Roland P-20HD Video Instant Replayer and Recorder

Overview
The P-20HD is an affordable and user-friendly solution for adding instant replay and event recording capabilities to any live production setup. It allows for long events to be captured on low-cost SD cards, with options for slow-motion instant replay, variable speed playback, and simultaneous recording and playback. The compact and reliable hardware design makes it ideal for a variety of events, including school and corporate events, sports, esports, and sports training.

The P-20HD also offers intuitive controls for single-operator production, an integrated color LCD for preview monitoring, and a clip playlist builder for creating highlight reels. With the latest update, Version 1.2, the P-20HD has added features such as 1080i output, MP4 file export, and the ability to control it with a V-60HD Video Switcher, USB keyboard, external footswitches, LAN, and RS-232. It can be seamlessly integrated into different workflows and allows for one person to manage replay duties while also handling other elements of the production.

Included in box
1x Roland P-20HD
1x AC Adapter
1x Power Cord
1x Owner’s Manual

About the Roland P-20HD Video Instant Replayer and Recorder
An intuitive and affordable solution for bringing instant replay of highlight reels and event recording capabilities to any live production setup

Capture long events to low cost and widely available SD cards
Slow-motion instant replay and variable speed playback
Intuitive controls for single-operator production
Simultaneous recording and playback
Delay video output from minutes to hours for various applications
Clip playlist builder for creating highlight reels
Integrated colour LCD for preview monitoring
Compact, portable, and reliable hardware design
Ideal for corporate events, broadcast, sports, esports, and sports training

System Program Version 1.2

The P-20HD continues to evolve with the Version 1.2 update, adding 1080i output, MP4 file export, control by V-60HD Video Switcher, USB Keyboard, external footswitches, LAN, and RS-232, and more improvements. Version 1.2 is a free, user-installable update for all P-20HD owners.

Take Live Production to the Next Level

When watching a event live or on a broadcast stream, today’s audiences expect the high production values they see when watching events on network TV. With the P-20HD, adding the magic of instant replay to your workflow has never been more simple and affordable. Using intuitive controls and the integrated colour LCD, you can easily cue up replays of important action to let the audience relive the moment, either on your streaming feed or live event screens—or both at once.

Record and Replay at the Same Time

The P-20HD records directly to high-capacity SD cards, which are widely available and easy to swap out. And as you cue up and replay clips, the event keeps recording in the background, with no gaps in the action.

Plays Well with Others

The P-20HD can be seamlessly inserted into a variety of workflows. Use it on its own, or upstream or downstream of any Roland video switcher. Connect two cameras and switch/composite between sources to capture them for replay. Both HDMI inputs feature built-in scalers, providing worry-free connectivity with nearly any video sourc

One Person Operation

A professional network broadcast has a dedicated team that handles replay duties. With the P-20HD, a single operator can easily mark, cue, and replay clips while managing other elements of a production. Simply register events as clips with button taps while recording, and then instantly play them back with dedicated panel switches.

Built-In Preview Monitor

With its onboard colour display, the P-20HD makes it simple to manage and execute your workflow in real time. In recording view, the screen shows the current video input, plus critical SD card information like recording duration, remaining storage space, and available time. And in playback view, you can display cropped previews of all video clips for live replay or compilation into playlists.

Direct-Access Controls

Filled with single-task hardware controls, the P-20HD provides a hands-on experience that lets you get the job done with zero frustration. Dedicated transport buttons include play, pause, forward, rewind, mark in, and mark out. A jog/shuttle wheel with optical encoding provides precise, fluid control to scrub clips for replay and editing, while the T-bar lets you adjust playback speed. Engaging the Speed Range function provides ultra-fine control, perfect for focusing in on tight action.

Create Highlight Reels

After the event is over, use the media playlist builder to aggregate clips into curated pro videos, ready for distribution and sharing on your favourite platform.

Superb Audio Quality

The P-20HD features the high-quality sound processing that Roland is famous for. Stereo audio I/O is supported via embedded HDMI and analog RCA jacks, and there’s a convenient headphones jack for signal monitoring. Onboard EQ, limiter, and delay effects are also available to enhance the sound and eliminate audio and video sync issues.

Universal File Compatibility

The P-20HD records natively in H.264*, one of the most universally supported file formats available. H.264 maintains high quality even at low bit rates, providing excellent video at reduced file sizes. All of the most popular online video platforms accept H.264 format, letting you upload files created on the P-20HD with no conversion steps in-between.

*For maximum recording stability, the P-20HD automatically divides the recording file every three minute

A Winning Workflow Combination

Pairing the P-20HD with the advanced Roland V-60HD video switcher creates a complete broadcast switching and playback solution that’s ready to handle most any local production. Using one of the V-60HD’s HDMI outputs, you can route any input source—including SDI—to the P-20HD for recording and instant replay.

Visually Engage With Fans

Real-time annotation over video is economical, and simple with the P-20HD and a connected Wacom Tablet*. Draw lines or diagram the trajectory of the action to help fans analyze the play and help make commentary easier to understand. Draw with various colors, and shapes, even control the playback speed of the video.

*1 For compatible pen tablet models see https://proav.roland.com/global/support/by_product/p-20hd/support_documents/

*2 P-20HD can not record the annotation itself

Applications

Corporate events

Intuitive SD card recording of live events. While recording an entire event, instantly create video clips of event highlights and easily build clip playlists to play out at the end of the event.

Broadcast

Delay video output from minutes to hours for live adding of subtitling or safe delay output to avoid embarrassing moments from being broadcast.

School Sports

The P-20HD helps you keeps audiences engaged with modern production values, bringing more interest and support to your athletic programs. And thanks to its intuitive interface, anyone can run the P-20HD with a minimal learning curve. During any game, the operator can instantly replay the last action in forward, reverse, or slow motion, step through plays frame by frame, and even freeze the action at key moments.

Esports

With its integrated recording and instant playback capabilities, the P-20HD is perfect for esports broadcasting and livestreaming. The standalone hardware design provides dedicated processing, conserving computer GPU resources for competitive gameplay.

Coaching and Training

The P-20HD gives coaches and trainers a powerful and efficient solution to build skills, analyze plays, and develop strategy, helping clients be perfect when it matters most.

Video
Video Processing 4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8-bit
Input Connectors- INPUT 1–2- HDMI type A x 2
* Multi-format Supported
Output Connectors MAIN- HDMI type A
* Multi-format Supported
PREIVEW HDMI type A
Input formats 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p,
SVGA (800 x 600/60Hz), XGA (1024 x 768/60Hz),
WXGA (1280 x 800/60Hz), FWXGA (1366 x 768/60Hz),
SXGA (1280 x 1024/60Hz), SXGA+ (1400 x 1050/60Hz),
UXGA (1600 x 1200/60Hz), Full HD (1920 x 1080/60Hz),
WUXGA (1920 x 1200/60Hz)
* The refresh rate is the maximum value of each resolution.
* Conforms to CEA-861-E,VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11.
* 1920 x 1200/60 Hz: Reduced blanking
* The video signal frame rate can be selected at the SYSTEM menu (59.94 Hz or 50 Hz).
Output formats MAIN- 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p
* The video signal frame rate can be selected at the SYSTEM menu (59.94 Hz or 50 Hz).
PREVIEW 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p
* The video signal frame rate can be selected at the SYSTEM menu (59.94 Hz or 50 Hz).
Still Image Bitmap File (.bmp) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color, uncompressed.
PNG File (.png) Maximum 1920 x 1080 pixels, 24-bit color, 8-bits alpha channel.
* It can be stored up to 16 files in each Projects.
Recording mode
Instant Replay Mode
file format MPEG2-TS
CODEC H.264 Hight@L.4.1 10Mbps 8bit 4:2:0
AAC LC 128kbps, 48kHz, 16bit stereo recording mode: resolution priority, framerate priority
* It can be selected at project settings
Recording media SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Video Effects
Composition PinP, SPLIT
Transition CUT, MIX, WIPE
Other Flip horizontal, Still Image Playback, Test pattern output
Audio
Audio Processing Sample rate: 24 bits/48 kHz
Audio formats Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 2ch
Input Connectors INPUT 1–2: HDMI Type A x 2
AUDIO IN: RCA phono type
Output Connectors
MAIN OUT HDMI Type A
PREVIEW OUT HDMI Type A
AUDIO OUT RCA phono type
PHONES Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
Input Level AUDIO IN- -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)
Input Impedance AUDIO IN- 15 k ohms
Output Level AUDIO OUT- -10 dBu (Maximum: +8 dBu)
PHONES 92 mW + 92 mW (32 ohms)
Output Impedance AUDIO OUT- 1 k ohm
PHONES 10 ohms
Audio Effects Eq, Delay, Limiter, Test tone output
Audio Player File format: WAV (Linear PCM, 48kHz/48kHz, 16bit, stereo
* It can be stored up to 16 files in each Projects.
Other Connectors USB HOST port: USB A type (For USB flash drive)
LAN port: RJ-45, 1000BASE-T (For remote control)
RS-232 connector: DB-9 type (Male, for remote control)
CTL/EXP 1, 2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
DC IN
Other Functions Panel lock function
EDID Emulator
Display 4.3 inches TFT Color LCD: 480 x 272 dots
Power Supply AC adaptor
Current Draw 3 A
Power Consumption 36 W
Operation Temperature +0 to +40 degrees Celsius
+32 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Dimensions 265 (W) x 216 (D) x 87 (H) mm
10-7/16 (W) x 8-9/16 (D) x 3-7/16 (H) inches
Weight (excluding AC adaptor) 2.1 kg
4 lbs 11 oz
Accessories Owner’s Manual
AC adaptor
Power cord
Note * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

Capture long events to low cost and widely available SD cards
Slow-motion instant replay and variable speed playback
Intuitive controls for single-operator production
Simultaneous recording and playback
Clip playlist builder for creating highlight reels
Integrated color LCD for preview monitoring
Compact, portable, and reliable hardware design
Ideal for school corporate events, broadcast, sports, esports, and sports training