Roland VC-30HD User Manual

Owner's Manual Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”(p. 4) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (p. 7). These s

10Before Using the VC-30HDThe VC-30HD supports the following formats.fig.conversion-table.eps* The output frame rate will be the same as the input fra

11Turning the Power On and OffPlace the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual informati

12Turning the Power On and OffAbout Ground TerminalDepending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation,

13Turning the Power On and OffThe power to the VC-30HD is switched off automatically when four hours have elapsed with no input of video or audio sign

14Names of Things and What They Dofig.front-panel.epsFor information on button operations, refer to “Button operations” (p. 17).For information on sou

15Names of Things and What They Do6. S-VIDEO connectorConnect an S-Video source here. 7. HDMI connectorConnect an HDMI source here. * Version 1.3, wit

16Names of Things and What They Dofig.rear-panel.eps1. POWER switchThis turns the VC-30HD’s power on and off.2. DC IN connectorThis is for connecting

17Names of Things and What They DoThe buttons switch the modes for [VIDEO INPUT], [OUTPUT FORMAT], and [AUDIO INPUT]. If the buttons are difficult to

18Connecting External EquipmentYou can connect external equipment as shown below.* To prevent malfunction and/or damage to other devices, always turn

19Connecting External EquipmentUse appropriate cables and plugs to connect your video sources. For information on source selection, refer to “Converti

IMPORTANT: THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.BLUE:BROWN:As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of

20Connecting External EquipmentMaking a Composite ConnectionConnect composite output from a video camera or video mixer to the [COMPOSITE/COMPONENT] c

21Connecting External EquipmentConnect a video camera or other device provided with HDMI output to the [HDMI] connector on the front panel. For inform

22Connecting External EquipmentUse analog connectors for the audio sources. For information on the source selection, refer to “Audio Source Settings”

23Connecting External EquipmentUse [AES/EBU] connector on the rear panel for your digital audio source. For information on the source selection, refer

24Connecting External EquipmentThe format of i.LINK output and USB output cannot be set independently. The format set using [OUTPUT FORMAT] applies to

25Connecting External EquipmentYou can input a timecode from a source device simultaneously with digital audio. Use an XLR cable to connect the source

26Converting SignalsSignals input to the VC-30HD are output from the i.LINK connector and USB connector on the rear panel. Use the button at [OUTPUT F

27Converting SignalsWhen HDMI has been selected for the source, you can select the settings described below for audio output.• [HDMI]Audio contained i

28Converting SignalsUse the button in the [AUDIO INPUT] section on the front panel and the selector switch on the rear panel to select the audio sourc

29Appendicesfig.specification-e1.epsMain SpecificationsCodecHDVVideo FormatAudio FormatMPEG-2 Video, 8 bits, 4:2:01440 x 1080/59.94i, 50i, 23.98p (25

3Check the Included ItemsThe VC-30HD itselffig.VC30HD-itself.epsAC adaptor and power cordfig.PSB1U.epsRubber footfig.rubber-foot.eps* The rubber feet

30Appendicesfig.specification-e2.eps* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit ar

31AppendicesConnecting a computer installed with the [VC-30HD RCS] dedicated remote-control software to the USB connector of the VC-30HD enables you r

32Appendicesfig.dimension.eps* When using the holes in the side panel to secure the unit in place, use screws measuring 3 mm in diameter and whose len

33AppendicesCan’t perform format conversionIs a format supported by the VC-30HD being input?The VC-30HD does not support up/down scalling, interlace/p

This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.For EU CountriesThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the

For EU CountriesFor China

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4USING THE UNIT SAFELY002c• Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor...

5USING THE UNIT SAFELY011• Do not allow any objects (e.g., flammable material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind (water, soft drinks, etc.) to pene

6USING THE UNIT SAFELY101b• The unit and the AC adaptor should be located so their location or position does not interfere with their proper ventilati

7IMPORTANT NOTESPower Supply301• Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled b

8IMPORTANT NOTESMaintenance401a• For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remo

9ContentsBefore Using the VC-30HD.............. 10Supported Formats ............