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Edirol V-44SW Owner's Manual

Edirol V-44SW Owner's Manual

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" (p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 6–7), and "IMPORTANT
NOTES" (p. 8). 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 provided by your new unit, Owner's Manual
should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a
convenient reference.
Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

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  • Page 1 The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. Copyright © 2006 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Calling Up Presets...42 Copying Presets ...43 Exchanging Presets Between PANEL PRESET Buttons ...43 Using the V-44SW with Other Devices ... 44 Using the V-44SW with a V-440HD for Multi-Screen Output ...44 Switching the V-44SW’s Operating Modes ...44 Using MIDI...45 About MIDI ...45 Controlling the V-44SW from an External Device Via MIDI ...46...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    (VGA-SXGA) video formats, allowing you to handle video from HD cameras, SD cameras, and computers simultaneously without concerns about input formats. For more on the formats handled by the V-44SW, refer to p. 54 and p. 56. Video Presenter Computer Features Two Video Switching Modes The V-44SW offers two different modes for switching video, a “Direct mode”...
  • Page 5 ● You can have transitions appear smoothly when switching video. The V-44SW features a selection of screen transition effects, including six types of wipe effects as well as cut and mix effects. You can have such screen transition effects be applied simply by selecting a button.

  • Page 6: Using The Unit Safely

    (except when this manual provides specific instructions directing you to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer, the nearest EDIROL/ Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/ Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page. ● Never use or store the unit in places that are: •...
  • Page 7 Excessive loads can cause the insulation on the cord to heat up and eventually melt through. ● Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with your retailer, the nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center, or an authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor, as listed on the “Information” page.

  • Page 8: Important Notes

    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(changed) ●...

  • Page 9: Overview Of The V-44Sw

    In addition to the V-44SW’s normal mode of operation, there is another mode referred to as “V-440HD Slave mode.” V-440HD Slave mode is used only when operation of the V-44SW is linked to an Edirol V-440HD. When switched to V-440HD Slave mode, the V-44SW then functions as slave device to the V-440HD. You cannot use the V-44SW’s panel controls to switch video while the unit is in V-440HD Slave mode.

  • Page 10: Panel Descriptions

    [MIDI] Button ● This switches reception of MIDI signals on and off. When switched off, the [MIDI] button is unlit, and the V-44SW does not receive MIDI signals. ☞ “Temporarily Cutting Linked Operation” (p. 46) ● This switches V-LINK mode on and off when the [MIDI] butto’s function is set to “V-LINK Sw.”...

  • Page 11: Top Panel

    ☞ “Turning the Power On” (p. 26) Cooling Fan Exhaust Vents The V-44SW contains a cooling fan that prevents it from overheating. The fan expels hot air through this exhaust vents. • Do not allow the cooling fan exhaust vents to become blocked.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    These input composite video signals or S-Video signals from up to four systems. The V-44SW is set at the factory so that if video is input via both the S-VIDEO IN connector and the COMPOSITE IN connector for the same channel, the S-VIDEO IN connector’s input takes precedence.

  • Page 13: Setup And Settings Guide

    • If the rack’s rear panel is not removable, ensure that a ventilation port or exhaust fan is provided at the top of the rack’s rear panel to expel any accumulated heat. • If the V-44SW is mounted in a portable rack, remove both the front and rear rack covers before use to ensure that the V-44SW’s front and rear panels remain unobstructed.

  • Page 14: Device Connections

    Setup and Settings Guide Device Connections ● Whenever connecting the V-44SW to other devices, always turn off the power to all devices to prevent malfunction and/ or damage to video monitors and other equipment. ● Be sure to use cables and adapter plugs with the proper connectors matching those of the other devices you are using.
  • Page 15 About the S-VIDEO IN Connectors and COMPOSITE IN Connectors The V-44SW is set at the factory so that if video is input via both the S-VIDEO IN connector and the COMPOSITE IN connector for the same channel, the S-VIDEO IN connector’s input takes precedence.

  • Page 16: Turn On The Power And Output The Video

    The indicators above SD VIDEO buttons [1]–[4] and HD/RGB buttons [1]–[4] light to indicate channels to which video is being input. Play back the video with the video device to input the video signals to the V-44SW. The indicator for the channel on which video is being input lights up.

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Video Image Quality

    Quitting Turn off the power to the connected devices. Press the [POWER] switch at the right of the V-44SW’s front panel to switch it to the OFF position and turn off the power. (☞ p. 26). ☞ p. 30 ☞ p. 35 Color Bar ☞...

  • Page 18: Examples For Connecting And Setting The V-44Sw

    Examples for Connecting and Setting the V-44SW Outputting to a Plasma Display <HD Size (16:9) Output> Use the V-44SW’s component output for shows and other situations where the video is being output to plasma displays or high definition projectors RGB Video Output Device...
  • Page 19 Outputting to a Projector <Live Output of RGB Video> In business presentations and other such situations, use the V-44SW’s RGB output when outputting video to a data projector. RGB Video Output Device PC or Other Device VGA cable Final Output (RGB)
  • Page 20 3: HD/RGB Ch2 4: HD/RGB Ch3 5: HD/RGB Ch4 1: System Frame Rate Settings for Devices Other Than the V-44SW The connected LED display needs to be set up as follows. Device LED display or other device HD Video Output Device...
  • Page 21 Recording Hi-Vision Video to an HD Video Deck <HD-SDI Recording> When recording the V-44SW’s video output with an HD CAM deck, DVC PRO HD deck, HD non-linear editing device, or other such equipment, it may be necessary to convert the V-44SW’s component output to HD-SDI signals. For this, you will need to obtain a separate HD HD-SDI converter to convert the component signals to HD-SDI.

  • Page 22: Quick Guide

    Turn on the power to the connected devices (with video devices, play back the video). Press the [POWER] switch at the right of the V-44SW’s front panel to switch it to the ON position and turn on the power. (☞ p. 26).

  • Page 23: Try Adding Some Screen Transition Effects

    Try Adding Some Screen Transition Effects The V-44SW features a selection of screen transition effects, including six types of wipe effects as well as cut and mix effects. Now try changing the screen transition effects to switch the video in various different ways.
  • Page 24 Quick Guide...

  • Page 25: Operation Guide

    Operation Guide...

  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    Confirm that all other devices are properly connected. witch the [POWER] switch at the right of the V-44SW’s front panel to ON. ■ Turning the Power Off ●...

  • Page 27: Working With The Menus

    Main menu closes. Saving the Settings The content of the settings is saved to the V-44SW’s internal memory the moment the Main menu is closed. Be sure to note that changes in the settings will not be saved if you turn off power before the Main menu is closed.

  • Page 28: Fading Out The Final Output

    Basic Operation Fading Out the Final Output You can fade out the final output. This convenient function allows you to output black (or white) video when useful, such as during pauses for standby and at the ends of presentations. Set the fade time with the [TIME] knob. You can set the fade time to any value from 0.0 to 4.0 seconds.

  • Page 29: Restoring The Original Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset)

    Default Settings (Factory Reset) You can return the content of the settings to their original status at the time the V-44SW shipped from the factory. Try running Factory Reset when the V-44SW functions differently than described in the Owner’s Manual, even though you’ve carried out the procedures according to the...

  • Page 30: Setting The Input And Output

    Appropriate settings need to be made for the input and output, to accommodate both the device that will be supplying the input to the V-44SW and the device to which the V-44SW will be outputting video. ●...

  • Page 31: Setting The Output

    Press the [MENU] button to display the Main menu. Select “1. Output” and select “4: Output Format Sw Lock” from the sub-menu. 3 Set the parameter to “On.” Afterwards, the V-44SW will be unable to switch the output format even when the OUTPUT FORMAT buttons are pressed. ■...

  • Page 32: Setting The Hd/Rgb Input

    “8: X position,” “9: Y position,” “16: Frequency,” “17: Phase” or other relevant settings from the menu. Automatically Setting the RGB Input You can have the V-44SW automatically determine the RGB input signals and change the settings automatically to match these input signals.
  • Page 33 About the Scaling Type You can scale (enlarge or reduce) input video with a different aspect ratio (the ratio of the screen’s vertical and horizontal dimensions) to match that of the output format (p. 30) to have the video appear in the proper aspect ratio. Values Explanation Full Scale...

  • Page 34: Setting The Sd Input

    59.94Hz 50Hz ● It may be necessary to change the V-44SW’s input and output formats to match the video signals (NTSC or PAL) being input. For instructions on switching the input and output formats, refer to “Selecting NTSC or PAL Format” (p. 35).

  • Page 35: Displaying A Test Pattern

    Selecting NTSC or PAL Format The V-44SW’s input and output formats are selectable; you can specify the NTSC format used in Japan and the United States or the PAL format used in Europe. Switch to the format suited to your needs.

  • Page 36: Switching Video

    Switching Video Selecting the Video Switching Mode The V-44SW features two different video switching modes, “Direct mode” and “Preset mode.” Each mode functions in switching video as follows. Direct Mode The final output video is switched when channels are selected with the press of a single button.

  • Page 37: Switching In Preset Mode

    Switching in Preset Mode ● Immediately after the power is turned on, SD VIDEO Channel 1 is assigned as the final output. Press one of the SD VIDEO buttons [1]–[4] or one of the HD/RGB buttons [1]–[4] to select the channel. The selected button flashes, and the input video appears in the preview monitor connected to the HD/RGB OUT PREVIEW connector.

  • Page 38: Selecting The Effects To Be Applied In Switching

    ]–[4 WIPE [1 ]–[4 ] button is selected, the V-44SW automatically switches to the [MIX] button. ● The wipe patterns listed in the table above are the factory default settings.You can change the wipe pattern, soft edge, and other settings for each WIPE button individually. For more detailed information, refer to “Customizing Wipe Transitions.”...

  • Page 39: Adding Effects To The Video

    (the background screen). Background screen Sub-screen Terminology Used with the P in P Effect The following terminology is used in describing the V-44SW’s P in P effect. ● Position: positioning of the sub-screen ●...

  • Page 40: Advanced P In P Effect Settings

    Adding Effects to the Video About the Final Output When the P in P Effect is Off If the P in P effect is turned off while the sub-screen is still being displayed, the video on the channel assigned to the sub- screen at that time becomes the final output video.

  • Page 41: Applying The Key Composite Effect

    Applying the Key Composite Effect With this effect, the portions matching the key color in the video on the channel to which the key composite effect is applied are made transparent, and the video on the other channel is composited as shown in the figure below. Background screen Key Composite Video Composited with black portions...

  • Page 42: Registering Often-Used Settings (Panel Presets)

    Registering Often-Used Settings (Panel Presets) You can register button settings, settings for the Picture in Picture (P in P) and other special effects, and other settings as presets. You can register up to fifteen presets. You can call up registered presets instantly just by pressing the PANEL PRESET buttons.

  • Page 43: Copying Presets

    Fading Out the Output When Calling Up Presets You can call up presets after you have started to fade out the output. Press the [MENU] button to display the Main menu. Select “7. Panel Preset Edit” and select “4: Set Preset Fade Time”...

  • Page 44: Using The V-44Sw With Other Devices

    ■ Switching the V-44SW’s Operating Modes To have the V-44SW function as a slave device to the V-440HD, you need to switch the V-44SW to “V-440HD Slave mode.” Press the [MENU] button to display the Main menu. Select “8. System” and select “12: V-440HD Slave Mode” from the sub-menu.

  • Page 45: Using Midi

    Using MIDI The V-44SW can be controlled from an external device using MIDI. You can, for example, control the V-44SW from a Roland MIDI-compatible product (e.g., a Fantom-X Series keyboard) to conduct video performances synchronized with sounds. ■ About MIDI...

  • Page 46: Controlling The V-44Sw From An External Device Via Midi

    Controlling the V-44SW from an External Device Via MIDI When V-LINK mode (p. 48) is off, you can transmit the unit’s button and knob operations using MIDI messages. Conversely, you can also use MIDI messages transmitted by external devices to control the V-44SW’s button and knob settings. ●...

  • Page 47: Controlling The V-44Sw From A Pr-80/50

    “Backing Up the V-44SW’s Settings to a Computer” (p. 50). ● When using the V-44SW while linked with the V-440HD, the settings of the V-440HD can be transmitted to the V-44SW. In this case, the V-44SW’s operational mode needs to be switched to “V-440HD Slave Mode” (p. 44).

  • Page 48: Control Using V-Link

    When V-LINK is on, the M-400 is controlled with V-LINK messages (Roland System Exclusive Data Set 1) transmitted from the V-44SW. The model ID of V-LINK is “00H 51H.” At this point, the following parameters are transmitted from the V-44SW.

  • Page 49: Controlling The V-44Sw From An External Device Using The Remote Connector

    V-44SW. With V-LINK mode switched on, you can control output and switching of the V-44SW’s video from the external device. • Turn on the power to the V-44SW, then switch V-LINK mode on. Connect the external V-LINK compatible device to the V-44SW.

  • Page 50: Backing Up The V-44Sw's Settings To A Computer

    This function requires software supporting backup and restore procedures. ● With the V-44SW, use the “Serial Data Tool” software used in backing up the V-440HD’s settings (for Windows XP only). This software can be downloaded from the Roland Systems Group website.

  • Page 51: Appendices

    Appendices...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    If this occurs, use the following methods of avoiding disruption of the video images. • Input the Y signal from the V-44SW’s HD/RGB OUT PGM connector to the reference signal input connector on the connected device.
  • Page 53 Not all of the video appearing in the screen There may be instances in which not all of the video output from the V-44SW appears in the display. This may be due to differences in the size of the region in which video is not displayed (the safe area) for some displays.

  • Page 54: Menu List

    The V-44SW’s system settings are made here. 9. MIDI Setup MIDI-related settings are made here. 10. Factory Reset This restores the V-44SW to its original factory default settings. Sub Menus 1. Output Settings for the final output are made here.
  • Page 55 2. SD Input SD input settings are made here. Parameters Explanation 1: SD Ch1 Sets video input to Channel 1 of the SD IN connectors 2: SD Ch2 Sets video input to Channel 2 of the SD IN connectors 3: SD Ch3 Sets video input to Channel 3 of the SD IN connectors 4: SD Ch4 Sets video input to Channel 4 of the SD IN connectors...
  • Page 56 The “Manual Pre Scaling” setting has no effect in the P in P effect (p. 39) sub-screen. *4 Enabled when Scaling Type is set to Manual. About the HD/RGB Input Format The V-44SW inputs component and RGB video in the formats shown in the following table. Component 480/60p...
  • Page 57 6. Wipe Select Wipe effect settings are made here. Parameters Explanation 1: Wipe Sw1 Sets WIPE [1] button 2: Wipe Sw2 Sets WIPE [2] button 3: Wipe Sw3 Sets WIPE [3] button 4: Wipe Sw4 Sets WIPE [4] button Wipe Sw Sub Menu Parameters Explanation 1: Wipe Pattern...

  • Page 58: Midi Setup

    Menu List 8. System The V-44SW’s system settings are made here. Parameters Explanation 1: System Frame Rate Switches between NTSC and PAL 2: SD Deinterlacer SD section I/P conversion function 3: SD Input Sync Threshold SD input sync level adjustment...

  • Page 59: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart MULTI-FORMAT VIDEO SWITCHER MIDI Implementation Chart Model V-44SW Function... Basic Default Channel Changed 1–16 Default Mode 3 Mode Messages Altered ************** Note Number : True Voice Note On Velocity Note Off After Key's Touch Channel's Pitch Bend 0, 32 1–5...

  • Page 60: Remote Command Reference

    Channel, 6: HD/RGB IN 3 Channel, 7: HD/RGB IN 4 Channel) This selects the input channels. ACK is returned by the V-44SW upon proper reception of the command. * When “Panel Operation Mode” is set to “Direct Mode,” the inputs switch as the different input channels are selected.
  • Page 61 0–2 (0: 1080i, 1: 720p, 2: RGB) This selects the OUTPUT FORMAT button, changing the format of the video output. ACK is returned by the V-44SW upon proper reception of the command. FAD OUTPUT FADE Operation stxFAD:a; a: OUTPUT FADE status (0–255, 0: FADE MAX, 255: VIDEO MAX)

  • Page 62: Connector Specifications

    Connector Specifications HD/RGB IN OUT Connectors ■ Inputting and Outputting Analog Component Signals • Connector Type: D-sub 15-pin shrink terminal (female) Pin number Signal name Pin Connections Pr-GND Y-GND Pb-GND N.C. (Reserved) Frame GND ■ Inputting and Outputting RGB Signals •...

  • Page 63: About Connection Cables Used With The Component Inputs And Outputs

    You can use a D-sub to 5-BNC cable to connect the component inputs and outputs. Check the D-sub to 5-BNC wiring diagram, then correctly connect the (three) BNC connectors. * Be sure to use cables and adapter plugs with the proper connectors matching those of the other devices you are using. V-44SW HD/RGB IN/OUT Connector D-sub15-pin (female)

  • Page 64: Menu Settings Memo

    Menu Settings Memo 1. Output 1: Output Format (1080i) Sw 2: Output Format (720p) Sw 3: Output Format (RGB) Sw 4: Output Format Sw Lock 5: Zooming 6: Bright 7: Contrast 8: Saturation 9: Red 10: Green 11: Blue 12: Output Fade Mode 13: Output Fade Color 14: Test Pattern Select 2.
  • Page 65 Menu Settings Memo 8. System 1: System Frame Rate 2: SD Deinterlacer 3: SD Input Sync Threshold 4: REMOTE Baudrate 5: Seamless Delay Time 6: HD/RGB On Screen Display 7: Panel Operation Mode 8: Input Sw LED Color 9: V-440HD Slave Mode 9.

  • Page 66: Panel Preset Memo

    Panel Preset Memo Buttons Picture in Picture Composite Other...

  • Page 67: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram...

  • Page 68: Main Specifications

    Picture in Picture with Zoom/Pan 2 screens x 1 line, 3 screens x 1 line, 2 screens x 2 lines, 3 screens x 2 lines * For Multi-Screen setup, V-44SW works as slave unit only. V-440HD is required as a master unit.

  • Page 69: Index

    Index Numerics 16:9 Output ... 18 4:3 Output ... 20 Aspect ratio ... 33 Automatically setting (RGB input) ... 32 Background screen ... 39, 41 Backing up ... 50 Bulk dump ... 47 Channels ... 9 Color bars ... 35 Crop ...
  • Page 70 Index Scaling ... 33 Scaling type ... 33 SD input ... 34 SD size (4:3) output ... 20 Serial Data Tool ... 50 Slave Mode ... 44 Soft edge ... 38 Sub-screen ... 39 Switching mode ... 36 Sync-on-green ... 15 Test pattern ...

  • Page 71: Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    Compliance Information Statement Model Name : V-44SW Type of Equipment : MULTI-FORMAT VIDEO SWITCHER Responsible Party : Roland Systems Group U.S. Address : 425 Sequoia Drive Suite 114, Bellingham, Washington, 98226 USA Telephone : (360) 594-4282 For EU Countries NOTICE...

  • Page 72: North America

    Information When you need repair service, call your nearest EDIROL/Roland Service Center or authorized EDIROL/Roland distributor in your country as shown below. CENTRAL/LATIN ASIA AMERICA INDONESIA BRAZIL PT. Citra IntiRama Roland Brasil Ltda. JL. Cideng Timur No. 15J-15O Rua San Jose, 780 Sala B...

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