For Immediate Release

Rebecca Genel
Global PR/Media Relations Manager
Roland Corporation
+1 (323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Genel@roland.com

Bellingham, WA. July 5th, 2012 – Roland Systems Group is pleased to announce the Roland V-800HD Multi-Format Live Video Switcher is now shipping.  The V-800HD is a powerful addition to the popular line of Multi-Format video mixers from Roland and after a very successful launch at the NAB show, many customers have been anticipating it’s arrival. The V-800HD Live Video Switcher is ideal for any live event or installation that requires the freedom to connect any type of source whether it be digital or analog, computer or video format.

The Roland V-800HD is a true multi-format video switcher boasting sixteen inputs and eight channels of mixing with independent scalers on the inputs and outputs allowing you to connect any video format including 3G, HD, SD, computer, digital, analog, SDI, and HDMI. It boasts a built-in multiviewer with HDMI output and supports input/output resolutions up to 1080/60p including 3G SDI. The V-800HD is HDCP compliant which allows you to mix Blu-ray content with computer and camera sources for live production.  The newly developed key-compositing engine, assignable crosspoints, and internal multi-zoom function make the V-800HD ideal for any live production or installed application.

The V-800HD supports an incredible variety of system design and creative production options for various applications. It is adept at 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 Video Mixer strengthens Roland’s Multi-format video mixer line-up and is positioned at the pinnacle of quality video production for live event, broadcast, corporate, educational, and house of worship applications.