AVMATRIX VS0601U 6-Channel Multi-Format Streaming Video Switcher

Using the Unit Safely

Before using this unit, please read the following warnings and precautions, which provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. To ensure you have gained a good grasp of every feature of your new unit, read this manual. This manual should be saved and kept on hand for further convenient reference.

Warnings and Cautions

• To avoid falling or damage, please do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
• Operate unit only on the specified supply voltage.
• Disconnect power cord by connector only. Do not pull on cable portion.
• Do not place or drop heavy or sharp-edged objects on power cord. A damaged cord can cause fire or electrical shock hazards.
• Regularly check power cord for excessive wear or damage to avoid possible fire / electrical hazards.
• Ensure unit is properly grounded at all times to prevent electrical shock hazard.
• Do not operate unit in hazardous or potentially explosive atmospheres. Doing so could result in fire, explosion, or other dangerous results.
• Do not use this unit in or near water.
• Do not allow liquids, metal pieces, or other foreign materials to enter the unit.
• Handle with care to avoid shocks in transit. Shocks may cause malfunction. When you need to transport the unit, use the original packing materials or alternate adequate packing.
• Do not remove covers, panels, casing, or access circuitry with power applied to the unit! Turn power off and disconnect power cord prior to removal.
• Internal servicing / adjustment of unit should only be performed by qualified personnel.
• Turn off the unit if an abnormality or malfunction occurs. Disconnect everything before moving the unit.

Note: Due to constant effort to improve products and product features, specifications may change without notice.

Brief Introduction

Overview

The VS0601U is a miniature design, metal housing, 6-channel SDI/HDMI multi-format video switcher that allows video switching, audio mixing, and different transition effects. Input signals are auto-detected, while the PGM output can be scaled, making it compatible with more different equipment for more flexible applications. The unit also allows streaming performances and presentations easily through a computer's USB3.0 port. This cost-effective video switcher will be your perfect choice for various event production applications.

Main Features

• 6 channel inputs: 4×SDI & 2×HDMI inputs
• 1×USB type-C output, 2×SDI & 1×HDMI PGM outputs, 1×SDI & 1×HDMI multiview outputs
• Uncompressed capture for live streaming, comply with UVC & UAC
• 1×SDI AUX output, can be selected as PGM or PVW
• Multi-format support, input format auto-detected and PGM outputs selectable
• T-Bar/ AUTO/ CUT transitions
• Mix/ Fade/ Wipe transition effects
• PIP mode size and position adjustable
• Support audio MIXING and AFV mode
• GPIO for Tally, FTB for emergency

Interfaces

Rear Interfaces

The rear panel features the following connections:

• 1. LAN (for update): Network port for firmware updates.
• 2. 3.5mm AUDIO IN/ OUT: Combined audio input and output jack.
• 3. AUDIO OUT: Analog audio output.
• 4. AUDIO IN: Analog audio input.
• 5. HDMI PGM OUT: HDMI output for the Program feed.
• 6. HDMI & SDI MULTIVEW OUT: Outputs for Multiview display via HDMI and SDI.
• 7. SDI AUX OUT: Auxiliary SDI output, selectable as PVW or PGM.
• 7. SDI PGM OUT: SDI output for the Program feed.
• 8. SDI IN: SDI input ports (multiple).
• 9. HDMI IN: HDMI input ports (multiple).
• 10. DC 12V: Power input connector.
• 11. Power Switch: Main power on/off switch.
• 12. SDI AUX OUT (for PVW/PGM): Another auxiliary SDI output, selectable as PVW or PGM.
• 13. USB OUT (for live streaming): USB Type-C output for live streaming.
• 14. GPIO (for tally): General Purpose Input/Output for tally light integration.

Tally PIN Definition

The GPIO port provides tally information. The following table details the PIN definitions:

Specification

Front Control Panel

The front panel provides physical controls for operation:

• 1. PVW:1-6: Selecting the signal source for Preview.
• 2. PGM:1-6: Selecting the signal source for Program.
• 3. MENU: Accesses the menu settings.
• 4. MIXER: Activates the 2-channel audio mixing.
• 5. AFV: Enables Audio Follow Video mode.
• 6. FADE: Selects the Fade transition effect.
• 7. MIX: Selects the Mix transition effect (A/B Dissolve).
• 8. WIPE: Selects Wipe transition effects.
• 9. PIP: Activates Picture-in-Picture mode.
• 10. FTB: Fade to Black, used for emergency transitions.
• 11. AUTO: Performs an automated switch between Program and Preview.
• 12. CUT: Performs a simple immediate switch between Program and Preview.
• 13. T-bar: Manual control for transitions.

Operation Instruction

Multiview Output Layout

The Multiview output displays Program (PGM) and Preview (PVW) feeds, along with other status information. The layout includes:

• Six windows displaying the 6 input signals.
• The level meter of PGM audio is shown only in the multiview.
• SDI/HDMI PGM outputs are without any overlays.
• The lower right corner displays menu and status information.
• Channels CH1 and CH2 indicate the audio sources selected for the audio mixer.
• A real-time Digital or Analog clock is displayed beside the menu information.

PGM/PVW Switching

PGM, PVW Channel Selection

The buttons labeled 1-6 under PVW and PGM correspond to the 6 input windows shown in the multiview layout. When a PGM button is selected, its LED turns red, indicating the chosen Program source. When a PVW button is selected, its LED turns green, indicating the chosen Preview source.

In the multiview display, the selected PGM source is indicated by a red border, while the selected PVW source is indicated by a green border. For example, to switch the PGM source to SDI 1 and the PVW source to SDI 2, you would press the PGM '1' button (turning it red) and the PVW '2' button (turning it green).

Transition Control

The video switcher offers two types of transition control: transitions without effects and transitions with effects.

1. Transition without Effects: The CUT button performs a simple, immediate switch between Preview and Program views. This is a seamless switch with no delay, and transition effects like WIPE, MIX, or FADE are not used.
2. Transition with Effects:
   • AUTO: Performs an automated switch between Preview and Program views. The timing of the transition is determined by a selected speed setting. The chosen transition effect (WIPE, MIX, or FADE) is also applied.
   • T-Bar Manual Transition: Similar to AUTO, but offers more flexibility as the transition timing depends on the speed of manual T-bar movement.

FTB (Fade to Black)

Pressing the FTB button fades the current video Program source to black. The button will flash to indicate it is active. Pressing the button again reverses the effect, transitioning from black back to the currently selected Program video source, and the button stops flashing. FTB is typically used for emergency situations.

Note: If the PGM window displays black and remains black even after a transition, check if the FTB button is flashing. Press the button again when it is flashing to stop the black screen.

Transition Effects

MIX Transition

Pressing the MIX button selects a basic A/B dissolve for the next transition. When the button's LED turns on, it is active. Use the T-Bar or AUTO button to perform the transition. The MIX transition effect is a gradual blend between two sources.

WIPE Transition

A WIPE transition replaces one source with another by moving a boundary across the screen. Pressing the WIPE button activates this mode. There are typically 8 WIPE selections available, allowing transitions from different directions. For example, selecting a specific wipe pattern and then using the T-Bar or AUTO button executes the transition. An 'INV' button is available to reverse the wipe direction.

FADE Transition

A FADE transition gradually transitions from one source to another, typically involving a fade to black or a dissolve between sources. Press the FADE button and use the T-Bar or AUTO button to operate the FADE transition.

Audio Mixer Setting

Audio Description

This video switcher supports audio mixing and features 1 channel of 3.5mm Stereo audio and 1 channel of RCA(L/R) analog audio input & output. It also handles 4 channels of SDI embedded audio.

USB3.0 Live Streaming

The USB3.0 streaming output transmits the Program (PGM) feed as an uncompressed Video and Audio signal. This output is based on UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB Audio Class) standards, meaning no additional drivers are required for installation. After installation in the operating system, the relevant video and audio devices will appear in the Windows Device Manager:

• Under Imaging Devices: AVMATRIX USB Capture Video
• Under Audio inputs and outputs: AVMATRIX USB Capture Audio

Use third-party video media players like PotPlayer, OBS, or Windows Media Player to play and store the captured video content.

Menu Setting

SDI PGM/ AUX and Multiview Output Format

The output format for Multiview is fixed at 1080p60. The PGM output format can be set using the control knob. In addition to PVW and PGM outputs, there is an AUX output that can be quickly selected between PVW and PGM via the Menu knob. The default setting for AUX after a reset is PGM.

Selectable resolutions for SDI/HDMI PGM and AUX outputs include 1080P 50/60/30/25/24Hz and 1080I 50/60Hz.

Audio Setting

The switcher includes 1 channel L/R analog audio input & output and 1 channel 3.5mm stereo audio input and output. It supports both Audio Follow Video (AFV) mode and audio mixing mode.

Mixing Mode

Press the MIXER button to set the audio mode to mixing. Within the audio menu, users can select audio sources for 2-channel mixing from IN1/ IN2/ IN3/ IN4/ IN5 / IN6/ Phone/ RCA IN.

AFV Mode

Press the AFV button to enable the Audio Follow Video mode. In this mode, the audio is derived from the embedded audio of the Program video source. The master fader (the left one) controls the audio volume.

PIP Mode

When the PIP button is pressed, a small image (Picture-in-Picture) will be displayed in the top left corner of the PVW window. The menu will then enter an interface for adjusting PIP settings. The size, position, and border of the PIP window can be configured from this menu.

Main Menu Setting

If the STATUS menu is not selected, pressing the MENU button directly enters the main menu. If an item within a submenu is selected, rotate the MENU button counter-clockwise to exit the choice and then press the MENU button to enter the main menu.

System Settings

Within System Settings, users can switch the system language between English and Chinese. Additionally, the real-time clock display can be toggled between Analog and Digital formats.

To synchronize the switcher's clock with a PC:

1. Connect the video switcher to a PC.
2. Download the time control software from the AVMATRIX official website (www.avmatrix.net/download/).
3. Open the software, click 'Scan' to search for and connect to the device. The clock time will then be updated to match the PC's time.

Network Settings

Network

There are two methods for acquiring an IP address: Dynamic (IP configured by router) and Static (manual IP configuration). Select the desired method using the knob menu. The default setting is Dynamic.

• Dynamic: Connect the video switcher to a router with DHCP features. The switcher will automatically obtain an IP address. Ensure the video switcher and PC are on the same local area network.
• Static: Select this method when the PC does not have DHCP. Connect the video switcher to the PC via a network cable. Set the PC's IP address to the same IP range as the video switcher (default IP: 192.168.1.215), or set the video switcher's IP address to match the PC's IP range.

NetMask

Set the NetMask. The default setting is 255.255.255.0.

GateWay

Set the GateWay according to the current IP address. Save the configuration after completing network settings.