The Roland V-160HD SDI/HDMI Streaming Video Switcher is a professional hybrid switcher with 8 HDMI/SDI inputs, 3 SDI/HDMI outputs, USB-C webcam streaming output, 40-channel audio mixing, advanced automation features, and more. The HDMI and 3G-SDI inputs can handle up to 1080p60 resolutions, which are supported by frame rate converters in many sources, such as media players, PCs, and professional video cameras. The 4-HDMI inputs use internal scaling technology for real-time, separating movies from different resolutions and converting them into the desired output resolution, thereby maintaining output consistency between sources.

V-160HD Features:

Portable hybrid event switcher with comprehensive features and connectivity
Eight 3G SDI inputs with frame rate converters
Eight 1080p HDMI inputs with frame rate converters, including four with real-time scalers
Seven total outputs across SDI, HDMI, and USB-C streaming
40-channel digital audio mixer with effects and processing
8-layer video effects engine
Powerful live production automation with sequencing, macros, and preset memories
PTZ control with support for multiple brands and mixed protocols running at once.
Extensive device control with Bluetooth, USB, RS-232, and LAN
Remote control software is available for the iPad, macOS, and Windows.
Wireless and wired camera tally support

HDMI and SDI Connectivity
The V-160HD supports HDMI for common A/V devices plus SDI for long cable runs and high-end cameras. Seamlessly mix eight HDMI sources and eight SDI sources in Full HD video, even with mismatched frame rates and color spaces. And with built-in scalers on four of the HDMI inputs, you can easily interface with client-provided sources like computers, tablets, smartphones, gaming consoles, and legacy 4:3 devices.

Send to Multiple Destinations
With seven freely assignable outputs including three SDI, three HDMI, and one USB-C streaming the V-160HD puts a high-end video matrix at your command. feed program displays, auxiliary monitors, multi-view producer displays, and the online audience at once, complete with a "clean" output left over for a recording feed.

Stream Live
The switcher employs the same connection technology as webcams, allowing you to live stream events in Full HD at 30/60 frames per second to a global audience. Simply connect the USB-C output to a computer and start streaming with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, YouTube, Facebook Live, or any platform that can use a webcam as its source. Everything is plug and play, with no driver installation needed.

Support PTZ Camera Control
The Robotic PTZ control eliminates the need for multiple camera operators, provides great production coverage with studio-grade broadcast quality, and can be placed in discreet locations thanks to their small size. The V-160HD includes built-in support to directly control select Canon, JVC, Panasonic, Sony, PTZOptics, Avonic, and VISCA-compatible PTZ LAN cameras. Mix and match different brands as you like, and operate up to 16 PTZ cameras simultaneously.