Roland V-8HD 8-channel HD Video Switcher

Product Description

Unlock New Creative Possibilities

Versatile, portable, and reliable, the Roland V-8HD brings a world of creative options to live event switching. Its all-in-one hardware design eliminates computer setup hassles and software-based crashes, while the HDMI workflow and loaded professional toolset streamline production and reduce stress on the gig.

FEATURES

• All HDMI workflow
• Five-layer effects and keying engine
• Built-in multi-viewer preview monitor
• Aux output for a different video feed
• Execute smooth transitions using the T-bar fader
• Technology-assisted automatic video switching
• Version 2.0 Powerful live production automation with sequencing, macros, and preset memories
• Version 2.0 Newly supported 23.98Hz, 24Hz, 25Hz, 29.97Hz, 30Hz of output formats
• Eight-slot still store function supports screen capture and import of BMP, JPEG and transparent PNG images to internal non-volatile memory
• 18-channel digital audio mixer with a wide range of effects, including sync delay on each channel
• Remote start and stop of Atomos recorders
• NEW Remote control software available for iPad, macOS, and Windows
• Ultra-mobile, lightweight, and efficient

Tap Into Deeper Control with Version 2.0

The V-8HD continues to evolve with the Version 2.0 update, adding next-generation cue management and live show automation tools that make tough production tasks simple. The update brings many new features first introduced with the flagship V-160HD, including macros, advanced sequencing, transparent PNG image support, and more. Version 2.0 is a free, user-installable update for all V-8HD owners.

SPECIFICATIONS

Video

Video Processing

4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit

Input Connectors

INPUT 1–6: HDMI type A x 6
* HDCP Supported

INPUT 7–8: HDMI type A x 2
* HDCP Supported
* Multi-format Supported

Output Connectors

OUTPUT 1–3: HDMI type A x 3
* HDCP Supported

Supported Video Input Formats

INPUT 1-6
720/59.94p, 720/60p *1, *3
720/50p *1, *4
1080/59.94i, 1080/60i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p *2, *3
1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p *2, *4
1080/23.98p, 1080/24p *2
* The input interlaced video signal is converted to progressive video signal by internal processing.
*1 SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p
*2 SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i or 1080p
*3 FRAME RATE = 59.94, 60 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 30 Hz
*4 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz or 25 Hz

INPUT 7-8
480/59.94i, 480/59.94p, 720/59.94p, 720/60p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/60i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p *1
576/50i, 576/50p, 720/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p *2
1080/23.98p, 1080/24p
VGA (640?480/60Hz), SVGA (800?600/60Hz), XGA (1024?768/60Hz)
WXGA (1280?800/60Hz), SXGA (1280?1024/60Hz)
FWXGA (1366?768/60Hz), SXGA+ (1400?1050/60Hz)
UXGA (1600?1200/60Hz), WUXGA (1920?1200/60Hz)
* The refresh rate is the maximum value of each resolution.
* Conforms to CEA-861-E,VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11.
* 1920 x 1200/60 Hz: Reduced blanking
* The input interlaced video signal is converted to progressive video signal by internal processing.
*1 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz or 60 Hz
*2 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz

Still Image

Bitmap File (.bmp) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color, uncompressed.
PNG File (.png) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color
JPEG File?.jpg .jpeg) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color
* It can be stored up to 8 files to the internal memory.
* It can be exported to the USB memory.
* PNG alpha channel supported (Exclusive with alpha bus or AUX bus)

Supported Video Output Formats

OUTPUT 1-2:
720/59.94p *1, *4
720/60p *1, *5
720/50p *1, *8
1080/59.94i *2, *4
1080/60i *2, *5
1080/50i *2, *8
1080/59.94p *3, *4
1080/60p *3, *5
1080/29.97p *3, *6
1080/30p *3, *7
1080/50p *3, *8
1080/25p *3, *9
1080/23.98p *3, *10
1080/24p *3, *11
*1 SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p
*2 SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i
*3 SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080p
*4 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz
*5 FRAME RATE = 60 Hz
*6 FRAME RATE = 29.97 Hz
*7 FRAME RATE = 30 Hz
*8 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
*9 FRAME RATE = 25 Hz
*10 FRAME RATE = 23.98 Hz
*11 FRAME RATE = 24 Hz

OUTPUT 3:
1080/59.94p *1
1080/60p *2
1080/29.97p *3
1080/30p *4
1080/50p *5
1080/25p *6
1080/23.98p *7
1080/24p *8
*1 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz
*2 FRAME RATE = 60 Hz
*3 FRAME RATE = 29.97 Hz
*4 FRAME RATE = 30 Hz
*5 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
*6 FRAME RATE = 25 Hz
*7 FRAME RATE = 23.98 Hz
*8 FRAME RATE = 24 Hz

Video Effects

Transition: CUT, MIX (DISSOLVE/FAM/NAM), WIPE (8 types)
Composition: PinP x 2 (SQUARE, CIRCLE, DIAMOND), SPLIT (2 types), Keyer x 2 (Luminance Key, Chroma Key), DSK (Luminance Key, Chroma Key, Alpha Key *1, External Key *1)
Others: Flip horizontal, Flip vertical, Still Image Capture, Still Image Playback, Output fade (Audio, Video: WHITE or BLACK), Test pattern output
*1 Exclusive with alpha bus or AUX bus

Audio

Audio Processing

Sampling rate: 24 bits/48 kHz

Audio formats

Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 2ch

Audio Effects

Delay, High pass filter, Compressor, Noise gate, Equalizer, Multi-band compressor, Limiter, Test tone output

Connectors

Input Connectors

INPUT 1–8: HDMI Type A x 8
AUDIO IN: RCA phono type

Output Connectors

OUTPUT 1–3: HDMI Type A x 3
AUDIO OUT: RCA phono type
PHONES: Stereo miniature type

Other Connectors

USB MEMORY: USB A type (for USB flash drive)
REMOTE: USB B Type (for remote control from PC and iPad)
CTL/EXP:1/4-inch TRS phone type

Other Functions

Preset Memory (24 scenes)
Macro Control (100 types)
Sequencer Control
Panel lock function
EDID Emulator
Auto Switching
Auto Input Detect
Rec Control

Audio Input/Output Characteristics

Input Level

AUDIO IN: -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)

Input Impedance

AUDIO IN: 38 k ohms

Output Level

AUDIO OUT: -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)
PHONES: 92 mW + 92 mW (32 ohms)

Output Impedance

AUDIO OUT: 1 k ohm
PHONES: 10 ohms

Other

Display

4.3 inches TFT Color LCD: 480 x 272 dots

Power Supply

AC Adaptor

Current Draw

3.3 A

Power Consumption

39.6 W

Dimensions

317 (W) x 193 (D) x 70 (H) mm
12-1/2 (W) x 7-5/8 (D) x 2-13/16 (H) inches

Weight

2.0 kg
4 lbs 7 oz
* Excluding AC adaptor.

Operation Temperature

+0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit