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Summary of Contents for IN2CORE ThunderFace 4K Duo

  • Page 1 ThunderFace 4K Duo User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    THUNDERFACE HDR OUTPUT ............5 GPU OUT SETTINGS ................11 BOX CONTENTS .................. 5 SDI OUTPUT MODE ................. 12 THUNDERFACE 4K DUO VS. QOD+ COMPARISON ....... 6 FULL AREA MODE ................12 THUNDERFACE INSTALLATION ............6 HDR MODE ..................13 GENERAL INSTALLATION ..............
  • Page 3: Introduction

    It is used to log, capture, playback, edit, and process video output of Digital Cinema Cameras as well as traditional film cameras with a video tap. ThunderFace 4K Duo, the successor of QOD+, is the ultimate hardware device developed by IN2CORE to provide a superior solution for GPU-driven low-latency video output from QTAKE.
  • Page 4: Hardware

    Status LED POWER: USB-C connector with PD support 100W USB-C PD power supply (100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz) The approved power supply is supplied with the product. In case of damage or other power-related issues contact IN2CORE support. September 18, 2024...
  • Page 5 September 18, 2024...
  • Page 6: Features

    ThunderFace supports High Dynamic Range output. SDI Monitors with HDR payload detection will correctly set the colorspace and other HDR metadata when connected to ThunderFace. BOX CONTENTS ThunderFace package includes: • ThunderFace 4K Duo • Power adapter • USB-C to USB-C power cable •...
  • Page 7: Thunderface 4K Duo Vs. Qod+ Comparison

    THUNDERFACE 4K DUO VS. QOD+ COMPARISON ThunderFace 4K Duo QOD+ Single cable connection to Mac Charges host computer SDI outputs Independent formats Processing latency Zero 1 frame DisplayPort input with embedded audio Reference input for genlocked output Mini BNC Analog audio input...
  • Page 8: Thunderface Status

    3. ThunderFace LED will turn green when the proper resolution is locked. 4. Start QTAKE Pro THUNDERFACE STATUS The RGB LED light indicates the ThunderFace operational state: • AMBER - steady - device is powered up, waiting for input signal •...
  • Page 9: Operation

    You can verify that macOS has detected your ThunderFace in SYSTEM PREFERENCES -> DISPLAYS. WARNING When handling ThunderFace 4K Duo, ensure the device is powered off by disconnecting the power cord first. This step prevents internal shortages when connecting or disconnecting USB-C input and SDI output cables.
  • Page 10: Tf Audio

    TF AUDIO This button controls the audio input and embedded audio output. Your options are: • DP - All SDI outputs utilize all eight available audio channels from the DisplayPort input. • AUDIO IN - Embedded analog line audio input in all SDI outputs. MUTE Mutes the audio output if DisplayPort audio is selected.
  • Page 11: Reset

    functionality. It is bundled with the latest firmware binary. Do not attempt to downgrade the ThunderFace by updating the firmware from an older version of QTAKE. The update process is simple: While ThunderFace is connected * NAVIGATE TO THE TF & QOD TOOLBAR AND CLICK UPDATE FIRMWARE BUTTON. * AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE PROCESS, QUIT QTAKE.
  • Page 12: Gpu Out Settings

    GPU OUT SETTINGS The GPU OUT window controls all output channels. You can set each GPU OUT to a different LAYOUT MODE. • AUTO Output layout follows the operator screen • SINGLE Outputs the selected View in fullscreen • DUAL Outputs two Views on a single output •...
  • Page 13: Sdi Output Mode

    SDI OUTPUT MODE ThunderFace device has eight 12G-SDI connectors. Depending on the ThunderFace resolution, it can be configured as follows: • THUNDERFACE RESOLUTION: 2X 4K/UHD • 2x 4K/UHD output via SDI connectors 1 and 5 (connectors 2 - 4 mirror output connector 1, and connectors 6 - 8 mirror output connector 5) •...
  • Page 14: Hdr Mode

    HDR MODE To read more about QTAKE SDI HDR output, refer to this section of the QTAKE Pro User guide. • HDR10 - The default HDR mode. • DOLBY VISION® META - Adds Dolby Vision metadata with SDI signal that can be read by compatible devices (e.g.
  • Page 15: Thunderface Preferences

    THUNDERFACE PREFERENCES These QTAKE preferences are relevant to the operation of ThunderFace 4K Duo. Use the PREFERENCES button in the INFO menu to open the window with preferences and set the required options. Alternatively, you can use the Text Edit application to edit the content of the preference file. QTAKE preferences file resides in the [SYSTEM VOLUME]/USERS/[USER NAME]/LIBRARY/APPLICATION SUPPORT/COM.IN2CORE.QTAKEPRO/PREFS folder.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If macOS or QTAKE does not detect the ThunderFace 4K Duo, use the following steps to reset it: 1. Quit QTAKE 2. Power off ThunderFace 4K Duo 3. Power on ThunderFace 4K Duo 4. Start QTAKE SUPPORT Need help? For technical inquiries and support, please contact our support.
  • Page 17: Compliance

    COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES ThunderFace 4K Duo is a trademark of IN2CORE s.r.o. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. September 18, 2024...

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