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.

• 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

Maximum Connectivity

Nearly all modern cameras and digital video devices use HDMI, the most common AV connector on the planet. The V-8HD seamlessly mixes eight HDMI sources with Full HD support, even when the sources have mismatched frame rates and color spaces. And with the built-in scalers on two of the HDMI inputs, you can easily interface with client-provided sources like computers, tablets, smartphones, gaming consoles, and legacy 4:3 devices.

The Power of More

Creative professionals need more video inputs for layered graphics and visual effects, and business professionals often need multiple backup video sources. Having the ability to meet all these needs brings satisfied clients and greater audience engagement. With the V-8HD’s generous number of HDMI inputs and outputs, you’re able to offer clients a vast amount of creative freedom—without increasing the budget.

Set Up Layers, Effects, and Keys

Video effects, layers, and graphics add polish and excitement to any production. With the V-8HD’s five composition layers, you’ll always keep audiences engaged with visually appealing content. Prepare the content according to client specifications and separate it into layers:

Layer 1 and 2: Start by creating a basic background setup for mixing between two sources.
Layer 3 and 4: Drop in two picture-in-picture layers with chroma and luminance effects.
Layer 5: Add one downstream keyer layer with chroma, luminance, and Version 2.0 alpha effects or external fill and key inputs.

Ultra-Mobile, Lightweight, and Efficient

The AV production table is the last thing on an event organizer’s mind. Thanks to its compact footprint, the V-8HD fits effortlessly into any live production environment, even when you have to deal with minimal setup space. And it only weighs around 4 lb./2 kg, making it easy to carry in a backpack or luggage. With its solid T-bar fader and robust hands-on controls, eight HDMI inputs, 18-channel audio mixer, and support for external battery power, the streamlined V-8HD is the most versatile and efficient HDMI switcher available.

Instant Recall with Memories and Macros

With the V-8HD, storing and recalling unique looks requires only a few button presses.

• The 24 preset memories and powerful composition effects engine work together to provide a completely seamless load between different looks, including synchronizing the transition of all effect layers on and off at the Program output.
• Version 2.0 The 100 macros go even deeper, allowing you to build and trigger complex action lists that include switching, DSK on/off, audio mixing adjustments, and much more.

Our free remote control software for iPad further enhances this workflow, providing a large graphical interface for setting up and previewing actions before you take them live.

VIDEOVideo Processing4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bitInput ConnectorsINPUT 1–6: HDMI type A x 6
* HDCP Supported

INPUT 7–8: HDMI type A x 2
* HDCP Supported
* Multi-format SupportedOutput ConnectorsOUTPUT 1–3: HDMI type A x 3
* HDCP SupportedSupported Video Input FormatsINPUT 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 HzStill ImageBitmap 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 FormatsOUTPUT 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 HzVideo EffectsTransition: 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