About: Roland V-1200HD Multi-Format Video Switcher

The Roland V-1200HD Multi-Format Video Switcher is a 2 M/E switcher with a new hybrid 4:2:2/4:4:4 engine that blends production switcher functionality with presentation switcher power. You can select a configuration with 1 M/E, 1.5 M/E, or 2 M/E to suit the demands of your production. There are 10 3G/HD-SDI and 4 HDMI inputs, as well as 6 3G/HD-SDI and 2 HDMI outputs. SD, HD, and VESA resolutions are supported through HDMI inputs 3 and 4 and HDMI outputs. With the help of XI-Series video and audio expansion cards, the powerful built-in 16-channel audio mixer and video inputs may be increased via the V-1200HDR Control Surface or free, downloadable Remote Control Software (RCS). Maximum versatility is ensured via a simple user interface with assignable crosspoints and on-screen names.

A comprehensive and flexible multi-format video switcher giving you complete control of video sources, key layers and mixing engine configurations. The V-1200HD introduces a unique flexible hybrid engine with 4:2:2 broadcast switcher and 4:4:4 live event switcher. In addition to powerful video capabilities, the V-1200HD also has a built-in 16-channel audio mixer.

2 M/E Mode
This provides a standard 2 M/E operation style. Two keyers can be used with each M/E. Keyer priority can also be assigned and changed. Not only is re-entry of the video source from M/E 1 to M/E 2 possible, but so is reverse re-entry from M/E 2 to M/E 1. This means you can switch the two M/Es and output them from a single PGM output. The two M/Es can also be output independently allowing for applications such as simultaneous transmission of captions in two different languages.

4:4:4 Multi-Format Processor
There are two scalers between the 4:2:2 engine and the 4:4:4 engine, and two scalers between HDMI IN 3 and 4 and the 4:4:4 engine. These enable switching, self key composition, and matrix output. Signals input from HDMI IN 3 and 4 can be sent to both 4:2:2 process and 4:4:4 process, which means if you choose the latter, you will get clearer computer images. With the scalers you can also display a single picture across two screens.

10 x 6 SDI I/O
4 x 2 HDMI I/O
4:2:2/4:4:4 Hybrid Engine Processing
Dual Mix Effects Buses
Mix Effects Buses Can be Combined
YPbPr and RGB Processing
Up to 92 Audio Inputs/Outputs
Remote Camera Control