Roland V-40HD User manual

Owner's Manual
Copyright © 2012 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written
permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
* Roland is either registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
* All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (p. 3) and
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 5). 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 of your new unit, owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. This manual
should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

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3
WARNING
002c
Do not disassemble or modify by yourself
• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC
adaptor.
003
Do not repair or replace parts by yourself
• Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within
it (except when this manual provides specic 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” sheet.
004
Do not use or store in the following types of
locations
• 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 oors); or are
• Exposed to steam or smoke; or are
• Subject to salt exposure; or are
• Humid; or are
• Exposed to rain; or are
• Dusty or sandy; or are
• Subject to high levels of vibration and shakiness.
007
Do not place in an unstable location
• 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
008c
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.
WARNING
008e
Use only the included power cord
• Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied
power cord must not be used with any other device.
009
Do not bend the power cord or place heavy
objects on it
• 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 re and shock hazards!
010
Avoid extended use at high volume
• This unit in combination with an amplier and headphones
or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that
could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for
a long period of time at a high volume level, or at a level
that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or
ringing in the ears, you should immediately stop using the
unit, and consult an audiologist.
011
Don’t allow foreign objects or liquids to enter
unit; never place containers with liquid on unit
• Do not place containers containing liquid (e.g., ower vases)
on this product. Never allow foreign objects (e.g., ammable
objects, coins, wires) or liquids (e.g., water or juice) to enter
this product. Doing so may cause short circuits, faulty
operation, or other malfunctions.
USING THE UNIT SAFELY

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USING THE UNIT SAFELY
WARNING
012b
Turn o the unit if an abnormality or malfunction
occurs
• Immediately turn the unit o, remove the AC adaptor from
the outlet, and request servicing by your retailer, the nearest
Roland Service Center, or an authorized Roland distributor,
as listed on the “Information” sheet when:
• The AC adaptor, 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.
013
Adults must provide supervision in places where
children are present
• When using the unit in locations where children are present,
be careful so no mishandling of the unit can take place. An
adult should always be on hand to provide supervision and
guidance.
014
Do not drop or subject to strong impact
• Protect the unit from strong impact.
(Do not drop it!)
015
Do not share an outlet with an unreasonable
number of other devices
• 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.
016
Do not use overseas
• 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” sheet.
CAUTION
101b
Place in a well ventilated location
• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their
location or position does not interfere with their proper
ventilation.
102c
Grasp the plug when connecting or
disconnecting the AC adaptor
• Always grasp only the plug on the AC adaptor cord when
plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this unit.
CAUTION
103b
Periodically clean the AC adaptor’s plug
• At regular intervals, you should unplug the AC adaptor
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 re.
104
Manage cables for safety
• 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.
106
Avoid climbing on top of the unit, or placing
heavy objects on it
• Never climb on top of, nor place heavy objects on the unit.
107c
Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor
with wet hands
• Never handle the AC adaptor or its plugs with wet hands
when plugging into, or unplugging from, an outlet or this
unit.
108b
Disconnect everything before moving the unit
• Before moving the unit, disconnect the AC adaptor and all
cords coming from external devices.
109b
Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet before
cleaning
• Before cleaning the unit, turn it o and unplug the AC
adaptor from the outlet (p. 12).
110b
If there is a possibility of lightning strike,
disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet
• Whenever you suspect the possibility of lightning in your
area, disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet.
118d
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.
• Included Parts
RCA-BNC conversion plug
118e
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 accidently be swallowed by small children. When
refastening the screw, make that it is rmly fastened, so it
won’t come loose.
119
Take care not to get burned
• The bottom panel may become hot, so take care to avoid
burns.

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Power Supply
301 (QA-EMC)
• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used
by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter or a motor
(such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air
conditioner). 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 lter between this unit and the
electrical outlet.
302
• The AC adaptor will begin to generate heat after long hours of
consecutive use. This is normal, and is not a cause for concern.
307
• To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always make sure
to turn o the power on all your equipment before you make any
connections.
309
• With the factory settings, the V-40HD will automatically be switched
o when the conditions described below continue for 240 minutes.
If you don’t want the unit to turn o automatically, refer to “Menu
Operations”(p. 45) and turn the [AUTO OFF] setting to [OFF] in
System menu (p. 50).
• No operation of the unit (including operation by remote control)
• No video input
• No audio input at -48 dBu or higher
* The settings you were editing will be lost when the unit is turned
o. If you want to keep your settings, you must save your settings
before turning the unit o.
Placement
351 (QA-EMC)
• Using the unit near power ampliers (or other equipment containing
large power transformers) may induce hum. To alleviate the problem,
change the orientation of this unit; or move it farther away from the
source of interference.
352a (QA-EMC)
• This device may interfere with radio and television reception. Do not
use this device in the vicinity of such receivers.
352b (QA-EMC)
• 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 o.
354a
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, place it near devices that
radiate heat, leave it inside an enclosed vehicle, or otherwise subject it
to temperature extremes. Excessive heat can deform or discolor the unit.
355b
• When moved from one location to another where the temperature
and/or humidity is very dierent, 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.
360
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which
you place the unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
• You can place a piece of felt or cloth under the rubber feet to prevent
this from happening. If you do so, please make sure that the unit will
not slip or move accidentally.
361
• Do not put anything that contains water 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.
Maintenance
401a
• 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.
402
• Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any kind, to avoid
the possibility of discoloration and/or deformation.
Repairs and Data
452
• 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 backed up to USB memories, or 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
551
• 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 to USB memories.
552
• Unfortunately, it may be impossible to restore the contents of data
that was stored in the unit’s internal memory or USB memories once
it has been lost. Roland Corporation assumes no liability concerning
such loss of data.
553
• 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.
556
• When 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.
558b
• To avoid disturbing others nearby, try to keep the unit’s volume at
reasonable levels.
559a
• 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.
562
• Some audio connection cables contain resistors. Do not use cables
that incorporate resistors for connecting to this unit. The use of such
cables can cause the sound level to be extremely low, or impossible
to hear. For information on cable specications, contact the
manufacturer of the cable.
Before Using USB Memories
704
• Carefully insert the USB memories all the way in?until it is rmly in place.
705
• Never touch the terminals of the USB memories. Also, avoid getting
the terminals dirty.
708
• USB memories are constructed using precision components; handle
the memories carefully, paying particular note to the following.
• To prevent damage to the cards from static electricity, be sure to
discharge any static electricity from your own body before handling
the cards.
• Do not touch or allow metal to come into contact with the contact
portion of the cards.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject cards to strong shock or vibration.
• Do not keep cards in direct sunlight, in closed vehicles, or other
such locations.
• Do not allow cards to become wet.
• Do not disassemble or modify the cards.
IMPORTANT NOTES

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IMPORTANT NOTES
About Intellectual Property Rights
Roland
• Roland is either registered trademark or trademark of Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Others
• All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
C-01-1
• It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video recording, copy or revision of a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work, video work,
broadcast, live performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part, and distribute, sell, lease, perform, or broadcast it without the permission of the
copyright owner.
C-01-2
• Do not use this product 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 product.
C-02
• This product can be used to record or duplicate audio or visual material without being limited by certain technological copy-protection measures. This is
due to the fact that this product is intended to be used for the purpose of producing original music or video material, and is therefore designed so that
material that does not infringe copyrights belonging to others (for example, your own original works) can be recorded or duplicated freely.
MMP
• MMP (Moore Microprocessor Portfolio) refers to a patent portfolio concerned with microprocessor architecture, which was developed by Technology
Properties Limited (TPL). Roland has licensed this technology from the TPL Group.

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V-40HD itself
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AC adaptor and power cord
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RCA - BNC conversion plug (four)
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Owner’s manual
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Check the Included Items
The explanations in this manual include illustrations that depict what should typically be shown by the display. Note, however, that
your unit may incorporate a newer, enhanced version of the system (e.g., includes newer sounds), so what you actually see in the
display may not always match what appears in the manual.
The following items are included. Please make sure that all items are present. If anything is missing, please contact your dealer.

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Contents
Check the Included Items .....................................................................................7
About the Preview Monitor................................................................................10
Connecting the Monitor.................................................................................................................................................................. 10
About the View on the Preview Monitor................................................................................................................................... 10
About the Menu Displays................................................................................................................................................................ 11
About the Power Supply.....................................................................................12
Connecting the AC Adapter........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Turning the Power On and O ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Part Names and Functions..................................................................................14
Top Panel............................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Connecting External Equipment........................................................................17
Signal Flow ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting Source Equipment..................................................................................................................................................... 19
Connecting Video Sources................................................................................................................................................ 19
Connecting Audio Sources............................................................................................................................................... 21
Sharing a Source Between Channels .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Connecting Output Equipment.................................................................................................................................................... 22
Connecting a Projector or Recording Unit.................................................................................................................. 22
Connecting Tally-capable Equipment .......................................................................................................................... 23
About Input/Output Formats.............................................................................24
Input Formats...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Using the Menus to Set the Output Format for OUTPUT 1/2............................................................................................. 24
Using the Buttons to Change the Output Format for OUTPUT 1/2 ................................................................................. 25
Output Formats from the Connectors........................................................................................................................................ 25
Inputting HDCP Signals ......................................................................................26
Basic Operations .................................................................................................28
Checking the Currently Selected Channels.............................................................................................................................. 28
Switching Video in the PGM/PST Mode..................................................................................................................................... 28
Switching the Video Using Buttons ............................................................................................................................... 28
Switching the Video Using the Video Fader................................................................................................................ 30
Switching in the A/B Mode............................................................................................................................................................. 31
Changing the Operation Mode....................................................................................................................................... 31
Switching in the A/B Mode............................................................................................................................................... 32
Applying Fade to Final Output...................................................................................................................................................... 33

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Contents
Compositing the Video .......................................................................................34
Compositing Using Picture-in-Picture........................................................................................................................................ 34
Compositing Using DSK .................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Audio-related Features.......................................................................................37
Selecting an Audio Source.............................................................................................................................................................. 37
Adjusting the Audio Output Level............................................................................................................................................... 37
Aligning the Timing of Video and Audio (Lip-sync)............................................................................................................... 38
About Other Features .........................................................................................39
Enlarging/Reducing the Picture ................................................................................................................................................... 39
Saving/Recalling Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 40
Using a USB Memory Device.......................................................................................................................................................... 41
Changing the Preview Labels........................................................................................................................................................ 43
Returning to the Factory-default State ...................................................................................................................................... 44
Menu Operations and Menu List........................................................................45
Menu Operations ............................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Menu List............................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Appendices..........................................................................................................52
Main Specications ........................................................................................................................................................................... 52
About Remote Control..................................................................................................................................................................... 53
About the Security Slot.................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Index ....................................................................................................................56

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Connecting the Monitor
To operate the V-40HD, a preview monitor must be connected. Connect a monitor that supports HDMI input to the PVW OUT
connector.
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HDMI
The resolution and refresh rate of monitor output are xed at 1920 x 1080/60 Hz (progressive). Connect a monitor that supports this resolution and
refresh rate. Also, the monitor must support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) signals.
About the View on the Preview Monitor
Use the PVW (Preview) selector on the top panel to choose the view displayed on the preview monitor.
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You can select one from the following four views to display.
INPUT This displays the input source picture using a four-way split screen. (The display frame rate of the preview drops when this setting is used.)
PST The picture of standby channel is displayed.
PGM The picture on the current output channel is displayed.
DSK This previews the status of DSK composition. Adjust the amount of keying in this mode.
g.INPUT-view.eps
Presented by
CH.1 HDMI CH.2 HDMI
CH.3 HDMI CH.4 HDMI
* When [INPUT] has been selected, a red border is displayed around the channel of current program output. A green border is displayed around
the channel that is on standby.
* The input source pictures are displayed in the preview monitor directly (without any parameter changes). Settings such as color adjustment or
scaling are not applied.
When [INPUT] has been selected, the frame rate drops by about 5 fps. The frame rate does not fall when a setting other than [INPUT] is selected.
When the source signal is interlace, the displayed image moves up and down for 1 line width.
You can change the text labels for [CH 1] through [CH 4]. Refer to“Changing the Preview Labels” (p. 43).
About the Preview Monitor

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About the Preview Monitor
About SD Source Preview
When the source is SD, the display does not use the entire screen. The display is as follows.
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CH.1 CMP
About the Menu Displays
Pressing the [MENU] button on the top panel displays the menu in the preview monitor. To make the displayed menu disappear,
press the [EXIT] button on the top panel.
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Presented by
Setup
Input
Output
Transition
PinP
DSK
Audio
System
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
Enter
For information on using the menus and on menu items, refer to “Menu Operations and Menu List”(p. 45).

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Connecting the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter as shown in the gure below. Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces
upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards.
* The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
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Indicator
Caution Regarding the Power Supply
Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface
feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, video cameras connected to it, or the metal portions of other objects, such as
monitors. This is due to an innitesimal electrical charge, which is absolutely harmless. However, if you are concerned about this,
connect the ground terminal (see gure) with an external ground. When the unit is grounded, a slight hum may occur, depending
on the particulars of your installation. If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information”sheet.
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Unsuitable places for connection
• Water pipes (may result in shock or electrocution)
• Gas pipes (may result in re or explosion)
• Telephone-line ground or lightning rod (may be dangerous in the event of lightning)
About the Power Supply

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About the Power Supply
Turning the Power On and O
Once everything is properly connected, be sure to follow the procedure below to turn on their power. If you turn on equipment in
the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction or equipment failure.
* This unit is equipped with a protection circuit. A brief interval (a few seconds) after turning the unit on is required before it will operate normally.
Turning the Power On
1. Connect the peripheral devices.
Connect any video cameras and other equipment. Make the connections while the power to all equipment, including the V-40HD,
is turned o.
2. Turn on the power to the V-40HD.
Make sure the power cable is securely inserted, then press the [POWER] button located on the rear panel. The buttons and
indicators on the top panel ash, and the V-40HD starts up.
When the V-40HD starts up, the settings saved at memory number 1 in bank 1 are loaded (p. 40).
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3. Turn on the power to the source devices.
Turn on the power to the source devices such as video cameras connected to the V-40HD.
4. Turn on the power to the output devices.
Turn on the power to the output devices such as projectors connected to the V-40HD.
Turning the Power O
1. Turn o the power to the output devices.
Turn o the power to the output devices such as projectors connected to the V-40HD.
2. Turn o the power to the V-40HD.
Set the [POWER] switch on the rear panel to OFF to turn o the power to the V-40HD.
3. Turn o the power to the source devices.
Turn o the power to the source devices such as video cameras connected to the V-40HD.
Never turn o the power while a message such as“Processing...” is shown in the menu display area of the preview monitor. Doing so might cause
settings not to be saved properly.
About AUTO OFF
When all of the conditions described below continue for 240 minutes, the AUTO OFF feature automatically turns o the power to
the V-40HD.
• No operation of the unit (including operation by remote control)
• No video input
• No audio input at -48 dBu or higher
The settings you were editing will be lost when the unit is turned o. If you want to keep your settings, you must save your settings before turning
the unit o.
You can disable the AUTO OFF feature by going to the System menu and setting [AUTO OFF] to [OFF]. Refer to “Menu Operations” (p. 45) and
“System Menu” (p. 49).

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Top Panel
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1 2 3 5 6
7
8
9
10 11 12 13
14
15
4
1. MEMORY Buttons
Use these to save the current settings to the internal memory (p. 40).
2. PVW (Preview) Selectors
These select the picture to output from the [PVW OUT] connector on the rear panel.
3. OUTPUT Selectors
Use the [FORMAT] button to switch the output format for OUTPUT 1 and 2.
* The format of PVW OUT cannot be changed.
4. AUDIO Indicators
These display the audio output level.
5. HDCP Indicator
This operates as described below, depending on the setting for HDCP signals (p. 26).
Lighted It lights up when an HDCP-compatible device is connected as the output device.
Flashing It ashes when no output device is connected or when the connected device is not compatible with HDCP.
Unlighted It goes dark when the V-40HD’s HDCP-signal input/output mode is o.
6. OUTPUT FADE Button
This applies fade to nal output. The button ashes while the fade is in progress. The button lights up continuously when a fade-
out has been completed. The button goes dark when a fade-in has been completed (p. 33).
* By default, the fade time is set at 0.5 seconds, and the fade goes to black. Use the menus (p. 50) to change the fade time and fade color.
Part Names and Functions

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Part Names and Functions
7. SCALING Section
Use the controls in this section to zoom the screen in/out or adjust the display position. When you are applying Picture-in-Picture,
use the controls in this section to adjust the size and display position of the inset screen.
8. TRANSITION Dial and Indicator
Use this dial to set the transition time.
* By default, the unit displays the transition time in seconds.. Use the menus (p. 48) to select a dierent unit (frames or seconds + frames).
9. Input Selectors
This has 5 buttons each in the A-BUS/PGM and B-BUS/PST sections. Use these to select the output video and standby video.
A-BUS/PGM When you are making a selection while in the PGM/PST mode (p. 28), the button for the current output channel lights up red.
When you are making a selection while in the A/B mode (p. 31), these choose the channel for A-Bus.
B-BUS/PST When you are making a selection while in the PGM/PST mode, these choose the channel you want to output next (standby).
When you are making a selection while in the A/B mode, these choose the channel for B-Bus.
Use the HDMI, RGB/COMPONENT, and COMPOSITE buttons to assign sources to each channel (p. 19). The lighted color and dark
state of these buttons are switched as described below.
Red This is the default. In this mode, assign a source after pressing a button (1 to 4) in the bus of current output.
Green In this mode, assign a source after pressing a button (1 to 4) in the bus of standby.
Orange The button lights up orange when sharing a source (p. 21).
Unlighted In this mode, sources cannot be assigned using the HDMI, RGB/COMPONENT, and COMPOSITE buttons.
The [INPUT STATUS] indicators light up when the assignment and the input match. They do not light up when the assignment and
input are dierent.
10. PinP Selectors
Pressing one of the buttons from 1 to 4 applies picture-in-picture.
11. WIPE PATTERN Selectors
These select a transition eect.
* Use the menus to assign other wipe patterns to the WIPE 1 and 2 buttons.
12. AUTO Button
Pressing this button outputs the standby channel. Pressing this button applies the eect selected using the [WIPE PATTERN]
buttons, for the time set using the [TRANSITION] dial.
13. Video Fader
Use this to apply a transition manually. When the transition is made manually, the time for the transition eect changes depending
on the movement of the video fader, regardless of the setting made using the [TRANSITION] dial.
14. SETUP Section
Use this when displaying the menu screen to change settings on the V-40HD (p. 45).
15.DSK Section
When performing DSK composition, pressing the [AUTO] button in this section to make the DSK source (foreground video) appear
or disappear. Also adjust the amount of keying by turning the [KEY LEVEL] dial (p. 35).
* By default, the setting is to apply black extraction. Use the menus (p. 49) to change the settings.

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Part Names and Functions
Rear Panel
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12
34 5678 910
1. TALLY Connectors
Connect devices provided with a tally-light feature (p. 23).
2. INPUT Connectors 1 - 4
Connect video sources. Sections 1 through 4 are each provided with the connection terminals described below, and use the
buttons or menu to select the connector to enable.
* By default, HDMI input is enabled for each channel.
COMPOSITE Connect equipment capable of composite output, such as a video camera or DVD player.
RGB/COMPONENT Connect a computer or other source equipment capable of analog RGB output. By using a conversion cable for component to
mini D-Sub 15-pin type, you can also connect equipment capable of Y/Pb/Pr component output.
HDMI Connect a video camera or other source equipment capable of HDMI output. When connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or other
device that outputs signals to which HDCP is applied, refer to“Inputting HDCP Signals” (p. 26).
3. DC IN Connector
This is for connecting the included AC adapter (p. 12).
4. RS-232C Connector
Use this when using an external device to operate the unit by remote control. Refer to“About Remote Control” (p. 53).
5. MIDI Connectors
Use these when remotely controlling the unit from an external MIDI device (a device compatible with MIDI VISUAL CONTROL or the
like), or when using the unit to perform remote control of another device. Refer to“About Remote Control” (p. 53).
6. AUDIO INPUT Connectors
The V-40HD can output video and audio together from the HDMI connectors. Use these AUDIO INPUT connectors to connect
source equipment for analog audio.
7. USB MEMORY Connector
This is for connecting a USB memory device for copying data saved in internal memory.
* Never eject or insert a USB memory device while the V-40HD is powered up. Doing so might cause loss of data in the V-40HD or on the USB
memory device.
* Be careful to orient the USB memory device correctly front and back and in the correct direction for insertion, and insert it rmly, as far as it will
go. Never insert using undue force.
8. OUTPUT 2 Connectors
Connect a projector or recording equipment. RGB/COMPONENT and HDMI output connectors are provided.
9. PVW OUT Connector
Connect a monitor for preview output (p. 10).
10. OUTPUT 1 Connectors
Connect a projector or recording equipment. In addition to the RGB/COMPONENT and HDMI output connectors, a COMPOSITE
output connector is provided.

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Connect external equipment as shown in this chapter. For information on specic connection methods, refer to the following pages.
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.
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For information on signal formats that can be input and output, refer to“About Input/Output Formats”(p. 24).
Signal Flow
The internal signal ow of the V-40HD is as shown below.
Video Signals
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DSK Source
HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
PGM PST
12
34
INPUT
OUTPUT 1
Shared
Input
HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
Shared
Input
HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
Shared
Input
HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
Input Selector (Cross-Point)
Frame Sync / Scaler / Color Correct
1
HDMI RGB
Component
Composite
OUTPUT 2
HDMIRGB
Component
Mix / Wipe / PinP
DSK Mixer
PVW-PST
PVW-PGM
PVW-DSK
PVW OUT
HDMI
Output Fade
Background
INPUT 1 INPUT 3INPUT 4 INPUT 2
DSK
PST
PGM
Frame Sync / Scaler
Scaler Scaler
234
PVW
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Connecting External Equipment
Audio Signals
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HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
OUTPUT 1
HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite HDMI
RGB/
Component
Composite
HDMI
OUTPUT 2
HDMI
3
PVW OUT
HDMI
INPUT 1 INPUT 3INPUT 4INPUT 2
Main Volume
Audio Input
41
Ch1.HDMI
Audio Volume
Ch2.HDMI
Audio Volume
Ch3.HDMI
Audio Volume
Ch4.HDMI
Audio Volume
HDMI Audio Delay
Audio In
Volume
Audio In Delay
2
HDMI Output
SelectCh1. HDMI Audio
Ch2. HDMI Audio
Ch3. HDMI Audio
Ch4. HDMI Audio
Audio In
Mixer
OVER
-18dB
-48dB
A/D
RL
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Connecting External Equipment
Connecting Source Equipment
Connecting Video Sources
Use the menus to assign sources to channels instead of using the button operations described below. Select a channel (Ch. 1 - Ch. 4) in the Input
menu (p. 46), then select the source to assign.
Making an HDMI Connection
Connect video cameras or other devices capable of HDMI output to the HDMI connectors at INPUT 1 through 4.
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To assign HDMI input to channel 1, go to [A-BUS/PGM] and press [1], then press the [HDMI] button. When the V-40HD detects the
HDMI input, the [INPUT STATUS] indicator of the channel 1 lights up.
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To connect a computer capable of DVI output, use a DVI - HDMI conversion cable to make the connection to an HDMI connector.
Making an RGB Connection
Connect computers or other devices capable of RGB output to the RGB/COMPONENT connectors at INPUT 1 through 4.
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To assign RGB input to channel 4, go to [A-BUS/PGM] and press [4], then press the [RGB/COMPONENT] button. When the V-40HD
detects the RGB input, the [INPUT STATUS] indicator of the channel 4 lights up.
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Connecting External Equipment
Making a Component Connection
Connect video cameras or other devices capable of component output to the RGB/COMPONENT connectors at INPUT 1 through 4.
When doing this, use a conversion cable for component to mini D-Sub 15-pin type.
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female connector
----------- 69 -----------
1015 ----------
1 : Pr
2 : Y
3 : Pb
6 : GND (Pr)
7 : GND (Y)
8 : GND (Pb)
To assign component input to channel 2, go to [A-BUS/PGM] and press [2], then press the [RGB/COMPONENT] button. When the
V-40HD detects the component input, the [INPUT STATUS] indicator of the channel 2 lights up.
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Making a Composite Connection
Connect video cameras, DVD players, or other devices capable of composite output to the COMPOSITE connectors at INPUT 1
through 4.
* When connecting equipment that has an RCA type output jack, use the included RCA - BNC conversion plug.
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To assign composite input to channel 3, go to [A-BUS/PGM] and press [3], then press the [COMPOSITE] button. When the V-40HD
detects the composite input, the [INPUT STATUS] indicator of the channel 3 lights up.
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By default, [1] through [4] in the current output bus are used to assign input sources. Changing the mode lets you perform these operations using
the buttons in the standby bus. You can also disable (set to OFF) operation of the [HDMI], [RGB/COMPONENT], and [COMPOSITE] buttons. Go to the
System menu (p. 49) and use [Source Assign Mode] to make the changes.