Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q 7.7″ Monitor
The Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q is a 7.7-inch OLED touchscreen monitor and recorder, featuring 1280×800 resolution, 3400:1 contrast, and true blacks. It records up to 4K/UHD in Apple ProRes 422 HQ and supports RAW recording for various cameras, using proprietary 2.5″ SSDs. The unit provides extensive monitoring tools, including waveform, vectorscope, and 3D LUTs.
- Display: 7.7″ OLED panel providing vivid colors and high contrast (3400:1).
- Recording Formats: Records Apple ProRes 422 HQ (up to 1080p30), uncompressed DPX, and various compressed codecs. It also supports 4K/UHD recording.
- RAW Support: Supports raw recording for cameras like Sony FS7/FS700, Canon C500/C300 Mark II, and ARRI Alexa (some RAW options require paid licenses).
- Inputs/Outputs: Features 2x 3G-SDI inputs, 2x 3G-SDI outputs, and 2x bi-directional 3G-SDI ports. The Odyssey 7Q+ model adds HDMI input support for 4K.
- Media: Uses two 2.5″ Convergent Design SSD slots for high-speed recording and media spanning.
I/O
| Port Type | Connector | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Power Input | Neutrik 3-pin (NSC3F) | 6.5–34 VDC; 8–15W typical draw (up to 24W max). |
| SDI Inputs | 2x Full-size BNC | Dedicated 3G-SDI inputs (SDI A and SDI B). |
| SDI I/O | 2x Full-size BNC | Bi-directional 3G-SDI ports (switchable via menu). |
| SDI Outputs | 2x Full-size BNC | Dedicated 3G-SDI outputs. |
| HDMI Input | 1x HDMI 1.4a | Supports up to 1080p30 (Original 7Q) or 4K/UHD (7Q+). |
| HDMI Output | 1x HDMI 1.4a | Always active cross-conversion output. |
| Timecode | 1x Full-size BNC | LTC Input/Output port. |
| Analog Audio In | 3.5mm Mini-jack | 2-channel unbalanced line-level input (-10dB). |
| Audio Out | 3.5mm Mini-jack | Stereo headphone output. |
| Data/Service | Micro-USB | For firmware updates and service only. |
Video Format
| Resolution | SDI Support | HDMI Support |
|---|---|---|
| 4K / UHD | 4096×2160 / 3840×2160 up to 30p (or 60p RAW) | Up to 4K 24p / UHD 30p (7Q+ only) |
| 2K / 1080p | 2048×1080 / 1920×1080 up to 60p (120p in DNxHD) | Up to 1080p 60fps |
| 1080i | 1080i 50/60 | 1080i 50/60 |
| 720p | 720p 50/60 | 720p 50/60 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit YCC 4:2:2 or 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 | 8-bit or 10-bit 4:2:2 |
| RAW Formats | ARRIRAW, Canon RAW, Sony FS RAW (license req.) | N/A (Standard Video Only) |
