Direct and control the image quality of your next film or broadcast production with the 17.3" 4K/8K 12G-SDI Studio Monitor from SWIT, thanks to its 3840 x 2160 LCD panel display with video assist and multiview functions. The screen has a 178° viewing angle, 800:1 contrast ratio, and 300 cd/m²: of brightness. One HDMI 2.0 input and four SDI inputs and outputs can support 4K or 8K video in single-link, quad-link, and mixed inputs multiview. One input source can be copied to four windows to display different HDR/SDR and color gamut simultaneously for easy comparison.

Payload ID identifies the input video's HDR/SDR EOTFs, color gamut, input range, color space, and color depth automatically. The monitor supports the upload of 3D LUTs via a USB Type-A port for consistent color correction. Other video assist functions like focus assist, vectors, and eye pattern increase the efficiency of your image quality observation. Control over the monitor can be achieved via the RS-485 input with IP control or using the front panel buttons. Both an AC and a DC input can provide power to the device or with your choice of a V-mount or Gold mount battery plate. An included power cable, desktop stand, and rack ears make setup on your next soundstage, or integration into a rackmount system, quick and efficient.

17.3", 3840 x 2160 LCD Panel    Quad-Link, Single-Link, Multiview    SDI, HDMI, and SFP Inputs    Supports UHD 4K and 8K Resolutions    178° Viewing Angle, 800:1 Contrast    300 cd/m² Brightness    Supports HDR and 3D LUTs    Multiple Video Assist Functions    Control via RS-485    Choose V-Mount or Gold Mount Plate

• Maximum 16-channel embedded audio meters display; select any two to monitor via speaker
• Supports Lissajous figures and 5.1+2 surround sound patterns
• Zero-latency mode under 4K input sources for special image processing mode for lip sync monitoring
• Built-in eye pattern to check input video transmission quality
• Users can select between V-mount or Gold mount battery plate

• Quad-link 4K/8K supports quad mode and 2SI interleave mode
• Single-link 4K input via 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, or 12G-SDI via SFP
• Quad-link via four 3G-SDI 4K or four 12G-SDI 8K inputs
• Input four independent 4K video to multiview
• Supports 12G-SDI, 6G-SDI, 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and HDMI 2.0, 1.4, 1.3 mixed-format inputs
• Waveform, vector, audio meters, EOTF, and color gamut selection for each input

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you use the sfp for video over fiber?

A: Yes, the Lilliput Q17 17.3" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR Monitor has an optical fiber input for video. Please add the optional SFP below: Lilliput 12 Gb/s Video SFP+ Optical Transmitter BH #LI12GSFPLCTX https://bhpho.to/3Z7aQ9P

Q: 2. Can you use a standard BNC cable with this monitor in all of the inputs?

A: No, the unit offers the following in and out inputs. 2 x BNC (12G-SDI) Input 2 x BNC (3G-SDI) Input 3 x HDMI Type A (HDMI 2.0) Input 2 x BNC (12G-SDI) Loop Output 2 x BNC (3G-SDI) Loop Output 1 x HDMI Type A (HDMI 2.0) Loop Output

Q: 3. Can you mount this to a rolling stand?

A: Yes, the Lilliput Q17 17.3" 12G-SDI/HDMI HDR Monitor (Gold Mount) has VESA patterns on the back that can be adapted to an adapter to be attached to a wheeled rolling stand.

Q: 4. Since I see no user reviews... how is the overall image quality of this monitor for both full screen as well as the twin or quad display?

A: This monitor's image quality and color accuracy are very good whether it's used full screen or twin/quad display.

Q: 5. Is there a v-mount version of this monitor?

A: Although the image for this monitor clearly shows a v-mount plate on the back of it, we do not yet have a listing for a v-mount version as of this writing.

Q: 6. Isn't 400 cd/m brightness unusually low for a broadcast monitor? Most SmallHDs are 1500 cd/m and above.

A: The Lilliput Q18 17.3" 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor (V-Mount) is meant to be used indoors in a light controlled environment. It is not for use in the field.

Q: 7. Does this support 6k Display SDI?

A: Yes, the Lilliput Q13-8K 13.3" 8K 12G-SDI Studio / Broadcast Monitor will also be able to work with 6k resolution content.

Q: 8. Is it a 10bit monitor?

A: The manufacturer, Lilliput, does not specify this information regarding the bit depth of the display.

Q: 9. The quad view stock photo shows a description overlay (CAM 1, CAM2....) for each quadrant. How do I get the monitor to do this?

A: Lilliput says to use the Remote Terminal software to control the monitor UMD function, such as turn ON/OFF UMD, color and UMD data for the Lilliput Q18 17.3" 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor with Carrying Case (Gold Mount).

Q: 10. does the q17 rack mount ears fit the q18 as well?

A: The Lilliput Q18 17.3" 12G-SDI/HDMI Broadcast Studio Monitor with Carrying Case (Gold Mount) fits the Q18 rack mount ears.