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At NAB 2014, Convergent Design debuted several new accessories for the Odyssey7Q. These are a fitted shipping case, a collapsible hood and a multi-function stand. Watch the video to learn all about them and how they can be used together. - See more at...

Hey guys, Just posted a fairly comprehensive video showing the interactive functionality between the Odyssey7Q and the FS700. The video includes all of the expanded functionality up through the latest firmware release. Might include some things you didn't realize were in there...

After 130 pages, I figure this is a good time to start a new thread. Today we release a patch firmware update, firmware 1.11.100. There are a few new functions, some improvements of old functions, and a number of fixes to various issues. Highlights of the firmware update include: New...

A number of nice images have been posted on this forum showing how well the Odyssey7Q performs in delivering quality HD images out of the FS700 utilizing the 4K RAW signal. But Philip always seems to have a way of cutting through things and demonstrating in a very effective manner. Here he...

One great feature of the Odyssey7Q is the high quality monitor in a slim, lightweight package that can be run off a small battery. Another unique feature is its ability to show multiple HD camera signals at once using the Multi-Stream viewing function. Now these two aspects of the Odyssey7Q...

Not just for FS700, really for any HD cameras. Two new videos on our website to introduce everyone to Multi-Stream monitoring, a special mode of the Odyssey7Q which is included in the monitor/recorder at no additional cost. Introduction to Multi-Stream The Odyssey7Q is an excellent monitor...

(Colorado Springs, CO) Convergent Design’s Odyssey7Q is the most capable portable monitor/recorder on the market. It can capture and display the signals from more camera systems than any other product. That capability will soon be increased even more as we announce that recording of the 4K...

I'm teaching my Secrets of Optics class at AbelCine LA this Thursday evening. Still some seats available. Haven't brought this one back for some time and don't know when I'll have a chance to teach it again. I try to teach the how & why to understand what is going on in optics and how to look...

Don't think I posted this here before. I'll be presenting at an Odyssey event TONIGHT ( Monday, Feb. 10) at AbelCine LA from 6-9pm. There was talk of this Livestreaming as well but I don't see it mentioned on their webpage. You can look for it at the appropriate time on Livestream. Or if...

Just wanted to note that with the addition of the YAGH accessory base to the GH4, the Odyssey7Q will be able to record 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 video in a high quality "popular codec".

I'll be presenting the latest on the Odyssey7Q & 7 on Monday, February 10, from 6-9pm at AbelCine LA. There will be several units on display with various cameras and rigging so that attendees can get some hands-on time and all their questions answered. This is a free event but seating is...

We have a new accesory for the Odyssey7Q that enables a killer new use. Multi-Stream Viewing is included at no added cost on the Oyssey7Q. Mount on a pair of Teradek Bolt wireless video receivers and you have a two-camera Director's Monitor in the palm of your hand. Shot a quick video on my...

Below are the changes we are expecting to release in our February 2014 firmware update. Some features may be added or dropped as we approach release, but we have high confidence in this list. Also note that the Popular Compressed Codec is subject to manufacturer's certification. Please note...

Convergent Design is proud to announce that our products were used in the production of numerous Oscar-nominated productions. Three Best Picture nominees and one Best Cinematography nominee utilized the Gemini 4:4:4 monitor/recorder. Congratulations go out to: Best Picture nominees Captain...

I generally like to talk about feature set rather than price, but there's an interesting window of opportunity that has not been promoted and will quickly close so I thought I'd share. Effective January 1, Canon has slashed the price of the C500 by about 1/3, to $19,999. They knocked down the...

Some people have wondered why it seems hard to pull our SSDs out of the Odyssey7Q. We did it on purpose so that they'll never come loose while shooting, even from a bouncy car rig or vibration-riddled helicopter. Watch the video to see how the latch works and two easy on the fingers ways to...

We've started a blog on the Convergent Design website. I'll be posting videos, white papers, technical descriptions, shooting tips and other information. Subscribe today! http://www.convergent-design.com/Support/Blog.aspx

I shot an overview of the available power options for the Odyssey7 & Odyssey7Q. Both from Convergent Design and 3rd party manufacturers. http://www.convergent-design.com/Support/Videos/VideoPlayer/TabId/209/VideoId/9/Odyssey-Power-Options.aspx

I'll be demoing the Odyssey7Q at the Vistek "Lights. Camera. Action." event & workshop this Thur. & Frid. the 12 & 13 at Pinewood Toronto Studios. If you're in the area come see the Odyssey7Q first hand working with a Sony FS700R shooting RAW...

This took a little longer for me to get out then I'd planned. This link is to the VIDEOS page of our website. Today we put up my three-part overview of the Odyssey7Q, Getting Started, Lower Tool Bar (Monitor Controls), Upper Tool bar (Recording Controls). 35 minutes of nerdism for y'all to...