Roland V-800HD MkII Video Switcher

OVERVIEW
The Roland V-800HD MkII Video Switcher is a top-of-the-line multi-format video mixer that offers stellar image quality at 1080p. With support for 3G-SDI, this switcher can handle high-resolution video signals at bit rates up to 3 Gbps, providing vivid and detailed visuals from both camera and computer sources.

Featuring eight multi-format channels with independent scalers, the V-800HD MkII allows for seamless switching between various input sources without the need to match resolutions. This makes it a versatile choice for live production, recording, streaming, and broadcasting.

The V-800HD MkII is equipped with 16 inputs, including 4 SDI/composite and 4 DVI-I/HDMI/RGB/component, as well as 6 outputs, including 2 SDI, 2 DVI-D/HDMI, and RGB/component/composite. It also has a built-in multiviewer output, making it easy to monitor your video sources on an HDMI display.

One of the standout features of the V-800HD MkII is its newly developed key-compositing engine, which allows for precise adjustments of chroma, phase range, and HSV colour space parameters. It also has an external keyer for adding CG titles and gradation clips for impressive visual effects.

With assignable video cross-points, this switcher offers flexibility in reordering channel buttons, making it easy to adjust for sudden changes in camera lines or different input formats. It also has a dedicated composite output for down-converting SD signals for archiving or streaming purposes.

The V-800HD MkII also boasts a multi-zoom feature that allows for one input to be shared with up to three more inputs, creating a virtual multi-camera environment. Other effects include a down stream keyer, composite keyer, picture-in-picture, and multiple transitions.

Designed for live events, fixed installations, and various production applications, the V-800HD MkII is a professional-grade video mixer that offers high-quality video output up to 1080/60p, 4:4:4/10-bit processing, and support for 3G SDI input resolutions. With its impressive features and capabilities, it is a top choice for demanding environments such as live events, broadcast, corporate, educational, and house of worship settings.
INCLUDED IN BOX
1 x Roland V-800HD MkII video switcher.
Owner’s Manual
Power cord
Rack-mount angle x 2

About The Roland V-800HD MkII Video Switcher
Please Note: Image for illustration purposes only, monitor not included.

Picture Quality at the Pinnacle of High Definition.

Eight Multi-Format Channels with Independent Scalers. A Variety of Output Formats including a Built-in Multiviewer.

Freely switch between 1080p video that surpasses even broadcast quality. Full support not just for camera video, but for computer output as well – at a full range of resolutions. A new-generation multi-format switcher featuring high-quality built-in scalers on all inputs.

Eight Multi-format Channels from Sixteen Inputs.

Just like the design of the popular Roland V-1600HD switcher the V-800HD MkII is a true multi-format video mixer meaning there is no need to match input sources to the output resolution. Every input has it’s ownbroadcast quality scaler that can individually scale, stretch, crop and zoom each source as required to fit any output resolution chosen.

The V-800HD MkII is HDCP compatible and also features a built-in multi-viewer output that provides a convenient monitoring solution when connected to an HDMI monitor. The eight mixing channels provide connectivity to 3G/HD/SD-SDI, DVI-A/DVI-D/HDMI, RGB, component, and composite formats – as well as an additional two channels for still images assignable via USB memory stick or frame grab.A newly developed key-compositing engine lets you adjust phase range, amount of chroma, and HSV color space parameters. Another key compositing feature includes an external keyer enabling CG titles and gradation clips, enabling impressive visual effects.

Assignable video cross-points allow reordering channel buttons which is especially useful when sudden changes in camera lines or differences in formats create blank spaces between select buttons on the bus. A dedicated composite output enables a down-converted SD signal that is always ready to use for archiving to a DVD recorder or to an encoder for streaming.

The Multi-Zoom feature can be enabled when one video input is shared internally with up to three more inputs – essentially daisy-chaining it. The scaler for each input can zoom into any position in the video image giving the appearance that additional cameras are connected – creating a virtual multi-camera environment. Additional effects include a down stream keyer (DSK), a composite keyer, Picture-in-Picture and multiple transitions.

The V-800HD MkII supports an incredible variety of system design and creative production options for live or fixed installation applications. It is adept and handling LED wall sizing challenges and is ideal for any live event or installation demanding flexibility, stability, high quality, ease of use, and professional connectivity. With video output resolutions up to 1080/60p, 4:4:4/10-bit processing, and support for 3G SDI input resolutions; the highest quality video is achieved. The V-800HD MkII Video Mixer strengthens Roland’s Multi-format video mixer line-up and is positioned to the pinnacle of quality video production for live event, broadcast, corporate, educational, and house of worship applications.

VIDEO PROCESSING
Processing 4:4:4 (Y/Pb/Pr, RGB), 10-bit
SUPPORTED FORMATS
Video 480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p,1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p
* SDI and Composite input can input the same frame rate as a setup menu setting.
PC 640 x 480/60 Hz (*1), 800 x 600/60 Hz (*1) (*3), 1024 x 768/60 Hz (*1),1280 x 768/60 Hz (*1), 1280 x 1024/60 Hz (*1),
1366 x 768/60 Hz (*1),1400 x 1050/60 Hz (*1), 1600 x 1200/60 Hz, 1920 x 1080/60 Hz, 1920 x 1200/60 Hz (*2)
* Conforms to VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 10
*1 Output refresh rate is 75 Hz when frame rate is set to 50 Hz
*2 Reduced blanking
*3 When Reference is set to External, the resolution of 800 x 600 and refresh rate of 60 Hz are no longer compliant with the VESA standard. This means that display on some devices may not be possible in this situation.
Still Image Windows Bitmap File (.bmp)
* Maximum 1900 x 1200 pixels, 24-bit per pixel, uncompressed
INPUT/OUTPUT LEVEL AND IMPEDANCE
Composite 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Analogue HD/RGB 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms (H, V : 5 VTTL)
INPUT CONNECTORS
3G/HD/SD-SDI BNC type x 4
* Conforms to SMPTE 424M (Level-A, Level-B), 292M, 259M-C
DVI-I/HDMI DVI-I type x 4
* Select DVI-A or DVI-D/HDMI using switch per channel
Analogue Video (HD) Component (Mini D-sub 15-pin type) x 4
* Combined use with Analog RGB
Analogue Video (SD) Composite (BNC type) x 4
* Select Composite or SDI using menu per channel
Analogue RGB Mini D-sub 15-pin type x 4
* Combined use with Analog Video (HD)
* Select DVI-D/HDMI or Analog RGB using menu per channel
OUTPUT CONNECTORS
3G/HD/SD-SDI BNC type x 2
* Conforms to SMPTE 424M (Level-A, Level-B), 292M, 259M-C
DVI-D/HDMI DVI-I type x 2, HDMI x 1 (for multi-view monitor)
Analogue Video (HD) Component (Mini D-sub 15-pin type) x 1
* Combined use with Analogue RGB
Analogue Video (SD) Composite (BNC type) x 1
* Combined use with Analogue Video (HD)
* Does not synchronize with Reference Input.
Analogue RGB Mini d-sub 15-pin type x 1
* Combined use with Analogue Video (HD)
OTHER CONNECTORS
Tally Mini D-sub 15-pin type x 2
* Input (max) : 12 V, 200 mA Open collector Type
Reference BNC type (IN, THRU)
* Black Burst (Sync to frames), Bi-Level, Tri-Level
MIDI 5 pin DIN type (IN, OUT/THRU)
RS-232 D-sub 9 pin type x 1
USB port (host) A type x 1 (for USB memory)
EFFECTS
Transition Mix, Cut, Wipe (9 patterns)
Composition PinP, DSK, Chrominance Key, Luminance Key, External Key
Others Output Fade, Output Freeze
OTHERS
Power Supply AC 115 V, AC 117 V, AC 220 V, AC 230 V, AC 240 V (50/60 Hz)
Power Consumption 75 W/0.7 A (115 V, 117 V)
75 W/0.4 A (220 V, 230 V, 240 V)
Operation Temperature +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Accessories Owner’s Manual, Power cord, Rack-mount angle x 2
SIZE AND WEIGHT
Dimensions 482 (W) x 275 (D) x 116 (H) mm
19 (W) x 10-7/8 (D) x 4-5/8 (H) inches
* When rack mount angles are fitted.
Weight 5.5 kg
12 lbs 3 oz
HDCP support.
Input status LEDs.
1 M/E (Key, PinP) + DSK.
Multiviewer monitor output.
10 assignable cross-points.
DVI-D / RGB / HDMI support.
SDI support: 3G, HD, and SD.
4:4:4/10-bit Internal Processing.
Live access to two still-image sources.
Built-in frame synchronizers and scalers on all inputs.
8 Input (4 SDI / Composite + 4 DVI-I / HDMI / RGB / Component).
6 Output (2 SDI + 2 DVI-D / HDMI + RGB / Component + Composite).

Stellar Image Quality at 1080p (3G-SDI)
Supports 1080p video signals at bit rates as high as 3 Gbps — twice the rate of conventional HD. Asserts all the vividness of high-realism, high-detail camera and computer sources.

True Multi-format Performance
There’s no need to convert the input source to match the video output format. The built-in scalers up-convert and down-convert any video source to the optimal resolution.Freely switch between 1080p video that surpasses even broadcast quality. Full support not just for camera video, but for computer output as well -at a full range of resolutions. A new-generation multi-format switcher featuring high-quality built-in scalers on all inputs.

Full Range of Connectivity
The V-800HD supports a large number of input formats, from analog to digital, with all the necessary connectors. The SDI connectors accommodate 3G, HD, and SD. The DVI-I connectors pull full duty for DVI-D, DVI-A and even HDMI using a simple HDMI/DVI adapter. The Mini D-Sub 15 pin type connector accommodates SD/HD component as well as computer input via RGB.

4:4:4/10-bit Internal Processing
The V-800HD uses 4:4:4/10-bit internal signal processing. This lets you achieve compositing and output with no reduction in high-detail RGB signals driven from a computer. The result is a sharp, unblurred display of video and text, even on large screens and LED displays. The V-800HD delivers high image quality for all uses, from live broadcasts to event displays.

Newly Developed Key-compositing Engine
Along with the upgraded internal signal processing, a newly developed keyer is included. Chroma Key lets you adjust phase range, amount of chroma, and other parameters based on HSV color space that is closely related to human chromatic sensation. This allows you to achieve high quality and tight chroma key compositing even when using 1080p video sources. What’s more, the V-800HD can accept an External Key. This attractively composites colorful CG titles and gradation/transparency clips, enabling you to achieve visual effects that are even more impressive.

Multiviewer Output for Source Monitoring
The multiviewer output allows you to monitor the status of all input sources plus the Program and Preview outputs. The convenient HDMI connector enables the use of a readily available and affordable monitor. Use an HDMI monitor that supports HDCP and 60p signals. SDI and composite inputs are displayed at the original source frame rate. DVI-I/HDMI and RGB/Component inputs are displayed using a reduced frame rate. Changing the channel cross-point assignments changes the order of displayed sources. Still images imported from USB memory are not displayed on the source monitor.
Built-in HDCP Mode
When playing back a Blu-ray disc that contains commercial content or digital broadcast programming, the digital output is encoded using HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), which is one means of copyright protection. This means that switchers that are not HDCP-compatible will not display or pass-through such video content, even in cases where permission for use in a live event was obtained from the copyright holder. To resolve this problem, the V-800HD features a dedicated mode that officially supports HDCP. A panel indicator lets you check the operating state when the unit is in the HDCP mode.

*In HDCP mode, no video signals are output from the analog or SDI connectors.
*The display or projector connected to a digital output must be HDCP-compatible as well.
Stellar Image Quality at 1080p (3G-SDI)
Supports 1080p video signals at bit rates as high as 3 Gbps – twice the rate of conventional HD. Asserts all the vividness of high-realism, high-detail camera and computer sources.

True Multi-format Performance
There’s no need to convert the input source to match the video output format. The built-in scalers up-convert and down-convert any video source to the optimal resolution.

Full Range of Connectivity
The V-800HD supports a large number of input formats, from analog to digital, with all the necessary connectors. The SDI connectors accommodate 3G, HD, and SD. The DVI-I connectors pull full duty for DVI-D, DVI-A and even HDMI using a simple HDMI/DVI adapter. The Mini D-Sub 15 pin type connector accommodates SD/HD component as well as computer input via RGB.

4:4:4/10-bit Internal Processing
The V-800HD uses 4:4:4/10-bit internal signal processing. This lets you achieve compositing and output with no reduction in high-detail RGB signals driven from a computer. The result is a sharp, unblurred display of video and text, even on large screens and LED displays. The V-800HD delivers high image quality for all uses, from live broadcasts to event displays.

Newly Developed Key-compositing Engine
Along with the upgraded internal signal processing, a newly developed keyer is included. Chroma Key lets you adjust phase range, amount of chroma, and other parameters based on HSV colour space that is closely related to human chromatic sensation. This allows you to achieve high quality and tight chroma key compositing even when using 1080p video sources. What’s more, the V-800HD can accept an External Key. This attractively composites colourful CG titles and gradation/transparency clips, enabling you to achieve visual effects that are even more impressive.

Multiviewer Output for Source Monitoring
The multiviewer output allows you to monitor the status of all input sources plus the Program and Preview outputs. The convenient HDMI connector enables the use of a readily available and affordable monitor.

Built-in HDCP Mode
When playing back a Blu-ray disc that contains commercial content or digital broadcast programming, the digital output is encoded using HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection), which is one means of copyright protection. This means that switchers that are not HDCP-compatible will not display or pass-through such video content, even in cases where permission for use in a live event was obtained from the copyright holder. To resolve this problem, the V-800HD features a dedicated mode that officially supports HDCP. A panel indicator lets you check the operating state when the unit is in the HDCP mode.

Scalers You Can Use Any Way You Like
The V-800HD features scalers that let you make settings independently for every input source. With these, you can take input sources of different resolutions and adjust to any sizing and resolution including odd-sized LED walls. You can freely scale digital, analog RGB, and component sources.

A Full Range of Keyers
In addition to the newly designed Picture-in-Picture (PinP), Luminance Key, Chroma Key, and DSK for 4:4:4/10-bit input, you can also use an External Key.

Multi-Zoom
Using the shared input function, you can assign the video on channel 1 to channels 2 through 4 and the video on channel 5 to channels 6 through 8. The scaler for each input can zoom into any position in the video image enabling a virtual multi-camera environment. This gives the appearance that you have additional cameras connected.