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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 RCS Manual for the free RCS control software.

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FIRMWARE UPDATES

Please check that the firmware on your VR-1HD is version 1.23:

Go to: MENU > SYSTEM > VERSION

If it is an earlier version, use this update guide:

VR-1HD: How to Update the Firmware

When you update the firmware, also check that you have the latest version of the RCS software for Windows/MacOS.

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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.

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VIDEO RESOLUTIONS

The VR-1HD 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 VR-1HD's system output resolution by going to: MENU > VIDEO OUTPUT > OUTPUT FORMAT

VR-1HD: How to Set Up and Adjust the Video Input and Output Formats

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AUDIO SETUP

When you first turn on the VR-1HD, it is set to mix all XLR, RCA, and HDMI input audio at their current levels and output the mix via the HDMI and USB outputs. You can adjust the levels using a combination of the panel controls, the Level Setup menu, Audio Input/Output menus, and RCS Software.

If you do not hear audio when setting up streaming for the first time, check that the "USB STREAM" knob is turned up to the dot at 2'o'clock, it's located above the "LEVEL SETUP" button.

Audio Signal Flow:

Mic, Line, and HDMI Audio	Main knob	HDMI outputs
		USB Stream knob	USB Stream output

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AUTOMATION TOOLS

The VR-1HD switches cameras based on who’s speaking into their microphone. If both people talk at once, or if no one is speaking, the VR-1HD can switch to a wide shot showing both presenters.

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CONNECTING LAPTOPS

On your PC or Mac, there are two ways to set up the computer's HDMI output to your VR-1HD: 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:

If you use software that generates visuals or plays media files, there may be additional screen output settings in the software:

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AEROCASTER SWITCHER

The VR-1HD 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 VR-1HD.

AeroCaster Switcher Product Page

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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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ADDING STILL IMAGES

You can import 2 still images using a flash drive and the USB Memory port.

A 16 GB or smaller USB Flash Drive is recommended
- Larger drives may not format or function
- SD card adapters and hard drives are not compatible
The Format setting in the menu will format the USB Flash Drive as "FAT32"
- You can also format it using your computer, but using the menu is recommended

Here are the recommended settings to import a still image via USB:

Format

Bitmap (.bmp), 24-bit color, uncompressed

Resolution

Matches the System Format:

720P = 1280x720

1080i/1080P = 1920x1080

File Name

No more than 8 single-byte alphanumeric characters

* The extension ".bmp" must be added

Please note that .BMP files converted with the MacOS Preview app are not compatible. Use image editing software that supports 24-bit Bitmap files, or convert using Windows.

VR-1HD: How to Import and Use Still Images

Roland Switchers: Resolution vs. Dimensions with Still Images

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STREAMING VIDEO

The USB Type B port on the back of the VR-1HD can:

Output audio and video to a computer
Input audio from a computer
Update the firmware

The USB Type A port on the back of the VR-1HD can:

Import still images and audio clips
Connect to the RCS software
Backup and restore settings via RCS software

Streaming Setup Guides

A USB cable is not included. The following cables are recommended:

Recommended USB Cables for Streaming and Recording

If you have any issues with your USB signal, this guide helps you troubleshoot the connection:

VR-1HD: Troubleshooting USB Video and Audio Output

Streaming Software Guides

Windows

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

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

You can record the VR-1HD's USB streaming output with software that can record UVC video.

A USB cable is not included. The following cables are recommended:

Recommended USB Cables for Streaming and Recording

If you have any issues with your USB signal, this guide helps you troubleshoot the connection:

VR-1HD: Troubleshooting USB Video and Audio Output

Here are some software guides:

Windows

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

Windows and Mac

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

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SOFTWARE CONTROL

There is free control software for Windows and MacOS (Intel & M1).

Update your firmware to the latest version for best compatibility.

To connect the VR-1HD to the software, you will need the following:

VR-1HD RCS Software Download
USB 3.0 (Type A to B) cable

You can also use the RCS software to backup and restore your settings:

VR-1HD: How to Recall Settings Using the RCS Software

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PROTECTING SETTINGS

There are multiple ways to protect your settings on the VR-1HD:

Backup all settings using the USB Memory Port
- (Reference Manual, page 29, 45)
Backup all settings using the VR-1HD RCS software
- (RCS Owner's Manual, page 13)
Enable Panel Lock for some of the physical controls
- (Reference Manual, page 30, 46)

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HDCP TROUBLESHOOTING

The VR-1HD 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 VR-1HD'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 VR-1HD, 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.