Green Hippo Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 HDMI - 4K Media Server with 4 x HDMI Outputs and 4TB Internal Media Storage in Black Finish

The Green Hippo Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 HDMI is a state-of-the-art 4K media server specifically designed for high-performance video playback in a variety of professional applications, including live events, themed attractions, and fixed installations. With a substantial 4TB of internal media storage, this powerful server ensures ample capacity for high-resolution content, enabling quick access and reliable playback for your video assets. Finished in a sleek black, the Boreal+ MK2 HDMI not only looks professional but also integrates cutting-edge technology to elevate your media production capabilities.

This versatile media server allows users to upload and collaborate on media seamlessly, facilitating the presentation of ideas prior to programming and ensuring a thorough understanding of the environment before arriving on-site. Its design incorporates popular playback features combined with real-time changes and robust previsualization tools, enabling you to bring your projects to life from the very start. The flexible architecture of the Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 HDMI allows for fast and efficient output to any LED wall, projection surface, or pixel map, streamlining your creative workflow.

The server is equipped with 4 x HDMI 2.0 production outputs, providing the capability to drive multiple 4K outputs or smaller generative projects with ease. Additionally, the server supports a Genlock feature, ensuring precise synchronization with other devices, making it ideal for complex setups where timing is critical. The Boreal+ MK2 HDMI also supports a 4K capture option via HDMI 2.0, enhancing its versatility for live capture scenarios and ensuring the highest quality video output.

Designed for adaptability, the Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 HDMI supports a variety of control methods, including REST API, the ZooKeeper control interface, and external controllers via DMX, MIDI, Stream Deck, OSC, Art-Net, or MANet. This flexibility allows you to design a control system that perfectly fits your production needs. The included Hippotizer Software V4.9 features a 10-bit color rendering engine and native NotchLC playback support, ensuring that your projects maintain the high-quality visuals required by today's advanced display technologies. Each aspect of the software is engineered to accommodate both 8-bit and 10-bit+ color depths, providing users with the flexibility to tailor their projects accordingly.

For live events, rentals, and staging, the Boreal+ MK2 HDMI benefits from a multi-user network-based architecture that allows simultaneous content management, programming, and 3D mapping. This capability ensures that you can set up and execute your production quickly and efficiently. The robust DMX integration, REST API capabilities, built-in timeline, and MIDI/Stream Deck support provide customizable control solutions that enhance the overall performance of your shows.

In themed attractions and fixed installations, the Boreal+ MK2 HDMI enhances environments with stunning video solutions. Its unique control architecture and dynamic mapping capabilities make it an ideal choice for complex installations, allowing users to easily mix content from various sources, such as custom logos, live feeds, and client-sourced clips. The integrated 3D Visualizer allows for offline testing of media and programming changes, ensuring that updates can be deployed quickly and with confidence on-site.

For TV, broadcast, and house of worship applications, the Boreal+ MK2 HDMI excels in managing real-time adjustments. The system's real-time toolbox ensures that any changes to screens or line-ups can be addressed swiftly, whether through instant content updates via Media Manager or pixel-perfect video mapping. The seamless integration of DMX, timecode, timeline, and MIDI control allows you to confidently incorporate additional elements into pre-built shows without disrupting the overall flow.

Designed to deliver exceptional performance, the Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 HDMI operates efficiently with a maximum power consumption of 1200 VA and is built to withstand the demands of high-performance video production environments. With the capability to support up to 20 concurrent 4K layers and a heat dissipation capacity of 3,000 BTU/hr, this media server is well-equipped to handle the most challenging production requirements, making it a reliable choice for any media professional.

Features

• 4K media server featuring 4TB internal media storage for extensive video asset management.
• Equipped with 4 x HDMI 2.0 outputs for seamless integration and high-resolution content delivery.
• Facilitates easy media uploads and collaboration for efficient pre-programming and visualization.
• Flexible output options to LED walls, projections, or pixel maps for versatile media delivery.
• Supports various control methods including REST API, DMX, MIDI, Stream Deck, OSC, Art-Net, and MANet.
• Hippotizer Software V4.9 supports 10-bit color rendering and native NotchLC playback for superior visuals.
• Multi-user network architecture allows simultaneous content management, programming, and 3D mapping.
• Built-in 3D Visualizer for offline testing of media and programming changes before deployment.
• Audio connectivity includes balanced stereo XLR outputs and inputs with LTC support.
• Physical dimensions: 4U rack mountable, installed depth of 630mm (660mm with ears), width of 425mm (480mm with ears), and weight of 27 kg.
• Operating voltage: 100-250V, 50/60Hz, with a maximum power consumption of 1200 VA.
• Designed for high-performance hardware and video playback, ensuring long-term reliability.
• Concurrent 4K layers: 20, with extensive codec support for various media types.

Specifications

Main Output(s)

• Output Type: HDMI 2.0
• Production Outputs: 4
• Genlock: Yes
• Software EDID Emulation: Yes

Control Output

• Output 1 Type: DP 1.2
• Genlock: Yes
• Software EDID Emulation: Yes
• Output Type: HDMI 2.0
• Genlock: Yes
• Software EDID Emulation: Yes

Connectivity

• 1Gb Network: 2
• 10Gb Network: 2
• Audio Out: Balanced Stereo XLR
• Audio In: Balanced Stereo XLR
• LTC over Audio Input: Yes
• Rear USB Ports (Type-A): 4 x USB3
• Front USB Ports (Type-A): 2 x USB 3.1
• Power Input: Neutrik True1
• Power Loop: True1 - 1000W Max

Software

• Mixes: 16
• Layers per mix: 16
• ViewPorts: Unlimited
• Uncompressed playback: Supported

Physical

• Size (Rack Units): 4
• Installed Depth: 630mm (660 w/ Ears)
• Installed Width: 425mm (480 w/ Ears)
• Installed Weight: 27 Kgs
• Mounting: Front Rack Rails
• Voltage: 100-250V 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption (Max): 1200VA
• Heat Dissipation (Max): 3,000 btu/hr
• Min Operating Temp: 0C / 32F
• Max Operating Temp: 35C / 95F
• Min Storage Temp: 0C / 32F
• Max Storage Temp: 35C / 95F
• Max Humidity (Non-Condensing): 95%

Specs

• CPU Cores / Threads: 8(16)
• CPU Speed: 3.8 GHz
• Memory: 32GB
• Memory Type: DDR4-3200
• OS Drive: 500GB SSD
• Media Drive Size: 4TB
• Media Drive Speed: 5,000 MB/s
• Concurrent 4K Layers: 20
• Notchmarks: 25,000