Digital Precision for Fast-Moving Crews - Slate, Update, Shoot, Repeat.
SmartClapper is a digital clapperboard designed for modern film sets. Instantly update scene and take numbers, sync metadata with cameras, and log every detail automatically - no more manual rewriting or missed takes. With wireless app control, project management, Filmanize integration, and rugged, on-set-ready design, SmartClapper streamlines production and keeps your entire crew in sync.
Main Display
- Instant Updates: Quickly change scene and take numbers—no wiping or rewriting—saving time on set and making editing easier.
- Customizable Layout: Switch seamlessly between UK and US display styles. Easily show role, scene, shot (number or letter), slate, and take.
- Auto Take Increment: The take number increases automatically with each clap (unless the scene or shot changes), so you never miss a take.
- Multi-Project Ready: Store up to 32 projects at once for hassle-free switching between productions.
- Smart Recall: Return to any scene/shot and SmartClapper will suggest the next take number, helping avoid duplicates.
- Timecode Display: Show timecode with a button press or set it to show automatically.
LED Status
- Status at a Glance: Front-facing LEDs show board status and readiness instantly.
Auxiliary Display
- Extra Information: See date, time, and audio file numbers on a secondary screen for a complete production overview.
- Audio Sync Smartness: Knows when sound isn’t rolling, so takes aren’t incremented by mistake.
Rear Controls
- Easy Operation: Big, glove-friendly buttons for fast adjustments.
- Touchscreen Rear Display: See and change information effortlessly. After each clap, rate the take to help editors pick the best shots later.
Data & Storage
- Comprehensive Logging: Records every input—scene, shot, take, and more—to an SD card in easy-to-read CSV files.
Power
- Replaceable Battery: Uses a replaceable battery, ideally an industry standard like the NP-F550, for easy swaps and maximum convenience on set.
- Long Battery Life: Automatic sleep mode when set down and instant wake-up when picked up—perfect for all-day shoots.
Camera Integration
- Bluetooth Sync: Connect via Bluetooth to Blackmagic cameras for auto-updating metadata and capturing file numbers for logs.
- WiFi Integration: Sync with RED cameras via WiFi to update and retrieve scene, shot, take, and file name metadata.
Remote App Control
- Remote Updates: 1st ADs or script supervisors can update the board from anywhere on set. No need for relay updates through crew.
- Multi-User Support: Rate takes and track notes for each take, with more than one user able to connect and contribute feedback.
Filmanize Integration
- What is Filmanize?: Filmanize is a production management platform that helps film crews organize and schedule shoots, manage call sheets, and track production progress.
- Connected Workflow: Integrates with Filmanize to pull your shooting schedule and push your takes back in real time.
- Live Progress: Shoot data uploads live, letting your team monitor shoot status from anywhere.
Timeline
We’ve already made great progress and are proud to say we have now completed stage 2. Take a look at the rest of the key milestones ahead as we continue our journey to turn this vision into reality:
Proof of Concept
Develop a functional prototype to demonstrate the core technology and validate the idea's feasibility. This working model showcases key features and serves as a foundation for the next stages of development.
Patent Protection
Our unique approach is now protected, with a patent officially granted in April 2025.
Crowdfunding Campaign
Estimate production and development costs, then launch a crowdfunding campaign to raise the required funds.
Design & Engineering
Partner with a professional product development company to refine the design. This includes both the electronic engineering and the creation of a robust, user-friendly case—transforming the prototype into a production-ready product.