Roland's V-1SDI 4-Channel HD Video Switcher supports HD-only video signals over three of its inputs and can support SD, HD, and computer video formats up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) at 60 Hz on its fourth. It supports progressive and interlaced material, internally converting the interlaced footage to progressive for processing. Featuring a preview, program, and multiview output, you can easily monitor all your inputs at once on the multiview while isolating your preview and program screens.

The HDMI inputs and multiview output are HDCP compliant, while the SDI inputs and SDI preview and program outputs support SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, and 259M-C. You can control the unit via the built-in RS-232 port, or via a PC using the USB connection. Eight memory functions enable you to recall specific setups, which makes it easier to get up and running when the switcher is shared among different productions. Built-in features include image freeze and output fades.

Portable 3 x SDI/2 x HDMI Input Switcher    Discrete Inputs with Frame Buffers    Hardware or PC Control    Manual T-Bar    Program Output and Multiview Preview    Advanced Video Effects    Magewell USB Capture SDI Gen 2    Supports up to 1920 x 1200p60 Resolution    Hardware Scaling and Deinterlacing    USB 3.0 Compatible with USB 2.0

The switcher handles four video inputs, up to three SDI and up to two HDMI. Inputs 1 to 3 are SDI, with input 3 shared between SDI and HDMI with support for HD video formats. Input 4 is HDMI-only and, in addition to supporting HD video, also supports SD and computer formats.

The switcher supports analog audio in, as well as mic input with or without plug-in power.

• Transition: Cut, Mix (Dissolve/Fam/Nam/Mosaic), Wipe (30 types)
• Composition: PiP, Split, Quad, DSK (Luminance key, Chroma key)

EQ, Delay, Compressor, HPF, Gate, Reverb, Mastering effect

This output can display all active inputs on the same screen via the HDMI output.

• The built-in memory function allows the memorization and convenient recall of panel settings, such as effect assignment to each button. The memory stores up to eight configurations and keeps stored settings, even with the power off
• Freeze video input
• Fade audio output
• Fade video to white or black

The V-1SDI HDMI inputs and outputs are HDCP compliant.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this switcher include the remote control software?

A: Yes it does. This switcher will include the V-1SDI RCS dedicated computer software, which is compatible for both Mac and PC.

Q: 2. Does this unit also requires 50fps to 60fps 1080p over SDI ?

A: This unit can handle either 50FPS or 59.94 but not both at the same time nor can it do signal conversion on the fly.

Q: 3. how do i broadcast in youtube with this?

A: You need to encode the Roland's output so you can get it into your computer. Once in the computer, the video will mount on your desktop. Then open YouTube and select your video stream and you are on your way. Please see the attached for a recommended encoder, the Magewell XI100DUSB HDMI USB 3.0 Capture Dongle.

Q: 4. What program or device is recommended for playing mpeg videos? Ideally, the video would automatically play when that source is selected so the operator doesn't have to press play after the source is selected.

A: The Roland V-1HD is HDCP compliant, which gives you a wide variety of options for MPEG Video Playback. You could connect a computer with an HDMI output directly to this unit, or you could look at Media Players with HDMI like a Roku or Apple TV. You could even connect a tablet to this switcher and play back video that way. However there is no product available that will automatically start playing when you switch to the assigned channel, the operate will have to manually start the video.

Q: 5. Will this show up as a webcam through the USB?

A: The USB on this is for control only. It does not have a USB output for video.

Q: 6. Can the Multi-view HDMI out be set any other output, like Program View (PGM)? The manual kind of shows it can, but doesn't specifically say if you can set the Program View thru the HDMI-out.

A: Yes, you can use it as another program out if you'd like.

Q: 7. Can I mix to another input while using chroma key effect?

A: YES YOU CAN. the chroma key effect has a dedicated key on the panel DSK which you program it in the menu which input to use as chroma key and other settings.So while the DSK switch is On you can mix the other inputs (but not the input you set for chroma effect)I use it to display lower third lyrics from the laptop while I keep mixing camera feeds from the three cameras

Q: 8. If you output to a mac, will Skype recognize the signal?

A: In order for the signal out of the V-1HD to be understood by the computer and then Skype, it needs to be encoded first. Please consider INOGENI USB 3.0 4K HDMI Video Capture Card or the Magewell XI100DUSB HDMI USB 3.0 Capture Dongle.

Q: 9. Hi !! Is this switcher compatible with all my camera NTSC signal having frame rate 30 fps ? Thanks!!

A: This unit is only listed for 59.94 (60). 30 FPS is not available.

Q: 10. I am looking for a device to superimpose / mix the inputs of multiple video sources at once. I see that the V-1HD has 4 HDMI inputs but from what I understand, only two can be blended into a single output at one time. Is this correct?

A: That would require a more advanced Production Switcher with multiple mixed effect buses. https://bhpho.to/3dNQHyN