Data Video SE-3000 User manual

HD/SD Digital Video Switcher
SE-3000
Quick Start Guide
www.datavideo-tek.com

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Table of Contents
Warnings and Precautions......................................................................................................................................... 2
Warranty..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Disposal ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Packing List................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Top View .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Rear View................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Control Panel Buttons & Menus................................................................................................................................. 6
AUX Bus Button Group....................................................................................................................................... 6
Keyer Controls Button Group ............................................................................................................................. 7
Program / Preset / AUX Bus Button Group ........................................................................................................ 8
Menus Select Button Group ............................................................................................................................... 8
User / Shot Box Button Group .......................................................................................................................... 10
Transition Controls Button Group ..................................................................................................................... 10
Fade to Black Button Group ............................................................................................................................. 10
Transitions Button Group.................................................................................................................................. 11
DSK Transitions Button Group ......................................................................................................................... 11
Numeric keypad Button Group ......................................................................................................................... 12
Joystick Button Group....................................................................................................................................... 12
LCD Menus .............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Home Menu ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Wipe Menu........................................................................................................................................................ 13
Main Wipe Menu............................................................................................................................................... 13
Wipe Select control........................................................................................................................................... 13
Soft Control....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Width Control .................................................................................................................................................... 13
Level Control..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Soft Balance Control......................................................................................................................................... 14
Wipe Border Menu............................................................................................................................................ 14
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls .................................................................................................................................. 14
Source Control.................................................................................................................................................. 14
Wipe Shade Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 14
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls .................................................................................................................................. 14
Shade Soft ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
Shade Position.................................................................................................................................................. 15
Wipe Position Menu.......................................................................................................................................... 15
X, Y Position ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Rotation ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
Keyer Menu.............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Keyer Control Menu.......................................................................................................................................... 16
Lift Control ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Gain Control...................................................................................................................................................... 16
Opacity Control ................................................................................................................................................. 16
Key Invert Control ............................................................................................................................................. 16
Keyer Matte Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls .................................................................................................................................. 16
Chroma Keyer Menu................................................................................................................................................ 17
Chroma Key Main Menu................................................................................................................................... 17
Chroma Suppression Menu.............................................................................................................................. 17
Transition Control Menu........................................................................................................................................... 18
Main Transition Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 18
Transition Select control ................................................................................................................................... 18
Specification............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Service & Support .................................................................................................................................................... 20

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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’s 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
Datavideo warrants that the equipment it manufactures shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for
a period of 12 months from the date of product purchased. If equipment fails due to such defects, Datavideo will,
at its option, repair or provide a replacement for the defective part or product.
Equipment that fails after the warranty period, has been operated or installed in a manner other than that
specified by Datavideo, or has been subjected to abuse or modification, will be repaired for time and material
charges at the Buyer’s expense.
This warranty does not affect your statutory rights within the Country of purchase.
Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking.
This symbol on the product indicates that it will not be treated as household waste. It must be handed over to the
applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more detailed
information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local Datavideo office.
Packing List
The following items should be included in the box. If any items are missing please contact your supplier.
1 x SE-3000 Main Unit
1 x SE-3000 Control Panel
1 x AC Cord
1 x AC Cord 3P 6FT
2 x DVI-D Cable 1.8m
1 x Ethernet Cable 8P-8P L:30m
1 x Switch Mode Power Supply 12V 10A
1 x AD Switch 12V 5A
1 x Instruction Manual

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Introduction
This document provides a very quick guide to the SE-3000 operation.
Features
The Specification for this project is contained in ‘SE-3000 – HD-SDI Video Switcher’ specification document
(currently at Version 07b)
 Up to 16 SD/HD SDI Inputs
 Built-in frame syncs for each input
 Dedicated DVI Input
 Multi-image preview output via DVI-D
 1 M/E Switcher
 4 keyers(2 in M/E, 2 DSK)
 40 wipe patterns, with variable border width,color, softness
 Dual Channel PIP with Background & Keyer
 Built-in DVE transition engine, with 88+ transitions including page turns
 Built-in 2 of HD/SD Chromakey
 Built-in SD-to-HD up converters for up to 4 sources simultaneously
 PGM,PST,DSK,DSK PVW outputs
 Component Analog HD output
 4 AUX outputs(option)
 Built-In Still Store
 Black level, white clip, chroma gain for each input
 send and return from audio mixed
 Ergonomic, intuitive control panel for easy, quick operation
 Large touch-screen LCD panel on control unit allows for easy menu selections and setting changes
 Separate, rackmountable processing unit
 PC-Base Control interface available
 User Shot Box-for quick access to user steups
 1080i(59.94,60,50),720P(59.94,60,50),525,625
 DC 12V operation voltage, available for mobile
 12V DC Power adpater included

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Top View
Rear View

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Control Panel Buttons & Menus
AUX Bus Button Group
This allows selection of the key sources for Keyers 1 & 2, and DSK 1 & 2
- The bus delegation is set by the bus delegate buttons (Key1-4)
- This bus also allows selection of the Aux Outputs (AUX1-4)
Key LUMA:
1. Select KEY 1 or KEY 2.
2. Select LUMA key on KEYER CONTROLS.
3. Enter KEYER on MENUS, and then setting LUMA key value on LCD touch panel.
4. Enter ‘’ON’’ key on KEYER CONTROLS to enable LUMA key function.
Key CHROMA:
1. Select KEY 1 or KEY 2
2. Select CHROMA key on KEYER CONTROLS.
3. Enter CHROMA on MENUS, and then setting CHROMA key value on LCD touch panel.
4. Enter ‘’ON’’ key on KEYER CONTROLS to enable CHROMA key function.
DSK:
1. Select DSK 1 or DSK 2.
2. Select subtitle source on AUX BUS.
3. Enter ‘’ON’’ key on KEYER CONTROLS.
AUX:
AUX 1~4 keys are allows selection of the Aux Outputs.

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Keyer Controls Button Group
Delegated to the currently selected Keyer
- allow control of Keyer State (on/off), Keyer mode (Lin, Luma, Chroma)
- Matte Fill Select
- Key Priority (Key1-over-Key2 or Key2-over-Key1)
- Self Key & Split modes
- Mask Enable
ON:
When you complete the effect setting, please enter this key to enable your effect.
LIN:
1. Select LIN key on KEYER CONTROLS button group.
2. Select KEYER key on MENUS button group, and then setting CHROMA key value on LCD touch panel.
3. Enter ‘’ON’’ key on KEYER CONTROLS to enable LIN key function.
LUMA:
For more information please see the Key LUMA (Page 6).
CHROMA:
For more information please see the Key CHROMA (Page 6).
MATT:
1. Select MATT key on KEYER CONTROLS button group.
2. Select KEYER key on MENUS button group.
3. Set MATTE Value on LCD menus.
4. Enter ‘’ON’’ key on KEYER CONTROLS to enable LINE key function.
TOP:
If you have two kinds effect, such as LOGO & key CHROMA, you can set LOGO on top when TOP button enable.
SELF:
When you complete the effect setting, this key will setting as foreground.
SPLIT:
When you complete the effect setting, enter this key twice (key light turn yellow), your can key other source for
foreground.

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Program / Preset / AUX Bus Button Group
These allow selection of the Program / Preset / AUX Bus sources
- Source available are Inputs 1-16, Black, Matte, etc
CH 1~8 input using HD SDI sources, CH 9~16 can select HD or SD SDI sources
BLACK:
Enable Program / Preset / AUX Bus source to be black screen.
Menus Select Button Group
HOME:
The Home Menu provides a basic top-level to the menu system.
ME Trans: Here you can set the M/E Trans time.
DSK Trans: Here you can set the DSK Trans time.
FTB Trans: Here you can set the FTB Trans time
KEYER:
For more information please see the Keyer Menu (Page 16).
CHROMA:
For more information please see the Chroma Keyer Menu (Page 17).
MASK:
Removes edge on the four directions of the subject.
1. Select MASK key on MENUS button group.
2. Set MASK Value on LCD menus.

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MATTE:
1. Select MATTE key on AUX BUS button group, PROGRAM button group or PRESET button group.
2. Select MATTE key on MENUS button group.
3. Set MATTE Value on LCD menus.
For more information please see the Keyer Matte Menu (Page 16).
FREEZE:
1. Select FREEZE key on MENUS button group.
2. Select FREEZE channel on LCD menus.
3. Set FREEZE function enable on LCD menus.
INPUT:
Set the input source mode & input name.
OUTPUT:
Set the output source mode & display layout.
WIPE:
The Wipe menu provides controls for the M/E Wipe generator, for more information please see the Wipe Menu
(Page 13).
TRANS:
The Transition Control Menu provides controls for the DVE Transition generator, for more information please see
the Transition Control Menu (Page 18).
FLEX:
Picture in Picture displays the sub source image in a small window which is superimposed over the main source.
1. Select FLEX key on AUX BUS button group, PROGRAM button group or PRESET button group.
2. Select FLEX key on MENUS button group.
3. Select Flex Src Bgnd, Flex Src DVE1, Flex Src DVE2 on LCD menus.
4. Enter source key on AUX BUS button group.
* Flex Src Bgnd = FLEX screen background.
* Flex Src DVE1 = FLEX screen source 1.
* Flex Src DVE2 = FLEX screen source 2.
USER:
The USER Control Menu provides controls for the save user memories & delete memory.
STILL:
1. Select STILL key on AUX BUS button group, PROGRAM button group or PRESET button group.
2. Select STILL key on MENUS button group, and then set STILL Value on LCD menus.
Still Load: Select a picture to load on Preview or Program.
Grab and Save: grab a picture and save it.
→select Still on LCD menus →enter a number →enter Save Still on LCD menus.
Delete: delete a picture
→select Delete →enter a number →enter Delete on LCD menus.
SETUP:
The SETUP Menu provides setting the GENLOCK, Language, Engineering, Video source format and Version list.

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User / Shot Box Button Group
These buttons allow user memories to be recalled with a single button press.
Transition Controls Button Group
These control what is in the current Transition
BGND - selects Background in the transition
Key 1 - selects Key 1 in the Transition
Key 2 - selects Key 2 in the Transition
Priority - the transition swaps the priority of the keyers
Trans Pvw - enables transition Pvw Mode - the transition is previewed out of the Pvw output
Reverse - the transition runs in reverse
Normal/Reverse - the Reverse button is toggled at the end of the transition
Fade to Black Button Group
Fade to Black
Enable - enable the Fade-to-Black function
FTB - does FTB transition in the FTB Trans time

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Transitions Button Group
This group controls what the transition is to be
Mix - selects Mix transition
Wipe - selects Wipe transition
DVE - selects DVE transition
Cut - performs a cut transition
Auto - performs the selected transition (Mix, Wipe, DVE) in the M/E Trans time
DSK Transitions Button Group
Control the DSK transitions
DSK1 - enables DSK1 transitions
DSK2 - enables DSK2 transitions
Cut - does a DSK Cut transition
Auto - does DSK Mix transition in the DSK Trans time

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Numeric keypad Button Group
This group provides buttons for entering numeric values & loading & saving user memories
- The numeric pad is also displayed on the LCD screen
Joystick Button Group
The button group provides controls for Joystick operation
- X, Y, Z enable/disable the X,Y, Z axis of the joystick – allowing more precise user control.
- Normal – Subsequent presses normalized successively larger parts of the switcher
- Fine – enables Joystick fine control mode
- Wipe, Ck Setup, Pos & Rot – menu quick jumps

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LCD Menus
Home Menu
The Home Menu provides a basic top-level to the menu system
Here you can set the M/E Trans time, the DSK Trans time, & the FTB Trans time
Wipe Menu
The Wipe menu provides controls for the M/E Wipe generator
Main Wipe Menu
The Main Wipe Menu allows selection of the current Wipe Pattern
16 wipe pattern icons are displayed at a time. The current Wipe Pattern is highlighted
You can select a new wipe pattern by touching the appropriate icon.
The Up & Down arrows page up & down through the Wipe patterns, in groups of 16
* There are currently 32 wipe patterns supported
Wipe Select control
The wipe select control provides an alternative way to select the current wipe pattern
oUse the rotary control to scroll through the wipe patterns
oOr touch the control & use the numeric key pad to enter the wipe pattern number
Soft Control
This sets the softness of the wipe edge
The values is the width of the wipe edge as a percentage of the screen width
oI.e. 10% = 10% of the screen width
o100% = 100% of the screen width
You can adjust this value using
-the Rotary Control
-the touch the control, then use the numeric keypad
-the joystick X-Axis
Width Control
This sets the width of the Wipe Border
The values is the width of the wipe edge as a percentage of the screen width
oI.e. 10% = 10% of the screen width
o100% = 100% of the screen width
You can adjust this value using
-the Rotary Control
-the touch the control, then use the numeric keypad
-the joystick Y-Axis
Level Control
This shows/sets the current level of the transition
It’s range is 0.000 to 1.0000
The normal way to adjust the wipe level is using the T-Bar however

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Soft Balance Control
This control allows the ‘inside’ & ‘outside’ edge softness of the Wipe Border to be controlled
If the Soft Balance is set to ‘0.0’ then both the Inside & Outside edges have the same softness, as set by
the ‘Soft Control’
If the Soft Balance is set to a positive number, then the inside edge is made softer
If the Soft Balance is set to a negative number, then the outside edge is made softer
oif ‘soft’ is 10%, and ‘soft balance’ is 10%, then using, say, a circle wipe, the Inside softness is 20%,
and the outside softness is 10%.
Wipe Border Menu
The Wipe Border Menu allows control of the Wipe Border Matte
The Colour Wheel allow selection of the Wipe Border Matte Hue & Saturation
-the cursor shows the currently selected colour
-a new colour can be selected by touching the appropriate colour
-the vertical bar on the right hand side allow the Luma (Brightness) of the Matte to be controlled
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls
The Hue, Saturation and Luma values can also be set using the Rotary Controls, or the numeric Keypad,
or the Joystick
Source Control
This control set the Wipe Border Matte mode
Currently this offers two modes:
‘0’ – Single colour Border
‘1’ – Dual Colour Border
Dual Colour mode allows Dual Colour Shaded borders to be generated
It will also be possible to use a Video Source as a Border Source (not in the current software though)
See next section for information on the Shaded Border Mode
Wipe Shade Menu
The Wipe Shade Menu allows control of the Wipe Shaded Border Mode
In order to enable the Dual Colour Shaded Border, you must first select it in the ‘Wipe Border Menu’ – see above
With the Dual Colour Shaded Border Mode enabled, two border colours will now be visible in the Wipe Border
Matte
-The first matte colour is set by the Wipe Border Matte
-The second matte colour is set by the Matte Control in this menu
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls
The Hue, Saturation and Luma values can also be set using the Rotary Controls, or the numeric Keypad,
or the Joystick

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Shade Soft
The softness of the edge between the two matte colours is controlled by the Shade Soft Control.
Shade Position
The position of the edge between the two matte colours is controlled by the Shade Position.
When Shade position is set to 0.0, then the edge is in the middle of the border
owhen the Shade Position is changed towards +1.0, the edge is moved towards the Inner Wipe
Border Edge
owhen the Shade Position is changed towards -1.0, the edge is moved towards the Outer Wipe
Border Edge
In this way, some please Wipe Border Shading effects can be created.
Wipe Position Menu
Certain Wipes, such as the Circle Wipe, allow the Wipe position to be controlled. This menu is used to do this.
X, Y Position
These control the position of the centre of the Wipe
You can adjust these values using
-the Rotary Controls
-the touch the control, then use the numeric keypad
-the joystick X & Y-Axis
The position is in terms of screen widths
oX = 0.0, Y = 0.0, is the centre of the screen
oTo position the Wipe at the right-hand edge, set X=0.5, Y=0.0
oTo position the Wipe at the left-hand edge, set X=-0.5, Y=0.0
oTo position the Wipe at the top-edge, set X=0.0, Y=0.28
oTo position the Wipe at the bottom left corner, set X=-0.5, Y=-0.28
Rotation
Some wipes will allow for rotation.

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Keyer Menu
The Keyer Menu provides controls for the four main Keyers (Key1, Key2, DSK1, DSK2) in the SE3000.
The Keyer being controlled is determined by the Keyer selected on the Aux Bus Delegate Buttons.
Keyer Control Menu
The Keyer Control Menu allows selection of the current Wipe Pattern
The Graphic on the LCD Screen shows the effect of the Key Lift & Gain that are being applied.
The user can move the end points of the graph using the touch-interface on the LCD.
Lift Control
The Lift Control provides Key Lift
Key Lift Range –100% to + 100%
Gain Control
The Gain Control provides Key Gain
Key Gain Range 0.0 to +16.0
When used together Lift & Gain allow the incoming key to sharpened, or clipped as required.
Opacity Control
This determines the Opacity of the Keyer
0% = Fully transparent
100% = Fully opaque (as determined by the Key)
As usual, the Key Lift, Gain & Opacity values can be controlled by the rotary Knobs, the number keypad, or by the
Joystick.
Key Invert Control
This Key allows the Key to be inverted after the Lift & Gain process.
It operates as a Push-Button On/Off control
Keyer Matte Menu
When ‘Matte’ is selected on the ‘Keyer Control’ Section of the Control Panel, the Key is filled with a Matte, rather
than video
The Keyer Matte Menu allows selection of this Matte.
The Colour Wheel allow selection of the Keyer Matte Hue & Saturation
-the cursor shows the currently selected colour
-a new colour can be selected by touching the appropriate colour
-the vertical bar on the right hand side allow the Luma (Brightness) of the Matte to be controlled
Hue, Sat, Luma Controls
The Hue, Saturation and Luma values can also be set using the Rotary Controls, or the numeric Keypad,
or the Joystick

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Chroma Keyer Menu
The Chroma Keyer Menu provides controls for the two Chroma Keyers (Key1, Key2) in the SE3000.
To enable the Chroma Keyer in Keyer1 or Keyer2, select the ‘Chroma’ Button in the Keyer Controls section.
The Key Lift & Gain controls in the Linear Keyer no longer apply, however, the Opacity control is still used.
Chroma Key Main Menu
This menu contains the main Key Generating Controls
Hue Angle Control
The Hue Angle control allows selection of the Hue to be used as the Chroma Key background.
A value of around 120 degrees is good for green backgrounds, and a value of around 230 degrees is
good for Blue backgrounds.
othe actual hue values needed will depend on the actual hue of the background
Key Acceptance Control
The Key Acceptance Control determines the spread of hues that are used as background
oa large value of 120-150 degrees is usually a good starting point
Key Lift Control
The Key Lift Control is used to effect the performance of the Keyer in dark or back areas.
oif dark areas are becoming too transparent, then more lift should be applied
Key Gain Control
The Key Gain Control is used to effect the performance of the Keyer in lighter areas.
oif light areas are becoming too transparent, then more gain should be applied
Chroma Suppression Menu
The Chroma Suppression Menu controls the Suppression unwanted Chroma Spill from the background onto the
foreground.
Chroma Matt Control
The Chroma Matts Control determines what happens to the Chroma Values that are ‘captured’ within the Chroma
Acceptance Angle.
The Chroma Matts Control value ranges from 0% to 100%.
Chroma Acceptance Control
The Chroma Acceptance Control determines how much of the available colour space should be ‘Chroma-
suppressed’
Usually a large value such as 150 degrees produced good results.
Color Spill
The Color Spill provides for Chroma Acceptance, Chroma Suppress and Bgend Suppress three kinds mode
setting.
Quick Setup
The Quick Setup provides select for Quick Blue 0, Quick Blue1 Quick Green0, Quick Green1 four type modes.

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Transition Control Menu
The Transition Control Menu provides controls for the DVE Transition generator.
Main Transition Menu
The Main Transition Menu allows selection of the current DVE Transition
16 DVE Transition icons are displayed at a time. The current DVE Transition is highlighted
You can select a new DVE Transition by touching the appropriate icon.
The Up & Down arrows page up & down through the Wipe patterns, in groups of 16
-there are currently 88 DVE transition selectable
-but the current h/w & s/w only supports the first 62 DVE Patterns
* The rest will be added in a future release
Transition Select control
The Transition Select Control provides an alternative way to select the current DVE Transition
oUse the rotary control to scroll through the DVE Transitions
oOr touch the control & use the numeric key pad to enter the DVE Transition number

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Specification
 Video format
SD (480/59.94i, 576/50i), HD (1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p)
Y:Cb:Cr, 4:2:2 10 bit RGB, 4:4:4 8 bit
 SDI/HD-SDI Specifications
Standard
SMPTE 259M-C (270 Mbps, 525/625 component video) and SMPTE 292M (1.485, 1.485/1.001 Gbps)
Connector
BNC (IEC169-8)
Impedance
75 ohms
Return Loss
HD >15dB(5 MHz to 750 MHz), >10dB(750 MHz to 1.5 GHz)
SD >15dB(5 MHz to 270 MHz)
Equalization
265 m Belden 8281 cable at 270 Mbps; 135 m (typical) of Belden 1694A at 1.485 Gbps
 Operating temp.
0 ˚C to +40 ˚C
 Humidity
10% to 90% (non condensing)
Power:
12V 3A
Size:
698.2(W) x 143.89(H) x 436.6(D) (mm)
Weight:
10KG
Specification in this document is subject to change without notice due to continual improvements.