Simultaneously input, output, and live stream high-definition video broadcasts with this V-160HD SDI/HDMI Streaming Video Switcher from Roland. This multi-format hybrid video switcher allows you to input up to eight HDMI video sources and eight 3G-SDI video sources, switch them, add effects, and output them consistently to displays, projectors, recording units, and now via USB Type-C for live streaming applications.
The HDMI and 3G-SDI inputs can accept up to 1080p60 resolution feeds from numerous sources such as media players, computers, or professional video cameras, and they all support frame rate converters. Four of the HDMI inputs utilize real-time internal scaling hardware, which separately scale and/or convert videos of varied resolutions into the selected output resolution, ensuring output consistency between sources. It features a total of seven outputs comprised of SDI, HDMI, and USB Type-C for streaming, as well as Bluetooth for control for using an iPad, macOS, or Windows device.
The V-160HD features an eight-layer video effects engine, four PiP (picture-in-picture) outputs, channels for up to 16 still images, and two downstream keyers supporting numerous effects such as cut, mix, wipe, chroma key, luma key, flip, fade, and more. You can store up to 16 .jpg, .bmp, and .png files up to 1920 x 1080 resolution into internal memory to add images to your effects. It supports live production automation, macros, presets, and cue management to make broadcasting and planning your live show easier. You can also control up to 16 PTZ cameras from numerous brands using IP or RS-232 serial, consolidating all control in the V-160HD, and it also supports GPIO, wired, and wireless tally.
The V-160HD features a 40-channel audio mixer and up to 24-bit, 48 kHz PCM audio with an effects library that provides gain, de-esser, noise reduction, and more. It also features left/right analog RCA inputs and outputs, stereo 3-pin XLR inputs and outputs, and 1/4" BOSS pedal support.
Roland V-160HD Specs
| Available M/E Layers | 8 M/E |
| Effect Types | 8 x Graphic, Transition, Chroma Key, Alpha Key, Luma Key |
| Graphics Memory | 16 Images (Total) |
| Downstream Keys | 2 x Chroma, Luma |
| Generators | 1 x Pattern |
| Audio Mixing | 40-Channel Mixing |
| Switching Type | Pushbutton, T-Bar |
| Processing Resolution | 1080p at 29.97/50/59.94 |
| Color Processing | 8-Bit 4:2:2 YCbCr |
| Audio Processing | 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Video Input Sources | 16 |
| Video Inputs | 8 x HDMI Female 8 x BNC (3G-SDI) |
| Input Video Format | HDMI / SDI 1080p at 23.98/24/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i 50/59.94 fps 720p 50/59.94 fps HDMI 1080p at 24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i 50/59.94 fps 720p 50/59.94 fps 576p 50 fps 576i / 625 lines 50 fps 480p 59.94 fps 480i / 525 lines 59.94 fps WUXGA (1920 x 1200) 60 fps UXGA (1600 x 1200) 60 fps SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) 60 fps FWXGA (1366 x 768) 60 fps SXVGA (1280 x 1024) 60 fps WXGA (1280 x 800) 60 fps XGA (1024 x 768) 60 fps SVGA (800 x 600) 60 fps |
| Audio Inputs | 1 x 2RCA Stereo Analog Female 2 x XLR 3-Pin Analog Male |
| Input Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Embedded Audio Input | HDMI: 2-Channel (per Input) |
| Video Output Channels | 7 |
| Video Outputs | 3 x HDMI Female (Loop Output) 3 x BNC (3G-SDI) Female (Preview) 1 x USB-C (USB Video) Female |
| Output Video Format | HDMI / SDI (8-Bit 4:2:2 YCC) 1080p at 30/59.94/60 fps 1080i 30/59.94/60 fps 720p 50/59.94/60 fps USB-C 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 720p 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 480p 25/29.97/50/59.94 fps |
| Audio Outputs | 1 x 2RCA Stereo Analog Female 2 x XLR 3-Pin Stereo Analog Male 1 x 1/4" TRS Stereo Analog Female |
| Output Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Embedded Audio Output | HDMI: 8-Channel (per Output) SDI: 8-Channel (per Output) USB-C: 2-Channel (per Output) |
| Multiview Output | 1-Way Multiview viaHDMI |
| Other I/O | 1 x DE-9/DB-9 RS-232 Input 1 x RJ45 Control Input/Output 1 x DB-25 GPI, Tally Input/Output 1 x USB-A Service Input |
| Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 292M/424M/425M-A/425M-B |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| IP Video | MJPEG: 1920 x 1080 at 30p, 60p Encoding |
| IP Audio | PCM: Encoding |
| Display Size | 4.3" |
| Screen Resolution | 480 x 272 |
| OS Compatibility | Windows macOS iPadOS *As of June, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| Power I/O | 1 x Barrel (24 VDC) Input |
| Power Consumption | Device: 2.5 A55 W |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 72°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Dimensions | 17.2 x 10 x 4.1" / 437 x 253 x 103 mm |
| Weight | 8.6 lb / 3.9 kg |
| Package Weight | 14.02 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 22.3 x 13.7 x 8.5" |
