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  • Page 1 Reference Manual © 2023 Roland Corporation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents ÄOutputting a Loaded Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Panel Descriptions .
  • Page 3 Registering Camera Settings in a Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 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.

  • Page 4: Panel Descriptions

    Panel Descriptions Top Panel AUDIO PLAYER AUDIO EFFECT This section lets you assign sound sources such as background [1]–[3] buttons music, sound effects and so on to the pads and then play them Press to turn the audio effects on/off. You can also assign different back.
  • Page 5 Panel Descriptions [MENU] button Switches the menu screen between visible and hidden. This uses DSK layer to composite video using a downstream keyer. [EXIT] button [PVW] buttons Exits a menu level or cancels an operation. Turns the preview output of the DSK compositing result on/off. [VALUE] knob [PGM] buttons Turns DSK composition on/off.

  • Page 6: Äfront Panel

    Panel Descriptions VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[6] buttons Operation Explanation The buttons change functions depending on the mode that’s mode selected. In this mode, the PST video is displayed in the PVW bus, and you can check the video before outputting it [CUT] button, [AUTO] button to the PGM bus.

  • Page 7: Ärear Panel

    VR-6HD. 500L/FV-500H; sold separately). Connecting expression pedals made ¹ Use the dedicated software to remotely control the VR-6HD from a by third-party manufacturers may cause this unit to malfunction. computer or iPad that is connected.

  • Page 8: Äconnecting Bluetooth

    ® Devices Use the Bluetooth features of the VR-6HD 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-6HD Remote” to remotely control the VR-6HD from an iPad (p. 95).

  • Page 9: Äconnecting A Footswitch

    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 Stereo 1/4” phone type 1/4”...

  • Page 10: Äturning The Power On/Off

    Turn on the power of the output devices. [VALUE] knob. Turn on the power of the devices that are connected to the VR-6HD’s output connectors, such as projectors. When the cursor is shown as a white border, you can select a parameter with the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 11: Äoperating The Setup Screen

    Panel Descriptions Operating the Setup Screen The VR-6HD 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. 10)

  • Page 12: Äswitching The Monitor View

    “LABEL EDIT”. Yellow PinP & KEY inset screen ¹ For details on the cameras that support the REC status function, Magenta DSK video source refer to the Roland website. Green AUX bus video source https://proav .roland .com/ MONITOR 2 (PROGRAM) Shows the final output video.

  • Page 13: Äabout Sd Card

    Before you can use a commercially available USB flash drive with the Some SD card types or SD cards from some manufacturers may not VR-6HD, you must format it as described in “Formatting a USB Flash properly record audio/video with the VR-6HD.

  • Page 14: Video Input/Output Settings

    What is EDID? 1080p, 1080i 1080p, 1080i 1080p, 720p 1080p EDID is data that is transmitted from the VR-6HD to the source 720p 720p 720p 720p device when the VR-6HD is connected to a source device. EDID contains data such as the formats that can be input to (*1) The VIDEO IN 1–6 connectors are compatible with multiple formats...

  • Page 15: Äassigning Video Sources

    Adjusting Output Video 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]–[6] buttons. receiving the VR-6HD’s output. Ó Ó Ó...

  • Page 16: Äadjusting Input Video

    Shows the connection status. Sets the output destination formats that can OUTPUT FORMAT be selected from the livestreaming app. Reconnects the computer and the VR-6HD CONNECTION RESET when the video is garbled or when operation is otherwise unstable. Use the [VALUE] knob to select a parameter shown below, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 17: Äassigning Video Buses To Output Connectors

    Assigning Video Buses to Output Connectors Selecting the Video Sent to the AUX Bus The VR-6HD features seven types of video buses. You can assign the Here’s how to send the video of your choice to the AUX bus. This lets you signals from each video output connector/port (VIDEO OUT 1–3, USB...

  • Page 18: Äinputting Copy-Protected (Hdcp) Video

    Video Input/Output Settings Inputting Copy-Protected (HDCP) Video If you want to input HDCP-protected video from a BD player or other device, you can enable HDCP input. * If you want to output copy-protected (HDCP) video or audio, connect a device that supports HDCP. What’s HDCP? HDCP is copyright-protection technology that prevents unlawful copying of content by encoding the path when sending digital...

  • Page 19: Video Operations

    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”...

  • Page 20: Switching In The Pgm/Pst 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. While the [MIX] button is lit, select “MIX” from the [MENU] Ó...

  • Page 21: Äsplitting The Video

    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 Right or lower: Video on the PST bus parameters such as CENTER POS, PGM-CENTER and PST-CENTER by directly dragging on the screen.

  • Page 22: Äswitching The Video Automatically (Auto Switching)

    Video Operations Switching the Video Automatically (Auto Switching) The video of INPUT 1–6 or of scene memories (p. 65) 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 Ó...
  • Page 23 Video Operations Input scan Beat sync Select “INPUT SCAN” for the operation mode. (p. 22) Select “BEAT SYNC” for the operation mode. (p. 22) The setup screen changes accordingly. The setup screen changes accordingly. Use the [VALUE] knob to select a parameter shown below, Use the [VALUE] knob to select a parameter shown below, and press the [VALUE] knob.
  • Page 24 Video Operations Video follows audio PinP & KEY scan For the operation mode, select “VIDEO FOLLOWS AUDIO”. For the operation mode, select “PinP & KEY 1 SCAN” or “PinP (p. 22) & KEY 2 SCAN”. (p. 22) The setup screen changes accordingly. The setup screen changes accordingly.

  • Page 25: Äloading A Still Image

    ¹ The still image is scaled to the output format size. ¹ When using a SD card or USB flash drive for the first time, you must format it using the VR-6HD (p. 13). ¹ Never turn off the power or remove the SD card or USB flash drive while the message “PROCESSING...

  • Page 26: Capturing A Still Image From Input/Output Video

    Video Operations Capturing a Still Image from Input/Output Outputting a Loaded Still Image Video You can assign a still image to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[6] buttons and output it in the same way as with video, or momentarily stop the final Here’s how to capture a still image from the input/output video.

  • Page 27: Ädeleting A Still Image

    Video Operations Deleting a Still Image Here’s how to delete the still image that’s saved in the unit. Deleting All Still Images Ó Ó [MENU] button “STILL IMAGE” select “DELETE STILL Ó Ó [MENU] button “STILL IMAGE” select “DELETE ALL IMAGE”, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 28: Äsaving A Still Image To A Sd Card Or Usb Flash Drive

    Touch the screen to select the still image to export. [VALUE] knob. The still image is written to the storage. The still image is saved to the “Roland/VR-6HD/still” (still image) folder on the storage media. Press the [MENU] button to close the menu.

  • Page 29: Äimporting A Video

    ¹ When using a SD card or USB flash drive for the first time, you must format it using the VR-6HD (p. 13). ¹ Never turn off the power or remove the SD card or USB flash drive while the message “PROCESSING... ” is shown.

  • Page 30: Äoutputting A Loaded Video

    Video Operations Outputting a Loaded Video You can assign videos to the VIDEO SWITCHER [1]–[6] 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]–[6] buttons, and output the image in the same way as...

  • Page 31: Äfreezing The Input Video (Freeze)

    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. Setting the Operation Mode Freezing the Input Video Ó Ó There are two freeze modes: the “ALL mode” for freezing all input video, [MENU] button “VIDEO”...

  • Page 32: Äfading-In/Out The Final Output Video

    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 settings.

  • Page 33: Video Composition Operations

    Video Composition Operations Compositing Video with Picture-in-Picture (PinP) Composites the inset screen on top of the background video. You can use PinP & KEY 1–2 at the same time to display two inset screens. This example shows you how to composite video using “PinP & KEY 1”. The operation is the same when using “PinP & KEY 2”. Inset screen 1 (PinP &...

  • Page 34: Making Detailed Settings For The Inset Screen

    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.

  • Page 35: Äcompositing Video With Downstream Keyer (Dsk)

    Video Composition Operations Compositing Video with Downstream Keyer (DSK) You can further composite titles, subtitles/captions and other video on video composited using split (p. 21) or PinP (p. 33). Ø DSK layer is shown in front of other layers ( memo on p.

  • Page 36: Compositing A Caption Or Image (Luminance Key)

    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.

  • Page 37: Compositing A Subject And Background (Chroma Key)

    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.
  • Page 38 Video Composition Operations Finely adjusting the key color You can make fine adjustments to the key color. Configure the following parameters on the DSK setup screen. Parameter Explanation CHROMA (page 2) HUE WIDTH Adjusts the hue width. HUE FINE Adjusts the center position of the hue. SATURATION WIDTH Adjusts the saturation width.

  • Page 39: Compositing A Still Image With Alpha Channel

    Video Composition Operations Compositing a Still Image with Alpha Channel Uses 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 Touch the setup screen to adjust the intensity of the effect.

  • Page 40: Using An External Key

    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. This uses the key signal to cut out the fill video and superimpose it on the background video to create the Background video composite.

  • Page 41: Audio Operations

    Audio Operations Assigning Audio Sources to Audio Channels Adjusting the Input Gain (Sensitivity) You can assign mic audio, line input, video input and so on to channels Here’s how to adjust the input gain so that the audio is at the appropriate 1–7/8.

  • Page 42: Äadjusting The Volume Balance

    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”...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Volume Balance From The Mixer Screen

    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 [MONITOR] button a number of times to select AUDIO LEVEL. The Audio Level screen appears. Switch between pages Touch the tabs at the top of the screen to switch to a page from ALL to CUSTOM.

  • Page 44: Äapplying Effects To Input Audio

    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 Voice Input audio Anti-feedback Noise gate De-esser Compressor Equalizer Delay...

  • Page 45: Using An Effect Preset

    Audio Operations Using an Effect Preset The VR-6HD 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.

  • Page 46: Suppressing Echo In A Web Conference System (Echo Canceller)

    “from a male to a female voice”, or “robot voice”. the voice that is picked up by a mic connected to the VR-6HD, so that only * This only works on the input audio from the AUDIO IN 1, 2 jacks.

  • Page 47: Applying Reverb

    Audio Operations Applying Reverb Adds reverberation to the sound. Adjusting how much reverb to send Parameter Explanation REVERB SEND Adjusts the amount of audio sent to reverb. Adjusting how much reverb is returned * On the audio output setup screen, adjust how much reverb is returned.

  • Page 48: Äapplying Effects To Output Audio

    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 Compressor/ Graphic Adaptive...

  • Page 49: Äremoving Noise From The Audio (Adaptive Noise Reduction / Low Frequency Cut )

    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.

  • Page 50: Äautomatically Setting A Comfortable Volume (Auto Mastering Effect)

    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.

  • Page 51: Äcontrolling The Volume Automatically (Auto Mixing)

    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-6HD, 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.

  • Page 52: Äsilencing Only Specific Audio (Mute)

    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 mutes the audio from the MAIN bus, USB OUT or the AUX 1/2 bus. Press the [MUTE] button on the channels you wish to mute.

  • Page 53: Äplaying Back Audio Files (Audio Player)

    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 12 audio files on this unit. Importing an Audio File When the confirmation dialog box appears, select “OK”...

  • Page 54: Setting An Audio Clip

    Audio Operations Swapping, copying and deleting clips Setting an Audio Clip You can copy and swap clips, and you can also initialize and delete the Press the AUDIO PLAYER [SETUP] button. audio clips you no longer need. The Audio Player setup screen appears. Press the AUDIO PLAYER [SETUP] button.

  • Page 55: Äoutputting Aux-Bus Audio

    Audio Operations Outputting AUX-bus Audio The VR-6HD has four different audio buses: the MAIN bus, AUX 1 bus, AUX 2 bus and MONITOR bus. You can assign a desired bus to each output connector or jack. Audio bus Explanation MAIN bus All input audio is mixed and output (main output).

  • Page 56: Äadding Input Audio To An Hdmi Video For Output

    Audio Operations Adding Input Audio to an HDMI Video for Output The VIDEO OUT connectors support 6-channel embedded audio. You can add input audio (sound) to an HDMI video that is output. Assigning HDMI 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.

  • Page 57: Live Streaming

    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-6HD to be correctly viewed on the computer, app that supports the USB video class and USB audio class must be installed on the computer.

  • Page 58: Ästreaming/Capturing Video Directly

    Network Requirements Starting/Stopping the Livestream, Audio or Video Recording The livestream, audio recording and video recording on the VR-6HD start and stop all at the same time, and cannot be started or stopped separately. * You can separately set whether to livestream, record audio or video.

  • Page 59: Livestreaming Via Youtube Live

    Click “OK”. Getting ready Close the page. Ã Create a Google account beforehand. Ã Make sure that the VR-6HD is connected to the Internet for Operating this unit livestreaming. Select the streaming/video recording screen. Ã To record audio/video, set AUDIO REC and VIDEO REC to “ON” (p.

  • Page 60: Livestreaming Via Facebook Live

    QR code screen until the “URL” and “STREAM Ã Create a Facebook account beforehand. KEY” have been applied. Ã Make sure that the VR-6HD is connected to the Internet for livestreaming. Click “OK”. Ã To record audio/video, set AUDIO REC and VIDEO REC to “ON” (p.

  • Page 61: Livestreaming Via Twitch

    Select the streaming/video recording screen. à Create a Twitch account beforehand. The parameters for stopping/starting the livestream, audio and video à Make sure that the VR-6HD is connected to the Internet for recording are shown in the status area. livestreaming.

  • Page 62: Streaming With Custom Settings

    Streaming with Custom Settings Operating this unit Getting ready Select the streaming/video recording screen. Ã Make sure that the VR-6HD is connected to the Internet for The parameters for stopping/starting the livestream, audio and video livestreaming. recording are shown in the status area.

  • Page 63: Tethering

    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-6HD to your smartphone with a USB cable. A notification is shown at the top of your smartphone screen.

  • Page 64: Avoiding Sporadic Issues When Livestreaming (Safety Delay)

    Avoiding Sporadic Issues When Livestreaming (Safety Delay) The VR-6HD 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.

  • Page 65: Other Functions

    About the Last Memory function The VR-6HD 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.

  • Page 66: Recalling A Scene Memory

    Other Functions Recalling a Scene Memory Initializing a Scene Memory Here’s how to initialize the contents of a scene memory and erase it. Only for scene memories 1–6 Ó Ó [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ” select “SCENE Press the [SCENE MEMORY] button. MEMORY”, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 67: Changing The Thumbnail Position

    You can save the scene memories (1–32) as a single file (.VR6SCENE) video/image content, shown on the scene memory setup screen. to a storage media (SD card or USB flash drive) that’s connected to the VR-6HD. This lets you access saved scene memory files on the storage Ó Ó...
  • Page 68 Other Functions Loading Input the backup file name. * You can input up to 32 characters. Here’s how to load the scene memory settings that are saved on storage Touch <Enter> in software keyboard. media. When you recall the settings, the current scene memory settings are overwritten.

  • Page 69: Ärecording Multiple Operations To Automatically Execute (Macros)

    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.
  • Page 70 Other Functions Editing a macro Moving a function You can edit the contents of a function, change the order in which it is Using step 4 in “Recording a Macro” (p. 69), touch the line executed, or copy/delete a function either while creating a macro or after you want to move from the operation list.

  • Page 71: Executing A Macro

    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 1–6 : Panel operations that can’t be recorded to a macro Press the [MACRO] button.

  • Page 72: Copying Macro Settings

    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. Ó Ó Ó Ó [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ” select [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ” select “MACRO”, and press the [VALUE] knob. “MACRO”, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 73: Initializing A Macro

    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. Ó Ó Ó Ó [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ” select [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ” select “MACRO”, and press the [VALUE] knob. “MACRO”, and press the [VALUE] knob.

  • Page 74: Saving/Loading The Macro Settings

    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-6HD. You can access the saved macro setting file on the storage and load it into the unit for use when needed.

  • Page 75: Initializing All Macros

    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 “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ”...

  • Page 76: Äcombining Scene Memories And Macros For Operations (Sequencer)

    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.
  • Page 77 Other Functions Editing a list Copying a function In step 1 of “Recording to the Sequencer” (p. 76), 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 the line to copy.

  • Page 78: Running The Sequencer

    Other Functions Running the Sequencer Press the button to make the functions recorded in the sequencer Using the operations in steps 1–3 again, turn the sequencer execute one at a time. function off by setting SEQUENCER to “OFF”. Ó Ó [MENU] button “MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ”...

  • Page 79: Making The Sequencer Run Automatically (Auto Sequence)

    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 Use the operations in steps 1–3 of “Running the Sequencer”...

  • Page 80: Saving/Loading The Sequencer Settings

    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-6HD. You can access the saved sequence file on the storage and load it into the unit for use when needed.

  • Page 81: Initializing The Sequencer

    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...

  • Page 82: Äbacking Up And Restoring The Unit's Settings

    Backing Up and Restoring the Unit’s Settings You can group together the unit’s settings into a single file (.VR6) and back up it to a storage (SD card, USB flash drive) connected to the VR-6HD. You can access the backed up setting file on the storage and restore it into the unit for use when needed.

  • Page 83: Restoring

    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...

  • Page 84: Äusing The Dashboard

    Using the dashboard On the VR-6HD, you can show the information you want in the multi-view, such as the clock, streaming status and so on. For the dashboard, you can show different content on the display of this unit and in the video sent to VIDEO OUT. You can also assign USER buttons to the display, which you can operate like a touch panel.

  • Page 85: Äcontrolling An External Recorder's Video Record Start/Stop From The Vr-6Hd

    Controlling an External Recorder’s Video Record Start/Stop from the VR-6HD By connecting a recorder that supports REC control functionality, you can start/stop a recorder (external REC control functionality) from the VR-6HD. For more about recorders that support the REC control function, refer to the Roland website.

  • Page 86: Äremotely Controlling A Ptz Camera

    Remotely Controlling a PTZ Camera You can connect up to six cameras via the DIRECT STREAM port and remotely control them from the VR-6HD. This allows you to control cameras made by JVC, Panasonic, Canon, PTZOptics, and Avonic, and cameras that support VISCA over IP (such as Sony).

  • Page 87: Recalling A Preset

    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 “Registering Camera Settings in a Preset” (p.

  • Page 88: Äusing A Footswitch

    Other Functions Using a Footswitch You can use a footswitch connected to the CTL/EXP 1 and 2 jacks to control the VR-6HD with your foot. You can assign various functions to the footswitch. Ó Ó Ó Value Explanation [MENU] button “REMOTE”...

  • Page 89: Äusing An Expression Pedal

    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-6HD 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.

  • Page 90: Äcontrol Using The Tally/Gpio Connector

    Control Using the TALLY/GPIO Connector You can use control signals inputted to the TALLY/GPIO connector via GPI to remotely control the VR-6HD from an external device. Also, you can output tally signals or GPO control signals from the TALLY/GPIO connector.

  • Page 91: Outputting A Tally Signal

    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.

  • Page 92: Äusing Smart Tally

    Using Smart Tally Roland’s own Smart Tally system turns your smart device or computer that’s connected to the VR-6HD 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.

  • Page 93: Äpreventing Unintended Operation (Panel Lock)

    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 OUTPUT MAIN ALL section...

  • Page 94: Äreturning To The Factory Settings (Factory Reset)

    Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset) Here’s how you can return the settings of the VR-6HD 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.

  • Page 95: Äremotely Controlling The Vr-6Hd

    Other Functions Remotely Controlling the VR-6HD To remotely control the VR-6HD, you can use an external device to send control signals to the unit (p. 90), use a dedicated app, or use LAN/RS-232 commands. Using the dedicated apps “VR-6HD RCS” and “VR-6HD LAN/RS-232 command Remote”...

  • Page 96: Menu List

    EDID (*1) SXGA (1280 x 1024) EDID is data that is transmitted from the VR-6HD to the source device when the VR-6HD is SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) connected to a source device. EDID contains data such as the formats that can be input to the VR-6HD (resolution, color space, color depth) and audio information.
  • Page 97 Menu List LAYER SETTINGS Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation PROGRAM PinP & KEY 1–2 DISABLE, ENABLE Sets whether each layer is displayed (ENABLE) or hidden (DISABLE) in the final output video. ENABLE DISABLE, SUB PROGRAM PinP & KEY 1–2 DISABLE, ENABLE Sets whether each layer is displayed (ENABLE) or hidden (DISABLE) in the SUB PROGRAM...
  • Page 98 YUY2 & MJPEG YUY2 and Motion JPEG are selectable. OUTPUT FORMAT YUY2 Only YUY2 is selectable. Reconnects the computer and the VR-6HD when the video is garbled or when operation is CONNECTION RESET EXEC otherwise unstable. FREEZE Value (bold text: default...

  • Page 99: 2: Audio

    Menu List 2: AUDIO AUDIO INPUT Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 0–68dB Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the analog domain.
  • Page 100 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation Turns the compressor on/off. Audio that exceeds the specified threshold level is compressed. This reduces the difference COMPRESSOR OFF, ON Effect between the maximum volume and minimum volume, making the audio more comfortable for listening Specifies the level used as the threshold at which the compressor is applied.
  • Page 101 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation Adjusts the delay time of the audio. 0 .0–500msec DELAY (0–25.0/29.9/30.0frame) Effect Outputs audio with a delay. REVERB SEND 0–127 Adjusts the amount of audio sent to reverb. MAIN BUS This configures the MAIN bus.
  • Page 102 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation AUDIO IN 7/8 Adjusts the audio that is input from the AUDIO IN 7/8 jacks. Adjusts the input gain (sensitivity) in the digital domain (after conversion from analog to DIGITAL GAIN -42.0–0 .0–42.0dB digital).
  • Page 103 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 104 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation USB IN Adjusts the audio that is input from the USB STREAM connector. 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.
  • Page 105 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 106 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation Bluetooth IN These parameters adjust the audio input via Bluetooth. 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.
  • Page 107 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 108 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation AUDIO PLAYER IN These parameters adjust the audio input from the audio 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.
  • Page 109 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 110 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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.
  • Page 111 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 112 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation VIDEO IN 1–6 Adjusts the audio that is input from the VIDEO 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.
  • Page 113 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 -12.0–0 .0–12.0dB Boosts or attenuates the high band.
  • Page 114 Menu List AUDIO OUTPUT Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) MAIN BUS Adjusts the audio of the MAIN BUS. Adjusts the output volume. LEVEL -INF–0.0–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [MAIN] fader. MUTE OFF, ON Turns the mute function on/off. When this is “ON”, the output audio is temporarily silenced. Turns the solo function on/off.
  • Page 115 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Turns loudness auto gain control on/off. LOUDNESS AUTO GAIN OFF, ON The long-term average loudness is measured, and the volume is adjusted so that it is CONTROL Effect appropriate overall. INTEGRATED GAIN Specifies whether the extended interval auto control is enabled (ENABLE) or disabled ENABLE...
  • Page 116 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation 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.
  • Page 117 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation 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 ENTER Sets the equalizer settings to flat (0.0 dB).
  • Page 118 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation 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.
  • Page 119 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation 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 ENTER Sets the equalizer settings to flat (0.0 dB).
  • Page 120 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) USB OUT Adjusts the audio that’s output from the USB STREAM connector. Adjusts the output volume. LEVEL -INF–0 .0–10.0dB This can also be adjusted by the [USB STREAM] knob. MUTE OFF, ON Turns the mute function on/off.
  • Page 121 Menu List AUDIO FOLLOW Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation ALL AUDIO FOLLOW OFF, ON Turns on/off the audio follow function for VIDEO 1–6 in a single action. Turns the audio follow function on/off. Audio follow is a function that automatically switches the audio output in tandem with video switching. VIDEO 1–6 The audio is always output regardless of the video selection.

  • Page 122: 3: Transition

    Menu List 3: TRANSITION Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 unchanged.

  • Page 123: 4: Pinp/Dsk

    Menu List 4: PinP/DSK PinP & KEY 1–2 Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation Specifies the type of PinP compositing. PinP Composites the inset screen on top of the background video. A combination of PinP and luminance key (white). LUMINANCE WHITE KEY Makes the white portions of the inset screen transparent, and composites the image with the background.
  • Page 124 Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation 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 SIZE 0.0–35 .0–100.0%...

  • Page 125: 5: Stream/Record

    Menu List Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation WHITE, YELLOW, CYAN, GREEN, MATTE COLOR Specifies the matte color. MAGENTA, RED, BLUE, BLACK OFF, BORDER, DROP, SHADOW, EDGE TYPE Specifies the type of edge applied to the superimposed caption or video. OUTLINE WHITE, YELLOW, CYAN, GREEN, EDGE COLOR...

  • Page 126: 6: Video Player

    Menu List 6: VIDEO PLAYER Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation Shows the filename of the video that was loaded. FILE NAME ENTER Touch to load the video. DURATION Display only Shows the length of the video that was loaded. SKIP FORWARD TIME 1, 10, 30, 60sec Sets how much the video fast-forwards each time.

  • Page 127: 8: Memory/Macro/Seq

    Menu List 8: MEMORY/MACRO/SEQ 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 feature). LAST MEMORY START UP The current settings (Last Memory values) are saved every 4 seconds, and when you exit a menu.
  • Page 128 Menu List 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.

  • Page 129: 9: Still Image

    Menu List 9: STILL IMAGE Value (bold text: Menu item Explanation default 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...

  • Page 130: 10: Auto Switching

    Menu List 10: AUTO SWITCHING Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Turns the auto switching function on/off. When this is “ON”, the video or scene memory are OFF, ON AUTO SWITCHING switched automatically. Specifies the operation mode for auto switching. INPUT SCAN Automatically switches to the video of INPUT 1–6 when the specified interval.
  • Page 131 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Specifies the video that is output when audio is detected in multiple mics. If this is “OFF”, AUDIO MIX TARGET OFF, VIDEO 1–6 video is switched in the order in which audio is detected. Specifies the video that is output when there is no audio input from any mic.

  • Page 132: 11: Remote

    Menu List 11: REMOTE RC232 Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) These are the settings for transmitting/receiving RS-232 commands. RS-232 OFF, When this is “ON”, RS-232 commands can be transmitted and received. RS-232 115200 9600, 38400, Specifies the communication speed (bps) of the RS-232 connector. BAUDRATE TALLY/GPO Value (bold text: default...
  • Page 133 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation 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 CH SELECT INPUT 1–6 Switches the video sent to the PGM bus.
  • Page 134 Menu List CTL/EXP Value (bold text: Menu item Explanation default 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.
  • Page 135 * Presets are saved in the camera itself. Specifies the connector from which the camera video is input. When the camera video from TALLY CH VIDEO IN 1–6 the VR-6HD is the final output, the camera’s tally light is lit.

  • Page 136: 12: Network

    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-6HD is disconnected from the network. Displays the NETWORK PASSWORD screen. Set the necessary password for network connection, using four characters.

  • Page 137: 14: Dashboard

    Menu List 14: DASHBOARD Menu item Value (bold text: default value) Explanation LCD ASSIGN Hidden CLOCK Shows the analog/digital clock. Shows the streaming/video recording status. CATEGORY VALUE Explanation STREAM/RECORD STATUS 1 Starting/stopping the livestream or video START/STOP –– recording STREAM/RECORD STATUS 2 Shows the streaming/video recording status.

  • Page 138: 15: System

    Menu List 15: SYSTEM Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Menu item Value Explanation Selects how the time is set. CONFIGURE MANUAL The time is set manually. USING NTP The time is set by retrieving the time from an NTP server. TIME ZONE –...
  • Page 139 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Enable (ON) or disable (OFF) the panel lock. Menu item Explanation Menu item Explanation The following settings are Buttons and knobs in AUDIO AUDIO MIXER 1–7/8 ALL turned on/off together. INPUT section TOUCH SCREEN Touch panel operation...
  • Page 140 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Specifies the function that is assigned to the AUDIO EFFECT [1]–[3] button. AUDIO EFFECT 1–3 CATEGORY VALUE Explanation –– No function is assigned. AUDIO INPUT MUTE Turns the mute function on/off for the input audio. MAIN BUS AUX 1–2 BUS AUDIO OUTPUT MUTE...
  • Page 141 Menu List Value (bold text: default Menu item Explanation value) Sets whether to display the REC indicator in the monitor. EXTERNAL REC INDICATOR When this is “ON”, a REC indicator showing that the camera’s REC button has been pressed is displayed, if the unit is connected to a camera that supports the REC status function.

  • Page 142: Appendix

    Appendix Main Specifications à Video Video Processing 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit Number of Video 6 channels Channels HDMI type A x 6 Input Connectors VIDEO IN 1–6 * HDCP Supported, Multi-format Supported HDMI type A x 3 VIDEO OUT 1–3 * HDCP Supported Output Connectors USB STREAM USB Type-C®...
  • Page 143 Appendix Frame Rate (Stream/Record) Output Format 59.94 Hz 60 Hz 29.97 Hz 30 Hz 720p 720/59.94p 720/60p 720/29.97p 720/30p 1080p 1080/59.94p 1080/60p 1080/29.97p 1080/30p Stream and Record formats Frame Rate (Stream/Record) Output Format 50 Hz 25 Hz 23.98 Hz 24 Hz Stream and Record 720p 720/50p...
  • Page 144 Appendix à Audio Sample rate 24 bits, 48 kHz Audio Processing Number of Audio 28 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 Audio Formats VIDEO IN Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch VIDEO OUT...
  • Page 145 Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U, FS-6, FS-7 Options Expression Pedal: EV-5, EV-30, BOSS FV-500L, FV-500H * 0dBu = 0.775Vrms * 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 146: Ädimensions

    Appendix Dimensions Unit: mm 92.5 44.5...

  • Page 147: Ävideo Block Diagram

    Appendix Video Block Diagram Output Assign Output Assign Still Image Output Output Assign Output Assign...

  • Page 148: Äaudio Block Diagram

    Appendix Audio Block Diagram Input Bus Output Bus Main AUX 2 Solo Monitor Analog Gain Audio Follow Auto Delay Mixing Phantom +48V Solo Audio Embedded (Ch 3-4 / 5-6 / 7-8) Audio Follow Auto Delay Mixing Solo Audio Embedded (Ch 3-4 / 5-6 / 7-8) Audio Embedded (Ch 3-4 / 5-6 / 7-8) Solo...

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