Roland adds a powerful “Video Scan” converter to its recent VC-1 range

The VC-1-SC provides uncompromised image quality while maintaining the original video characteristics with super-blacks and super-whites. One of its advantages is that errors do not appear in the signal as in other types of converters.

Roland Systems Group has just added the new VC-1-SC model to its powerful line of VC-1 converters. The VC-1 range, recently presented at NAB 2013, responds to market demand for high-quality converters for audio and video productions, as well as post-production and fixed installations. The New VC-1-SC is an Up/Down Cross/Scan to SDI/HDMI converter with Frame Sync.

Video devices that accept uncompressed signals such as SDI or HDMI have become very common in live productions and as a result, the need for video conversion is essential. The Roland VC-1-SC video converter is ideal for live productions where there are both analog and digital sources that need to be converted to a specific SDI or HDMI, aspect ratio, frame rate or input type. The versatility of this converter supports a variety of configurations for live productions and installations making it invaluable in a multitude of situations.

The VC-1-SC provides uncompromised image quality while maintaining the original video characteristics with super-blacks and super-whites. Errors do not appear in the signal as in other types of converters. The unit also incorporates a re-clocker to compensate for attenuation of SDI signals allowing longer cable runs. The VC-1-SC also supports both Level A and B of 3G-SDI allowing the connection of a variety of high-end SDI devices. Selectable audio embedding and de-embedding allows different signals to be routed to or from video devices.

The VC-1-SC shares the build quality; 2mm thick aluminum and connectors anchored to the chassis, than the entire VC-1 range. Unlike the VC-1-SH, VC-1-HS and VC-1-DL models which convert transparently and losslessly, the VC-1-SC is not completely transparent due to its scaling and frame rate changing functionalities.

The VC-1-SC is featured at InfoComm (Orlando) at booth #1458.

Main features

• In/Out 3G (Nivel A y B)/HD/SD SDI
• In/Out HDMI
• In RGB/Components
• In Composite
• Supports HDCP
• Frame Synchronizer and built-in scaler
• Up/Down/Cross Conversion, Frame Rate, I/P, and Aspect Ratio
• Audio Embedding o De-Embedding
• PC/Mac Control App (VC-1 RCS) for more detailed control of settings

Other VC-1 Series Converters

• Roland VC-1-DL

In live productions, the more video components are added to the signal stream, the more latency is introduced. The VC-1-DL not only allows bidirectional SDI/HDMI conversion but also provides frame sync and delay adjustment of up to 9 fields (4.5 frames) for audio and video independently. This is especially useful for keeping several different types of cameras synchronized or for synchronizing projectors with LED screens. This makes the VC-1-DL an indispensable tool in any live production, broadcast or recording.

• Roland VC-1-HS

The use of HDMI cameras in live productions has increased. To do this, the VC-1-HS converts, extends and embeds audio from HDMI to SDI. This converter is especially complementary alongside the Roland V-1600HD and Roland V-800HD multi-format video mixers when you want to use their SDI inputs for HDMI cameras.

• Roland VC-1-SH

The cost of SDI monitoring can sometimes be prohibitive for certain applications. The VC-1-SH converter allows you to convert an SDI signal to an HDMI signal providing a more cost-effective monitoring solution. This converter is also complementary to the Roland V-40HD multi-format video mixer when you want to connect an SDI source.