Datavideo SE-4500 4K Pro Studio Switcher

Master the Broadcast Datavideo SE-4500 12G 4K Production System

The Datavideo SE-4500 4K Pro Studio Switcher sets a new standard for high-end live production by condensing an entire broadcast rack into a unified, single-operator power station. Designed for large studios, live events, and professional broadcasting, this flagship system features native 12G 4K processing, intuitive touchscreen control, and precision joystick operation.

By seamlessly integrating seven essential capabilities—camera control, multi-source switching, multi-view monitoring, CG graphics, lip-sync audio mixing, onboard recording, and broadcast-grade streaming—the SE-4500 replaces complex multi-device setups. It eliminates signal latency and cable clutter, delivering unmatched production efficiency and a modernized studio architecture in one platform.

Switching
4K video switching and pro video effects, such as chromakey, lumakey, stinger transitions, PIP and more.

Camera Control
Professional PTZ control system supporting up to 24 cameras via DVIP® or 8 via RS-422.

Monitoring
Designed for effortless setup, featuring dual-screen multiview and an easy-to-use touchscreen interface.

Audio Level Monitoring & LipSync Correlation
Built-in audio mixer with precise delay calibration and balanced XLR connectivity to ensure perfect synchronization.

Recording
Captures the full production and saves it in standard formats such as MP4 for easy editing and reposting.

Streaming
Dual-platform streaming to reach different audience groups.

All-in-One 4K Production Studio
Datavideo SE-4500 is an all-in-one 4K production studio, it's designed to provide users with a comprehensive solution for producing and broadcasting content in 4K resolution.

The SE-4500 combines features such as video switchers, audio mixers, monitor, recorder, and streaming encoder into a single integrated platform, making it easier for users to create high-quality content without needing to assemble a complex setup from various individual production devices.

Recording and Live Streaming
The SE-4500 features easy-to-use recording and live streaming encoders. This functionality enables simultaneous live broadcasting and recording of high-quality MP4 files with audio-video synchronization. This dual capability is ideal for archiving and post-event editing.

High-Quality Video Support
The switcher supports video resolutions of up to 4K at 60 frames per second (FPS). This high-resolution capability ensures that the output video quality is crisp and detailed, suitable for professional-level productions.

Intuitive Touchscreen and Physical Buttons
In addition to traditional physical buttons, the switcher features a 10-inch touchscreen with customizable icons. This touchscreen interface provides intuitive control over various functions and settings, enhancing user experience and ease of operation.

Versatile Video Inputs
The SE-4500 can accept video inputs from various sources, including PCs, multimedia players with HDMI 2.0 output, and 12G-SDI cameras. This versatility allows for seamless integration of different devices and sources into the production workflow.

True 12G 4K 50/60 Video Production Switcher
Support UHD 4K60/50p signals on inputs and outputs. It also has built-in input scaler, for up conversion on each available input.

Multiple Interfaces for All Video Types
Fully equipped with various I/O's that accept UHD 4K 50/60p videos from sources such as PCs with an HDMI 2.0 output port, multimedia players, and 12G-SDI ENG style cameras. Upon connection, the 10-bit broadcast quality video will be displayed instantaneously at no expense of resolution, speed and frame rate.

Seamless HD to 4K Conversion for Maximum Flexibility
The Datavideo 4000 series switcher offers ultimate versatility in modern production environments, featuring built-in upscaling and downscaling conversion capabilities. Whether your sources are in Full HD or Ultra HD, the SE-4500 ensures seamless interoperability by automatically converting input and output signals between 1080p and 2160p (4K) formats.

This powerful conversion capability enables users to seamlessly mix and match HD and 4K cameras, media players, and other video sources, without worrying about signal compatibility or resolution mismatches. The Datavideo 4000 series switcher intelligently upscales HD inputs to 4K for pristine output quality, while also downscaling 4K sources to HD when needed—perfect for streaming or recording in different resolutions.

12-Channel Application Built upon an 8 Video Switching Design
Responsive and seamless interface switching between 12G SDI and HDMI 2.0 on four shared channels. By upgrading from 8 channels to a 12 channel machine, it adds greater versatility to your hardware connections and more possibilities to live program production.

Plug-and-Play
There is no need to install the driver to connect with the laptop. The images and videos can be directly input to the switcher through the HDMI interface of the laptop.

Dual 10-inch Screen for Complete Monitoring and Visual Control
The system features two built-in 10-inch displays. One touchscreen is for menu and system control, while the other is for PGM switching and multiview monitoring. The entire workflow can be managed without external monitors.

With flexible AUX routing, the system supports multiple monitoring and output needs, ensuring clear and stable real-time monitoring.

Centralized Touch Control Panel
The SE-4500 features a dedicated 10-inch touchscreen that puts complete production control at your fingertips. Seamlessly manage AI auto-tracking settings, recall camera preset positions, fine-tune audio levels, and configure system parameters — all from a single intuitive interface. Designed for fast, accurate operation under live production pressure, the touch panel eliminates complex menu navigation and keeps your workflow smooth and uninterrupted.

Intuitive One-Button-One-Function
With an intuitive and easy-to-understand operating interface, you can effortlessly achieve various broadcasting effects without complicated compound key commands. This includes multi-step and multi-effect arrangements, which can be combined into a single button using User Memory. Moreover, with the User Image Swap function, you can update the corresponding icons, clearly indicating the pre-stored effect of each button. Professional functions are clear at a glance and ready to be activated with just one touch.

More Multiview Layouts
Datavideo 4000 series video switcher offers 6 different multiview layouts for monitoring. These layouts likely provide users with flexibility in arranging and viewing multiple video sources simultaneously, enhancing the overall usability of the video switcher for various production setups.

Picture-In-Picture Frames with Unique 3D Borders
Create 2 picture-in-picture frames that can be active at the same time. Picture-in-picture frames are fully adjustable in size and position and have various border options including unique 3D borders.

Varieties of 3D PIP Configurations
The two built-in PIP windows can be overlaid on one another. In addition to the default corner places, you can further change the window's size, position and display ratio. You can also crop the window to make it square.

By adding a shaded border, you will then be able to fully generate an advanced 3D PIP window with a self-defined border color.

WIPE Transition Effects
There is a total of 64 wipe transition effects designed for different TV programs. The WIPE transition is a very crucial element in program production. The SE-4000 provides 64 eye- catching WIPE effects with configurable border color and width. The border can be further softened to make the WIPE effect unique.

Still Image Thumbnails
With up to 250 storage slots (4K), you can freely store program sequence images, various scene materials, full-size logo images, school emblems, departmental images, and more. During program production, you can capture captivating scenes, save them, and use them as a treasure trove for creating your programs.

Lumakey, Chromakey, Linear Key and Downstream Key
Commonly used lumakey and chromakey, montage linear key and the topmost downstream key layer are crucial elements to upgrading the video program quality.

They not only boost the professionalism of your video, they are also easy to use. With a customized combination of these four keyers, they add elegance to your program by generating advanced video effects.

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