Beyond Brilliance

Ignite your vision with this true HDR reference monitor featuring EIZO’s unique algorithm and award-winning built-in calibration sensor technology for exceptional 4K HDR display in the post production workflow.
The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG1 continues the legacy of EIZO’s HDR reference monitors with high performance and exceptional display characteristics, while enhancing technical functionality using EIZO’s unique algorithm to implement advanced capabilities for efficient video creation workflows.

True HDR

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG1 is a true HDR (high dynamic range) reference monitor, achieving 1000 cd/m² high brightness (typical) and 1,000,000 contrast ratio (typical) without local dimming for accurately displaying light and dark content across the entire screen.

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SIMPLE and PRECISE COLOR MANAGEMENT

Built-In Sensor to Automate Your Workflow

EIZO’s ColorEdge PROMINENCE are the world’s first true HDR reference monitors to incorporate a built-in calibration sensor to maintain color accuracy. This eliminates the need for a third-party calibration device and streamlines color management so editors can stay focused on the creative process. Calibration information is saved directly to the monitor, so you do not need to recalibrate when connecting to a different PC.

ColorNavigator 7 Color Management Software

A monitor needs to be calibrated at regular intervals to maintain color accuracy. EIZO’s proprietary ColorNavigator 7 software provides an intuitive and highly precise solution to color management. It allows you to schedule automatic recalibration, calibrate all color modes simultaneously, and conduct correlation with external sensors to match the studio’s internal color management framework. Calibration information is saved to the monitor instead of the operating system so users do not have to recalibrate even when using a different PC.

Additionally, EIZO’s ColorNavigator API is available for software developers and system managers to integrate ColorNavigator 7 functions into third-party applications, such as those used for video editing, color grading, proofing systems, digital graphics, and even remote control. This allows developers to use the API to improve operations throughout the workflow.

ColorNavigator Network Color Management Software

ColorNavigator Network provides centralized quality control (QC) of ColorEdge monitors for studios, printing houses, and other enterprises with multiple creators and editors who work on shared projects. With NetAgent or ColorNavigator 7 installed on the workstation, administrators can manage multiple ColorEdge monitors via web browser enabling quality control even from remote locations. ColorNavigator Network is hosted on a secure cloud server to free you from the initial investment and running costs of providing your own server.

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COLOR PRECISION

Vivid Colors Reproduced to Industry Standards

The CG1’s wide color gamut reproduces 100% of the DCI-P3 standard used in post production for exceptionally faithful reproduction of color.

3D LUT for Accurate Color Display

The CG1 is equipped with a 3D LUT (look-up table) that enables individual color adjustment on an RGB cubic table. Additionally, ColorNavigator 7 can create emulation data from a 3D-LUT file to exhibit the look of a motion picture film.

Japan patent no. 4808588

10-bit Simultaneous Display

The CG1 offers 10-bit simultaneous display* from a 24-bit look-up table (LUT), which means it can display more than one billion colors simultaneously. This is 64 times more colors than an 8-bit display, for smooth color gradations and reduced Delta-E between two adjacent colors.

*A graphics board and software which support 10-bit output are also necessary for 10-bit display. Equipment that supports DeepColor is required for 10-bit display when connected via HDMI.

4K HDR Editing and Mastering

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG1 is a true HDR (high dynamic range) reference monitor, achieving 1000 cd/m² high brightness (typical) and 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) without local dimming for accurately displaying light and dark content across the entire screen.

DCI 4K Resolution Across a 30.5-inch Screen

The CG1 displays at DCI 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) which is more than four times that of Full HD (1920 x 1080). This makes it an optimal solution for creating, editing, and referencing 2D and 3D CGI, VFX, compositing, and color grading.

 

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Functions for Editing in 4K

Preset Color Modes for Post Production

The CG1 provides convenient access to a wide variety of display modes that reproduce the color gamut and gamma (EOTF) defined by video production standards such as DCI-P3 and BT.2020. The color mode can easily be changed by using the buttons on the front of the monitor to navigate the list of preset options. This provides straightforward color management for each project, including SDR / HDR projects.

4K Zoom

The 4K zoom function allows users to enlarge areas of the screen to check fine details and accuracy of the focus in the scene. This function is quickly and easily accessible using the monitor’s front buttons.

BT.709 Out-of-Gamut Warning

The CG1 includes a Gamut Warning mode that indicates areas of a BT.2020 image that cannot be reproduced in the BT.709 color space, which is the standard for Full HD broadcasts, by displaying them in shades of gray. An additional mode called BT.709 Clipping allows the editor to view BT.2020 images within the BT.709 color space, simulating how it would look in an HDTV environment.

HDR Gamma Curves

HLG and PQ Curve

The CG1 supports the hybrid log-gamma (HLG) transfer function for broadcasting and the perceptual quantization (PQ) curve for the production of films and streamed content. Both methods are gamma* (EOTF) compatible and were standardized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) as ITU-R BT.2100. The PQ curve was standardized by the Society of Motion Picture Television engineers (SMPTE) as ST-2084.

*Gamma is a value which indicates input/output characterstics.

Check PQ Contents at Any Brightness Level

The CG1 offers an optional PQ gamma curve (EOTF) function that allows the input signal to be clipped or compressed to fit within the luminance value of the monitor. This allows users to simulate how the signal will appear in other display environments. The Auto setting under PQ Option menu automatically adjusts the PQ curve according to the monitor’s current brightness.

PQ Clipping The brightness curve follows the PQ gamma curve up to a specified brightness level and becomes saturated for all gradations above that point. This allows the accurate display of gradations corresponding to the set brightness level, making it useful for checking coloration in low-toned areas.

PQ Emulation The PQ gamma curve with a peak brightness higher than what the monitor can display is compressed to fit within the luminance value of the monitor. This allows any gradation from 0 – 1023 to be displayed at the specified brightness level to check the overall balance of gradation in the content.

Markers for Information Overlay

Various markers can be placed to ensure that content, such as text or graphics, is properly positioned on the screen. The Center Marker allows users to easily mark the exact center of the screen. The Safe Area Marker marks an area of the screen within which captions or other information will appear to ensure they are visible during broadcast. Users can specify the position and size of the markers to suit their project.

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Uniformity from Across the screen

LCD monitors commonly exhibit fluctuations in brightness and chromaticity across the screen, affecting color accuracy. To counter this, ColorEdge monitors are equipped with EIZO’s patented digital uniformity equalizer (DUE) technology which corrects deviations in every tone across the screen to ensure stable display.

Stable Color in Just 3 Minutes

A typical monitor takes 30 minutes or more for its brightness, chromaticity, and tone characteristics to stabilize. The CG1 takes a mere 3* minutes so you get reliable color display soon after turning the monitor on.

Stable Display Using Industry-First AI

The color and brightness of an LCD monitor can shift due to changes in ambient temperature. ColorEdge CG Series monitors are equipped with a temperature sensor that measures the temperature inside the monitor and estimates the ambient room temperature. Using this technology, the monitor adjusts in real time to maintain accurate gradation, color, brightness, and other characteristics.

In addition, the CG1 uses AI (Artificial Intelligence)* in its estimation algorithm to detect and distinguish patterns in temperature changes for more precise calculations to ensure stable and accurate display

*Patent no. 6723964

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Advanced Connectivity

FRL Support for High-Speed Transmission

The CG1 supports Fixed Rate Link (FRL), the latest signal technology supported in the latest HDMI specification. FRL is required to receive 12-bit signals, handle higher uncompressed high-resolution data, such as 4K, and take advantage of high-speed bandwidths for compressed video transport over an HDMI connection. The monitor comes bundled with an Ultra High-Speed HDMI cable for reliable 4K performance.

SDI Connectivity

The CG1 is equipped with two Single-Link 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI and Dual- or Quad-Link 3G/HD-SDI connections for seamless transmission of 4K video data. The SDI connections support two sample interleave (2SI) to ensure the picture is maintained during transmission. Users can set any camera log using ColorNavigator 7 to view the camera log video on the monitor during filming.

Flexible Connection

HDMI^® and DisplayPort^TM  connectors are conveniently located on the side of the monitor for flexible connection to a variety of video devices. Three USB downstream ports and two USB upstream ports are also equipped. The CG1’s HDMI connection supports up to DCI 4K at 60Hz 4:4:4 12-bit. The DisplayPort connection supports up to DCI-4K at 60Hz 4:4:4 10-bit.

SMPTE ST 2110 Standard Support for IP Environments

The CG1 is equipped with two 25GbE SFP28 connectors, supporting the SMPTE ST 2110 Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks suite of standards for handling uncompressed video sent over IP networks. This allows the monitor to be integrated into production environments using IP to facilitate efficient post production video workflows.

CG1 does not support ST 2110 audio or compressed video transmission.

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COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

5-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty

ColorEdge monitors are backed by a manufacturer’s 5-year warranty that covers all components including the LCD panel. EIZO manufactures its products at its own factories to allow close control over production quality and ensure each monitor is built to last.

The brightness and color of the CG1 is warranted for up to 10,000 hours from the date of purchase. When used at a color temperature of 6500K, a brightness level of at least 800 cd/m² is warranted.

Zero Bright Pixels

EIZO guarantees its ColorEdge monitors will be free from bright sub-pixels for six months from the date of purchase.

 

Usage time is limited to 30,000 hours (10,000 hours for the LCD panel)