Ripley – A full-featured server incorporated into replay console

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.

Ripley

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
Parameters Ripley 442 Ripley Plus
Video inputs (connectors) HD / SD SDI (DIN 1.0/2.3) 3G / HD / SD SDI (DIN 1.0/2.3)
Video inputs
(Replay Mode / Recording for NLE)
3G SDI — 6 / 6
HD SDI 4 / 4 6 / 6
Video outputs 2 HD/SD SDI
1st Out – Playout with transition effects
2nd Out can be configured as Preview, Multiviewer, Alpha-channel, Game Analyzer or Delay Output.
Graphics ports mini DP, HDMI™
Video Formats
HD/SD SDI 29.97 / 59.94Hz: 1920x1080/59.94i, 1920x1080/29.97 PsF, 1280x720/59.94p, 720x480/29.97 PsF, 720x480/59.94i.
25 / 50Hz: 1920x1080/50i, 1920x1080/25 PsF, 1280x720/50p, 720x576/25 PsF, 720x576/50i.
Support of 16:9 and 4:3 modes.
3G SDI 1920x1080/59.94p, 1920x1080/119.88i,
1920x1080/50p, 1920x1080/100i
Channels (simultaneously)
3G SDI — 6 Record / 6 Search / 2 Playback + FX
HD SDI 4 Record / 4 Search / 2 Playback + FX 6 Record / 6 Search / 2 Playback + FX
SD card standard SDHC
Codecs
Replay DCT based I-frame codec
Export ProRes 442, AVID DNxHD, XDCAM422 50Mbit, AVC-Intra 100/50, DVCPro HD
SD card H.264, AVC-Intra 50Mbit
Export Containers QuickTime / MXF / MP4
SSD storage capacity 66
Multiviewer Built-in into main interface. Additional – Full screen on 2nd graphical or 2nd SDI output. MultiSkin mode displays additional interfaces on primary or secondary monitors:
  • Multiviewer with video windows of all cameras, plus Preview and Program windows. (Provides convenient way to follow all recording channels and select interesting views).
  • Game Analyzer - Drawing on live or recorded video in analyzing of game situations.
Recorded Audio Channels (embeded) Up to 32 / 32 audio channels embedded into SDI output signal 16/24 bit 48 kHz
Replay Audio Channels 8 embedded audio channels
Controller 51 RGB illuminated push buttons, Jog Shuttle and T-Bar, providing up to 1024 values of lever position
Integration with Match-controller and external devices Via RS232/422 interface
Time-code LTC (SMPTE 12M-1)
Synchronization Support of Tri-level and Black Burst
GPIO 2 inputs and 2 outputs for integration with external equipment (Mixer, Switcher, Automation)
Video Exchange 1 GbE (Network)
Video Standards 3G SDI video conforms to SMPTE 424M /SMPTE 425
HD video conforms to SMPTE 292M
SD video conforms to SMPTE 259M
720p video conforms to SMPTE 296M 2001
Power 110V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz/
12-14V DC via 4-pin XLR type connector
Power Consumption 100 W
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 150 x 263 х 282
Weight Kg 3.75
Options Description Ripley Plus Ripley 442
Transfer Ability to transfer any clip or playlist to network integrated servers with the same option. Included Included
Game Analyzer Provides possibility of applying simple graphics on video. Included Included
3G SDI support Ability to work with 3G-SDi signals in 662 mode: 6 recording + 6 search + 2 playback channels + FX.
SDI I/O can be used for 1080p50/60 and 1080i100/200 production.		 ✔ ✖
Export MXF/QT Export of recorded material in native Apple Final Cut, Avid MC and Adobe Premiere files with DVCPro / ProRes / DNxHD codecs. ✔ ✔
Super Motion Support for High Speed Super Motion Cameras. (Requires 3 dedicated input channels). ✔ ✔
SDX* 4-slot High speed USB 3.0 SD card reader. SD cards are used for export/import of materials. ✔ ✔
4-channel videoReferee®
Includes VR Controller.		 Sports video refereeing with 4 SDI cameras providing fingertip control browsing, marking, slow motion playback. Display Modes: 4 Live, 1 Live, 4 recorded – Search, 1 recorded – Search/Playback (variable speed), 1 recorded – Zoom search. ✔ ✔
8-channel videoReferee®
Includes VR Controller.		 Sports video refereeing with 8 SDI cameras providing fingertip control browsing, marking, slow motion playback. Display Modes: 4 Live, 1 Live, 4 recorded – Search, 1 recorded – Search/Playback (variable speed), 1 recorded – Zoom search. ✔ ✖

Note:

* – Available at ordering

Configuration Description Diagram File
Ripley 442 Four Channels Replay with Program and Preview DCT based I-frame codec. Channels: 4 Record; 4 Search; 2 Playpback. 4 SDI Inputs, 1st Output – Program, 2nd Output – Preview Graphics Port 1 (DVI) – Main Interface (MI), Graphics Port 2 (HDMI) –- Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 662 Six Channels Replay with Program and Preview DCT based I-frame codec. Channels: 6 Record; 6 Search; 2 Playpback. 6 SDI Inputs, 1st Output – Program, 2nd Output – Preview, Graphics Port 1 (DVI) – Main Interface (MI), Graphics Port 2 (HDMI) – Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 442 Four Channels Replay with Program and Preview and one interface monitor DCT based I-frame codec. Channels: 4 Record; 4Search; 2 Playpback. 4 SDI Inputs, 1st Output – Program, 2nd Output – Preview. Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 442 + Hitachi SK-HD1500-S2 SuperMo3x Camera Replay configuration for SuperMotion camera. 3 SDI inputs: Link-A, Link-B, Link-C. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 442 + Two Sony HDC2500 SuperMo2x cameras Replay configuration for Two 2x speed SuperMotion cameras SONY HDC2500. Each camera – two SDI inputs: Phase A, Phase B. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 442 + Two Sony HDC2500 SuperMo2x cameras using 3G Replay configuration for Two 2x speed SuperMotion cameras SONY HDC2500. Each camera – one 3G SDI input: Phase A, Phase B. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Dual Ripley 442 Eight Channels Replay with Program and Preview DCT based I-frame codec. Channels: 8 Record; 8 Search; 4 Playpback. Each server Ripley: 4 SDI Inputs, 1st Output – Program, 2nd Output – Preview. Graphics Port 1 (HDMI) – Main Interface (MI), Graphics Port 2 (DP) - Multiviewer (MV)
Ripley Four Channels HD Recording and Export for NLE 4-channel Recording for NLE. ProRes422, AVID DNxHD, DVCProHD codecs are supported for export. Files are written to 3.5" SATA disks installed in HDD RACK of NAS.
Ripley Six Channels HD Recording and Export for NLE – Ripley_6ch_NLE_NAS 6-channel Recording for NLE. ProRes422, AVID DNxHD, DVCProHD codecs are supported for export. Files are written to 3.5" SATA disks installed in HDD RACK of NAS.
Ripley 442 + Panasonic AK-UС4000 Camera 4х Mode Replay configuration for Panasonic AK-UС4000 camera. i-frame DCT codec. 4 input channels. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 662 + Two Panasonic AK-UС4000 Cameras 3х Mode Replay configuration for Two Panasonic AK-UС4000 cameras. i-frame DCT codec. 6 input channels. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).
Ripley 662 + Three Panasonic AK-UC4000 Cameras 2х Mode Replay configuration for Three Panasonic AK-UL4000 cameras. i-frame DCT codec. 6 input channels. SDI output G is used for Preview (PVW). Graphics Port (Touch Screen) – uses MultiSkin for displaying Main Interface (MI) or Multiviewer (MV).