, the selected P in P PATTERN button

 

Lit (Green)

 

Channel is selected (not displayed)

(SD) lights up.

 

 

 

Off

 

Channel selection is cancelled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashing (Yellow or Green)

 

P in P or key composite is in use

Button

 

Sub-Screen Position (Factory Setting)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12. TRANSITION Indicators (SD)

 

(p. 34)

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Upper left

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

.........................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These indicate the position of the video fader.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Upper right

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When the AUTO button (SD) is in use, these indicate the ratio of video

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

being switched in the SD section. The portion of A-BUS video in the mix

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lower right

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

increases as the position of the indicator that lights within the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lower left

 

 

TRANSITION indicators (SD) gets closer to the A-BUS, while the relative

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

portion of B-BUS video decreases correspondingly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

Center

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Names of Things and What They Do

13. Video Fader (SD) ............................................................

(p. 34)

Moving the video fader up or down switches between the SD section A- BUS and B-BUS.

Tilt the fader shown in the figure up to switch to the A-BUS; tilt the fader down to switch to the B-BUS. The video switches using the effect selected with the (15.) TRANSITION buttons (SD).

14. AUTO Button (SD)..........................................................

(p. 34)

When the AUTO button (SD) is pressed, the SD section video switches over the time indicated in the TIME display (SD).

The video switches using the effect selected with the (15.) TRANSITION buttons (SD).

15. TRANSITION Buttons (SD) .............................................

(p. 34)

These are used to select the effect applied when switching the SD section video with the video fader (SD) or the AUTO button (SD).

Button

Function

Description

 

 

 

CUT

Cut

The SD video switches when the

 

 

SD video fader reaches the half-

 

 

way point.

MIX

Dissolve

The SD video is mixed as it gradu-

 

 

ally switches according to the an-

 

 

gle of the SD video fader.

WIPE

Wipe switching

The SD video switches with a

PATTERN

 

wipe effect, with the wipe corre-

1-6

 

sponding to the angle of the SD

 

 

fader.

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Names of Things and What They Do

HD/RGB Section

 

 

 

 

 

 

This section is used for controlling the switching, P in P, key composite,

.......................5. P in P PATTERN Buttons (HD/RGB) 1-5

(p. 30)

and other functions for the video input to the HD/RGB inputs.

Pressing the P in P PATTERN 1-5 buttons (HD/RGB) applies the P in P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

effect in the HD/RGB section.

 

1 2

3

4 5 6

7 8

9

10

11

When the P in P effect is applied, the selected P in P PATTERN button

(HD/RGB) lights up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Button

Sub-Screen Position (Factory Setting)

1

 

Upper left

 

 

 

 

2

 

Upper right

 

 

 

 

3

 

Lower right

 

 

 

 

4

 

Lower left

 

 

 

 

5

 

Center

 

 

 

 

6.

SIZE/ZOOM Knob (HD/RGB)

..........................................(p. 31)

This adjusts the size of the small screen when the P in P effect is used in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the HD/RGB section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

LEVEL Knob (HD/RGB)

 

(p. 33)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This adjusts the key level when key composite effects are used in the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HD/RGB section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

LEVEL Display (HD/RGB)

 

(p. 33)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This indicates the value of the key level set with the (7.) LEVEL knob

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

13

 

 

14

 

15

16

17

 

 

(HD/RGB).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. KEY ON Button (HD/RGB)

 

(p. 32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. P in P Button (HD/RGB) .................................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(p. 31)

Pressing the KEY ON Button (HD/RGB) causes the key composite effect

When this button is lit, the position of the subscreen when the P in P effect is

to be applied in the HD/RGB section.

 

 

used in the HD/RGB section can be set with the POSITION joystick (HD/

10. TIME Display (HD/RGB) ..................................................

 

(p. 28)

RGB), while the subscreen size can be set with the SIZE/ZOOM knob (HD/

This indicates the transition time used to switch between the C-BUS and

RGB).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D-BUS when the (16.) AUTO button (HD/RGB) is pressed. The time is

2.

 

PAN/ZOOM Button (HD/RGB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(p. 31)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indicated in seconds.

 

 

When using the P in P effect in the HD/RGB section, the crop position

 

 

11. TIME Knob (HD/RGB)

 

(p. 28)

and zoom ratio of the small screen can be set with the POSITION/PAN

 

This sets the transition time used to switch between the C-BUS and D-

joystick (HD/RGB) and SIZE/ZOOM knob (HD/RGB) knob when this

BUS when the (16.) AUTO button (HD/RGB) is pressed. The set time is

button is lit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indicated in the TIME display. The time can be set to any value from 0.0

3.

 

POSITION/PAN Joystick (HD/RGB)

 

 

 

 

(p. 31)

 

 

 

 

 

to 4.0.

 

 

This adjusts the position of, and zoom for the small screen when the P in

 

 

12. C-BUS Channel Buttons (HD/RGB) A/B, 1-4

(p. 29)

P effect is used in the HD/RGB section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These buttons are used to select the video signals to be input to the C-

The POSITION/PAN joystick (HD/RGB) can be used only when the

BUS, either from the video input to the HD/RGB IN connectors 1-4 or the

LOCK button to the right of the POSITION/PAN joystick (HD/RGB) is

final output from the SD section (SD PGM video).

 

pressed to release the lock.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

 

LOCK Button (HD/RGB) .................................................

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(p. 31)

 

 

 

 

 

When the LOCK button (HD/RGB) is lit, neither the position nor panning of

Button

 

V-440HD Status

 

the P in P subscreen be changed with the POSITION/PAN joystick (HD/RGB).

Lit (Yellow)

 

Channel is selected

 

Pressing the LOCK button (HD/RGB) so enables operation with the

Lit (Green)

 

Channel is selected (not displayed)

POSITION/PAN joystick (HD/RGB).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

 

 

Channel selection is cancelled

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashing (Yellow or Green)

 

P in P or key composite is in use

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13. D-BUS Channel Buttons (HD/RGB) A/B, 1-4................

(p. 29)

These buttons are used to select the video signals to be input to the D- BUS, either from the video input to the HD/RGB IN connectors 1-4 or the final output from the SD section (SD PGM video).

Button

V-440HD Status

 

 

Lit (Yellow)

Channel is selected

Lit (Green)

Channel is selected (not displayed)

Off

Channel selection is cancelled

Flashing (Yellow or Green)

P in P or key composite is in use

14. TRANSITION Indicators (HD/RGB) ...............................

(p. 28)

These indicate the position of the video fader.

When the AUTO button (HD/RGB) is in use, these indicate the ratio of video being switched in the HD/RGB section. The portion of C-BUS video in the mix increases as the position of the indicator that lights within the TRANSITION indicators (HD/RGB) gets closer to the C-BUS, while the relative portion of D-BUS video decreases correspondingly.

15. Video Fader (HD/RGB) ...................................................

(p. 28)

Moving the video fader up or down switches between the C-BUS and D- BUS of the HD/RGB section.

Tilt the fader shown in the figure up to switch to the C-BUS; tilt the fader down to switch to the D-BUS. The video switches using the effect selected with the (17.) TRANSITION buttons (HD/RGB).

16. AUTO Button (HD/RGB) .................................................

(p. 28)

When the AUTO (HD/RGB) button is pressed, the HD/RGB section video switches over the time indicated in the TIME display (HD/RGB). The video switches using the effect selected with the (17.) TRANSITION buttons (HD/RGB).

17. TRANSITION Buttons (HD/RGB) ...................................

(p. 28)

These are used to select the effect applied when switching the HD/RGB section video with the video fader (HD/RGB) or the AUTO button (HD/ RGB).

Button

Function

Description

 

 

 

CUT

Cut

The HD/RGB video switches

 

 

when the HD/RGB video fader

 

 

reaches the half-way point.

MIX

Dissolve

The HD/RGB video is mixed as it

 

 

gradually switches according to

 

 

the angle of the HD/RGB video

 

 

fader.

WIPE

Wipe switching

The HD/RGB video switches with

PATTERN

 

a wipe effect, with the wipe corre-

1-6

 

sponding to the angle of the HD/

 

 

RGB fader.

Names of Things and What They Do

Settings Section

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. MENU Button ...................................................................

(p. 24)

Pressing the MENU button displays the menu in the video monitor connected to the SD PREVIEW OUT connector.

Rotate the VALUE knob to select the parameter to be set, then press the ENTER button to enter the selection.

Pressing the MENU button while the menu is displayed closes the menu. When the menu is appeared, the MENU button Flashing. When the menu is disappeared, the MENU button Off.

2. ENTER Button .................................................................

(p. 24)

This is used to confirm a menu choice. The button flashes while the menu is displayed.

3. VALUE Knob ...................................................................

(p. 24)

This is used to select parameters from the menu.

4. SHIFT Button...................................................................

(p. 38)

Pressing the SHIFT button so it’s lit enables selection of PANEL PRESET 9-15 using the PANEL PRESET buttons (1-8).

5. PANEL PRESET Buttons 1-8 .........................................

(p. 38)

You can store up to 15 separate configurations of parameter settings set in each of the top sections.

You can call up the saved settings by pressing the PANEL PRESET buttons.

PANEL PRESET 9-15 and FACTORY RESET can be selected when the SHIFT button is lit.

Button

V-440HD Function

 

 

Lit (Green)

Selects PANEL PRESET 1-8

Lit (Red)

Selects PANEL PRESET 9-15, FAC-

 

TORY RESET

Off

No PANEL PRESET selected

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Names of Things and What They Do

Rear Panel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

4

 

5

 

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

8

9

10

11

12

1.

POWER Switch ...............................................................

 

 

(p. 23)

10. REMOTE Connector ......................................................

 

 

 

(p. 44)

This switches the V-440HD’s power on and off.

 

Use this connector when using serial control from computers or other

If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER

external devices.

 

switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Refer to

Refer to the chart of serial signals on p. 44.

Turning Off the Power (p. 23).

 

11. Ground terminal

 

2.

AC Inlet ...........................................................................

(p. 20)

927Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may

Connect the power cord included with the V-440HD here.

 

experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels

3.

Exhaust Vent ..................................................................

(p. 22)

gritty to the touch when you touch this device, microphones connected to

Heat generated by the V-440HD is expelled here.

 

it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as guitars. This is due to an

 

infinitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

you are concerned about this, connect the ground terminal (see figure)

 

Allowing this section of the panel to be blocked may, due to the

with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may

 

buildup of excess heat, result in damage to the V-440HD.

 

occur, depending on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure

4.

HD/RGB Output Section

(p. 19)

of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or

an authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

Video in HD or RGB format is output here. For descriptions of each

Unsuitable places for connection

connector, refer to p. 19.

 

 

• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)

5.

HD/RGB Input Section

(p. 19)

• Gas pipes (may result in fire or explosion)

Four channels of HD or RGB video can be input using the BNC or D-sub

• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in

connectors. BNC and D-sub terminals not used for signal input can be

the event of lightning)

 

used as THRU outs. For descriptions of each connector, refer to p. 19.

 

988

 

6.

SD Input/Output Section

(p. 19)

 

12. SECURITY Slot (

)

Four channels of SD video can be input using the composite video or S-

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video connectors. For descriptions of each connector, refer to p. 19.

 

 

7.

TALLY Terminals (HD, SD)............................................

(p. 44)

 

 

TALLY signals are output here. When a television monitor equipped with a TALLY terminal is connected to the V-440HD, the V-440HD can then be used to activate the television monitor's TALLY lamp.

Tally signals from the HD/RGB section are output from the TALLY HD terminal; tally signals from the SD section are output from the TALLY SD terminal. For descriptions of each terminals, refer to p. 44.

8.

MIDI OUT/THRU .............................................................

(p. 45)

 

Use this connector to connect the V-440HD to an external MIDI device

 

and transmit MIDI messages to the other MIDI device. Use a MIDI cable

 

(sold separately) to connect the devices. You can also use this connector

 

as a THRU output for MIDI signals received at the MIDI IN connector.

 

9.

MIDI IN Connector..........................................................

(p. 45)

About the Preview Screen

Use this connector to connect the V-440HD to an external MIDI device

 

and receive MIDI messages from the other MIDI device. Use a MIDI cable

 

(sold separately) to connect the devices.

 

The V-440HD's "Preview OUT" outputs video from the bus not being

 

 

 

used to output from PGM OUT.

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HD Output Section

 

1

2

3

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. RGB PREVIEW Connector (Analog RGB) ....................

(p. 20)

The HD/RGB bus preview screen is output in RGB (analog/D-Sub) from this connector.

*The video in the HD/RGB Preview screen is displayed with the P in P effect (p. 30) and other such effects applied.

2. HD PREVIEW Connectors (Analog Component).........

(p. 20)

This is a BNC connector for outputting the HD/RGB bus preview screen as analog component video.

*The video in the HD/RGB Preview screen is displayed with the P in P effect (p. 30) and other such effects applied.

3.

HD OUT 1, 2 Connectors (Analog Component)

........... (p. 20)

These are BNC connectors for outputting the video combined on the

HD/RGB bus as analog component video.

 

4.

RGB OUT 1, 2 Connectors (Analog RGB) ..........

(p. 20, p. 43)

The composite video from the HD/RGB bus is output as RGB signals from this connector.

SD Input/Output Section

1 2 3

4

5 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. SD PGM OUT COMPOSITE Connector (Analog) .........

(p. 20)

This connector outputs composite effects from the SD section as composite video signals. Video monitors equipped with a composite video input connector can be connected here.

2. SD PGM OUT S-VIDEO Connector ...............................

(p. 20)

This Connector outputs composite effects from the SD bus as S-video signals. Video monitors equipped with an S-Video input connector can be connected here.

3. SD PREVIEW OUT Connector .............................

(p. 20, p. 24)

The preview screen from the SD Section is output from this connector. The menu (p. 24) is also displayed.

*The video in the SD Preview screen is displayed without the P in P effect (p. 35) and other such effects applied.

Names of Things and What They Do

4.SD S-VIDEO IN 1-4 Connectors .......................... (p. 20, p. 27)

These are connectors for input of S-Video to SD buses 1-4.

Video devices equipped with an S-Video output connector can be connected here.As initially set at the factory, when video is simultaneously being input to the SD COMPOSITE IN connector for the same channel, the video input to the SD S-VIDEO IN connector is given priority.

5.SD COMPOSITE IN 1-4 Connectors (Analog) .... (p. 20, p. 27)

These are connectors for input of composite video to SD buses 1-4. Video devices equipped with a composite video output connector can be connected here.

As initially set at the factory, when video is simultaneously being input to the SD S-VIDEO IN connector for the same channel, the video input to the SD S-VIDEO IN connector is given priority.

*You can set the V-440HD so that the SD COMPOSITE IN connectors the SD S-VIDEO IN connectors. To make this setting, go to "7. SD Input" (p.

51)- "1. SD Input Select" in the menu, then select "Composite."

6.SD MONITOR OUT Output 1-4 Connectors (Analog Composite Video)...(p. 20)

These BNC connectors output video from the SD S-VIDEO IN connectors or SD COMPOSITE IN connectors as composite video.

When the V-440HD is connected to a video monitor equipped with composite video input connectors, you can monitor the video of each channel.

HD/RGB Input Section

1

2

3

1.HD/RGB IN 1-4 Connectors (Analog Component/RGB) .. (p. 20)

These are BNC connectors capable of being used for input of analog component signals or RGB signals.

If not inputting video, connectors to which no video is being input can be used as loop thru outputs for video input via the HD/RGB IN 1-4 connectors (analog RGB).

*Video cannot be input via both the HD/RGB IN (BNC) connectors and IN (D-Sub) connectors simultaneously. Inputting video simultaneously in this manner may result in disruption of the video images.

2.HD/RGB 75 TERMINATOR 1-4 Switches ............................(p. 21)

Switch to ON if no cables are connected to either the HD/RGB IN (BNC) connectors or the HD/RGB IN (D-Sub) connector.

Switch to OFF if using these connectors as loop thru connectors.

3. HD/RGB IN 1-4 Connectors (RGB/Analog Component) .. (p. 20, p. 43)

These are D-Sub connectors capable of being used for input of analog component signals or RGB signals.

If not inputting video, connectors to which no video is being input can be used as loop thru outputs for video input via the HD/RGB IN 1-4 connectors (analog component).

*Video cannot be input via both the HD/RGB IN (BNC) connectors and IN (D-Sub) connectors simultaneously. Inputting video simultaneously in this manner may result in disruption of the video images.

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Connections and Settings

Making the Connections

To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections.

1

Before connecting the V-440HD, make sure that the power to all devices to be connected is turned off.

2

Connect the included power cord to the V-440HD’s AC inlet, then connect the other end of the cord to a power outlet.

3

Connect the V-440HD to other devices as shown in the figure.

HD/RGB IN Connectors

(Analog Component/RGB)

Make sure that the component Y, Pb, and Pr are properly connected when connecting component video to the HD/RGB IN BNC connectors. If connecting RGB video, connect R, G, B, H, and V. Failure to connect these properly may prevent output of the video or result in problems with the colors.

[V-440HD Connecting Diagram]

HD Video Output Device

HD Camera

Cable

Component

MIDI Device

MIDI Sequencer

RGB Video Output Device

MIDI

 

 

Cable

PC or Other Device

 

Loop Thru

Cable Sub-D

 

RS-232C Device

PC or Other Device

SD Video Output Device

-RS

Cable 232C

 

DV Camcoder , Presenter

CompositeCable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC

 

 

 

to Concent

Cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Final Output (HD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cable Sub-D

Cable Sub-D

Cable Component

Cable VGA

Sub-D-Component

 

 

 

 

 

Cable

-Component Cable Sub-D

Cable Composite

VGA Monitor

Cable

Composite

SD PREVIEW Monitor

Ground terminal

Cable Composite

Plasma Display or Other Display

VGA Display

TV Monitor or Other Device

Final Output (RGB)

HD IN Monitor

SD PGM OUT Monitor

SD IN Monitor

Projector or Other Display

Multiformat Monitor or Other Device

TV Monitor or Other Device

TV Monitor or Other Device

external ground

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Connections and Settings

About Loop Thru

The HD/RGB IN connector (D-sub) and HD/RGB IN connector (BNC) for any particular channel are linked internally within the unit. So, for example, if analog component signals are input to the Channel 1 HD/RGB IN connector (D-sub), the same signals are output from the Channel 1 HD/RGB IN connector (BNC). This function is called "Loop Thru."

Using Loop Thru, you can monitor the video output of each video input on a television monitor, or even use the connections for multiscreen output.

However, the following precautions must be observed.

Set the TERMINATOR 75switch to ON when Loop Thru is not being used Some devices may not function properly when Loop Thru is not in use unless the TERMINATOR 75switch is set to ON.

Using more than one pass with Loop Thru may result in attenuation of the video With three or more V-440HDs connected using Loop Thru, the video signal becomes more attenuated the further down the signal path the V-440HD is.

When using identical video with three or more V-440HDs, be sure to use a commercially available video multiplexer.

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Connections and Settings

Precautions When Making Settings

The V-440HD is force cooled, using a cooling fan to dissipate high interior temperatures. Exterior air is drawn through the front panel intake vent and expelled from the rear panel exhaust vent (see figure).

• Use a vacuum cleaner or other means to remove any dust that may accumulate in the intake and exhaust vents.

With Rack-Mounting and Other Enclosures

Observe the following precautions when mounting the V-440HD in a rack or portable case.

• Ensure that the location provides good air flow.

• If the rack’s rear panel is not removable, ensure that there is a minimum of 10 cm clearance between the V-440HD’s exhaust vent and the rack’s rear panel, and that the top of the rack has a ventilation port or exhaust fan to expel any accumulated heat.

• If mounted in a portable case, ensure that the intake vent is not obstructed.

• Use due caution when mounting the V-440HD in a rack or other enclosure so your fingers don’t get wedged or pinched between the V- 440HD and the rack or enclosure.

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Basic Operation

Turning On the Power

Once the connections have been completed (p. 20), turn on power to your various devices in the order specified. By turning on devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices.

This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after power up is required before the unit will operate normally.

1.Before turning on the power, confirm that all other devices are properly connected.

2.Switch the POWER switch on the V-440HD’s rear panel to ON.

Turning Off the Power

1.Switch the POWER switch on the V-440HD’s rear panel to OFF.

If you need to turn off the power completely, first turn off the POWER switch, then unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Refer to Making the Connections (p. 20).

Outputting and Stopping

the Final Output

To output and stop the V-440HD's final output, use the OUTPUT FADE button.

You can have the final output fade out over the period set with the TIME knob by pressing the OUTPUT FADE button. This period can be set from 0.0 seconds to 4.0 seconds. Pressing the OUTPUT FADE button after the final output has faded out causes the video to fade in again.

If you are not going to fade the final output in or out, set the TIME knob to 0.0.

TIME Knob

OUTPUT FADE Button

When the OUTPUT FADE button is pressed while a fade-out or fade-in is in progress, the fade-out or fade-in stops at that point. Pressing the OUTPUT FADE button once more starts the fadeout or fade-in again.

Making the Fade-out Settings

Make the fade-out settings with the "12. Output Fade Mode" and "13. Output Fade Color " settings under "1. HD/RGB Output " in the menu (p. 24).

Output Fade Mode

Sets the final output fade control

Output Fade Color

Sets the final output fade color

*For more on the menu, refer to "Menu Operations" (p. 25).

*You can move the cursor to the "12. Output Fade Mode" parameter under "1. HD/RGB Output" in the menu by holding down the MENU button and pressing the OUTPUT FADE button.

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Basic Operation

Making Various Settings

The V-440HD’s various settings are set from the menu. The menu is displayed on the video monitor connected to the SD PREVIEW OUT connector.

Displaying Menus

Press the MENU button to display the menu on the video monitor connected to the SD PREVIEW OUT connector.

TV Monitor

By holding down the SHIFT button and pressing the MENU button, you can display the video output from the HD OUT connectors and HD PREVIEW OUT connectors, or from the RGB OUT connectors and RGB PREVIEW OUT connectors in the menu.

*This is a shortcut for switching the "11. HD On Screen Display" function in "13. System" (p. 54) on and off.

Menu

 

Parameters Shown

Notes

Related

 

in Menu

 

Page

 

 

 

 

1

HD/RGB Output

Settings for the final output

P.48

2

HD/RGB Input

Settings for the input from the HD/

P.49

 

 

RGB IN connectors

 

3

HD/RGB PinP/Zoom

Advanced settings for the HD/RGB

P.50

 

 

section’s P in P effect

 

4

HD/RGB Key

Advanced settings for the HD/RGB

P.50

 

 

section’s key composite effects

 

5

HD/RGB Wipe Select

Settings for the TRANSITION but-

P.51

 

 

tons’ (HD/RGB) WIPE PATTERN 1-6

 

6

SD Output

Settings for the SD section’s output

P.51

 

 

are made here

 

7

SD Input

Settings for the input from the SD IN

P.51

 

 

connectors

 

8

SD PinP

Advanced settings for the SD sec-

P.52

 

 

tion’s P in P effect

 

9

SD Key

Advanced settings for the SD sec-

P.52

 

 

tion’s key composite effects

 

10

SD Wipe Select

Settings for the TRANSITION but-

P.52

 

 

tons’ (SD) WIPE PATTERN 1-6

 

11

Panel Preset Edit

These settings are used to copy and

P.53

 

 

exchange panel presets

 

12

Multi Screen

Settings for the Multi Screen output

P.53

13

System

The V-440HD’s system settings

P.54

14

MIDI Setup

MIDI-related settings

P.55

15

Factory Reset

This restores the V-440HD to its

P.55

 

 

original factory default settings.

 

About the Menu Hierarchy

The V-440HD’s menu comprises three different levels, as shown in the figure below. The lowest level is where numerical values and other parameter values are selected.

Press the ENTER button to go to a lower level in the menu. Press the MENU button to move up a level.

Parameter

Parameter

Value

1.HD/RGB Output

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1-1:

Output Format (1080) Sw

1280x1024, 1280x768, ....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1-2:

Output Format (1080) Sw

1280x1024, 1280x768, ....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1-3:

Output Format (1080) Sw

1280x1024, 1280x768, ....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1-3:

Output Format Sw Lock

On, Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.HD/RGB Input

3.HD/RGB PinP/Zoom

MENU ENTER VALUE

Button Button Knob

Closing the Menu

To close the menu, press the MENU button while the topmost level is displayed.

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