Broadcasting & News Create your own TV news channel! Live Audiovisual (AV) production is one of the fast growing areas in communications. It gets everyone involved through the use of cameras, lighting, staging, directing, design, audio recording, streaming, presenting and more! Roland has a great range of audiovisual switchers that will add excitement and interest to your school’s activities as well as help educate your students in the many areas of AV production. Open up a world of possibilities for your students! Suggested Solutions V-1HD HD Video Switcher The V-1HD is a compact, feature-rich AV switcher that is simple to operate. It provides smooth transitions between four HDMI sources including computers, tablets, smartphones, cameras, media players and still images. The V-1HD also has professional effects such as picture-in-picture and keying allowing for graphic insets, titling or even “green screen”. The V-1HD is the ideal solution for in-house meetings, training webinars, product and investor presentations, management meetings, live streaming and recording. The unit also comes with remote control software for your PC or Mac. Learn more VR-6HD Direct Streaming AV Mixer The VR-6HD is a complete HD studio in a compact and portable package that replaces several different pieces of complex A/V equipment. It beautifully integrates a digital audio mixer, video switcher, multi-viewer touch screen, USB video/audio streaming interface and direct streaming to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch into a stand-alone device. The supported Graphics Presenter software for Windows allows you to create stunning titles and graphics without the need for expensive third-party graphic presentation solutions. The unit also comes with remote control software for your iPad, PC or Mac. Learn more VR-120HD Direct Streaming AV Mixer The VR-120HD is an all-in-one, High Definition, multi-format AV mixer. Quite the mouthful! The user-friendly all-in-one VR-120HD is an ideal solution for creating hybrid content. Video switching, digital audio mixing, multi-viewer touchscreen control, USB video capture and direct streaming to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch are all combined in a single unit. The supported Graphics Presenter software for Windows allows you to create stunning titles and graphics without the need for expensive third-party graphic presentation solutions. The unit also comes with remote control software for your iPad, PC or Mac. Learn more V-02HD MK II Streaming Video Mixer Step Up Your Livestreams Ditch the webcam and step up your livestreams with the Roland V-02HD MK II Streaming Video Mixer. Compact, affordable, and simple to use, this desktop device allows you to connect and switch two high-quality HDMI cameras and send them directly to your favorite streaming platform over USB-C. You can also mix in audio sources via dedicated inputs and HDMI, apply video effects and transitions, and more. With the V-02HD MK II, you have the interface you need to bring higher production values to your live video productions. The V-02HD MK II is the world’s easiest two-camera livestreaming solution. With its intuitive layout, large controls, and T-bar fader, it’s incredibly simple to operate, even if you have no broadcasting experience. Go live in three quick steps: Plug in up to two sources via HDMI, including cameras, computers, mobile devices, and gaming consoles. Connect the USB-C output to your computer. Launch your streaming software and select the V-02HD MK II as the camera source. Learn more VR-1HD AV Streaming Mixer Real engagement in real time If you’re a content creator seeking maximum engagement, livestreaming outperforms uploaded video by a significant margin; audiences are larger, watch for longer and post more comments. Roland’s VR-1HD lets you broadcast dynamic multi-camera livestreams, complete with amazing picture and sound that easily outshines ‘standard’ livestreams from a mobile phone or static webcam. Whether you’re a creator, gamer, commentator or presenter, it’s the easy way to livestream with high production standards. And since you’re going to get more comments, ensure they’re good ones with the VR-1HD. Your ‘plug and play’ broadcast studio The VR-1HD has three “worry-free” HDMI inputs, and each one accepts a variety of HD and computer-based video resolutions. This lets you connect, switch and stream different sources including cameras, presentations, gameplay and even smartphones and tablets without having to think about it. The audio from these sources can be blended with the two studio-quality XLR microphone inputs and dedicated line input. Best of all, as the VR-1HD is designed for live broadcasting, its dedicated controls and top-mounted mic input (with gooseneck mic) let you go hands-free and headset-free while live streaming. Learn more VC-100UHD 4K Video Scaler Scale, Convert, and Stream The Roland VC-100UHD is a next-generation A/V signal management solution for live events, fixed installations, and live streaming. This powerhouse processor combines multiple single-task technologies in a compact and flexible half-rack design that fits nicely in a rack or on a tabletop. Roland’s proprietary Ultra Scaler technology supports simultaneous scaling and conversion to multiple destinations, 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. Reach a worldwide audience and broadcast uncompressed 1080p video at 59.94/50 Hz on popular streaming platforms. 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 live streams in ProRes 422 (Mac) or MP4 (Windows) formats for fast editing and content distribution. As modern LED walls advance, High Dynamic Range and Frame Rates beyond 60 fps will become standard, the VC-100UHD is ready today. Thanks to Ultra Scaler technology, system designers can simultaneously deliver 1080p video at rates up to 240 Hz for these future LED walls, 59.94/50 Hz for the HD video displays, and 59.94/50 Hz for an HD Livestream broadcast at the same time. Learn more V-1HD⁺ HD Video Switcher The V-1HD⁺ is the ultimate compact A/V switching solution for serious visual storytellers. Perfect for live events and live streaming*, the V-1HD⁺ has an intuitive four-channel, HDMI workflow with professional audio I/O, to deliver quality content every time. Following in the footsteps of the V-1HD, the V-1HD⁺ is built to last, and features automatic video switching, 14-channel digital audio and a four-layer effects and keying engine for picture-in-picture, titles, logos, and lower thirds text. The V-1HD⁺ also has a remote-control app for iPad, which provides a simple to use, touch interface with easy menu access. *Live streaming requires the Roland UVC-01 Learn more V-160HD Streaming Video Switcher In recent years, the emergence of hybrid events has shifted the production focus of event organisers. There is now a need for quality onsite production for physical attendees, as well as a compelling online stream for an ever-expanding virtual audience. The V-160HD has been custom built to handle the unique demands of hybrid events. Connect with live audiences in Full HD with comprehensive SDI and HDMI I/O and simultaneously stream to any popular web platform via USB-C. There are seven selectable outputs, 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 features that make tough production tasks simple. Importantly, the V-160HD can also be operated with remote control software (RCS) available for iPad, macOS and Windows. Learn more P-20HD Video Instant Replayer Creating slow-motion instant replays in live sports productions typically requires complicated and expensive gear – and the knowledge to run it all. Roland’s P-20HD changes all of that, providing an affordable and easy-to-use solution that lets you bring the pro replay capabilities to any production setup. Offering seamless integration with most Roland A/V switchers and HDMI camcorders and cameras, the P-20HD transforms everyday sports video productions into edge-of-the-seat fan experiences. Using intuitive controls and the integrated color screen, you can easily cue up replays of important action to let fans relive the moment, either on your streaming feed or live events screens - or both at once. 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