Riedel revamps SimplyLive with major new features

The Flex licensing program for SimplyLive Production Suite, the RiView video review system, the SimplyLive Connect API, and new solutions for RiMotion and Venue Gateway are the latest developments with which 里德尔 seeks to take its SimplyLive video production environment to the next level.

With the new SimplyLive Production Suite Flex licensing program, 里德尔 gives users the ability to tailor their production environments to their operational and financial needs, whether on-premises, remotely, or in the cloud. Users can now choose from a variety of hardware options and deployment models that suit their unique production goals and budget strategies: from software purchases to pay-per-use or hybrid models.

Expanding on the acclaimed RefBox software solution designed for refereeing, coaching, and analytical workflows, Riedel has introduced the RiView range. Comprising the RV4, RV8, and RV16 models, it offers configurations from 4 to 16 HD inputs with synchronized multi-angle control, an intuitive touchscreen-based interface, and seamless remote operation capabilities. Multiple RiView systems can also be networked to accommodate large-scale review requirements. All models feature pinch-and-zoom functionality and are compatible with super slow-motion (SSM) cameras, making them a versatile choice for refereeing, coaching, and broadcast applications.

Riedel is also enhancing its renowned SimplyLive RiMotion live playback solutions with the launch of RiMotion R16 and R166. RiMotion R16 offers up to 16 HD channels, while the R166 offers up to 16 HD channels or 6 UHD channels. With advanced networking capabilities, expanded operator configurations, SSM support, and integration of a touchscreen user interface and dedicated playback controllers, RiMotion R16 and R166 aim to “continue to push the boundaries of live sports and event production.”

In addition, the Venue Gateway series, created for signal transport and multichannel contribution, receives a major upgrade with the introduction of Venue Gateway 8 Standard, 8 Advanced, and 1612 Advanced. While the Standard model offers a compact, entry-level solution with eight bidirectional SDI channels, the Advanced versions introduce deeper bit depth encoding, greater network flexibility, and support for HDR workflows. The 1612 Advanced stands as the most powerful option, offering 16 bidirectional SDI channels, expanded tally integration, and enhanced audio processing, making it ideal for large-scale productions.

The announcements are rounded out by the newly released SimplyLive Connect REST API, which enables seamless integration with external broadcast control systems. This allows production teams to monitor, manage, and configure SimplyLive as part of a unified production environment. Designed for modern deployment on COTS hardware or public and private cloud infrastructure, the API improves interoperability, making production infrastructures smarter, more connected, and equipped to meet the demands of tomorrow’s distributed workflows.

Paul Macklin, Senior Product Manager, Live Video Replay at Riedel Communications, highlights the brand’s new releases: “With the SimplyLive portfolio, we are not only delivering flexible tools for today’s productions but also laying the foundation for the future of COTS-based live production. By moving SimplyLive manufacturing to our Wuppertal headquarters, we’ve reinforced our commitment to engineering excellence, ensuring every product embodies Riedel’s uncompromising standards of quality. This step allows us to strengthen our innovation pipeline, expand our capabilities, and give customers the confidence that SimplyLive solutions will continue to evolve in step with the industry’s changing demands.”