Roland V-1SDI 4-Channel HD Video Switchersupports HD-only video signals over three of its inputs and can support SD, HD, and computer video formats up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) at 60 Hz on its fourth. It supports progressive and interlaced material, internally converting the interlaced footage to progressive for processing. Featuring a preview, program, and multiview output, you can easily monitor all your inputs at once on the multiview while isolating your preview and program screens.

The HDMI inputs and multiview output are HDCP compliant, while the SDI inputs and SDI preview and program outputs support SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, and 259M-C. You can control the unit via the built-in RS-232 port, or via a PC using the USB connection. Eight memory functions enable you to recall specific setups, which makes it easier to get up and running when the switcher is shared among different productions. Built-in features include image freeze and output fades.

3 x SDI Inputs, 2 x HDMI Inputs    Internal I to P Processing    Multiview HDMI Output    HDCP Compliant    USB and RS-232 Remote Control Ports    Eight Memory Functions    Freeze Input, and Output Fades

The switcher handles four video inputs, up to three SDI and up to two HDMI. Inputs 1 to 3 are SDI, with input 3 shared between SDI and HDMI with support for HD video formats. Input 4 is HDMI-only and, in addition to supporting HD video, also supports SD and computer formats.

The switcher supports analog audio in, as well as mic input with or without plug-in power.

• Transition: Cut, Mix (Dissolve/Fam/Nam/Mosaic), Wipe (30 types)
• Composition: PiP, Split, Quad, DSK (Luminance key, Chroma key)

EQ, Delay, Compressor, HPF, Gate, Reverb, Mastering effect

This output can display all active inputs on the same screen via the HDMI output.

• The built-in memory function allows the memorization and convenient recall of panel settings, such as effect assignment to each button. The memory stores up to eight configurations and keeps stored settings, even with the power off
• Freeze video input
• Fade audio output
• Fade video to white or black

The V-1SDI HDMI inputs and outputs are HDCP compliant.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this witcher with composite video out, like the one on datavideo se-500

A: Hello, No, BNC connector on the SE-500 is for a Composite signal input. Our SE-1200MU switcher is a HD switcher that accepts HD-SDI or HDMI signals. It is compatible with Composite output from a consumer camera.

Q: 2. Can I use Chromo key AS WELL AS make that input to become the PiP? Basically I want a PiP window that comes in with Chroma and remove the chroma green background. In the demo video I saw the PiP and Chroma explained on two different inputs. But what I want is BOTH the PiP and Chroma Key effects to be applied on the very same input. Can I do it? Thanks.

A: No, unfortunately you won't be able to do that with our SE-1200MU switcher. You would need a 2 M/E switcher to have two different keys on one layer.

Q: 3. How can I use to be controlled by the pc or where to find the software?

A: You can download the PC control software within the Firmware folder, which you can download from the SE-1200MU page on a href= http://www.resource.datavideo.com/firmware/Datavideo_SE-1200%20Controller%20Small%20v1.3.0.8.zip target= _blank http://www.resource.datavideo.com/firmware/Datavideo_SE-1200%20Controller%20Small%20v1.3.0.8.zip/a

Q: 4. Does the mixer have an option to turn on/off HDCP?

A: We're afraid not. This switcher does not offer HDCP controls, you will not be able to connect HDCP compatible products to it. Instead you could look at the Roland V-1HD Portable 4 x HDMI Input Switcher, which allows for HDCP compliance to be enabled. https://bhpho.to/2gRuG3C

Q: 5. Can you plug a laptop directly into an input and will the mixer properly recognize the signal?

A: How well the signal will be recognized will depend on the computer itself, but that being said you should be able to connect a computer to this switcher through HDMI. It is possible.

Q: 6. Does this unit make noticeable fan noise? I found the Roland V-1HD and BlackMagic ATEM Television HD (latest) they all have loud noise and did not work for my quiet studio and now I am looking at this unit. Thank you.

A: According to Datavideo: The unit has a single 2 fan in the back, its rather quiet, but I do not have any comparative testing to back that up.In a recessed equipment rack you probably would not hear it however, it seems that the customer has a single room studio without a control room. What I can say is weve never picked up any fan noise when recording our product videos featuring the 1200.

Q: 7. Does This Have PIP in it? Because I'm really liking this one than the Blackmagic Switchers out there, I'm comparing it to the Datavideo SE-2200 Which has the same 6 channel inputs but that one has a little bit of advantage than this one. I.E 2x PIP and the Overlay Thing. So does this have a PIP then?

A: Yes it does, the Datavideo SE-1200MU does offer a Picture-In-Picture effect.

Q: 8. where do you record the video?

A: The Datavideo SE-1200MU has SDI outputs that you can use with recording devices. The Atomos Samurai Blade is a nice option to record directly to a Solid State Drive. You can also look in to an H.264 encoder for both recording and streaming, such as the Datavideo NVS-25.

Q: 9. Can I use SE 900 control panel for SE-1200MU switcher?

A: No, unfortunately SE-900 control panel is not compatible with the SE-1200MU switcher. SE-1200MU has a control panel, RMC-260, that you can purchase. Thanks!

Q: 10. Do all of the video inputs need to be of the same resolution/frame rate with this switcher (like Blackmagic ATEM products)?

A: Yes. The resolution of the switcher can be easily changed in the menu setting, but all video formats need to be the same. Datavideo does offer the DAC-70 as a cross converter which would be able to change your video source to the proper resolution.