
Lossless conversion in the palm of your hand.
Awarding-winning multi-format conversion technology concentrated
in a simplified mini-converter.
Uncompromising commitment to picture quality. Faithful reproduction of video characteristics.
The VC-1 series faithfully converts the original source with no change
in color or brightness. It supports super-blacks and super-whites,
and converts video from cameras and other source devices with all
the originality intact.
Color bar signal
[
Vector scope]
Faithful conversion of color phase and chroma
[
Waveform monitor
Faithful conversion from super-blacks to super whites
]
On-board reclocker.
The VC-1 series reproduces the video characteristics of the original
source with no interlace artifacts, pixel shifting, or other conversion
problems or signal errors. Jitter and return loss are at exceptional levels
as well.
Burst signal
[
Waveform monitor
Perfect conversion of frequency character
]
Support for 1080 p 3G-SDI.
Video signals beyond 1080i can be input and output. The VC-1 series
supports both level A and level B 3G-SDI, letting you connect a wide
variety of 3G-SDI equipment. 1080i, 720p, and SD signals are
accommodated automatically on connection.
Interlaced (1080/60i
)
ing you connect a wide
and SD signals are
Progressive (1080 /6 0p
ive1
)
The VC-1 series features an on-board reclocker to compensate for
attenuation of SDI signals carried over long distances. This makes it possible
to receive camera-relay video while maintaining a high image quality.
Signal before reclocking Reduction of jitter

High quality and rugged construction
for the rigors of front-line use.
High quality, smart design.
The exterior plating is aluminum at 2 millimeters thick. The connectors
laid out inside the exterior plates are fastened to the chassis with nuts
and bolts. This makes for a heavy-duty specification that can keep
the connectors from coming loose even with frequent cable changes,
as well as withstanding impact and drops. Every connector has an LED
input indicator enabling you to confirm the status of signal transmission
at a glance. The series is built for uncompromising reliability that includes
accurate operation even over long periods of continuous use thanks to a
design featuring exceptional heat-radiating efficiency.
Connectors fastened with nuts or screws. LED input indicators for confirming signals
A form factor that accommodates use
on-the-go.
Cutaway areas in the exterior plate
enable you to fasten the unit to
tripods or the like using velcro or
elastic ties. This makes for convenient
placement and setup even during
live on-site use.
Support for workflow
combining audio and video.
Audio embedding and de-embedding features are provided
(
channel-selectable) in the VC-1 Series. The audio embedding feature
lets you place audio signals from a different source into the video output.
For example, when converting an SDI signal to HDMI, you can use the
audio embedding feature to output high-quality audio from any of the SDI
audio channels. Digital (AES/EBU) input and output are also supported,
letting you exchange sound between professional audio equipment with no
degradaton in signal. Analog input and output is supported as well making
it possible to both monitor and input audio to/from a wide variety of
equipment such as an audio console.
Easy configuration with DIP switches
upported as well making
from a wide variety of
tc
or dedicated PC/Mac software app.
DIP switches make it simple to accommodate on-site requirements.
Change the conversion direction or other settings by simply sliding a DIP
switch on the side of the unit. Delay Dials (VC-1-DL only) set the amount
of delay for video and audio. Set the amount of delay independently for
video and audio in a range of 0 to 9 fields (0 to 4.5 frames). Connection
to a computer via USB cable unlocks even greater versatility with
advanced settings including a memory location to lock in a favorite
configuration. Control and configure multiple VC-1 units at the same
time using a USB hub.
Attached to a tripod for mobile production
Support for HDCP HDMI signals.
The VC-1 series is compliant with HDCP. For example, the VC-1-DL can
take HDCP-applied HDMI input signals, apply frame synchronization or
delay, and produce HDCP-applied HDMI output. This allows the VC-1 series
to be used in any HDCP-based system with no worries.
* HDCP-applied HDMI signals cannot be converted to SDI
and recorded to HDMI recorders and editors.
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Delay Dials (VC-1- DL only)
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VC-1 RCS
*The VC -1 RCS for PC/ Mac can be downloaded from www.rolandsystemsgroup.net.
VC -1 Series
VC -1 Series

Specifications
HDMI to SDI:VC -1-HS FS Delay:VC -1-DL
Input
HDMI
Connector
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
Processing Processing
Audio embedding
Audio de-embedding
Output Output
Connector
SDI
Connector
HDMI
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
Type A (19 pins ) x 1
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1 pair (L/R)
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1
( Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector)
BNC type x 2
Type A (19 pins ) x 1 (Th ru/Out )
1/4" TRS phone type (balanced ) x 1 pair (L/R)
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1
(Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector )
VC-1 Common Specifications
Input / Output Format
Signal Standards
SDI Input
HDMI Input
SDI Output
HDMI Output
Video Format
Audio Format
Video Format
Audio Format
Signal Standards
Video Format
Audio Format
Video Format
Audio Format
Audio Input / Output Others
Analog Audio
Input
Digital Audio
Input
Analog Audio
Output
Digital Audio
Output
Input Level
Maximum Input Level
Impedance
Signal Format
Impedance
Signal Format
Impedance
Signal Format
Impedance
SMPTE 424M( SMPTE 425M-AB), SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M-C
1920x1080/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/60i/59.94i/50i ( Conforms to SMPTE 274M),
1280x720/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p ( Conforms to SMPTE 296M),
720x487/59.94i, 720x576/50i ( Conforms to ITU-R BT.601-5)
Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 16 ch (Conforms to SMPTE 299M, SMPTE 272M-C )
1920x1080/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/60i/59.94i/50i,
1280x720/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p, 720x480/59.94i, 720x576/50i (Conforms to CEA-861-D )
Linear PCM, 24 bit, 48 kHz, 8 ch
SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB ), SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M-C
1920x1080/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/60i/59.94i/50i (Conforms to SMPTE 274M ),
1280x720/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p (Conforms to SMPTE 296M ),
720x487/59.94i, 720x576/50i (Conforms to ITU-R BT.601-5 )
Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 16 ch (Conforms to SMPTE 299M, SMPTE 272M-C )
1920x1080/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/60i/59.94i/50i,
1280x720/60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p, 720x480/59.94i, 720x576/50i (Conforms to CEA-861-D )
Linear PCM, 24 bit, 48 kHz, 8 ch
+4dBu
+22dBu
150 k ohms
AES3, 16/24 bits, 32/48 kHz, 2 ch
110 ohms
+4dBu
600 ohms
AES3, 16/24 bits, 32/48 kHz, 2 ch
110 ohms
SDI to HDMI:VC -1-SH
Input
SDI
Connector
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
Audio embedding
Audio de-embedding
Connector
SDI
Connector
HDMI
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
USB Connector
Power Supply
Power
Consumption
Dimensions
Weight
Operation
Temperature
Accessories
USB Type B (Hi-Speed USB ) x 1
DC 9V
8W
150 (W) ×130 ( D) ×30 (H) mm
5-15/16 (W ) x 5-1/8 (D) x 1-3/16 (H) inches
500 g (without AC Adaptor) 1 lb 2 oz
+0 to +40 degrees Celsius
AC adaptor, Power Cord, Rubber Foot x 4, Owner's Manual
BNC type x 1
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1 pair (L/R)
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1
(Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector )
BNC type x 1 ( Thru/ Out)
Type A (19 pins ) x 1
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1 pair (L/R)
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1
(Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector )
(
0dBu= 0.775Vrms
Input
SDI
Connector
HDMI
Connector
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
Connector
Reference
Signal Format
Impedance
Processing
Video delay ( 0 to 4.5 frames)
Audio delay ( 0 to 4.5 frames)
Audio embedding
Audio de-embedding
Output
SDI
Connector
HDMI
Connector
Analog
Connector
Audio
Digital
Connector
Audio
*All specification and appearances are subject to change without notice.
Dimensions
)
Related Items
BNC type x 1
Type A (19 pins) x 1
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1 pair (L/R)
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1
( Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector)
BNC type x 1
Black Burst, Bi-level, Tri-level
75 ohms
BNC type x 1
Type A (19 pins) x 1
1/4" TRS phone type ( balanced) x 1 pair (L /R)
1/4" TRS phone type (balanced ) x 1
(Combined use with Analog Audio R ch Connector )
Unit :mm
142
30
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Audio Delay
HD-SDI SD-SDI
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