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Lilliput 15.6″ 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor with Carry Case – High-Quality, Versatile 4K Display for Professional Use
The Lilliput 15.6″ 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor with Carry Case is an advanced 15.6″ native UHD 4K display that serves as a versatile and reliable tool for broadcast and production professionals. Designed to excel in both studio and field environments, this monitor brings exceptional resolution, robust connectivity, and essential calibration features to ensure every visual detail is displayed with precision and accuracy.
Core Features and Overview:
- Native UHD 4K Display for Immersive Image Quality
- Ultra-High Resolution with DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) Support: The monitor delivers stunning UHD 4K resolution, offering 3840 x 2160 pixels of crisp detail that is essential for video production, color grading, and on-set monitoring. Additionally, it supports DCI 4K (4096 x 2160), making it well-suited for cinematic applications and high-end broadcast production. This ultra-high resolution ensures professionals can assess every detail, color nuance, and exposure, allowing for a seamless workflow from recording to final output.
- IPS Panel for Wide Viewing Angles: The IPS (In-Plane Switching) technology provides a 170° viewing angle, ensuring that the image remains clear and color-accurate from various perspectives. This is essential in collaborative settings where multiple users need to view the monitor simultaneously, allowing everyone to see a consistent image without color distortion.
- Extensive Connectivity for Seamless Workflow Integration
- HDMI 2.0 Input for Full 4K Compatibility: The HDMI 2.0 input supports 4K video, ensuring the monitor can handle high-definition sources from professional video equipment, such as 4K cameras, media players, and switchers. This enables the monitor to fit into a variety of video production workflows, whether in a studio or on location.
- Multiple SDI Inputs (12G and 3G) for Versatile Configurations: Equipped with four SDI inputs (two 12G-SDI and two 3G-SDI), the monitor supports single, dual, and quad-link SDI configurations, allowing for diverse connection setups. This flexibility is particularly useful in broadcast environments, where multi-camera feeds and complex routing systems are common.
- Loop-Through HDMI and SDI Outputs for Signal Extension: The HDMI and SDI loop-through outputs allow users to send the video signal downstream to additional monitors, recorders, or switchers. This feature is invaluable for live production scenarios, enabling real-time monitoring across multiple devices and ensuring that all team members have access to the same feed.
- Precision Color Calibration and HDR Support for Optimal Image Quality
- LightSpace CMS Compatibility for Professional Calibration: The monitor supports the PRO/LTE version of LightSpace CMS (not included), enabling professional color calibration for accurate and consistent color representation. This feature is essential for production workflows that require precise color matching across different displays, ensuring that color grading is consistent from capture to final edit.
- Built-In 3D LUTs and Custom LUT Import for Flexible Color Management: Users can select from 17 preloaded 3D LUTs, providing quick access to commonly used color profiles, while six additional custom LUTs can be imported via USB for personalized color adjustments. This flexibility in color management allows for a tailored viewing experience based on the specific requirements of each project, making it easier to achieve the desired color and tone.
- HDR Support with Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG): HDR (High Dynamic Range) support, including HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma), provides an expanded dynamic range, capturing intricate details in both highlights and shadows. This feature is particularly useful for high-contrast scenes, enabling users to achieve a lifelike and visually immersive experience that retains detail across the full range of exposure.
- Audio Monitoring for Comprehensive Production Control
- Embedded Audio Playback through Built-In Speakers: The monitor’s embedded audio capabilities allow sound to be played directly from HDMI and SDI sources through the integrated speakers, providing an immediate audio monitoring solution for both field and studio use. This feature is beneficial in on-location shoots where external audio equipment may not be available.
- Private Audio Monitoring with 3.5mm Headphone Jack: For more focused audio monitoring, a 3.5mm headphone jack is included, allowing users to listen to the audio feed without interference. This feature is essential in noisy production environments, providing a dedicated audio feed for accurate sound monitoring and ensuring sync with video.
- High-Quality Audio Support at 24-bit, 48 kHz: The monitor supports high-fidelity audio, providing professional-grade sound quality. This level of audio support ensures that sound is monitored accurately and in sync with the video, meeting the standards required in professional broadcasting and film production.
- Flexible Power Options for Field and Studio Use
- Gold Mount Battery Plate for Extended Field Operation: The Gold mount battery plate allows for extended battery-powered operation, making the monitor ideal for field production where a direct power source may not be available. This feature provides flexibility for remote shoots, offering longer runtimes and reducing the need for frequent battery changes.
- 4-Pin XLR DC Input for Stable Studio Power: In studio settings, the monitor can be powered through the 4-pin XLR DC input, ensuring stable operation for long production sessions. This dual power option allows users to switch seamlessly between field and studio environments, enhancing versatility and usability across different production setups.
- Mounting Options for Desktop and Field: The monitor includes a mounting bracket for desktop setups and a VESA-compatible plate, allowing it to be mounted on stands or arms in both studio and field applications. This flexibility ensures the monitor can be positioned to meet the needs of various workflows, whether stationary in a studio or portable on set.
- Advanced Display Tools for Professional Image Analysis
- Automatic Video Scaling for All Input Resolutions: The monitor automatically scales input video to fit its native 3840 x 2160 resolution, ensuring proportional rendering without manual adjustments. This capability is especially beneficial when switching between different source resolutions, enabling seamless transitions without compromising image quality.
- Professional Display Tools for Enhanced Visual Control: Equipped with features like focus peaking, false color, and check field, the monitor offers essential tools for ensuring image quality. Focus peaking highlights in-focus areas for precise focusing, false color assists with exposure assessment, and check field verifies color and luminance accuracy, helping operators make informed adjustments on set.
- Customizable Aspect Ratios and On-Screen Markers: The monitor’s adjustable aspect ratios and screen markers allow users to set custom framing, ensuring accurate composition according to project specifications. This flexibility makes the monitor suitable for various types of content, from traditional broadcast to digital and cinematic formats.
- Portable and Durable Design for Reliable Field Use
- Protective Carry Case for Safe Transport: The monitor comes with a durable carry case that protects it during transportation and storage. This rugged case shields the monitor from dust, impacts, and environmental hazards, making it an excellent choice for professionals who frequently travel or work in demanding field conditions.
- Sun Hood for Outdoor Viewing in Bright Environments: To enhance visibility in bright conditions, a sun hood is included, minimizing glare and allowing clear viewing in direct sunlight. This feature ensures that the monitor remains usable in a variety of lighting conditions, from controlled indoor setups to unpredictable outdoor locations.
- Built to Withstand Rigorous Production Environments: Constructed for durability, the monitor is designed to perform reliably in both studio and field applications. Its sturdy build and dependable performance make it a trusted choice for high-stakes production environments, where consistent quality is essential.
- Ideal for Broadcast, Film Production, and Post-Production Applications
- Perfect for On-Set Monitoring and Color Grading: The Q24’s high-resolution 4K display, extensive color calibration options, and HDR support make it an ideal tool for on-set monitoring and color grading. Professionals can rely on its precise color and detail rendering, providing the consistency needed throughout the production process.
- Effective for Editing and Visual Effects: With support for LightSpace CMS, adjustable color spaces, and HDR capabilities, the monitor is ideal for post-production, including editing and visual effects workflows. Its accurate color reproduction and dynamic range capabilities allow editors and VFX artists to make critical adjustments with confidence.
- Optimized for Multi-Camera Broadcast and Live Production Setups: The Q24’s comprehensive connectivity options, loop-through outputs, and high-quality display tools make it valuable for multi-camera and live production setups. These features provide production teams with a powerful, flexible solution for managing and monitoring video feeds in real-time, making it well-suited to complex broadcast environments and live events.
The Lilliput 15.6″ 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor with Carry Case provides an all-in-one solution for professionals seeking high-resolution, versatile monitoring capabilities. Its native 4K resolution, robust color calibration, and rugged portability make it suitable for both field and studio applications, supporting the needs of broadcast, film, and post-production teams. Whether used for on-set monitoring, color grading, or multi-source live production, this monitor ensures reliable, high-quality performance across diverse production environments.
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