Simple R – Compact Recording and SloMo Replay server

Powerful and Flexible Recording and Replay server in compact 1RU chassis

Simple R is the newest replay server working with a large number of incoming video signals and aimed at solving almost any task.

This is a broadcast grade system with all necessary functions for Production and Replays. The basic configuration allows export of recorded video for the subsequent nonlinear editing (NLE). A distinctive feature of the Simple R server is its small size (1U) and weight (5.1 kg).

Simple R is equipped with 16 bi-directional SDI I/O.

Slow Motion Replays

In its basic configuration, for HD resolution it supports 882 mode: 8 Rec + 8 Search + 2 Playback + FX.

The top configuration provides:

• For HD: Up to 12 recording + 12 search + 2 playback channels + FX
• For 3G: 6 recording + 6 search + 2 playback channels + FX.

Two independent workplaces

Simple R can accommodate a second workplace. Two operators can simultaneously and independently work each in 662 mode.

Support for SSM cameras

The server supports SSM cameras of well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic, Sony, Hitachy, Ikegami, GVG and others. Thanks to the second workplace option, it is possible to work with different speed cameras (hybrid configurations).

For example:

• The first workplace – two 3x or three 2x SuperMo cameras; second workplace – 662 mode
• The first workplace – two 4x or four 2x SuperMo cameras; second workplace – 442 mode.

Networking

For exchange of clips and playlists between slomo.tv servers Simple R is equipped with 1GbE network interface. This interface is also used in recording to NAS connected to editing stations for on-the-spot editing.

Recording for NLE

When recording for NLE, the server supports the following modes of operation:

Recording of 6 channels with XDCAM codec to NAS;Recording of 8 channels with ProRes 422, DNxHD, DVCPRO HD codecs using DMR™ option which Includes external 1U 4 racks unit for standard 3.5″ SATA HDDs;Recording of 12 channels with DCT based I-Frame codec on internal storage for subsequent export with ProRes 422, DNxHD, DVCPRO HD, XDCAM50, AVC-I, XAVC codecs.

The Simple R comes with specialized controller Control ZR with 51 RGB backlit push buttons, Jog Shuttle and T-Bar providing up to 1024 values of lever position. The replay console is connected via RS232/422, USB or Ethernet.

Simple R is based on SSD, which increases its reliability in harsh conditions during transportation or high vibration.

The server can record up to 400 hours of HD video and can have redundant power supply.