Datavideo SE-900 Video Switcher

The switcher accepts a mix of 8 input cards for DV, SDI, DVI, YUV and Composite. Outputs include DV, SDI, Composite, Component and S-video. Each input has a frame synchronizer and TBC. Preview functions include a YUV/Composite multi-image output with "next source" and "next effect" so you can see how it looks before your audience does. The SE-900 caters to the DV and SDI formats by including an audio delay for DV, and an optional audio embedder for the SDI stream.

The SE-900 is sold as a stand alone, 2-piece switcher with monitors, monitor racks and cases, or as part of mobile studio packages. It is available preconfigured for different inputs.

SE-900 Features:

Video Connections

• Input: up to 8 inputs with a choice of SDI, DV, DVI, component (Y:U:V), S-Video (Y/C) & Composite
• Output: SDI, DV, YUV, S-Video and/or Composite. 2 multi-image preview outputs. (1) Normal is the next source preview. Pressing the "Preview" key shows the next effect. (2) Multi-image output - composite and component video.

• Input: both balanced XRL and RCA with audio delay for perfect sync with DV or SDI video sources
• Output: one balanced XLR +/- 12Vp-p, 1 RCA stereo

Control Connections

• GPI and RS-232/RS-422 control interface

• Main unit: 12V 10A DC operation 110/220 power supply and cord included
• Control panel: 12V 1.2A DC operation 110/220 power supply and cord included

• Built in frame synchronizer and TBC for each channel, no external gunlock is required for flicker free switching between all 8 inputs – in any format.
• Voice sync - audio delayed to minus 17 frames
• Picture-in-Picture (two fixed sizes, able to move from off-screen to off-screen)
• Joystick control can work with either RGB color correction (white balance) or position for the PIP or Mosaic effect
• Embedded SDI audio
• Multi-image preview panel allows the producer to monitor all live sources as well as Program & Next source
• SDI overlay card pre-installed - use with any SDI-based character generator with a downstream keyer (DSK)
• Easy titling with Datavideo's CG-100 Character Generator
• Color processor - white balance for each input. Last settings saved at power down.
• Digital effects - Over 50 digital effects (including 15 transitions with borders) with six speeds, plus 6 special effects
• Logo overlay included - use 24-bit RGB 96x24 bitmap image or input source
• Eight tally outputs, red/yellow LED tally lights included (can control tally lights on TLM-404 directly)
• Audio may be embedded in the SDI stream
• GPI input trigger controls up to 10 pre-programmed effects in sequence
• One optional chromakey channel - can accept four foreground inputs, four background inputs and four chromakey settings. Internal chromakey switcher allows for glitch-free switching between the four sources and backgrounds. Background and foreground selection is through the inputs to the switcher.
• Separate control panel and 19" rack-mountable CPU

• Length 13.8 in          Length 350 mm
• Width 16.9 in           Width 430 mm
• Height 6.9 in             Height 176 mm
• Weight 25.1 lbs        Weight 11.4 kg

• One 4ft (1.22m) 9-pin to 9-pin male to female serial cable
• One 4ft (1.22m) 9-pin to 9-pin male to male serial cable
• Two 4ft (1.22m) 15-pin to 15-pin male to female serial cables
• Two 5ft (1.5m) RCA cables
• Six 4ft (1.22m) BNC cables
• Main unit: 12V 10A DC operation 110/220 power supply and cord included
• Control panel: 12V 1.2A DC operation 110/220 power supply and cord included

Q: How do I change the size of the blocks inside the mosaic box?
A: Press the "mosaic" button to enable the blocks. Press "Position Control" button under the joystick. In the transition section, press either the large square box button or the smaller button to increase or decrease the block area (These buttons are next to the AB button). Press the speed key to increase or decrease the block distortion size.

Q: I want to make a longer serial cable to extend the distance from my SE-900 controller to the switcher. What type of cable is required?
A: A standard db-9 (pin to pin) male to female cable can be used. Do not use a cross pin type db-9 cable. When extending the distance of the controller, we recommend using the included power supply to provide power to the controller.