Introducing the Pixel Cube.
The Remote-DIT station for any production.
The Pixel Cube is a revolutionary Remote-DIT station, designed to bring the expertise of a professional DIT to film productions of any size. This rugged, high-performance device seamlessly integrates into your workflow, providing camera-to-cloud data transfer and near real-time editing capabilities.
Powered by the efficient and ultra-fast Apple M2® chip, the Pixel Cube is equipped with high-speed storage, V-Mount battery support, and operates automatically without user interaction on set. Simply insert your camera card into the reader, and the Pixel Cube takes care of the rest.
As the card is inserted, the label turns orange, signaling the offloading process. Once the transfer is complete, the label turns green, indicating the card is ready to shoot again. The Pixel Cube then creates backups and sends proxy files to the cloud through its integrated dual-5G router, ensuring your data is secure and quickly accessible for post-production.
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Automated backups.
All the backups. Checksum verified. Your file structure. LTO & cloud integrated. Beautiful reports.
All automated.
It is a service.
Full workflow setup included. Our DITs monitor the process on set remotely. Anything went wrong? We are on site within the shortest possible time and take care of it.
Transcoding on board.
Proxies, dailies, editorials, rushes. You name it. It all gets uploaded right where you need it and exactly as you need it. Even with grading, sound and metadata.
From €150 per day.
Get your Remote-DIT by the hour.
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Features
Filmmaking 4.0 (or whatever you call it)
Crazy fast copying & verification
LockitNetwork Metadata
Instant dailies
Audio sync
Delivery and pickup
Edit ready proxies
Your file structure
DIT knowlege
Dual 5G internet
Raw codecs supported
Remote and on site support
Workflow setup
Quality check
Camera cards prepared by o/PARASHOOT
V-Mount battery powered
Backup internally, to shuttle drives, RAIDs and archive LTO
Best of Show at IBC 2024
Developed by
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Built on
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Specs.
Mac Mini M2
up to 24GB unified memory
up to 2TB internal storage
Media engine
FAQ
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How do I know my camera card has been successfully backed up?The integrated display on the Pixel Cube uses color to indicate the status of the backup process: orange means the process is still ongoing, while green indicates that the data has been successfully backed up and the card can be safely removed. If a card should be removed before the offload has finished, the slot will blink red. As soon as the card has been put back, the offload continues. Moreover, all backed-up cards are formatted using Parashoot’s “fake formatting” process. This process reverses the first few bytes of the backup (turning 0 into 1, and vice versa), making the card appear unreadable and prompting the camera to format the card when inserted. If this message does not appear on the camera after a backup, it would indicate an unsuccessful backup. In such cases, the Remote-DIT should be contacted, and the card should not be reused. This additional step provides extra assurance that the data has been successfully transferred and backed up and it is compatible with every camera system. The Pixel Cube can still restore data even after the fake formatting. For more information on o/Parashoot, visit Ottomatic.
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Is my footage safe?The Pixel Cube automatically creates three backups: two on the internal SSD-RAID and one on a shuttle drive. All backups are verified against the original source, such as the camera card, to ensure the data matches. Additionally, after the shoot, the Pixel Cube can be connected to an external storage medium to create a fourth backup. With a fast enough hard wired internet connection at the production office, you could even automatically upload the original footage to the cloud overnight.
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Does the Pixel Cube work without a stable internet connection?The Pixel Cube comes with its own dedicated internet connection, ensuring reliable data backups. Internally, all processes run completely automated: card offloads, proxy generation, and checksums for copied data occur without needing an internet connection. The internet is only used for uploading proxies and reports, as well as for remote monitoring by the DIT. Additionally, the Pixel Cube is compatible with Starlink (satellite internet), making it rare for there to be a situation where no internet connection is available.
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Is it necessary to book the Remote-DIT service?Yes. The Remote-DIT constantly monitors all processes, ensuring high-quality results, technical support, and a smooth workflow. Depending on the complexity of your project, we recommend adjusting the Remote-DIT’s working hours to match the production’s needs. This way, we can offer the best solution for your production.
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What does the Remote-DIT do?With the Pixel Cube, the Data Wrangler becomes a Remote-DIT, overseeing all processes. The Remote-DIT is available 24/7 and communicates with both the set and post-production teams. Just add them to your call sheet.
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Why do you call it "Remote-DIT"?We aim to bring the expertise of professional DITs to more productions than ever before. While there are many critical tasks a DIT handles on set, there are certain aspects of the job that can be managed remotely, such as basic quality checks, pre-grading, workflow consultancy, and communication with post-production. Importantly, these tasks are still being carried out by a qualified DIT, which is why we chose the name Remote-DIT rather than something like "Remote-Loader" or "Remote-Wrangler." It’s crucial to recognize that an on-set DIT offers much more, including live grading, monitor calibration, and exposure control. We’re not trying to replace the invaluable role of an on-set DIT but instead provide a solution for productions that have never had access to one. Many smaller projects rely on crew members like 2nd ACs, camera operators, or even producers to make backups late at night, in addition to their regular duties. The Remote-DIT station is designed to ease that burden and elevate the quality of data management. We’re always open to suggestions for a better name for this evolving remote role, so feel free to share your ideas!