Roland V-1HD HD Video Switcher

Using Filter Effects

Filter effects alter the video's color tone and overall appearance. They can be set independently for Bus A and Bus B.

Selecting a Filter Effect

1. Press the [MEMORY] button to open the MEMORY menu.
2. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to select "EFFECTS A" or "EFFECTS B".

Applying Filter Effects

1. Output the video to which you want to apply an effect.
2. Press the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button to activate the effect (it will light up).
3. Use the A/B fader to select the desired filter effect for the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button.

After assigning an effect, press the [MEMORY] button to exit the menu.

You can adjust the degree of the applied effect using the [EFFECTS A] or [EFFECTS B] knob.

To turn off an effect, press its respective [ON] button again.

MEMO: Effect types can be changed by holding the EFFECTS A [ON] button and turning the [EFFECTS A] knob. This setting can be enabled in the SETUP menu under "EFFECTS TYPE CHANGE".

Using Compositing Effects

Compositing effects combine Bus A and Bus B video streams. Note that when a compositing effect is active on one bus, effects cannot be applied to the other bus.

Selecting a Compositing Effect

1. Press the [MEMORY] button to display the MEMORY menu.
2. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to select "EFFECTS A" or "EFFECTS B".
3. Use the A/B fader to select the compositing effect for the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button.

Press the [MEMORY] button to quit the menu.

MEMO: Effect types can be changed by holding the EFFECTS A [ON] button and turning the [EFFECTS A] knob. This setting can be enabled in the SETUP menu under "EFFECTS TYPE CHANGE".

Compositing Using Luminance Key

This method makes white or black areas transparent to overlay video onto a background. It's useful for superimposing logos or text.

1. Select "WHT-L.KEY" or "BLK-L.KEY" as a compositing effect.
2. Press the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button to turn on the effect.
3. Use the [A-1]-[A-4] and [B-1]-[B-4] buttons to select the background and foreground video.
4. Adjust the effect amount using the [EFFECTS A] (keying amount) and [EFFECTS B] (edge blur) knobs.
5. Press the respective [ON] button again to turn off the effect.

Compositing Using Chroma Key

This composites video shot against a blue or green background onto a different background. Note that minor artifacts at edges are normal.

1. Select "GRN-C.KEY" or "BLU-C.KEY" as a compositing effect.
2. Press the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button to turn on the effect.
3. Use the [A-1]-[A-4] and [B-1]-[B-4] buttons to select the background and foreground video.
4. Adjust the effect amount using the [EFFECTS A] (keying amount) and [EFFECTS B] (edge blur) knobs.
5. Press the respective [ON] button again to turn off the effect.

Compositing Using Split

This effect displays two video streams in a split screen, with Bus A above/left and Bus B below/right.

1. Select a split effect (SPLIT-VS, SPLIT-VC, SPLIT-HS, or SPLIT-HC).
2. Press the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button to turn on the effect.
3. Use the [A-1]-[A-4] buttons to select the video for the top/left position.
4. Use the [B-1]-[B-4] buttons to select the video for the bottom/right position.
5. Adjust the center position using the [EFFECTS A] and [EFFECTS B] knobs (specific to SPLIT-HC/VC).
6. Press the respective [ON] button again to turn off the effect.

Compositing Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP)

This effect composites video as an inset screen onto a different background video.

1. Select a PinP effect (PinP 1/4, PinP 1/3, or PinP 1/2).
2. Press the EFFECTS A or EFFECTS B [ON] button to turn on the effect.
3. Use the [A-1]-[A-4] and [B-1]-[B-4] buttons to select the background and inset video.
4. Move the A/B fader to the Bus A position to composite the inset screen onto the background. (Moving to Bus B hides the inset screen).
5. Adjust the inset screen's display position using the [EFFECTS A] (horizontal) and [EFFECTS B] (vertical) knobs.
6. To turn off the effect, press the respective [ON] button again.

Detailed settings for the inset screen, such as border width/color and size, can be adjusted via the SETUP menu (long-press [(TAP) BPM]) or MEMORY menu.

Adjusting the Volume Level

This function adjusts the volume for input and output audio.

1. Press the [AUDIO] button to display the AUDIO menu.
2. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to select the input audio whose volume you wish to adjust.
3. Use the A/B fader to adjust the volume for the selected input audio.
4. Select "MASTER OUT LEVEL" and use the A/B fader to adjust the overall output volume.
5. Press the [AUDIO] button to quit the menu.

An audio level meter is displayed on the preview monitor to help check volume levels. Indicators show status: Red (Excessive), Yellow (Appropriate), Green (Insufficient).

MEMO: The [AUDIO] button illuminates when active. [A-1]-[A-4] and [B-1]-[B-3] buttons act as shortcuts for menu selection.

Applying Effects to Audio

Effects can be applied to input and output audio to adjust tone quality.

Effects for Input Audio

Effects like EQ, Delay, Compressor, Gate, and HPF can be applied to AUDIO IN, MIC, and HDMI IN sources.

• EQ (Equalizer): Adjusts tone quality across high, middle, and low frequency bands.
• Delay: Outputs audio with a time delay to align audio with video.
• Compressor: Compresses audio exceeding a specified threshold.
• Gate: Mutes audio below a specified level.
• HPF (High-pass Filter): Cuts off low-band audio below 75 Hz.

To apply effects, navigate the AUDIO menu, select the desired effect, and use the A/B fader to adjust settings.

Effects for Output Audio

Effects can be applied to the master output audio.

• EQ: Adjusts tone quality for the main output.
• Mastering: Adjusts acoustic characteristics, including noise suppression and enhancement.
• Reverb: Adds reverberation to the audio, with adjustable level, time, and type (ROOM, HALL).

To apply reverb, select "REV SEND" for the input audio, adjust the send level, then adjust "REVERB LEVEL" for the return level.

Interlinking Audio Output to Video Switching (Audio Follow)

The Audio Follow feature associates audio with video switching. When the video switches, only the linked HDMI audio is output, muting others. This can also be used with AUDIO IN or MIC.

1. Adjust volume levels as needed.
2. In the AUDIO menu, select "AUDIO FOLLOW".
3. Select the input audio (AUDIO IN or MIC) to use with Audio Follow.
4. Use the A/B fader to specify the video input channel (1-4) to interlink with the audio. Set to OFF to disable channel linking.
5. Press the [AUDIO] button to quit.

When Audio Follow is active, the "A.F" symbol indicates the audio source.

Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

To restore default settings, perform a factory reset. Note that this will erase all saved settings and memories.

1. Press and hold the [(TAP) BPM] button for at least 2 seconds to display the SETUP menu.
2. Use the [<] and [>] buttons to select "FACTORY RESET".
3. Move the A/B fader to the Bus A position.
4. Press the [<] button to confirm. (Move A/B fader to Bus B or press [✓] to cancel).
5. Press the [(TAP) BPM] button to exit.

Operating the V-1HD by Remote Control

The V-1HD can be controlled remotely via USB using dedicated software like V-1HD RCS or V-1HD Remote for computers and tablets. This allows control over panel operations, transition effects, and audio mixing.

Software can be downloaded from the Roland website: https://proav.roland.com/

The V-1HD also supports remote control via MIDI, compatible with MIDI Visual Control standards, linking video with musical performance.

Menu List

The V-1HD features extensive menus for configuration, including MEMORY, AUDIO, and SETUP menus, which allow detailed control over effects, audio processing, and system settings.

MEMORY Menu: Stores and recalls up to 8 memory presets, each with specific effect assignments for EFFECTS A/B, WIPE, MIX, TRANSFORMER, and PinP settings.

AUDIO Menu: Provides granular control over input/output levels, EQ, Delay, Compressor, Gate, HPF, Reverb, Mastering, and Audio Follow settings for various audio sources.

SETUP Menu: Configures system-wide settings such as BPM, HDCP, output/preview settings, color space, Auto Scan, Deinterlace Mode, and panel lock functions.

Transition Effects List

The V-1HD supports various transition effects, including:

• MIX: Includes MIX, FAM, NAM, and MOSAIC transitions for smooth or patterned video changes.
• WIPE: Offers a wide variety of wipe patterns, both normal and soft-edge, to break the original video with the next video.

Block Diagram

The V-1HD's block diagram illustrates the signal flow for both video and audio. The video block shows inputs, processing stages (EDID, I/P CONV, FS, FREEZE), and output routing. The audio block details signal paths through MIC, AUDIO IN, and HDMI inputs, processing via EQ, DELAY, GATE, COMP, FOLLOW, REVERB SEND, and finally to MASTER LEVEL, AUDIO OUT, and PHONES.

Main Specifications

Video: 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit processing. Supports up to 1080p/50/59.94p via HDMI inputs/outputs.

Audio: 24 bits/48 kHz sampling rate. Supports HDMI audio, AUDIO IN (RCA), and MIC (stereo mini) inputs. Outputs include HDMI, AUDIO OUT (RCA), and PHONES.

Effects: EQ, Delay, Compressor, HPF, Gate, Reverb, Mastering, various video transitions (CUT, MIX, WIPE, TRANSFORMER), and compositing effects (Luminance Key, Chroma Key, PinP, Split).

Connectivity: HDMI (4 inputs, 2 outputs), AUDIO IN, MIC, USB, MIDI.

Power: AC Adaptor, 18W power consumption.

Dimensions: 313 (W) x 102 (D) x 59 (H) mm.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and their solutions include:

• No Picture Input: Check input format compatibility and HDCP settings.
• No Picture Output: Ensure the [OUTPUT FADE] knob is centered.
• "Snowy" Noise: Reconnect HDMI cables or check signal integrity.
• Incorrect Colors: Verify color space settings on both the V-1HD and connected displays.
• Edges Cut Off: Adjust display overscan settings.
• Switching Not Possible: Exit any active menu (SETUP, MEMORY, AUDIO).
• Compositing Issues: Ensure the correct key effect (WHT-L.KEY, BLK-L.KEY) is selected and adjust parameters.
• Low Audio Volume: Check input and output levels, and ensure appropriate connection cables are used.
• No Reverb: Verify that the "REV SEND" level is set appropriately.

Compliance and Legal Information

The V-1HD complies with FCC Part 15 (Class B) and other regional regulations (e.g., CE). It requires shielded interface cables. Information regarding intellectual property rights, including restrictions on recording and copying copyrighted material, is provided. Company and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.