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Convergent Design Odyssey7Q User Manual

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User Manual Odyssey7Q
Updated 21 Jul 2014 | Firmware Release v2.10.141
2014

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  • Page 1 User Manual Odyssey7Q Updated 21 Jul 2014 | Firmware Release v2.10.141 2014...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    KNOWN ISSUES, RECORD OPTIONS & OTHER  48 POST PRODUCTION  RELEASE NOTES ODYSSEY7Q Working with Files Recorded by the Odyssey7Q 22 Convergent Design, Inc. 4465 Northpark Dr, Suite 400 | Colorado Springs, CO 80907 | USA TEL: ++ (720) 221-3861 | FAX: ++ (720) 227-9296 | Office Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M., Monday – Friday [Mountain Time (GMT – 7)]...

  • Page 4: Read This First

    (left side of recorder), and that 3G-rated SDI cables are used. 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.

  • 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

    Dual SSD Architecture. Long record time, will automatically span from one SSD to the other. MOUNTING The Odyssey7Q features three ¼”x20 threaded sockets, one on the lower rear of the case and one each on the left and right sides of the case. Do not exceed 11mm of depth when inserting a bolt, otherwise damage may occur to the Odyssey7Q.

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    SDI record trigger (ARRI, CANON, Panasonic, red, SONY), Optional remote control cable** RECORDING SSD Convergent Design SSDs with power-loss protection, in 256 and 512 GB sizes, MEDIA 420Mb/sec write, 500Mb/sec read speed, compatible with USB 3.0 and thunderbolt adapters. SSDs and adapters sold separately.

  • Page 8: Recording Capabilities

    RAW data video formats. With another optional recording key the Odyssey7Q will also be able to record up to four HD video signals simultaneously. All recording options are available for demo on the Odyssey7Q, but will appear with a blue or pink line “watermark” across the recorded image.

  • Page 9: Recording Options (Available For Purchase)

    NOTE: CANON RAW 50-60p requires two SSDs to simultaneously record. More Info: https://convergent-design.com/products/odyssey7q/canon-c500 SONY FS700 RAW The Odyssey7Q supports SONY FS700 4K & 2K RAW, high bit-depth HD derived from 4K. Future firmware updates will support 4K compressed solutions, other recording options. (Available for purchase) FS700 4K RAW frame rates: 23.98, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94, 4K 440 frame burst mode: 100, 120...

  • 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 and the ARRI Alexa ARRI 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 varies 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)

    Record Time Capacities (Optional) Recording options can be purchased through our website. The following are the approximate recording times while recoring with these options. ARRIRAW OPTION Recording Format 24fps 25fps 30fps 50fps 60fps ARRIRAW 16:9 ARRIRAW 4:3 (top framerate = 48fps, 38min rec. time) CANON C500 4K RAW OPTION Recording Format 24fps...

  • 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

    To enable recording on the Odyssey7Q, you must use specific SSD media: Only Convergent Design Premium SSD’s will work in the Odyssey7Q. These SSD’s, available in 256GB and 512GB, must be purchased separately. Firware updates must be completed only with Convergent Design Pemium SSDs.

  • Page 15: Odyssey7Q Anatomy

    PWR ON Power input socket to Odyssey7Q (see Getting Started – Power). Just in front of the PWR ON port is a button, which is a Force Power On/Off control. Hold button five seconds to force power off. This is only to be used if standard power on or off procedures fail (see Getting Started –...

  • Page 16: Odyssey7Q - Right Side

    There are two Function buttons, F1 LOCK and F2 SHUT DOWN. F1 LOCK Lockout control for the Odyssey7Q touchscreen. Push to engage and SCREEN LOCK will appear in the center of the touchscreen’s Upper Tool Bar. Push F1 again to disengage.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Upon first initializing of the Odyssey7Q (see below), a prompt will appear asking if the device is to be Activated at this time or if it is to be used in DEMO mode. In DEMO mode the Odyssey7Q is fully functional, however a blue or pink bar “watermark” will appear in any recorded video.

  • Page 18: Setting Up & Using The Odyssey7Q

    Starting on the left, tapping the [☼] button brings up the initial setup menus for the Odyssey7Q. Don’t be intimidated by the number of selections in the [☼] section. This is by far the most in-depth section of the Odyssey7Q touchscreen menus:...

  • Page 19: 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 20: File Management Software

    Some high data rate formats need to be striped (aka RAIDed) across two SSDs when recording in the Odyssey7Q. After offloading these file folders onto a local drive on a computer, CD Clip Merger combines matching RAIDed folders into single file folders.

  • Page 21: 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 22: Post Production

    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 23: Apple Prores 422 Hq

    SONY FS700 RAW SUPPORT (DNG SEQUENCES) All FS700 Raw recording on the Odyssey7Q is recorded as a 12-bit linear Cinema DNG file. With DNG files, timecode and clip metadata is stored in every frame, as well as in the XML file within each clip.
  • Page 24 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 you Convince Convergent Design has Generated several example LUT’s that can be applied to your RAW footage. Keep in mind these LUTs are an approximation, and may need adjusting depending on your application.

  • Page 25: Canon C500 4K Raw Support

    Adobe CC 2014 ARRI ALEXA ARRIRAW SUPPORT All ARRI Alexa ARRIRAW recordings on the Odyssey7Q are recorded as 12 bit ARRIRAW file, also NOTE that with ari files Timecode, and Clip Metadata is stored in every frame, as well as in the XML file within each clip.

  • Page 26: Odyssey7Q Menus

    Red text & flashing warning Current recording stopped The Odyssey7Q has a wide range of acceptable voltage for incoming power, from 6.5 volts to 34 volts. The total wattage draw from the Odyssey7Q varies depending on the operational mode it is set to, but is always within a very modest range from less than 8 watts to no more than 15 watts.
  • Page 27 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...
  • Page 28 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 29: 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 Playback mode. Upper toolbar selections are different in Play Mode. PLAY LIST BUTTON Tapping button displays a list of recorded files. Files can be...

  • Page 30: 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 playback mode. 00:12:16:72 TOOLS <PREV <STEP ► STEP> NEXT> 05:59 14:55 TOOLS/SCRUB BUTTON TOOLS SCRUB Toggles between Playback controls and image analysis controls.

  • Page 31: 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...
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 33 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 34 (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.

  • Page 35: Odyssey

    SSD was not properly dismounted from the Odyssey7Q. This includes physically removing the SSD without running the eject sequence, sudden loss of power to the Odyssey7Q or improper powering down of the Odyssey7Q. The Recover pro- cess accesses any incomplete files on the SSD and, when possible, properly closes them.

  • Page 36: Setup

    → → OTHER This tells the Odyssey7Q the type of camera sending a standard HD video signal. Manufacturers use different protocols for sending record triggers, metadata and timecode. They also define their image LOG curves differently, which effects how the Odyssey7Q can correctly LUT the signal.

  • Page 37: Record

    Odyssey7Q Menus (Continued) RECORD Sub-Menu 3 Dropdown Sub-Item Option Description Additional Information Record button on Odyssey7Q Rec Button → →   Upper Tool Bar Compatible cameras in- clude Canon C300, XF305, Record triggers on camera Camera → → Sony F3, FS700, ARRI...
  • Page 38 At high frame rates, some cameras will not generate LTC to 6 pin via remote port timecode. In these cases and adaptor cable. the Odyssey7Q will generate a Record Run TIMECODE Source timecode from its internal clock. SEED / REC RUN →...
  • Page 39 Mechanical Drawings...

  • Page 40: Convergent Design Accessories

    Depending on monitor and record modes, the power draw from the Odyssey7Q can range from 8-15w. Even small camcorder batteries can power the Odyssey7Q for several hours.

  • Page 41: Convergent Design Accessories

    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: Convergent Design Accessories

    The Convergent Design Odyssey Screen Protector is a stick-on/peel-off clear shield for the glass screen on the Odyssey7 and Odyssey7Q. 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 and Odyssey7Q.

  • Page 43: Third-Party Accessories

    Nylon Taslan. Velcro flaps allow access to all sides and an integrated hood folds down as a screen protector. OLED SCREEN PROTECTOR Pro K Solutions manufacturers the OCP optically Clear Protection stick-on / peel-off screen protector for the Odyssey7Q. The OCP is scratch-resistant, washable and will not interfere with the OLED’s touchscreen functionality.

  • Page 44: Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware

    Fast Forward / Rewind EXPANDED HD FORMAT SUPPORT IN APPLE PRORES 422 (HQ) In addition to 1080p video, the Odyssey7 and Odyssey7Q now support 1080i and 720p signals, as well as 24p signals embedded within 1080i video streams using “3:2 Pulldown”. Additionally, upon selecting 3:2 PULLDOWN, the Odyssey7 and Odyssey7Q will remove the excess material and record a pure 1080p23.98 video stream for more efficient storage and ease of post.

  • Page 45: Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware

    Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 2.10.141 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.

  • Page 46: New Features, Record Options (Odyssey7Q Only)

    Once a rental is input into a unit, there is no way of retrieving or transferring to another unit. Rentals are unit specific, and must be urchased via our website. • To activate a rental, enter the 8-character key into the Odyssey7Q’s activation section in the menu. •...

  • Page 47: Fixes & Improvements, Record Options & Other

    Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 2.10.141 • FIXED Black line in image from Canon 5Dmk3 in 1080p23.98 • IMPROVED Hide Menu/Video Functionality • IMPROVED SSD detection • IMPROVED PIXEL ZOOM movement & image refresh • IMPROVED HDMI detection • IMPROVED Firmware update ease by accepting file or folder FIXES &...

  • Page 48: Known Issues, Record Options & Other

    Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 2.10.141 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 49 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 2.10.141 OTHER NOTES NOT SUPPORTED AT THIS TIME • 720p 24/25/30 signal (720p with 3:2 or 2:2 Pulldown) • SD NTSC/PAL video • 1080p 50/59.94 recording in Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) • Analog audio input •...
  • Page 50 -Playback of Raw then ProRes Files does not work * Note (Playback must always match current mode, for Example : ProRes to playback ProRes) -The monitor may display a black image if the camera output does not match the correct Odyssey7Q mode. 720p or any SD source.
  • Page 51 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 1.1.105 -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 52 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 1.1.105 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 53 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 1.11.100 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 54 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 1.11.100 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 55 Release Notes Odyssey7Q Firmware 1.11.100 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 56: 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 57 © 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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