Page 3 - Check the Included Items; AC adaptor and power cord
3 Check the Included Items The VC-30HD itself fig.VC30HD-itself.eps AC adaptor and power cord fig.PSB1U.eps Rubber foot fig.rubber-foot.eps * The rubber feet are arranged onto one pad. Remove each one from the pad if you wish to install them. * Attach the included rubber feet as needed. Refer to “Ab...
Page 4 - USING THE UNIT SAFELY
4 USING THE UNIT SAFELY 002c • Do not open (or modify in any way) the unit or its AC adaptor. ....................................................................................................................... 003 • Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace parts within it (except when this ...
Page 7 - IMPORTANT NOTES; Power Supply
7 IMPORTANT NOTES Power Supply 301 • Do not connect this unit to same electrical outlet that is being used by an electrical appliance that is controlled by an inverter (such as a refrigerator, washing machine, microwave oven, or air conditioner), or that contains a motor. Depending on the way in whi...
Page 8 - Maintenance; About Intellectual Property Rights
8 IMPORTANT NOTES Maintenance 401a • For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth impreg-nated with a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Afterwards, be sure to wipe the unit thoroughly with a soft, dry c...
Page 9 - Contents
9 Contents Before Using the VC-30HD .................................................... 10 Supported Formats .................................................................................................... 10About Rubber Feet ........................................................................
Page 10 - Before Using the VC-30HD; Supported Formats
10 Before Using the VC-30HD The VC-30HD supports the following formats. fig.conversion-table.eps * The output frame rate will be the same as the input frame rate. The VC-30HD does not support up/down scalling, interlace/progressive (I/P) conversion, or frame rate conversion. The [OUTPUT FORMAT] indi...
Page 11 - Turning the Power On and Off; About Cord Hook; Connecting the AC Adapter
11 Turning the Power On and Off Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator (see illustration) faces upwards and the side with textual information faces downwards. * The indicator will light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. fig.connect-PSB1U.eps About Cord Hook To prevent the ...
Page 12 - About Ground Terminal; Turning the Power On
12 Turning the Power On and Off About Ground Terminal Depending on the circumstances of a particular setup, you may experience a discomforting sensation, or perceive that the surface feels gritty to the touch when you touch this device, video equipment connected to it, or the metal portions of other...
Page 13 - Deactivating AUTO OFF; About AUTO OFF
13 Turning the Power On and Off The power to the VC-30HD is switched off automatically when four hours have elapsed with no input of video or audio signals (factory default). When this happens, the VC-30HD does not function even though the POWER switch is at [ON]. To turn on the power again, first s...
Page 14 - Names of Things and What They Do; VIDEO INPUT indicators; AUDIO INPUT indicators; SENS dial; Front Panel
14 Names of Things and What They Do fig.front-panel.eps For information on button operations, refer to “Button operations” (p. 17). For information on source and output-format settings, refer to “Converting Signals” (p. 26). 1. VIDEO INPUT indicators These set and display the source. Use this button...
Page 15 - connector
15 Names of Things and What They Do 6. S-VIDEO connector Connect an S-Video source here. 7. HDMI connector Connect an HDMI source here. * Version 1.3, with Deep Color support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is not supported for HDMI input on the VC-30HD. 8. i.LINK input connector Co...
Page 16 - switch; Rear Panel
16 Names of Things and What They Do fig.rear-panel.eps 1. POWER switch This turns the VC-30HD’s power on and off. 2. DC IN connector This is for connecting the included AC adapter. 3. USB connector Connect a computer or other USB equipment as an output-destination device. 4. i.LINK OUT connector Con...
Page 17 - About Button Operations
17 Names of Things and What They Do The buttons switch the modes for [VIDEO INPUT], [OUTPUT FORMAT], and [AUDIO INPUT]. If the buttons are difficult to press, use a pen tip or the like to press them. 1. Check the current mode. Check the [VIDEO INPUT], [OUTPUT FORMAT], and [AUDIO INPUT] indicators. *...
Page 18 - Connecting External Equipment
18 Connecting External Equipment You can connect external equipment as shown below. * To prevent malfunction and/or damage to other devices, always turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. fig.connection-example.eps This unit is equipped with balanced XLR type jacks. Wiring d...
Page 19 - Connecting a Video Camera; Connecting Video Sources; Making a Component Connection
19 Connecting External Equipment Use appropriate cables and plugs to connect your video sources. For information on source selection, refer to “Converting Analog Input” (p. 26). When making a component connection, use all three [COMPOSITE/COMPONENT] connectors. Connecting a Video Camera Connect the ...
Page 20 - Making a Composite Connection
20 Connecting External Equipment Making a Composite Connection Connect composite output from a video camera or video mixer to the [COMPOSITE/COMPONENT] connector on the front panel. * When making a composite connection, use only the [VIDEO/Y] connector. * When BNC/RCA conversion is needed, use an ad...
Page 21 - Making an HDMI Connection
21 Connecting External Equipment Connect a video camera or other device provided with HDMI output to the [HDMI] connector on the front panel. For information on the source selection, refer to “Converting HDMI Input” (p. 27). HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is not supported for HDMI ...
Page 22 - Making a RCA Connection; Connecting Audio Sources; Making an Analog Connection
22 Connecting External Equipment Use analog connectors for the audio sources. For information on the source selection, refer to “Audio Source Settings” (p. 28). * When connection cables with resistors are used, the volume level of equipment connected to the inputs may be low. If this happens, use co...
Page 23 - PEAK indicator; Making a Digital Connection
23 Connecting External Equipment Use [AES/EBU] connector on the rear panel for your digital audio source. For information on the source selection, refer to “Audio Source Settings” (p. 28). * The standard supported by the VC-30HD is AES3 (16 to 24 bits, 32 to 48 kHz, 2 channels). fig.connect-AES-EBU....
Page 24 - Supported Operating System; Connecting Output Equipment; Connecting an i.LINK Device
24 Connecting External Equipment The format of i.LINK output and USB output cannot be set independently. The format set using [OUTPUT FORMAT] applies to both i.LINK and USB output. Connect a computer or video deck via i.LINK. Use an i.LINK cable to connect the computer or video deck to the [i.LINK O...
Page 25 - Connecting a Timecode Source
25 Connecting External Equipment You can input a timecode from a source device simultaneously with digital audio. Use an XLR cable to connect the source device to the [TIMECODE] connector on the rear panel. * The standard supported by the VC-30HD is SMPTE 12M (LTC). fig.connect-TC-source.eps At this...
Page 26 - Converting Signals; Converting from Component; Converting Analog Input
26 Converting Signals Signals input to the VC-30HD are output from the i.LINK connector and USB connector on the rear panel. Use the button at [OUTPUT FORMAT] to select the output format. The VC-30HD does not support up/down scalling, interlace/progressive (I/P) conversion, or frame- rate conversion...
Page 27 - Converting HDMI Input
27 Converting Signals When HDMI has been selected for the source, you can select the settings described below for audio output. • [HDMI] Audio contained in the HDMI signal is output. • [HDMI+AUDIO] The audio signal contained in the HDMI signal is canceled, and the audio source selected using [AUDIO ...
Page 28 - Audio Source Settings
28 Converting Signals Use the button in the [AUDIO INPUT] section on the front panel and the selector switch on the rear panel to select the audio source. Possible selections are shown below. fig.audio-source-select.eps [RCA] + [ANALOG] The [AUDIO (L/R)] connectors on the front panel are enabled. [R...
Page 29 - Appendices; Main Specifications
29 Appendices fig.specification-e1.eps Main Specifications Codec HDV Video Format Audio Format MPEG-2 Video, 8 bits, 4:2:01440 x 1080/59.94i, 50i, 23.98p (25Mbps)1280 x 720/59.94p, 50p (18.3Mbps)720 x 480/59.94p, 720 x 576/50p (18Mbps) MPEG-1 Audio Layer 2, 16 bits/48kHz, 2ch (384Kbps) Video Format ...
Page 31 - About Remote Control
31 Appendices Connecting a computer installed with the [VC-30HD RCS] dedicated remote-control software to the USB connector of the VC-30HD enables you remotely control the unit from your computer. Download [VC-30HD RCS] from the following Roland website. http://www.rolandsystemsgroup.net/ fig.RCS-sc...
Page 32 - Dimensions
32 Appendices fig.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 length is no more than 8 mm from the surface of the side panel. Dimensions 7 Unit : mm 189.6 11.8 41.8 146
Page 33 - Can’t perform format conversion; The audio level is too high/too low; Troubleshooting
33 Appendices Can’t perform format conversion Is a format supported by the VC-30HD being input? The VC-30HD does not support up/down scalling, interlace/progressive (I/P) conversion, or frame rate conversion. The [OUTPUT FORMAT] indicators flash when the input and output formats are not compatible. ...
Page 34 - NOTICE; FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION; WARNING
This product complies with the requirements of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. For EU Countries This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat rie...
