A bundle that pairs the power of the Roland V-1HD Video Switcher with the Matrox Monarch HD, a professional video streaming and recording appliance. Super easy to use and set up, this bundle is perfect for getting started with multi-camera live streaming!
Not only does the Monarch allow you to stream your productions, you can attach portable USB drive to it such as our G-Tech G-Drive RAW and record your video in the native resolution.
The Roland V-1HD Video Switcher is a compact and portable four channel video switcher with both hardware and connected PC / iPad control that supports four HDMI inputs at resolutions of up to 1080p along with a 12 channel audio mixer with audio embedding and de-embedding from HDMI. The V-1HD supports professional compositing effects such as picture-in-picture and keying allowing for graphic insets, titling or even "green screen" and is ideal for news broadcast or corporate training productions. For creative live event video switching, the V-1HD includes an advanced video effects for transforming video into creative visuals to support all kinds of performances.
Matrox Monarch HD is a small, easy-to-use video streaming and recording appliance designed for professional video producers who need to simultaneously stream a live event and record the master quality version for post-event editing. By separating the task of recording from streaming in a single integrated unit, Matrox Monarch HD ensures that the Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) are focused on delivering quality video to your audience while you control the quality of the archive.
From any HDMI input source such as a camera or switcher, Matrox Monarch HD generates an H.264-encoded stream compliant with RTSP or RTMP protocols. While encoding the video at bitrates suitable for live streaming, Matrox Monarch HD simultaneously records a high-quality MP4 file to an SD card, a USB drive, or a network-mapped drive. Matrox Monarch HD is remotely controlled using any computer or mobile device with a web browser.