Roland adds the V-1HD+ HD video switcher for live events to its V series

This compact, one-person A/V device features versatile inputs/outputs, fourteen channel audio mix, advanced control options and essential monitoring features.

The new V-1HD HD video switcher⁺ of Roland is based on their popular V-series four-channel device, incorporating a more complete feature set for advanced switching, maintaining the manufacturer's features in ease of use, professional performance and reliability.

With versatile HDMI inputs/outputs, advanced control options, essential monitoring tools, Fourteen-channel audio mixing and Roland sound quality, V-1HD⁺ is a compact A/V switching solution for premium visual storytellers.

From live events and corporate conferences to educational environments and houses of worship, V-1HD⁺ is inspired by the need of today's creators to do more things. For this, four HDMI inputs are included to mix various video sources, like cameras, presentation computers, tablets and game consoles.

Added to this is the scaling integrated into the input 4, so users can automatically sync and calibrate problematic video sources without using external equipment. Besides, Two independent HDMI outputs are offered to enhance versatility in professional productions.

The familiar interface of the V-1HD⁺ simplifies and streamlines all production work. Panel buttons provide quick access to system menu, activation/deactivation of downstream keying, transition type, image within image, activation/deactivation of effects and other commonly used functions.

Roland V-1HD⁺ It also incorporates PGM and PST buses and a transition/fade bar (barra T), which are widely tested and easy-to-learn video switching controls for beginners. It has touch dials for audio volume, Signal/peak LEDs and unity gain markers for easy and intuitive on-the-fly adjustment of sound levels.

In addition to camera switching, V-1HD⁺ allows a single operator to mix professional sound thanks to the integration of the fourteen-channel digital audio mixer.

Two XLR mic inputs with selectable phantom power provide support for professional broadcast microphones, along with an entry of 1/8 inch for a lapel mic or stereo audio source (smartphone). It has another stereo line input available on the RCA jacks, and the mix also supports embedded stereo digital audio from the four HDMI inputs.

Each V-1HD audio entry⁺ It has its own three-band equalizer, high pass filter, compressor and noise gate, in addition to delay to adjust the audio to the video if necessary.

XLR and 1/8” inputs also include de-essers to clean up vocals in real time. with the limiter, Three-band EQ and compressor on balanced TRS analog and HDMI outputs, Users can offer optimal audio in their work.

V-1HD⁺ incorporates several real-time monitoring tools to achieve the best audiovisual results. A ten-window multi-viewer display can be applied to one or both HDMI outputs, allowing users to queue camera shots and preview presentations, plus selecting stored still images before outputting them live to program output.

It is also possible to monitor the recording status of the camcorders and the signal level indicators. The equipment also allows audio monitoring through headphones.

The powerful V-1HD effects processor⁺ Maintains audience interest through visually appealing content. Operators can use four composition layers to add lower third titles, logos, social media comments, etc.

The boss DSK (downstream keyer) can independently composite a picture-in-picture window over a video signal, something especially useful in hybrid live and online events. Other useful production tools include pilot support. tally, Remote recording activation for Atomos recorders and RS-232 port for connection to older equipment.

Direct USB Livestreaming

Roland has also introduced its new UVC USB video capture device.-01, a simple HDMI to optional USB video conversion tool.

This device allows users to convert an HDMI output from the V-1HD switcher⁺ in USB webcam signal 3.0 that does not require configuration, to livestream in HD on Facebook Live, YouTube, Zoom and other platforms.