Hippotizer is continuously being developed and improved; please read these notes carefully to understand the changes and limitations with each version.
Software Assurance Release Date: 2-Feb-2020.
Software Assurance is changing as of 4.6.0 to include the number of included feature releases. Please see the Software Assurance Policy section of this manual for more information.
All V4 and V4+ systems with Software Assurance valid as of 02-Feb-2020 can install 4.6.2.
Software Assurance determines what version of Hippotizer will install and run on a system. Once installed, software will continue to function indefinitely.
Building on the success of Hippotizer Version 4.6, Green Hippo proudly releases 4.6.2. Fixing many of the reported issues found in 4.6.1, this new version also adds key new features to TimelinePlus further strengthening Hippotizer’s Design -> Prepare -> Deliver workflow.
Features added in 4.6.2
Floating Keyframes This new keyframe type can be used to transition any float pins from there current value to the value after the floating keyframe, using a linear fade over time. These keyframes offer flexibility switching between timelines and allow smooth transitions with less snap value changes.
Shift Time This feature allows for keyframes before and after the playhead to be shifted forward or backwards in a specified amount of time.
CITP Streaming mixes/layers and thumbnail sharing using CITP is now fully operational.
Timeline has been further optimised improving overall performance and stability
Functionality Changes In 4.6.2
- Added the option to unicast sACN from the PixelMapper component
- Added sACN output in the MultiController
- Improved FlexRes Encoder supported source files codecs.
- Added crop and pre-multiply alpha functions to the FlexRes command line encoder.
Fixes in 4.6.2
- Fixed colour blocks universes allocation
- Media thumbnails and mix/layer streaming for CITP now correctly displays on consoles
- Notch mixes can now be edited in Timeline+
- 4.5 OutputManager exports will now correctly import into 4.6.2
- Fixed a ZooKeeper crash when navigating between OutputManager and Timeline+
- Fixed a ZooKeeper crash when accessing the control settings on pinboard items
- Livemasks now correctly work when using the crossfade feature on active layer
- Fixed VideoMap colour blocks stopping when changing between different clip resolutions
- Fixed a crash that happens when rewinding a playing timeline in Timeline+
- Moving keyframes in Timeline+ no longer makes pin values change to zero before continuing with timeline
- Fixed a bug in SHAPE where baked projectors would not handle alpha correctly
- Fixed an issue entering values in the properties panel entry field which would not affect newly created keyframes.
- Viewports page now correctly displays SHAPE viewport previews
- Fixed rare bug where Importing order of preset and timeline components could affect drag and drop of presets into timelines.
- PREP license CodeMeter license settings in HippoLauncher now correctly redirects to correct URL.
- Render buffering settings now correctly apply when applying new OutputManager config.
- FX2 tracks in Timeline+ now display correctly.
- Fixed a rare instance where texture mappers in SHAPE did not correctly display shadows when setting is toggled on.
- Properties Panel entry field for Bank and Clip now functions accurately when pressing enter to create keyframe.
- Fixed a desync of Zoom pin values between the Timeline+ Geometry GUI and Mixes page.
- High performance mode now maintains it state after OutputManager changes.
Known issues in 4.6.2
Below is a list of issues that have been reported in 4.6.1 and have not been fixed in 4.6.2.
- Hippotizer doesn’t appear in P3 PC sources list.
- Updates presets in the Mixes page using the drag and drop function does not correctly update preset stored values.
- Jump options for command pins in Timeline+ affect all command pins using jump.
- Scrolling to change the command pin cue number in Timeline+ jumps by 1000 increments.
- Relays list is ordered incorrectly when using high numbers of mixes and viewports.
- Legacy folder for older version of Hippotizer still exists in installation directory.
- Selecting an audio device for multiple mixes causes ZooKeeper to crash.
- An engine restart is required when importing an OutputManager component to apply new configuration.
- Rare occurance where the engine hangs on shutdown.
- Deleting tracks in a timeline does not remove the programmed keyframes as well.
- Having the same index layers on networked systems causes pin values to have incorrect values.
- Media offline incorrectly displays on source tracks in Timeline+ on startup.
- Opening the input window in SHAPE is slow when scene includes many high resolution textures.
- Timeline+ memory leak when swapping between hosts in ZooKeeper.
- ZooKeeper crash when closing after swapping between multiple hosts in Timeline+.
- Preview live edits does not correctly display when using the Entry field values to create keyframes.
- Engine crash when using the source keyframe button while scrubbing is enabled.
- Pause On Dark has unreliable results when using DMX or presets to recall pin changes.
- Moving or editing large numbers of keyframes at once slows system performance.
- Updating presets in the mixes page by drag and drop may delete keyframes in timelines.
- Drag and drop presets to replace a preset can remove the preset from a slot.
- Renaming components other than the engine in the configuration page does not work.
- Turning on DMX smoothing in DMX2 causes DMX values to reset to 0 until a DMX value is changed.
- When using Watchfolders unsupported content resolutions can be imported without warning.
Deprecation Notice
Timeline Component As of 4.6.0 the Timeline component will no longer be supported by future developments.
Any timeline exports can be imported into the new Timeline+ component with minimal programming changes required for identical playback. The component will be completely removed from the
Hippotizer software as of 4.7.0 and any future shows should transfer to the Timeline+ component for ongoing support.
Multicontroller Component: Automation Control Sources Instead of using a control source per automation protocol, we now include one automation reader
control source as replacement for all the protocols. This automation control source will replace any of the individual control sources included in the following:
- Test Data
- GHAP
- DEAP
- PosiStageNet
- Kinesys
- PRG Automation
- StageTech SiMotion
- Artnet
- LevDev360
- PT5232
- BlackTrax
- NMEA (GPS)
Future programming should use the automation reader as a control source for future support. Protocols not included in the list will remain as individual control sources and all others will be contained in the automation reader from Hippotizer version 4.7.0.
Announcement: DMX Outpoint Announcement
In order to cater for increasingly longer clips being loaded into media servers the OutPoint pin used in the media player uses a 24-bit encoder. The max Outpoint length for this encoder is approximately 6 days, therefore it is easy to skip beyond the end of a layer clip. It is advised to use the ultra-fine control on a console to control the outpoint to give users control frame by frame. A document explaining this pins functionality and implementation can be found on the Hippotizer support site.
The complete article can be read here: https://support.green-hippo.com/article/73-outpoint-control-via-dmx-explained
Current DMX Personalities
| Recommended Hippo Personality | Also will work | Tested MA2 personality | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Layer | 4.6 Layer | 4.5.2 Layer | Included* 4.6 Layer | 4.4 does not include Zoom X/Y |
| Layer Presets | 4.6 Layer Presets | 4.5.2 Layer Presets | Included* 4.6 Layer Presets | |
| Mix | 4.6 Mix | 4.5 Mix | Included* 4.6 Mix | 4.4 does not include FX 3/4 |
| Mix Presets | 4.6 Mix Presets | 4.5 Mix Presets | Included* 4.5 Mix Presets | |
| Viewport | 4.6 Viewport | 4.5 Viewport | Included* 4.6 Viewport | 4.4 does not work |
| SHAPE Viewport | 4.6 Shape Viewport | .. | .. | 4.5 Shape Viewport does not work |
| SHAPE Viewport Presets | .. | .. | .. | Call us |
| Timeline | Timeline | Timeline | Timeline | No changes |
| TimelinePlus | TimelinePlus | .. | 4.6 TimelinePlus | .. |
| Layer Performance | 4.6 Layer Lite | Layer Lite |
*Included in the Hippotizer installer and software download site.
Installation Notes
- When moving between feature version (eg. 4.3 to 4.4) always uninstall the previous version before installing new software.
- The minimum supported Datapath capture driver has changed. At least version 7.19.4 must be installed.
- Datapath drivers are now installed as part of the installer. Select yes when prompted to install them.
- 4.3 Is the minimum version of software supported by V4+ hardware .
- From version 4.2 Onward the Hippotizer data is stored in new locations to comply with Microsoft Windows security guidelines.
- The binaries (executable files) are stored in: C:\Program Files\GreenHippo\HippotizerV4
- The settings are stored in: C:\Users\\AppData\Local\GreenHippo\4_5
- The Media folder by default on Portamus and Play is: C:\ProgramData\GreenHippo\MediaV4
- The Media folder by default on all other V4 and V4+ systems is D:\MediaV4
SHAPE Project file compatibility
- Project files created in SHAPE 4.5.0 are compatible with newer 4.5 versions. (They are not backwards compatible)
- Project files created in SHAPE 4.4 are compatible with SHAPE 4.5
- Project files created in SHAPE 4.3 are compatible with SHAPE 4.5
- Project files created in SHAPE 4.3 are compatible with SHAPE 4.3.1.
- Project files created in SHAPE 4.2 or 4.2.1 are compatible with SHAPE 4.3.1
- Project files created or edited in SHAPE 4.3.1 will not load in older versions of SHAPE.
Current Codec Support
Resolution restrictions by Codec:
| Codec | Width | Height | Max Height | Max Width | Min Height | Min Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlexRes Performance | Divisible by 4 | Divisible by 4 | 16,384 | 16,384 | 64 | 64 |
| FlexRes Quality (All Colour spaces) | Divisible by 4 | Divisible by 4 | 16,384 | 16,384 | 64 | 64 |
| FlexRes Lossless 4:2:0 | Divisible by 4 | Divisible by 4 | 16,384 | 16,384 | 64 | 64 |
| FlexRes Lossless 4:2:2 | Divisible by 4 | Any | 16,384 | 16,384 | 64 | 64 |
| FlexRes Lossless 4:4:4 | Divisible by 4 | Any | 16,384 | 16,384 | 64 | 64 |
Content that does not fit within these restrictions can still be encoded through resizing.
Version 4.2.1 Removes Support for MPEG-2 Playback; please re-encode all content to FlexRes.
Video File Types
The following codecs and wrappers have been tested for their compatibility with Hippotizer’s built in transcoding system.
On encode, the content is converted to the FlexRes codec chosen. Encoding interlaced content is not supported.
| Codec | Extension | Status |
| Mpeg2 | .mpg | Does Not Work |
| Mpeg2 | .m2v | Works |
| Mpeg4 | .mp4 | Works |
| Mpeg4 | .m4v | Does Not Work |
| ProRes422 | .mov | Works |
| ProRes420 | .mov | Works |
| ProRes444 | .mov | Works* |
| ProRes4444 | .mov | Works* |
| FlexRes | .fxr | Works |
| AVI | .avi | Works |
| Animation RGB | .mov | Works |
| Animation RGB + Alpha | .mov | Works |
| h.264 | varies | Works |
| HAP | .mov | Works** |
Image File Types
| Codec | Extension | Status |
| Tiff | .tiff | Works |
| PNG | .png | Works |
| Jpeg | .jpg | Works |
| Targa | .tga | Works |
Image Sequences
| Codec | Extension | Status |
| Tiff | .tiff | Works |
| PNG | .png | Works |
| Jpeg | .jpg | Works |
| Targa | .tga | Works |
Audio Encoding
| Codec | Channels | bit depth | Status |
| Wav | 1 | 16b | Works |
| Wav | 2 | 16b | Works |
| Wav | 4 | 16b | Works |
| Wav | 6 | 16b | Works |
| Wav | 8 | 16b | Works |
| Wav | 2 | 24b | Works |
| Wav | 2 | 32b | Works |
| .mp3 | Any | Any | Does Not Work |
| .aif | Any | Any | Does Not Work |
| .mpa | Any | Any | Does Not Work |
| .wma | Any | Any | Does Not Work |
Notes
- *Content encoded from ProRes 444 may show a slight colour shift compared to the original due to an issue in the 3rd party media encoder. The ProRes 444 family also has limited support in Windows so it is best to test the specific codec and resolution when establishing a content workflow.
- **As of Version 4.2, HAP content can be ingested without transcode.
Martin P3-PC compatibility
Hippotizer can send video directly to the Martin P3-PC application running on the same machine, this requires a P3 Dongle.
The version of P3-PC and Hippotizer is important to ensure correct operation:
| Hippotizer Version | P3-PC Version |
| 4.1 | 4.2 |
| 4.2 – 4.2.2 | 4.2.2 |
| 4.3 | 4.3.1 |
| 4.3.1 – 4.5.3 | 4.3.1 |
Current CITP Support
CITP (Capture Interface Transport Protocol) is an open network protocol to allow visualisation software and lighting desks to exchange thumbnails and streaming previews from media servers. Green Hippo # works to ensure CITP is working correctly with as many 3rd party applications as possible. Here is a list of currently tested systems against this version.
| Desk or Software | Version Tested | Thumbnail Exchange | Streaming Previews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand MA2 | 3.3.4.3 | Works | Works |
| MA-3D | 3.3.4.3 | N/A | Works |
| MSD | 3.2.2.3 | N/A | Works – Inverted about Y Axis |
| Martin M-PC | 3.50.645.641 | Works | N/A |
| Capture Argo | 21.1.30 | N/A | Works |
| Hog 4 | 3.2.5 (Beta) | Works | N/A |
| Avolites | Titan (9/10) | Works | N/A |
| WYSIWYG | R38 | N/A | Does not Work |
| Chamsys | 1.7.8.1 | N/A | Works |
Current Datapath Drivers
- If using Dual DVI, Dual SDI or AV-SDI capture cards, we recommend Datapath Driver version 17.19.4
- If using Quad SDI and Dual DP capture cards we recommend Datapath Driver version 17.19.4
Capture drivers are now included with the installer.
When installing Hippotizer software you will be asked if capture card(s) are fitted. If yes, the installer will automatically deploy the correct drivers.
If a copy of the driver installer is needed, it will be placed on the Hippotizer at this location:
C:\Program Files\GreenHippo\HippotizerV4\ThirdParty\Datapath_Vision_V7.19.4
Current Display Drivers
Hippotizer Media servers use one of several type of graphics card, which are tested with current and former display drivers.
| V4 System | Driver |
|---|---|
| V4 Taiga (All Types) | FirePro 15.201 |
| V4 Boreal (All Types except Boreal DVI) | FirePro 15.201 |
| V4 Boreal DVI-SL | Radeon 15.7.1 |
| V4 Karst SDI or DP | Firepro 15.201 |
| V4 Karst DVI | Radeon 15.7.1 |
| V4 Amba (S/N: 240037 or Greater) | Fire Pro 15.201 |
| V4 Amba (S/N: 240000 – 240036 ) | Radeon 15.7.1 |
V4 Drivers are available for download here: Download Site
| V4+ System | Driver | Secondary Driver |
|---|---|---|
| V4 Tierra+ | Nvidia Quadro 431.94 | |
| V4 Taiga+ SDI Genlock | Radeon Pro 17 Q4.1 | Nvidia Quadro 390.65 |
| V4 Taiga+ | Radeon Pro 19.Q4.1 * | Nvidia Quadro 390.65 |
| V4 Montane+ | Nvidia 419.67 | |
| V4 Montane+ RTX | Nvidia 419.67 | |
| V4 Boreal+ SDI Genlock | Radeon Pro 17 Q4.1 * | |
| V4 Boreal+ | Radeon Pro 19.Q4.1 * | |
| V4 Karst+ SDI | Radeon Pro 17 Q4.1 | |
| V4 Karst+ DP | Radeon Pro 19.Q4.1 | |
| V4 Karst+ DVI | Radeon 17.7.2 | |
| V4 Karst+ DVI (S/N: 430143, Karst_Plus_100052 or later) | Radeon 19.6.2 | |
| V4 Amba+ | Radeon 17.10.1 | |
| V4 Amba+ (S/N: 420090, Amba_Plus_100027 or later) | Radeon 19.6.2 | |
| V4 Nevis+ | Radeon Adrenaline 19.40.01.18 |
- * Please contact support for GPU firmware/driver update procedures as these models have hardware specific requirements.
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