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Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16

Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16

Technical Specifications

Description

Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16 is an advanced 8mm HD and 16mm Ultra HD film scanner with optics specifically designed for higher resolution capture of smaller format film. Includes capstan based transport for delicate archive film, new light source for higher speed realtime HDR, powerful film restoration tools with DaVinci Resolve and scanning via Thunderbolt to Mac and Windows computers.

Price

$35,255

Scanner Features

Film Stocks

Print, Negative, Interpositive, Internegative.

Mono and Color.

Film Gauges

16mm, Super 16mm

8mm, Super 8mm

Native Resolution

4096 x 3072

Effective Resolutions

2966 x 1781 - Super 16

2464 x 1798 - Standard 16

1390 x 994 - Super 8

1172 x 884 - Standard 8

HDMI Formats

3840 x 2160 Ultra HD

1920 x 1080 HD

(auto selected to match monitor resolution)

Dynamic Range

Normal Scans: 12 stops

HDR Scans: up to 3.5 additional stops

Audio

Extraction from scanned image.

Transport Type

Rubber Capstan.

Dirt and Scratch Reduction

Diffuse light source. Cleaning rollers.

Mounting Options

Desk Mount. Wall Mount.

Transport Features

Continuous Motion

Run speed:

1 - 30 fps

Shuttle:

1 - 150 fps (16mm)

1 - 200 fps (8mm)

Acceleration

10 - 60 fps/s

Film Shrinkage Tolerance

Up to 2% guaranteed, more may be possible if user care is taken.

Capacity

2000 ft

Connections

HDMI Video Output

1 x HDMI 1.4 10-bit 4:2:2 for preview purposes only.

Computer Interface

Thunderbolt™ 3 for capture of image and audio, software updates and supports USB-C charging with 15W at 5V.

PCI Express 4 lane generation 2.

Bi-phase/Timecode Output

XLR3 Bi-phase: 4.5 Volt DC coupled.

Timecode: 1.5 Volt DC coupled with support for 24, 25 and 30 fps.

Analog Audio Inputs

2 Channels of professional balanced analog audio with sample rate converter via XLR connectors with 10dBV levels.

AES/EBU Audio Input

1 Channel with sample rate converter on XLR connector.

Options Interface

XLR6

Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16

Operating Systems

Cintel requires Desktop Video installed on the host computer to operate. Scanning can be controlled though DaVinci Resolve or through third party software using the Cintel SDK.

Mac 13.0 Ventura,
Mac 14.0 Sequoia ,or later.

Windows 10, 64-bit.
Windows 11.

Linux

Accessories

Cintel Scanner 16mm Gate HDR

Cintel Scanner 8mm Gate HDR

Cintel Audio and KeyKode Reader

Cintel Cleaning Roller Kit

Blackmagic PCI Express Cable Kit

* Capstan models only including C-Drive, G3 and G3 HDR+

Power Requirements

Voltage Range

100 - 240V AC.

Power

200W

Physical Specifications

Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16

Ideal Film Conditions

Operating Temperature

18 to 28°C (64.4º to 82.4º F).

Relative Humidity

Maximum 65% non-condensing.

What's Included

Cintel Scanner G3 HDR+ 8/16

Desk Stand

8 x 1mm Reel Spacers + 16mm Packer kit

Cintel Scanner 16mm HDR Gate

Cintel Scanner 8mm HDR Gate

DaVinci Resolve Studio Dongle

Welcome wallet with QR code for software download

Warranty

1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.