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Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher
- Price: $16,495.00
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- B&H # ROV1600HD
- Mfr# V-1600HD
Product Highlights
- Multi-channel Switcher
- Multiple Video Input & Output Formats
- Live Production (Event / Post)
- Multi-screen Solutions / Multi-Zoom
- Built-in High Resolution Monitor (8.5")
- 64 (8 X 8) Memory
- PiP / Key Composition
- Downstream Keyer
- Intuitive Operation
- Dedicated Buttons for Quick Setup
The Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher is an all-in-one multi-channel switcher with a built-in monitor, scalers, and multi-format inputs and outputs. Ideal for live video production, the switcher has 16 inputs for connecting to HD/SD-SDI, DVI-D/HDMI, RGB, Component, S-Video, and composite formats. It comes with 14 mixing channels and allows you to effortlessly mix and output various video sources such as cameras, VTRs, RGB computer sources, Blu-ray/DVD, and high-end SD/HD-SDI video sources without external converters.
With the included HD/SD SDI input for professional video equipment and DVI-D, the switcher directly connects to PC/Mac. You can output digital/analog HD resolution even while down-converting.
The Multi-Format Video Switcher offers various multi-screen solutions such as independent outputs, multi-screen with edge-blending, dual mode, and split mode. One video input can be daisy-chained to multiple inputs using the thru out connectors. The scaler for each input can be zoomed to any position in the video image. With the built-in monitor, you can preview each video source when external monitors are not available or ideal.
With 64 (8 x 8) memory banks, the switcher can store and instantly recall setup parameters. It has the intuitive operating ability to control DSK (Downstream Keyer), key composition, and PiP.
- All-in-One Multi-Channel / Multi-Format
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- Includes a built-in monitor, scalers, and multi-format inputs and outputs (no external card needed)
- Supports HD/SD-SDI, DVI-D/HDMI, RGB, Component, S-Video, still images, and composite formats
- Ideal for live video production
- Multi-Input
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- HD/SD-SDI input x 8 - automatically identifies HD-SDI and SD-SDI; enables you to choose letterbox, crop or fill options if output setup and aspect ratios are different from input
- DVI-D/HDMI input x 2 - supports 4 DVI-D inputs; HDMI signal can be input using HDMI to DVI adaptor
- RGB/COMPONENT input x 4 - equipped with 4 D-Sub 15-pin connectors for analog RGB input and 2 switchable component connectors
- SD input x 2 - composite input (BNC type) and S-Video (Y/C)
- Multi-Output
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- SDI output x 2 - supports HD-SDI or SD-SDI output formats
- DVI-D/HDMI output x 2 - allows you to connect a projector or monitor that supports a digital connection and HDMI output using an HDMI to DVI-D adaptor
- RGB/COMPONENT output x 2 - PC monitor or Projector can be connected from analog RGB or component connector
- SD output x 2 - with the built-in scaler, the switcher enables SD video to be output from the AUX bus
- Live Production
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- Event production - you can effortlessly mix and output various video sources such as cameras, VTRs, RGB computer sources, Blu-ray/DVD, and high-end SD/HD-SDI video sources without external converters
- Aux mode - allows you to set the output at different resolution, making the switcher ideal for sending the program out to a record feed
- Studio production - allows you to composite text/graphics from a PC/Mac on background video content; HD output is available for monitoring, live streaming as well as for display, recording, or broadcasting
- Multi-screen Solutions
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- Independent outputs
- Multi-screen with edge blending - can display a single image on 2 screens with edge blend function for seamless image
- Dual mode - allows you to individually switch 2 video inputs simultaneously and also lets you preview each video source
- Split mode - allows you to display 2 video inputs on a single screen; suitable for comparing the videos on the same screen
- Multi-Zoom
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- One video input can be daisy-chained to multiple inputs using the thru out connectors. The scaler for each input can be zoomed to any position in the video image.
- Built-in High Resolution 8.5" LCD Monitor
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- With preview ability for each video source when external monitors are not available or ideal
- For easy operation, menu functions and parameters can be on the built-in screen and monitor sources can be selected from PGM (Program), PVM (Preview), and AUX (Auxiliary) bus
- Effects
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- PiP - Allows you to combine 2 images in 1 video image
- Key composition - you can combine Chroma/Luminance key and semi-translucent composition using Linear key
- DSK (Downstream Keyer) - allows for compositing by combining visual elements from separate sources into a single image. This involves the replacement of selected parts of an image with other material, usually, but not always, from another image
- Various transition effects - supports Dissolves, NAM (Non-Additive Mix), FAM (Full Additive Mix) mixing type, and 4 types of wipe patterns. The NAM transition allows you to compare 2 images and displays pixel with high brightness levels while switching the images wherein the FAM transition offers images with the luminance level held steady
- Intuitive Operation
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- 64 (8 x 8) memory - can store and instantly recall setup parameters
- Switchable inputs - input format types can be switched from Ch 11-14 and selected format is indicated on the backlit input status indicator
- 14 channels of PGM/PST (Program/Preset) - includes PGM/PST style buttons similar to those used in broadcast switchers and indicates a signal with a green color
- Manual Transition
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- Includes TAKE button and flip flop style T-bar fader
- Quick Access to Functions
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- Dedicated setup buttons for quick and easy setup
- Other Connectors
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- Reference input - used for synchronizing external equipment
- RS-422 remote connector - Controllable using RS-422 via computer software
- TALLY output - TALLY signal is provided for camera or external monitors
- MIDI connector - allows you to control the switcher using any MIDI device or any V-LINK enabled unit
- Other Functions
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- Still Images from USB Memory - supports BMP images with a resolution up to 1920 x 1200 pixels
- Synchronize using V-LINK - enables you to synchronize Roland video mixers/video presenters and digital audio mixers
| Processing | 4:2:2 (Y:Pb:Pr), 10 bit |
| Supported Formats |
SD: 480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p HD: 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p RGB: 640 x 480/60Hz, 800 x 600/60Hz, 1024 x 768/60Hz, 1280 x 768/60Hz, 1280 x 1024/60Hz, 1600 x 1200/60Hz, 1920 x 1200/60Hz 1 Please Note:Confirms to VESA DMT Ver 1.0 Revision 10. |
| Still-Image | BMP |
| Impedance |
(Input/Output Level and Impedance) Composite: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms S-Video: Luminance Signal: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms Chrominance Signal: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms (NTSC), 0.3 Vp-p, 75 ohms (PAL) Analog HD/RGB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms (H, V: 5VTTL) |
| Input Connections |
(Loop thru connectors are equipped for all inputs) Analog SD: S-Video (4 pin mini DIN type) x 1 Composite (BNC type) x 1 (select one from menu) Analog HD (Component): Y/Pb/Pr (BNC type) x 2 D-Sub 15 pin type x 2 (combined use with analog RGB) Analog RGB: R/G/B/H/V (BNC type) x 2 D-Sub 15 pin type x 2 (combined use with analog HD component) DVI-D: Single Link Type x 2 HD/SD-SDI: BNC type x 8 (conforms to SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M) |
| Output Connections |
Analog SD: S-Video (4 pin mini DIN type) x 1 Composite (BNC type) x 1 Analog HD (Component): Y/Pb/Pr (BNC type) x 1 D-Sub 15 pin type x 1 (D-Sub 15 pin type: combined use with analog RGB) Analog RGB: D-Sub 15 pin type x 1 (combined use with analog HD component) DVI-D: Single Link Type x 2 HD/SD-SDI: BNC type x 2 (conforms to SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M) |
| Other Connectors |
Tally: D-Sub 15 pin type x 3 (200 mA, Open Collector type) Remote: MIDI (IN, OUT/THRU) RS-422 (D-Sub 9 pin type) x 1 Reference: BNC type (IN, THRU) (Black Burst, Bi-Level, Tri-Level Sync) USB port (host): A type x 1 for USB memory |
| Effects |
Transition: Mix, FAM, NAM, Wipe (9 patterns) Composition: PinP, Chroma Key, Luminance Key, Split, DSK Others: Output Fade, Edge Blending, Multi Screen (Video Wall) |
| Power Supply | AC117 V, 220 V, 230 V, 240 V (50/60Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 90 W |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 19 x 12.6 x 8.1" (482 x 319 x 206mm) |
| Weight | 17.9 lbs (8.1kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 4 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Professional quality (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
very easy to operate, intuitive
solid built
gives plenty of possibilities
multiview is missing
built in preview is not best quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
I love this switcher, it let me capture my main feed to my computer, and send a different feed to my IMAG system, will be 5 stars if multy viewer was included, and some extra SD inputs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Live events
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
Excellent for event or broadcast. But needs more SD inputs and outputs.
HD inputs were great. Built in screen looks great and is Very helpful.
Some inputs and outputs are too close together.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
Fast to set-up, learn. great picture. I use for live broadcast and meetings.
Would get 5 stars if multi-viewer was built-in & had more than single BNC SD input/Output.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-4
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 4 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Professional quality (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 4 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-4
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
very easy to operate, intuitive
solid built
gives plenty of possibilities
multiview is missing
built in preview is not best quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
I love this switcher, it let me capture my main feed to my computer, and send a different feed to my IMAG system, will be 5 stars if multy viewer was included, and some extra SD inputs.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Live events
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
Excellent for event or broadcast. But needs more SD inputs and outputs.
HD inputs were great. Built in screen looks great and is Very helpful.
Some inputs and outputs are too close together.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Edirol / Roland V-1600HD Multi-Format Video Switcher:
Fast to set-up, learn. great picture. I use for live broadcast and meetings.
Would get 5 stars if multi-viewer was built-in & had more than single BNC SD input/Output.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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