TV GRAPHICS

Split Second Timing can provide a LIVE or post production TV Graphics service for virtually any sport. Our custom software allows for real-time data feed from PC based scoring applications to generate keyed graphics for broadcast quality production. 

Hardware

IBM notebook or portable 'lunchbox' PC running Windows 2000 and a Matrox Digimix Card

Software

Custom applications written using Visual Basic, RTX and SQL Server

Static titles, reveals, transitions, animations and real-time running clocks are all possible.

Video formats

Case Study

Below is an example of the service provided to the FIS Freestyle World Cup using Split Second software.

Event Title

Shown once at the beginning of the international feed prior to the start of the competition

Course Details

Shown prior to the start of the competition just after the title. Moguls and Dual Moguls: Length, width, gradient and temperature. Aerials: Inrun, table, landing and temperature. Data Sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Phase Information

Shown prior to the start of the phase of competition. Used in Dual moguls when progressing to the next round when a full start list is not practical.  Round of 16, Semi final Quarter final, Consolation Rounds, 
7th & 8th place, 5th & 6th place, 3rd & 4th place, 1st & 2nd place.

Start Lists

Shown before the beginning of each phase of competition. ie: before the Qualifications and finals. Each page is shown for 10 seconds. The data sponsor logo is flashed for 2 seconds each page

Dual Moguls Start Lists

Shown at the beginning of each round in Dual Moguls. Each page is shown for 10 seconds, and the data sponsor's logo is flashed for 2 seconds per page.

Dual Moguls Staging

Shown before the beginning of each match to identify the athletes. Shows bib number, name and nation flag for the blue and red course.

Moguls Staging

Shown before the beginning of each run to identify the athlete. Shows bib number, name and nation flag.

Aerials Staging

Shown before each competitor starts down the inrun. Identifies the athlete and the jump to be performed. Graphic shows bib number, name, nation flag, jump to be performed and degree of difficulty.

Aerials Speed

Displayed as the competitor passes the speed trap and stays on screen as the competitor leaves the jump. Timing sponsor's logo is flashed for 2 seconds.

Dual Moguls Time difference

As the first competitor crosses the finish line the clock starts running (1/10th sec) along with the winning course. When the second competitor crosses the finish, the difference time is shown in 100/sec and the timing sponsor logo is flashed for 2 seconds. In the event of a tie, the word tie is shown with a clock of 0.00.

Moguls Running Clock

Official time displayed as the competitor breaks the photocell at the start and continues showing 10th/sec until the competitor reaches the finish. The finish time is displayed shown 100th/sec and the timing sponsor logo is flashed for 2 seconds.

Duals Scores

Shown immediately following the judges entering their score. Includes, bib number, name, nation flag and score for each course. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Moguls Scores

Shown immediately following the judges entering their score. Includes, bib number, name, nation flag and judges marks, rank and score. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Aerials Scores

Shown immediately following the judges entering their score. Includes, bib number, name, nation flag and judges marks, jump totals for 1st and 2nd jump, rank and total score. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Current Standings

Displayed on request and at any time after six competitors. Shows rank, name and score for the top 6 at that time. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Winner's name

Immediately following the scores of the last competitor. Shows bib number, name, nation flag and the text "Men's World Cup Winner" or "Women's World Cup Winner".

Leaderboard

Shown at the end of a phase or competition. Lists all athletes in pages of 6 by rank, showing rank, name, nation flag and score. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds per page.

World Cup Standings

1 page showing top 6 competitors in the World Cup Standings. Updated immediately following the event. Shows rank, name, nation flag and World Cup Points. Data sponsor logo flashes for 2 seconds.

Medallists

Shows the names and nation flag for each medallist. Used during the medal ceremony.