Gemini 4:4:4
The Gemini 4:4:4 is a professional, high-definition video recorder that fits in the palm of your hand. Gemini 4:4:4 functions as a high-quality monitor, a recorder, and a playback device.
As a recorder, Gemini 4:4:4 records in the ultimate highest quality possible—uncompressed, which can easily be incorporated into virtually any workflow using your favorite CODEC. Gemini 4:4:4 is also capable of recording, combining, and playing back 3D video (with paid upgrade).
Gemini 4:4:4 records to specially certified and tested 1.8” solid-state hard drives that can be purchased from Convergent Design through your local dealer.
Feature | Specification |
Video I/O Ports | Four SDI ports: 2-In (HD-SDI Single Link/Dual Link/3G), 2-Out (HD-SDI Single Link/Dual Link), HDMI-Out |
Video Standards | HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M; HD-SDI 3G, SMPTE 424M; HD-SDI Dual-Link, SMPTE 372M |
Video Formats | |
REC 709 | RGB 444 / YCC 422 1080p up to 60fps |
ARRIRAW* | ARRI Alexa: 16:9 (2880×1620) up to 60fps |
Record Options | |
Compressed | Avid DNxHD support (QT) for 1080p YCC 422 up to 30fps (3rd Qtr 2012 Release) |
Uncompressed | 1080p 10-Bit RGB 444 up to 60fps (DPX) with TC and metadata, audio recorded as wav file |
RAW Formats | ARRIRAW |
Multi-Stream (x2) | Parallel recording of two RGB 444 Streams up to 1080p30 (with 3D Option) |
Live Preview / Playback | |
Single Stream | Real time decompressed / debayered output with / without LUT applied |
Stereo 3D* | Individual output of each stream or combined streams: Side by Side, Line by Line, Anaglyph, 50/50 Composite |
Log Viewing LUTs | Support for S-Log, Log-C with user programmable 1D LUTs |
Playback Control | Play, Rewind, Fast-Forward, Pause, and Step Control |
Metadata | Reel Number, Scene Number, Take Number and Project Name |
Media | Two Slots for 1.8″ Solid State Drives (SSD), 256GB / 512GB sizes |
Transfer Station | 1.8″ SSD Transfer Station compatible with Seagate GoFlex Adapters (USB 3, FW-800, Thunderbolt) |
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) |
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 |
Analog Audio I/O | 3.5 mm output jack, headphone or consumer line level |
Power Requirements | 6 to 19 Volts DC, 6 to 15 watts |
Size, Weight | 138 x 120 x 37 mm (5.4 x 4.7 x 1.45″); 612 grams (1.35 lb); Milled Aluminum Case |
Environmental | Ambient Temp: -10 to +40 ⁰C (Operating) / -20 to +70 ⁰C (Storage) |
Gemini Production Kit | Gemini 444 Recorder + SSD Transfer Station + HD-SDI cables + HDMI Cable + Hotshoe with 1/4″x20 Ball Mount + Universal AC Power Supply + 4-Pin XLR Power Cable + D-Tap Power Cable; all packaged in a Custom Fitted Hard Plastic Case |