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User Manual Odyssey7Q
Updated 18-Aug-2014 | Firmware Release v2.11.110
PROFESSIONAL MONITOR/RECORDER

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  • Page 1 User Manual Odyssey7Q Updated 18-Aug-2014 | Firmware Release v2.11.110 PROFESSIONAL MONITOR/RECORDER...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    KNOWN ISSUES  RECORD TIME CAPACITIES  RELEASE NOTES FIRMWARE V2.10.141  PACKAGE CONTENTS  New Features  CONVERGENT DESIGN SSD MEDIA  New Features, RECORD OPTIONS (ODYSSEY7Q ONLY)  FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS  2.5” Premium SSD Media  FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS, RECORD OPTIONS & OTHER  Odyssey Utility Drive ...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    4. Power source must be able to provide up to 24 watts at all times to the Odyssey7Q. 5. When powering the Odyssey7Q from an ARRI ALEXA camera, we recommend using the 24V R/S Fischer-3 output from the ALEXA using the optional Convergent Design cable. 6. Familiarize yourself with the equipment and test prior to shooting.

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Product 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 (in future update), Histogram, False color exposure view, Zebra, three-mode Focus assist, pixel Zoom (1:1 & 2:1), LUTs, and Frame Guides.

  • Page 6: Other Features

    Product Features (Continued) OTHER FEATURES • Versatile Power. Wide voltage range (6.5-34v) and low dRAW (8-15w, depending on mode) for great flexibility of battery and other power options. • Light Weight. A magnesium case and efficient board design means only 1.25lbs for the basic unit.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    Touchscreen, SDI record trigger (ARRI, CANON, PANASONIC, RED, SONY), Timecode, Future: Optional remote control cable** Recording SSD Convergent Design SSDs with power-loss protection, in 256GB and 512GB sizes, 420Mb/sec write, 500Mb/sec read speed, compatible with USB 3.0 and Media Thunderbolt Adapters. SSDs and adapters sold separately.

  • Page 8: Recording Capabilities

    All recording options are available for demo on the Odyssey7Q, but will appear with a blue or pink line “watermark” across the recorded image. Recording options are available to purchase or (in the near future) rent on a time-active basis from the Convergent Design website at: https://convergent-design.com/products/recording-options.html INCLUDED FREE WITH ODYSSEY7Q HD VIDEO Uncompressed 12-bit or 10-bit.DPX stacks.

  • Page 9: Recording Options (Available For Purchase)

    Recording Capabilities (Continued) RECORDING OPTIONS (AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE) Additional recording options are available for purchase and/or rental through our website. ARRI ALEXA The Odyssey7Q supports all ARRIRAW formats and frame rates output by Alexa Classic cameras. ARRIRAW ARRIRAW data is recorded as .ari files. (Available for purchase and/ ARRIRAW 16:9 frame rates: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 48*, 50*, 59.97*, 60* or daily rental)

  • Page 10: Record Options Rental

    Record Options Rental RENTAL ACTIVATION KEYS Rental Activation Keys may be purchased though our website for the Canon C500 Cinema RAW, the ARRI Alexa ARRIRAW and POV RAW recording 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.

  • Page 11: Record Time Capacities

    Record Time Capacities The Odyssey7Q can record numerous video and data formats. Record time capacities vary based on format. 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. For 256 GB, divide by four.
  • Page 12 Record Time Capacities (Optional) Recording options can be purchased through our website. The following are the approximate recording times while recoring with these options. The charts below indicate maximum record time in minutes based on the use of two 512 GB SSDs (1TB).

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package Contents Odyssey7Q box contains one (1) Odyssey7Q monitor/recorder and one (1) universal power supply. MEDIA AND ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY!

  • Page 14: Convergent Design Ssd Media

    The Odyssey Utility Drive can be used for Odyssey7Q firmware updates, Odyssey7Q 3D-LUT files and other future functionality. The Convergent Design SSD Utility Drive will not record video files. It is intended for Odyssey7Q owners who do not wish to tie up an SSD with utility features, or for Odyssey7Q owners who use their devices as monitors and do not need to purchase the more expensive recording media.

  • Page 15: Odyssey7Q Anatomy

    There are two Solid State Drive (SSD) slots, SSD1 and SSD2. Only Convergent Design 256 GB and 512 GB SSDs can be used to capture video on the Odyssey7Q. The Odyssey Utility Drive can be used for firmware updates and other future functions, but not to record video files.

  • Page 16: Odyssey7Q - Left Side

    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 OUT Output to an HDMI compatible device A remote control connection to the Odyssey7Q.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting Started ODYSSEY7Q ACTIVATION Convergent Design requires each Odyssey7Q 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.

  • Page 18: Powering Down

    Getting Started (Continued) POWERING DOWN While it may seem an odd time to note this, it is important to know that there is a preferred method to shutting down the Odyssey7Q. On the left side of the case, the F2 SHUT DOWN button should be pressed.

  • Page 19: Odyssey7Q Menus

    ARRIRAW → RAW output of ARRI ALEXA Activation Convergent Design website and follow the prompts. The website will RAW output of various present a code which can then be POV RAW industrial and specialty use...

  • Page 20: Setup

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) SETUP Sub-Menu 1 Sub-Menu 2 Description Additional Information 10-Bit Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) 4:2:2 HD -> ProRes HD (.MOV) 220Mb Compressed Up to four HD video signals viewed at once Note Multi-Stream Recording will 4:2:2 HD Multi-Stream be an option at a later time;...

  • Page 21: Record

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) RECORD Dropdown Sub-Item Description Additional Information Record button on Odyssey7Q Rec Button   Upper Tool Bar Compatible cameras include Record triggers on camera cues Canon C300, XF305, Sony F3, Camera the Odyssey7Q FS700, ARRI ALEXA (via SDI TRIGGER Remote camera setting).
  • Page 22 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) INPUTS Sub-Menu 3 Sub-Menu 1 Sub-Menu 2 Option Description Additional Information Currently limited to two chan- nels of SDI or HDMI embed- AUDIO Channels ded audio. This menu will be expanded in a future free firmware update. At high frame rates, some cameras will not generate LTC to 6 pin via remote port...

  • Page 23: System Status Buttons

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) SYSTEM STATUS BUTTONS 12.2V Displays critical specs of Odyssey7Q. Input voltage, Current 8.1W wattage dRAW of Odyssey7Q (varies with mode), current +40°C temperature of main processor. Tapping button brings up more detailed information including the ABOUT menu of the Odyssey7Q.
  • Page 24 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) INPUT STATUS BUTTTON Displays current video input signal type. Tapping button 29.97 brings up detailed information on Input and Output signals, S-LOG2 record mode and frame rates. RECORD STATUS BUTTON Displays current recording format. Tapping button brings up 4K->HD PRORES detailed information on recording type and frame rates.
  • Page 25 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) REC/PLAY BUTTON Displays current status as to whether Odyssey7Q is in RECORD or PLAYBACK mode. Tapping button toggles between modes. NOTE: Playback Mode changes the upper and lower tool bars. See Playback Mode, below. CLIP METADATA BUTTON Displays detailed information on clip metadata.

  • Page 26: Upper & Lower Tool Bars - Play Mode

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) UPPER & LOWER TOOL BARS - PLAY MODE Tapping the REC/PLAY Button toggles the Upper Tool Bar to Play mode. Upper toolbar selections are different in Play Mode. PLAY LIST BUTTON Tapping button displays a list of recorded files. Files can be PLAY selected for playback and can be continuously played back in LIST...

  • Page 27: Lower Tool Bar - Play Mode

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) LOWER TOOL BAR - PLAY MODE A different toolbar will appear at the bottom of the monitor in Play Mode. 00:12:16:72 TOOLS <PREV <STEP ► STEP> NEXT> 05:59 14:55 TOOLS/SCRUB BUTTON TOOLS SCRUB Toggles between Play controls and image analysis controls. PLAYBACK CONTROLS There are five deck-style play controls.

  • Page 28: Lower Tool Bar

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) LOWER TOOL BAR In addition to being a high quality recorder of multiple formats, the Odyssey7Q is also a full- featured production monitor. The Lower Tool Bar activates and controls the monitoring and image analysis functions. OLED GUIDE FOCUS ZOOM...
  • Page 29 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) FOCUS FOCUS Tapping button activates Focus Assist. Holding button brings up the Focus Assist settings. There are three styles of Focus Assist available. [EDGE + VIDEO] Shows video image with sharp edges highlighted in color. Also know as Peaking. [EDGE ONLY] Shows only the sharp edges, clearly highlighting only aspects of the frame that are in focus.
  • Page 30 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) FALSE Tapping button activates False Color. Holding button brings FALSE up False Color settings. False Color is an exposure reference tool, attributing different colors to various brightness portions of the image. Available colors are Red, Yellow, Green, Blue and Purple.
  • Page 31 Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) WFM (WAVEFORM) Tapping button activates waveform. The waveform is based on the signal shown on the Odyssey7Q OLED. When in Multi- stream mode, if two signals are selected then the waveform can be used to compare two side-by-side images. Holding button brings up waveform settings.

  • Page 32: Working W/ Media

    Convergent Design offers a USB 3.0 SSD Adapter (CD-SSD-USB3) 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 or USB 2.0 port. (Please note that USB 2.0 ports have much slower data transfer...

  • Page 33: File Management Software

    Working w/ Media (Continued) FILE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE Convergent Design has three free file utility programs, CD transfer, CD clip Merger and CD ProRes Transfer Tool, 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”...

  • Page 34: File Storage

    Working w/ Media (Continued) FILE STORAGE The Odyssey SSDs support read rates of 500 Mbytes/sec. Keep in mind you will be limited by the slowest median 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. typical Hard Drives (non-RAID) generally perform anywhere in the range of 80-130MbpsFor maximum performance, make sure you are using eSATA 6 GBps, USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt to a RAID configuration.

  • Page 35: Post Production

    Post Production WORKING WITH FILES RECORDED BY THE ODYSSEY7Q There are numerous post systems and NLEs that can read natively the various file formats recorded by the Odyssey7Q. 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 Odyssey7Q.

  • Page 36: Apple Prores 422 (Hq)

    Post Production (Continued) Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) The Odyssey 7 and 7Q records in Apple ProRes HQ which is a 10 bit 4:2:2 220Mb compressed codec. This will allow for high quality recording while avoiding high data rates of working with uncompressed video.
  • Page 37 The Media Pool settings are helpful if you have a mix of different clip types, you can sort by codec, select a group and adjust. For your convenience, Convergent Design has generated several example LUTs that can be applied to your RAW footage. Keep in mind these LUTs are an approximation, and may need adjustment depending on your application.

  • Page 38: Canon C500 4K Raw Support

    Post Production (Continued) FS700 FCP X IMPORT SETTINGS Once you have created a new project be sure to check the following Settings: Under Final Cut Pro select Preferences 2. Be sure the Still Images editing duration is set to 0.0.1 Seconds 3.
  • Page 39 Mechanical DRAWings...

  • Page 40: Convergent Design Accessories

    Odyssey battery plate for JVC Camcorder-style batteries CD-OD-JVCplate Convergent Design also makes battery plates that can also hold and power a pair of Teradek Bolt video receivers along with the Odyssey7Q. Two camcorder batteries (one for the Odyssey, one for the Teradeks) are used or a single large battery. These plates are shipped in kits that include short SDI cables and power cables for the Odyssey and Teradeks.
  • Page 41 ODYSSEY CASE (CD-OD-CASE) The Convergent Design Odyssey Case is based on a Nanuk 910 with custom foam insert. The use of rigid foam means less is needed for protecting the gear and it can be precision cut. The main cutout for an Odyssey7 or Odyssey7Q includes removable layers of rigid foam to allow the Odyssey to fit snugly when bare or with a variety of battery plates and 3rd party accessory mounts.
  • Page 42 ODYSSEY SCREEN PROTECTORS The Convergent Design Odyssey Screen Protector is a stick-on/peel-off clear shield for the glass screen on the Odyssey7. 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 Odyssey7.

  • Page 43: Third-Party Accessories

    Power Cage includes numerous threaded mounting points for accessories. SOFT CASE PortaBrace manufactures the Flat Screen Monitor Case – Convergent Design, which is made of waterproof Nylon Taslan. Velcro flaps allow access to all sides and an integrated hood folds down as a screen protector.

  • Page 44: New Features

    The POV RAW Record Option is for various special function cameras with RAW output. The RAW data is captured as Cinema DNG files. The POV RAW Record Option is $1495 to purchase or $99/day to rent through the Convergent Design website. The cameras currently supported include the IO Industries Flare 2KSDI and the Indiecam indieGS2K.

  • Page 45: Release Notes Firmware V2.11.110

    Release Notes Firmware v2.11.110 FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS • FIXED Time of Day timecode issue • FIXED Backward file compatibility during firmware updates • FIXED “Ticking” audio after 720p file recovery • FIXED Black dots in live image when overexposing or white-clipping •...

  • Page 46: Release Notes Firmware V2.10.141

    Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 NEW FEATURES ADVANCED PLAYBACK CONTROLS FOR ALL FORMATS This is a complete revamp of the Playback system. Standard deck-style controls for Play/ Pause, single-frame step forward or step-back, and skip forward or back to next/pervious clip. Additionally, an interactive scrub bar allows the user to quickly access any section of a clip simply by dragging a finger across the OLED touchscreen.
  • Page 47 Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 IMAGE ANALYSIS TOOLS RESETS Menu page resets are now available in the settings for False Color, Focus Assist and OLED menus. ODYSSEY UTILITY DRIVE FUNCTIONALITY Added support for firmware updates via the new Odyssey Utility Drive. TIMECODE TRIGGERING Added record triggering via rolling of timecode when recording in Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) (1080 formats over SDI only).

  • Page 48: New Features, Record Options (Odyssey7Q Only)

    Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 NEW FEATURES, RECORD OPTIONS (ODYSSEY7Q ONLY) SONY FS700 4K RAW 100P/120P SUPER SLOMO Record 100fps or 120fps in 4K RAW in a 440 frame burst using the camera’s internal memory buffer. Triggering is set on the camera at either the start of the memory buffer (capture the 440 frames after trigger is pressed) or at the end of the buffer (capture the 440 frames that occurred before the trigger is pressed).

  • Page 49: Fixes & Improvements, Record Options & Other

    Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 • FIXED Playback issues at end of a file • FIXED Image scaling in psf and interlaced signals that showed jagged lines in PIXEL ZOOM. • FIXED Black line in image from Canon 5Dmk3 in 1080p23.98 •...

  • Page 50: Frame Rate

    Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 FRAME RATE • Occasionally when changing frame rates the Odyssey does not detect the source change. To remedy this disconnect and reconnect the source, or cycle power on the Odyssey. KNOWN ISSUES, RECORD OPTIONS & OTHER PLAYBACK •...

  • Page 51: Other Notes (Odyssey7Q Only)

    Release Notes Firmware v2.10.141 • Analog audio input • File name matching from the camera in video recording • LTC Timecode Trigger • HDMI Timecode in • HDMI Record Trigger • HDMI source in Multi-Stream Monitoring • 720p 50/60 signal in Multi-Stream Monitoring •...

  • Page 52: Release Notes Firmware V1.1.105

    -Occasionally Recordings done in HD with a PSF source can have shifted video for the first second of recording, after this the video will be correct. *Note Convergent Design always recommends to Pre and Post Roll on any take to avoid any potential issues. -This will be corrected with the next firmware release.

  • Page 53: Not Supported At This Time

    Release Notes Firmware v1.1.105 -In 4K RAW (Canon C500 and FS700) the live image is a letterbox from the 4K steam, thus the live image will be slightly to the top left. -In FS700 4KRAW to HD the scaled image is a center cut of the 4K RAW signal, thus it may be slightly to the left compared to the internal media.

  • Page 54: Firmware Fixes

    Release Notes Firmware v1.1.105 FS700RAW Rec709 (IT709) Picture Profile Settings (Recorded Profile from the camera) -Under EDIT CINEMADNG CODEC -Decode Quality Full Res. -Decode using CLIP* -White Balance As Shot -Color Space Rec709 -Gamma Rec709 -Select Highlight Recovery (Not needed) *CinemaDNG Default, or Camera Metadata can also be used for this setting.

  • Page 55: Release Notes Firmware V1.11.100

    Release Notes Firmware v1.11.100 NEW FEATURES (ALL MODES) ZOOM MEMORY When using Pixel Zoom, the screen coordinates in 1:1 and 2:1 zoom modes are remembered from previous use. Drag with finger on OLED display to position zoom window. Window will return to same position upon returning to Pixel Zoom setting.

  • Page 56: Known Issues

    Release Notes Firmware v1.11.100 MULTI-STREAM • Fixed support for PSF input signals (1080psf 23.976/24/25/29.97) PRORES(HQ) • Reduced extremely rare file corruption occurrence on particular units. Error only occurs after more than one hour of continuous recording and even then it is a rare event. •...
  • Page 57 Release Notes Firmware v1.11.100 FS700 RAW • 200fps material plays back at incorrect speed. All frames are recorded correctly. CANON RAW • Playback of 50p & 60p material jittery. This artifact is not contained in the recorded files. CANON RAW & ARRIRAW •...

  • Page 58: Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 59 © 2014 Convergent Design, Inc. - All Rights Reserved. All copyrights and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. 04142014-1.11.100...

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