There are two versions of AeroCaster, this guide is for AeroCaster Switcher:

AeroCaster	AeroCaster Switcher
Phone Camera Streaming Switcher app and Controller	Phone Camera Switcher app with HDMI output
Runs on AeroCaster Live app for iPad Connect phones with AeroCaster Camera app for iOS or Android Phones send wireless video to the iPad Connect screen shares with Google Chrome Stream and Record with the iPad app Connect microphones directly to the controller Requires included VRC-01 controller	Runs on AeroCaster Switcher app for iPad Connect phones with AeroCaster Camera app for iOS or Android Phones send wireless video to the iPad Connect screen shares with Google Chrome Output your video mix to a Roland switcher or capture device via HDMI Stream and Record with your computer Requires any Roland product with USB streaming output* *UVC-01, UVC-02, V-02HD MK II, V-160HD, VC-100UHD, VR-1HD, VR-4HD, VR-6HD, VR-50HD MK II, VR-120HD

The Quickstart Guide for AeroCaster is available here.

For additional support, please submit a ticket at roland.com/backstage

 

Quickstart Topics:

App Images Product Videos Instruction Manuals Software Updates Cable Connections Choosing Cameras

Video Resolutions Connecting Laptops Streaming Video Recording Video Additional Links

Click on a topic to jump to that section

 

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APP IMAGES

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Click each image for a larger version:

 

 

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PRODUCT VIDEOS

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• How to Use the Roland AeroCaster Switcher App
  
  • Walks through the Aerocaster Switcher.

 

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INSTRUCTION MANUALS

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A PDF copy of the Owner's Manual is available on the product page.

 

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SOFTWARE UPDATES

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The AeroCaster Switcher and AeroCaster Camera apps are updated through your device's app store.

 

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CABLE CONNECTIONS

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AeroCaster switcher requires HDMI output from your iPad. The following adapters are recommended.

To determine whether your iPad has a Lightning or USB-C port, please use this guide: Models with a USB-C connector.

 

Apple "Lightning Digital AV Adapter" (MD826AM/A)

• For iPads with Lightning

 

Apple "USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter" (MUF82AM/A)

• For iPads with USB-C

 

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CHOOSING CAMERAS

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You can connect the following to the AeroCaster Switcher app:

• Compatible iOS and Android phones and tablets running the AeroCaster Camera app

  • iPhone 7 or later

  • iOS 13 or later

  • Apple A10 chip or later
    
    

  • Android 10 or later

  • H.264 Hardware Encoder
    
    

• Windows and Mac computers with a webcam running the Chrome web browser
  
  
• Mobile devices with a camera running the Chrome web browser

 

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VIDEO RESOLUTIONS

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AeroCaster Switcher outputs 1080P video to your compatible Roland hardware.

AeroCaster Camera sources will automatically adjust their resolution and frame rate based on WiFi conditions. Using a fast wireless AC or WiFi 6 router is recommended.

More information on improving your WiFi is in this guide: About the Recommended Network Environment for Using AeroCaster.

 

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CONNECTING LAPTOPS

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You can connect the following to the AeroCaster Switcher app using the Google Chrome web browser:

• Webcams on Windows and Mac computers.
  • iOS and Android devices also work, but it's recommended to instead use AeroCaster Camera
  • Webcam sources cannot be controlled remotely like AeroCaster Camera sources
• Google Chrome Browser tabs on Windows and Mac computers
• Software windows or entire screens on Windows and Mac computers

 

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STREAMING VIDEO

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Because AeroCaster Switcher requires Roland Professional AV products with USB streaming output to activate the app, you will use that hardware to stream with a computer.

The following models are compatible with AeroCaster Switcher: UVC-01, UVC-02, V-02HD MK II, V-160HD, VC-100UHD, VR-1HD, VR-4HD, and VR-50HD MK II.

 

Here are some streaming solutions and guides for those compatible products.

Windows

• Roland Live Streamer: How to Set Up and Use this Free Software to Stream
  
  • Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, etc.
  • Compatible with Windows 10 and Roland streaming hardware

Windows and Mac

• Roland Switchers: How to Customize Live Streams With OBS
  
  • Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, etc.
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac, and all capture devices

• Roland Switchers: How to Stream to Zoom Directly
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac, and all capture devices

 

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RECORDING VIDEO

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Because AeroCaster Switcher requires Roland Professional AV products with USB streaming output to activate the app, you will use that hardware to record with a computer.

The following models are compatible with AeroCaster Switcher: UVC-01, UVC-02, V-02HD MK II, V-160HD, VC-100UHD, VR-1HD, VR-4HD, and VR-50HD MK II.

 

Here are some recording solutions and guides for those compatible products.

Windows

• Roland Live Recorder: How to Set Up and Use this Free Software to Record Video
  
  • Compatible with Windows 10 and Roland streaming hardware

Windows and Mac

• Video Capture for VR
  
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac (Intel & M1), and all capture devices
  • Roland Switchers: M1 Mac Compatibility Information

 

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ADDITIONAL LINKS

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• AeroCaster Switcher Product Page
  • Introduction, Overview, Detailed Product Photos, etc.

• AeroCaster Switcher Specifications
  • Detailed App Specifications

• AeroCaster Switcher Manuals
  • Owner's Manual, etc.

• Knowledge Base: AeroCaster Switcher
  • Additional Support Articles

 

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