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Roland V-8HD Reference Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Controlling an External Recorder’s Video Record Start/Stop from the V-8HD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Video Input/Output Settings .

  • Page 2: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Top Panel / Side Panel Name Explanation Name Explanation The program output video and audio fade in/out. PinP 1 Turning the knob toward the left fades the During PinP 1 compositing, this adjusts the output to black, and turning the knob toward the [POSITION H] knob horizontal display position of the inset screen.
  • Page 3 Panel Descriptions Name Explanation Name Explanation Selects the video transition effects. AUX / PinP SOURCE / MEMORY The two pictures are blended Select the object of operation according to the together as the video is switched. [TRANSITION] button function selected by the [MODE] button. The original video is broken into by The selected button lights up.

  • Page 4: Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

    * Never turn off the power or remove an HDMI output connector. the USB flash drive while the USB he V-8HD menu is shown on the display that’s flash drive is being accessed. connected to the OUTPUT 3 connector.
  • Page 5 Panel Descriptions Connecting a Footswitch CTL/EXP 2 CTL/EXP 1 FS-5U x 2 FS-5U x 1 FS-6 FS-7 Stereo 1/4” phone type 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type 1/4” phone type x 2 Stereo 1/4” phone type 1/4”...

  • Page 6: Multi-View Monitor Display

    5 You can edit the label name. Use the SYSTEM menu item “MULTI-VIEW LABEL EDIT” to edit the label name. 5 For details on the cameras that support the REC indicator function, refer to the Roland website. https://proav .roland .com/...

  • Page 7: Turning The Power On/Off

    About the Auto Off function 5 Pressing the [EXIT] button moves you back one level higher. The power to the V-8HD turns off automatically when all of the following states persist for 240 minutes (Auto Off function). 5 No operation performed on the V-8HD...

  • Page 8: Video Input/Output Settings

    Setting the System Format Setting the Input Formats for Channels 7 and 8 On the V-8HD, the input/output format is determined according to By factory default, the EDID assignment for channels 7 and 8 is the system format. You set the input/output format to match the “INTERNAL”...

  • Page 9: Adjusting Output Video

    Here’s how to adjust the output image appropriately for the device Here’s how to adjust the character of the video that’s input to INPUT that’s receiving the V-8HD’s output. 1–8. For INPUT 7 and 8 connectors, you can also adjust the scaling.

  • Page 10: Changing Video Bus Assignments

    Video Input/Output Settings Changing Video Bus Assignments Inputting Copy-Protected (HDCP) Video The V-8HD has four internal video buses (PROGRAM, PREVIEW, AUX, If you want to input HDCP-protected video from a BD player or other and MULTI-VIEW). device, you can enable HDCP input.

  • Page 11: Video Operations

    Video Operations Switching the Video Here’s how to switch between input video while applying an effect, and final output. About the operation mode for video transitions Using Mix/Wipe to Switch Video There are two operation modes for switching the video on the When A/B mode PGM/A bus and PST/B bus: the “PGM/PST mode”...
  • Page 12 Video Operations When PGM/PST mode is selected Changing the mix/wipe pattern You can use the MIX/WIPE menu to specify the pattern by which the Flip the video fader all the way upward or downward. mix/wipe occurs and the direction of the wipe. Press the [MENU] button0select “MIX/WIPE,”...
  • Page 13 Video Operations Using the [AUTO] or [CUT] Button to Switch Video You can use the [AUTO] or [CUT] button to switch video, without using the video fader. * You can perform operations using the [AUTO] and [CUT] buttons both in the PGM/PST mode and in the A/B mode. Press the [AUTO] or [CUT] button at the desired Function Explanation...
  • Page 14 Video Operations Switching the Video Automatically (Auto Switching) The video of INPUT 1–8 or of preset memories can be switched automatically (the auto switching function). You can make operation easier by letting the video switch automatically. Operation modes for auto switching Specifying the operation mode Auto switching provides three operation modes that you Input scan...
  • Page 15 Video Operations Preset memory scan BPM sync Press the [MENU] button0”AUTO SWITCHING”0 Press the [MENU] button0”AUTO SWITCHING”0 select “TYPE, ” and press the [VALUE] knob. select “TYPE, ” and press the [VALUE] knob. Use the [VALUE] knob to select “PRESET MEMORY Use the [VALUE] knob to select “BPM SYNC,”...
  • Page 16 Video Operations Switching AUX Output You can use button operations to directly select the video to send to the AUX bus. Sending the same video as the PGM output to the Use the [MODE] button to select “AUX.” AUX output By using the AUX link function, you can send the same video as the PGM bus (the final output video) to the AUX bus.

  • Page 17: Compositing Video With Split (Split)

    Video Operations Compositing Video with Split (SPLIT) This composites two video streams in a split screen. The final output video is displayed above or on the left, and the preset video (the video to be output next) is displayed below or on the right. Compositing Using Split Press a Cross-point A [1]–[8] button to select the video you want to display above or on the left.

  • Page 18: Using A Visual Effect (Vfx)

    Video Operations Using a Visual Effect (VFX) Here’s how you can apply an effect to the entire video, such as varying the video’s color or shape. You can apply a visual effect (VFX) to the A/PGM bus and B/PST bus respectively. Selecting a Visual Effect Applying Visual Effects Press the [MENU] button0”SPLIT/VFX”0select...

  • Page 19: Compositing Video With Picture-In-Picture (Pinp)

    Video Operations Compositing Video with Picture-in-Picture (PinP) Here’s how to composite an inset screen (a small separate screen) onto the background video. You can use PinP 1 and PinP 2 simultaneously to composite two inset screens. Use the PinP 1 [POSITION H] and [POSITION V] knobs Inset screen 1 Inset screen 2 PinP 1...
  • Page 20 Video Operations Making Detailed Settings for the Inset Screen Using Key Compositing to Remove the PinP Background Video Detailed settings for size, shape, and border width etc. can be made for the PinP 1 and PinP 2 inset screens respectively. By changing the PinP type, you can composite the video by applying “luminance key”...
  • Page 21 Video Operations Copying the PinP Settings Exchanging the PinP 1 and PinP 2 Settings You can copy the PinP 2 settings to PinP 1, or the settings of PinP 1 to You can exchange the settings of PinP 1 and PinP 2. PinP 2.

  • Page 22: Compositing Video With Downstream Keyer (Dsk)

    Video Operations Compositing Video with Downstream Keyer (DSK) Here’s how you can turn a portion of the video transparent and composite it with the background video. You can use luminance key with either a black or a white background, or a chroma key with either a blue or green background. You can additionally composite a variety of text and images with video that was composited using PinP or another method.
  • Page 23 Video Operations Using Luminance Key Compositing using luminance key Luminance key This cuts out text or an image by turning the black or white portion transparent, and composites it onto the background video. Output the background video. At the PVW section of the monitor, check the video to be made the background.
  • Page 24 Video Operations Modifying the superimposed video When using luminance key compositing, you can fill-in the superimposed image or add an edge to it. * This setting is in common with chroma key. Press the [MENU] button0select “DSK,” and press the [VALUE] knob. Use the [VALUE] knob to select the menu items shown below, and press the [VALUE] knob.
  • Page 25 Video Operations Using Chroma Key Compositing using chroma key Chroma key This cuts out a video by turning the blue or green portion transparent, and composites it onto the background video. Using Output the background video. this, you can composite only a subject that you are photographing At the PVW section of the monitor, check the video to be made against a blue screen or green screen.
  • Page 26 Video Operations Finely adjusting the key color (removed color) To specify a desired color as the key color (sampling marker) Press the [MENU] button0select “DSK,” and press You can specify the key color to be made transparent simply by the [VALUE] knob. sampling (detecting) a color from the video.
  • Page 27 Video Operations Compositing a Still Image with Alpha Channel Compositing using DSK Alpha key Use alpha channels (areas which contain transparency data) to cut out still images and place them against different background video Output the background video. as a composite.
  • Page 28 Video Operations Using an External Key Compositing using DSK External key This sets the key signal (the shape to be cut out) and the fill video (the video to be composited) separately. With an external key, the Output the background video. key signal is used to cut out the fill video and superimpose it on the At the PVW section of the monitor, check the video to be made background video to create the composite.

  • Page 29: Using Imported Still Images

    Video Operations Using Imported Still Images You can take a still image captured from input/output video or imported from a USB flash drive, assign it to channel 1 or 8, and output it in the same way as video. You can also use it as a source for DSK compositing (p. 22). You can save up to eight still images in the unit.
  • Page 30 [VALUE] knob. 5 When you’re using a USB flash drive for the first time, be sure to format it on the V-8HD (p. 60). 5 Depending on the USB flash drive, recognition of the flash drive might take some time.

  • Page 31: Saving A Still Image To A Usb Flash Drive

    Video Operations Deleting a Still Image Saving a Still Image to a USB Flash Drive Here’s how to delete the still image that’s saved in the unit. Here’s how a still image captured from the input/output video (p. 29) can be saved to a USB flash drive. Press the [MENU] button0”STILL IMAGE”0select * An image captured while HDCP is ON cannot be saved.

  • Page 32: Freezing Input Video (Freeze)

    Video Operations When you finish entering the name, use the Freezing Input Video (Freeze) [VALUE] knob to select “SAVE,” then press the [VALUE] knob. This temporarily pauses the incoming video. A confirmation message appears. You can apply transition effects and visual effects during a video freeze.

  • Page 33: Applying A Fade To The Output Video (Output Fade)

    Video Operations Applying a Fade to the Output Video (Output Fade) You can apply a fade to the output video. This lets you make the main output video fade to a black (or white) picture at times when you want to suppress video output, such as during intervals in a presentation, event or band performance.

  • Page 34: Audio Operations

    * If the volume level of speaker output is unsuitable even when the volume level on the V-8HD has been adjusted so that level meter light up in yellow, adjust the volume for the speakers and amplifiers. Using “OUTPUT LEVEL” to make adjustments can...

  • Page 35: Applying Effects To Input Audio

    Use the [VALUE] knob to select “OK,” and press the [VALUE] knob. The V-8HD is equipped with effects that are adjusted for specific The preset is loaded. When the operation is finished, the message environments. These are called “effect presets. ”...

  • Page 36: Applying Effects To Output Audio

    Audio Operations Applying Effects to Output Audio You can modify the tonal character by applying effects to the audio output. * You can apply a limiter (LIMITER) to the audio of the AUX bus. LIMITER Press the [MENU] button0”AUDIO OUTPUT”0 select “MASTER OUTPUT”...

  • Page 37: Interlinking Audio Output To Video Switching (Audio Follow)

    Audio Operations Interlinking Audio Output to Video Switching (Audio Follow) You can associate audio with a video switch so that when the video is switched, the specified audio alone is output automatically, and other audio is automatically muted. Applying audio follow to the audio from AUDIO IN Follow the procedure in “Adjusting the Volume Level”...

  • Page 38: Outputting Aux-Bus Audio

    Audio Operations Outputting AUX-bus Audio The V-8HD has two types audio buses: MASTER OUTPUT and AUX. You can assign a desired bus to each output connector. Sending Audio to the AUX Bus Audio bus Explanation MASTER All input audio is mixed and output (master output).

  • Page 39: Silencing Only Specific Audio (Mute)

    Audio Operations Silencing Only Specific Audio (Mute) Here’s how to temporarily silence specific input audio or output audio (the mute function). Muting input audio Muting AUX-bus Audio Press the [MENU] button0”AUDIO INPUT”0select Press the [MENU] button0”AUDIO OUTPUT”0 “HDMI IN 1”–“HDMI IN 8” or “AUDIO IN,” and press “AUX”0select “AUX MUTE,”...

  • Page 40: Checking A Specific Audio Input (Solo)

    Audio Operations Checking a Specific Audio Input (Solo) Here’s how you can temporarily monitor a specific audio input via the headphones (solo function). * The solo function applies to the headphone output. It does not affect output other than the headphones. Press the [MENU] button0”AUDIO INPUT”0select “HDMI IN 1”–“HDMI IN 8”...

  • Page 41: Other Features

    About the last memory function The V-8HD has a built-in Last Memory function. Last Memory is a function that saves the state of the unit that is in effect immediately before power- down, and automatically restores the state at the next startup. The Last Memory function is enabled by default. If you want the unit to recall a specific preset memory when it starts up, use the PRESET MEMORY menu item “START UP”...
  • Page 42 Other Features Initializing a Preset Memory Renaming a Preset Memory You can initialize the settings of a specific preset memory and Here’s how to rename a preset memory. You can assign a name of up completely erase its settings. to 8 characters to each memory. Press the [MENU] button0“PRESET MEMORY”0 Press the [MENU] button0“PRESET MEMORY”0 select “INITIALIZE,”...
  • Page 43 Other Features Specifying the Preset Memory Switching Effect Here’s how to apply MIX/WIPE or PinP/DSK fade when switching preset memories. Press the [MENU] button0“PRESET MEMORY”0 select “FADE TIME.” Use the [VALUE] knob to select the item that you want to set, and then press the [VALUE] knob. Menu item Explanation Specifies the time of the transition when loading...
  • Page 44 5 When using a USB flash drive for the first time, you must A confirmation message appears. format it using the V-8HD (p. 60). 5 Depending on the USB flash drive, recognition of the flash drive might take some time.
  • Page 45 Other Features Loading Here’s how to load the preset memory settings that are saved on a USB flash drive. Doing this overwrites the preset memory (1–24) settings. Press the [MENU] button0“PRESET MEMORY”0 select “LOAD FROM USB MEMORY,” and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 46: Recording Multiple Operations To Automatically Execute (Macros)

    Other Features Recording Multiple Operations to Automatically Execute (Macros) This feature lets you record multiple operations and then automatically execute them (as a macro function). You only need to record the macro operation beforehand and then select the macro to perform the series of operations you recorded. This function is useful for executing exactly the same operations, even when a different operator is using the unit.
  • Page 47 Other Features Editing a macro Copying a function * Copying is disabled if the number of recorded functions have reached the limit (10). You can edit the contents of a function, change the order in which it is executed, or copy/delete a function either while creating a macro Use the [VALUE] knob to select “COPY THIS FUNCTION,”...
  • Page 48 Other Features Executing a Macro Using the buttons (Macro 1–10) MEMO Long-press the [MODE] button to make it light up Using the cross-point buttons to select macros orange. When MODE is macro (the [MODE] button is lit orange), the cross- point buttons function as macro selection buttons.
  • Page 49 Other Features Copying Macro Settings Swapping the Macro Settings Here’s how to copy the settings from one macro to another. Here’s how to swap settings between macros. Press the [MENU] button0“MACRO”0select Press the [MENU] button0“MACRO”0select “LIST EDIT,” and press the [VALUE] knob. “LIST EDIT,”...
  • Page 50 Other Features Initializing a Macro Renaming a Macro You can initialize a macro and completely erase its settings. Here’s how to rename a macro. Press the [MENU] button0“MACRO”0select Press the [MENU] button0“MACRO”0select “ NAME “INITIALIZE, ” and press the [VALUE] knob. , ”...
  • Page 51 5 When using a USB flash drive for the first time, you must A confirmation message appears. format it using the V-8HD (p. 60). 5 Depending on the USB flash drive, recognition of the flash drive might take some time.
  • Page 52 Other Features Loading Here’s how to load the macro settings that are saved on a USB flash drive. Loading the settings overwrites the current settings for the macros (1–100). Press the [MENU] button0“MACRO”0select “LOAD FROM USB MEMORY,” and press the [VALUE] knob. The macro setting files in the USB flash drive are listed.

  • Page 53: Combining Preset Memories And Macros For Operations (Sequencer)

    Other Features Combining Preset Memories and Macros for Operations (Sequencer) The sequencer function lets you record functions such as recalling preset memories or macros, and then execute them in the order you specify. This lets you recreate the desired functions like editing the screen layout or inserting a title, by preparing the functions in line with how the events progress and then simply pressing the [AUTO] button.
  • Page 54 Other Features Editing a list Copying a function Use the [VALUE] knob to select “COPY THIS FUNCTION,” and You can edit the contents of a function, change the order in which press the [VALUE] knob. it is executed, or copy/delete a function while creating a list or after The COPY FUNCTION screen appears.
  • Page 55 Other Features Running the Sequencer Press the button to make the functions recorded in the sequencer execute one at a time. Press the [MENU] button0“SEQUENCER”0select MEMO “SEQUENCER,” and press the [VALUE] knob. Repeatedly executing a function in the list You can repeatedly execute functions that are in a list. Once the last function is finished, press the [AUTO] button to execute the function at the beginning of the list.
  • Page 56 Other Features Making the Sequencer Run Automatically (Auto Sequence) Use the auto sequence feature when you want to make the functions recorded in the sequencer execute automatically. Configuring the auto sequence settings Running the auto sequence Set the action or function that’s executed when the sequencer Use the [MENU] button0“SEQUENCER”0and set advances to the next function.
  • Page 57 [VALUE] knob to select “SAVE,” and press the 5 When using a USB flash drive for the first time, you must [VALUE] knob. format it using the V-8HD (p. 60). A confirmation message appears. 5 Depending on the USB flash drive, recognition of the flash drive might take some time.
  • Page 58 Other Features Loading Initializing the Sequencer Here’s how to load the sequencer settings that are saved on a USB Here’s how to initialize the sequencer and erase all the settings. flash drive. When you load settings, the current sequencer settings are overwritten.

  • Page 59: Saving The Unit's Settings On A Usb Flash Drive

    5 When you’re using a USB flash drive for the first time, be sure A confirmation message appears. to format it on the V-8HD (p. 60). 5 Depending on the USB flash drive, recognition of the flash drive might take some time.

  • Page 60: Formatting Usb Flash Drives

    V-8HD (in FAT32 format). If an error message like “USB memory not ready” is shown, format the media on the V-8HD so that you can use it. 5 Performing formatting causes all data already saved on the USB flash drive to be deleted.

  • Page 61: Using A Footswitch

    Other Features Using a Footswitch You can use a footswitch connected to the CTL/EXP 1, 2 jacks of the V-8HD to control the V-8HD with your foot. You can assign various functions to the footswitch. Connect a footswitch as described in p. 5.

  • Page 62: Using An Expression Pedal

    Other Features Using an Expression Pedal You can use an expression pedal connected to the CTL/EXP 1, 2 jacks of the V-8HD to control the V-8HD with your foot. Adjusting the pedal (pedal calibration) MEMO You should normally use the EV-5 with its minimum volume knob The first time you use an expression pedal, you must calibrate (adjust) left in the zero position.

  • Page 63: Assigning The Functions Of The User [1] [2] Buttons

    Preventing Unintended Operation [2] Buttons (Panel Lock) Here’s how you can lock the V-8HD’s buttons and knobs to prevent * With the factory settings, the freeze function is assigned to the unintended operation. USER [1] button and the auto switching function is assigned to the USER [2] button.

  • Page 64: Controlling An External Recorder's Video Record Start/Stop From The V-8Hd

    If a recorder that supports the “HDMI REC TRIGGER” function is Here’s how you can return the settings of the V-8HD to their factory- connected to an OUTPUT of the V-8HD, you can use the USER [1] or set state. If following the procedures described in this manual does [2] button of the V-8HD to control video record start/stop on that not cause the result you expect, try executing a factory reset.

  • Page 65: Menu List

    If this is “ON, ” the video is input with top and bottom flipped. INTERNAL SVGA (800x600) Specifies the input format (EDID). XGA (1024x768) If this is “INTERNAL, ” EDID information for all formats that can be input to the V-8HD will WXGA (1280x800) be transmitted. FWXGA (1366x768) SXGA (1280x1024)

  • Page 66: 2: Video Output

    -64–0–63 Adjusts the green level. BLUE -64–0–63 Adjusts the blue level. Specifies whether video record start/stop on a recorder equipped with the HDMI REC REC CONTROL OFF, TRIGGER function will (ON) or will not (OFF) be controlled from the V-8HD.

  • Page 67: 3: Transition Time

    Menu List 3: TRANSITION TIME Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) MIX/WIPE TIME 0.0–1.0–4.0sec Specifies the video transition time. PinP 1 TIME 0.0–1.0–4.0sec Specifies the fade time with which the PinP 1 or PinP 2 inset screen appears or disappears when using Picture in Picture (PinP) compositing. PinP 2 TIME 0.0–1.0–4.0sec Specifies the fade time with which the superimposed logo or video appears or...

  • Page 68: 5: Split/Vfx

    Menu List 5: SPLIT/VFX SPLIT/VFX A, B Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Turns the split/visual effect on/off. SPLIT/VFX OFF, ON You can also use the SPLIT/VFX [A] or [B] button to turn this on/off. SPLIT V, SPLIT H, PART MOSAIC, BACKGROUND MOSAIC, FULL MOSAIC, WAVE, RGB REPLACE, COLORPASS,...
  • Page 69 Menu List 9 SPLIT/VFX TYPE: BACKGROUND MOSAIC Applies a mosaic to the portion of the selected area. Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Adjusts the horizontal position of the selected area. POSITION H -100.0–0.0–100.0% You can adjust this by turning the SPLIT/VFX [A] or [B] knob. Adjusts the vertical position of the selected area.
  • Page 70 Menu List 9 SPLIT/VFX TYPE: POSTERIZE Changes the gradations in brightness. Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) LEVEL 1–3–4 Specifies the gradation level for brightness. MIX LEVEL Adjusts the intensity (output level) of the video with the visual effect applied. 0–255 Separates the video into light and dark areas, and makes the dark areas black and 9 SPLIT/VFX TYPE: SILHOUETTE...

  • Page 71: 6: Pinp

    Menu List 6: PinP PinP 1, 2 Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Specifies the video source of the inset screen. HDMI 1–8, STILL 1–8 PinP SOURCE If MODE is “PinP 1 SOURCE” or “PinP 2 SOURCE, ” you can also use the PinP SOURCE [1]–[8] buttons to switch this.
  • Page 72 Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) If this is “MATTE, ” the superimposed logo or video is filled-in with the specified color when using key compositing. FILL TYPE BUS, MATTE The fill-in color is specified by “MATTE COLOR” listed below. Specifies the color used when filling-in the superimposed logo or video.
  • Page 73 Menu List 9 PinP TYPE: CHROMA KEY Composites the video by applying chroma key to the PinP. Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) COPY SETTINGS FROM EXEC Copies the other PinP settings. PinP 2 (or PinP 1) SWAP SETTINGS FROM EXEC Exchanges the settings of PinP 1 and PinP 2.

  • Page 74: 7: Dsk

    Menu List 7: DSK Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Sets the DSK mode. Uses the luminance key (brightness) and chroma key (color) to cut out the video SELF KEY image and create a composite by overlaying the video on a background video. Uses alpha channels (areas which contain transparency data) to cut out still images DSK MODE ALPHA KEY...

  • Page 75: 8: Audio Input

    Menu List 8: AUDIO INPUT HDMI IN 1–8, AUDIO INPUT Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) INPUT LEVEL -INF–0.0–10.0dB Adjusts the input volume. OFF, ON INPUT MUTE Turns the mute function on/off. If this is “ON, ” the input audio is temporarily silenced. Turns the solo function on/off.

  • Page 76: 9: Audio Output

    Menu List 9: AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT ASSIGN Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Specifies the audio bus that is assigned to each connector. MASTER OUTPUT: AUDIO OUT MASTER OUTPUT, AUX All input audio is mixed and output (master output). AUX: Only the input audio sent to the AUX bus is mixed and output.

  • Page 77: 10: Audio Follow

    Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) AUX LEVEL -INF–0.0–10.0dB Adjusts the output volume of the AUX bus. Turns the mute function on/off. AUX MUTE OFF, ON If this is “ON, ” the output audio of the AUX bus is temporarily silenced. 0.0–500.0msec DELAY Adjusts the delay time for output audio.

  • Page 78: 11: Preset Memory

    Menu List 11: PRESET MEMORY Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Selects the preset memory to load. MEMORY1–24: MEMORY24 (*5) LOAD Pressing the [VALUE] knob lets you load the preset memory. Selects a preset memory for saving settings. Pressing the [VALUE] knob lets you save the settings to the preset memory. * The state of the [OUTPUT FADE] knob and [PHONES] knob (headphone volume) is not saved in preset memory.

  • Page 79: 12: Macro

    Menu List 12: MACRO Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Select a macro (a series of recorded operations) to execute. 1: DEMO 1– Press the [VALUE] knob to execute the macro. EXECUTE 100: MACRO100 (*6) If MODE is macro (the [MODE] button is lit orange), you can use the AUX / PinP SOURCE / MEMORY [1]–[8] buttons to execute macros 1–8.

  • Page 80: 13: Sequencer

    Menu List FUNCTION EDIT Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) PGM TAKE SPLIT/VFX TYPE PGM/PST SELECT SPLIT POSITION AUX SELECT AUDIO INPUT LEVEL INPUT ASSIGN AUDIO INPUT MUTE Sets the operation to record to the macro. TRANSITION TIME AUDIO OUTPUT LEVEL * The related menu is shown according to the operation you set.

  • Page 81: 14: Still Image

    Menu List 14: STILL IMAGE Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Loads a still image from a USB flash drive and saves it in this unit. Specifies the save-destination for the still image that is loaded from the USB flash drive. If a still image is already saved, an “...

  • Page 82: 16: Auto Switching

    Menu List 16: AUTO SWITCHING Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Turns the auto switching function on/off. If this is “ON, ” the INPUT 1–8 video or preset memory are switched automatically. AUTO SWITCHING OFF, ON If “AUTO SWITCHING” is assigned to the USER [1] or [2] button, you can also switch this by pressing the button.

  • Page 83: 17: Ctl/Exp

    Menu List 17: CTL/EXP CTL/EXP 1, 2 Value Menu item Explanation (Bold: default) Specifies the device (footswitch, expression pedal) that is connected to the CTL/EXP jack. Disables the CTL/EXP jack. CTL/EXP TYPE CTL A & CTL B Choose this if a footswitch is connected. Choose this if an expression pedal is connected.

  • Page 84: 18: Usb Memory

    Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Specifies the function that is assigned to the expression pedal. * This is valid when “CTL/EXP TYPE” is set to “EXP. ” CATEGORY VALUE Explanation No function is assigned. FADE Operates the video fader. VIDEO FADER H CUT I Switches the video between A/PGM bus and B/PST bus as a cut.

  • Page 85: 19: System

    * A change in this setting does not take effect until you press the [VALUE] knob to 24, 23.976Hz confirm, and then restart the unit. Specifies the system format for the V-8HD. 1080p, 1080i, 720p SYSTEM FORMAT * When you change the setting, the change is not applied until you press the [VALUE] knob to confirm.
  • Page 86 Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (Bold: default) Specifies whether the same video as the PGM bus is sent to the AUX bus (AUX link). Use the AUX [1]–[8] buttons to select the video of the AUX bus. AUX link is enabled, and the same video as the PGM bus is sent to the AUX bus. Temporarily disabling AUX link When you press an AUX [1]–[8] button, the selection of the AUX [1]–[8] button is enabled (lit green).
  • Page 87 If this is “ON, ” and the video that is being output as the program disappears, the program automatically switches to another input video. Turns the Auto Off function on/off. If this is “ON, ” the power to the V-8HD turns off automatically when all of the following states persist for 240 minutes. AUTO OFF...

  • Page 88: List Of Shortcut Keys

    Menu List List of Shortcut Keys You can set the following items without showing a menu. Menu item Operation Remarks MIX/WIPE MIX TYPE Hold down the [TRANSITION] button and turn the SPLIT/VFX [A] knob TRANSITION TYPE: MIX WIPE TYPE Hold down the [TRANSITION] button and turn the SPLIT/VFX [A] knob WIPE DIRECTION Hold down the [TRANSITION] button and turn the SPLIT/VFX [B] knob Hold down the [TRANSITION] button and turn the SPLIT/VFX [A] knob while...

  • Page 89: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting If you suspect a malfunction, please check the following points. If this does not resolve the problem, contact a nearby Roland Service Center. Problem Items to check Action Page Video-related problems Video in a format that differs from the setting on the V-8HD is Could an AUX/PinP SOURCE/MEMORY [1]–[8] button...

  • Page 90: Main Specifications

    Appendix Main Specifications 9 Video Video Processing 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit HDMI type A x 6 INPUT 1–6 * HDCP supported Input Connectors HDMI type A x 2 INPUT 7–8 * HDCP and Multi-format supported HDMI type A x 3 Output Connectors OUTPUT 1–3 * HDCP supported 720/59.94p, 720/60p (*1) (*3)
  • Page 91 4 lbs 7 oz Accessories Startup Guide, AC adaptor, Power cord * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * This document explains the specifications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to the Roland website.

  • Page 92: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions Unit: mm...

  • Page 93: Midi Implementation

    Appendix MIDI Implementation 6 General Purpose Controllers 3 (Controller Number 18) Model: V-8HD Date: October 8, 2021 This control the value of PinP 1 POSITION V. Version: 2.00 Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte Symbol Item Setting Range vv = 0AH–64H (-50–50%)
  • Page 94 Appendix 6 Undefined (Controller Number 28) 6 Channel volume (Controller Number 39) This control the value of DSK GAIN. This control the value of AUDIO INPUT LEVEL (INPUT 4). Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte vv = 00H–7FH (Converted to 0–255) vv = 00H–7FH (refer to “Control Value–Input/Output Level Correspondence Table”...
  • Page 95 Appendix 6 Undefined (Controller Number 56) 9 Control Value–Input/Output Level Correspondence Table (unit: dB) This control the value of AUDIO INPUT MUTE (INPUT 1). -Inf -33.1 -11.3 -0.3 Status 2nd Byte 3rd Byte -80.0 -32.3 -10.7 -76.7 -31.5 -10.3 vv = 00H, 01H (OFF, ON) -73.3 -30.8 -10.0...
  • Page 96 This is the ID to recognize manufacturer of the exclusive bbH, ccH, ddH, ..., eeH, sum message (manufacturer ID). The manufacturer ID of Roland is 41H. Byte Explanation The ID numbers of 7EH and 7FH are expansion of MIDI standards...
  • Page 97 Appendix 2. Parameter Address Map Start Address Description Start Address Description 00H 00H 00H Video Parameter Area 18H 00H 00H Video Parameter (Memory 5) 01H 00H 00H Audio Parameter Area 19H 00H 00H Audio Parameter (Memory 5) 02H 00H 00H System Parameter Area 1AH 00H 00H Video Parameter (Memory 6)
  • Page 98 Appendix 6 Video Output * “xxH” corresponds to the respective channels as indicated below. xxH: 08H–0AH (OUTPUT 1–3) Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 00H xxH 00H OUTPUT ASSIGN 00H–03H PROGRAM, PREVIEW, AUX, MULTI VIEW 00H xxH 01H COLOR SPACE 00H–02H YPbPr, RGB (0–255), RGB (16–235) 00H xxH 02H...
  • Page 99 Appendix Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 00H xxH 1FH HUE FINE 00H 00H–02H 68H 0–360 00H xxH 21H SATURATION WIDTH 7FH 00H–00H 00H–00H 7FH -128–0–127 00H xxH 23H SATURATION FINE 00H 00H–01H 7FH 0–255 00H xxH 25H FILL TYPE 00H–01H BUS, MATTE 00H xxH 26H...
  • Page 100 Appendix Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 00H xxH 12H BG MOSAIC POSITION V 7CH 0CH–00H 00H–03H 74H -50.0–0.0–50.0% 00H xxH 14H BG MOSAIC AREA SIZE 00H 64H–07H 68H 10.0–100.0% 00H xxH 16H BG MOSAIC AREA CORRECTION H 00H 64H–07H 68H 10.0–100.0% 00H xxH 18H BG MOSAIC AREA CORRECTION V...
  • Page 101 Appendix 7Audio Parameter Area 6 Audio Input * “xxH” corresponds to the respective channels as indicated below. xxH: 00H–08H (HDMI IN 1–8, AUDIO IN) Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 01H xxH 00H 7EH 00H 00H, -INFdB, INPUT LEVEL 7FH 79H 60H–00H 00H 00H–...
  • Page 102 Appendix Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 01H 11H 0EH EQUALIZER Mid Q 00H–05H 0.5–16.0 01H 11H 0FH EQUALIZER Lo GAIN 7EH 6AH–00H 00H–01H 16H -15.0–0.0–15.0dB 01H 11H 11H EQUALIZER Lo FREQUENCY 00H–38H 20–500Hz 01H 11H 12H MULTI BAND COMPRESSOR SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 01H 11H 13H...
  • Page 103 Appendix 7System Parameter Area 6 Version Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 02H 00H 00H System Version Major 00H–09H Version Number (Read Only) 02H 00H 01H System Version Minor (1) 00H–09H Version Number (Read Only) 02H 00H 02H System Version Minor (2) 00H–09H Version Number (Read Only) 6 System...
  • Page 104 Appendix Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 02H 02H 06H A/PGM 7 SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 02H 02H 07H A/PGM 8 SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 02H 02H 08H B/PST 1 SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 02H 02H 09H B/PST 2 SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 02H 02H 0AH...
  • Page 105 Appendix 6 AUTO SWITCHING Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 02H 05H 00H AUTO SWITCHING SW 00H–01H OFF, ON 02H 05H 01H AUTO SWITCHING TYPE 00H–02H INPUT SCAN, PRESET MEMORY SCAN, BPM SYNC 02H 05H 02H INPUT SCAN SEQUENCE 00H–02H NORMAL, REVERSE, RANDOM 02H 05H 03H...
  • Page 106 Appendix 7Other Parameter Area 6 Memory Address Parameter Name Sys.Ex.Value Meaning of Value 0AH 00H 00H Memory Load Trigger 00H–17H Memory 1–24 (Write Only) 0AH 00H 01H Memory Save Trigger 00H–17H Memory 1–24 (Write Only) 0AH 00H 02H Memory Initialize Trigger 00H–17H Memory 1–24 (Write Only) 0AH 00H 03H...
  • Page 107 6 2 H 0 3 H 2 3 H 4 3 H 6 3 H Roland Exclusive messages are transmitted with a checksum at the end (before F7) 0 4 H 2 4 H 4 4 H 6 4 H to make sure that the message was correctly received.

  • Page 108: Midi Implementation Chart

    MIDI Implementation Chart HD Video Switcher Date: Oct. 8, 2021 Model V-8HD Version: 2.00 Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default Channel Changed Default × × Mode Messages × × Altered ************** ************** Note True Voice × × Number Note On ×...

  • Page 109: Video Block Diagram

    Appendix VIDEO Block Diagram 1080p SYSTEM FORMAT 1080i 720p STILL IMAGE OUTPUT OUTPUT ASSIGN OUTPUT ASSIGN CAPTURE CAPTURE OUTPUT ASSIGN * Assign for “USER SW,” “CTL A/B,” or “OUTPUT FADE volume.”...

  • Page 110: Audio Block Diagram

    Appendix AUDIO Block Diagram INPUT BUS OUTPUT BUS MASTER MAIN SOLO SOLO OUTPUT CH1 De-embedded CH2 De-embedded MUTE LEVEL LIMITER * Same as video output bus CH1 Embedded OUTPUT 1 SOLO CH2 Embedded CH1 Embedded OUTPUT 2 CH2 Embedded CH1 Embedded OUTPUT 3 CH2 Embedded LIMITER...

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