Roland Pro A/V - VC-100UHD | 4K Video Scaler

Scale, Convert, and Stream

Introducing the Roland VC-100UHD, a next-generation A/V signal management solution for live events, fixed installations, and livestreaming. Built on a reliable hardware platform for mission-critical applications, this powerhouse processor combines multiple single-task technologies in a compact and flexible half-rack design. With Roland’s Ultra Scaler on board, the VC-100UHD supports simultaneous scaling and conversion to multiple destinations, including 4K LED walls, HD displays, USB livestreams, and more.

Professional A/V signal management in a compact and robust unit
Features 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 I/O with Roland’s Ultra Scaler video processing technology
Internal YCbCr 4:4:4 10-bit lossless processing
HDMI YCbCr 4:4:4 10-bit input/output
Display processing for multiple audiences: 4K, HD, and web streaming
High frame rate support at 100, 120, 144, 200 and 240 Hz with drop frame
Advanced visual effects and image processing
Region of Interest (ROI) switching via external USB numeric keypad
Professional audio processing with flexible patching
USB 3.0 webcam output for livestreaming broadcasts
Front-panel LCD

NEW Control Integration with the V-160HD

Cropped ROI areas on the VC-100UHD can be selected from the V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher via a network connection for video input source expansion.

► Watch the Tutorial Video

Version 1.3 Features

With the free Version 1.3 update, the VC-100UHD continues to evolve with new features and system enhancements. The internal processing has been improved with support for lossless RGB/YCbCr 4:4:4 10-bit over HDMI and 720p and 1440p/144 Hz frame rates. Roland’s innovative Region of Interest (ROI) function has been added to the 4K inputs, with simple switching between ROI windows using an external USB numeric keypad. C/LFE audio mapping has been added for 5.1 surround applications. And there’s now an automatic fan control that regulates operation based on the current environmental conditions, eliminating unnecessary fan noise.

Get Version 1.3

Process Images for Multiple Audiences at Once

Using the VC-100UHD, it’s a simple task to send 4K and 1080p video to multiple destinations at one time, including pixel-hungry LED walls, tech operator displays and recorders, and USB webcam streams for online viewing. With an ultra-high-definition source signal connected to the 12G-SDI or HDMI 2.0 video inputs, the VC-100UHD will automatically process and convert it to different resolutions, ready for distribution at 12G-SDI, HDMI, and USB 3.0 rear-panel outputs.

Front Panel Graphic LCD

With the VC-100UHD’s high-resolution graphic LCD and intuitive menu structure, all functions can be accessed locally without the need for an external control device. On the comprehensive status screens, you can quickly check the resolution, frame rate, HDCP status, color space, bit depth, color gamut, dynamic range, audio levels, and more. In addition, the system message log screen makes troubleshooting easy.

Rear panel

12G SDI IN, OUT, THRU
HDMI IN, OUT
REFERENCE IN, THRU/OUT
AUDIO IN/OUT (Balanced)
LINE IN, LINE OUT (L/R)
REMOTE (LAN)
DC IN (24 V)
USB Ports: USB HOST and STREAMING

The Ultra-Reliable Ultra Scaler

The VC-100UHD features Roland's revolutionary Ultra Scaler, the same no-compromise, ultra-reliable professional video processor found in the flagship V-600UHD 4K video switcher. Backed by a lightning-fast processing engine, Ultra Scaler delivers premium quality conversion for perfectly synchronized big-screen IMAG and precise dot-by-dot scaling for LED wall displays.

Roland's Ultra Scaler supports:

10-bit 4:4:4 pixel-accurate color
Rec. 601, 709 and 2020 wide color gamut
High dynamic range processing and conversion
High frame rate (HFR) video at 100, 119.88, 120, 200, 239.76, and 240 Hz (HDMI input only)
Native DCI Digital Cinema System 4K (4096) resolution

Lossless Conversion with 10-Bit Processing

10-bit HDMI/SDI Input, Output, and 10-bit Processing

When using YCbCr 4:4:4 and YCbCr 4:4:4 subsampling, the VC-100UHD’s 10-bit internal processing fully maintains the color and gradation details of the input source. Compared with 8-bit processing, this allows you to display images with more colors and a smooth, natural look.

High Frame Rates? No Problem.

High frame rate (HFR) video sources can pose signal workflow challenges for integrated systems, but the VC-100UHD handles them with ease. Thanks to Ultra Scaler technology, system designers can simultaneously deliver 1080p video at rates up to 240 Hz for a gaming monitor, 59.94/50 Hz for an HD video system and LED displays, and 59.94/50 Hz for an HD livestream broadcast.

Onboard Visual Effects and Image Processing

Using the VC-100UHD’s built-in visual effects, it’s simple to rotate, flip, and mirror images. For example, a portrait image generated by a smartphone can be trimmed and rotated to fit seamlessly on a 16:9 landscape display for digital signage. And with the VC-100UHD’s Frame Synchronizer and Genlock features, you can easily re-clock and stabilize video images as needed.
*View the VC-100UHD Block Diagram.

Simulate a PTZ Camera with ROI and a USB Numeric Keypad

With the VC-100UHD's built-in Region of Interest (ROI) function, you can easily produce multi-shot productions with a single 4K camera or zoom in and highlight presentation details. Creating an inviting viewer experience has never been easier: select any 4K video input source to zoom, move, crop, and scale up to eight ROI windows. Then, use a USB numeric keypad to switch windows during events like a PTZ camera.

► Learn About the Power of ROI Switching

NEW Switch ROI Windows from the V-160HD

When using the VC-100UHD with the V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher (Version 3.3 and later), you can switch ROI window assignments on the VC-100UHD from the V-160HD via a network connection. Switching on the V-160HD is easy to control with user buttons, macros, GPI, footswitches, or a USB numeric keypad.

► Watch the Tutorial Video

Lean more about the V-160HD

USB 3.0 Webcam Output for Streaming and Recording

Reach a worldwide audience and broadcast uncompressed 1080p video at 59.94/50 Hz on popular streaming platforms with the VC-100UHD. The USB 3.0 webcam output offers plug-and-play operation with the latest USB audio/video protocols, so there’s no software to download or drivers to maintain. And with Roland’s free VR Capture software, you can record your HD livestreams in ProRes 422 (Mac) or MP4 (Windows) formats for editing and distribution.

Advanced Audio Features

Along with video, the VC-100UHD can process embedded digital audio from the 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 inputs. Analog I/O is provided too, with balanced audio on a 25-pin D-sub connector for installations and line-level stereo audio on RCA jacks for prosumer video gear. An advanced audio patching system lets you route and embed/de-embed up to 16 input channels and output up to eight channels. Need to adjust lip sync? Just tweak the delay that’s available on each audio output.

Compact and Ready for Any Application

The VC-100UHD works great as a portable processor for grab-and-go productions, or it can be mounted in a rack for use in larger systems and fixed installations. It also comes equipped with rich integration capabilities, including:

Selectable EDID on HDMI
12 video test patterns (including scrolling and animated patterns) and an audio test tone generator assignable to any channel
Wide-range color correction to support a variety of input and output devices, including LED displays
Support for backing up and recalling system settings on the job via USB memory
Automatic fan control function
C/LFE audio channel mapping
Remote control support over LAN

Application Examples

LED Walls

LED display technology has become a versatile creative tool for event designers. But many corporate events and festivals require pixel widths that exceed the HD format's 1920 pixels. The VC-100UHD’s Ultra Scaler offers dot-by-dot output scaling at incredibly high quality, allowing you to connect to an LED display controller at the exact pixel dimensions needed. Supported resolutions include 4K High Dynamic Range (HDR), 1080p Standard Dynamic Range (SDR), and DCI Cinema 4K.

Esports

Extreme gaming machines are rapidly emerging as the esports market takes off. When milliseconds and costs matter, esports athletes have found a sweet spot for gameplay: 1080p resolution at HFR 120 or 144 Hz for smooth motion while battling opponents. The VC-100UHD lets you integrate these high-end gaming machines into your HD 59.94/50 Hz workflows while keeping gamers happy with a no-latency HFR up to 240Hz throughput. And by de-embedding gameplay audio from HDMI, you eliminate analog-to-digital conversions and keep the sound quality high. Game on!

Livestreaming

The VC-100UHD supports uncompressed livestreaming to global audiences at top quality via USB 3.0. Convert and scale incoming 4K UHD signals to Full HD 1080p/60 resolution or lower resolutions to suit the available bandwidth. Audio delay is also available for correcting any lip-sync issues you might encounter.

Staging

The VC-100UHD's ROI switching offers a great solution to enhance stage events and online sessions when the client doesn't have multiple cameras due to location or budget. Using ROI, you can crop out any part of the 4K video image and enlarge it to HD resolution. Register up to eight crop-out points and switch them instantly using a USB numeric keypad.

Video
Processing: 4:4:4 (Y/Cb/Cr), 10 bit
Formats: SDI:
2160p(DCI)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 48 Hz *2, 47.95 Hz *2, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (SMPTE ST2048)
2160p(UHD)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (SMPTE ST2036)
1080p(DCI)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 48 Hz *2, 47.95 Hz *2, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (SMPTE ST2048)
1080p(FHD)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (SMPTE ST274)
1080i/59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (SMPTE ST274)
720p/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (SMPTE ST296)

HDMI: *1 *4
2160p(DCI)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (CEA-861-F)
2160p(UHD)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz, 23.98 Hz (CEA-861-F)
1080p(DCI)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz *3, 23.98 Hz *3
1080p(FHD)/60 Hz, 59.94 Hz, 50 Hz, 30 Hz, 29.97 Hz, 25 Hz, 24 Hz *3, 23.98 Hz *3 (CEA-861-F)
1080i/59.94 Hz, 50 Hz (CEA-861-F)
720p/60 Hz *3, 59.94 Hz *3, 50 Hz (CEA-861-F)

2560 x 1440/60 Hz (VESA CVT Reduced blanking)
2560 x 1440/144 Hz (Pixel Clock 595.5MHz) *2
1920 x 1200/60 Hz (VESA CVT Reduced blanking)
1920 x 1080/240 Hz (Pixel Clock 556.8MHz､567.0MHz) *2
1920 x 1080/144 Hz(Pixel Clock 346.54MHz) *2
1920 x 1080/120 Hz, 119.88Hz, 100Hz (CEA-861-F) *2
1920 x 1080/239.76 Hz, 200Hz(VESA CVT) *2
1600 x 1200/60 Hz (VESA DMT)
1400 x 1050/60 Hz (VESA DMT)
1280 x 1024/60 Hz (VESA DMT)
1280 x 800/60 Hz (VESA DMT)

*1 HDCP 1.4, 2.2 supported.
*2 Input and through output.
*3 Input only.
*4 Color Space: RGB Full/12bit, RGB Limited/12bit, YUV444/12bit, YUV422/12bit, YUV420/12bit (Valid bits are 10 bits)

* Color Gamut: Rec.601, Rec.709, Rec.2020
* Dynamic Range: SDR, HDR PQ (HDR10), HDR HLG

USB Streaming: *5 *6 *7
1080p, 720p, 640 x 480
*5 UVC (USB Video Class) Uncompressed Video 4:2:2 (Y/Cb/Cr), 8 bit
*6 The video signal frame rate can be selected Full or Half of System frame rate.
*7 Color Gamut: Rec.601, Rec.709, Dynamic Range: SDR
Functions: 4K Scaler
FHD Down Scaler for USB Streaming
Fade to Black
Test Pattern Generator
Rotation *8
Flip H, V
Edge Enhancer
Motion Adaptive Deinterlacer
Color Correction
Dynamic Range Conversion
Frame Rate Conversion (up to 240Hz)
*8 The following functions cannot be used at the same time. Sub Processing, Rotation, HDMI Through.
Audio
Processing: 24 bits/48 kHz
Formats: 12G-SDI: Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 16 ch (SMPTE 299M)
HDMI 4K: Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 8 ch
STREAMING: Linear PCM, 16 bits/48 kHz, 2 ch (UAC (USB Audio Class))
Input Level: LINE IN: -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)
AUDIO IN: +4 dBu (Maximum: +24 dBu)
Input Impedance: LINE IN: 38 k ohms
AUDIO IN: 15 k ohms
Output Level: LINE OUT: -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)
AUDIO OUT: +4 dBu (Maximum: +24 dBu)
Output Impedance: LINE OUT: 1 k ohm
AUDIO OUT: 600 ohms
Functions: Output Level
Patchbay
Delay
Equalizer
Mastering
Test Tone Generator
Connectors
Input Connectors: 12G-SDI IN: BNC type (SMPTE 2082, 2081, 424M(SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, 259M)
HDMI 4K IN: HDMI type A
STREAMING: USB type B (USB3.0)
LINE IN: RCA phono type
AUDIO IN: DB-25 female type (Balanced audio 2 ch)
REFERENCE IN: BNC type (Black Burst (Sync to frames), Bi-Level, Tri-Level)
Output Connectors: 12G-SDI OUT: BNC type (SMPTE ST2082, ST2081, 424M(SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, 259M)
12G-SDI THRU: BNC type
HDMI 4K OUT: HDMI type A
STREAMING: USB type B (USB3.0)
LINE OUT: RCA phono type
AUDIO OUT: DB-25 female type (Balanced audio 2 ch)
REFERENCE THRU/OUT: BNC type (Black Burst)
Other Connectors: USB HOST: USB A type (USB2.0) (for USB flash drive)
REMOTE: RJ45 type, 100BASE-TX
Others
Functions: EDID Emulator
Genlock
Preset Memory x 8
Display: Graphic LCD 256 x 64 dots
Power Supply: AC Adaptor
Current Draw: 2.3 A (DC 24V)
Power Consumption: 55 W
Operation Temperature: +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Dimensions: 210 (W) x 284.5 (D) x 43 (H) mm
8-5/16 (W) x 11-1/4 (D) x 1-3/4 (H) inches
Weight (excluding Accessories): 2.2 kg
4 lbs 14 oz
Accessories: Owner's Manual
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
AC adaptor
Power cord
Rubber feet (4 pcs.)
Rack mount angle set
DC Plug Stopper

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms