Summary of Contents for Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q
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USER MANUAL Apple ProRes 4444 (XQ) Apple ProRes 4444 Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 (LT) Updated June 10, 2016 1:26 PM | Firmware Release 2016.06...
MENU SYSTEM ☼ Monitor/Record Options Odyssey Menu Online Resources Upper Tool Bar (Record Mode) Upper Tool Bar (Play Mode) Lower Tool Bar (Play Mode) Multistream Quad-HD Monitoring Apollo Mode Recording Apollo Dual-4K Convergent Design, Inc. 4525 Northpark Drive Apollo Quad-HD Colorado Springs, CO 80918 Quad-HD Recording Tel: ++(720)221-3861 Quad-HD Live Switching and Live Switch Recording Email: CDSupport@convergent-design.com Playback Website: Convergent-Design.com Updated June 10, 2016 1:26 PM Convergent-Design.com...
Power source must be able to provide up to 24 watts at all times to the Odyssey. When powering the Odyssey from an ARRI ALEXA camera, we recommend using the 24V R/S Fischer-3 output from the ALEXA using the optional Convergent Design cable. Familiarize yourself with the equipment and test prior to shooting.
Package Contents Included with Odyssey7Q+ • Odyssey7Q+ Monitor/Recorder • USB3 to SATA Adapter • 5-Pack Odyssey SSD Handles • Odyssey Universal Power supply • Mini-to Micro HDMI Adpater. • 36” HDMI Cable • 36” 3G-SDI Cable SSD Media and other accessories are sold separately.
Overview Apple ProRes 4444 (XQ) Apple ProRes 4444 Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 (LT) Features Monitoring PROFESSIONAL MONITOR: 7.7” 1280x800 OLED panel featuring true blacks, and accurate color with a full range color gamut for REC709 or DCI-P3 viewing. IMAGE ANALYSIS TOOLS: Waveform, Vectorscope, Histogram, False Color exposure view, Zebra, Spot Meter, three-mode Focus Assist, Pixel Zoom (up to 12:1), LUTs, and Frame Guides.
Recording Capabilites Odyssey RAW Bundle (available online) All recording option upgrades are available for demo on the Odyssey7Q+, but will appear with a blue or pink line watermark across the recorded image. With the purchase of the Odyssey RAW Bundle as a permanent upgrade license or daily rental the Odyssey is capable of recording RAW output from certain cameras.
HD video streams simultaneously along with a fifth channel of a quad- Apollo Option for Odyssey vailable for purchase or daily rental from Convergent Design website. split view or live-switch. INCLUDED IN ODYSSEY RAW BUNDLE. Supports recording of two simultaneous 4K video For detailed specifications, see the Apollo Option section of this manual.
Record Time Capacities Apple ProRes & Uncompressed DPX ProRes 4444 (XQ) The Odyssey can record numerous video and data formats such as Apple ProRes and uncompressed DPX, which ProRes 4444 are included free with the Odyssey. The chart below indicates maximum record time in minutes based on the use ProRes 422 (HQ) ProRes 422 of two 512 GB SSDs (1TB).
Record Time Capacities RAW Recording Formats With the purchase or rental of the Odyssey RAW Bundle (available from Convergent Design website) the Odyssey7Q+ is capable of recording RAW output from certain cameras. The chart below indicates maximum record time in minutes based on the use of two 512 GB SSDs (1TB). For 512 GB (one 512 GB SSD or two 256 GB SSDs), divide in half.
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Record Time Capacities Recording Format ARRI ALEXA Recording Option (Included in the Odyssey RAW Bundle or available for daily rental) ARRIRAW 16:9 CANON Cine RAW (C300mkII/C500) Recording Option (Included in the Odyssey RAW Bundle or available for daily rental) Canon 4K RAW Canon 4K Half RAW Canon QHD Raw Canon 4K RAW to 4K Apple ProRes 422 (HQ)
Record Time Capacities Apollo Recording Formats Recording Format Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 5-Track (A/B/C/D + QS or LS) 1080p Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 5-Track (A/B/C/D + QS or LS) 1080i Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 5-Track (A/B/C/D + QS or LS) 720p Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 4-Track (A/B/C/D) 1080p Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 4-Track (A/B/C/D) 1080i Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 4-Track (A/B/C/D) 720p Apple ProRes 422 (HQ)
Recording Option Rentals Rental Activation Keys Rental Activation Keys may be purchased though our website for the Odyssey RAW Bundle (Sony FS RAW (FS5/ FS7/FS700), Canon Cinema RAW (C500/C300mkII), ARRI Alexa ARRIRAW, POV RAW, and Dual-HD Recording) and Apollo Multi-Stream options. Please visit the links in the Recording Capabilities section for more information. Parameters for Rentals Rentals are based on a 24 hr period, Rentals can be added to the unit in daily (24 hour)increments up to a maximum of 30 days at a time.
Convergent Design SSD to USB Adapter: CD-SSD-USB3-ST NOTE: While the Convergent Design USB 3.0 Adapter can be connected to a USB 2.0 port, download speeds will be extremely slow, requiring many hours to offload an SSD.
There are two Solid State Drive (SSD) slots, SSD1 and SSD2. Only Convergent Design Odyssey SSDs or certain Qualified Samsung SSDs can be up with the Odyssey7Q+. To mount SSD, insert connector-end first with the label facing forward and the handle near flush with the back of the Odyssey.
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Odyssey7Q+ - Right Side There are three connector ports, (top to bottom) USB, HDMI OUT and RMT. An access point for servicing by Convergent Design. HDMI IN HDMI 1.4a (Mini HDMI) input port A remote control connection to the Odyssey.
Odyssey Remote Trigger The Convergent Design Odyssey Remote Trigger is a pushbutton active remote start/stop trigger for Odyssey monitor/recorders. The trigger button illuminates while recording. The trigger plugs into the RMT port on the left side of the Odyssey and comes in a six foot standard cable length.
Getting Started Odyssey Activation Convergent Design requires each Odyssey to be registered via our website. This is so that we can provide notices of free firmware updates, issue alerts for critical issues, and track rentals or purchases of record options.
Demo Mode (Watermarked) Out of the box the Odyssey is in DEMO MODE and must be owner-registered with Convergent Design. On the Odyssey a watermarking blue bar will appear on the lower third of the image both on the OLED and in the recording while in DEMO MODE.
UNIT activation.) wishes to purchase or rent a recording option, return Record RAW and high RAW BUNDLE to the Convergent Design quality video derived website and follow the from the RAW signal from prompts. The website will certain cameras.
Menu System SETUP Controls for Camera Type, Recording Format, and Trigger. Replication of RECORD STATUS button controls (for details see page 21) INPUTS Controls for video and timecode inputs. Replication of INPUT/OUTPUT STATUS button (Input Control Settings) (for details see page 19) OUTPUTS Controls for video outputs.
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Menu System System Status (All Modes) Displays critical specs of Odyssey7Q+. Input voltage, Current wattage draw of Odyssey (varies with 12.2V 8.1W mode), current temperature of main processor. Tapping button brings up more detailed information +40°C including the ABOUT menu of the Odyssey7Q+. The Odyssey has a wide internal operating temperature window, up to 65°...
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Menu System Input/OUTPUT Status (Record Mode ONLY) 29.97 Displays current video input signal type. Tapping button brings up detailed information on Input and Output signals, record mode and frame rates. S-LOG2 Input Control Settings This identifies the cycling of the signal coming into the Odyssey and how VIDEO CADENCE: it is to be recorded.
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Menu System Horizontally stretches image to correct for use of optical anamorphic ANAMORPHIC DESQ: lenses. Image altered on OLED screen as well as SDI and HDMI outputs. Does not affect recording. Options are labeled in squeeze multiplier and displayed aspect ratio. Full Frame options always show full width and height of recorded signal.
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Menu System Allows for signal overlay onto HDMI OUT video. CUSTOMIZE HDMI: LUT OFF sends out the video signal or representation of the RAW data signal with no alteration. LUT ON applies the LUT image adjustment as selected in the LUT menu.
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Menu System Record Status (Record Mode ONLY) Displays current recording format. Tapping button brings up detailed information on recording format 4K->4K PRORES If a rented Record and frame rates as well as controls for setting monitoring and recording modes. Option is in use, the remaining time is noted here. Mode/Record Options Tapping status boxes brings up a list of selections for each.
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-- Odyssey TIMECODE must be set to SDI/HDMI or LTC and timecode source set to Record Run) REMOTE (Use the Convergent Design Remote Trigger accessory to start/ stop recording.) Determines playback frame rate from the SSDs. Note that all incoming...
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Menu System SSD1 Status (All Modes) Displays record time available given current settings (HH:MM). Tapping button brings up detailed 02:12 information on SSD1 status. Formatting and rebuilding options are also available here. Safe Eject (All Modes) Prompts a confirmation to Safely Eject one or both of the SSDs. This is the proper method for dismounting and ejecting SSDs so that the files and directories can be closed properly.
Menu System Audio Status (All Modes) Displays audio levels. Tap button for Audio Display/Control settings. Audio Meters settings SHOW (display audio levels as BARS or numerical VALUES) BAR COLORS (set yellow level to -20 or -18 dB) METERS (turn ON or OFF audio levels display) AUDIO Options In Apple ProRes recording, this is locked to eight channels, AUDIO CHANNELS:...
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LUT folders (for details see below). A list of available LUTs from each source will appear in the menu and a LUT can be selected by tapping on it. Additional LUTs can also be downloaded from the Convergent Design website. [31]...
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LUTs must be saved on a computer and then imported into the CD LUT Utility (available for download on the Convergent Design website) for translation into the Odyssey LUT format. Load LUTs onto an Odyssey SSD or Utility Drive and mount in the Odyssey7Q+. Select IMPORT FROM SSD in the LUT menu to read SSD for LUTs.
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Menu System Focus FOCUS Tapping button activates Focus Assist. Holding button brings up the Focus Assist settings. There are three styles of Focus Assist available. PEAKING Edge detection based on contrast, with variable sensitivity. Image can be displayed with edges highlighted in red, green, blue, black white or yellow.
Menu System False Color Tapping button activates False Color. Holding button brings up False Color settings. False Color is FALSE an exposure reference tool, attributing different colors to various brightness portions of the image. Available colors are Red, Yellow, Pink, Green, Blue and Purple. A video signal is measured in a scale from -7 to 109, often marked as a % or with the suffix IRE.
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Menu System Zebra Tapping button activates Zebras. Holding button opens Zebras settings. A Zebra stripe (/////) is an ZEBRA exposure tool to indicate any part of the image that is at a particular brightness. There are two Zebra stripe patterns, ///// and \\\\\. Each Zebra pattern can be represented in Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Cyan, or Magenta colored stripes, and the underlying image is visible in between the stripe lines.
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Menu System Waveform Tapping button activates Waveform. Holding button brings up Waveform settings. A Waveform is an exposure tool used for measuring the brightness of the image throughout the frame. It can be set for overall brightness (Luma), with the three color channels separated (RGB Parade), or as the individual color channels only (Red, Green, or Blue).
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Menu System Vectorscope Tapping button activates Vectorscope. Holding button brings up Vectorscope settings. A Vectorscope measures the color spectrum represented in the video signal. Different hues are represented by the rotation around the circle. Different saturations are represented by the distance from the center to the perimeter of the circle.
<PREV ▲ ►◄ MARK as in/out points can be marked. Used in conjunction with the Convergent Design MARKERS: CLIP Apple ProRes Transfer Utility (1.4 or above) markers are translated into Final Cut 7 and FCPX .XML files. These can be imported into Final Cut 7, FCPX and Adobe GOOD Premiere.
Apollo Mode Multistream Quad-HD Monitoring The Odyssey7Q+ supports monitoring of 1 to 4 HD video streams, using 4 SDI inputs (2x SDI In, 2x SDI IO). One input may be HDMI, which will replace SDI A automatically. When monitoring, the four HD streams resolutions and frame rates do not need to match. The paid upgrade to the Apollo Option is not required for monitoring.
Apollo Mode Dual-4K Monitoring In Apollo Dual-4K, both images can be viewed using a Picture-in-Picture view, or each individual input can be separately viewed. Selection of the monitoring mode is located on the left on the Lower Toolbar. A/B represents the Picture-Picture mode, and A or B represent the individual inputs.
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Apollo Mode Input Naming Apollo Quad-HD allows the four video inputs to be individually named. The names can be set to appear on the OLED touchscreen, output to the HDMI output and/or the SDI A output, and are recorded as metadata in the Apple ProRes recordings.
Apollo Mode SDI A Out options in Output menu: LUT OFF (Quad-Split view with no LUT applied) LUT ON (Quad-Split view with LUT applied) MIRROR OLED (Quad-Split view with Preview/Program and other overlays) LIVE-SWITCH PREVIEW (Preview input selection) SDI B Out options in Output menu: LUT OFF (Quad-Split view with no LUT applied) LUT ON (Quad-Split view with LUT applied) MIRROR OLED (Quad-Split view with Preview/Program and other overlays)
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Apollo Mode Quad-HD Double Master Recording Double Master Recording captures files simultaneously to two SSDs. This allows for an instant backup of recordings. Switch between spanning mode and Double Master mode in RECORD STATUS -> RECORD STREAMS. NOTE: Double Master Recording not available in frame rates above 1080p30. Quad-HD Inputs In Apollo Mode the Odyssey can record up to four HD video inputs simultaneously.
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Apollo Mode Setup Guide Quad-HD Recording Live-Switch or Quad-Split In addition to recording up to four simultaneous HD video signals, Apollo can also record a fifth channel as either a Live-Switch between the four inputs or a Quad-Split view of them. The Live-Switch and the Quad-Split are also both available as video outputs.
Apollo Mode Setup Guide Audio Quad-HD records 8-channel embedded audio per input from SDI sources, or 2-channel embedded audio from HDMI or 2-channel analog audio from the 3.5mm AUD IN socket near the bottom right corner of the unit. The Audio Meters will display the first two channels for each input.
Apollo Mode Setup Guide Cuts and Dissolves In Live-Switch, the transitions between inputs can be straight cuts or dissolves (aka FADE). Dissolves are available in three speeds: Slow (16 frames), Medium (8 frames), and Fast (4 frames). CUT/FADE and FADE SPEED can be selected in the QUAD Menu.
Apollo Mode Post Workflow Switching (Live Viewing ) To view a fullscreen video source, simply select the camera in the lower left hand corner of the screen ( A,B,C,D). Or press QUAD to display a quad split of all connected video feeds. Offloading When recording in Apollo Mode, the multiple files are recorded into a single Quicktime file (1-5 streams).
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The CD Apple ProRes Transfer Tool and other software utilities are available for download in the software/utilities section of our website at https://convergent-design.com/software.html Installation Instructions Download the CD Apple ProRes Transfer Tool v2.4 installation files from the Convergent Design website on the SOFTWARE/UTILITIES page at Decompress the zip file and open up the ProRes Transfer folder.
Using the CD ProRes Transfer Tool with Apollo Mode Files Odyssey 7Q, 7Q+, and Apollo ProRes files have a 4GByte size limit within the Odyssey and Apollo, therefore any ProRes recording on the Odyssey or Apollo that exceeds approximately 2 1/2 minutes will create more than one ProRes file for that clip.
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Apollo Mode Post Workflow Mac: Or you may choose an individual ProRes clip folder, if you prefer. Windows: Mac: 2) Choose Destination (Drag and Drop, or File Chooser Dialog) Choose a destination folder for your copied/combined/optimized clip files. Ensure that sufficient room is available on the destination drive for all the data. 3) Choose Maximum File Size (Defaults to 512 GBytes) If you prefer to limit the maximum file size of your combined clip files, adjust Maximum file size.
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Apollo Mode Post Workflow 7) Choose “Transfer” Choose the Transfer button to process the selected clip or clips. A progress bar will appear to indicate status, and a log file will be created in the destination folder with details of the transfer. You will be prompted when the transfer is complete.
Design files. Convergent Design offers a USB 3.0 SSD Adapter (CD-SSD-USB3-ST) through authorized dealers and distributors. This device allows you to access files on the Convergent Design SSDs on any computer with a USB 3.0 port. It will power off the USB 3.0 port without need for additional power.”...
Working With Media File Storage The Odyssey SSDs support read rates of 500 Mbytes/sec. Keep in mind you will be limited by the slowest media in the transfer process. For example: eSATA 3GBps interface cards have a max performance of ~270Mbps, and eSATA 1.5GBps have a max performance of ~130Mbps.
Software Utilities Convergent Design has free file utility programs, CD Transfer, CD Clip Merger, CD ProRes Transfer Tool and CD 3D-LUT Converter available for download for both Mac & PC on our website. https://convergent-design.com/support/firmware-downloads/software-utilities.html CD Data Unpacker Higher frame rate 8-12-bit (1920x1080, 2048x1080) DPX files are recorded in “Packed” files. CD Data Unpacker Utility copies and converts 1080p/59.94 and 1080p/60 DPX files and clips.
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Apollo Multitrack Files Apollo files are recorded as a single multitrack QuickTime file. Convergent Design is working with NLE manufacturers to support this file standard, which will allow all tracks to drop directly onto a multi-camera timeline in sync. This file format will be available as an output from this Tool in a future update.
Software Utilities CD 3D-LUT Converter Convert 3D Look Up Table (LUT) files in .cube format to Convergent Design binary file format for use in the Odyssey7Q and Odyssey7Q+ monitor/recorders. Appropriate .cube files can be created in programs such as DaVinci Resolve and Pomfort LiveGrade. 3D-LUTs can be accepted in 17x, 33x, 48x and 65x formats.
Post Production Working with Recorded Files There are numerous post systems and NLEs that can read natively the various file formats recorded by the Odyssey. Some NLEs may require plug-ins in order to read certain file formats. Blackmagic Design Resolve software is available for free and can read all formats recorded by the Odyssey.
Post Production Apple ProRes The Odyssey can record in Apple ProRes 422 (HQ), Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 422 (LT) compressed codecs. This allows for high quality recording while avoiding high data rates of working with uncompressed video. Apple ProRes 4444 XQ The highest-quality version of Apple ProRes for 4:4:4:4 image sources (including alpha channels), and provides the following: •...
It is important to correctly set the white balance of the camera, as this is baked into the RAW file. FS5/FS7/FS700 RAW in DaVinci Resolve, Premiere, & Importing 3D-LUTs Detailed tutorial documentation and instructional videos are available on the Convergent Design website. Canon C500/C300mkII 4K RAW Support All Canon C500 &...
Odyssey can range from 8-15w. Even small camcorder batteries can power the Odyssey for several hours. The Odyssey is supplied with a Convergent Design AC power supply. This is a universal switching power supply that can be used throughout the world, and comes complete with several interchangeable plug connectors. Only use a Convergent Design AC power supply on the Odyssey.
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For computers without such connectivity, the Convergent Design SSD to USB 3.0 Adapter is an inexpensive cable-style adapter to allow the SSD to connect to a USB 3.0 port. 6Ghz transfer speed. The Convergent Design USB3.0 Adapter is powered fully by the USB 3.0 connection and supports all SSDs allowed for use with Odyssey and Apollo devices. An SSD to USB 3.0 Adapter is included with the Odyssey7Q+ and Apollo.
ODYSSEY/APOLLO SCREEN PROTECTORS The Convergent Design Odyssey Screen Protector is a stick-on/peel-off clear shield for the glass screen on the Odyssey. It includes the inked labeling for the connectors and controls on the device. This is a replacement item for the screen protector that ships installed on the Odyssey.
Release Notes Firmware Version 2016.06 NEW FEATURES: APOLLO & APOLLO OPTION (ODYSSEY7Q+/7Q) DUAL-4K/QUAD-HD: MULTI-STREAM AUDIO METERS • Dual-4K: Audio meters are displayed for the first four channels of each input • Quad-HD: Audio meters are displayed for the first two channels of each input •...
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Release Notes SDI A Out options in Output menu: • LUT OFF (Quad-Split view with no LUT applied) • LUT ON (Quad-Split view with LUT applied) • MIRROR OLED (Quad-Split view with Preview/Program and other overlays) • LIVE-SWITCH PREVIEW (Preview input selection) SDI B Out options in Output menu: •...
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Release Notes FOCUS ASSIST NOISE REDUCTION • Improves legibility of Focus Assist • Does not affect recorded signal • NOTE: Enhance mode removed EMBEDDED SDI RECORD TRIGGER PASS THROUGH • Passes through SDI record trigger signal from various cameras to SDI outputs • Regardless of trigger source, output trigger is ARRI/Canon/Sony standard IN/OUT MARKER RANGE LIMITING •...
Release Notes Firmware Version 2016.01 NEW FEATURES APOLLO & ODYSSEY7Q+/7Q WITH APOLLO OPTION DUAL-4K • Monitor & Record two 4K/UHD video signals • Supports 4K/UHD 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 30p • Record in Apple ProRes (HQ/422/LT) • Resolution & framerate must match •...
Also Convergent Design will not be liable for a failure of the unit to properly record or play back for any reason. Convergent Design’s total liability, in all cases, is limited to the actual purchase price.
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