Contents Playing Back a Video (with the Video Player) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Panel Descriptions .
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Specification of the TALLY/GPIO Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 ¹ The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Roland is under license.
Panel Descriptions Top Panel AUDIO PLAYER SIG/PEAK indicators This section lets you assign sound sources such as background These indicators light up when audio output is detected. music, sound effects and so on to the pads and then play them Lit red Excessive volume (0 dB and above) back.
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You can input audio from an audio device that uses Bluetooth, Switches between video signals to monitor on the built-in display or use dedicated software on your computer or iPad to remotely (monitor). control the VR-120HD. button Explanation MULTI-VIEW The final output video, preview output video and the MONITOR [1] videos allocated to the cross-point [1]–[8] buttons are...
Panel Descriptions MODE VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons The functions of the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons change The buttons change functions depending on the mode that’s according to the mode you select when pressing the buttons. selected. PANEL OPERATION [SETUP] button Shows the setup screen in the display.
VR-120HD. You can connect a footswitch (such as a BOSS FS-6, sold ¹ Use the dedicated software to remotely control the VR-120HD from a separately) or expression pedal (such as the EV-5, sold separately) computer or iPad that is connected.
Panel Descriptions Connecting Bluetooth® Devices Use the Bluetooth features of the VR-120HD to connect it to your Bluetooth-compatible mobile device. This lets you do the following: ¹ Input the audio signals from your Bluetooth audio device. ¹ Use dedicated app “VR-120HD Remote” to remotely control the VR-120HD from an iPad (p. 96).
Panel Descriptions Connecting a Footswitch 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 Ñ Ñ Ñ Ñ Ò Ò Ò Ò 1/4” phone type 1/4” phone type x 2 Stereo 1/4”...
Turning the Power On Make sure that all devices are powered-off. Turn on the [POWER] switch of the VR-120HD. The menu is organized into functions. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the menu item to edit, and press the [VALUE] knob to confirm.
Panel Descriptions Operating the Setup Screen The VR-120HD features a [SETUP] button for each section. Press the respective [SETUP] button to view the setup screen for that section, and use the touch panel to easily make important settings. Use the menu when you want to access the detailed settings. (p. 97)
Magenta DSK video source Green ¹ For details on the cameras that support the REC status function, AUX bus video source refer to the Roland website. Setup screen https://proav .roland .com/ You can use the touch panel to edit the settings.
Hold the SD card and pull it out towards you. NOTE ¹ SD cards or USB flash drives that are formatted on a different device might not work normally on the VR-120HD. Be sure to format the media on the VR-120HD (in FAT32 format).
What is EDID? 1080p, 1080i 1080p, 1080i 1080p, 720p 1080p EDID is data that is transmitted from the VR-120HD to the source 720p 720p 720p 720p device when the VR-120HD is connected to a source device. EDID contains data such as the formats that can be input to the (*1) The HDMI IN 1–6 connectors are compatible with multiple formats...
Here’s how to assign the video sources (input video, still images and video Here’s how to adjust the output image appropriately for the device that’s player) to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons. receiving the VR-120HD’s output. Ó Ó With the [INPUT SELECT] button lit up, press the MODE [MENU] button “Video Output”...
Adjusts the brightness. Output Format be selected from the livestreaming app. Contrast Adjusts the contrast. Reconnects the computer and the VR-120HD Saturation Adjusts the saturation. Connection Reset when the video is garbled or when operation * The following parameters are only for HDMI IN 1–6 (Scaler).
Video Input/Output Settings Assigning Video Buses to Output Connectors MEMO Assigning the video buses and audio outputs The V-120HD features seven types of video buses. You can assign the You can also assign the desired audio buses (Main Bus, AUX 1 Bus, signals from each video output connector/port (HDMI Out 1–3, SDI Out AUX 2 Bus, Monitor) for each jack, apart from the video bus (p.
Video Input/Output Settings Selecting the Video Sent to the AUX Bus Inputting Copy-Protected (HDCP) Video Here’s how to send the video of your choice to the AUX bus. This lets you If you want to input HDCP-protected video from a BD player or other allocate a separate output that is independent of the final output, such as device, you can enable HDCP input.
Video Input/Output Settings Specifying a Reference Clock You can specify a clock to which operation of the VR-120HD is referenced (a reference clock). [MENU] button Ó “SYSTEM” Ó select “Reference”, and press the [VALUE] knob. Use the [VALUE] knob to specify the reference clock, and press the [VALUE] knob.
Video Operations Switching the Video You can switch between the videos of the PGM bus and PST bus to specify the final output. Setting the Operation Mode Switching in the Dissolve Mode There are two operation modes for switching between videos: “Dissolve” This explains what to do when selecting “Dissolve mode”...
Video Operations Switching in the PGM/PST Mode Changing the Mix Pattern Here are the steps when selecting “PGM/PST mode” in the operation You can change the transition pattern used for a mix transition. mode settings. With the [MIX] button lit up, press the TRANSITION [SETUP] Press the [MIX] or [WIPE] button to select the transition button.
Video Operations Splitting the Video Here’s how to composite two videos in dividing the screen into left/right or upper/lower. Positioning a video MEMO Left or upper: Video on the PGM bus When the split setup screen is shown, you can edit the parameters such as Center Position, PGM Center and PST Center Right or lower: Video on the PST bus by directly dragging on the screen.
Video Operations Switching the Video Automatically (Auto Switching) The video of Input 1–8 or of scene memories (p. 68) can be switched automatically (the auto switching function). You can make operation easier by letting the video switch automatically. About the Operation Mode Turning the Auto Switching Function On/Off Auto switching provides four operation modes that you can select as MEMO...
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Video Operations Input scan Scene memory scan On the setup screen for the auto-switching function, touch On the setup screen for the auto-switching function, touch <Type> to select “Input Scan”. <Type> to select “Scene Memory Scan”. The setup screen changes accordingly. The setup screen changes accordingly.
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Video Operations Beat sync Video follows audio On the setup screen for the auto-switching function, touch On the setup screen for the auto-switching function, touch <Type> to select “Beat Sync”. <Type> to select “Video Follows Audio”. The setup screen changes accordingly. The setup screen changes accordingly.
¹ When using a SD card or USB flash drive for the first time, you must format it using the VR-120HD (p. 13). Use the [VALUE] knob to select the loading destination for ¹ Never turn off the power or remove the SD card or USB flash drive the still image (Still 1–16), and press the [VALUE] knob.
Video Operations Capturing a Still Image from Input/Output Video Outputting a Loaded Still Image Here’s how to capture a still image from the input/output video. You can assign a still image to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons and output it in the same way as with video, or momentarily stop the final Press the [CAPTURE IMAGE] button to turn on (lit).
Video Operations Deleting a Still Image Here’s how to delete the still image that’s saved in the unit. Ó Ó [MENU] button “Still Image” select “Delete Still Image”, and press the [VALUE] knob. Use the [VALUE] knob to select the still image (All, Still 1–16) you want to delete, and press the [VALUE] knob.
¹ When using a SD card or USB flash drive for the first time, you [VALUE] knob. must format it using the VR-120HD (p. 13). Use the [VALUE] knob to select “BITMAP”, “PNG”, or “JPEG”, ¹ Never turn off the power or remove the SD card or USB flash drive and press the [VALUE] knob.
¹ When using a SD card or USB flash drive for the first time, you * When using a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to the USB must format it using the VR-120HD (p. 13). HOST port.
Video Operations Outputting a Loaded Video You can assign videos to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons and output Assigning Videos to the VIDEO them in the same way as with video, or momentarily stop the final output SWITCHER Buttons to output the video. Here’s how to assign a still image loaded into this unit to the VIDEO Playing Back a Video (with the Video Player) SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons, and output the image in the same way as...
Video Operations Freezing the Input Video (Freeze) Here’s how to temporarily freeze the input video (freeze function). You can apply transition effects during a video freeze. Freezing the Input Video MEMO You can assign the freeze function to a USER button to turn the video on/off (“Assigning Functions to the USER Buttons”...
Video Operations Fading-In/Out the Final Output Video Here’s how to perform a fade-out from the final output video to a black screen, or a fade-in from a black screen to the final output video. A scene that you don’t want to output as video can be changed to a black screen. * The final output video and audio fades in/out together when using the factory default settings.
Video Composition Operations Compositing Video with Picture-in-Picture (PinP) Here’s how to composite an inset screen onto the background video. You can use PinP & Key 1–4 at the same time to display four inset screens. This example shows you how to composite video using “PinP & Key 1”. The operation is the same when using “PinP & Key 2–4”. Inset screen 1 (PinP &...
Video Composition Operations Key Compositing the Inset Screen Making Detailed Settings for the Inset Screen You can configure the detailed inset screen settings including size, shape, This process makes part of the inset screen transparent, and composites border width and more from the PinP setup screen. the image with the background video.
You can further composite titles, subtitles/captions and other video on video composited using split (p. 22) or PinP (p. 34). Ø There are two DSK series on the VR-120HD. DSK layers are shown in front of other layers ( memo on p. 34).
Video Composition Operations Compositing a Caption or Image (Luminance Key) Here’s how you can cut out text or image by turning its black or white portion transparent, and then superimpose it on the background video. Background video DSK video source Touch the setup screen to adjust the intensity of the effect.
Video Composition Operations Compositing a Subject and Background (Chroma Key) Here’s how you can cut out a video by turning its blue or green portion Background video DSK video source transparent, and then superimpose it on the background video. This lets you composite a subject that’s photographed against a blue background or green background.
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Video Composition Operations Finely adjusting the key color Specifying a desired color as the key color (sampling marker) You can make fine adjustments to the key color. Configure the following parameters on the DSK setup screen. You can specify the key color to be made transparent by sampling (detecting) a color from the video (sampling marker function).
Video Composition Operations Compositing a Still Image with Alpha Channel Use alpha channels (areas which contain transparency data) to cut out Background video Still image still images and place them against different background video as a composite. Alpha channel Compositing using DSK This shows how to composite an image using “DSK 1”.
Video Composition Operations Using an External Key This sets the key signal (the shape to be cut out) and the fill video (the Fill video source video to be composited) separately. With an external key, the key signal is used to cut out the fill video and superimpose it on the background video Background video to create the composite.
Video Composition Operations Swapping and Copying Settings You can change the stacking order of the inset screens and copy other DSK layer settings by swapping (exchanging) settings with another DSK layer. Touch the page tab at the top right-hand corner of the DSK setup screen and select “Copy”.
Audio Operations Assigning Audio Sources to Audio Channels Adjusting the Input Gain (Sensitivity) You can assign mic audio, line input, video input (HDMI, SDI) and so on to Here’s how to adjust the input gain so that the audio is at the appropriate channels 1–9/10.
Audio Operations Adjusting the Volume Balance MEMO Stereo link function Here’s how to adjust the volume balance of each input and the overall You can link two channels to operate them as a stereo channel. volume. This can be set for channels 1–6. Press the [SETUP] button for the channel whose settings you want to edit, and turn “Stereo Link”...
Audio Operations Adjusting the Volume Balance from the Mixer Screen The mixer screen on this unit’s display lets you adjust the various volumes while checking their values. Press the [AUDIO LEVEL] button. The Audio Level screen appears. Selector for content display Layout selector Drag the faders on the screen to adjust the volumes.
Audio Operations Applying Effects to Input Audio You can apply effects to the input audio to adjust the character of the sound. The following table shows the effects that are available. High-pass Echo Anti- Voice Input audio Noise gate De-esser Compressor Equalizer Delay...
Audio Operations Using an Effect Preset The VR-120HD is equipped with effects that are adjusted for specific Configure the settings for each effect as necessary. environments. These are called “effect presets”. Touch the onscreen graphics to enlarge the settings for the effect. You The effect presets are created using a combination of four effects (high- can also directly drag a point on the graph onscreen to edit.
“from a male to a female voice”, or “robot voice”. the voice that is picked up by a mic connected to the VR-120HD, so that * This only works on the input audio from the AUDIO IN 1, 2 jacks.
Audio Operations Applying Reverb This adds reverberation to the sound. Touch the screen to access the settings. * Reverb is not applied to the audio from the AUX bus. Adjusting how much reverb to send Parameter Explanation Specifies the amount of sound that is returned from the reverb (return level).
Audio Operations Applying Effects to Output Audio Interlinking Audio Output to Video Switching (Audio Follow) Here’s how to modify the tonal character by applying effects. The following table shows the effects that are available. Here’s how the audio output can be automatically switched in tandem with video switching (the audio follow function).
Audio Operations Removing Noise from the Audio (Adaptive Noise Reduction / Low Frequency Cut ) You can remove noise from the input audio. Two effects are provided: “adaptive noise reduction” and “low frequency cut. ÁAdaptive Noise Reduction By continuously monitoring the input audio to detect noise during periods of silence, this removes only the noise component. Unlike conventional noise reduction that removes sound of a specified frequency, this analyzes the frequency of the noise and removes it as appropriate for the environment, resulting in a more natural sound.
Audio Operations Automatically Setting a Comfortable Volume (Auto Mastering Effect) Based on “loudness” (an index of perceptual volume), this automatically adjusts the volume appropriately for broadcast. Loudness measurement can be either long-term or short-term; these differ in the interval of time to which volume adjustment applies. ÁLoudness Auto Gain Control (Loudness AGC) The long-term average loudness is measured, and the volume is adjusted so that it is appropriate overall.
The volume adjustments that would normally be done by the operator can be controlled automatically (auto mixing function). Since this lets you leave the volume adjustments up to the VR-120HD, it can be used in situations where there is no dedicated operator. This is especially useful for meetings, discussions, debates, and other situations where multiple microphones are used.
Audio Operations Silencing Only Specific Audio (Mute) Here’s how you can temporarily mute specific audio (the mute function). Muting Input Audio Muting the Output Audio This shows you how to mute the audio from the main bus, USB Press the [MUTE] button on the channels you wish to mute. output, and AUX bus.
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. Soloing the Input Audio Soloing the Output Audio This shows you how to solo the audio from the main bus, USB output,...
Audio Operations Playing Back Audio Files (Audio Player) Audio files that you created on your computer can be loaded (imported) into this unit as materials, and then played back by using the pads. You can save up to 16 audio files on this unit. Importing an Audio File Supported files WAV (Linear PCM, 48 kHz, 16 bit, stereo/...
Audio Operations Touch the screen to access the settings. Touch the clip name. Parameter Explanation Import Imports the audio. Name Sets the name for an audio clip. Duration Shows the length of an audio clip. Offset Time Sets the playback start position of the audio clip. Level Sets the volume of the audio clip.
Audio Operations Outputting AUX-bus Audio The VR-120HD has four different audio buses: the Main bus, AUX 1 bus, AUX 2 bus and Monitor. You can assign a desired bus to each output connector or jack. Sending Audio to the AUX Bus...
Audio Operations Adding Input Audio to an HDMI or SDI Video for Output The HDMI OUT and SDI OUT connectors support 8-channel embedded audio. You can add input audio (sound) to an HDMI or SDI video that is output. Assigning HDMI/SDI embedded audio and sound Use the [VALUE] knob to select the input audio you wish to assign to the channel, and press the [VALUE] knob.
By using an internet-connected computer with streaming app, you can distribute content as a live internet stream. In order for the audio and video from the VR-120HD to be correctly viewed on the computer, app that supports the USB video class and USB audio class must be installed on the computer.
Starting/Stopping the Livestream, Audio or Touch “Video Rec” and “Audio Rec” to turn them on/off. Video Recording The livestream, audio recording and video recording on the VR-120HD start and stop all at the same time, and cannot be started or stopped separately.
Click “OK”. Getting ready Close the page. Ã Create a Google account beforehand. Ã Make sure that the VR-120HD is connected to the Internet for Operating this unit livestreaming. Select page 1 on the streaming/recording setup screen. Ã To record audio/video, set Audio Rec and Video Rec to “On”...
Click “OK”. Getting ready à Create a Facebook account beforehand. Close the page. à Make sure that the VR-120HD is connected to the Internet for Operating this unit livestreaming. Select page 1 on the streaming/recording setup screen. à To record audio/video, set Audio Rec and Video Rec to “On”...
Select page 1 on the streaming/recording setup screen. à Create a Twitch account beforehand. The parameters for stopping/starting the livestream, audio and video à Make sure that the VR-120HD is connected to the Internet for recording are shown in the status area. livestreaming.
Operating this unit Getting ready Select page 1 on the streaming/recording setup screen. Ã Make sure that the VR-120HD is connected to the Internet for The parameters for stopping/starting the livestream, audio and video livestreaming. recording are shown in the status area.
NOTE The method of operation differs depending on the smartphone model. Check the owner’s manual for your device for details. Connect the USB HOST port of the VR-120HD to your smartphone with a USB cable. USB HOST (Type A) A notification is shown at the top of your smartphone screen.
Avoiding Sporadic Issues When Livestreaming (Safety Delay) The VR-120HD comes with a built-in “safety delay” function that helps you to avoid unexpected troubles during livestreaming. You can set the video and audio buffer (streaming delay time: “Stream Delay”) for the safety delay function.
About the Last Memory function The VR-120HD has a built-in Last Memory feature. Last Memory is a feature 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 feature is enabled by default.
Other Functions Recalling a Scene Memory Initializing a Scene Memory Here’s how you can initialize the settings of a specific preset memory to Only for scene memories 1–8 the factory-set condition. Press the [SCENE MEMORY] button. With the [SCENE MEMORY] button lit up, press the MODE [SETUP] button.
Other Functions Changing the Thumbnail Position You can change the position of the thumbnail used for checking the video/image content, shown on the scene memory setup screen. With the [SCENE MEMORY] button lit up, press the MODE [SETUP] button. The Scene Memory setup screen appears. Touch <Thumbnail>.
Other Functions 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.
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Other Functions Editing a macro Moving a function You can edit the contents of a function, change the order in which it is In step 4 of “Recording a Macro” (p. 71), bring up the executed, or copy/delete a function either while creating a macro or after operation list.
Other Functions Directly recording the panel operations to a macro Executing a Macro You can record the panel operations to a macro, just as you did them. Only for macros 1–8 : Panel operations that can’t be recorded to a macro Press the [MACRO] button.
Other Functions 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. Follow steps 1–3 in “Recording a Macro” (p. 71) to bring Follow steps 1–3 in “Recording a Macro” (p. 71) to bring up the macro setup screen.
Other Functions Initializing a Macro Renaming a Macro You can initialize a macro and completely erase its settings. Here’s how to rename a macro. Follow steps 1–3 in “Recording a Macro” (p. 71) to bring Follow steps 1–3 in “Recording a Macro” (p. 71) to bring up the macro setup screen.
Saving/Loading the Macro Settings You can group together the macro settings (1–100) into a single file (.RMC) and save it to a storage (SD card, USB flash drive,) connected to the VR-120HD. You can access the saved macro setting file on the storage and load it into the unit for use when needed.
Other Functions Loading Initializing All Macros Here’s how to initialize and erase all the macros. Here’s how to load the macro settings that are saved on a storage. Ó Ó Loading the settings overwrites the current settings for the macros [MENU] button “Macro”...
Other Functions Combining Scene Memories and Macros for Operations (Sequencer) The sequencer function lets you record functions such as recalling scene 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.
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Other Functions Editing a list Copying a function In step 2 of “Recording to the Sequencer” (p. 78), bring up You can edit the contents of a function, change the order in which it is the operation list. executed, or copy/delete a function while creating a list or after you’ve Touch <Add Copy Function>.
Other Functions Running the Sequencer Press the button to make the functions recorded in the sequencer MEMO execute one at a time. Repeatedly executing a function in the list Press the USER [4] (SEQUENCER) button to turn the You can repeatedly execute functions that are in a list. Once the last sequencer function on (the button lights up).
Other Functions 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 advances Press the USER [4] (SEQUENCER) button to turn the to the next function.
Saving/Loading the Sequencer Settings You can save the sequencer settings as a single file (.RSQ) to a storage (SD card, USB flash drive) connected to the VR-120HD. You can access the saved sequence file on the storage and load it into the unit for use when needed.
Other Functions Loading Initializing the Sequencer Here’s how to initialize the sequencer and erase all the settings. Here’s how to load the sequencer settings that are saved on a storage. When you load settings, the current sequencer settings are overwritten. Ó...
Backing Up and Restoring the Unit’s Settings You can group together the unit’s settings into a single file (.VR120) and back up it to a storage (SD card, USB flash drive) connected to the VR-120HD. You can access the backed up setting file on the storage and restore it into the unit for use when needed.
Other Functions Overwrite-saving Restoring Here’s how to restore this unit’s settings that you saved on a storage. Insert the SD card into the SDXC card slot. When you restore settings, the current settings are overwritten. * When using a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive to the USB Ó...
USER button. Connect a recorder that supports REC control functionality via HDMI to control rec start/stop on the recorder from the VR-120HD (REC The functions printed on the operation panel are assigned to the control function).
Remotely Controlling a PTZ Camera You can connect up to twelve cameras via the DIRECT STREAM port and remotely control them from the VR-120HD. This allows you to control cameras made by JVC, Panasonic, Canon, PTZOptics, and Avonic, and cameras that support VISCA over IP (such as Sony).
Other Functions Recalling a Preset This shows you how to recall the presets registered in your camera. You can also recall presets from multiple cameras at the same time. Recalling presets with the buttons In step 3 of “Network Settings on the Camera”, bring up the camera control setup screen.
Other Functions Using a Footswitch You can use a footswitch connected to the CTL/EXP 1 and 2 jacks to control the VR-120HD with your foot. You can assign various functions to the footswitch. Ó Ó Ó Value Explanation [MENU] button “Ctl/Exp”...
Other Functions Using an Expression Pedal You can use an expression pedal connected to the CTL/EXP 1 and 2 jacks to control the VR-120HD with your foot. Adjusting the Pedal (Pedal Calibration) Assigning a Function to the Pedal The first time you use an expression pedal, you must calibrate (adjust) the You can assign various functions to the expression pedal.
Control Using the TALLY/GPIO Connector You can use control signals inputted to the TALLY/GPIO connector via GPI to remotely control the VR-120HD from an external device. Also, you can output tally signals or GPO control signals from the TALLY/GPIO connector.
Other Functions Outputting a Tally Signal Outputting a Control Signal Pins 1–16 of the TALLY/GPIO connector can be used to output a tally. You can use connector pins 1–16 of the TALLY/GPIO connector as GPOs to A tally signal is output from the connector pins whenever a VIDEO output control signals.
Using Smart Tally Roland’s own Smart Tally system turns your smart device or computer that’s connected to the VR-120HD into a tally box. This lets you access your smart device or computer via a wireless LAN access point to display a tally on that device.
Other Functions Preventing Unintended Operation (Panel Lock) You can disable operation of the panel’s buttons and knobs to prevent unintended operations (Panel Lock function). Ó Ó Menu item Explanation [MENU] button “System” select “Panel Lock”, and press the [VALUE] knob. Buttons and knobs in AUDIO INPUT AUDIO MIXER 1–9/10 All section...
Other Functions Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) Here’s how you can return the settings of the VR-120HD to their factory-set state. If following the procedures described in this manual does not cause the result you expect, try executing a factory reset.
Other Functions Remotely Controlling the VR-120HD To remotely control the VR-120HD, you can use an external device to send control signals to the unit (p. 91), use a dedicated app, or use LAN/RS-232 commands. Using the dedicated apps “VR-120HD RCS” and LAN/RS-232 command “VR-120HD Remote”...
Menu List 1: Video Assign Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) HDMI 1–6, SDI 1–6, Still 1–16, Player, Stream/Record Status 1–2, Date&Time (Analog/Digital (*)), The default values are as follows. Sets the video source (input video and still images) to assign to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]– HDMI 1 Input 1: [8] buttons.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Specifies the video bus to which this unit’s display is assigned. Program Final output video. Sub Program SUB PROGRAM bus video Preview Preview output video. LCD Monitor AUX bus video Multi-View Multi-view.
EDID is data that is transmitted from the VR-120HD to the source device when the SXGA (1280 x 1024) VR-120HD is connected to a source device. EDID contains data such as the formats that can SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) be input to the VR-120HD (resolution, color space, color depth) and audio information.
Sets the output destination formats that can be selected from the livestreaming app. Output Format YUY2 & MJPEG YUY2 and Motion JPEG are selectable. YUY2 Only YUY2 is selectable. Reconnects the computer and the VR-120HD when the video is garbled or when operation is Connection Reset Exec otherwise unstable.
Menu List 4: Transition Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) These are the detailed mix settings. Specifies the transition pattern for mix. The two videos are mixed as the transition occurs. Video transitions are made with the luminance levels of the two video streams maintained Mix Type unchanged.
Menu List 5: PinP & Key Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) PinP & Key 1–4 These are the detailed settings for PinP and key composition for each PinP and key layer. Specifies the type of PinP compositing. Composites the inset screen on top of the background video.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) When Type = Chroma Key Window Adjusts the inset screen. -50.0–-40 .0–50.0% Adjusts the horizontal position of the inset screen. Position H -50.0–-40 .0–50.0% Adjusts the vertical position of the inset screen. Position V 0.0–35 .0–100.0% Adjusts the size of the inset screen.
Menu List 6: DSK Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) DSK 1, 2 These settings configure the DSK composite details for each DSK layer. 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.
Menu List 7: Audio Fader Assign Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio In 1–9/10, USB In, Bluetooth In, Audio Player, HDMI 1–6, SDI 1–6, Video Player The default values are as follows. Input Fader 1: Audio In 1 Input Fader 2: Audio In 2 Input Fader 1–9/10...
Menu List 8: Audio Input Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio In 1, 2 Adjusts the audio that is input from the AUDIO IN 1 and 2 jacks. Audio In 1/2 (Linked) * “Audio In 1/2 (Linked)” is shown when “Stereo Link” is “ON”. Analog Gain Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the analog domain.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Depth Adjusts the intensity of the effect. 0–64–100 Turns the compressor on/off. Audio that exceeds the specified threshold level is compressed. This reduces the Compressor OFF, ON difference between the maximum volume and minimum volume, making the Effect audio more comfortable for listening.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio In 3–6 Adjusts the audio that is input from the AUDIO IN 3 – 6 jacks. Audio In 3/4 (Linked), * “Audio In 3/4 (Linked)” “Audio In 5/6 (Linked)” is shown when “Stereo Link” is “ON”. Audio In 5/6 (Linked) Analog Gain Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the analog domain.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) 1.00: 1, 1.12: 1, 1.25: 1, 1.40: 1, 2 .50: 1.60: 1, 1.80: 1, 2.00: 1, Specifies the degree of compression applied to the audio. The state in which no Ratio compression is applied is defined as “1”.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio In 7/8, Audio In Adjusts the audio that is input from the AUDIO IN 7/8 – 9/10 jacks. 9/10 Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the digital domain (after conversion from analog to Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB digital).
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. Equalizer OFF, ON This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) USB In Adjusts the audio that is input from the USB STREAM port. Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the digital domain (after conversion from analog to Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB digital).
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. OFF, ON Equalizer This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Bluetooth In These parameters adjust the audio input via Bluetooth. Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the digital domain (after conversion from analog to Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB digital). Adjusts the input volume. Input Level -INF–0 .0–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [7/8]–[9/10] fader.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. OFF, ON Equalizer This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio Player In These parameters adjust the audio input from the audio player. Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the digital domain (after conversion from analog to Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB digital).
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. Equalizer OFF, ON This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) HDMI In 1–6 Adjusts the audio that is input from the HDMI IN 1–6 connectors. Embedded Audio 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 Selects the channel used for embedded audio. Channel Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB Adjusts the digital gain.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. OFF, ON Equalizer This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) SDI In 1–6 Adjusts the audio that is input from the SDI IN 1–6 connectors. Embedded Audio 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 Selects the channel used for embedded audio. Channel Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB Adjusts the digital gain.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. Equalizer OFF, ON This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Video Player Adjusts the audio input from the video player. Digital Gain -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB Adjusts the digital gain. Input Level -INF–0 .0–10.0dB Adjusts the input volume. Input Mute OFF, ON Turns the mute function on/off.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the equalizer on/off. OFF, ON Equalizer This is a 4-band parametric equalizer. It lets you shape the character of the sound by Effect boosting or cutting four frequency regions. Hi Gain -15.0–0 .0–15.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
Menu List 9: Audio Output Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Output Assign Specifies the audio bus that is assigned to each connector. Main Bus, AUX 1 Bus, AUX 2 Bus, Audio Out 1/2 (XLR) Monitor Main Bus, AUX 1 Bus, AUX 2 Bus, Audio Out 3/4 (XLR) Monitor Main...
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Compressor/Limiter OFF, ON Turns the compressor or limiter on/off. Selects the compressor or limiter. Audio that exceeds the specified threshold level is compressed. This reduces the difference Compressor Effect between the maximum volume and minimum volume, making the audio more comfortable for listening Type Effect...
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) These are the settings for the graphic equalizer. OFF, ON It lets you shape the character of the sound by boosting or cutting each of the 15 frequency Effect regions into which the sound is divided. All Flat Exec Sets the equalizer settings to flat (0.0 dB).
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) AUX 1 Bus Adjusts the audio of the AUX 1 bus. Adjusts the output volume. Level -INF–0 .0–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [AUX 1] knob. Mute OFF, ON Turns the mute function on/off.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Adjusts the level that becomes the threshold at which the limiter is applied. Compression Threshold -40–-6–0dB is applied to audio that exceeds the threshold. The volume level of audio that is output is limited so as to stay to below the threshold.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) AUX 2 Bus Adjusts the audio of the AUX 2 bus. Adjusts the output volume. Level -INF–0 .0–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [AUX 2] knob. Mute OFF, ON Turns the mute function on/off.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) These are the settings for the graphic equalizer. OFF, ON It lets you shape the character of the sound by boosting or cutting each of the 15 frequency Effect regions into which the sound is divided. All Flat Exec Sets the equalizer settings to flat (0.0 dB).
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Phones Out/Monitor Adjusts the audio that is output from the PHONES jack. Adjusts the output volume. Phones Level -INF–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [PHONES] knob. Monitor Level -INF–10.0dB Adjust the monitor volume.
Menu List 10: Audio Follow Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) All Audio Follow OFF, ON Turns on/off the audio follow function for HDMI 1–6 and SDI 1–6 in a single action. Turns the audio follow function on/off. HDMI In 1–6 Audio follow is a function that automatically switches the audio output in tandem with video switching.
Menu List 12: Audio Player Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Audio Player Bank Bank A, Bank B Selects the audio player bank. Audio Player 1–8 Import Enter Imports the audio. Name Enter Sets the name for an audio clip. Duration Display only Shows the length of an audio clip.
Menu List 14: Scene Memory Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Specifies the settings loaded at startup. Restores the state that was in effect immediately before the power was turned off (Last Memory Last Memory feature). Start Up The current settings (Last Memory values) are saved every 4 seconds, and when you exit a menu.
Menu List 15: Macro Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Shows a list of the macro setting files (.RMC) that are on the storage. Load From Storage Enter You can select a macro setting file and load the macro (1–100) into the unit. Shows a list of the macro setting files (.RMC) that are on the storage.
Menu List 17: Still Image Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Load From Storage This loads a still image from the storage media. Specifies where to save still images imported from a storage to this unit’s internal memory. Still Image Still 1–16...
Menu List 20: Auto Switching Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Turns the auto switching function on/off. When this is “ON”, the video or scene memory are Auto Switching OFF, ON switched automatically. Specifies the operation mode for auto switching. Input Scan Automatically switches to the video of Input 1–8 when the specified interval.
Menu List 21: Ctl/Exp Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Ctl/Exp 1, 2 These settings for the footswitch or expression pedal connected to the CTL/EXP 1, 2 jacks. Settings for the devices (footswitch or expression pedal) connected to the CTL/EXP 1, 2 jacks. Disables the CTL/EXP jack.
Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) When Ctl/Exp Type = Exp Assign Specifies the function that is assigned to the expression pedal. Explanation Category Value –– No function is assigned. Pauses the normal output, and previews or final outputs a cut of the still Still Output Still 1–16 image.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) These settings assign the functions to the GPI. When an external control signal is input, the assigned functions are executed. Explanation Category Value –– No function is assigned. PGM Channel Select Input 1–8 Switches the video sent to the PGM bus.
QR code for accessing the Smart Tally settings screen (Web) 2D Code for Smart Tally Enter * Note that the QR code is not shown if the VR-120HD is disconnected from the network. Displays the Network Password screen. Set the necessary password for network connection, using four characters.
Specifies the connector from which the camera video is input. When the camera video from Tally Ch HDMI 1–6, SDI 1–6 the VR-120HD is the final output, the camera’s tally light is lit. 25: SD Card/USB Memory Menu item Value...
A signal input via one of the SDI IN 1–6 connectors is used as the reference clock. SDI 1–6 The VSYNC (vertical synchronizing) signal output from the VR-120HD is synchronized to the VSYNC signal input via SDI. This adjusts the phase horizontally.
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Menu List Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Sets whether the PinP/DSK composites are switched on and off in tandem with the video transitions. Effects Transition Sync OFF, ON When this is “ON”, the PinP/DSK composition turn on/off in tandem with the video transitions. The composited result that is previewed is sent to final output when transitioning to a different video.
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Other Functions Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Specifies whether the same video as the final output is sent to the AUX bus (AUX link). Use the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[8] buttons to select the video of the AUX bus. When selecting a video that is not assigned to Input 1–8, set this in “AUX Source”...
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Other Functions Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Specifies the function that is assigned to the AUDIO EFFECT [1]–[4] button. Audio Effect 1–4 Category Value Explanation –– No function is assigned. Turns the mute function on/off for the input audio. Audio Input Mute Main Bus AUX 1–2 Bus...
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Other Functions Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Sets whether to display the AUX/SOURCE indicators in the monitor. Color Explanation AUX/Source Indicator Yellow Shows that this has been selected as an inset screen for the PinP & KEY. Magenta Shows that this has been selected as a DSK video source.
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Other Functions Menu item Value Explanation (bold text: default value) Test Pattern Specifies the test pattern. Off, Color Bars 75%, Color Bars100%, Ramp, Step, Hatch, Diamond, Pattern Selects the test pattern to display. Circle, Color Bars 75%-SP, Color Bars100%-SP, Ramp-SP, Step-SP, Hatch-SP Motion Off, Slow, Fast...
Appendix About Rack Mounting Attaching the included rack-mount angles lets you install the VR-120HD in a 19-inch rack. Attaching the Rack-Mount Angles Important Notes on Rack Mounting ¹ Before mounting, turn off the power to the VR-120HD and detach Turn off the power to the VR-120HD and disconnect the the power cord and all connection cables.
Appendix Main Specifications à Video Video Processing 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit Number of Video 12 channels Channels HDMI type A x 6 HDMI IN 1–6 * HDCP Supported, Multi-format Supported Input Connectors BNC type x 6 SDI IN 1–6 * Conforms to SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M HDMI type A x 3 HDMI OUT 1–3 * HDCP Supported...
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Appendix à Audio Sample rate 24 bits, 48 kHz Audio Processing Number of Audio 42 channels Channels USB STREAM (input/output): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch Bluetooth In (input): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch HDMI IN Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch Audio Formats HDMI OUT...
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* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * This product is a Class A digital device under FCC part 15. * 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.