videoReferee® vR 2110 – Next-Generation ST 2110-Based VAR Server
The Future of Video Refereeing Is Here
Sports broadcasts demand instant response, absolute precision, and high reliability.
The videoReferee® vR 2110 is our first VAR server originally designed to operate using the SMPTE ST 2110 standard, opening up new possibilities for organizing video assistant referee (VAR) systems and video refereeing.
The use of standard IP technologies and uncompressed data transmission significantly accelerates media content delivery and saves resources at every stage of video production.
Why ST 2110?
The SMPTE ST 2110 standard enables the transmission of video, audio, and metadata over separate IP streams without compression, with minimal latency and full synchronization.
Today, this is the global standard for professional broadcasting, and the high speed of optical lines (up to 100 Gbit/s) makes its use cost-effective even for complex multi-camera systems.
Key Capabilities of videoReferee® vR 2110
⚡ Minimal Latency
Uncompressed signal transmission via ST 2110 ensures a delay of just tens of milliseconds between an event on the field and the video appearing on the VAR server. This enables near-instantaneous playback and allows video referees to make decisions quickly.
🔗 One Cable – 32 Channels
Transmitting 32 channels of 3G video requires just one standard 100 Gbit optical cable. This consolidation simplifies the cabling system and minimizes potential points of failure.
🔁 Enhanced Redundancy
"Red" and "Blue" subnetworks guarantee uninterrupted operation even in the event of partial equipment failure – a critically important feature for live broadcasts and high-stakes matches.
🧩 Flexibility and Scalability
The modular architecture allows you to configure a solution tailored to your needs – functionality can be expanded through additional software options for connecting more workstations, Multiviewer, RRA, graphics, and outside broadcasting (OB) vans.
Starting with a minimum configuration, you can then increase the number of processed signals up to 32 through software updates.
🔌 Ease of Connectivity
Standard network equipment and cables, no proprietary or costly solutions required – convenient and cheap.
The server is compatible with existing SDI infrastructure via Blackmagic Design converters, ensuring a smooth transition to IP broadcasting.
🖥️ Ease of Management
The intuitive interface allows operators with varying levels of expertise to work with the system, reducing training and operational costs.
Cost Efficiency
Transitioning to ST 2110 reduces the cost per video channel when using standard IP equipment, making a professional VAR system accessible to clubs, leagues, and broadcasters with any budget.
Ideal Solution For:
- VAR centers and OB vans
- Sports arenas and stadiums
- Broadcast companies transitioning to IP
- Video monitoring and video assistant referee systems
Long-Term Investment Protection
The modular architecture and support for current ST 2110 versions ensure that the system will remain relevant for many years. You can increase capacity and functionality as your needs grow – without replacing equipment.
Comfortable and Fast Review of Controversial Moments
The videoReferee® vR 2110 system offers all the necessary features for accurate and efficient refereeing:
Event marking with reference to the active channel
Automatic tag creation when paired with a match controller
Quick event search by tags
Synchronous search across recorded footage
Intuitive and high-performance interface for quick review preparation
Display of 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 cameras simultaneously for analyzing game moments from different angles
Playback speed control and video fragment zoom for detailed review
Loop playback of specific moments
Creation of customizable camera presets for convenient review of specific playing area zones
Integration with Match Controllers
The videoReferee® vR 2110 is integrated with the proprietary Control-MC match controller and other popular match controllers: Westerstrand, Nautronic NTpult, Nautronic NAUCON-1000, Bodet, Omega Saturn, Megalux, NataInfo, Victory, VITA, Araneus–NGLight, ElTablo, Stramatel, Colosseo, CEDR, Favero Console-700.
Gadget Control
The Gadget Control option provides connectivity for referees' wireless tablets to the server via Wi-Fi. Now searching, reviewing, and analyzing contentious game moments is possible right on the playing field. The interface is operated via intuitive gesture controls.
Video Synchronization from Non-Synchronized Cameras
Since the videoReferee® vR 2110 may be used in various arenas, including those with cameras without external synchronization, SLOMO.TV has developed a technology that synchronizes video from non-synchronized cameras when reviewing controversial moments.
To achieve absolute synchronization, the videoReferee® video replay system can be equipped with specialized mini-2x-vR-Cam refereeing cameras that support CloudyGenlock® cloud synchronization technology.
Game Time Control
The videoReferee® vR 2110 supports two methods of presenting official game data to video referees:
- Direct connection to the match controller and data output to the interface video windows,
- Overlay of the game scoreboard video feed onto the video windows.
Upon event completion, all game data is saved and available for export.
Control-VR Referee Control Panel
A specialized referee control panel from SLOMO.TV, designed to make the referee’s work faster and more comfortable. 35 RGB-backlit buttons accompany the operator’s actions with indicators and prompts, while the advanced Jog/Shuttle wheel with 4 bearings and a Hall-effect sensor in its construction ensures high precision and durability.
Control-VR was designed with full consideration of all requirements for video refereeing.
From the panel, the referee can access the following functions:
- Switching between cameras displayed on the monitor
- Adjusting the number of cameras shown on the referee monitor – 1 / 2 / 3 or 4 cameras
- Viewing zoomed image from the selected channel
- Placing marks/tags
- Viewing live footage or searching through recorded footage
- Marking events for export
- Playing specific moments
- Loop replay of a specific moment
- Quick presets for instant camera access
- Assigning tags to events / searching by tags
The videoReferee® vR 2110 from SLOMO.TV – combining reliability, speed, and a modern approach to video refereeing.
| Parameters | videoReferee® vR 2110 |
|---|---|
| Video Inputs | |
| SMPTE2110 | 2 (QSFP28) |
| Total Video Inputs | |
| Up to 32 | |
| Video Formats | |
| 1920 x 1080 / 50i; 1920 x 1080 / 59.94i 1920 x 1080 / 29.97PsF; 1920 x 1080 / 25PsF 1280 x 720 / 59.94p; 1280 x 720 / 50p 1920x1080/50p, 1920x1080/100i 1920x1080/59.94p, 1920x1080/119.88i, |
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| Support of 16:9 and 4:3 | |
| Simultaneous operational channels | |
| Recording | 32 |
| Search / Playout | 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Search or 1 Playout |
| Video Standards | |
| SMPTE 2110-20, SMPTE 2110-21, SMPTE 2110-30, SMPTE 2110-40, SMPTE 2022-7 | |
| Output for 2nd referee’s monitor | |
| Display Port | 4 |
| Referee output for broadcast * | |
| Yes | |
| Multiviewer | |
| Up to 33 video windows. 2 Layouts Option Delay Mode 3s |
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| Gesture control ** | |
| Embedded touch screen control | |
| Referee workplaces | |
| 1 + 3 * (each additional workstation is equipped with a remote control) |
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| Separate workplace for an engineer | |
| Yes (if there are no more than 3 Referee workplaces) | |
| Audio Inputs | |
| 2 embedded *** audio channels per video channel | |
| When using mini-vR-Cam cameras | 2 audio sources per camera |
| Audio Outputs | |
| MB audio output / DP | |
| Internal storage | |
| Type | SSD |
| Capacity | 320 hours of HD video at 100 Mbps Optional: 640 hours of HD video at 100 Mbps |
| Scoreboard Interface **** | |
| Yes / PIP from any camera | |
| Compression | |
| Recording | I-Frame DCT Based |
| Export formats | M2TS; MPEG-4 (*.mp4); H264 (*.mp4); XDCAM HD422 50 Mbps (*.mxf) (for HD only) |
| Controls | |
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Specialized Jog/Shuttle controllers Control-VR (via RS-232 /RS-485 / USB / Ethernet), keyboard, mouse |
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| Additionally | |
| Ability to network with SLOMO.TV servers | |
| Control from HQ via Internet | |
| Yes | |
| Virtual offside lines (VOL) | |
| Built-in VOL SLOMO.TV, Integration with Delta-offside (Deltacast) |
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| Referee buttons | |
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Up to 4 pcs.:
Via USB connection |
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| Referee intercom integration * | |
| Yes Built-in Vokkero support with adjustable volume |
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| Data exchange | |
| Ethernet | 10 GbE |
| USB 3.0 / NAS | External file storage |
| DMR™ RACK | 1 Built-in trayless/toolless 3.5" SATA HDD Rack |
| Maximum distance of connections | |
| SMPTE2110 | Up to 10 km (depending on QSFP28) |
| Control | Up to 150m |
| DP | Up to 5m |
| Power | |
| Voltage | 110V/60Hz or 220V/50Hz |
| Consumption | 160 W |
| Additionally | Redundant PWR Supply * |
| Physical Parameters | |
| Chassis | 2U, 19" |
| Dimensions (H x W x L) | 88 mm × 482 mm × 512 mm |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Temperature | |
| Operating | +12°C to +29°C (53.6°F to 84.2°F) |
| Storage | +5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F) |
| Humidity | |
| Operating / storage | 20% to 80% |
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Notes: * – Optional. ** – Touchscreen monitor not included. Recommended: Iiyama multi-touch monitor. *** – Embedders are not included. **** – Supported: Westerstrand, Nautronic NTpult, Nautronic NAUCON-1000, Bodet, Omega Saturn, Megalux, NataInfo, Victory, VITA, Araneus–NGLight, ElTablo, Stramatel, Colosseo, CEDR, Favero Console-700, Control-MC. |
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| Option | Description | Type | videoReferee® vR 2110 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integration with Referee intercom | Communication between VAR and referee on the field is activated by pressing a button, conversations are recorded by the server. | Hardware | ✔ |
| VOL | Seamless integration with 2D / 3D virtual offside line system (Delta-offside, Deltacast VOL). | Software | Included |
| Launcher | A convenient tool for configuring settings and managing projects according to specific tasks. | Software | Included |
| Transfer | Ability to transfer any clip or playlist to network integrated servers. | Software | Included |
| Game Analyzer | Telestrator for imposition of graphical elements (line, arrow, curved arrow, circle, etc.) and free hand drawing on live video. Best with Wacom Cintiq tablet (not included). | Software | Included |
| IPConnect | Software option enabling the use of IP cameras operating via standard NDI and RTSP protocols:
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Hardware + Software | ✔ |
| 2-nd independent replay workplace | Additional referee's workplace for 3G/HD mode. Includes the remote controller. | Hardware + Software | ✔ |
| Redundant power supply option * | Dual mini redundant Power Supply. | Hardware | ✔ |
| SSM camera support | Support for 2x, 3x, 4x SSM cameras. (Requires 2-4 dedicated input channels). | Software | ✔ |
| Storage Expansion * | Built-in storage expansion to 640 hrs. of 100 Mbit HD video. | Hardware | ✔ |
| System operation training for VARs | 2 hours demonstration, 2 hours Q&A. | Training | ✔ |
| SLA support | Server maintenance service for one year (12 months) following the expiration of the warranty period (12 months), and updates of all software versions to the latest release. Support with a one-business-day response time. | Agreement | ✔ |
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Notes: * – Available at ordering. ✔ – Available for order. ✖ – Not available for order. |
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