EIZO COLOREDGE PROMINENCE CG3146 4K HDR MONITOR

EIZO CG3146 ColorEdge PROMINENCE 4K HDR Reference Monitor

• 31,1" Dual Layer IPS (Wide Gamut, 10 Bit) HDR panel
• 4096 x 2160 (4K DCI)
• 1000000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 1000 cd/m² Brightness
• Built-In Calibration Sensor
• 99% DCI-P3 Color
• HDMI signals with 10-bit 4:2:2 at 50/60p
• DisplayPort signals with up to 10-bit 4:4:4 at 50/60p

HDR reference technology

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 reference monitor means professionals in the television and film industry can rest assured that the image they see is 100% accurate. All monitors are calibrated at EIZO’s own factory in Japan, which means that each and every monitor provides an accurate display of images and is ideally suited for post-production work. This factory calibration includes the commonly used SDR and HDR standards. BT.2020, BT.709, DCI P3, PQ_BT.2100, PQ_DCI P3 and HLG_BT.2100 are among the available reference modes for calibration.
The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 from EIZO displays true HDR in reference quality without automatic brightness limitation or local dimming. This guarantees that each pixel has the correct color and brightness.

Gamma curves

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 supports both of the gamma curves for HDR video: the HLG curve (Hybrid Log Gamma) and the PQ curve (Perceptual Quantization). Both are precisely calibrated to reference class 1 level. The HLG curve is compatible with SRD displays, making it suitable for live TV broadcasts, for example.
The PQ curve is closer to the color and brightness perception of the human eye and is often used for films, streaming and other video content. Both gamma curves were defined as standards by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) published as the ITU-R Recommendation BT.2100. The PQ curve is also known as the ST-2084 standard for the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE).

High brightness and impressive contrast

At 1000 cd/m2, the ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 achieves the high brightness necessary to display HDR content. It displays deep black tones with a typical contrast ratio of 1000000:1. All code values of HDR-HLG or HDR-PQ brightness levels are reliably reproduced on the monitor at reference class 1 level.

DCI 4K resolution

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 supports DCI 4K resolution (4096 × 2160), making it ideal for creating, editing and referencing with 2D and 3D CGI, VFX projects, compositing and color grading.

Video compatibility

The monitor supports different video formats, such as HDMI signals with 10-bit 4:2:2 at 50/60p. It supports DisplayPort signals with up to 10-bit 4:4:4 at 50/60p.

SDI ports

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 is equipped with a single-link 12G/6G/3G/HD SD and dual- or quad-link 3G/HD SDI ports that enable you to use 4K video signals. The SDI ports support the 2SI process (2 Sample Interleave), which ensures that the image consistently remains stable during transmission. VPID data (Video Payload ID) for SDI ports are also supported.

Flexible connection options

The CG3146 offers flexibility in connection options for a wide variety of other video equipment and computers thanks to an HDMI and a DisplayPort input, which are easily accessible on the side of the monitor. There are also four downstream USB ports and one upstream USB port.

Integrated measurement sensor for automated workflows

A reference monitor always needs to be precisely configured in terms of white balance, color and EOTF. The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 is the world’s first HDR reference monitor that is equipped with a built-in measurement sensor that automatically recalibrates the monitor to the reference class level.
Each individual built-in sensor is correlated at the factory with a precision lab measurement sensor and calibrated to ‘its’ monitor in order to provide the exact measurement result.
In addition, the sensor can be correlated to other measurement sensors that are used in existing user workflows. Thanks to the built-in measurement sensor, there is no longer a need for third-party calibration equipment. This simplifies quality control and the user can concentrate on the creative process. The calibration settings are saved directly in the monitor so that it does not have to be recalibrated when it is connected to another computer.

Effortless quality control

The built-in measurement sensor can be configured to automatically recalibrate the monitor at predefined times. For example, you can choose a time at night or the weekend to prevent interruptions while users are at work. This ensures consistently accurate color representation on the monitor. The monitor warms up automatically, the measurement sensor is folded out and the recalibration is performed, even if the computer or other source is switched off.

ColorNavigator color management software

EIZO ColorNavigator is the calibration and quality control software for color management workflow monitors in the ColorEdge series. The proprietary software simplifies the recalibration process and produces reliable results for color-accurate display.

Wide gamut

The wide gamut reproduces 99% of the DCI P3 standard that is typically used in post-production, which displays colors true to the original source data.

10-bit display

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 offers 10-bit display based on a 24-bit look-up-table (LUT), which can display more than one billion colors. This results in finer gradations and a lower color distance (delta E) between adjacent hues.

Precise color reproduction thanks to high-resolution 3D LUT

Hues are precisely addressed in a cubic RGB table thanks to the built-in 3D LUT. The 3D LUT also improves the monitor’s additive color mixing (mixing of RGB) – a key factor for ensuring correct display of neutral grey tones.

Stable display thanks to industry-leading AI

To ensure gradations, color, brightness and other characteristics are always accurately displayed even when the ambient temperature changes, the ColorEdge CG3146 is equipped with a temperature sensor. It accurately measures the monitor’s internal temperature, while an AI (artificial intelligence) assisted correction algorithm distinguishes between different temperature change patterns and calculates a precise adjustment in real time.

Stable color reproduction in just three minutes

It takes a traditional monitor a minimum of 30 minutes for the brightness, chromaticity and tone values to stabilize, whereas the ColorEdge CG3146 only needs three minutes. It means that users know they can reliably trust the colors of the monitor within a short time after switching in on.

Digital Uniformity Equalizer

Each individual monitor panel is precisely measured over the entire surface at the EIZO factory. Any inhomogeneity’s in brightness and unnecessary color are detected and removed. This process (Digital Uniformity Equalizer) guarantees that identical colors always look the same over the entire service life of the monitor, no matter where they are displayed. Only in this way is precise image processing and retouching possible.

Calibration report

Each ColorEdge CG3146 comes with an individual calibration report that shows the measurement results of the factory calibration of the monitor. The report proves the homogeneity, gamma curve, color space coverage and white point of the monitor.

Multiple preset color modes

The OSD menu of the ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 offers quick access to the reference modes, which correspond to different playback standards. The available modes are BT.2020, BT.709, DCI P3, PQ_BT.2100, PQ_DCI P3, HLG_BT.2100, Calibration and Sync Signal.

Automatic color settings

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 offers Sync Signal functionality, which adjusts monitor settings such as signal range and color format to the video signal, offering consistent color settings during the entire production process.

Luminance warning

The brightness warning can be used to mark areas that exceed a certain brightness (300, 500, 1000 or 4000 cd/m²) when using the PQ mode. These areas are marked optionally in yellow or magenta.

Gamut warning

The Gamut warning operates in two modes: Rec. 2020 image content that can’t be displayed in the Rec. 709 gamut is displayed in grayscale. Alternatively, clipping mode is simulated in Rec. 709 to show how Rec. 2020 material would look on HDTV devices.

4K zoom

Users can quickly and easily make selections directly in the monitor menu to zoom in on various areas of the monitor image so as to assess details and sharpness.

Blue-only functionality

The CG3146 offers a blue-only functionality that can be used to check noise in the signal. A monochrome image that uses only the blue components of the input signal will be displayed.

D065 (CRT) support

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 is capable of using an offset value for white balance/color temperature that corresponds to the display on a CRT monitor.

Adjustable front dial

The CG3146 has a dial on its front bezel that can be used to customize the monitor settings to your needs, such as by assigning it to the brightness settings, making navigation quick and easy.

Flicker free

The ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 regulates the brightness for flicker-free viewing to retain color stability, for example, despite LED backlighting. This is beneficial as it alleviates strain on the user’s eyes. You can work at your screen for longer periods.

Monitor hood

The monitor hood reduces reflection and brightness on the screen and helps protect your eyes. It is easy to attach and reduces the amount of light that hits the screen from above and from the sides.

Built-in handles

You can conveniently carry or move the monitor thanks to two handles on the back of the device.

Five-year warranty

EIZO grants a five-year warranty. This is possible thanks to the highly developed production process based on a simple principle of success: sophisticated and innovative technology, made from high-end materials.

Guaranteed brightness and color reproduction

EIZO provides a brightness and color guarantee for a maximum of 10.000 hours of monitor usage time on the ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG3146 from the date of purchase. A minimum brightness of 800 cd/m2 is guaranteed at a color temperature of 6500 K.

In the Box:

• CG3146 monitor
• Monitor hood
• Screen cleaner
• Calibration report
• Signal cable HDMI – HDMI (2m)
• Signal cable DisplayPort – DisplayPort (2m)
• USB Type-A - USB Type-B cable (2 m)
• AC power cord
• Clamp for HDMI
• Manual via download
• Quick guide
• Accompanying software: ColorNavigator