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Roland VIDEOCanvas V-5 Owner's Manual
Roland VIDEOCanvas V-5 Owner's Manual

Roland VIDEOCanvas V-5 Owner's Manual

Video mix/title processor

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Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS" (p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 3), and "IMPORTANT
NOTES" (p. 4). 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, this manual should be read
in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient refer-
ence.
The Roland V-5 NTSC is designed for use exclusively with NTSC (National
Television System Committee) standard video signals. The Roland V-5 PAL can
likewise only be used with PAL (phase-alternation by line) standard video signals.
MIC
AUX
PHONES
0
10
0
10
0
GPI OUT
GPI / MIDI IN
VIDEO
AUX
1
2
STROBE
STILL
SOLARIZE
COLORIZE
CENTER
MONO
SEPIA
NEGA
IMAGE
USER 1
USER 2
USER 3
USER 4
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
PC
AUX INS
AUX MIX
PRE START
AUDIO FOLLOW
NORMAL
COLOR INSERT
EFFECT 1
EFFECT 2
MAIN
MAIN
+SUB
WHITE / BLACK
AUTO FADE
Copyright © 1998
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form with-
out the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.
Owner's Manual
10
TOTAL
CURSOR
VALUE
TAP
P in P
PICTURE/TITLE
WIPE
PGM
MIX
TITLE IN
TITLE OUT
ROLAND CORPORATION
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GROUP
A
B
REVERSE
ONE-WAY
SETUP
UTILITY
EXIT / NO
ENTER / YES
WHITE LUMI
BLACK LUMI
CHROMA
COLOR
CAPTURE
COLOR
GROUP
FILES

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  • Page 1 The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient refer- ence. The Roland V-5 NTSC is designed for use exclusively with NTSC (National Television System Committee) standard video signals. The Roland V-5 PAL can likewise only be used with PAL (phase-alternation by line) standard video signals.
  • Page 2 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the DO NOT OPEN product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to ATTENTION : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
  • Page 3: Using The Unit Safely

    • Before using the unit in a foreign country, consult with the outlet, and pull out all cords from external devices. your retailer, the nearest Roland Service Center, or an autho- ......................rized Roland distributor, as listed on the "Information" page.
  • Page 4: Important Notes

    ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. memory itself is out of order), we regret that it may not be possi- ble to restore the data, and Roland assumes no liability concern- Eject button ing such loss of data.
  • Page 5: Style Conventions Used In This Manual

    Style Conventions Used in This Manual NOTE or the * mark indicates a key warning or note which should be read carefully. In this manual, the liquid crystal display in the center of the panel is referred to as the “display”, and the television or video monitor used to view the output video stream is referred to as the “monitor.”...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents USING THE UNIT SAFELY ..............3 Important Notes ................4 Style Conventions Used in This Manual..........5 Features of the V-5 VIDEO MIX/TITLE PROCESSOR......8 Part Names and Functions ..............10 Operation Panel ...........................10 Rear Panel .............................13 Basic Connection ................14 Turning the Power On ..............16 Turning the Power Off........................16 Basic Editing Operations ..............17 Basic Settings............................17...
  • Page 7 Setting TRANSPARENCY ........................52 Process of Creating Titles.........................52 TITLE IN/OUT Settings...........................54 Using Memory Cards..........................56 Memory Card Preparation (Formatting) ....................57 Writing/Reading Files to/from Memory Cards ..................57 AUDIO CONTROL Settings ......................59 AUX INS ..............................59 AUX MIX..............................59 PRE START ..............................59 AUDIO FOLLOW .............................60 Audio Linking during Fade........................60 Using PC Image as SUB SOURCE ....................61 Setting SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS ..................64 Assigning SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS ..................67...
  • Page 8: Features Of The V-5 Video Mix/Title Processor

    Features of the V-5 VIDEO MIX/TITLE PROCESSOR The V-5 VIDEO MIX/TITLE PROCESSOR provides the following functions for use with high-quality digital video. Video mixer functions, making it possible to switch (transition) between two video streams. Still image filing functions, which make it possible to capture multiple still images from sources such as video shooting of photographs or pamphlets and even personal computer graphics, store them to memory, and combine them with video imagery.
  • Page 9 Still image file functions Titles, video images and PC graphics can be captured and stored as still images in the system (up to 24 images) for instant call-up at the press of a button. Storage in memory cards Still imagery can be stored in memory cards (sold separately) for loading, making it easy to build up and man- age an extensive library of title and still images.
  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Operation Panel fig. 3 PHONES GPI OUT GPI / MIDI IN VIDEO TOTAL GROUP ONE - WAY REVERSE STROBE STILL SOLARIZE COLORIZE CENTER CURSOR VALUE MONO SEPIA NEGA SETUP UTILITY EXIT / NO ENTER / YES IMAGE USER 1 USER 2...
  • Page 11 IN audio is output (p. 36, 59). H. WIPE PATTERN block [AUX MIX]: Audio from sources and AUX IN audio are Selects the wipe pattern (p. 39). mixed for output (p. 37, 59). Pattern numbers [1] to [8], GROUP [A] and [B]: Specifies the WIPE PATTERN by group and number.
  • Page 12 signal or MTC (MIDI time code) (p. 72, 74, 76). R. Transition indicator Indicates the transition state between the MAIN SOURCE PICTURE/TITLE image can be inserted into the MAIN (INPUT 1) and the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE. SOURCE (in), or deleted (out) (p. 29, 72). This is enabled S.
  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    CD player. Red is right, white is left. B. PHONES jack I. MEMORY CARD slot Connect optional headphones. Insert the optional memory card (Roland PC CARD ATA C. INPUT 1 PM-004/008/012/020). Used to store PICTURE/TITLE files and programs (p. 56, 72).
  • Page 14: Basic Connection

    Basic Connection To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on NOTE all devices before making any connections. fig. 1 Connection Diagram Stereo headphones LINE OUT CD player white Microphone white...
  • Page 15 Connection cables are not supplied with this equipment. Please use commercially-available audio and video cables. Use video NOTE cables to connect the video jacks. We recommend that you connect your source VCRs and recording VCR using their S-video connectors, provided all VCRs NOTE are equipped with them.
  • Page 16: Turning The Power On

    Turning the Power On Turn on power to your various devices in the order specified below. By turning on NOTE devices in the wrong order, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage to speakers and other devices. Always make sure to have the volume level turned down before switching on power. Even with the volume all the way down, you may still hear some sound when the power is switched on, but this is normal, and does not indicate a malfunction.
  • Page 17: Basic Editing Operations

    Basic Editing Operations This chapter describes the basic functions and operation of the V-5, which are essential in video editing work. Basic Settings Before beginning video editing be sure to check the status of the V-5: Set the video fader to the MAIN SOURCE (INPUT 1) side. The equipment will be in this Check the settings by comparing the state of the buttons to the basic state immediately after power is...
  • Page 18: Return To Basic Settings (Factory Reset)

    Return to Basic Settings (Factory Reset) This operation will return all settings and adjustment results to the factory default NOTE settings, and clear all PICTURE/TITLE files and programs. If you do not want to miss your settings, files or programs, DO NOT perform Factory Reset. When per- forming this operation, be sure to write down any settings you require first, and then For information on copying, refer set them again after finishing factory reset.
  • Page 19: Adjusting Display Contrast

    Adjusting Display Contrast fig. 6 Adjust the display contrast so that it can be read clearly from your normal operating posi- tion. Press [UTILITY] in the SETUP/UTILITY block. The button will flash, and the following display will be shown. If a different screen is shown: fig.
  • Page 20: Check That All Connections Are Correct

    Check That All Connections Are Correct Begin the check after connecting the video equipment as described on p. 14, “Basic Connection.” fig. 7 8, 10 5, 6 Check that all connections are correct by actually playing video tapes and a CD. Check that the button state and video fader position are as shown in basic settings (p.
  • Page 21 Return the video fader to the MAIN SOURCE (INPUT 1) side. The monitor should output the audio and video tracks from the videotape playing through INPUT 1 again. Play a CD on the CD player connected to AUX IN. Press [AUX INS] in AUDIO CONTROL. The AUX indicator in the AUDIO The button will change from flashing to steady on, and audio from source video will stop.
  • Page 22: Transition

    Transition The video stream output to the recording VCR may be either of two combinations : MAIN SOURCE and SUB SOURCE, or MAIN SOURCE and PICTURE/TITLE. You may switch between the two images (transition) or combine them. MAIN SOURCE: Video stream from the source VCR connected to INPUT 1. SUB SOURCE: VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or PC can be selected.
  • Page 23: Automatic Transition (Auto)

    Automatic Transition (AUTO) fig. 9 3, 4 It is possible to automatically execute transitions without moving the video fader. The effect will be the same as moving the video fader to the other side. Check that the display is as shown below. fig.
  • Page 24: Fade-In/Fade-Out

    Fade-In/Fade-Out fig. 10 2 3, 4 Fade-out gradually transforms the image into a solid white or black image, while fade-in is the reverse. Audio volume changes accordingly. These processes can be used for the start and end of the video production, as well as to link two scenes with a fade for expression of the passage of time or place.
  • Page 25: Adjusting Fade Speed

    Adjusting Fade Speed fig. 11 2, 5 Press [SETUP]. The button will flash, and the display will change to the one shown below. fig. 12 Press [AUTO FADE]. The display will change to the one shown below. fig. 13 If a different screen is shown: Press CURSOR [ The screen to the left will be...
  • Page 26: Creating A Simple Title

    Creating a Simple Title fig. 13a Video shooting WHITE LUMI CAPTURE T i t l e Title Camcorder Picture file Title card Title • Handwritten characters • Word processor output • Illustration, etc. • Superimposing a title • Changing character Source VCR color Main source...
  • Page 27 After the title card is made, photograph it with the video camera or camcorder as described below, capture the image and store it. fig. 14 Connect the video camera to INPUT 1. Photograph the title card with the video camera. Press [VIDEO 1] to switch SUB SOURCE.
  • Page 28 If you press a number button Specify the file number for the captured title (still image), using GROUP which is not lit, a new PIC- [A] to [C] and file number [1] to [8], in the PICTURE/TITLE FILES block. TURE/TITLE will be stored to memory additionally.
  • Page 29: Inserting A Still Image Into Main Source

    Inserting a Still Image into MAIN SOURCE fig. 25 The methods of inserting and removing PICTURE/TITLE files can also be set. For details, refer to p. 54, “TITLE IN/OUT Settings.” The PICTURE file images captured from illustrations, photographs, maps and other videos can be inserted into the MAIN SOURCE.
  • Page 30: Superimposing A Title With Title Camera/Key

    Superimposing a Title with TITLE CAMERA/KEY The TITLE CAMERA/KEY function makes it possible to cut out a part of a SUB SOURCE or TITLE CAMERA/KEY effects are PICTURE/TITLE file image and replace it with the MAIN SOURCE. The portion of the SUB enabled when SUB SOURCE/ SOURCE or PICTURE/TITLE to be cut can be selected through the following three methods.
  • Page 31 Press [WHITE LUMI] under TITLE CAMERA/KEY. The button will light, and the display will change to the following. fig. 26b The display will return to the original screen in a few seconds. Switch the video fader to the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE side. If the characters are trans- The text portions of the title will gradually be combined with the MAIN SOURCE.
  • Page 32: Adjusting Key Level

    Adjusting Key Level WHITE LUMI and BLACK LUMI in TITLE CAMERA/KEY function are based on image luminance, automatically judging which portions of the image are to be cut out (Luminance Key). Brighter portions in WHITE LUMI or darker portions in BLACK LUMI are cut out. This judgment threshold can be adjusted.
  • Page 33 Press [WHITE LUMI] or [BLACK LUMI]. The display will change to the one shown below (in the case [WHITE LUMI] is pressed). fig. 27 Value Adjust the threshold properly with [+] [-] or the value dial, while check- The value can be set from 0 to ing the result on the monitor.
  • Page 34: Changing The Title Color

    Changing the Title Color fig. 29 5, 7 When the title camera [WHITE LUMI] or [BLACK LUMI] is used to combine a title with the MAIN SOURCE, the color of the title can also be changed. Any of 58 colors may be selected. Select a color which will be easy to read for the particular MAIN SOURCE color and bright- ness.
  • Page 35 If you rotate the value dial while Adjust the color with [+] [-] and the value dial, while watching the moni- depressing [+] or [-], the change tor. increment will be 10 instead of 1. Select any of the 58 available colors. For color choices, refer to “Color Palette”...
  • Page 36: Adding Music Or Narration

    Adding Music or Narration Next try adding music or narration to the video stream. Play music from a CD player or other source connected to the AUX IN jack on the rear panel and mix it with the audio track on video, or replace audio entirely.
  • Page 37: Mixing Music And Audio Tracks (Aux Mix)

    Mixing Music and Audio Tracks (AUX MIX) fig. 32a 1, 2 It is possible to mix the audio tracks from the MAIN SOURCE and SUB SOURCE with the music from the CD player. Press [AUX MIX]. [AUX INS] will go out. The button will flash, and the display will be as shown below.
  • Page 38: Versatile Functions For Editing Two Video Sources Together

    Versatile Functions for Editing Two Video Sources Together This chapter describes functions related to combining two video streams, using two source VCRs to edit two tapes into a single tape. Selecting Transition Method There are two methods of transition between MAIN SOURCE and SUB SOURCE (or PIC- TURE/TITLE).
  • Page 39 This method switches the two video streams by smoothly sliding the boundary between two images on the screen. This is used to provide a visual impact on the viewer, or make them feel dynamic motion. fig. 36 Select the wipe pattern by pressing WIPE PATTERN GROUP [A] or [B], In the panel drawing, the A and pattern number [1] through [8].
  • Page 40: Picture In Picture (P In P)

    Press [WIPE]. [MIX] will go out. [WIPE] will light. When the B group is selected, the [WIPE] and pattern number but- Move the video fader gradually in the other side. tons will flash for a few seconds. Wipe cannot be executed during The second video will appear over a portion of the original video, and gradually spread to this period.
  • Page 41: Adding Effects To Imagery

    Set the video fader to MAIN SOURCE. Press [P in P]. The button will light, and the following display will appear. fig. 39a The display will return to the original screen in a few seconds. Move the video fader gradually to the SUB SOURCE side. When [MIX] is lit, the window will gradually appear in a corner of the MAIN SOURCE.
  • Page 42: Sub Source Video Effects

    SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS Effects may be combined to apply The 12 buttons in the SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS block are used to select the effect multiple effects at once. applied to the SUB SOURCE or PICTURE/TITLE file image. The buttons have the following functions: [STROBE]: The video is captured as a series of stills at a fixed interval.
  • Page 43: Transition Effects

    TRANSITION EFFECTS It is possible to insert monochrome images or SUB SOURCE (or PICTURE/TITLE) image with applied effects during transition between MAIN SOURCE and SUB SOURCE (or PIC- TURE/TITLE). Select one of the following four buttons. [NORMAL]: No effects applied during transition. This button is left lit for standard usage. [COLOR INSERT]: A monochrome screen is inserted during transition to the next image.
  • Page 44: Changing The Color Insert Color

    Changing the COLOR INSERT Color fig.41a 1, 3 The background color used to insert during transition may be selected from any of 58 colors. Press [COLOR INSERT]. For a few seconds the color set- ting will be shown on the display. The button will light.
  • Page 45: Changing Audio Tracks

    Changing Audio Tracks When [AUDIO FOLLOW] is lit and the video fader is moved, the audio will change in uni- son with the video as it transitions between MAIN SOURCE and SUB SOURCE, but the audio can also be controlled independently. This can be used for audio effects in scene changes.
  • Page 46: Changing Video Only Without Changing Audio

    Changing Video Only without Changing Audio It is possible to use the video fader to change the video stream without changing the audio track being used. This is handy when the audio track from a single tape is to be used through entire editing, or when the audio track from one source is to be skipped in places.
  • Page 47: Advanced Application

    Advanced Application This chapter describes advanced uses of the V-5, including the PICTURE/TITLE MAKER, programs, connec- tion with external equipment, and settings for various functions. MAIN SOURCE Settings The factory settings for the V-5 are designed so that it outputs the standard video stream, but this video stream can be adjusted to suit your needs.
  • Page 48: Sub Source/Picture Settings

    SUB SOURCE/PICTURE Settings It is possible to adjust the SUB SOURCE VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 and PICTURE/TITLE images. Adjust the color while watching the results on the monitor. Audio input can also be selected. (For PC screen adjustment, see p. 62).
  • Page 49 Setting PICTURE/TITLE 1. Press [PICTURE/TITLE]. 2. Set the video fader to the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE side. 3. Press [SETUP]. 4. Press [PICTURE/TITLE] again. 5. Select the item with [ ] and [ ], and use [+] [-] and the value dial to change the value. PICTURE/TITLE settings AUDIO input select: Select the audio input jack.
  • Page 50: Making Titles (Using The Picture/Title Maker)

    Making Titles (Using the PICTURE/TITLE MAKER) A brief description of the process to insert a title into the video using a PICTURE file stored with a captured title card image along with the TITLE CAMERA/KEY was described on p. 26 “Creating a Simple Title.” The PICTURE/TITLE MAKER can be used to extract characters from captured still images, color them and add edges or shadows for creating professional titles.
  • Page 51: Color Set-Up

    3. Use [ ] and [ ] to select the item, and then adjust the setting with [+] [-] and the value dial. EXTRACTION settings LEVEL: This sets the threshold to discriminate between the characters and the background. 0 to 50 T-COLOR: Sets the colors of the extracted characters (text) and the background.
  • Page 52: Setting Transparency

    1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Press [ ] and [ ] to display the “USER COLOR SETUP” page. 3. Press [ENTER/YES]. 4. Select the user color number with [+] [-] or the value dial. USER COLOR number COLOR No U01 to U10 5.
  • Page 53 1. Press [CAPTURE] under PICTURE/TITLE MAKER. The display will show a message reading “Now Capturing” and then change to the following screen. The captured title will be shown on the monitor. fig. 18 MEMO Press [ ] to show the CAPTURE settings on the display.
  • Page 54: Title In/Out Settings

    5. To save the image to a file, press the GROUP [A] to [C], and the file number [1] to [8]. The display will change to the following (in the case file number B4 is selected). fig. 19a MEMO When the display is as shown, the group and file number can be changed. MEMO The white letter “T”...
  • Page 55 FILE IN/OUT settings TRANS [IN] WIPE A1 to A8, B1 to B8 WIPE A1[R] to A8[R], B1[R] to B8[R]: Reverse. SCROLL ( ↑) : Moving toward the direction an arrow indicates, the file image slides in. SCROLL (↓) SCROLL (→) SCROLL (←) SPEED [IN] 1 to 10...
  • Page 56: Using Memory Cards

    PM-004/008/012/020 (optional) The dedicated memory cards sold separately, Roland PC CARD ATA PM-004 (4 Mbyte), 008 (8 Mbyte), 012 (12 Mbyte) and 020 (20 Mbyte), can be used to store PICTURE/TITLE files and programs (p. 72). They can hold, respectively, 2, 4, 6 and 10 times more files than the equipment internal memory, and are therefore extremely handy for managing and using many PICTURE/TITLE files and programs.
  • Page 57: Memory Card Preparation (Formatting)

    Memory Card Preparation (Formatting) * When a memory card is being used on the V-5 for the first time, always format on the V-5. * When a memory card is formatted, all data stored on the card will be lost. Take care not to accidentally format a memo- ry card with essential data on it.
  • Page 58 MEMO For information on programs, refer to p. 72 “Programming Sequence for PICTURE/TITLE.” Once the memory card is formatted, first specify which folder is to be used. 1. Press [SETUP]. 2. Press [MEMORY CARD]. The following display will be shown. fig.58a MEMO If the display is different, press and hold [...
  • Page 59: Audio Control Settings

    AUDIO CONTROL Settings This section explains the function settings for the AUDIO CONTROL block, and settings for audio control dur- ing fading. AUX INS Sets the audio transition speed between the video and AUX IN when audio from AUX IN is used to replace the current audio track.
  • Page 60: Audio Follow

    MEMO AUDIO FOLLOW uses the same setting. 4. Press [SETUP] or [EXIT/NO] to end. AUDIO FOLLOW Sets the speed for audio transition when [AUDIO FOLLOW] changes from off to on. 1. Press [SETUP]. 2. Press [AUDIO FOLLOW]. 3. Use [+] [-] and the value dial to change the value. AUDIO FOLLOW setting SPEED 1 to 10...
  • Page 61: Using Pc Image As Sub Source

    Using PC Image as SUB SOURCE If the TO PC DISPLAY OUT connector on the rear panel is connected to the VGA output connector on the PC (where the display is normally connected), then the display imagery of the PC can be used as the SUB SOURCE.
  • Page 62 Setting PC Image The image from the PC can be adjusted in the same way as VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2. 1. Press [PC]. 2. Set the video fader to the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE side. 3. Press [SETUP]. 4. Press [PC]. The display will show one of the items which can be selected.
  • Page 63 Using for presentations fig. 59b External DISPLAY OUTPUT TO PC VIDEO DISPLAY OUT Monitor Notebook computer INPUT OUTPUT VIDEO INPUT 1 OUTPUT VIDEO Camcorder Presentation software in notebook computer and video camera imagery can be combined for effective presen- tations (for details on presentation software or connection and set-up of personal computers, refer to the respective owner’s manuals).
  • Page 64: Setting Sub Source Video Effects

    Setting SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS can be set, including STROBE interval, SOLARIZE and COLORIZE intensity, SEPIA, NEGA, and CENTER IMAGE color. STROBE 1. Set the video fader to SUB SOURCE/PICTURE. 2. Press [STROBE]. The effect will be applied. 3.
  • Page 65 COLORIZE setting LEVEL: Sets the relation between brightness and color. 1 to 3 6. Press [SETUP] or [EXIT/NO] to end. SEPIA 1. Set the video fader to the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE side. 2. Press [SEPIA]. The effect will be applied. 3. Press [SETUP]. 4.
  • Page 66: Center Image

    CENTER IMAGE 1. Set the video fader to SUB SOURCE/PICTURE. 2. Press [CENTER IMAGE]. The effect will be applied. 3. Press [SETUP]. 4. Press [CENTER IMAGE] again. 5. Select the item with [ ] and [ ], and then use [+] [-] and the value dial to change the settings.
  • Page 67: Assigning Sub Source Video Effects

    Assigning SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS The four user effect keys, [USER 1] to [USER 4] in SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS, can be set to any of the 32 effects provided. For a list of internal effects, refer to the SUB SOURCE VIDEO EFFECTS List on p. 97. 1.
  • Page 68: Setting Picture In Picture

    Setting Picture in Picture The position, size, border and motion of the picture in pitcure window can be set. Five types of your favorite can be stored for instant use. 1. Set the video fader to the SUB SOURCE/PICTURE side. 2.
  • Page 69 P in P settings HORIZONTAL POSITION: Sets the horizontal position. 0 to 165 VERTICAL POSITION: Sets the vertical position. 0 to 225 HORIZONTAL SIZE: Sets the width of the inset picture. 0 to 235 VERTICAL SIZE: Sets the height of the inset picture. 0 to 235 MOTION: Sets inset picture motion for wipe (in and out).
  • Page 70: Chroma Key

    Chroma Key Chroma key is one of the keying effect where the blue parts of the image are removed, and the remaining parts are combined with another video image. The common example is a TV weather broadcast. You can see the weather reporter in front of a weather map.
  • Page 71: Assigning Transition Effects

    CHROMA KEY adjustment LEVEL: Sets the threshold. 0 to 255 HUE: Sets the hue to be cut out. 0 to 255 * The HUE page cannot be selected on the V-5 PAL. 4. Press [SETUP] or [EXIT/NO] to end. Assigning TRANSITION EFFECTS Any of the 12 effects can be assigned to TRANSITION EFFECTS [EFFECT 1] and [EFFECT 2].
  • Page 72: Programming Sequence For Picture/Title

    Programming Sequence for PICTURE/TITLE The sequence that PICTURE/TITLE file images are displayed in/out to the MAIN SOURCE can be stored (pro- grammed). Once the program has been set, title in/out is handled by just pressing [TITLE IN] or [TITLE OUT], simplifying the editing process.
  • Page 73 7. After the last program step, press [EXIT/NO] two times. [PGM] will go out. To start a program from any step other than the first, proceed to step 4. and use the [+] [-] and MEMO the value dial to select the step you wish to start from, then press [ENTER/YES]. The specified file will be loaded, and the process advance to step 5..
  • Page 74: Controlling The V-5 From An Edit Controller Or Other External Device

    Controlling the V-5 from an Edit Controller or Other External Device External equipment can be used to control the V-5 through General Purpose Interface (GPI). Set the System to Receive GPI Signals First set [GPI/MIDI IN] to enable reception of GPI signals. 1.
  • Page 75: Controlling The V-5 From A Midi Device

    4. Press [ENTER/YES]. The PICTURE/TITLE file programmed in step 01 of the specified program will be loaded. 5. Press [GPI/MIDI IN]. The button will light, and the V-5 will be ready to receive GPI signals. 6. Send the GPI signal when the title is to be inserted. The title will be inserted into the MAIN SOURCE at the specified speed and transition.
  • Page 76: Picture/Title In/Out At Times Specified By Time Codes

    PICTURE/TITLE In/Out at Times Specified by Time Codes Set the system to receive MTC First, setup [GPI/MIDI IN] to receive MTC. 1. Press [SETUP]. 2. Press [GPI/MIDI IN]. 3. Press [ ] to shown a message reading “REMOTE TRIGGER=.” 4. Use [+], [-] and the value dial to select MTC. 5.
  • Page 77 6. Press [ENTER/YES]. The display will show “STEP: 01” and the loaded PICTURE/TITLE file number will be shown in the lower line. MEMO If a different STEP is displayed, press and hold [ ] to return to step 01. 7. Press [ENTER/YES] again. The specified file will be loaded and the following message will be shown on the display.
  • Page 78 8. Press [ENTER/YES] again. The file will be loaded, and the display will change to the following (example shows IN point of step 02 is 45 seconds and 10 frames). Fig. 61b To revise the TITLE OUT time, press [ ] four times, and the message “OUT”...
  • Page 79 * A TITLE file made on the PICTURE/TITLE MAKER and stored after transparency process takes longer to load than a normal PICTURE file. If the next step is a PICTURE/TITLE file, be sure to take sufficient time for loading between OUT point of the current step and IN point of the next step.
  • Page 80: Using Tap Effects In Time With Music Tempo

    Using TAP Effects in Time with Music Tempo This is the same effect as pressing [TAP] in synchronization with the play tempo of the VS-880/880EX DIGI- TAL STUDIO WORKSTATION or a MIDI sequencer. This section describes how to control tap effects at the same tempo as the music played on the VS-880/880EX. fig.
  • Page 81: Controlling The V-5 Via Midi Keyboard

    TAP setting RESOLUTION: Specifies the tap interval in notes. : A whole note. : A half note. : A quarter note. : A eighth note. 7. Press [SETUP] or [EXIT/NO] to end. 8. Press the button you have assigned a tap effect to, from [USER 1] to [USER 4]. 9.
  • Page 82 6. Press [ ] to change the page, and show a message reading “MIDI CONTROL MIDI Ch=.” 7. Use [+] [-] and the value dial to select the MIDI channel. Select the same MIDI channel as that used by the MIDI keyboard. When the channels are the same, pressing a keyboard key will make a sound, and the note will MEMO be shown on the display while [GPI/MIDI IN] turns on.
  • Page 83: Controlling An External Edit Device Via Gpi

    Controlling an External Edit Device via GPI When [GPI OUT] is pressed, GPI signals are output through the GPI OUT jack on the rear panel. It is possible to use the V-5 to control video editing equipment like titlers, which has a GPI input jack, and the DIGITAL MULTI AUDIO STATION A-6.
  • Page 84 (Example 2) Controlling the A-6 fig. 66a GPI IN Monitor OUTPUT AUDIO MASTER AUX IN GPI OUT INPUT INPUT 1 INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT VIDEO/AUDIO VIDEO/AUDIO VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT 2 Source VCR1 Recording VCR OUTPUT VIDEO/AUDIO Source VCR 2 * Set the A-6 to receive GPI signals, and select the function to be controlled by the GPI signals. For details, refer to the A-6 owner's manual.
  • Page 85: Managing Picture/Title Files

    EXCHANGE Managing fig. 76 PICTURE/TITLE Files It is possible to copy, exchange or clear PICTURE/TITLE files. These functions are handy when changing the sequence of files to be used in video editing, or to group files First Second for each production, for example. Switch the locations of two files.
  • Page 86: Operations Between File Groups

    fig. 72 The file numbers in steps 5. and 7. can also be MEMO specified by pressing [MEMORY CARD], file group [A] to [C], and file numbers [1] to [8]. Press [EXIT/NO] at any time during steps 3. fig. 73 MEMO to 8.
  • Page 87: Operations Between Folders

    CLEAR fig. 86* fig. 86 5. Use [+] [-] and the value dial to select the first group. Target *A to *C: Groups stored in the V-5. mA to mC: Groups stored in the folder which is currently Clear all files in the specified group. selected in the memory card (only displayed when a memory These operations are performed through the following pro- card is inserted).
  • Page 88 MOVE fig. 89 fig. 92 fig. 90 Source Destination Move files from the source folder to the destination folder. The files will be stored in the destination folder, and the source 4. Press [ENTER/YES]. folder will become empty. If there are already files in the speci- fied destination folder, they will be deleted, and replaced with The display will change to the folder select screen.
  • Page 89: Managing Programs

    EXCHANGE Managing Programs fig. 94g Programs can be managed by copying, exchanging or clear- ing them. A new program can be easily created by copying an existing program and making a few changes to reflect the new requirements. First Second When using a memory card, operations can be performed not only on programs in the V-5, but also in the selected Switch the locations of two programs.
  • Page 90 fig.94d Press [EXIT/NO] at any time during steps 3. MEMO to 8. to return to the prior step. fig. 94i 4. Press [ENTER/YES]. The display will change to the program select screen. The pro- gram number on the left of the lower “PROGRAM” line will flash.
  • Page 91: Other Functions

    Other Functions Checking the Next Image before Transition (PREVIEW OUT) fig. 95 Monitor for preview Monitor INPUT VIDEO PREVIEW OUT INPUT 1 OUTPUT INPUT VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT 2 Source VCR 1 VIDEO/AUDIO VIDEO/AUDIO Recording VCR OUTPUT VIDEO/AUDIO Source VCR 2 * The PREVIEW OUT jack is an RCA phono jack.
  • Page 92: Protecting Data Stored In The V-5

    Protecting Data Stored in the V-5 It is possible to write-protect the V-5 internal memory to prevent accidental deletion of PICTURE/TITLE files and programs. 1. Press [UTILITY]. 2. Use [ ] and [ ] to show the message reading “DATA PROTECT.” 3.
  • Page 93: Demonstration

    If a message reading “Error” is displayed and the display automatically returns to the above MEMO screen in step 3., repeat steps 4. through 7. again. If the “Error” message is repeated after follow- ing the specified procedure, contact the nearest Roland/EDIROL Service Center. 8. Press [UTILITY] or [EXIT/NO] to end.
  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    If the device does not function as you expect, first check the following points. If that still doesn't work, then contact your dealer or the nearest Roland/EDIROL Service Center. When the power is turned on the system automatically applies transitions or effects •...
  • Page 95 Captured still image is coarse or of generally low quality • STABILIZE is set to ON in CAPTURE setup. When STABILIZE is set to ON, image quality drops. Press [SETUP] and [CAPTURE], select the STABILIZE setup page with [ ], and set STABILIZE to OFF (p.
  • Page 96: Supplementary Information

    Supplementary Information Color Palette The Color Palette includes 48 palette presets, and also 10 user colors which can be set with any colors specified by the user (see p. 51 for set-up). The Color Palette can be used in the following functions: (1) TITLE CAMERA/KEY color (p.
  • Page 97: Transition Effects List

    TRANSITION EFFECTS List When executing a TRANSITION between the MAIN SOURCE image and the SUB SOURCE image, it is possi- ble to insert a SUB SOURCE image with special effects applied between them. The following special effects can be assigned to [EFFECT 1] and [EFFECT 2] in the TRANSITION EFFECTS block (p.
  • Page 98 Preset effects can be set to USER1 to USER4 Buttons USER1 to USER4 can be set and used to instantly call frequently-used special effects (p. 67). Different types of STROBE or SOLARIZE can be used, or TAP effects that change effects, such as STROBE or SOLARIZE, at intervals of tapping the [TAP] button can be available.
  • Page 99: Picture In Picture Motion List

    Picture in Picture Motion List Picture in picture allows you to show a small SUB SOURCE video inset into the MAIN SOURCE video image. When [WIPE] is lit, the inset picture can be changed in size and moved while appearing or disappearing in a corner of the MAIN SOURCE image.
  • Page 100: Functions Controllable From External Midi Device

    Functions Controllable from External MIDI Device Connect the MIDI OUT connector on the external MIDI device to the MIDI IN connector on the rear panel of the V-5 with a MIDI cable. This will make it possible for note messages from the external MIDI device to con- trol operations as performed by pressing buttons on the panel.
  • Page 101 Display Items controllable with MIDI note messages NEGA COLOR 1 [NEGA] ON at color 1. NEGA COLOR 2 [NEGA] ON at color 2. NEGA COLOR 9 [NEGA] ON at color 9. NEGA V Changes [NEGA] color according to velocity of note message. CENTERIMAGE ON Turns [CENTER IMAGE] ON.
  • Page 102 Display Items controllable with MIDI note messages FADE CONTROL WHITE/BLACK ON Turns [WHITE/BLACK] ON. WHITE/BLACKOFF Turns [WHITE/BLACK] OFF. WHITE/BLACK SW Toggles [WHITE/BLACK] ON/OFF each time note message received. MAIN SW Turns [MAIN ] ON. MAIN+SUB SW Turns [MAIN + SUB] ON. AUTO FADE ON Turns [AUTO FADE] ON.
  • Page 103 Display Items controllable with MIDI note messages BLACK-LUMI ON Turns [BLACK LUMI] ON. BLACK-LUMI OFF Turns [BLACK LUMI] OFF. BLACK-LUMI SW Toggles [BLACK LUMI] ON/OFF each time note message received. BLACK-LUMI V Changes BLACK LUMINANCE KEY LEVEL according to velocity of note message. CHROMA ON Turns [CHROMA] ON.
  • Page 104: Error Messages

    MIDI cable is disconnected or broken, preventing receipt of MIDI data. “System Error 3” MIDI system error may have occurred. If this message is shown often, contact the nearest Roland/EDIROL Service Center. MIDI system error may have occurred. If this message is shown often, contact the “System Error 4”...
  • Page 105: Midi Implementation Chart

    VIDEO MIX/TITLE PROCESSOR Date : Sep. 1, 1998 Model V-5 MIDI Implementation Chart Version : 1.00 Transmitted Recognized Remarks Function… Memorized Basic Default 1–16 Channel Changed 1–16 Default Mode 3 Mode Mode 3 Messages Altered **************** Note 36–96 Number : True Voice **************** 36–96...
  • Page 106: Specifications

    Supported resolution and format: 640 x 480 pixels, Vertical 60Hz, Options Horizontal 31.5 kHz (VGA equiva- Roland PC CARD ATA PM-004 (4 M bytes)/008 (8 M lent) or 640 x 400 pixels, Vertical bytes)/012 (12 M bytes)/020 (20 M bytes) 53Hz, Horizontal 24.8kHz...
  • Page 107: Index

    Index Audio Follow..............45, 46, 60 Edge (Color)................51 Audio Input Select Effect ..............41, 64, 67, 71, 97 Main Source................47 Effect 1/2................43, 71, 97 PC Image ................62 Exchange Picture/Title...............49 File ..................85 Video 1/2................48 File Group................86 Audio Link (Auto Fade)............60 Folder ..................88 Auto (Automatic Transition)...........23 Program ................89 Auto Demo.................93 Extraction ................50, 53...
  • Page 108 AUX INS/Mix..............59 File In/Out .................55 Main Source .................22, 47 Pre Start/Audio Follow..........59, 60 Memory Card ................56 Strobe ..................64 MIDI..............75, 80, 81, 100, 105 Stabilize (Capture) ..............50 MIDI Channel..............75, 82 Step (Program) ................72 Mix ....................38 Still ....................42 Mode (PC Image) ..............62 Strobe ..................42, 64 Mono...................42 Sub Source..................22...
  • Page 109 MEMO...
  • Page 110 Information When you need repair service, call your nearest Roland/EDIROL Service Center or authorized Roland/EDIROL distributor in your country as shown below. ARGENTINA BAHRAIN EGYPT SWITZERLAND GERMANY Instrumentos Musicales S.A. Moon Stores Al Fanny Trading Office Roland (Switzerland) AG Roland Elektronische...
  • Page 111 For EU Countries This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC. For the USA FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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