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Red Digital Cinema Epic 1.4 Operation Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Copyright Notice ........................ 3!
Trademark Disclaimer ................ 3!
Industrial Canada Emission
Compliance Statements ............ 4
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement .................................. 4
Australia and New Zealand
Statement .................................. 5!
Japan Statements ...................... 5!
European Union Compliance
Statements ................................ 5
Important Safety
Instructions ................................ 7!
MYSTERIUM X® Sensor ..........10!
Image Processing .....................10!
HDRx™ .....................................11!
Magic Motion ............................12!
Audio Recording .......................12!
Microphone Level Analog
Inputs ........................................12
Line Level Analog Inputs ...........13!
Video Monitoring Outputs .........13!
RED LCD / Bomb EVF® ...........14!
REDmote®................................15!
Digital Magazine (Media) ...........16!
Metadata ..............................16!
Clip Naming
Conventions .........................17!
SMPTE Timecode ................17!
Power Consumption ............18!
CAMERA OPERATIONAL
CONTROLS ..................................19
Brain .........................................19!
Side SSD Module .....................20!
Side Handle ..............................21!
Top .......................................21!
Front .....................................22!
Rear ......................................23!
Installation / Removal ...........25!
REDmote ..................................27!
BOMB EVF................................29!
RED LCD ..................................30!
Touchscreen LCD .....................31!
Power Sources .........................32!
Side Handle ..........................32!
External DC Power ...............32!
Power UP .............................33!
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Power Down ........................ 34!
Graphical User Interface
and Navigation ......................... 35
RED LCD/Touchscreen
LCD, BOMB EVF,
External Monitors ................. 35
Side Handle ......................... 38!
REDmote ............................. 39!
Navigating Menus .................... 39!
Using Touchscreen LCD .......... 40!
Shortcuts ............................. 40!
Power Down ........................ 41!
Lock / Unlock
Touchscreen Opreration ...... 41
FIRST TIME USE – SETTING
1. Attach Power Source ........... 43!
2. Power UP ............................. 44!
3. Preparing to Record ............. 44!
Connecting and
Formatting Media ................ 45
Performing a Black
Shading Calibration ............. 45
Adjusting Project
Settings ................................ 46
4. Recording ............................. 47!
Record Indicator .................. 47!
5. Playback ............................... 48!
Adjustments ............................. 49!
Basic Setting
Adjustments ......................... 49
Advanced Setting Menus..... 49!
FPS (VARISPEED) .................... 51!
Basic Settings ...................... 51!
Advanced Settings............... 52!
ISO (Sensitivity) ........................ 52!
F (F-Stop) ................................. 53!
1/SEC (EXPOSURE) ................. 53!
Basic Settings ...................... 53!
Advanced Settings............... 53!
White Balance .......................... 56!
Basic Settings ...................... 56!
Advanced Settings............... 56!
Resolution ................................ 58!
REDcode® ............................... 58!
HDR Menu ................................ 60!
HDR ON / OFF ..................... 60!
Stops ................................... 61!
Focus Menu ............................. 61!
Mode ................................... 61!
Zones ................................... 62!
Exposure Menu ........................ 63!
Presets Menu ........................... 64!
Create Preset ...................... 64!
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Export / Import Preset ......... 66!
Delete Preset ....................... 68!
Media Menu ............................. 68!
Select Media ....................... 69!
Set media ............................ 69!
Format Media ...................... 70!
Eject Media ......................... 71!
Settings Menu .......................... 71!
Display................................. 72!
Look .................................... 87!
Sensor ................................. 89!
Project ................................. 90!
Modes ................................. 92!
Audio/Video ......................... 92!
Setup ................................... 95!
Maintenance ...................... 102!
Power Menu ........................... 109!
APPENDIX A: UPGRADING
Verify Current Camera
Firmware ................................ 110
Upgrade Procedure ............... 111!
APPENDIX B: MANAGING
DIGITAL MEDIA ......................... 114
Media ..................................... 114!
Formatting Media ................... 114!
Media Capacity Remaining
Status ..................................... 115!
Eject Media from Camera
(Unmount) .............................. 116
Using REDmote /
Touchscreen LCD ............. 116
Using Side Handle ............. 116!
Using Side CF / SSD ......... 117!
Copying Media ....................... 117!
Erasing Media ........................ 118!
Macintosh OS X ................ 118!
Windows ........................... 118!
APPENDIX C: CHARGING
BATTERIES ................................ 119
Battery LED Array .................. 119!
Charging ................................ 119!
APPENDIX D: INPUT /
OUTPUT CONNECTORS .......... 120
Brain Front ............................. 120!
MIC-1, MIC-2
(Microphone Audio) ........... 121
Brain Rear .............................. 122!
HD-SDI .............................. 123!
Headphone ........................ 124!
SYNC (Video Sync) ............ 125!
CTRL (RS232 Control) ....... 127!
GIG-E (Ethernet) ................ 128!
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DC IN (Power Input) ...........129!
HDMI Out ...........................130!
Side SSD Module ...................131!
REDmote ................................132!
APPENDIX E: REDMOTE
OPERATION ...............................133
Controls ..................................133!
Still / Motion Toggle
Switch ................................133!
LEDs ...................................134!
Zoom Rocker Switch ..........134!
User Function Keys ............134!
Menu Button ......................134!
Soft Menu buttons 1-3 .......134!
Navigation Group ...............134!
Focus and Record
Button ................................135!
Soft Menu buttons 4-5 .......135!
Ambient Light Sensor .........136!
Power / Lock Switch ..........136!
USB Power Port .................136!
Charging / Battery Life ............136!
Charging Using Camera .....136!
Charging Using USB
Connector ..........................136
Charge Status Indicator .....137!
Battery Life Indicator ..........137!
Wireless Operation
Battery Life .........................137!
Connecting / Removing ..........137!
Physical ............................. 138!
Wireless Communication ... 139!
Power Up / Down ................... 140!
Power UP ........................... 140!
Power DOWN .................... 140!
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Recording ............................... 140!
Accessing Camera Controls
/ Settings ................................ 141
Changing Camera
Settings .............................. 141
Exiting Menus to Main
Screen ............................... 141
APPENDIX F: 3D SETUP /
APPENDIX G: EXPOSURE – USING FALSE COLOR AND
ISO .............................................. 143
Underexposure (~ 2 stops) ..... 143!
Overexposure (~ 2 stops) ....... 145!
Appropriate Exposure ............ 148!
Adjusting the ISO Rating ........ 151!
APPENDIX H: POST
Software Tools ....................... 154!
REDCINE-X® ..................... 154!
APPENDIX I:
No Media Attached ................ 155!
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Camera Firmware Upgrade Hangs at Upgrading
Peripherals ............................. 155
Apply Calibration Failed ......... 155!
Recording Halted: Record
Error - Shutdown ................... 155!
Preset Could Not Be
Applied ................................... 155
Power Spike Detected –
Shutdown............................... 156
APPENDIX J:
Cleaning ................................. 157!
Camera and Accessory
Exterior Surfaces ............... 157!
Brain .................................. 157!
LCD Screen ....................... 157!
EVF .................................... 157!
REDmote Screen ............... 158!
Lenses ............................... 158!
Side Handle LCD ............... 158!
Electrical Contacts ............ 158!
APPENDIX K: TECHNICAL
DATA .......................................... 159
Technical Specifications ........ 159!
Brain Dimensions ................... 160!
Front View ......................... 160!
Side View........................... 161!
Top View ........................... 162!
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DISCLAIMER
RED® has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this Operation Guide, which is provided solely for the user’s information. While thought to be accurate, the information in this document is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held responsible for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s interpretation of the language used herein that is different from that intended by RED. All safety and general information is subject to change as a result of changes in local, federal or other applicable laws.
RED reserves the right to revise this Operation Guide and make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. In no event shall RED, its employees or authorized agents be liable to you for any damages or losses, direct or indirect, arising from the use of any technical or operational information contained in this document.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
© 2011 Red.com, Inc.
All trademarks, trade names, logos, icons, images, written material, code, and product names used in association with the accompanying product are the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual property owned and controlled exclusively by Red.com, Inc.
TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER
All other company, brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. RED has no affiliation to, is not associated or sponsored with, and has no express rights in third­party trademarks. MAC® and QuickTime® are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. Intel® is the registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows®, Microsoft Windows® and Windows Vista® are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. AVID® is a registered trademark of Avid Technology, Inc. NUKE is a trademark of The Foundry Visionmongers Ltd.
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COMPLIANCE
INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STAT EMENTS
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the approval of manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operations subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable interference.
CAUTION: If the device is changed or modified without permission from RED, the user may void his or her authority to operate the equipment.
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AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to EN 55022:2006
JAPAN STATEMENTS
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If this equipment is used near a
radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference.
Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.!
EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
RED declares that the equipment described in this document is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC and WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.
This declaration is based upon compliance of the product to the following standards:
x EN 55022, Information Technology Equipment - Radio Disturbance Characteristics
x EN 55024, Information Technology Equipment - Immunity Characteristics
x EN 61000-3-2, Limits for harmonic current emissions
x EN 61000-3-3, Limits for harmonic current emissions
x EN 60950-1, Information Technology Equipment – Safety
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The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applies only to countries
within the European Union (EU) and Norway. This symbol on the product and
accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not
be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling,
please take this product to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of
charge. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your
local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with you national legislation.
For business users in the European Union, if you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Responsible party:
Red Digital Cinema.
20291 Valencia Circle
Lake Forest, CA 92630
USA
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BEFORE YOU START
Congratulations on your purchase of a RED EPIC® camera. Please read the attached safety instructions, and only then unpack the camera body and any accessories. If there is any physical damage or missing components for either your camera body or any accessories, please file a support ticket at www.RED.com/support.
Figure 1: RED EPIC Camera
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA
A. Heed all cautions and warnings in these instructions.
B. Read these instructions before operating the camera and accessories.
C. Follow these instructions while operating the camera and accessories.
D. Keep these instructions with the camera and accessories at all times.
E. DO NOT attempt to modify, dismantle or open your camera, lens or other accessory as doing so may
expose you to electric shock and serious injury. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Alteration or repairs made to the camera, lens or other accessory, except by a RED authorized service facility, will void the Limited Warranty. Users are not permitted to make design changes or otherwise modify the operation of the camera, lenses or other accessories, without the express written approval of RED DIGITAL CINEMA.
F. Only use attachments/accessories specified by RED.
G. Install camera and accessories in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
H. Avoid imaging of laser beams as they may cause damage to the sensor.
I. DO NOT use the camera or accessories near water. Avoid exposing your camera to moisture. The unit
is not waterproof, so contact with water could cause permanent damage to the unit as well as electric
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shock and serious injury to the user. DO NOT use the camera in the rain or under other conditions with high moisture without appropriate protection, and immediately remove power source if camera or accessories are exposed to moisture.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the camera or accessories to rain or moisture.
J. DO NOT expose your camera to excessive vibration or impact (shock). Be careful not to drop your
camera. Internal mechanisms may be damaged by severe shock. Mechanical alignment of optical elements may be affected by excessive vibration.
K. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE: The use of devices using radio or other communication
waves may result in the malfunction or interference with the unit and/or with audio and video signals.
L. Clean only using a dry cloth. When cleaning your camera, remember that it is not waterproof and
moisture can damage electronic circuitry. DO NOT rinse or immerse any element of the camera, lens or other accessory, keep them dry at all times. DO NOT use soaps, detergents, ammonia, alkaline cleaners, and abrasive cleaning compounds or solvents. These substances may damage lens coatings and electronic circuitry.
M. Maintain sufficient ventilation - DO NOT block any ventilation openings or obstruct cooling fan airflow.
CAUTION: Proper camera ventilation requires a minimum .5” (1,25cm) clearance between the camera ventilation openings and external surfaces. Verify airflow is not impeded by objects that block or cover the ventilation openings. Failure to permit adequate airflow may result in overheating of the camera, degraded operation and in extreme situations, damage to the camera.
N. DO NOT operate or store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other
apparatus that produce heat. Store in a protected, level and ventilated place. Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, damp, severe vibration, strong magnetic fields, direct sunlight or local heat sources during storage. Remove any batteries from the camera before storage. Recommended storage and usage temperatures for your camera, lenses and other accessories are:
a. Operating range: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
o Storage range: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
If there are any performance issues with your camera or accessories when operating within this temperature range, please file a support ticket on www.RED.com/support.
O. Do not bypass the third prong of the grounding-type plug on the power cord of the AC Power
Adapter. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third “grounding” prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. A grounding-type plug shall be connected to an outlet with a protective earthen connection. If the grounding-type plug does not fit into your outlet, do not attempt to modify the plug or outlet, consult a qualified electrician.
P. Protect all power cords from being pinched, walked on or driven over by a vehicle. Replace any power
cords suspected of sustaining damage due to crushing or other forms physical damage.
CAUTION: The power cord plug for the AC Power Adapter is used as the power disconnect. To disconnect all power from the AC Power Adapter, unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet. During use, the power cord plug should remain easily accessible at all times.
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Q. Lithium Ion batteries may be subject to special handling requirements pursuant to federal and local
laws. Please refer to specific shipping instructions included with your battery regarding proper transport of your battery. Do not handle your battery if it is damaged or leaking. Disposal of batteries must be in accordance with local environmental regulations. For example, California law requires that all rechargeable batteries must be recycled by an authorized recycle center. Storing batteries fully charged or in high temperature conditions may permanently reduce the life of the battery. Available battery capacity may also be temporarily lessened after storage in low temperature conditions.
WARNING: Do not expose the battery to excessive heat.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if an incorrect battery is charged with the RED Charger or is used to power the camera and accessories. Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery.
CAUTION: Refer all service and repair to qualified RED service personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, and damage to the camera or accessories, DO NOT attempt to perform any servicing other than any procedures that are recommended in the operating instructions.
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THEORY OF OPERATION
The RED EPIC Digital Cinema camera provides high performance digital imaging over a wide range of frame rates and optical formats including Super 35mm, 35mm and Super 16mm. The camera is supplied as standard with a PL mount, and may be configured with mounts and 19 mm rods to accommodate most cinematography lenses, matte boxes and follow focus systems. Adaptors for 15mm offset studio and 15mm lightweight rods are also available.
In addition to compatibility with existing PL mount cinematography lenses; a select range of S35mm (APS-H) PL mount prime and zoom lenses are available from RED.
Other lens mounts, including Canon FD, and Nikon F are available, permitting the use of Canon and Nikkor photographic lenses. Lens mounts can report lens iris, focus and zoom data when mated to an appropriate lens. In addition, the iris and focus settings for select Canon and Nikkor lenses may be driven from the camera when operating in Auto Exposure (AE) and Auto Focus (AF) modes.
Lens mounts may be exchanged in the field, however it is highly recommended that this be performed in a dust-free environment, as the optical path will be exposed to the elements during this process.
A B4 mount to PL mount adaptor is also available to permit use of 2/3” HD lenses on the RED EPIC camera. The optical coverage it provides is approximately equivalent to 16mm hence the maximum recording resolution with a B4 lens is 2K RAW (2048 x 1152 pixel) progressive scan.
MYSTERIUM X® SENSOR
The MYSTERIUM X sensor has been specifically designed for use with RED EPIC cameras, and provides variable frame rate imaging over 1 to 240 fps at up to 2K resolution, 1 to 160 fps at up to 3K resolution, and 1 to 120 fps at up to 4K or 5K resolution.
Native color balance for the MYSTERIUM X sensor is 5,000 degrees Kelvin, but it may be electronically compensated for any color temperature in the range 1,700 to 10,000 degrees Kelvin. White balance preset values include Tungsten (3200K) and Daylight (5600K) light sources; the camera may also calculate a color neutralizing White Balance value on demand by imaging on a standard white or 18% grey card.
The MYSTERIUM X sensor includes high precision analog to digital conversion, capable of delivering up to 13.5 stops of dynamic range with daylight light sources over a camera sensitivity range of 320-800 ISO.
IMAGE PROCESSING
The digital image received from the sensor is formatted as a pixel defect corrected (but in all other aspects unprocessed) 12-bit, 14-bit or 16-bit per pixel RAW data frame. When operating in STILLS mode, each image received from the sensor is treated as a unique FRAME; however when operating in MOVIE mode, successive images received from the sensor are collected together into a CLIP. In all other regards, a frame of information gathered in STILLS mode or MOVIE mode is identical.
Each RAW frame or sequence of RAW frames in a clip is compressed using proprietary wavelet based REDCODE RAW compression, then stored to digital media such as a REDMAG 1.8” SSD.
The RAW data recorded is independent of any RGB domain signal processing choices such as ISO, White Balance or other RGB color space adjustments made by the camera operator. These parameters are saved with the RAW data as reference METADATA, they are not burned into the recorded RAW data.
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This recording technique permits RGB color processing choices to be deferred to post production and/or to be adjusted in the field to visualize alternative color treatments, without impacting the recorded image.
The camera’s monitoring path converts RAW sensor data to a white balanced 12-bit depth 2048 x 1080 pixels RGB 4:4:4 video signal. This signal may be modified using ISO, White Balance or other RGB color space adjustments as desired by the operator, and is then scaled and gamma corrected to provide VIEWFINDER, HD-SDI and HDMI monitor outputs at 10-bit depth in 4:2:2 Y,Cb,Cr, or at 8-bit depth in 4:4:4 RGB.
Frame guides and other camera data may be added as desired by the user to one or more of the outputs.
NOTE: If a specific set of RGB image processing values are desired to be repeatable on-set, a .RMD “look” file may be created either by the camera or by supplied REDCINE-X application software.
HDRX™
HDRx is an option for extending dynamic range from +1 to +6 stops over the baseline Dynamic Range offered by the camera. HDRx mode simultaneously shoots two images of identical resolution and frame rate - a primary track (A-track) that is normally exposed, and a the secondary track (X-track) that has an exposure value that reflects the additional stops of highlight protection desired.
EXAMPLE: If you select an HDR value of +2 and your primary exposure is 1/48th sec, the X-track exposure will be 2 stops faster, 1/192 sec.
The ISO and Aperture remain the same for both exposures.
During acquisition and recording, the two tracks are "motion-conjoined", meaning there is no gap in time between the two separate exposures. This is important to note because if they were two standard alternating exposures, there would be a time gap between the two tracks that would show up as an undesirable motion artifact. Both tracks (A & X) are stored in a single R3D file. Since there are two exposures, when in HDRx mode, the camera is recording double the amount of frames. For example, if you are shooting 24fps, the camera is recording two 24fps tracks which is the data rate equivalent of 48fps. However, after combining the two tracks in post production you see only one 24fps motion stream.
HDRx provides multiple options for exploitation in post production.
x Blend the two tracks in post tools like REDCINE-X, Storm or any other application that supports the
SDK to create "Magic Motion". This blending of the two tracks comes with a slider so you can decide just how much of each track you want to use. A preview window shows you the combined result of your selection, or you can view each track individually.
x Combine the two tracks using MNMB (More Normal Motion Blur). MNMB is designed to emulate the
motion of a traditional camera with full motion blur. This is a tool created by The Foundry that uses a new motion estimation algorithm designed specifically for HDRx. The shorter exposure (sharper image) is blended to match the motion blur of the normal exposure. Again, a preview window shows the combined result of your selection, or you can view each track individually.
x Use the X-track data for motion tracking, then combine the X-track with the A-track as in #1 or #2
above… or just motion stabilize the A-track using the motion analysis data extracted from the X-track.
x Exporting to EXR file format will give you a multi-view EXR with both exposures (like a stereo EXR).
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NOTE: If you ignore the X-track completely, you will have a standard exposure with 13.5 stops of native dynamic range just as if you had not enabled HDRx. For this reason, we encourage the A­track exposure to be "normal" as it provides the most options. If you are tempted to shoot "over­under", you are then fully committed to using HDRx and your post production options are reduced.
NOTE: When recording in HDRx mode the camera records twice as many frames, so the maximum frame rate, minimum REDCODE ratio, and maximum record time on your media will be cut in half.
MAGIC MOTION
Shooting at 24fps and with an 180 degree (1/48th) shutter on a film or digital camera may create an optical illusion we are familiar with, however it is not really the way the eye sees motion. To understand this, ask someone to stand in front of you and swing their arm over their head from one side to the other. What you would observe in the recording is a constant motion blur until the arm stopped. What your eye sees though is both motion blur AND a sharper reference to the arm and hand all along the motion path. "Magic Motion" provides such a combination of motion blur (A-track) and a sharper reference (X-track), with the bonus of extreme dynamic range not available with any other motion capture camera system.
AUDIO RECORDING
The RED EPIC can record up to two discreet channels of microphone level uncompressed 24-bit, 48 KHz audio (four channels of microphone level or line level audio inputs when equipped with a PRO I/O Module), that are synchronized with video and timecode, to REDMAG 1.8” SSD media.
Input signals are routed via a high quality pre-amplifier and soft clip limiter in order to achieve the desired audio reference / recording level and to maximize dynamic range.
To assist with audio reference level setup, the camera provides a color-coded 4dB per division Peak Level meter in the Graphical User Interface with 0dBu (-20dBFS) and +4dBu (-16dBFS) Witness Marks. Meter range is –36dBu to +20dBu (-56dBFS to 0dBFS) with audio input type and audio input clipping indication.
Audio monitor output options include a 2-channel headphone output on the camera Brain and 2-channel line level analog outputs from the optional PRO I/O Module, plus 2-channel and 4-channel 24-bit 48KHz uncompressed digital audio embedded in the HD-SDI and HDMI outputs.
MICROPHONE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS
The recording level of Microphone inputs are affected by the sensitivity of the microphone and the Gain setting of the camera’s pre-amplifier. Available pre-amplifier range is +8dB to +62dB, with a default value of +32dB. The camera operator should choose a Gain value that aligns the input signal to the 0dBu reference line drawn through the camera’s peak meter (or +4dBu line if referencing to that level).
This setting provides up to 30dB of input signal headroom above reference 0dBu level before clipping (26dB for +4dBu reference level) and maximizes the signal to noise ratio of the 24-bit digital recording.
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LINE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS
The recording level of Line inputs are affected only by the signal provided by the field production sound mixer or other external line level source. The sound mixer operator should choose a mixer output level that aligns a reference tone signal to the 0dBu (0.775 volts RMS / -20dBFS) reference mark drawn through the camera’s Peak Meter, or if using +4dB as reference level, a mixer output level that aligns a reference tone signal to the +4dBu (1.23 Volts RMS / -16dBFS) reference mark.
The 0dBu setting provides up to 24dB of input signal headroom above reference level before clipping (20dB for +4dBu reference level) and the maximum signal to noise ratio for the 24-bit digital recording.
VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS
In its default configuration, the RED EPIC camera can simultaneously support one VIEWFINDER output (suitable for use by a BOMB EVF, or RED LCD) plus one HD-SDI based PROGRAM output and one HDMI based PREVIEW output. Each output can support a set of overlay graphics including camera GUI, timecode, clip name and framing guides; the specific overlay graphics for each type of output is user configurable.
The default VIEWFINDER output is the EVF / LCD connector located on the front face of the Side SSD Module. If neither of these is connected, VIEWFINDER output will be automatically transferred to the HDMI output, or it may be selected by the operator to appear on the HD-SDI output of the camera Brain.
BOMB EVF: A 1280 x 784 pixel resolution progressive scan color image equivalent to viewing a 17” reference monitor from a distance of about 3ft (1m), with Surround View™ look around area, frame guides and safe action / title, zebra and false color exposure overlays, operational status and setup menus.
RED LCD: A 800 x 480 resolution RGB 4:4:4 progressive scan touchscreen video display with Surround View™ look around area, frame guides and safe action / title, zebra and false color exposure overlays, operational status and setup menus.
HD-SDI: A 1920 x 1080p PROGRAM (clean feed) output suitable for monitoring or recording to an external VTR or DDR device. May be configured for 10-bit Gamma or 10-bit LOG encoded video data.
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HDMI: A 1920 x 1080p PREVIEW output suitable for monitoring via a PC monitor or most HDTV displays.
Figure 2: Example of Video Monitor Output – WITHOUT LCD of EVF Connected
RED LCD / BOMB EVF®
The optional RED LCD and BOMB EVF are specialized video monitors that provide the user with a variety of tools to assist framing, focus and exposure, including:
- Surround View™, which is an additional look around area, visible outside of the recorded image.
- Frame Guides, showing common film presentation and television aspects such as 2.40:1 and 16;9.
- Focus, aided by high display resolution, 1:1 Focus Check function and False Color overlay.
- Exposure, aided by dual Zebras, False Color overlay, RAW “Traffic Lights” and RGB histogram.
- System information including current frame rate, ISO rating, shutter speed, color temperature, record
resolution, record quality, clip name, timecode value and the remaining battery and media capacity.
For applications where use of an attached RED EVF or RED LCD is not desired – for example when working on a crane – the VIEWFINDER output can be transferred to the HD-SDI or HDMI outputs, supporting remote camera monitoring up to 200 ft away.
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REDMOTE®
REDmote is a proprietary camera control unit RED EPIC cameras that attaches to the rear of the camera Brain or the back face of the rearmost expansion module. The REDmote may also be detached from the camera and operate over a proprietary REDlink™ 2.4Ghz wireless connection.
Whether operating attached or via wireless, REDmote supports all basic controls necessary to operate the camera, including Record Start / Stop, Shutter Speed, White Balance, ISO and programmable User Keys. An integrated color LCD displays camera parameters, media and battery capacity and REDmote menus.
Figure 3: REDmote LCD display
REDmote includes a rechargeable Li-Ion battery, which automatically re-charges when attached to the camera or rearmost module. It may also be re-charged by connecting to a USB-2 based power source such as a laptop P.C or cell phone charger. Under typical operating conditions, REDmote should operate for up to 8 hours without requiring a re-charge and support a wireless communication range of ~ 50 ft.
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DIGITAL MAGAZINE (MEDIA)
REDCODE RAW compressed MOVIE clips and STILLS images, plus time code, multi-channel audio and metadata may be recorded to REDMAG 1.8” SSD solid-state digital media of 64GB, 128GB or 256GB capacity.
Each MOVIE clip is recorded with a unique name and with all the appropriate elements of the clip including one or more REDCODE RAW.R3D files and associated metadata, placed in a clip folder with the file extension .RDC. Refer to CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS.
All Clips are placed in a master folder (i.e. root directory) for the Magazine with the file extension .RDM. This folder contains all clips recorded on that digital magazine; therefore copying these clips from the digital magazine to backup media may be performed by a single drag and drop operation.
For additional information about digital magazines, refer to APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA.
METADATA
RED EPIC cameras record extensive Metadata, which is data that describes the precise characteristics of the picture and sound signals in each frame of the recording. This includes camera specific setup information, project and clip management information, Clip Name, Time Code, Date and GMT, lens and shutter speed / angle parameters, audio settings and any video image processing information.
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CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS
When you press RECORD, the camera automatically creates a unique name for the CLIP being recorded to the REDMAG 1.8” SSD media. The format of the clip name is Camera Letter + Reel Number + Month + Day + ** - where ** is a random two digit alphanumeric number used to prevent accidental duplication of file names.
e.g. A001_C002_0502A6.RDC
Where: A = camera A, 001 = reel 001, C002 = clip 002, and 0502 = May 02, and the digits A 6 are the random characters generated by the camera as described above. Other examples are shown below:
A001_C001_0502X3.RDC A001_C001_0502G6.RDC A001_C001_0502AB.RDC
MULTI CAMERA SHOOTS
The naming scheme means that three cameras, slated as A, B, C, will generate easily recognizable clips:
A001_C001_0502**.RDC B001_C001_0502**.RDC C001_C001_0502**.RDC
3-D FOOTAGE
When two cameras are connected together as Master and Slave to film in 3-D, the slave camera takes the master camera's ID. In this configuration, the Master will modify its file naming structure, changing the "C" in the second character group in the filename to an "L". Conversely, the Slave camera will modify its file naming structure, changing the "C" to an "R". This structure indicates the master camera is positioned as the left (L) camera and the slave camera is positioned as the right (R) camera in the 3-D configuration.
Assuming the master camera is slated as camera “S", Clips recorded using the Master and Slave camera configuration to shoot 3-D footage would look like:
S001_L001_1206**.RDC and S001_R001_1206**.RDC
NOTE: L (left) and R (right) file name designations may be adjusted if desired in the MEDIA menu.
SMPTE TIMECODE
Edge Code is a SMPTE timecode track that always starts at 1.00.00.00 on the first frame recorded to the digital media. It is a sequential code that is continuous from frame to frame and also continuous from clip to clip. Edge Code is equivalent to RUN RECORD commonly found on broadcast cameras.
Time Code is a SMPTE timecode track that synchronizes to the camera’s clock, or if operated in Jam Sync mode, to an externally supplied SMPTE master timecode signal. It is a sequential code that is continuous from frame to frame, but is discontinuous from clip to clip.
The timecode counter always updates at the same frame rate as the recording, irrespective of whether the camera is operating in normal, Vari-Speed, Time-Lapse or Animation recording mode. This ensures that a valid SMPTE timecode is created without count jumps that would affect clip playback during editing. If operating in Jam Sync mode referenced to an external timecode source, the clip’s master time reference point is the first frame of the recorded clip.
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NOTE: When in Loop Record mode, Edge Code will also become discontinuous from clip to clip, because frames copied into the cache memory are discarded. This may lead to editing difficulties with post production applications that assume continuous timecode.
POWER CONSUMPTION
The camera draws approximately 60 watts when recording in 5K resolution, 24fps MOVIE mode. The camera is cooled by convection from the camera body assisted by a fan contained in a sealed air duct.
Under typical operating conditions, a RED-VOLT XL 90Wh battery will run the camera and accessories for about 90 minutes. A RED-VOLT 30Wh battery will run the camera and accessories for about 30 minutes.
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CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS
This section describes the available operational controls on the EPIC camera Brain, Side SSD Module, Side Handle and REDmote accessories.
BRAIN
A
B
C
A
A
Figure 4: Power / Record Button / Status LEDs
x Power Status LED: Indicates Status of Power: Power Available / Not Available / Power O.K
x Power / Record Button: Powers camera Up / Down and initiates Record Stop / Start
x Media Status LED: Indicates status of Media: Media Available / Not Available / Media Recording
B
C
Power Status LED
Power / Record Button
Record Status LED
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SIDE SSD MODULE
A
E
REAR
FRONT
B
C
D
A
B
C
CF or SSD Slot
User Key 1
User Key 2
Focus / Record Button
D
E
Figure 5: Side CF / SSD Controls
Media Indicator
x CF or SSD Slot: Slot for REDFLASH CF or REDMAG 1.8” SSD Media.
x User Key 1: Initiates user defined camera function. Default: 1:1 Magnify
x User Key 2: Initiates user defined camera function. Default: False Color: Exposure.
x User Key 1 + User Key 2 : Press both keys to Eject (unmount) REDMAG 1.8” SSD Media
x Focus / Record Button: Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record.
x Media Indicator: When media is inserted and ready to record, the LED illuminates Green. When no
media is present, the LED is off.
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SIDE HANDLE
TOP
B
A
E
D
C
F
A
B
C
Battery Release
Focus / Record Button
Adjustment Ring
Figure 6: RED Side Handle Controls - Top
D
E
F
LCD Menu Keys
LCD Display
LCD Backlight Button
x Battery Door Release Button: Releases Side Handle battery door to permit battery exchange.
x Focus / Record Button: Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record.
x Adjustment Ring: Selects and adjusts camera parameter values.
x LCD Menus Keys: Specific functions are defined by LCD screen.
x LCD Display: Displays key camera parameter values.
x LCD Backlight Button: Enables LCD backlight.
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FRONT
A
A Stills / Movie Slider
Figure 7: Side Handle Controls - Front
x Stills / Movie Slider: Selects between STILLS and MOVIE modes of operation.
NOTE: This switch is not active at this time. Default camera operation is MOVIE
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REAR
A
B C
E
F
A
B Rocker Switch E System Keys 1- 3
C
MENU Button
Navigation Group
Figure 8: RED Side Handle Controls - Rear
D
F
User Keys A-D
Thumbwheel Lock
x Menu Button: Press to access / camera setup menus.
x Rocker Switch: Increases or decreases selected value based on parameter selected in USER KEYs.
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x Navigation Group: Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera parameter for
adjustment, and adjustment of selected camera parameter.
C
A
B
Figure 9: Side Handle Navigation Group
A
Scroll Wheel
B
Direction Keys
C
Enter Button
o Scroll Wheel: Selects and adjusts camera parameter value.
o Direction Keys: Navigates camera menus and may select parameter for adjustment.
o Enter Button: Confirms selected parameter value adjustment.
x User Keys: User Function Keys A-D (F). The specific function of these keys may be programmed by
the user. Default settings for User Function Keys A-D are as follow:
- User Key A – Enables (Auto) Focus Indicator
- User Key B – Enables White Balance calculation
- User Key C – Enables 1:1 Focus Check
- User Key D – Enables false color Exposure Check.
x System Keys: Function are defined by System Firmware
- Upper: Enables false color Exposure Check.
- Center: Not currently defined.
- Lower: Ejects (unmounts) the currently selected Media.
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Remove screw and rotate side
plate upwards to remove.
Insert lip into top of
camera brain.
Press side handle flush
against camera brain.
Rotate thumbscrew
upwards until tight.
INSTALLATION / REMOVAL
To install the side handle:
1. Remove the brain side plate (if installed) by removing the single screw located at the bottom.
2. Rotate upwards to disengage lip at top of side plate from camera brain.
3. Insert the lip at the top of the side handle into the area where the lip from the side plate was installed.
4. Rotate side handle down flush along side of camera brain.
5. Rotate thumbscrew upwards until tight. Ensure side handle is secure to camera brain.
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To remove the side handle:
Rotate thumbscrew
downwards until loose.
Rotate side handle
upwards to remove.
Disengage lip from top
of camera brain.
1. Rotate the thumbscrew downwards until detached from camera body.
2. Rotate upwards to disengage lip at top of side handle from camera brain.
3. Remove side handle from camera.
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REDMOTE
This section describes the physical controls on the REDmote.
A
B
C
D
E
H
F
G
Figure 10: REDmote Controls
L
M
K
I
N
O
J
Still/Motion Slider
A
Release Button (L)
B
Record LED
C
D
E
Power LED
Rocker Switch
F
G
H
I
J
User Keys A-D
MENU Button
Soft Menu Keys 1-3
Navigation Group
Focus / Record Button
Soft Menu Keys 4-8
K
Ambient Light Sensor
L
Power/Lock Slider
M
Release Button (L)
N
O
USB Connector
x Stills / Motion Slider: Allows selection of STILLS or MOVIE operational modes.
x Rocker Switch: Provides continuous adjustment of parameter specified in USER KEYS menu.
x User Keys: Press to initiate camera functions as defined in USER KEY menu.
Default settings for User Function Keys A-D are as follow:
- User Key A – Enables (Auto) Focus Indicator
- User Key B – Enables White Balance calculation
- User Key C – Enables 1:1 Focus Check
- User Key D – Enables false color Exposure Check.
x Menu Button: Press to access / camera setup menus.
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x Soft Menus Keys 1-3: Function defined by LCD screen.
- Soft Menu 1 - Adjust ISO.
- Soft Menu 2 - Adjust Shutter Speed.
- Soft Menu 3 - Adjust White Balance.
x Navigation Group: Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera parameter and
adjustment of selected camera parameter.
C
A
B
Figure 11: Side Handle Navigation Group
A
Scroll Wheel
B
Direction Keys
C
Enter Button
- Scroll Wheel: Selects and adjusts selected camera parameter value.
- Direction Keys: Navigates camera menus and may select parameter for adjustment.
- Enter Button: Confirms selected parameter value adjustment.
x Focus / Record Button: Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record.
x Soft Menus Keys 4-8: Functions defined by LCD screen. Not active at this time
x Power / Lock Slider: Slide and hold down to power up / down REDmote. Slide up to lock keys.
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BOMB EVF
A
Figure 12: BOMB EVF
C
B
A
x Focus Ring: Adjusts optimal subject focus for your eye. Available diopter range is +2.0 to -5.0.
x EVF User Key 1: Initiates user defined camera function. Default: 1:1 Magnify
x EVF User Key 2: Initiates user defined camera function. Default: False Color : Exposure
Focus Ring
EVF User Key 1 / 2
B
EVF Tally Light
C
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