Owner's Manual This manual describes the VC-300HD and the VC-200HD. When reading this manual, please note the following. · VC-300HD-specific features are marked with in the title. · The illustrations used for this manual's explanations depict the VC-300HD. Some of the panel inscriptions and connectors on the VC-200HD are different. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (p. 2), "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (p. 4­5), and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (p. 6). 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. 202 Copyright © 2007 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 9. For the U.K. WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. GREEN-AND-YELLOW: EARTH, BLUE: NEUTRAL, BROWN: LIVE As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. For the USA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Model Name : Type of Equipment : Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : VC-300HD / VC-200HD Multi-Format Converter Roland Systems Group U.S. 425 Sequoia Drive Suite 114, Bellingham, Washington, 98226 USA TEL: 360-594-4282 2 Table of Contents Setting internal processing .............................................28 Showing the Display.......................................................29 Status Screen ............................................................29 Menu Display and Operation .....................................30 Adjusting the Display .................................................30 USING THE UNIT SAFELY .......................................4 IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................6 Features ....................................................................7 Checking the Included Items ..................................8 Appendices ......................................31 Menus and settings............................................... 32 Input / Output Signal ............................................. 38 HDV ...........................................................................38 SDI.............................................................................38 DV..............................................................................38 DVI.............................................................................38 Interlaced and Progressive ........................................38 Basic Operation................................. 9 Panel Descriptions.................................................10 Front Panel .................................................................... 10 Side Panel ..................................................................... 11 Rear Panel..................................................................... 12 Installation and Maintenance ............................... 39 Installing and Removing the Rack Mount Fittings ..........39 Daily Maintenance .....................................................39 Fan.............................................................................39 Connecting .............................................................14 Converting HD Component to HDV .......................... 15 Converting HD-SDI to HDV ...................................... 17 Converting computer screens (DVI or VGA) to HDV. 19 Converting HDV to HD Component .......................... 21 Converting HDV to HD-SDI ...................................... 23 Installation...................................................................... 25 Troubleshooting .................................................... 40 Video..........................................................................40 Audio..........................................................................40 Miscellaneous ............................................................40 Main Specifications............................................... 41 Exterior Dimensions Diagram ........................................42 VC-200HD Block Diagram .............................................43 VC-300HD Block Diagram .............................................44 Output Format Support Chart.........................................45 Basic Operations....................................................26 Turning Power On/Off.................................................... 26 Turning power on ...................................................... 26 Turning power off ...................................................... 26 Selecting the video input connector............................... 26 Selecting the audio input connector............................... 27 Selecting the video output format .................................. 27 Test Pattern / Test Tone Output .................................... 28 Index....................................................................... 46 3 USING THE UNIT SAFELY Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly. Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly. * Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets. The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled. The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet. 001 · Before using this unit, make sure to read the instructions below, and the Owner's Manual. .......................................................................................................... 001-50 · Connect mains plug of this model to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection. .......................................................................................................... · Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit. .......................................................................................................... · Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this manual provides specific 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" page. .......................................................................................................... · Never use or store the unit in places that are: · 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 floors); or are · Humid; or are · Exposed to rain; or are · Dusty; or are · Subject to high levels of vibration. .......................................................................................................... 004 003 002a · 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. .......................................................................................................... · The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as marked on the top of unit. .......................................................................................................... · Use only the attached power-supply cord. Also, the supplied power cord must not be used with any other device. .......................................................................................................... · 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 fire and shock hazards! .......................................................................................................... · This unit, either alone or in combination with an amplifier 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. .......................................................................................................... · Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit. 011 010 009 008e 008a 007 .......................................................................................................... 4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 012a · Immediately turn the power off, remove the power cord from the outle ...