VR-50HD MK II

Roland VR-50HD MK II Multi-Format AV Mixer with USB 3.0 Streaming

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Roland VR-50HD MK II Multi-Format AV Mixer with USB 3.0 Streaming

  • SD/HD/3G-SDI, RGB/Component, HDMI Inputs
  • Automatic Audio mixing & Video switching
  • PTZ Control of JVC & Panasonic Cameras
  • NTSC/PAL, HD, Computer Signal Compatible
  • 7" Graphic Color LCD Touchscreen
  • Supports 4 Layers for Composites
  • USB Streaming 3.0/2.0 Interface
  • 12-Channel Digital Audio Mixer

The Roland VR-50HD MK II is a Multi-Format AV Mixer all-in-one AV switcher with USB 3.0 streaming. The VR-50HD MK II continues to deliver best-in-class connectivity and flexibility, allowing you to work a wide range of events with different I/O requirements. The VR-50HD MK II is a completely self-contained AV solution, consolidating video switching, digital audio mixing, multi-viewer touchscreen control, and USB AV streaming into a single unit that’s simple to run. With the comprehensive rear patch panel, it’s quick and easy to make on-the-fly input assignments to cross-points on the switcher. The VR-50HD MK II adds an AUX output to support dedicated confidence monitoring, recording, or streaming feeds while retaining the original VR-50HD’s best-in-class connectivity and flexibility to accommodate a wide variety of event production. Additionally, the VR-50HD MK II features an updated user-interface for trouble-free navigation and setup, enhanced audio quality for even-more professional sounding mixes, control capabilities for select JVC and Panasonic PTZ cameras, and new automation functions such as intelligent automated audio mixing and automated video input switching.

Moreover, the VR-50HD MK II combines a 12-input/4-channel multi-format video switcher, a 12-input digital audio mixer, a multi-viewer touch screen, and an AV streaming output via USB 3.0. The VR-50HD MK II’s assignable, worry-free inputs allow the use of any combination of four SDI and HDMI sources for countless configurations and applications. The new input assignment buttons on the VR-50HD MK II make it easy to use all inputs on the switcher with an on-the-fly assignment of inputs to crosspoints on the switcher. The unit’s versatile I/O capability, also including RGB/Component and Composite inputs, accommodates professional cameras, computers, presenters’ mobile devices, microphones, and more.

Separate Connections
Live streams, HD recording, and the presenter confidence monitor often have separate visual needs from the main program output. The VR-50HD MK II has you covered, allowing you to send any of the connected input devices to a dedicated Aux output without affecting the main PGM destination. Use the Aux assignment panel buttons to switch the source, or synchronize the Aux output with the PGM (mixer) output to act as a built-in distribution amp.

Redesigned User Interface
The VR-50HD MK II not only does more, but it’s easier to operate via a redesigned user interface. Drilling down into menus while switching is a thing of the past, thanks to dedicated broadcast-style buttons for Aux, PinP, and Still sources. Select, Solo, and Mute buttons are included for all audio channels, speeding up the monitoring process. And with the large touchscreen multi-view monitor, you can view and assign inputs, display up to four still images, execute preview/program functions, and much more.

Pro Sound 
Great sound is always expected for events and live streams, but employing a dedicated audio engineer doesn’t always fit the budget. The VR-50HD MK II eliminates this problem, offering a number of automation functions that allow a single operator to switch video and mix pro-level audio at the same time. Use Auto Mixing to balance audio levels, Video Follows Audio to switch cameras based on sound input, and Anti-Feedback to automatically tame howling mic feedback. The VR-50HD MK II is also equipped with a variety of standard audio production inputs, including four XLR/TRS combo jacks with 48 V phantom power, four stereo pairs (two ¼-inch and two RCA), and embedded audio from 3G/HD/SD-SDI and HDMI.

Integrated PTZ Camera control
Robotic pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras eliminate the need for multiple camera operators, provide great production coverage with studio-grade broadcast quality, and can be placed in discreet locations thanks to their small size. The VR-50HD MK II includes built-in support to directly control select JVC and Panasonic PTZ LAN cameras, so you don’t need to employ a dedicated PTZ camera controller or operator. Up to six PTZ cameras can be operated at once via the LAN port.

Intelligence built-in
The VR-50HD MK II is equipped with a number of intelligent audio mixing and video switching functions to enhance your workflow.

Four-layer composition
Place keyed video on picture-in-picture, or superimpose a still image* on top of all layers and switch these effects on/off at any time.

Uncompressed streaming output with USB 3.0
The VR-50HD MK II uses the same connection technology as webcams, allowing you to capture and share events to reach a worldwide audience. Simply plug into a computer via USB 3.0 and use any streaming service that’s able to use a webcam as its source. Everything is plug-and-play, with no software to download or drivers to install. For recording to a web-ready full HD AV file, use Roland’s free VR Capture software for Mac and Windows.

Specs
 
   
In the box VR-50HD-MK-II
Startup Guide
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
AC adaptor
Power cord
Ground Cord
Limited 1-year warranty
   
Video Interface  
Video Processing 4:4:4 (RGB), 10-bit
4:4:4 (Y/Pb/Pr), 10-bit
Input Connectors

3G/HD/SD-SDI: 4 x BNC
Conforms to SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, 259M-C

HDMI (DVI-D): 4 x Type A (19-Pin)
HDCP Supported

Analog
RGB/HD-Component: 2 x HD DB-15-Pin
Composite (SD): 2 x BNC

Input 1 to 2: Select SDI, HDMI, RGB/COMPONENT, or Composite Using Menu

Output Connectors

HD/SD-SDI: 2 x BNC (PGM, AUX)
Conforms to SMPTE 424M (SMPTE 425M-AB), 292M, 259M-C

HDMI: 3 x Type A (19-pin) (PGM, AUX, Multiview)
HDCP Supported

Analog
RGB/HD-Component: 2 x Mini D-Sub 15-Pin (PGM, AUX)

Level & Impedance

Composite: 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ohms
Analog RGB: 0.7 Vp-p 75 Ohms (H, V: 5 VTTL)
Analog HD: 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ohms (Sync-Signal: Bi-Level/Tri-Level)

Supported Video Formats

SDI
(SDI IN, SDI OUT): 480/59.94i, 576/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p
•Conforms to SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 296M, ITU-R BT.601-5.

HDMI
(HDMI IN, HDMI OUT) (*1): 480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p 1024 x 768/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 720/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 800/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 1024/60 Hz (*2), 1400 x 1050/60 Hz, 1920 x 1080/60 Hz

HDMI
(HDMI OUT MULTI-VIEW only) (*1): 1080/59.94p

Component
(RGB/COMPONENT IN, RGB COMPONENT OUT): 480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p

RGB
(RGB/COMPONENT IN, RGB/COMPONENT OUT) (*1): 1024 x 768/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 720/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 800/60 Hz (*2), 1280 x 1024/60 Hz (*2), 1400 x 1050/60 Hz, 1920 x 1080/60 Hz
Composite (COMPOSITE IN): NTSC, PAL


*Note
*1 Conforms to CEA-861-E or VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11.
*2 Output refresh rate is 75 Hz when frame rate is set to 50 Hz.
* The video signal frame rate must match the unit's frame rate setting.
* The output format of HDMI and RGB/Component is always the same.
When a Video format is selected, component signal is output from the RGB/COMPONENT connector.
When a RGB format is selected, RGB signal is output from the RGB/COMPONENT connector.

USB-VIDEO (USB STREAMING): 480/29.97p, 576/25p, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/29.97p, 720/25p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p

Still Image: Windows(R) Bitmap File (.bmp)
           • Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit per pixel, uncompressed.
           • It can be loaded up to 4 files from USB memory.

Effects Transition: Mix, Cut, Wipe (9 patterns)
Composition: PinP, Chrominance Key, Luminance Key
Others: Output Fade, Output Freeze, User Logo
AUDIO  
Audio Processing Sampling Rate: 24 bits, 48 kHz
Audio Formats

SDI (SDI IN, SDI OUT): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch

SMPTE 299M, SMPTE 272M-C

HDMI (HDMI IN, HDMI OUT): Linear PCM, 24 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch
USB-AUDIO (USB STREAMING): Linear PCM, 16 bits, 48 kHz, 2 ch

Input Connectors

AUDIO IN 1--4 jacks: Combo type (XLR, 1/4-inch TRS phone), balanced, phantom power (DC 48 V, 10 mA Max)
AUDIO IN 5--8 jacks (1/4-inch TRS phone type) (LINE 1--2)
     • AUDIO IN 5 and 7 are mic level capable. (MIC 5, 7)

AUDIO IN 9--12 jacks (RCA phono type) (LINE 3--4)

Output Connectors AUDIO OUT MAIN (L, R) jacks: XLR type
AUDIO OUT AUX 1 (L, R) jacks: RCA phono type
AUDIO OUT AUX 2/MONITOR (L, R) jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo miniature type
Nominal Input Level AUDIO IN 1--4 jacks: -64 to +4 dBu (Maximum input level: +24 dBu)
AUDIO IN 5, 7 jacks: -64 to +4 dBu (Maximum input level: +24 dBu)
AUDIO IN 6, 8 jacks: +4 dBu (Maximum input level: +24 dBu)
AUDIO IN 9--12 jacks: -10 dBu (Maximum input level: +9 dBu)
Input Impedance AUDIO IN 1--4 jacks: 30 k ohms
AUDIO IN 5--8 jacks: 30 k ohms
AUDIO IN 9--12 jacks: 7 k ohms
Nominal Output Level AUDIO OUT MAIN L-R jacks: +4 dBu (Maximum output level: +24 dBu)
AUDIO OUT AUX 1 jacks: -10 dBu (Maximum output level: +8 dBu)
AUDIO OUT AUX 2/MONITOR jacks: +4 dBu (Maximum output level: +24 dBu)
Headphones: 72 mW + 72 mW (32 ohms load)
Output Impedance AUDIO OUT MAIN L-R jacks: 600 ohms
AUDIO OUT AUX 1 jacks: 1 k ohms
AUDIO OUT AUX 2/MONITOR jacks: 600 ohms
Headphones: 30 ohms
Residual Noise Level (IHF-A, typ.)

U-92 dBu (All faders: Min)
-89 dBu ([MAIN] Fader: Unity, Channel faders: Unity only one INPUT1 channel, Preamp gain: Min)
-60 dBu ([MAIN] Fader: Unity, Channel faders: Unity only one INPUT1 channel, Preamp gain: Max)
    • Input 150 ohms terminate
    • Output Connector: AUDIO OUT MAIN (L, R) jacks§AUDIO OUT AUX 2/MONITOR jacks

-100 dBu (All faders: Min)
-98 dBu ([MAIN] Fader: Unity, Channel faders: Unity only one INPUT1 channel, Preamp gain: Min)
-74 dBu ([MAIN] Fader: Unity, Channel faders: Unity only one INPUT1 channel, Preamp gain: Max)
    • Input 150 ohms terminate
    • Output Connector: AUDIO OUT AUX 1 (L, R) jacks

Audio Effects

Auto mixing, Anti-feedback, 4-Band EQ, Delay, Compressor, HPF, Noise Gate, Reverb, Limiter, Voice changer, 15-Band EQ

Channel Effects(common): HPF, Compressor, Noise Gate, 4-Band EQ, Delay
Channel Effects(FX Block): Anti-feedback, Voice changer
Master Effects: 4-Band EQ, Compressor, Limiter, Reverb, 15-Band EQ

   
COMMON SECTION  
Remote Control RS-232C connector: D-sub 9 pin type
LAN connector: RJ45 100BASE-TX
USB Interface USB MEMORY port (HOST): USB A type for USB MEMORY(USB flash drive, Still image)
USB port (HOST): USB A type(Use for future expansion)
USB STREAMING port (DEVICE): USB B type for USB-VIDEO(SuperSpeed/Hi-Speed), USB-AUDIO (Full-Speed)
Other Functions Preset Memory (8 types)
Panel lock function
EDID emulator
Auto switching (Video follows audio)
Remote Camera Control
Display 7" Graphic color LCD 800 x 480 dots (touch screen)
Power Supply AC Adaptor, Secondary AC Adaptor DC 9 V to 16 V (XLR-4-32 type)
Current Draw 2.8 A
Power Consumption 67 W
   
Physical  
Operation Temperature +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Dimensions (w x d x h) 17-1/4" x 12-13/16" x 4-15/16" (437 x325x 125 mm)
Weight 13 lbs 1 oz (5.9 kg)
   
System Recommended for recording  
Windows 8.0 or higher
Mac OS X 10.7 and higher
When recording data in the HD size, use OS X 10.8.5 or later.
Common Ivy Bridge Core i5 and higher
8GB Memory or more
USB 3.0 (supported USB3.0 Intel Chipset e.g. 7Series)
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