Roland V-1HD 4-channel HD Video Switcher With 4 HDMI Inputs, 2 HDMI Outputs

Manufacturer’s Description

The V-1HD makes it easy to connect and switch video cameras, smart phones, computers, tablets, Blu-ray players and other HDMI video sources with a simple push of a button or slide of the T-Fader.

System Program Version 2.0

System Program Version 2.0 is a free update for the popular V-1HD HDMI video switcher including the companion Remote Control Software version 2.0 for Windows & MacOS. Version 2.0 expands Picture in Picture effects with a new 1/3 sizing option. Turn on Auto Scan for hands free switching. Numerous user interface improvements include viewing audio level meters on the multi-viewer, panel lock and quickly reset system values by holding the WIPE button.

4 HDMI Inputs

• The V-1HD has 4 HDMI input connectors compatible with a variety of equipment.
• The V-1HD supports 1080p/1080i/720p video resolutions.
• Devices outputting the same resolution can be input regardless of what type of device they are.
• HDTV Camera
• Action Camera
• PC/Mac
• Smart Phone/Tablet
• Blu-ray Disc Player
• Both progressive and interlace signals can be input allowing for both 1080i and 1080p signals to be used at the same time.
• Video signals input from a PC are accurately displayed thanks to progressive signal processing.
• HDCP is supported for input of copy protected content from devices such as Blu-ray disc players.

Easy-to-use Interface

• Large back-lit buttons for intuitive video switching even in low light conditions.
• Red lit buttons indicate the current source being output.
• Green lit button is for the video that will be output on the next transition.
• If a button is not lit, then there is no video being input to that channel.
• Broadcast style Preview/Program switching for professional results.
• The TRANSFORMER buttons can be used for switching the video instantly or applying effects.
• There are 11 options for the operation of the buttons.
• There are three buttons for applying transition effects, CUT, MIX (4 types) and WIPE (30 types).
• Auto scan function switches the video automatically across the four video inputs.
• By using the T-Fader and BPM SYNC button, you can deliver visuals synced to a music performance.
• You can save or recall up to 8 presets using the MEMORY button.
• Use the FREEZE button to temporarily pause the incoming video.
• Output fade function makes the output video fade to black or white.

Full Audio Mixer Included

• Included is a 12ch digital audio mixer.
• In addition to 4 stereo audio inputs from the HDMI ports, the V-1HD also supports a stereo line level input and a mic level input.
• Every channel is equipped with a delay function to synchronize the video and the audio.*The maximum delay time is 500ms.
• Audio follow function enables the audio to transit along with the video.
• Reverb function and mastering function used for adjusting sound quality and volume are also supported.
• With audio output jacks you can send the audio mix to a PA system or record it on an external device.

Two HDMI Outputs

Four-way multi-view preview screen shows every input source (non-drop frame).
A red border shows the video currently being output and a green one indicates the video to be output next.
There are three types of view modes available for the preview output which are Multi-view, Output (as a program output) and Preview.
On-screen display can be turned on or off.

Easy to Operate with Hardware Controls

• Basic operations can be done by operating the buttons and the T-Fader on the unit.
• To make detailed settings you just need to connect a monitor to the preview connector.

Remote Control via USB or MIDI Connection

• V-1HD RCS
• V-1HD RCS is an application for remote control of V-1HD from a PC.
• By connecting the V-1HD to a computer via USB, you can perform remote control from the computer, backup / restore settings, and update system software.
• * “V-1HD RCS” can be downloaded for free.
• * “V-1HD RCS” supports Windows / MacOS.
• V-1HD Remote
• V-1HD Remote is an application to control V-1HD connected with USB by USB.
• Graphically displays the status of the operation. It is also possible to perform operations that are divided into “image switching with the main unit, audio mixing with the application.* V-1HD Remote can be downloaded for free from the App Store. * Please use Apple’s
• Lightning-USB Camera Adapter for connecting iPad.
• Supports coordination with instruments and sequencers via MIDI input and output.

Specifications

Video

• Video Processing: 4:2:2(Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit
• Input Connectors:HDMI INPUT 1-4: Type A(19pins)x 4 *HDCP Supported
• Output Connectors:HDMI OUTPUT: Type A(19pins) / HDMI PREVIEW: Type A(19pins) *HDCP Supported
• Input Formats:
• HDMI: 720/59.94p,720/50p(FORMAT switch = 720p)
• HDMI: 1080/59.94i,1080/50i,1080/59.94p,
• 1080/50p(FORMAT switch = 1080i or 1080p)
• *The input interlaced video signal is converted to progressive video signal by internal processing.
• *The video signal frame rate is selected by SETUP parameters (59.94 or 50).
• Output Formats
• HDMI: 720/59.94p,720/50p(FORMAT switch = 720p)
• HDMI: 1080/59.94i,1080/50i(FORMAT switch = 1080i)
• HDMI: 1080/59.94p,1080/50p(FORMAT switch = 1080p)
• *The video signal frame rate is selected by SETUP parameters (59.94 or 50).
• Video Effects
• Transition: CUT, MIX (DISSOLVE/FAM/NAM/MOSAIC), WIPE (30 types),
• TRANSFORMER(11 types)
• EFFECTS: NEGATIVE, EMBOSS, COLORIZE, COLORPASS, POSTERIZE, SILHOUETTE,
• MONOCOLOR, FINDEDGE, FLIP, WH-LUMIKEY@, BK-LUMIKEY@,
• GR-CHROMAKEY@, BL-CHROMAKEY@, PinP(1/4)@, PinP(1/3)@, PinP(1/2)@,
• SPLIT(H-STRETCH)@. SPLIT(H-CENTER)@, SPLIT(V-STRETCH)@,
• SPLIT(V-CENTER)@
• *@ marked Effects are effected common to A-BUS and B-BUS.

Audio

• Audio Processing: Sampling rate: 24bit/48kHz
• Input Connectors
• Digital: HDMI INPUT 1–4 (19 pins) x 4
• Analog: AUDIO IN (RCA pin type), MIC (Stereo mini type, plug-in power supported)
• Output Connectors: 
• Digital: HDMI OUTPUT (HDMI Type A 19 pins), HDMI PREVIEW (HDMI Type A 19 pins)
• Analog: AUDIO OUT (RCA pin type), PHONES (Stereo mini type)
• Input Level: AUDIO IN: -10 dBu (Maximum : +8 dBu), MIC: -41 – -13dBu (Maximum : -1 dBu)
• Input Impedance: AUDIO IN: 15 k ohms, MIC:10 k ohms
• Output Level: AUDIO OUT: -10 dBu (Maximum : +8 dBu), PHONES: 72mW + 72mW (32 ohms)
• Output Impedance: AUDIO OUT: 1k ohms, PHONES: 10 ohms
• Audio Effects: EQ, Delay, Compressor, HPF, Gate, Reverb, Mastering effect

Others

• Other Connectors: USB: B Type (for remote control from PC), MIDI: IN, OUT/THRU
• Other Functions: MEMORY (8 types), FREEZE (input video captured),
•     BPM SYNC (auto transition synchronized to tempo), OUTPUT FADE (WHITE/BLACK/AUDIO)
• Power Supply: AC adaptor
• Current Draw:1.5A
• Power Consumption:     18W
• Dimensions: 313 (W) x 102 (D) x 59 (H) mm / 12-1/3 (W) x 4 (D) x 2-1/3 (H) inches
• Weight: 1.2 kg (excluding AC adaptor) 2 lbs 10-2/5 oz
• Accessories: Owner’s Manual, AC Adaptor, Power Cord, Cord Hook