Roland VC-1-DMX User manual

Owner’s Manual
© 2022 Roland Corporation
Before using the unit, ensure that its system program is at the most recent version. For information on available upgrades for the system program,
see the Roland website (https://proav.roland.com/).
DMX conguration software
You can congure the DMX channels by
connecting this unit to a computer that’s running
DMX conguration software. For details, refer to
“Using VC-1-DMX conguration software” (Web).
1. Visit the following website on your computer
or other device.
https://proav.roland.com/manuals/
2. Choose “VC-1-DMX” as the product name.
“Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and“IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Owner’s
Manual (p. 6)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
VIDEO LIGHTING CONVERTER
VC-1-DMX
Checking the Included Items
Check that all of the included items are present.
If any of the included items are missing, contact your
dealer.
ÂVC-1-DMX unit
ÂAC adaptor
ÂPlug holder
ÂRubber foot x 4
ÂOwner’s Manual
ÂLeaet “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY”

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ÃAttaching the plug holder
Use the plug holder to stabilize the adaptor and
prevent the plug from accidentally coming loose.
To attach the plug holder, rst remove the screw just
above the DC IN jack, align the plug holder as shown
in the illustration below and then use the screw you
just removed to ax the plug holder onto the unit.
Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
1 POWER indicator
Once you connect the AC adaptor, this unit powers
up and the POWER indicator lights up red.
2 USB port
You can congure the DMX channels by connecting this
to a computer on which dedicated software is installed.
The dedicated software for use with this unit can be
downloaded from the Roland website.
https://roland.cm/VC-1-DMX/
3 SETTING switches
Use a thin pen tip or other such tool to congure
the operation settings. For the values, refer to
“Conguring the Operation Settings” (p. 4).
4 HDMI IN connector
Connect an HDMI source device such as a computer
or BD player for video input. Video signals up to a
resolution of full HD (1080/60p) can be input. HDCP-
protected video can also be input.
5 HDMI THRU connector
Outputs the video signal input from the HDMI IN
connector as-is. Connect a device that receives HDMI
video here, such as a TV monitor.
ÃAttaching the rubber feet
This unit can be placed on a table or other surface,
and you can use screws or bands to ax it to a wall
or other at place for use.
When placing the unit on a table, attach the included
rubber feet in the places shown in the illustration
before use.
* When turning the unit over, handle the unit
carefully; do not drop it.
Rear Panel
1 DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor here. Use only
the AC adaptor that came with this unit.
2 AUDIO IN/OUT jacks
Connect an audio device.
3 MIDI IN connector
You can connect a device here that outputs MIDI,
to control DMX lighting from that external MIDI
device.
4 DMX OUT 5-pin connector/3-pin connector
These are output connectors for DMX signals.
Use either the 5-pin or the 3-pin connector,
depending on what DMX lighting equipment
you are using.
* Pin assignment of DMX OUT connectors
1 2 3 4 5
To AC outlet
1 2 3 4
ÃGround terminal
Connect this to an
external earth or
ground. This should
be connected when
necessary.
1: GND2: HOT
3: COLD
※ 入力端子の場合
2: Data–
1: GND
3: Data+
※ 出力端子の場合
1: TIP:
2: RING:
3: SLEEVE:
3 2 1
HOT
COLD
GND
1: GND2: HOT
3: COLD
※ 入力端子の場合
1: GND
2: Data–
3: Data+
※ 出力端子の場合
1: TIP:
2: RING:
3: SLEEVE:
3 2 1
HOT
COLD
GND
Plug holder

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Connection Example
Basic Operations
Turning the Power On
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure,
always turn down the volume, and turn o all the
units before making any connections.
1. Mute the audio output of the devices
connected to this unit.
2. Connect the included adaptor to the DC IN jack
of this unit, and plug the adaptor into an AC
outlet.
This turns the power on.
3. Adjust the volume of the external devices.
Turning the Power O
1. Mute the audio output of the external devices.
2. Disconnect this unit’s adaptor from the power
outlet, and turn o the power of this unit.
NOTE
Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to
turn the volume down. Even with the volume
turned down, you might hear some sound when
switching the unit on/o. However, this is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
* Do not use a USB cable that is designed only for
charging a device. Charge-only cables cannot
transmit data.
DMX-compatible lighting
equipment
MIDI device
Audio input/output device
Computer for conguring DMX channels Video source device Display for video output

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Conguring the Operation Settings
Use the SETTING switches (1–8) on the front panel to congure the operation settings of this unit.
The following settings can be modied by switching these eight switches on/o.
SW 1/2
Sets how fast the outputted DMX signals change.
SW 1 SW 2 Setting
OFF OFF Sudden changes are also output.
OFF ON Sudden changes are not output.
ON OFF Changes smoothly.
ON ON Changes slowly.
SW 3/4
Switches the DMX channel map.
The VC-1-DMX has four maps, and you can save
dierent settings to each one.
SW 3 SW 4 Setting
OFF OFF Map 1
OFF ON Map 2
ON OFF Map 3
ON ON Map 4
SW 5
Sets whether to ash (beat ash) the lights in time
with the beat of the detected audio.
SW Setting
OFF Does not ash the lights.
ON Flashes the lights in time with the beat.
SW 6
This sets the brightness of the beat ash.
SW Setting
OFF The standard brightness.
ON Double the standard brightness.
SW 7
This sets the color of the beat ash.
SW Setting
OFF Flashes with a set color.
ON Flashes with a color that matches the color
on the screen.
SW 8
Sets what to do when the input sound is silent.
SW 8 Setting
OFF The unit keeps analyzing the video and
keeps the lighting on.
ON The unit stops analyzing the video and turns
the lighting o.
MEMO
You can connect this unit to your computer and use VC-1-DMX conguration software to make even more
detailed settings.
For details, refer to “Using VC-1-DMX conguration software” (Web).
OFF
ON
SW 1 2 3 54 6 87

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Input/Output Format
HDMI IN / THRU connectors
VIDEO
* HDCP Supported
* Multi-format Supported
480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i,
1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, VGA (640 x 480/60 Hz), SVGA (800 x 600/60 Hz),
XGA (1024 x 768/60 Hz), HD (1280 x 720/60 Hz), WXGA (1280 x 800/60 Hz), SXGA
(1280 x 1024/60 Hz), FWXGA (1366 x 768/ 60 Hz), SXGA+ (1400 x 1050/60 Hz), UXGA
(1600 x 1200/60 Hz), FHD (1920 x 1080/60 Hz)
* The refresh rate is the maximum value of each resolution.
* Conforms to CEA-861-E, VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11.
Audio Linear PCM, 48 kHz, 24 bits, stereo
AUDIO IN / OUT connectors
Nominal Input / Output Level -10 dBu
Maximum input / output level +8 dBu
Input impedance 15 kΩ
Output Impedance 1 kΩ
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
DMX OUT 5pin / 3pin connectors
DMX channel 512 channels (1 universe)
Main Specications
HDMI IN / THRU connectors Type A x 1
Audio input / output connectors RCA phono type x 2 (stereo)
DMX output connectors XLR type (3 pin x 1, 5 pin x 1)
Control connectors MIDI IN connector, USB port (USB B, Hi-Speed USB) x 1
Functions
Video Synchronized Lighting Control, Audio Synchronized Lighting
Control, MIDI Synchronized Lighting Control, Lighting Speed Control,
HDMI Audio De-embedder
Power supply AC Adaptor
Power consumption 5.7 W
Dimensions 180 (W) x 115 (D) x 41 (H) mm
Weight 570 g (excluding AC adaptor)
Accessories Leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”, Owner’s Manual, AC adaptor,
Plug holder, Rubber foot x 4
* This document explains the specications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest
information, refer to the Roland website.

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
WARNING
Use only the supplied AC adaptor and
the correct voltage
Be sure to use only the
AC adaptor supplied with
the unit. Also, make sure
the line voltage at the
installation matches the
input voltage specied on
the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC adaptors
may use a dierent polarity, or be
designed for a dierent voltage, so their
use could result in damage, malfunction,
or electric shock.
CAUTION
Keep small items out of the reach of
children
To prevent accidental
ingestion of the parts listed
below, always keep them
out of the reach of small
children.
• Accessories
Rubber Feet
Plug Holder
• Removable Parts
Screws
CAUTION
Handle the ground terminal carefully
If you remove the screw
from the ground terminal,
be sure to replace it; don’t
leave it lying around
where it could accidentally
be swallowed by small
children. When refastening the screw,
make that it is rmly fastened, so it won’t
come loose.
Placement
• Depending on the material and
temperature of the surface on which
you place the unit, its rubber feet may
discolor or mar the surface.
Repairs and Data
• Before sending the unit away for
repairs, be sure to make a backup of
the data stored within it; or you may
prefer to write down the needed
information. Although we will do our
utmost to preserve the data stored in
your unit when we carry out repairs,
in some cases, such as when the
memory section is physically damaged,
restoration of the stored content may
be impossible. Roland assumes no
liability concerning the restoration of
any stored content that has been lost.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Additional Precautions
• Any data stored within the unit can be
lost as the result of equipment failure,
incorrect operation, etc. To protect
yourself against the irretrievable loss
of data, try to make a habit of creating
regular backups of the data you’ve
stored in the unit.
• Roland assumes no liability concerning
the restoration of any stored content
that has been lost.
• This unit allows you to switch lights
at high speed. For some people,
viewing such lights can cause
headache, nausea, or other discomfort.
Roland Corporation will accept no
responsibility for any such health
problems that may occur in yourself or
in viewers.
• Do not use connection cables that
contain a built-in resistor.
Intellectual Property Right
• Roland is either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Roland Corporation
in the United States and/or other
countries.
• Company names and product names
appearing in this document are
registered trademarks or trademarks
of their respective owners.
• This product includes third party open
source software.
Copyright © 2009-2018 Arm Limited. All
rights reserved.
Licensed under the Apache License,
Version 2.0 (the“License”);
You may obtain a copy of the License
at http://www.apache.org/licenses/
LICENSE-2.0