Ripley – A full-featured server incorporated into replay console

"Ripley" is a unique new system which combines the replay server and the remote controller within the dimensions of the replay console.

It comes in 2 models: Ripley 442 and Ripley Plus.

The 442 model provides:

  • HD: 4 recording + 4 search + 2 playback channels + FX

The Plus provides:

  • 3G: 6 recording + 6 search + 2 playback channels + FX
  • HD: 6 recording + 6 search + 2 playback channels + FX

The server has 2 graphical interfaces for the Main Interface and Multiviewer. If necessary, a single monitor using MultiSkin switching function can display both of them.

For integration with mixers and other equipment, "Ripley" has LTC and GPO interfaces, as well as RS232/422 port.

It also supports networking with other slomo.tv servers for exchange of clips and playlists (Free "Transfer" option) via 1GbE interface.

As all slomo.tv servers, Ripley is integrated with high-speed cameras of various manufacturers. Ripley Plus can support two 3x or three 2x Super Slow Motion cameras. Thanks to the "Transfer" (networking) option, clips from Super Motion cameras are available for creating Summary/Highlights on other servers without additional hardware or software options.

As any other slomo.tv server, Ripley provides for automatic clips creation, wide abilities for playlists’ editing, simultaneous search on all channels, instant slow motion replays, networking, etc. The basic configuration includes free 'Transfer' (networking) and 'Game Analyzer' (telestrator) options, reflecting the company's policy aimed at increased functionality without raising prices.

Keyboard, mouse and other external devices are connected via USB 2.0 and USB 3.0.

The unique feature of "Ripley" is the presence of 4 SDHC standard memory card slots on the side panel. The cards can be used for export and import of video materials, as well as for recording of incoming video signals in H.264 or AVC-Intra 50Mbit.

"Ripley" has 51 RGB illuminated push buttons, Jog Shuttle and T-Bar, providing up to 1024 values of the lever position.

The system has SSD storage subsystem of 66 hours of 100Mbit HD.

"Ripley" is powered by 110-220 V and weighs less than 4 kg.

videoReferee®-R for sports video-refereeing

This sports video-refereeing capability is one of the most important options. It works with 4 HD/3G or 8 HD cameras. This number of recorded channels is sufficient for using it many sports.

Sports

Areas of use

"Ripley" is a compact system the size of a replay console perfectly suited for field work. Two systems can be placed in one carry-on case.

The system is perfect for TV companies that do not use large servers. It makes it easier to service various event venues.

The 3G-SDI option allows it to be used for broadcasting eSports events, for which 3G signals support is a key factor.

"Ripley Plus" with 8-camera video-refereeing option, can be used in many sports.

Connection diagram Ripley

Connection diagram Ripley


1 – Power switch

2 – Phones

3 – GPIO – for External equipment integration (DHS-15)

4 – LTC Input (BNC)

5 – Reference Input (DIN1.0/2.3)

6...11 – Cameras 1...6 (SDI inputs 1...6 (DIN1.0/2.3))

12 – SDI Output – Preview (DIN1.0/2.3)

13 – SDI Output – Program (DIN1.0/2.3)

14 – Ground

15 – AC 110/220 V 60/50Hz

16 – RS-422/232 – for External equipment communication (DB-9)

17 – DC 12-14V

18 – miniDP (USB-C) 1920 x 1080 – Multiviewer Interface

19 – Keyboard and Mouse (USB)

20 – 1 GBE (RJ-45)

21 – HDMI™ 1920 x 1080 – Main Interface