General
Q: What type of internal processing does the SE-900 have?
The SE-900 has 8-bit internal processing.
Q: Does the SE-900 support high definition signals?
No, the SE-900 only supports standard definition signals.
Q: How do I change the size of the blocks inside the mosaic box?
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 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.
Q: Will the optional SDI output card embed audio from the SE-900’s analog XLR input?
Yes, the optional SDI output card will embed audio from the analog XLR input.
Q: Can we mix between DV sources and Analog sources?
Yes, the SE-900/MS-900 can actively switch between any of the available input sources.
Q: Can I mix different signal types, for example source #1 is S-video, source #2 is composite and source #3 is DV?
Yes, the SE-900/MS-900 can mix multiple signal types and even color correct each input, so they will look uniform when you switch between them.
Q: Are all of the SE-900/MS-900 video signal outputs active at the same time?
Yes, all signal outputs are active at the same time, so even if your incoming signal is from composite, you will be able to output a DV signal.
Q: Does the SE-900 output PST (Video CPST on the BNC) at the same time it outputs the Multiviewer on DVI?
A: Yes, the PST will output a composite full screen next source preview, while the Multiview outputs are active.
Q: Is the SD card with LOGOS on Control Card used for Firmware Update as well?
A: Yes, the same card is used for both applications.
Q: Can I safely remove this card without affecting the SE-900 and load the new LOGOS on it, then reinstall the card?
A: Yes, the card can be hot swapped.
Troubleshooting
Q: How can I convert my SE-900 from NTSC to PAL?
Please click HERE to download the instructions on how to convert the SE-900 from NTSC to PAL.
Q: How do I setup 16:9 widescreen output on the SE-900/MS-900?
In the SE-900 menu, select option 3: “Video Out”, and then change the “Aspect ratio to 16:9”.


i am failing to output a picture form se 900, the PGM and PST monitors are displaying green.
Hi Chris, If the final program output card is showing green, please make sure the color corrector has not added the green hue. If the hue does not disappear after the color corrector has been reset, then you will need to contact our technicians for support with your switcher.
To expedite support please contact us via our technical support form:
http://www.datavideo.us/index.php?option=com_rsform&formId=9&Itemid=99999
Is there a VGA output option for the SE-900?
Hi Phil,
No, the SE-900 doesn’t have a VGA output.