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Convergent Design's Odyssey7Q+ is a monitor/recorder that provides all of the features and functionality of the Odyssey7Q but adds support for 4K recording over HDMI. It features a 7.7", 1280 x 800, OLED, touchscreen display with a 3400:1 contrast ratio, true blacks, and advanced image analysis tools, including waveform, histogram, false color, and built-in display LUTs. Out-of-the-box, the Odyssey7Q+ can record up to 4K/UHD in the compressed Apple ProRes 422 HQ format or up to 2K/1080p using the uncompressed DPX file format. Additionally, it supports several RAW recording options for ARRI, Canon, Sony, and POV cameras, which are available for purchase or rental from Convergent Design's website.
Key Features
- 7.7", OLED, 8-bit, touchscreen panel
- 1280x800 resolution
- Intuitive touchscreen interface
- 3400:1 contrast ratio, true blacks
- HD/2K/UHD/4K recording over HDMI or SDI
- 2x 3G-SDI inputs, 2x 3G-SDI outputs, 2x bi-directional inputs (switchable between inputs or outputs in menu)
- Supports Single, Dual, and Quad Link formats
- HDMI input: up to 1080p60 4:2:2, up to 30 fps in UHD (3840x2160), and up to 24 fps in 4K (4096x2160)
- HDMI output: up to 1080p30
- Output downscaling
- Includes Apple ProRes 422 HQ and Uncompressed DPX recording formats
- RAW Recording options available for purchase or rental through Convergent Design's website (Sony RAW, Canon RAW, ARRIRAW, POV Raw)
- 2 channels of embedded audio, 48kHz, 24-bit
- ARRI, Canon, and Sony LUT Support
- Image analysis tools (Waveform, Histogram, False Color, etc.)
- Lightweight magnesium chassis
The Odyssey7Q+ has two 3G-SDI inputs, two 3G-SDI outputs, and two bi-directional 3G-SDI connectors which can be assigned as either inputs or outputs via menu selection. It also has a 4K-capable HDMI input and an HDMI output that supports up to 1080p30 4:2:2. Most of the inputs/outputs are on the bottom of the monitor, with 1/4"-20 mounting threads on the sides. Dual SSD slots are provided for recording video to Convergent Design Premium 2.5" SSDs, which offer high speeds, reliability, and power-loss protection. An AC adapter is included for powering the device, with optional battery plates available. Also included is a 36" Micro HDMI to HDMI cable and a HDMI to Mini HDMI adapter, useful for using the Odyssey7Q+ with DSLRs and mirrorless cameras with Micro HDMI outputs.
Included Recording Options
Compressed Formats:
- 4K/UHD 10-bit YCC 4:2:2 up to 30fps in Apple ProRes 422 HQ
- 2K/1080p 10-bit YCC 4:2:2 up to 60fps in Apple ProRes 422 HQ
- 1080i 10-bit YCC 4:2:2 up to 60i in Apple ProRes 422 HQ
- 720p 10-bit YCC 4:2:2 up to 60fps in Apple ProRes 422 HQ
Uncompressed Formats:
- 2K/1080p RGB 10/12-bit 4:4:4 up to 30fps in DPX file format
- 1080p RGB 10-bit 4:4:4 up to 60fps in DPX file format
How to Record 4K with the Sony A7S
This is a proprietary 2.5" 512GB Server-Grade SSD from Convergent Design, made specifically for the Odyssey 7, 7Q, and 7Q+ monitors/recorders. It's designed to maintain the read/write speeds required by the Odyssey throughout its lifespan. It also features a power protection circuit that in the event of a power loss will close out the current file to prevent corruption of the file and remaining data. |
This is a proprietary 2.5" 256GB Server-Grade SSD from Convergent Design, made specifically for the Odyssey 7, 7Q, and 7Q+ monitors/recorders. It's designed to maintain the read/write speeds required by the Odyssey throughout its lifespan. It also features a power protection circuit that in the event of a power loss will close out the current file to prevent corruption of the file and remaining data. |
This is a proprietary 2.5" 1TB Server-Grade SSD from Convergent Design, made specifically for the Odyssey 7, 7Q, and 7Q+ monitors/recorders. It's designed to maintain the read/write speeds required by the Odyssey throughout its lifespan. It also features a power protection circuit that in the event of a power loss will close out the current file to prevent corruption of the file and remaining data. |
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