The FC-300 from Roland is a powerful and versatile MIDI foot controller, and an ideal companion to the VG-99 guitar system. The FC-300 offers bi-directional MIDI data flow, as well as patch memory recall, and more. Assignable twin control/expression pedals offer smooth adjustments, and nine footswitches provide one-touch setup recalls.

Powerful and versatile MIDI foot controller

Bi-direction MIDI data flow with RRC2 protocol

Two assignable expression pedals and nine footswitches for great control

Store up to 100 MIDI setups in Patch Mode

Rugged metal construction

Three-way power supply

Two amp control switches for controlling effects or amp channels

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this switcher feed hdmi imbedded audio to a device like an Epiphan Webcaster X2?

A: Yes, Audio and Video are available on the HDMI output. You can attach the switcher via USB to a computer (I use a SurfacePro and with the correct software, you will have an audio mixer for the video switcher.

Q: 2. What is the maximum length of the HDMI cable if you the Live Feed?

A: In general the longest length for a standard HDMI cable without any signal degradation is around 35 feet. For anything longer than that you would want to look in to a product to extend the signal, such as a LAN Extender that uses Cat6 cable or an HDMI Super Booster.

Q: 3. Is there some way to incorporate tally lights with this unit? I need to make sure the talent knows which camera is live, so they can speak to the correct one. Thanks!

A: There is no tally integration with this switcher and that is what is needed to operate tally lights.

Q: 4. Can I use GoPro Hero4 cameras with this switcher?

A: Yes, I have (3) GoPro Hero 4 Black cameras attached to the unit and it works perfectly.

Q: 5. Will the V1 accept a HDMI signal from Panasonic HDC-TM700? I see 35' as a length for HDMI cables I tried on the Black Magic and it would't accept any HDMI signal from the Panasonic TM700 over 12'. That being the case I returned it since it didn't state that condition.

A: Generally speaking, an HDMI signal is not strong and weakens exponentially with distance traveled. I would blame the distance and the type of HDMI cable before any switcher. If indeed the switcher is not accepting the signal another does, I would still suggest getting a better cable. HDMI signals peter out 30-35' so if you are anywhere near that, you need HDMI cabling with booster circuitry. Please follow the link for a selection of longer distance HDMI cables. http://bhpho.to/1LRl5rv

Q: 6. is the roland v1 hd compatible with vmix software? if yes what steps i should take and necessary stuff i will need to make it work.

A: Yes, you would just need an HDMI Capture device for your computer. Such as this option from Magewell. https://bhpho.to/37FKVhH

Q: 7. how do you show media clips? does that take a channel?

A: I use a laptop to slides and play clips and it does take up a channel. I know of no way around this.

Q: 8. How do you mix the audio? If I have 3 HDSDI signals coming in and RCA L/R from an external mixer How do I control the levels?

A: You will be able to mix the audio from the video inputs and the RCA audio inputs using the V-1SDI RCS dedicated computer software that comes with this product. The software allows you to connect the V-1SDI to either a Mac or PC through a USB cable. From there you will be able to control the switcher and you'll be given a digital mixing board for the audio.

Q: 9. Anyone know what a orange square on the monitor means?? It's in the upper right corner of one of the 4 HDMI preview screens.

A: The lit red means final output video. Lit green means preset video (the video to be output next).

Q: 10. Can it be used with analog signal cameras and live DVD recoders?We are planing to buy this unit, input signals are from two Analog (PAL) camera (Sony DSR-PD170p)conected through the BMD Analog to SDI (#BLMCONHDASDI)Then connecting the Final SDI output of this unit through BMD SDI to Analog (#BLSDIAMC)to a live DVD Recoder.Will this combination work on a live setup?We are planning to shift to SDI cameras in the future

A: Unfortunately the V-1SDI is an HD format only switcher. To input an analog signal you would have to use a signal converter for each signal. The Roland V-40HD does support Analog and HD sources.