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.

Product 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
• Powerful live production automation with sequencing, macros, and preset memories
• 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
• Remote control software available for iPad, macOS, and Windows
• Ultra-mobile, lightweight, and efficient

Version 3 Features

• Graphics Presenter Support—This free, easy-to-use software for Windows computers elevates your live productions with stunning graphics.
• New Chroma Key Engine—Upgraded keyer algorithms allow for more precise composition in real time.
• VenuSet Support—VenuSet is a customisable control panel app that streamlines operation for users of any skill level.

Product 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
• Input formats
  • INPUT 1--6
    • 720/59.94p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p, FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 720/50p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p, FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
    • 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i or 1080p, FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i or 1080p, FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
    • 1080/23.98p, 1080/24p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i or 1080p)
    • The input interlaced video signal is converted to progressive video signal by internal processing.
  • INPUT 7--8
    • 480/59.94i, 480/59.94p, 720/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p (FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 576/50i, 576/50p, 720/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p (FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
    • 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.
• Still Image:
  • Bitmap File (.bmp) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit colour, uncompressed.
  • PNG File (.png) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit colour
  • It can be stored up to 8 files in the internal memory.
  • PNG alpha channel not supported.
• Output formats
  • OUTPUT 1--2:
    • 720/59.94p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p, FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 720/50p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 720p, FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
    • 1080/59.94i (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i, FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 1080/50i (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080i, FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
    • 1080/59.94p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080p, FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 1080/50p (SYSTEM FORMAT = 1080p, FRAME RATE = 50 Hz)
  • OUTPUT 3:
    • 1080/59.94p (FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz)
    • 1080/50p (2 FRAME RATE = 50 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)
  • Others: Flip horizontal, Flip vertical, Still Image Capture, Still Image Playback, Output fade (Audio, Video: WHITE or BLACK), Test pattern output

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
• 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
• Audio Effects
  • Delay, High pass filter, Compressor, Noise gate, Equalizer, Multi-band compressor, Limiter, Test tone output
• Other Connectors
  • USB MEMORY: USB A type (for USB flash drive)
  • REMOTE:USB B Type (for remote control from iPad)
  • CTL/EXP:1/4-inch TRS phone type
• Other Functions
  • Preset Memory (8 types)
  • Panel lock function
  • EDID Emulator
  • Auto Switching
  • Auto Input Detect

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 Colour LCD: 480 x 272 dots
• Power Supply: AC Adaptor
• Current Draw: 3.3 A
• Power Consumption: 39.6 W
• Operation Temperature
  • +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
  • +32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit

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 (excluding AC adaptor)

• 2.0 kg
• 4 lbs 7 oz

What’s in the Box?

• V-8HD
• Owner Manual
• AC adaptor
• Power cord