RØDE Has Released Firmware Update 1.4 for Video Consoles
The latest firmware enables 4K capture and new sync features for the RodeCaster Video production series.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Software
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RØDE has launched firmware update 1.4, introducing 4K UHD capture capabilities across its RodeCaster Video, Video S, and Video Core consoles. The update also adds support for timeline exports in OTIO format for non-linear editing software and enables new sync functionality for specific models.
Why it matters
This update addresses long-standing user requests for higher resolution capture in professional video production workflows. By bringing 4K capabilities to existing hardware, the update extends the functional lifecycle and versatility of the RodeCaster series for content creators.
RodeCaster Video now accepts four 4Kp60 camera feeds, while the Video S and Core models support three 4K HDMI inputs. Enabling 4K mode requires sacrificing some switching, multi-cam, and media options compared to standard HD configurations.
The players
RØDE
RØDE is a global manufacturer of audio and video production equipment based in Australia.
The details
Users can now sync RodeCaster Video and Video S units directly with RodeCaster Pro II or Duo consoles using a single USB-C cable. Additionally, the firmware adds support for audio input from compatible USB webcams and streamlines post-production by enabling OTIO timeline exports.
Timeline
Firmware update 1.4 was released for download on September 24, 2026.
The RodeCaster Video product line was originally announced on September 24, 2024.
The Tech Race
This firmware update marks a strategic pivot for the RodeCaster Video series as it seeks to compete with dedicated hardware mixers that have long supported 4K workflows. By expanding software capabilities post-launch, RØDE is positioning its ecosystem against legacy broadcast equipment that often lacks such flexible, remote-updatable features.
Users can immediately improve their production quality by enabling 4K capture, though they should note that this mode limits certain live switching and media arrangement capabilities. Creative workflows will benefit from the addition of OTIO timeline exports and expanded USB webcam audio integration.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates how hardware manufacturers are increasingly using firmware to extend product utility long after the initial purchase date. Creators should evaluate whether the benefits of 4K resolution outweigh the trade-offs in live switching features before switching modes.
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