Convergent Design Gemini 4:4:4
Uncompressed HD Video Recorder
Convergent Design > Video Capture > Portable Digital Disk Recorder£ POA
Convergent Design have just unveiled Gemini 4:4:4, a revolutionary uncompressed video recorder/player.
Winning multiple awards at NAB 2011, Gemini enables videographers and cinematographers to capture at the ultimate video quality, in a small, low-power, lightweight package, at a very affordable price.
Gemini features a built-in high-brightness 5.0” 800x480 24-bit LCD touch-screen for monitor and playback, and introduces an industry first - the ability to simultaneously record to two removable solid-state drives - creating instant backups; an invaluable insurance against lost footage, as well as, opening new workflow options.
Building on, but not replacing, the highly successful nanoFlash, Gemini records 10-bit uncompressed 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 video in most popular HD/2K/3G formats, including 1080p24 and 1080p50/60, with up to 16-channels of embedded audio and timecode.
Gemini has slots for two removable 1.8” solid-state drives (SSDs), enabling recording in either parallel mode (instant backup), or spanning mode (longer record times). Sporting a lightweight milled aluminum case, Gemini is about the same size and weight as the popular SmallHD DP6 monitor, but includes Recording, Playback, Image Processing, Dual HD/3G SDI I/Os, HDMI-Out and consumer level audio I/O; while consuming only 8 to 15 watts of power.
Winning multiple awards at NAB 2011, Gemini enables videographers and cinematographers to capture at the ultimate video quality, in a small, low-power, lightweight package, at a very affordable price.
Gemini features a built-in high-brightness 5.0” 800x480 24-bit LCD touch-screen for monitor and playback, and introduces an industry first - the ability to simultaneously record to two removable solid-state drives - creating instant backups; an invaluable insurance against lost footage, as well as, opening new workflow options.
Building on, but not replacing, the highly successful nanoFlash, Gemini records 10-bit uncompressed 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 video in most popular HD/2K/3G formats, including 1080p24 and 1080p50/60, with up to 16-channels of embedded audio and timecode.
Gemini has slots for two removable 1.8” solid-state drives (SSDs), enabling recording in either parallel mode (instant backup), or spanning mode (longer record times). Sporting a lightweight milled aluminum case, Gemini is about the same size and weight as the popular SmallHD DP6 monitor, but includes Recording, Playback, Image Processing, Dual HD/3G SDI I/Os, HDMI-Out and consumer level audio I/O; while consuming only 8 to 15 watts of power.
• Fully uncompressed, 10-bit, 4:2:2/4:4:4 video recorder with sunlight viewable monitor
• Supports Dual-Link, 3G, 1080p60, 3D and S-Log with full support for viewing LUTs
• Perfect for F3, F35, Alexa, all Filmakers
• Uses new high performance, low cost SSD Media
• Compliments the highly acclaimed nanoFlash.
• Supports Dual-Link, 3G, 1080p60, 3D and S-Log with full support for viewing LUTs
• Perfect for F3, F35, Alexa, all Filmakers
• Uses new high performance, low cost SSD Media
• Compliments the highly acclaimed nanoFlash.
Video Standards
• HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M; HD-SDI 3G, SMPTE 424M; HD-SDI Dual-Link, SMPTE 372M
Video Formats
• 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94; 1080i50/59.94; 720p23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/60; 2048x1080p23.98/24
Video I/O
• Four BNCs, (2 Input, 2 output, with individual power-down options), One HDMI (Type C) Output
Record Features
• Full Uncompressed 10-Bit 4:2:2 / 4:4:4 Recording into Quicktime file (.mov) with audio and timecode
• User programmable over/under crank, time-lapse, 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown removal, on-screen tally Record video simultaneously to both SSD drives (backup) or span drives (for longer record times) Video can be recorded with or without burned-in LUTs, on individual drive basis
Playback Control
• Play, Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Step Control Reference image overlay (aka onion skinning) planned in future firmware release
S-Log, Log-C Support
• Support for S-Log, Log-C with user programmable 1D LUTs, LUTs can be applied to either SDI output
Media
• Two Slots for 1.8" Solid State Drives (SSD), Hot-Swappable, 256GB / 512GB sizes SSD Performance: 260 MBytes/Sec Write, 415 MBytes/Sec Read, 6Gbps SATA Interface
Transfer Station
• 1.8" SSD to 6Gbps eSATA transfer station (included)
Built-In LCD Monitor
• 5" high brightness LCD, sunlight viewable, 800 cd/m2, 800 x (RGB) x 480 Pixels, 24-Bit, 900:1 True Contrast, Wide 850 Viewing Angle (IPS Technology), Color Calibrated at Factory
• 1:1 Pixel Option, with user positioning of desired window via touch control
Menu System
• Touch Sensitive menu system with user-defined presets and customizable level of on-screen data
Timecode
• HD-SDI Embedded (SMPTE RP-188) or LTC via the remote control option
Digital Audio I/O
• HD-SDI Embedded 4-Channels, uncompressed, 24-Bit, 48K; 16-Channel in future firmware
Analog Audio Output
• 3.5 mm output jack, headphone or consumer line level, support to monitor any channel pair
3D - Dual Stream (Option)
• Extra cost option for Full Stereo (dual stream) record and playback in a single Gemini unit
• Left and Right Video Streams recorded as individual files, in full uncompressed Vertical Flip, Horizontal Flop, for either/both streams Individual output of each stream or Combine: Side by Side, Line by Line, Anaglyph, 50/50 Composite Simultaneous output in multiple formats (ie Side by Side and 50/50 Composite)
Remote Control (Option)
• Wired Remote Control with Tally Light and LTC I/O
NLE Compatibility
• NLE Support planned for Avid, Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Vegas and Edius
Power Requirements
• 6 to 19 Volts DC, 8 to 15 watts (active) / under 1 watt (power-save mode)
Size, Weight
• 138 x 114 x 27 mm (5.4 x 4.5 x 1.1"); 450 grams (1 lb); Milled Aluminum Case
Environmental
• +50 to -20 0C Operating / +75 to -40 0C Storage
Gemini Kit Components
• Gemini 4:4:4 Recorder, eSATA Transfer Station, Custom Fitted Hard Plastic Case, HD-SDI cables, HDMI cable, Hotshoe with 1/4"x20 Ball Mount, Universal AC Power Supply, 4-Pin XLR Power Cable
Optional Accessories
• 256GB / 512GB SSD Media, DC to DC Converter (Input: 20 to 32V, Output: 12V @ 4A), 56 Wh Battery and Charger, Sun Shade, Remote Control, D-Tap Power Cable
Notes
• 1080p50/60 data striped across both drives; 4:4:4 only supported in 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97 and 2048x1080p23.98/24; DPX file format support planned in future firmware
• HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M; HD-SDI 3G, SMPTE 424M; HD-SDI Dual-Link, SMPTE 372M
Video Formats
• 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94; 1080i50/59.94; 720p23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94/60; 2048x1080p23.98/24
Video I/O
• Four BNCs, (2 Input, 2 output, with individual power-down options), One HDMI (Type C) Output
Record Features
• Full Uncompressed 10-Bit 4:2:2 / 4:4:4 Recording into Quicktime file (.mov) with audio and timecode
• User programmable over/under crank, time-lapse, 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown removal, on-screen tally Record video simultaneously to both SSD drives (backup) or span drives (for longer record times) Video can be recorded with or without burned-in LUTs, on individual drive basis
Playback Control
• Play, Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Step Control Reference image overlay (aka onion skinning) planned in future firmware release
S-Log, Log-C Support
• Support for S-Log, Log-C with user programmable 1D LUTs, LUTs can be applied to either SDI output
Media
• Two Slots for 1.8" Solid State Drives (SSD), Hot-Swappable, 256GB / 512GB sizes SSD Performance: 260 MBytes/Sec Write, 415 MBytes/Sec Read, 6Gbps SATA Interface
Transfer Station
• 1.8" SSD to 6Gbps eSATA transfer station (included)
Built-In LCD Monitor
• 5" high brightness LCD, sunlight viewable, 800 cd/m2, 800 x (RGB) x 480 Pixels, 24-Bit, 900:1 True Contrast, Wide 850 Viewing Angle (IPS Technology), Color Calibrated at Factory
• 1:1 Pixel Option, with user positioning of desired window via touch control
Menu System
• Touch Sensitive menu system with user-defined presets and customizable level of on-screen data
Timecode
• HD-SDI Embedded (SMPTE RP-188) or LTC via the remote control option
Digital Audio I/O
• HD-SDI Embedded 4-Channels, uncompressed, 24-Bit, 48K; 16-Channel in future firmware
Analog Audio Output
• 3.5 mm output jack, headphone or consumer line level, support to monitor any channel pair
3D - Dual Stream (Option)
• Extra cost option for Full Stereo (dual stream) record and playback in a single Gemini unit
• Left and Right Video Streams recorded as individual files, in full uncompressed Vertical Flip, Horizontal Flop, for either/both streams Individual output of each stream or Combine: Side by Side, Line by Line, Anaglyph, 50/50 Composite Simultaneous output in multiple formats (ie Side by Side and 50/50 Composite)
Remote Control (Option)
• Wired Remote Control with Tally Light and LTC I/O
NLE Compatibility
• NLE Support planned for Avid, Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Vegas and Edius
Power Requirements
• 6 to 19 Volts DC, 8 to 15 watts (active) / under 1 watt (power-save mode)
Size, Weight
• 138 x 114 x 27 mm (5.4 x 4.5 x 1.1"); 450 grams (1 lb); Milled Aluminum Case
Environmental
• +50 to -20 0C Operating / +75 to -40 0C Storage
Gemini Kit Components
• Gemini 4:4:4 Recorder, eSATA Transfer Station, Custom Fitted Hard Plastic Case, HD-SDI cables, HDMI cable, Hotshoe with 1/4"x20 Ball Mount, Universal AC Power Supply, 4-Pin XLR Power Cable
Optional Accessories
• 256GB / 512GB SSD Media, DC to DC Converter (Input: 20 to 32V, Output: 12V @ 4A), 56 Wh Battery and Charger, Sun Shade, Remote Control, D-Tap Power Cable
Notes
• 1080p50/60 data striped across both drives; 4:4:4 only supported in 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97 and 2048x1080p23.98/24; DPX file format support planned in future firmware
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