V-02HD MK II: Quickstart Guide
This article contains links and information to help you get started with the V-02HD MK II.
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Quickstart Topics:
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PRODUCT VIDEOS
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V-02HD MK II Tutorial Video
- Complete tutorial on the hardware and software..
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Introducing the V-02HD MK II
- Quick overview of the features and workflow.
INSTRUCTION MANUALS
Inside the box is a copy of the Startup Guide. Please download the Reference Manual as well, it contains detailed walkthroughs for every feature.
Additionally, there is a separate Remote Connection Guide for the free iPad Remote app and RCS Connection Guide for the free RCS Software.
FIRMWARE UPDATES
Please check that the firmware on your V-02HD is version 1.07:
- Go to: MENU > SYSTEM > VERSION
If it is an earlier version, use this update guide:
When you update the firmware, also check that you have the latest version of the RCS software for Windows/MacOS and Remote app for iPad.
CHOOSING CAMERAS
These guides help you choose the best type of camera for your workflow, set it up to output a compatible video resolution, and also output video without menu overlays or screen information.
- Roland Switchers: How to Choose a Camera for Live Video
- Roland Switchers: How to Setup Clean HDMI Output on your Camera
VIDEO RESOLUTIONS
The V-02HD MK II has multi-format input scalers on each input, which automatically resize the input sources to match the output resolution.
There is also an output scaler to further adjust the output resolution, as well as output size and position. These are like worry-free inputs, allowing you to mix different source resolutions together across your inputs.
You can set the V-02HD's system output resolution by going to:
Menu > Video Output > Scaling > Format
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V-02HD MK II: How to Set Up and Adjust the Video Input and Output Formats
(Reference Manual, page 8)
AUDIO SETUP
When you first turn on the V-02HD MK II, it is set to mix all 1/8" and HDMI input audio at their current levels and output the mix via the HDMI outputs. You can adjust the levels using a combination of the Audio Input and Audio Output menus and the iPad Remote App or RCS Software.
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V-02HD MK II: Audio Controls and Signal Routing
(Reference Manual, page 22) -
V-02HD MK II: How to Sweeten Input and Output Audio with Built-in Effects
(Reference Manual, page 24) -
V-02HD MK II: How to Set Up and Use Audio Follow Video in your Audio Mix
(Reference Manual, page 28) -
V-02HD MK II: How to Fade Out Audio Turning Output Fade to Still
(Reference Manual, page 19)
CONNECTING LAPTOPS
On your PC or Mac, there are two ways to set up the computer's HDMI output to your V-02HD MK II: Duplicate and Extend.
- Duplicate creates a copy of your Desktop, including your Taskbar or Dock. Your mouse will appear on both screens.
- Extend creates a clean desktop, and you can move your mouse between the two.
These guides walk you through general setup in Windows 10 and MacOS:
- Roland Switchers: How to Set Up a Windows PC as a Presentation Source
- Roland Switchers: How to Set Up a Mac as a Presentation Source
If you use software that generates visuals or plays media files, there may be additional screen output settings in the software:
- EasyWorship: Screen Setup
- NewBlue: Output Graphics with HDMI
- PowerPoint: Present on Multiple Monitors
- ProPresenter: Screen Configuration
- Resolume: Output Setup
AEROCASTER SWITCHER
The V-02HD MK II gives you free access to Roland’s AeroCaster Switcher for iPad. With this app, you can wirelessly connect and switch up to five sources (phone cameras, tablet cameras, laptop webcams, and laptop browser tabs), then output a combined program feed to an HDMI input on the V-02HD MK II.
AeroCaster Switcher Product Page
ADDING LIVE GRAPHICS
You can overlay graphics like lower thirds and logos using the KEY function, which uses a keyer to remove a solid color from an overlay source.
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V-02HD MK II: How to Set Up and Use Graphics with the Keyer Overlay
(Reference Manual, page 14)
- Roland Switchers: How to Set Up PowerPoint for Chroma Key Graphics
- Roland Switchers: Tips to Improve Text Readability with Luma Key
ADDING STILL IMAGES
You can import a single still image to the V-02HD MK II using the Capture Image function, which creates a still image from any video input.
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V-02HD MK II: How to Capture and Output Still Images
(Reference Manual, page 20)
- Roland Switchers: Resolution vs. Dimensions with Still Images
RECALLING PRESETS
The V-02HD MK II can store up to 8 preset memories.
You can store and recall memories using the V-02HD MK II's on screen menu, the RCS Software, or the Remote App.
The following are not saved to preset memories:
- Headphone knob level
- Preset Memory menu
- CTL/EXP menu
- Capture Image menu
- System menu
If there are additional menus that you do not want to recall with a preset, you can disable them in the Load Parameter section of the Preset Memory menu.
- V-02HD MK II: Saving and Recalling the Preset Memories
- V-02HD MK II: Create Additional Camera Shots with Preset Memories
STREAMING VIDEO
The USB Type C port on the back of the V-02HD MK II can:
- Output audio and video to a computer
- Input audio from a computer
- Connect to the iPad Remote app
- Backup and restore settings via Utility software
- Update the firmware
Streaming Setup Guides
A USB-C cable is not included. The following cables are recommended:
If you use Zoom or Teams with a recommended cable and you notice any issues with the video quality, please use this guide to change your USB output setting:
If you have any other issues with your USB signal, this guide helps you troubleshoot the connection:
Streaming Software Guides
Windows
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Roland Live Streamer: How to Set Up and Use this Free Software to Stream
- Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, etc.
- Compatible with Windows 10/11 and Roland streaming hardware
- Requires Intel i5 or higher with Quick Sync, i3 and Celeron may not work
- AMD processors are not compatible
Windows and Mac
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Roland Switchers: How to Customize Live Streams With OBS
- Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, etc.
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, and all capture devices
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Roland Switchers: How to Stream to Zoom Directly
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, and all capture devices
Some guides are written for the VR series models, but your V-02HD MK II's USB Streaming output is similar to the USB Streaming output on the VR series.
RECORDING VIDEO
You can record the V-02HD MK II's USB streaming output with software that can record UVC video.
A USB-C cable is not included. The following cables are recommended:
Here are some software guides:
Windows
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Roland Live Recorder: How to Set Up and Use this Free Software to Record Video
- Compatible with Windows 10/11 and Roland streaming hardware
- Requires Intel i5 or higher with Quick Sync, i3 and Celeron may not work
- AMD processors are not compatible
- Compatible with Windows 10/11 and Roland streaming hardware
Windows and Mac
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Roland Video Capture for VR
- Compatible with Windows, Mac (Intel & M1), and all capture devices
- Roland Switchers: M1 Mac Compatibility Information
SOFTWARE CONTROL
There is free control software for the V-02HD MK II:
- V-02HD MK II RCS for Windows and MacOS
- V-02HD MK II Remote for iPad
Update your firmware to the latest version for best compatibility.
To connect the V-02HD MK II to the RCS software, you can use either:
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USB
- Fully wired control, requires the following:
- USB Type C to Type A cable
- Note that you can still use the USB Streaming port for streaming and recording while using the RCS software
- USB Type C to Type A cable
- Fully wired control, requires the following:
To connect the V-02HD MK II to its Remote app, you need the following:
- Lightning to USB Camera Adapter
- Apple MK0W2AM/A or MD821AM/A
- USB-C (Type C to Type A) cable
- Note that if you have an iPad Pro with a USB-C connector, you do not need the adapter, and can use a USB-C (Type C to Type C) cable instead.
PROTECTING SETTINGS
There are multiple ways to protect your settings on the V-02HD MK II:
- Store settings as a Preset Memory
- Enable Memory Protect in the Preset Memory menu
- Customize what is recalled by presets in the Load Parameter submenu
- Backup all settings using the V-02HD MK II Utility software
- Enable Panel Lock for some of the physical controls
FOOT SWITCH CONTROL
The V-02HD MK II supports control from a BOSS foot switch controller:
You can set them up in the CTL/EXP menu:
- V-02HD MK II: How To Set Up A Foot Switch Controller
HDCP TROUBLESHOOTING
The V-02HD MK II supports many video source devices, but DVD/Blu-Ray players and Streaming Boxes require HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) to be turned on in the system settings. Once enabled, the signal will pass through.
But there are exceptions. If the V-02HD MK II's HDMI output is connected to a recording or streaming device, or a converter that outputs SDI or Analog video, that device will block the DVD/Blu-Ray player's HDCP copy-protected signal passing through the switcher.
So long as the only destination devices are displays or projectors, then you should not have any issues with enabling HDCP.
On the V-02HD MK II, turning on HDCP will also disable the USB streaming output.
HDMI CAT Extenders: These are a pair of converters that extend an HDMI signal by converting it to Ethernet and back to HDMI again. These extenders may add HDCP to the signal, even if the source is a camera. Please check with the extender's manufacturer regarding compatibility. SDI converters or HDBaseT extenders are recommended as they do not add or require HDCP.
Game Consoles: These may have HDCP enabled by default for all games and content, or just for streaming services and disc playback. If you want to stream or record the Roland's output, then HDCP needs to be disabled on both the game console and the Roland. Consoles either do this automatically or have a menu setting. Check your game console's manual for more information.
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V-02HD MK II: How to Input Copy-Protected (HDCP) Video
(Reference Manual, page 11)
PRODUCT IMAGES
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ADDITIONAL LINKS
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V-02HD MK II Product Page
- Introduction, Overview, Detailed Product Photos, etc.
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V-02HD MK II Specifications
- Detailed Hardware Specifications
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V-02HD MK II Downloads
- System Software Update, Update Utility, Streaming/Recording Software
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V-02HD MK II Manuals
- Startup Guide, Reference Manual, Remote App Manual, etc.
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V-02HD MK II Knowledge Base
- Additional Support Articles