Overview
Rolands Professional A/V division has released the V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher, a portable and versatile device that combines live production capabilities with built-in streaming capabilities. It features eight 3G SDI inputs, eight 1080p HDMI inputs, and seven total outputs for various display and streaming options. The V-160HD also includes a 40-channel digital audio mixer, an eight-layer video effects engine, and advanced automation tools for seamless execution of complex tasks.
The V-160HD is equipped with a groundbreaking sequencer function that allows for up to 1000 steps to be recorded and triggered during an event. It also offers powerful PTZ control, extensive device connectivity, and wireless camera tally support. With its plug-and-play USB-C output, the V-160HD can easily stream live events to popular web platforms. Overall, the V-160HD is a compact and reliable solution for hybrid events that require both in-person and online components.
Included in box
1x Roland V-160HD Unit
1x Startup Guide
1x Safety Leaflet
1x AC adaptor
1x Power cord
2x Rack-mount angle
6x Rack-mount angle mounting screw
About the Roland V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher
The latest version 3.50 can be downloaded HERE
Version 3.50 Features
[Ver.3.50] NOV 2025
Additional Functions
Functionality has been added to enable synchronization with Yamaha DM3 series digital mixers.
It is now possible to recall scene memories from the DM3 series via the V-160HD, and to synchronize V-160HD audio channels with DM3 series faders/mute buttons.
Please refer to “V-160HD Reference Manual” for details.
It is now possible to use MACRO to select Graphics Presenter content.
Functionality Improvements
The number of presets that can be recalled using camera control has been changed to 100.
INPUT STATUS is now displayed on the channel selection screen for the VIDEO INPUT menu.
Bug Fixes
The following problems have been fixed.
Audio noise occurs when inputting audio from a Mac via USB for extended periods.
Other minor bug fixes.
Roland’s Professional A/V division announces the V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher, the latest addition to the company’s respected V-series lineup of multichannel HD video switching products and the first with built-in streaming capabilities. Perfectly tailored for modern hybrid production, the V-160HD allows users to connect with live audiences in Full HD with comprehensive HDMI and SDI I/O and simultaneously stream to any popular web platform via USB-C. The V-160HD also features an eight-layer video effects engine, a 40-channel digital audio mixer, and integrated PTZ camera control, plus next-generation cue management and live show automation tools that make tough production tasks simple.
Compact, portable, and easy to operate, the V-160HD combines the reliable hardware features needed to flawlessly execute live productions with the livestreaming capabilities found in computer-based systems. While software workflows are fine for online-only events, the V-160HD delivers the pro essentials to handle both the in-person and web streaming components of a live hybrid event, complete with the ability to tailor the content for each audience.
With its extensive connectivity and powerful real-time processing, the V-160HD is ready to take on nearly any production. Eight HDMI sources and eight SDI sources can be mixed in Full HD, even with mismatched frame rates and color spaces. Built-in scalers are provided on four of the HDMI inputs for worry-free interfacing with computers, tablets, smartphones, gaming consoles, and legacy 4:3 devices. And seven total outputs—three HDMI, three SDI, and one USB-C—are available to feed program displays, three auxiliary outputs, multi-view producer displays, streaming software, recorders, and more. The convenient 16-input dissolve switching mode provides instant access to all HDMI and SDI input sources
Advanced workflow tools in the V-160HD allow a single operator to execute multiple functions with a single press. The 30 preset memories and powerful effects engine work together for seamless scene changes, including synchronizing the transition of all composition layers at the program output. The 100 macros go even deeper, providing one-touch control of complex action lists that can include switching, DSK on/off, audio mixing adjustments, PTZ camera movements, and more.
Making its debut in the V-160HD is a groundbreaking sequencer function that makes presets and macros even more powerful. Up to 1000 steps can be recorded in the sequencer, and each step can include both presets and macros. Once cues are set up in the sequence list, they can be triggered in order during an event using the Next button on the panel.
The V-160HD’s impressive effects engine includes eight composition layers that can be assigned to the Program, Sub-Program and three Aux outs independently. Four picture-in-picture windows, downstream key layers, 16 still store slots with transparent PNG image support, and more are available to manage the creative needs of any client.
Equipped with the same plug-and-play connection technology as webcams, the V-160HD allows users to stream events at 23.98 to 60 FPS in Full HD and reach a worldwide audience. Just connect the USB-C output to a computer and start streaming with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, YouTube, Facebook Live, or any platform that can use a webcam as its source.
Offering studio-grade sound and processing, the V-160HD’s 40-channel digital audio mixer lets users blend signals from the 16 video inputs and USB-C along with microphones and line-level devices connected to the two balanced XLR combo and stereo RCA inputs. It’s also possible to wirelessly stream music and other sound sources from a phone or tablet via Bluetooth.
The V-160HD features extensive PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera integration with onboard support for select Canon, JVC, Panasonic, Sony, PTZOptics, Avonic, and VISCA-compatible PTZ LAN cameras. Different brands can be mixed and matched, and up to 16 PTZ cameras can be operated simultaneously. PTZ control functions can be accessed via the V-160HD main unit, macOS, Windows, iPad, USB numeric keypad and simultaneously via an external PTZ controller.
The V-160HD also includes useful production tools such as tally light support, remote record triggering of Atomos recorders, RS-232 and GPIO ports, and more. And with free remote-control software for macOS, Windows, and iPad, users can enhance their workflow via a large graphical interface on a computer or iPad, which includes iPad Video Monitoring and Switching using the iPad Remote app and many of the latest iPad models with USB-C.
VIDEO
Video Processing 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit
Number of Video Channels 16 channels
Video Input Formats HDMI IN 1–4, SDI IN 1–8
720/59.94p *1, *3
720/50p *1, *4
1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p *2, *3
1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p *2, *4
1080/23.98p, 1080/24p *2
* The input interlaced video signal is converted to progressive video signal by internal processing.
*1 OUTPUT FORMAT = 720p
*2 OUTPUT FORMAT = 1080i or 1080p
*3 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz, 60 Hz
*4 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
HDMI IN 5–8
480/59.94i, 480/59.94p, 720/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/60p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/30p *1
576/50i, 576/50p, 720/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/25p *2
1080/23.98p, 1080/24p
VGA (640 x 480/60 Hz), SVGA (800 x 600/60 Hz), XGA (1024 x 768/60 Hz)
WXGA (1280 x 800/60 Hz), SXGA (1280 x 1024/60 Hz)
FWXGA (1366 x 768/60 Hz), SXGA+ (1400 x 1050/60 Hz)
UXGA (1600 x 1200/60 Hz), WUXGA (1920 x 1200/60 Hz)
* 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.
*1 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz, 60 Hz
*2 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
Video Output Formats HDMI OUT 1–2, SDI OUT 1–3:
720/59.94p *1, *4
720/60p *1, *5
720/50p *1, *8
1080/59.94i *2, *4
1080/60i *2, *5
1080/50i *2, *8
1080/59.94p *3, *4
1080/60p *3, *5
1080/29.97p *3, *6
1080/30p *3, *7
1080/50p *3, *8
1080/25p *3, *9
1080/23.98p *3, *10
1080/24p *3, *11
*1 OUTPUT FORMAT = 720p
*2 OUTPUT FORMAT = 1080i
*3 OUTPUT FORMAT = 1080p
*4 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz
*5 FRAME RATE = 60 Hz
*6 FRAME RATE = 29.97 Hz
*7 FRAME RATE = 30 Hz
*8 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
*9 FRAME RATE = 25 Hz
*10 FRAME RATE = 23.98 Hz
*11 FRAME RATE = 24 Hz
HDMI OUT 3: 1080/59.94p *1
1080/60p *2
1080/29.97p *3
1080/30p *4
1080/50p *5
1080/25p *6
1080/23.98p *7
1080/24p *8
*1 FRAME RATE = 59.94 Hz
*2 FRAME RATE = 60 Hz
*3 FRAME RATE = 29.97 Hz
*4 FRAME RATE = 30 Hz
*5 FRAME RATE = 50 Hz
*6 FRAME RATE = 25 Hz
*7 FRAME RATE = 23.98 Hz
*8 FRAME RATE = 24 Hz
USB STREAM: 1080/59.94p, 720/59.94p, 640 x 480/59.94p *1
1080/60p, 720/60p, 640 x 480/60p *2
1080/29.97p, 720/29.97p, 640 x 480/29.97p *3
1080/30p, 720/30p, 640 x 480/30p *4
1080/50p, 720/50p, 640 x 480/50p *5
1080/25p, 720/25p, 640 x 480/25p *6
1080/23.98p, 720/23.98p, 640 x 480/23.98p *7
1080/24p, 720/24p, 640 x 480/24p *8
*Uncompressed format (YUY2) and Compressed format (Motion JPEG) supported.
*1 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 59.94 Hz
*2 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 60 Hz
*3 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 29.97 Hz
*4 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 30 Hz
*5 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 50 Hz
*6 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 25 Hz
*7 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 23.98 Hz
*8 FRAME RATE(USB OUT) = 24 Hz
Still Image: Bitmap File (.bmp) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color, uncompressed.
PNG File (.png) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color
JPEG File (.jpg, .jpeg) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color
* It can be stored up to 16 files in the internal memory.
* It can be exported in the USB flash drive.
* PNG alpha channel supported.
Video Effects
Transition: CUT, MIX (DISSOLVE/FAM/NAM), WIPE (8 types), SPLIT (2 types)
Composition: PinP x 4 (SQUARE, CIRCLE, DIAMOND), Keyer x 4 (Luminance Key, Chroma Key),
DSK x 2 (Luminance Key, Chroma Key, Alpha Key, External Key)
Others: Multi-View(3 types), Flip horizontal, Flip vertical, Still Image Capture,
Still Image Playback, Output fade (Audio, Video: WHITE or BLACK), Test pattern output
AUDIO
Audio Processing
Sample rate: 24 bits, 48 kHz
Number of Audio Channels 40 channels
Audio Formats USB STREAM (input/output): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch
Bluetooth (input): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch
HDMI IN: Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch
HDMI OUT: Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 8 ch
SDI IN: Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch (Conforms to SMPTE 299M)
SDI OUT: Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 8 ch (Conforms to SMPTE 299M)
Audio Effects Channel Effects: High pass filter, Echo canceller, Anti-feedback, Noise gate, De-esser,
Compressor, 3-Band equalizer, Voice changer, Delay, Auto mixing
Master Effects: Reverb, 3-Band equalizer, Multi-band compressor, Loudness Auto Gain Control,
Adaptive Noise Reduction, Low Frequency Cut, Delay
Others: Output fade, Test tone output
Other Functions Preset Memory (30 types)
Macro Control (100 types)
Sequencer Control (1,000 steps)
Panel lock function
EDID Emulator
Auto Switching
Auto Input Detect
Smart Tally
Remote Camera Control (Up to 16 units)
External Rec Control
CONNECTORS
Video Input Connectors HDMI IN 1–4: HDMI type A x 4
* HDCP Supported
HDMI IN 5–8: HDMI type A x 4
* HDCP Supported
* Multi-format Supported
SDI IN 1–8: BNC type x 8 * Conforms to SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M
Video Output Connectors HDMI OUT 1–3: HDMI type A x 3
* HDCP Supported
SDI OUT 1–3: BNC type x 3
* Conforms to SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M
USB STREAM: USB Type-C (TM)
Audio Input Connectors
Analog:
AUDIO IN 1–2: Combo type (XLR, 1/4-inch TRS phone), phantom power DC 48 V (unloaded maximum), 14 mA
(maximum load)
AUDIO IN 3/L, 4/R: RCA phono type
Digital: USB STREAM: USB Type-C (TM)
Bluetooth HDMI IN 1–8: HDMI type A x 8
SDI IN 1–8: BNC type x 8
Audio Output Connectors
Analog:AUDIO OUT: XLR type
AUDIO OUT: RCA phono type
PHONES: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
Digital: USB STREAM: USB Type-C (TM)
HDMI OUT 1–3: HDMI type A x 3
SDI OUT 1–3: BNC type x 3
Other Connectors
USB MEMORY: USB A type (for USB flash drive, for remote control from USB Numeric Keypad)
USB STREAM: USB Type-C (TM) (for remote control from PC and iPad)
Bluetooth: for remote control from iPad
CTL/EXP:1/4-inch TRS phone type (for remote control from foot switch and expression pedal)
TALLY/GPIO: DB-25 type (Female)(Tally/GPO: 16, GPI: 8)
RS-232: DB-9 type (Male) (for Remote Control)
LAN CONTROL: RJ45 100BASE-TX (for Remote Control)
Reference IN/THRU: BNC type * Black Burst (Sync to frames), Bi-Level, Tri-Level
AUDIO INPUT/OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS
Input Level AUDIO IN 1, 2: -60–+4 dBu (Maximum: +24 dBu)
AUDIO IN 3/L, 4/R: -10 dBu (Maximum: +10 dBu)
Input Impedance AUDIO IN 1, 2: 9.4 k ohms (ANALOG GAIN 0<24 dBu),
74.4 k ohms (ANALOG GAIN ≧ 24dBu)
AUDIO IN 3/L, 4/R: 47 k ohms
Output Level AUDIO OUT (XLR): +4 dBu (Maximum: +24 dBu)
AUDIO OUT (RCA): -10 dBu (Maximum: +10 dBu)
PHONES: 92 mW + 92 mW (32 ohms)
Output Impedance AUDIO OUT (XLR): 600 ohms
AUDIO OUT (RCA): 1 k ohm
PHONES: 10 ohms
OTHERS
Bluetooth Ver 4.2
Profile Support: A2DP (Audio), GATT (MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)
Codec: SBC (Support to the content protection of the SCMS-T method)
Display 4.3 inches TFT Color LCD: 480 x 272 dots
Power Supply AC Adaptor
Current Draw 2.5 A
Power Consumption 55 W
Operation Temperature +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Dimensions 437 (W) x 253 (D) x 103 (H) mm
17-1/4 (W) x 10 (D) x 4-1/16 (H) inches
480 (W) x 253 (D) x 103 (H) mm
18-15/16 (W) x 10 (D) x 4-1/16 (H) inches
* When rack mount angles are fitted.
Weight (excluding AC adaptor) 3.9 kg
8 lbs 10 oz
Accessories Startup Guide
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor
Power cord
Rack-mount angle x 2
Rack-mount angle mounting screw x 6
Options (sold separately) Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: EV-5, EV-30, BOSS FV-500L, FV-500H
Portable hybrid event switcher with comprehensive features and connectivity
Eight 3G SDI inputs with frame rate converters
Eight 1080p HDMI inputs with frame rate converters, including four with real-time scalers
Seven total outputs across SDI, HDMI, and USB-C streaming
Nine selectable output modes: Program, Sub-Program, Aux (3), Preview, and three Multi-View options
40-channel digital audio mixer with effects and processing
Eight-layer video effects engine, 4x PiP/Key and 2x DSK assignable to Program, Sub-Program and Aux (3) independently
16-slot still store function supports screen capture or uploaded BMP, JPEG, and PNG images via alpha channel in the internal non-volatile memory
Powerful live production automation with sequencing, macros, and preset memories
PTZ control with support for multiple brands and mixed protocols running at once
Extensive device control with Bluetooth, USB, RS-232, and LAN
Remote control software available for iPad, macOS, and Windows
iPad Video Monitoring and Switching using the iPad Remote app and many of the latest iPad models with USB-C.
Wireless and wired camera tally support
