Roland V-160HD User guide

PDF Manual (download from the Web)
ÁReference Manual
Contains more detailed explanations on operating this unit, a list
of menus and more.
ÁRemote Control Guide
Contains a reference of RS-232 commands, MIDI implementation
and other information.
Downloading
1. Enter the following URL in your computer.
https://proav.roland.com/manuals/
2. Choose “V-160HD” as the product name.
Checking the Included Items
Check that all of the included items are present. If any of the
included items are missing, contact your dealer.
ÂV-160HD unit
ÂAC adaptor
ÂPower cord
ÂRack-mount angle (2)
ÂRack-mount angle mounting screws (6)
ÂStartup Guide (this document)
ÂLeaet“USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES”(the leaet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the Startup Guide
(p. 12)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
Before using the unit, ensure that its system program is at the most recent version. For information on available upgrades for the system program, see
the Roland website (https://proav.roland.com/).
You can check the system program version by Pressing the [MENU] button Ó“SYSTEM” Ó“VERSION.”
Startup Guide
© 2021 Roland Corporation

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Panel Descriptions
Top Panel
1 AUDIO MIXER
SIG/PEAK indicators (1, 2, 3/4)
These are lit green when audio input is detected. If the input is
excessive, the indicator is lit red.
AUDIO INPUT LEVEL [1] [2] [3/4] knobs
Adjust the volume of the AUDIO IN 1, 2, or 3/4.
[AUTO MIXING] button
Turns the auto-mixing function (used to automatically control the
volume) on/o.
SIG/PEAK indicators (AUX, USB STREAM)
Shows the volume level for the AUX bus and USB output.
When the output level exceeds -50 dB, this lights up green. This
lights up red when the output is excessive (0 dB or higher).
[AUX] knob
Adjusts the volume of the AUX bus output.
[USB STREAM] knob
Adjusts the volume of the USB output.
[MASTER OUTPUT] knob
Adjusts the overall volume.
Level meter
Indicates the volume level of the overall output.
2 [CAPTURE IMAGE] button
Turns the still image capture mode on/o.
3 USER [1]–[4] buttons
These buttons execute pre-assigned functions.
With the factory settings, the following functions are assigned.
Button Explanation
USER [1] FREEZE
Turns the freeze function (freeze the input video) on/o.
USER [2]
AUTO SWITCHING
Turns the auto switching function (used to automatically
switch between videos) on/o.
USER [3]
REC CONTROL
Controls the recorder’s video record start/stop if a recorder
that supports REC control functionality is connected.
USER [4]
CAMERA CONTROL
Turns the camera control on/o.
When this is on (lit), the
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CAMERA PRESET [1]–[10]
buttons are used to recall the presets.
4 PinP & KEY 1–4
This uses PinP and KEY 1–4 layers to composite video using PinP,
or picture-in-picture (p. 9).
[POSITION H] knob
Adjusts the horizontal position of the inset screen.
By turning the knob while pressing it, you can adjusts the size of
the inset screen.
[POSITION V] knob
Adjusts the vertical position of the inset screen.
By turning the knob while pressing it, you can adjust the zoom of
the video shown in the inset screen.
[SOURCE] button
When this is on (lit), you can select the video source for the inset
screens using the
7
PinP & KEY SOURCE [1]–[10] buttons.
[PVW] button
Turns the inset screen preview output on/o.
[PGM] button
Turns PinP composition on/o.
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Panel Descriptions
5 DSK 1, 2
This uses DSK layer 1 or 2 to composite video using a downstream
keyer (p. 10).
[LEVEL] knob
Adjusts the degree of extraction (transparency) for the key.
[GAIN] knob
Adjusts the degree of edge blur (semi-transmissive region) for the
key.
[SOURCE] button
When this is on (lit), you can select the DSK video source using the
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PinP & KEY SOURCE [1]–[10] buttons.
[PVW] button
Turns the preview output of the DSK compositing result on/o.
[PGM] button
This switches DSK composition on or o.
6 [MODE] button
7
Switches the functioning of the AUX / MEMORY / MACRO [1]–
[10] buttons. An indicator located at the left of the [MODE] button
is lit to indicate the current function.
7 AUX / MEMORY / MACRO / PinP & KEY SOURCE /
DSK SOURCE / CAMERA PRESET [1]–[10] buttons
The functions of these buttons change as shown in the table
below.
When button is lit Functions of buttons [1]–[10]
[MODE]
AUX
Select the video that is sent to the AUX bus.
MEMORY
Recalls the preset memory (the video/audio
and other data that is saved). Long-press a
button to save the current settings in a preset
memory.
MACRO
Executes a macro (a series of recorded
operations).
PinP & KEY 1–4
[SOURCE]
PinP & KEY SOURCE
Select the video source for the inset screen
(p. 9).
DSK 1, 2 [SOURCE] DSK SOURCE
Selects the DSK video source (p. 10).
USER [4]
(CAMERA CONTROL)
CAMERA PRESET
Recalls the registered preset (camera position,
focus settings, etc.) from the connected camera.
8 [PGM/A-CENTER] [PST/B-CENTER] knobs
Adjust the split compositing settings (p. 8).
Knob Explanation
[PGM/A-CENTER]
Adjusts the horizontal/vertical position of the
video that’s shown in the left or upper area.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the position of the boundary.
[PST/B-CENTER]
Adjusts the horizontal/vertical position of the
video that’s shown in the right or lower area.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the position of the boundary.
9 [SPLIT 1] [SPLIT 2] buttons
Turns on/o video compositing using split (p. 8).
10 PGM/A cross-point [1]–[10] buttons
Selects the video to input to bus PGM/A. The selected button
lights up.
11 PST/B cross-point [1]–[10] buttons
Selects the video to input to bus PST/B. The selected button lights
up.
12 [INPUT ASSIGN] button
Press a cross-point button while holding down the [INPUT
ASSIGN] button to change the video source for the buttons you
pressed.
The video source changes in the following order each time you
press the button.
¹[INPUT ASSIGN] + PGM/A cross-point buttons
STILL 16 Ó1 ÓSDI 8 Ó1 ÓHDMI 8 Ó1
¹[INPUT ASSIGN] + PST/B cross-point buttons
HDMI 1
Ó8 ÓSDI 1 Ó8 ÓSTILL 1 Ó16
13 [TRANSITION] button
Selects the video transition eects (MIX, WIPE).
The MIX or WIPE indicator lights to show that it is selected.
14 [CUT] [AUTO] button
Automatically switch between the videos being input to bus
PGM/A and PST/B, and send them to the nal output.
Button Explanation
[CUT] The picture switches instantly.
[AUTO] A transition eect is applied and the video is switched
automatically.
15 (Bluetooth®) indicator
Shows the Bluetooth connection status.
Lit Connected Rapid blinking Now pairing
Unlit Bluetooth o Blinking Waiting for connection
You can input audio from an audio device that uses Bluetooth,
or use dedicated software on your computer or iPad to remotely
control the V-160HD.
16 Video fader
Manually switch between the videos being input to bus PGM/A
and PST/B, and send them to the nal output.
Transition indicator
The indicators light up to show the video fader position.
When the video fader is pushed all the way down, only the
topmost or bottommost transition indicator lights.
17 Monitor
Shows the input/output video, a loaded still image, or a menu.
* The same video as that shown on the monitor of this unit is output
from the HDMI OUT 3 connector.

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Panel Descriptions
Front Panel
18 MONITOR [1]–[4] buttons
Switches between the video to monitor. Both the display from the
monitor of this unit and the output video from the HDMI OUT 3
connector switch at the same time.
Button Explanation
MONITOR [1]
MULTI-VIEW
The nal output video, preview output video and the
videos allocated to the cross-point [1]–[8] buttons
are shown in sections of the display.
MONITOR [2]
16 INPUT-VIEW
The input video from the HDMI IN connectors and
the SDI IN connectors are shown as 16 separate
sections on the screen.
MONITOR [3]
16 STILL-VIEW
Shows the loaded still images in 16 separate sections
on the screen.
MONITOR [4] PROGRAM
Shows the nal output video.
* The settings described above are the factory defaults. You can also
assign dierent video to each button.
19 [MENU] button
Switches the menu between visible and hidden.
The menu appears on the built-in monitor and the display
connected to the HDMI OUT 3 connector.
20 [EXIT] button
Returns you to the menu one level higher.
21 [VALUE] knob
Selects a menu item, or edits the value of a setting.
Press this knob to conrm the menu item you selected or the
value that you edited.
22 [OUTPUT FADE] button
The nal output video and audio fade in/out.
Lit Fade-out completed
Blinking Now fading-in/out
Unlit Normal output
* The settings described above are the factory defaults. You can also
assign other functions to the [OUTPUT FADE] button.
23 SEQUENCER
Use this to execute operations such as macros or recalling
preset memories (sequence function) in the order that you have
specied beforehand.
[ON] button
Long-press to turn sequence mode on/o.
[AUTO SEQUENCE] button
Turns the auto sequence function on/o.
[PREVIOUS] button
Returns to the previous operation.
[NEXT] button
Advances to the next operation. The button blinks while the
operation is executing.
1 PHONES jack
Connect headphones.
2 [PHONES] knob
Adjusts the volume of the headphones.
3 USB MEMORY port
Connect a USB ash drive. Use this to save/load the settings of this
unit, and to load still images.
* Never turn o the power or remove the USB ash drive while the USB
ash drive is being accessed.
1 2 3

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Panel Descriptions
1 RS-232 connector
You can connect this to a computer equipped with an RS-232
connector, and remotely control the V-160HD.
2 TALLY/GPIO connector
Use this to connect to devices that have a tally indicator feature,
or to connect to devices that have a control signal input/output
function.
3 CTL/EXP 1, 2 jacks
Connect footswitches (sold separately: BOSS FS-6, etc.) or
expression pedals (sold separately: EV-5, etc.). This is used when
using your foot to control operations such as video switching.
* Use only the specied expression pedal (sold separately: EV-5, BOSS
FV-500L, or FV-500H). By connecting any other expression pedals, you
risk causing malfunction and/or damage to the unit.
4 REFERENCE THRU connector
Sends the synchronization signal that is inputted to the V-160HD
to an external device that is connected to this unit.
5 REFERENCE IN connector
Connect an external source device for synchronization in order to
input a sync signal.
6 HDMI OUT 1–3 connectors, SDI OUT 1–3 connectors
These connectors output video. Choose the connectors that are
appropriate for the connected devices.
For each connector, you can change the video bus that is assigned
for output from that connector. With the factory settings, the bus
assignments are as follows.
Connector Bus
SDI/HDMI OUT 1 PROGRAM (nal output video)
SDI/HDMI OUT 2 PREVIEW (preview output video)
SDI/HDMI OUT 3 MULTI-VIEW
7 HDMI IN 1–8 connectors, SDI IN 1–8 connectors
These connectors input video. Choose the connectors that are
adaptor for the connected devices.
The input format is automatically recognized.
8 Ground terminal
Connect this to an external earth or ground if necessary.
9 DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
* Use the cord hook to secure the cord of the AC
adaptor as shown in the illustration.
If you have trouble running the cord through,
loosen the screw a little on the cord hook.
10 [POWER] button
Turns the power on/o.
11 AUDIO OUT jacks (XLR, RCA)
These jacks output audio. Choose the jacks that are appropriate
for the connected devices.
For each jack, you can change the audio bus (MASTER OUTPUT,
AUX) that is assigned for output from that jack.
12 AUDIO IN 1, 2, 3/L, 4/R jacks
These jacks input audio. Choose the jacks that are appropriate for
the connected devices.
* About phantom power
You can supply phantom power (+48 V) from the AUDIO IN 1 and 2
jacks (XLR). Turn on phantom power when you’re using a condenser
microphone that requires phantom power.
Use the [MENU] button Ó“AUDIO INPUT” Ó“AUDIO IN 1” or“AUDIO
IN 2” Óset “PHANTOM +48V” to “ON.”
13 USB STREAM port (USB Type-C™)
¹Outputs the audio and video to your computer. This is also used to
input audio played on your computer to the V-160HD.
¹Use the dedicated software to remotely control the V-160HD from
a computer or iPad that is connected.
Connecting an iPad
iPad
USB Type-C port
Lightning port Lightning to USB
camera adapter
USB Type-C cable
* If you are outputting HD video via USB, connect this to a USB 3.0 port
of your computer.
* If you connect via an extension cable or a USB hub, the computer
might not recognize this unit.
14 LAN CONTROL port
¹Lets you remotely control the V-160HD by using terminal
software, etc.
¹Use the dedicated software to remotely control the V-160HD from
a computer or iPad that is connected.
¹Use the V-160HD to remotely control a camera that is connected.
¹Displays a tally on your iOS or Android device (this is the “smart
tally” function).
Cord hook
Rear Panel
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn o all the units before making any connections.
* Do not block the cooling-fan intake and exhaust ports on the side panels. If the cooling-fan intake and exhaust ports are blocked, the internal
temperatures may rise, causing malfunctions due to excessive heat.
41 2 5
9 10 13 14
3 6 7
1211
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Pin assignment of AUDIO OUT jacks (XLR)
2: HOT
1: GND
3: COLD
1: GND
2: HOT
3: COLD
TIP: HOT
RING: COLD
SLEEVE: GND
Pin assignment of AUDIO IN 1 and 2 jacks (XLR/TRS)
2: HOT
1: GND
3: COLD
1: GND
2: HOT
3: COLD
TIP: HOT
RING: COLD
SLEEVE: GND

6
Basic Operations
Turning the Power On/O
* Before turning the unit on/o, always be sure to turn the volume
down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some
sound when switching the unit on/o. However, this is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction.
Turning the Power On
1. Make sure that all devices are powered-o.
2. Press the V-160HD’s [POWER] button to turn on the
power.
3. Turn on the power in the order of source devices Ó
output devices.
Turning the Power O
1. Turn o the power in the order of output devices Ó
source devices.
2. Press the V-160HD’s [POWER] button to turn o the
power.
Operating the Menu
Here’s how to access the menu, and make video/audio settings and
settings for this unit.
The menu is also appears on the display connected to the HDMI OUT
3 connector.
1. Press the [MENU] button to display the menu.
The menu is organized into functions.
2. Turn the [VALUE] knob to select the menu item that you
want to edit, and press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
3. Repeat step 2 as needed.
Pressing the [EXIT] button moves you back one level higher.
4. Turn the [VALUE] knob to change the setting value, and
then press the [VALUE] knob to conrm.
¹By turning the [VALUE] knob while pressing it, you can change the
value more greatly.
¹Long-pressing the [VALUE] knob returns the current menu item
you’re setting to its default value.
5. Press the [MENU] button to quit the menu.

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Video Operations
Switching the Video
You can switch between the videos of the PGM/A bus and PST/B bus to specify the nal output.
Assigning Video Sources
Assign the video sources (input video and still images) to the cross-
point [1]–[10] buttons.
Press a cross-point button while holding down the [INPUT ASSIGN]
button (p. 3
12
), or press the [MENU] button, select “VIDEO
ASSIGN” and select the video source from “INPUT 1–10.”
Setting the Operation Mode
There are two operation modes for switching the video: the“PGM/
PST mode”and the “A/B mode.”
Switch between operating modes by pressing the [MENU] button,
selecting “SYSTEM” Ó“PANEL OPERATION” and then selecting either
“PGM/PST” or “A/B.”
PGM/PST mode (factory settings)
The video on the PGM/A bus is always the nal output. The video on
the PST/B bus is preview output video (the video to be output next).
Operating the video fader or the [CUT] or [AUTO] button makes the
nal video output and the preview output video change places.
A/B mode
When you operate the video fader, the video of the bus toward which
the video fader is ipped always becomes the nal output. The video
of the other bus becomes the preview output video (the video that is
output next).
When the [CUT] or [AUTO] button is operated, the video on the
PGM/A bus and the video on the PST/B bus become the nal output
in alternation.
Switching in the PGM/PST Mode
1. Flip the video fader all the way upward or downward.
The video on the PGM/A bus is the nal output.
When the video fader is pushed all the way
down, only the topmost or bottommost
transition indicator lights.
2. Press a PST/B cross-point [1]–[10] button to select the
preview output video (the video to be output next).
You can check the preview output video in the PVW section of the
multi-view.
Lit red: Final output video
Lit Green: Preview output video (the video to be output next)
3. Press the [TRANSITION] button to select
the transition eect (MIX, WIPE).
Using the buttons to switch
4. Press the [AUTO] or [CUT] button.
Button Explanation
[CUT] The picture switches instantly.
[AUTO]
The video is switched automatically. The [AUTO] button
ashes while the video transition is in progress.
To specify the video transition time, use the [MENU] button
Ó“TRANSITION TIME” Ó“MIX/WIPE TIME.”
Using the fader to switch
4. Move the video fader in the direction opposite to the
direction in step 1.
The video is switched according to the movement of the video
fader.
Switching in the A/B Mode
1. Flip the video fader all the way upward or downward.
The video of the bus toward which you pull down the video fader
becomes the nal output.
2. Press a cross-point [1]–[10] button at the end to which
the video fader is not ipped to select the preview output
video (the video to output next).
Lit red: Final output video
Lit Green: Preview output video (the video to be output next)
3. Press the [TRANSITION] button to select the transition
eect (MIX, WIPE).
Using the buttons to switch
4. Press the [AUTO] or [CUT] button.
Using the fader to switch
4. Move the video fader in the direction opposite to the
direction in step 1.
The video is switched according to the movement of the video
fader.

8
Video Operations
Compositing Video with Split
Here’s how to composite two videos in dividing the screen into left/right or upper/lower.
Positioning a video
Left or upper: Video on the PGM/A bus
Right or lower: Video on the PST/B bus
Split left/right
Split upper/lower
Conguring the Screen Layout
You can congure the screen layout separately for the [SPLIT 1] and
[SPLIT 2] buttons.
1. [MENU] button Ó“SPLIT” Ó“SPLIT 1” or “SPLIT 2” Ó
select “SPLIT TYPE,” and press the [VALUE] knob.
2. Use the [VALUE] knob to select “SPLIT V” or “SPLIT H,” and
press the [VALUE] knob.
Value Explanation
SPLIT V
This vertically crops the center section of the video (split
left/right).
A B
A B
ABB
A
SPLIT H
This horizontally crops the center section of the video
(split upper/lower).
A BA B
AB
B
A
3. Press the [MENU] button to quit the menu.
MEMO
You can change the color and width of the boundary.
To make this setting, use the [MENU] button Ó“SPLIT” Ó“SPLIT 1”
or “SPLIT 2” Ó“BORDER COLOR” and “BORDER WIDTH.”
Compositing Using SPLIT
1. Press a PGM/A cross-point [1]–[10] button to select the
video you want to display upper or on the left.
2. Press a PST/B cross-point [1]–[10] button to select the
video you want to display lower or on the right.
3. Press the [SPLIT 1] or [SPLIT 2] button to turn on split
compositing (lit).
The video you selected in steps 1 and 2 is composited.
4. Use the [PGM/A-CENTER] and [PST/B-CENTER] knob to
adjust the position of the video or boundary.
Knob Explanation
[PGM/A-CENTER]
Adjusts the horizontal/vertical position of the
video that’s shown in the left or upper area.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the position of the boundary.
[PST/B-CENTER]
Adjusts the horizontal/vertical position of the
video that’s shown in the right or lower area.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the position of the boundary.
5. To turn o split compositing, press the [SPLIT 1] or
[SPLIT 2] button once again.

9
Video Operations
Compositing Video with Picture-in-Picture (PinP)
Here’s how to composite an inset screen onto the background video. You can use PinP & KEY 1–4 at the same time to display four inset screens.
This example shows you how to composite video using“PinP & KEY 1.”The operation is the same when using “PinP & KEY 2–4.”
Inset screen 1 (PinP & KEY 1) Inset screen 2 (PinP & KEY 2)
Inset screen 3 (PinP & KEY 3)
Background video
Inset screen 4 (PinP & KEY 4)
1. Press the PinP & KEY 1 [SOURCE] button to turn it on (the
button lights up).
2. Press a PinP & KEY SOURCE [1]–[10] button to select the
video you want to make the inset screen.
Yellow: Inset screen video
White: Video input available
Unlit: Video input unavailable
Lit yellow
* When selecting a video not assigned to INPUT 1–10, set this from
the [MENU] button Ó“PinP & KEY” Ó“PinP & KEY 1” Ó“PinP
SOURCE.”
3. Press the PinP & KEY 1 [PVW] button to turn on the inset
screen preview output (lit).
The inset screen appears in the PVW section of the multi-view,
allowing you to check the inset screen’s location and size.
At this stage, the nal output has not yet been changed.
4. Use the PinP & KEY 1 [POSITION H] [POSITION V] knobs to
adjust the inset screen.
Knob Explanation
[POSITION H]
Adjusts the horizontal position of the inset screen.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the size of the inset screen.
[POSITION V]
Adjusts the vertical position of the inset screen.
Turn while pressing:
Adjusts the zoom of the video shown in the inset
screen.
5. Press the PinP & KEY 1 [PGM] button to turn on PinP
compositing (lit).
The inset screen is displayed on the nal output.
6. To turn o PinP compositing, press the PinP & KEY 1
[PGM] button once again.
MEMO
¹The output video layers are structured as shown in the illustration
below.
PinP & KEY 4
PinP & KEY 3
PinP & KEY 2
PinP & KEY 1
DSK 1 (p. 10)
DSK 2 (p. 10)
PGM/A (background video)
PST/B (background video)
Long-pressing the [PVW] or [PGM] button for each layer shows
only the layer that is targeted for the operation while the button is
pressed (this is the spot function).
¹Set the fade-in/out time for the inset screen from the [MENU]
button Ó“TRANSITION TIME” Ó“PinP & KEY 1–4 TIME.”
¹You can make detailed settings for size, shape, border width and
more for the inset screens from the PinP & KEY menu.
When you change the“PinP & KEY TYPE,” you can also change the
PinP and luminance/chroma key at the same time.
Ø“Reference Manual” (PDF)

10
Video Operations
Compositing Video with Downstream Keyer (DSK)
You can further composite titles, subtitles/captions and other video on video composited using split (p. 8) or PinP (p. 9).
There are two DSK series on the V-160HD. DSK layers are shown in front of other layers (Ømemo on p. 9).
DSK Types
For DSK composition, you can use a luminance key, a chroma key or
an alpha channel key.
Luminance key (factory settings)
You can cut out a logo or image by turning its black or white portion
transparent, and then superimpose it on the background video.
Black or white
Background video DSK video source
Chroma key
You can cut out a video by turning its blue or green portion
transparent, and then superimpose it on the background video. You
can select a color from the video material to set as the key color.
Blue or green
Background video DSK video source
Alpha channel key
Use alpha channels (areas which contain transparency data) to cut
out images and place them against dierent background video as a
composite.
Alpha channel
Background video DSK video source
Using Luminance Key
Here we explain how to use “DSK 1”for compositing images, based
on the factory default settings (luminance key (black)/self key).
The operation is the same when using“DSK 2.”
1. Press the DSK 1 [SOURCE] button to turn it on (the button
lights up).
2. Press a DSK SOURCE [1]–[10] button to select the DSK
video source.
Magenta: DSK video source
White: Video input available
Unlit: Video input unavailable
Lit magenta
* When selecting a video not assigned to INPUT 1–10, set this from
the [MENU] button Ó“DSK” Ó“DSK 1” Ó“DSK SOURCE.”
3. Press the DSK 1 [PVW] button to turn on the preview
output (lit).
A preview of the composition results is displayed in the PVW
section of the multi-view.
At this stage, the nal output has not yet been changed.
4. Use the DSK 1 [LEVEL] and [GAIN] knob to adjust the
degree of eect applied.
Knob Explanation
[LEVEL] Adjusts the degree of extraction (transparency) for the key.
[GAIN] Adjusts the degree of edge blur (semi-transmissive region)
for the key.
5. Press the DSK 1 [PGM] button to turn on DSK compositing
(lit).
The composition results is sent to nal output.
6. To turn o DSK compositing, press the DSK 1 [PGM]
button once again.
MEMO
¹Set the fade-in/out time for the DSK video to superimpose from
the [MENU] button Ó“TRANSITION TIME” Ó“DSK 1 TIME” or “DSK
2 TIME.”
¹An external key can also be used for DSK compositing.
Ø“Reference Manual” (PDF)

11
About Rack Mounting
Attaching the included rack-mount angles lets you install the V-160HD in a 19-inch rack.
Attaching the Rack-Mount Angles
1. Turn o the power to the V-160HD and disconnect the
power cord and all connection cables.
2. Use the included mounting screws (three per side) to
attach the rack-mount angles.
* Both of the rack-mount angles have the same shape; there is no
dierence between left and right.
NOTE
When uninstalling the rack-mount angles
Before uninstalling the rack-mount angles, turn o the power to the
V-160HD and disconnect the power cord and all connector cables.
Important Notes on Rack Mounting
¹Before mounting, turn o the power to the V-160HD and detach
the power cord and all connection cables.
¹When mounting the unit, take care not to pinch your ngers etc.
¹To prevent incorrect operation or malfunction, take care not to
subject areas protruding beyond the rack to accidental impact.
¹To ensure room for connectors and cables, leave 2U of clearance
above the unit.
¹Use all threaded holes (at 2 locations on each side, for a total
of 4) to secure the unit to the rack using screws. Screws for
rackmounting are not included.
¹Never transport the rack with the unit installed in it. The impact of
shaking or vibration might deform the rack-mount angles.
¹When mounting the V-160HD in a rack, pay attention to the
following points to ensure ecient cooling.
– Install in a well-ventilated location.
– Avoid blocking the cooling-fan intake and exhaust ports on the
side panels of the V-160HD.
– Avoid mounting the unit in a sealed-type rack. Warm air within
the rack cannot escape, making ecient cooling impossible.
– If the back of the rack cannot be opened, install an exhaust port
or ventilation fan at the top back surface of the rack where warm
air collects.
¹Also read the“Placement” (p. 12 and the leaet “USING THE UNIT
SAFELY”) under “IMPORTANT NOTES.”

12
USING THE UNIT SAFELY
IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply
¹Place the AC adaptor so the side with the
indicator faces upwards. The indicator will light
when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
Placement
¹Depending on the material and temperature
of the surface on which you place the unit, its
rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
Repairs and Data
¹Before sending the unit away for repairs, be
sure to make a backup of the data stored
within it; or you may prefer to write down the
needed information. Although we will do our
utmost to preserve the data stored in your
unit when we carry out repairs, in some cases,
such as when the memory section is physically
damaged, restoration of the stored content
may be impossible. Roland assumes no liability
concerning the restoration of any stored content
that has been lost.
Additional Precautions
¹Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the
result of equipment failure, incorrect operation,
etc. To protect yourself against the irretrievable
loss of data, try to make a habit of creating
regular backups of the data you’ve stored in the
unit.
¹Roland assumes no liability concerning the
restoration of any stored content that has been
lost.
¹Never strike or apply strong pressure to the
display.
¹When disposing of the packing carton or
cushioning material in which this unit was
packed, you must observe the waste disposal
regulations that apply to your locality.
¹This unit allows you to switch images at high
speed. For some people, viewing such images
can cause headache, nausea, or other discomfort.
Do not use this unit to create video that might
cause these types of health problems. Roland
Corporation will accept no responsibility for any
such health problems that may occur in yourself
or in viewers.
¹Do not use connection cables that contain a
built-in resistor.
¹When making connections to the LAN CONTROL
port, use shielded LAN cables.
¹This document explains the specications of
the product at the time that the document was
issued. For the latest information, refer to the
Roland website.
Using External Memories
¹Please observe the following precautions when
handling external memory devices. Also, make
sure to carefully observe all the precautions that
were supplied with the external memory device.
– Do not remove the device while reading/
writing is in progress.
– To prevent damage from static electricity,
discharge all static electricity from your person
before handling the device.
Caution Regarding Radio Frequency Emissions
¹The following actions may subject you to penalty
of law.
– Disassembling or modifying this device.
– Removing the certication label axed to the
back of this device.
– Using this device in a country other than where
it was purchased
Intellectual Property Right
¹It is forbidden by law to make an audio
recording, video recording, copy or revision of
a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work,
video work, broadcast, live performance, or
other work), whether in whole or in part, and
distribute, sell, lease, perform or broadcast it
without the permission of the copyright owner.
¹Do not use this product for purposes that could
infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We
assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard
to any infringements of third-party copyrights
arising through your use of this product.
¹This product can be used to record or duplicate
audio or visual material without being limited
by certain technological copy-protection
measures. This is due to the fact that this
product is intended to be used for the purpose
of producing original music or video material,
and is therefore designed so that material that
does not infringe copyrights belonging to others
(for example, your own original works) can be
recorded or duplicated freely.
¹This product contains eParts integrated software
platform of eSOL Co.,Ltd. eParts is a trademark of
eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan.
¹The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Roland is
under license.
¹Roland is an either registered trademark or
trademark of Roland Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
¹Company names and product names appearing
in this document are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective owners.
WARNING
Secure a sucient amount of space at the setup
location
Since this unit normally emits a slight
amount of heat, make sure to secure
sucient space around it, as shown below.
Front Rear
20 cm (8 in.) or greater
30 cm (12 in.)
or greater
20 cm (8 in.) or greater
5 cm (2 in.)
or greater
15 cm (6 in.)
or greater
Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct
voltage
Be sure to use only the AC adaptor
supplied with the unit. Also, make sure the
line voltage at the installation matches the
input voltage specied on the AC adaptor’s body.
Other AC adaptors may use a dierent polarity, or
be designed for a dierent voltage, so their use
could result in damage, malfunction, or electric
shock.
WARNING
Use only the supplied power cord
Use only the attached power cord. Also,
the supplied power cord must not be used
with any other device.
CAUTION
Keep small items out of the reach of children
To prevent accidental ingestion of the
parts listed below, always keep them out
of the reach of small children.
¹Included Parts: Screws (p. 11)
Handle the ground terminal carefully
If you remove the screw from the ground
terminal, be sure to replace it; don’t leave
it lying around where it could accidentally
be swallowed by small children. When refastening
the screw, make that it is rmly fastened, so it won’t
come loose.
CAUTION
Precautions concerning use of phantom power
supply
Always turn the phantom power o
when connecting any device other than
condenser microphones that require
phantom power. You risk causing damage if you
mistakenly supply phantom power to dynamic
microphones, audio playback devices, or other
devices that don’t require such power. Be sure to
check the specications of any microphone you
intend to use by referring to the manual that came
with it.
(This instrument’s phantom power:
48 V DC, 14 mA Max)