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Datavideo SE-500 User Manual

Datavideo SE-500
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Digital Video Switcher
SE-500
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Http://www.datavideo-tek.com
Rev 300606

Table of Contents

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Datavideo SE-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
InterfaceRS232
Composite video in1

Summary

Warnings and Precautions

Warnings and Precautions

General safety instructions and warnings for operating the unit.

Radio and Television Interference

Information on FCC compliance and potential interference.

Warranty

Details about the product warranty period and coverage.

Disposal

Information regarding the proper disposal of the product.

Introduction

Product Overview

Provides a summary of the SE-500's capabilities and features.

Features

Lists the key features and specifications of the SE-500.

Packing List

Packing List

Details the items included in the product package.

Installation, Connections, Setup

Some General Notes on Installation

Provides general advice on cabling and setup for optimal performance.

Power Up State

Describes the initial state of the SE-500 upon powering on.

Connecting Video Sources

Explains how to connect composite and S-Video sources to the SE-500.

Connecting Audio Sources

Details the connection of RCA and 1/4 inch audio sources.

Outputs and Monitoring

Discusses video and audio output connections and monitoring.

Audio Mixer

Describes the audio mixer functionality with mic and aux inputs.

RS-232 Control

Explains PC control via the RS-232 port.

Tally control

Details the tally output for signaling.

MIDI control

Describes MIDI device connectivity for control.

Quick Start

SE-500 Front Panel

Identifies and describes the functions of the front panel controls.

SE-500 Rear Panel

Details the ports and connectors on the rear of the SE-500.

Controls and Operations

Selecting Video Input Formats and Adjusting Audio Levels

Guide to setting input formats and audio levels.

Selecting Video Output Format

How to choose between Y/C and YUV output formats.

Using Video and Audio Monitors

Best practices for monitoring video and audio signals.

Cutting Between Sources

Simple method for switching between input sources.

Dissolving Between Sources

How to perform dissolve transitions using the T-Bar.

Other Transitions Between Sources

Explains using wipe transitions and previewing them.

Video Source

How to select the main and sub video sources for switching.

Color Processor

Adjusts brightness, contrast, color, and tint for video inputs.

Menu

Accesses settings for output format, remote control, and color bars.

Audio Inputs, Levels, and Meters

Details how to set audio levels and interpret meters.

Using Transitions

Selecting a Transition: Fade, Wipe

Explains how to choose between fade and wipe transitions.

Playing a Transition

Describes manual transition control using the T-Bar.

Playing a Transition Automatically

Covers auto-transition via RS-232 or MIDI control.

List of Transitions

Enumerates various wipe transition types and their visual representation.

Using Effects

Effects: Quad

Combines 4 input videos into a single output on one monitor.

Effects: Split

Squeezes Main and Sub Video Sources into a half-size screen.

Effects: Picture in Picture

Places the Sub Video Source in a window on the Main Video Source.

Effects: Freeze

Freezes the incoming video from the Main Video Source.

Border

Adds borders for Picture in Picture and Wipe effects.

Background

Selects solid background colors for Main or Sub Video bus.

Sample Applications

Four Camera Shoot: Live Stage Performance/Sporting Event

Demonstrates a typical four-camera setup for live events.

Live Conference

Illustrates a setup for a conference with presentations and audience reaction.

Live Event Mixing: Club VJ/Concert

Shows a VJ setup for clubs combining video and audio effects.

Using SE-500 with CG-100 for Titles/Graphics/Logos overlay

Explains overlaying graphics using the SE-500 and CG-100.

Troubleshooting / FAQ

No power

Addresses issues related to the unit not powering on.

No image at output / black and white output from S-Video (Y/C)

Troubleshoots lack of image or black and white output.

Audio clipping

Solves problems with distorted or clipped audio.

Frozen image at output

Explains how to resolve frozen video output.

Image distortions

Addresses issues causing video distortion.

How does the RS 232 work in practice

Provides practical examples of RS-232 control commands.

Appendix

Glossary of Terms

Defines technical terms used in the manual.

Tech notes

Covers video standards, quality, and monitor calibration.

Specifications

Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications of the SE-500.

Useful Accessories from Datavideo

Datavideo CG-CG-100

Describes the CG-100 for live SDI CG overlay.

Datavideo VGA to DV converter- PPT-100

Explains the PPT-100 for converting VGA to video.

Datavideo TLM-70D 7" TFT LCD

Details the TLM-70D monitor specifications.

Datavideo DAC-6 DV to Analog (One way converter)

Explains the DAC-6 for converting DV to analog signals.

Datavideo BAC-03 Balanced-Unbalanced Audio converter

Datavideo BAC-03 Balanced-Unbalanced Audio converter

Details the BAC-03 audio converter specifications.

Bi-Directional IEEE/1394 DV Format Repeater

Bi-Directional IEEE/1394 DV Format Repeater

Describes the DV repeater for extending cable runs.

SE500 RS-232 Remote Control Command

SE500 RS-232 Remote Control Command

Details RS-232 commands for controlling the SE-500.

SE500 MIDI Remote Control Command

SE500 MIDI Remote Control Command

Lists MIDI commands for controlling the SE-500.

SE500 Tally Pin Outs Cross Reference

SE500 Tally Pin Outs Cross Reference

Provides cross-reference for tally signal pinouts.

Product registration

Product registration

Instructions for registering the product online.

Service and Support

Service and Support

Contact information for support and service worldwide.

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