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Roland V-160HD: a compact and portable mixer with built-in streaming capabilities


Roland debuts the new V-160HD multi-channel HD mixer, the first in its portfolio of professional AV solutions with built-in streaming capabilities.

Roland V-160HD: a compact and portable mixer with built-in streaming capabilities
Roland V-160HD: a compact and portable mixer with built-in streaming capabilities

Posted in: Audiovisual Panorama

Perfectly suited to modern hybrid production, the V-160HD allows users to connect with audiences live in Full HD with multiple HDMI and SDI outputs and can simultaneously stream to any popular web platform via USB-C.

It also features an eight-layer video effects engine, 40-channel digital audio mixer, and built-in PTZ camera control , plus state-of-the-art live show automation and cue management tools that simplify difficult tasks. of production.

Compact, portable, and easy to handle, the V-160HD combines the reliable hardware features required for flawless live production with the live broadcast capabilities found in computer-based systems.

With its extensive connectivity and powerful real-time processing, the V-160HD is ready to tackle almost any production. Eight HDMI sources and eight SDI sources can be mixed in Full HD, even with uneven frame rates and color spaces.

Four of the HDMI inputs have built-in scalers to seamlessly connect to legacy computers, tablets, smartphones, game consoles, and 4: 3 devices. It has seven outputs (three HDMI, three SDI and one USB-C) available to feed program screens, auxiliary monitors, multiscreen, streaming software, recorders ...

Presets and macros

The V-160HD's advanced workflow tools allow a single operator to perform multiple functions with a single touch. The 30 preset memories and powerful effects engine work together to achieve seamless scene changes, including transition timing of all composition layers in program output.

The 100 macros go even further, providing one-touch control of complex action lists that can include switching, DSK on / off, audio mixing settings, PTZ camera movements, and much more. more.

An innovative sequencer function debuts on the V-160HD that makes presets and macros even more powerful. Up to 1,000 steps can be recorded in the sequencer , and each step can include both presets and macros. Once the cues are set up in the sequence list, they can be triggered in order during an event using the Next button on the panel.

Its effects engine includes eight composition layers that can be assigned to the program and applet outputs. Four picture-in-picture windows, down key layers, 16 still image storage slots with transparent PNG image support, and much more are available to handle any client's creative needs.

Equipped with the same plug-and-play connection technology as webcams, the V-160HD allows users to broadcast events at 30/60 FPS in Full HD and reach a worldwide audience. Just plug in 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 a source.

Roland V-160HD: a compact and portable mixer with built-in streaming capabilities

Audio mix

As for its 40 channel digital audio mixer offering studio quality sound and processing, it allows users to combine the signals from the 16 video inputs and USB-C along with microphones and sound level devices. line connected to the two balanced combo XLR inputs and the stereo RCA inputs.

Music and other sound sources can also be streamed wirelessly from a phone or tablet via Bluetooth.

The V-160HD features extensive integration with PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) cameras with built-in support for select LAN PTZ cameras compatible with Canon, JVC, Panasonic, Sony, PTZOptics, Avonic, and Visca and can handle up to 16 PTZ cameras simultaneously.

The V-160HD also includes useful production tools, such as tally support, remote recording triggering from Atomos recorders, or RS-232 and GPIO ports. And with free remote control software for macOS, Windows, and iPad, users can improve their workflow through a great graphical interface on a computer or iPad.