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This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards RSS 139 and RSS 210.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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 users authority to
operate this equipment.
Note: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
Operations subjected to the following two conditions (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including that may cause undesirable
interference.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact is minimized
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator
and your body.
Caution: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices
because there signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
Caution: If the device is changes or modified without permission from RED, the user may void his
or her authority to operate the equipment.
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT
RED declares that the radio equipment described in this document comply with the following
international standards.
• IEC 60065 - Product Safety
• ETSI EN 300 328 - Technical requirement for radio equipment
RED declares digital devices described in this document comply with the following Australian and New
Zealand standards.
• AS/NZS CISPR 22 – Electromagnetic Interference
• AS/NZS 61000.3.2– Power Line Harmonics
• AS/NZS 61000.3.3 – Power Line Flicker
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.
RED declares that the radio equipment described in this document comply with
the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.
Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the
equivalent international standards).
• EN 60065 (IEC 60065) – Product Safety
• ETSI EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment
• ETSI EN 301 489 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
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Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these
directives implies conformity to the following European Product Family Standards.
• EN 55022 (CISPR 22) – Electromagnetic Interference
• EN 55024-1 (CISPR 24) – Electromagnetic Immunity
• EN 61000-3-2 (IEC610000-3-2) – Power Line Harmonics
• EN 61000-3-3 (IEC610000) – Power Line Flicker
• EN 60065 (IEC60065) – Product Safety
Usage Restrictions for Products that Incorporate REDlink
Products that fall into this category are denoted by inclusion of the Class 2 identifier symbol (exclamation
mark in a circle) accompanying the CE Mark on the products regulatory label, example below:
Usage Restrictions - Geographic Area Where Restriction Applies : France
For mainland France
• 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Channels 1-16) authorized for indoor use
• 2.400 -2.454 GHz (Channels 1-10) authorized for outdoor use
Restrictions d'utilisation - Zone géographique où les restrictions s'appliquent : France
Pour la France métropolitaine
• 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1 à 16) autorisé en usage intérieur
• 2.400 -2.454 GHz (canaux 1 à 10) autorisé en usage extérieur
Norway
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of NyÅlesund
Dette gjelder ikke for det geografiske området innenfor en radius av 20 km fra sentrum av Ny-Ålesund
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.
Congratulations on your purchase of a RED DSMC® Digital Still and Motion 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.
RED EPIC Digital Still and Motion 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
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 1/2” (1,25cm) clearance between the
camera ventilation openings and external surfaces. Verify that objects that can block the fan intake
and exhaust ports do not impede airflow. 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. The Side Handle, Side SSD Module, Rear Modules and Lens Mount are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE –
meaning you cannot remove or install them while the camera is powered on. Before installing or
removing any of these accessories, you MUST power down the camera. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the accessory and / or camera brain that will not be covered under warranty.
P. 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.
Q. 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.
R. 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.
The RED family of Digital Still and Motion Cameras (DSMC) provide high performance digital imaging over
a wide range of frame rates and optical formats including Super 35mm / APS-H. The RED DSMC 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 the majority of existing PL mount cinematography lenses; a select range
of Super 35mm PL mount prime and zoom lenses are available from RED.
Other lens mounts, including the DSMC Canon mount are available, permitting the use of Canon EF and
EF-S photographic lenses. The Canon mount can report lens iris, focus and zoom data when mated to an
appropriate lens. In addition, iris and manual or auto-focus settings may be controlled from the camera.
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 broadcast lenses on the RED
DSMC camera. The optical coverage it provides is approximately equivalent to 16mm, hence the
maximum recording resolution operating with a B4 mount 2/3” lens is 2K (2048 x 1152 pixels) progressive
scan.
MYSTERIUM X® SENSOR
The MYSTERIUM X sensor has been specifically designed for use with the RED DSMC camera, and
provides variable frame rate imaging at up to 120fps at 5K resolution, and up to 240 fps at 2K resolution.
Native color balance for the MYSTERIUM X sensor is 5,000 KELVIN, but it may be electronically
compensated for any color temperature in the range 1,700 to 10,000 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 rating of 320-800 ISO.
In HDR mode, dynamic range can be extended to approximately 18 stops.
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
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RAW compression, then stored to a digital media Magazine such as REDMAG™ 1.8” SSD.
When recorded, the RAW data is independent of any RGB domain color processing 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; i.e. color is not burned into the recorded RAW data.
This recording technique permits RGB color processing choices to be deferred to post-production or to
be adjusted in the field to help a director visualize alternative color treatments, without affecting the
recorded RAW data’s image quality or dynamic range.
The camera’s monitoring path converts RAW sensor data to a white balanced 12-bit depth 2048 x 1080
pixel 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 YCC or 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.
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NOTE: The supplied REDCINE-X
look” files which may then be imported as camera monitor path color processing PRESETs. This
information is stored as reference metadata, so that this color processing choice can be the
default value used in Post-production. Refer to SECONDARY MENUS > PRESETS for details how to
import and apply .RMD file metadata.
PRO application software can create and export .RMD “color
HDRX™
HDRx is an option for extending dynamic range up to 6 stops over the base Dynamic Range offered by
the camera. When enabled HDRx simultaneously shoots two images of identical resolution and frame rate
- a normally exposed primary track (A-track), and an underexposed secondary track (X-track) whose
exposure value reflects the additional stops of highlight protection desired.
i.e. if you select an HDR value of +2 and your primary track exposure is 1/48th sec, the secondary track
exposure will be 2 stops under, or 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 exposures. This is very important to note because if they were traditional 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
Since there are two exposures in HDRx mode, the camera is recording double the amount of frames each
second. For example, when shooting at 24fps, the camera is recording two 24fps tracks, which is the data
rate equivalent of 48fps; however after combining the A and X tracks in post-production you will see only
one 24fps blended image sequence.
HDRx provides multiple options for exploitation in post-production.
• 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.
• 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.
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file.
• Use the X-track data for motion tracking, then combine the X-track with the A-track, or just motion
stabilize the A-track using the motion analysis data extracted from the X-track.
• Exporting to EXR file format will give you a multi-view EXR with both exposures (like a stereo EXR).
NOTE: If you ignore the X-track data, you will have a standard exposure with up to 13.5 stops of
dynamic range just as if you had not enabled HDRx. For this reason, we encourage the A-track
exposure to be "normal" as it provides the most options. If you are tempted to shoot "over-under",
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 per second so the
maximum frame rate or minimum REDCODE ratio, and the 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 DSMC camera can record up to two discreet channels of microphone level uncompressed 24bit, 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 a REDMAG 1.8” SSD digital media
Magazine.
Input signals are routed via a high quality pre-amplifier and soft clip analog limiter in order to achieve the
desired audio reference / recording level and maximize dynamic range.
To assist with audio reference level setup, the camera provides a color-coded Audio Level Meter in the
Graphical User Interface. Meter range is –36dBu to +20dBu (-56dBFS to 0dBFS) with audio input type,
reference level and audio input clipping indicators.
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 a Microphone input is affected by the sensitivity of the microphone and the Gain
setting of the camera’s pre-amplifier. Available pre-amplifier range is +15dB to +57dB, with a default value
of +17dB. The camera operator should choose a Gain value that aligns the input signal to the 0dBu
reference line drawn on the camera’s Audio Level Meter (or the 0VU reference line if operating at that
level).
This setting provides up to 30dB of input signal headroom above reference 0dBu level before clipping (up
to 26dB above 0VU reference level) and maximizes the signal to noise ratio of the 24-bit digital recording.
The recording level of a Line input is 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 (-20dBFS) reference mark drawn on the camera’s Audio
Level Meter, or if using 0VU as reference level, a mixer output level that aligns a reference tone signal to
the 0VU (-16dBFS) reference mark.
This setting provides up to 24dB of input signal headroom above reference 0dBu level before clipping (up
to 20dB above 0VU reference level) and maximizes the signal to noise ratio of the 24-bit digital recording.
VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS
In its default configuration, the RED DSMC camera can simultaneously support one VIEWFINDER output
(suitable for use by a BOMB EVF
(suitable for use by HDMI or HD-SDI monitors). The various monitor outputs 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, the VIEWFINDER output can be transferred to either the HDMI
output or the HD-SDI output of the camera Brain.
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, or RED LCD) plus one PROGRAM output and one PREVIEW output
A 720p or 1080p progressive scan output suitable for monitoring or recording to an external VTR or DDR
device. May be configured for 10-bit LIN (VIDEO) or 10-bit LOG (FILM) encoded data.
HDMI
A 720p or 1080p progressive scan output suitable for monitoring via a PC monitor or most HDTV displays.
Example of HDMI Monitor Output in MENUS mode.
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 / MENU output can be transferred to the HD-SDI or HDMI outputs,
supporting remote camera monitoring up to 200 ft away.
REDMOTE is a camera control unit for RED’s family of DSMC cameras that attaches to the rear of the
camera Brain or rearmost expansion module. REDMOTE may also be detached from the camera or
rearmost module and provide wireless remote control of the camera over proprietary REDlink™ protocol.
Whether attached or operating via wireless, REDMOTE supports all controls necessary to operate the
camera, including Record Start / Stop, Shutter Speed, White Balance, ISO and programmable User Keys.
A color LCD displays critical camera parameters, including media and battery capacity, timecode and clip
name, lens data and exposure information.
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 2.0 based power source
such as a laptop PC 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
approximately 50 ft.
DIGITAL MAGAZINE (MEDIA)
REDCODE RAW compressed MOTION clips and STILL images; time code, multi-channel audio and
metadata may be recorded to a REDMAG 1.8” SSD magazine of 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB
capacity.
Each clip is recorded with a unique name in a clip folder with the extension .RDC. This folder contains all
appropriate information describing the clip, including one or more REDCODE RAW .R3D files and all color
grading metadata and other system level metadata such as lens and location information. Refer to CLIP
NAMING CONVENTIONS.
The individual clip folders are placed into a magazine folder (i.e. root directory) on the digital media. This
magazine folder has the extension .RDM. As this folder contains all the recorded clips; copying all clips
recorded on the SSD to other media may be performed by a drag and drop operation on the .RDM folder.
Note: When using a RED STATION in conjunction with a 512GB REDMAG, an AC Power Adaptor
will be required for offload. The RED STATION may not function properly when powered by a USB
or Firewire cable.
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 this name is:
Camera Letter + Reel Number + Month + Day
e.g. A001_C002_0502**.RDC
Where: A = camera A, 001 = reel 001, C002 = clip 002, and 0502 = May 02, and the digits * * are two
random characters generated by the camera to prevent any possibility of duplicate names being created.
So a three Clip sequence of Clip Folders within a Magazine Folder on Camera A would look like this:
A001_C001_0502**.RDC
The scheme provides flexibility to uniquely identify Clips from different cameras on a multi-camera shoot.
For example three cameras, slated as camera A, camera B, and camera C respectively, can generate
these easily recognizable clips on their respective digital media Magazines.
A001_C001_0502**.RDC B001_C001_0502**.RDC C001_C001_0502**.RDC
3D (STEREO) CAMERA SHOOTS
The scheme also allows unique identification of Clips from left and right eye cameras on a stereo shoot.
For example two cameras, both slated as Camera S, can generate these easily recognizable clips on their
respective digital media Magazines.
S001_L001_0502**.RDC S001_R001_0502**.RDC
For more information refer to APPENDIX F: 3D SETUP / OPERATION > CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS.
SMPTE TIMECODE
Time Code (TC) is a SMPTE timecode track that synchronizes to the camera’s high precision internal
clock, or if operated in Jam Sync mode, references to an externally supplied SMPTE master timecode
signal. TC is a sequential code that is continuous from frame to frame, but is discontinuous from clip to
clip.
Edge Code (EC) 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. EC is equivalent to RUN RECORD commonly found on broadcast cameras.
Irrespective of the timecode mode selected, once recording starts the camera’s timecode counter will
update at the same instantaneous frame rate as the recording. This ensures that a valid SMPTE timecode
value is created for every frame in the clip, eliminating any timecode count jumps that could affect
playback or 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.
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.
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Under typical operating conditions, a REDVOLT
minutes and a REDVOLT
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XL battery will run the camera and accessories for about 90 minutes.
battery will run the camera and accessories for about 30
CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS
This section describes the available operational controls on the RED DSMC camera Brain, Side SSD
Module, Side Handle and REDMOTE accessories.
• Power / Record Button: Powers camera Up / Down and initiates Record Stop / Start
• Power Status LED: Indicates Power status:
o LED Red = Power Present, Camera OFF
o LED Yellow = Power present, Camera Booting
o LED Green = Power present, Camera ON
o LED Green Blinking = Power present. Running on Battery
o LED Yellow Blinking = Power present. 5-10 minutes of Battery time left
o LED Red Blinking = Power present. Less than 5 minutes of Battery time left
• Record Status LED: Indicates record status:
A
B
C
Power / Record Button / Status LEDs
Power Status LED
Power / Record Button
Record Status LED
o LED Off = No Media present.
o LED Green = Ready to Record
o LED Red Constant = Recording
o LED Red Slow Blink = Recording, 25% Media Left
o LED Red Fast Blink = Recording, 5% Media Left
o LED Yellow = Finalizing
• Both LEDs: Indicates camera status:
o Both LEDs Green Blink = firmware update in Progress
SIDE SSD MODULE
A
B
C
D
E
Side SSD Module Controls
SSD Slot
User Key 1
User Key 2
Focus / Record Button
Media Indicator
• SSD Slot: Slot for REDMAG 1.8” SSD digital media Magazine.
• User Key 1: Initiates user defined camera function. Undefined by Default.
• User Key 2: Initiates user defined camera function. Undefined by Default.
• User Key 1 + User Key 2 : Press both keys to Eject (unmount) REDMAG 1.8” SSD Magazine.
• Focus / Record Button: Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record.
• Media Indicator LED: Indicates status of media:
o LED Off = No Media
o LED Green = Ready to Record
o LED Red Constant = Recording
o LED Red Slow Blink = Recording, 25% Media Left
o LED Red Fast Blink = Recording, 5% Media Left
o LED Yellow = Finalizing
o LED Yellow Blinking = Media Access (Format etc...)
•Navigation Group: Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera parameter for
adjustment, and adjustment of selected camera parameter.
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.
•User Keys: User Function Keys A-D. 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 – Toggles Focus Assist indicator
- User Key B – Performs White Balance calculation.
- User Key C – Toggles False Color > 1:1 Magnify
- User Key D – Toggles False Color > Exposure Check
•System Keys: Function is defined by System Firmware.
- Upper: Toggles False Color > Exposure Check
- Center: Not currently defined
- Lower: Ejects (unmounts) the currently selected Media
WARNING: THE SIDE HANDLE IS NOT HOT SWAPPABLE - MEANING YOU CANNOT REMOVE OR
INSTALL WHILE THE CAMERA IS POWERED ON. BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE SIDE
HANDLE, YOU MUST POWER DOWN THE CAMERA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN
DAMAGE TO THE SIDE HANDLE AND / OR CAMERA BRAIN THAT IS NOT COVERED BY
WARRANTY.
To install the side handle:
1. Power down the camera if necessary.
2. Remove the brain side plate (if installed) by removing the single screw located at the bottom.
3. Rotate upwards to disengage lip at top of side plate from camera brain.
4. Insert the lip at the top of the side handle into the area where the lip from the side plate was installed.
5. Rotate side handle down flush along side of camera brain.
6. Rotate thumbscrew upwards until tight. Ensure side handle is secure to camera brain. You may have
to apply steady pressure to get the screw started.
To install a DSCM Module to the camera, an Adaptor Plate must be purchased separately. The following
procedure details installation of the Adaptor Plate and DSMC Module.
Install the Adapter Plate
5. Power down the camera.
6. Remove the REDMOTE.
7. Place the adapter plate over the v-mount on the rear of the camera brain.
8. Using a T-20 Torx, lightly tighten the four screws. Do not over tighten.
WARNING: DSMC Modules are NOT hot swappable - meaning you cannot remove or install while
the camera is powered on. Before installing or removing a Module, you MUST power down the
camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the Module and / or camera brain that is not
covered by warranty.
Quad Battery Module shown.
1. Insert the lip at the top of the module into the recess at the top of the adaptor plate.
5. Use a T-20 to loosen the screws attaching the adaptor plate the camera brain.
6. Remove the adaptor plate from the camera brain.
REDMOTE
This section describes the physical controls on the REDMOTE. For complete details on REDMOTE
control, refer to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION.
IMPORTANT: For your REDMOTE to operate with this camera build version, ensure your REDMOTE
has been upgraded to the latest firmware. Refer to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION >
MAINTENANCE > UPGRADING REDMOTE FIRMWARE.
REDMOTE Controls
Still/Motion Slider
A
Release Button (L)
B
C
D
E
Record LED
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
Power/Lock Slider
L
Release Button (L)
M
N
USB Connector
• Stills / Motion Slider: Allows selection of STILLS or MOVIE operational modes.
• Rocker Switch: Provides continuous adjustment of parameter specified in USER KEYS menu.
• User Keys: Press to initiate camera functions as defined in USER KEY menu.
RED offers two touchscreen LCDs, a five-inch model with 800 X 400 resolution and a nine-inch with 1280
X 784. Both feature 4:4:4 progressive scan. The touchscreen LCD allows navigation of camera menus and
selection and adjustment of camera parameters by directly touching icons on the screen. Gestures
supported include:
• Tap: Tap on an icon to bring up a quick adjustment display.
• Hold: Touch and hold on an icon to bring up an advanced interface display.
• Slide: Touch and slide on an icon to increment a value.
• Pinch: Touch with two fingers, then open or close to magnify or normalize the video image.
1:1 Magnify
Exposure Check
RED 5” Touchscreen LCD Shown
NOTE: Default functions shown. All keys may be programmed by the user.
CAUTION: When do not use the threaded holes when mounting the display to a RED camera brain.
Doing so may damage the camera or the display.
provided for mounting additional
accessories. Do not use them to
This section describes basic operation, starting from power up, Viewfinder layout and Menu navigation.
WARNING: THE SIDE HANDLE, SIDE SSD MODULE, REAR MODULES AND LENS MOUNT ARE NOT
HOT SWAPPABLE – MEANING YOU CANNOT REMOVE OR INSTALL THEM WHILE THE CAMERA IS
POWERED ON. BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING ANY OF THESE ACCESSORIES, YOU MUST
POWER DOWN THE CAMERA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
ACCESSORY AND / OR CAMERA BRAIN THAT WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Power draw is prioritized as follows when multiple power sources are available to the camera.
The optional QUAD BATTERY MODULE accepts up to four REDVOLT or up to two REDVOLT XL
batteries, which can power the camera and typical accessories.
Quad Battery Module
REDVOLT AND REDVOLT XL
REDVOLT and REDVOLT XL
Note: When multiple batteries are installed in the Quad Battery Module, the power management circuit will
select the lowest charged battery to supply power to the camera. On depletion, a battery may be ejected
from the Quad Battery Module for re-charging, and a new charged battery may be inserted in its place. i.e.
batteries may be hot swapped, there is no need for the operator to power down the camera to replace a
REDVOLT battery when using the Quad Battery Module.
When powering from the Module it is called in the lower UI as Rear Module (RM Bx) Bay number on lower
UI, and identified as Rear 1-4 in the POWER status menu.
In use, an LED on the Quad Battery Module will flash to show the battery currently powering the camera.
Current battery LED indicates status as follow:
• LED Off = No Battery
• LED Constant Green = Battery Not used but Charged
• LED Green Blinking = Battery Used (100% - 11%)
• LED Yellow Blinking = Battery has 10 minutes of run time remaining
• LED Red Blinking = Battery has 5 minutes of run time remaining
• LED Constant Red = Battery Discharged
Remaining batteries will have a steady LED on module.
When current battery reaches 4% charge, the battery module will automatically switch over another
battery, by default the LOWEST charge capacity battery of the remaining batteries installed in the Module.
Battery location and status are displayed in the lower UI. In this case RM B1 (Rear Module, Bay 1).
Battery location and status are also displayed on REDMOTE. In this case RM B3 (Rear Module, Bay 3).
The POWER menu also shows all installed batteries and their state of charge.
EXTERNAL DC POWER
RED DSMC Cameras accept input voltages between 11.5V - 17V D.C and can draw a maximum current
of 12 Amps.
• An appropriate 150W supply with DC output rated at 15V 10A such as AC Power Adapter P/N 740-
0019 available from RED DIGITAL CINEMA.
• RED Charger. For RED Charger you must use 2B-to-1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138.
• RED BRICK
Clip, or RED Cradle via 2B-to-1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138.
• 4-pin XLR DC power sources may be used with the camera via adaptor cable P/N 790-0164.
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140Wh batteries may be used with Backpack Quickplate, RED Quickplate, Battery Belt
Locate the camera’s Power / Record button on the right face of the Brain.
NOTE: This button also serves as a Record Start / Stop button once the camera is powered up.
A
B
C
Power / Record Button / Status LEDs
When an appropriate power source is connected to the Brain, the Power Status LED will illuminate Red. If
it is illuminated, depress and then release the Power / Record button. The Power Status LED will initially
go out and within 5 seconds illuminate Orange to confirm the camera is powering up, then it will illuminate
Green, confirming the camera is powered up and ready to use.
If a formatted REDMAG 1.8” SSD is attached to the Brain, once powered up the Media Status LED will
illuminate Green. If this LED is not illuminated, verify a formatted REDMAG 1.8” SSD is inserted into the
Side SSD Module and / or format the SSD if it has not previously been formatted on the camera.
NOTE: Once powered up, if the Power Status LED illuminates Red, it indicates low remaining
battery capacity and a battery exchange or switch over to external DC power is recommended.
RED LCD/TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXTERNAL MONITORS
The following is a general description of the structure of the camera’s Graphical User Interface (GUI) which
overlays the video monitor signal on the Viewfinder output(s) of the camera.
The GUI is broken down into the following three main sections: the Upper Status Row, the Live Action
Area, and the Lower Status Row. On VIEWFINDER output(s), all three sections are visible, on PREVIEW
outputs only the Live Action Area and associated graphic overlays are visible. On PROGRAM outputs,
none of the graphic overlays are visible, i.e. a PROGRAM output is defined to be a CLEAN FEED output.
UPPER STATUS ROW
Provides immediate feedback on the most critical image composition parameter settings, including (from
Left to Right):
• Playback Access (Touchscreen)
• Current frame capture rate
• ISO Rating
• Shutter Speed (or Shutter Angle)
Whichever parameter is underlined with a red bar may be immediately adjusted by pressing ENTER in the
Navigation Group of the Side Handle or REDMOTE, then using the Scroll Wheel to change the value of
that parameter. To confirm the parameter change press ENTER a second time.
NOTE: Shutter angle is displayed in Relative mode by default, as indicated by Yellow text.
If the red bar is not on the parameter you wish to change, first use the Scroll Wheel to position the red bar
under that parameter, then press ENTER, adjust with the Scroll Wheel and press ENTER a second time to
confirm the value change.
In the above GUI example, the Scroll Wheel has been used to move the red cursor to the Shutter Speed
parameter; and the ENTER key has been pressed. This reveals the Parameter Adjust Widow. Adjust the
value using the Scroll Wheel and then press ENTER to confirm the value change, then close the submenu.
Contains the recorded image area plus Surround View™ look around area, plus overlays for Frame Guide,
Safe Action / Safe Title and the current Clip Name and Timecode values. Each overlay may be color
coded in one of 5 colors to maximize the contrast between the guide(s) and scene being captured.
LOWER STATUS ROW
The Lower Status Row provides feedback on key systems level camera values, including:
If powering camera through DC power, the current voltage will be displayed.
If using a REDBRICK or similar external battery to power the camera through DC IN, power status
displays the current supply voltage available from the battery. Supply voltage decreases as battery is
discharged, the displayed text is color coded as follows:
• Green = 12.0 V and up • Yellow = 11.9 – 11.8 V • Red = 11.7 – 11.6 V
NOTE: The camera will automatically power down if supply voltage drops to 11.5 Volts.
If using a REDVOLT battery in the Side Handle or Battery Module to power the camera, power status
displays the location of the power source (example: SH: Side Handle; RM: Rear Module) and reports the
remaining battery capacity and the displayed text is color coded as follows:
If using a RED BRICK battery connected to DC IN, power status displays BRICK and reports the % of
remaining battery capacity and the displayed text is color coded as follows:
The RAW Clip meter looks a traffic light style meter and indicates if either of the Red, Blue or
Green channels of the RAW sensor data are clipping. This meter is unaffected by White Balance,
ISO, VIEW or LOOK settings and therefore represents a true measurement of the exposure
levels of the sensor at all times. The light goes on when approximately 2% of the pixels of the
corresponding channel are clipping.
RAW NOISE LEVEL BAR
The RAW noise level bar indicates pixels in the image that are in noise. At full height approximately 25% of
the pixels are underexposed and may display noise when pushed at higher ISO or FLUT values in postproduction.
RAW CLIP LEVEL BAR
The RAW clip level bar indicates pixels in the image that are clipping. At full height approximately 25% of
the pixels are overexposed and may not be recoverable by lowering ISO or FLUT values in postproduction.
remaining battery capacity Including current
supply voltage
•Project Frame Rate: Current project TIME
BASE
• Quality: REDCODE setting
• Quality: REDCODE setting
• Resolution Record Resolution
• Resolution Recording Resolution
• RIG: Indicates 3D rig metadata is present
• Shutter Speed: Exposure Time (or Degrees)
• Shutter Sync: Indicates sensor shutter sync
status
•TC: Indicates presence of valid SMPTE
timecode signal
• Timecode: Current timecode value
• White Balance: Color Temp
• Wireless Status: Displays signal strength
when connected wirelessly
NAVIGATING MENUS
The primary method to navigate Menus is via the Scroll Wheel on the REDMOTE or Side Handle. Rotate
clockwise to move right, counter clockwise to move left. However, the Left and Right direction Navigation
Keys (REDMOTE or Side Handle) or Adjustment Ring (Side Handle) may also be used for this purpose.
The Up and Down direction Navigation Keys provide additional navigation functions when pressed:
UP Selects Advanced Settings menu.
DOWN Selects standard Settings menu.
As an example, position the Cursor under the Shutter Speed (24FPS) icon and press the UP Direction Key
to access advanced adjustment values for Shutter Speed.
User-programmable Soft Keys A-D and 1-4 may be accessed by tapping the left or right regions
of the touchscreen. Programming soft keys is expl ai ned lat er in the manual
To lock out the touchscreen operation, touch and hold the MENU icon until the LOCK icon
displays; indicating the touchscreen has been locked out. When locked, the main menu will be displayed.
UNLOCK
To unlock out the touchscreen and allow normal operation, touch and hold the LOCK icon until the
MENU icon displays; indicating the touchscreen has been unlocked.
If a REDVOLT battery is installed in the Side Handle and DC power is connect through the DC IN
connector, the DC IN power supply has priority and will power the camera instead of the battery.
BATTERY
Connect a RED battery to the camera in one of the following ways:
SIDE HANDLE
Attach a Side Handle and insert a REDVOLT battery.
INSTALL
1. Press the battery door release button (A).
2. Open battery door (B).
3. Press upwards on retainer (C).
4. Insert a REDVOLT battery until it is fully seated and retainer (C) clicks into place.
Attach to the camera using a V-Plate and 2B-to-1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138 to the DC IN
connector.
DC POWER
Connect a DC power source to the camera in one of the following ways:
• Plug the RED AC Power Adapter into AC power, and the LEMO connector to the DC IN connector.
• Plug the RED CHARGER into AC power, and the LEMO connector to the DC IN connector via 2B-to-
1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138.
• Plug a 12V XLR based power source into the DC IN connector via adaptor cable P/N 790-0164.
NOTE: The maximum sustainable power load of the DSMC AC Power Adapter is 150W (15V@10A).
The output of the adapter is over current protected, and will shut down if an excess load condition
occurs. If the output trips for any reason, remove any external loads from the camera, such as
lights, motors etc, turn off the Adapter and repeat the above procedure.
POWER UP
Locate the camera’s Power ON / OFF button on the right face of the Brain. If the Power Status LED is
illuminated Red, depress and then release the Power / Record button. If not illuminated, check your
battery charge status or external power source cable connection. Once powered up the Power Status
LED will illuminate Green, confirming the camera is ready to use.
PREPARING TO RECORD
Before each days recording, the camera should be prepared as follows:
- Physically set-up camera as desired.
- Verify camera is using the latest firmware version at www.RED.com/support and if appropriate,
upgrade the camera firmware. Refer to APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE.
- Insert a blank (or previously used but erasable) REDMAG 1.8” SSD and format it.
- Perform a BLACK SHADING CALIBRATION of the Sensor.
- Check your PROJECT SETTINGS (Time Base, Record Resolution, Record Quality, etc.).
- Frame, focus and record.
CONNECT AND FORMAT MEDIA
Identify a REDMAG 1.8” 64GB, 128GB or 256GB SSD that has not previously been recorded to, or is not
a camera master and may therefore be erased and re-used. Aligned the RED logo of the SSD to the
outside, and then push the SSD firmly, but without excessive force, into the slot in the Side SSD Module.
NOTE: When fully inserted, the SSD media protrudes slightly from the SSD slot.
When SSD media is inserted into the camera, the camera will recognize if the media is unformatted:
- On LCD, EVF and external monitors, in the media section of the GUI, NONE will be displayed twice (as
opposed to when no media is inserted, the GUI displays NONE with three dashes below “---“).
- On REDMOTE, NONE will be displayed twice (as opposed to when no media is inserted, the GUI
displays NONE with three dashes below “---“).
- On the Side Handle, NA will be displayed (same as if no media is present).
To format the media select SECONDARY MENUS > MEDIA > FORMAT MEDIA.
When FORMAT is selected, a FORMAT dialog box will appear allowing you to add Camera Identity and
3D Position properties when formatting. When desired options are set, select FORMAT.
NOTE: If any clips will be erased on the attached media, you will be informed of the number.
PERFORM A BLACK SHADING CALIBRATION
Refer to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > MAINTENANCE > CALIBRATION for complete details for
performing a Black Shading Calibration.
The project TIME BASE defines the rate at which the footage will be played back. When changing the
project frame-rate, the sensor frame-rate will default to the project rate, but may be over-ridden using the
sensor frame-rate controls.
Multiple projects with differing time bases may be stored on a media cartridge (SSD.)
To adjust the project TIME BASE, press the MENU button on the Side Handle or REDMOTE. Then use the
Scroll Wheel or Direction Keys to navigate to SETTINGS > PROJECT > TIME BASE and press ENTER.
Adjust to the desired value using the Scroll Wheel and press ENTER once more to confirm.
If using a Touch Screen, select SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > PROJECT > TIME BASE. Adjust by
sliding your finger up / down or tapping on the desired value, and then press anywhere else on the touch
screen to confirm.
To adjust Record Resolution, navigate the Cursor to the RESOLUTION icon in the Upper Status Row and
press the Navigation Group ENTER key. Adjust to the desired value using the Scroll Wheel and press
ENTER a second time to confirm.
If using a Touch Screen, press the RESOLUTION ICON, adjust RESOLUTION by sliding your finger left /
right, or tap on the desired resolution, and then press anywhere else on the touch screen to confirm.
The following Recording Resolutions are currently available:
• 5K
• 5K HD
• 5K 2:1
• 5K WS
• 5K ANA
RECORD QUALITY (REDCODE)
Allows adjustment of REDCODE settings.
Range is 3:1 to 18:1
Default is 8:1
Use the scroll ribbon to select a target REDCODE compression ratio.
The camera will automatically select the closest REDCODE to the desired target.
• 4K
• 4K HD
• 3K
• 3K HD
• 2K
• 2K HD
• 2K WS
• 1K HD
• 1K WS
The display will always show the "current" compression ratio being used by the camera.
If the camera is able to achieve the desired target compression ratio, it will be displayed in white. If the
camera is unable to achieve the target compression ratio, it will be displayed in yellow.
The current compression ratio will automatically be re-calculated when changes are made to Resolution,
If operating on a multi-camera production, enter a different Camera ID for each camera; otherwise skip
this step; the camera is ready to shoot.
The Camera ID is set when the media is formatted. Refer to ADVANCED MENU > MEDIA for details.
RECORDING
Ensure a formatted REDMAG 1.8” SSD is inserted in the camera’s Side SSD Module, then fully depress
any one of the RECORD buttons located on the Brain, Side SSD Module, Side Handle or REDMOTE.
Fully depress again to stop recording. The camera will automatically create a unique and sequential file
name for each clip recorded on the SSD based on the Camera’s I.D set in the MEDIA menu.
REDCODE RAW data recordings store the Color Temperature and Exposure (ISO) and any RGB color
processing values you use in the monitor path as metadata. This metadata is used in REDCINE-X or
other post-production software as initial white balance, exposure and color correction points however,
you are free to change these values at any time when you process the RAW footage.
Time Code and Edge Code values used by the camera are Non Drop Frame (NDF); Drop Frame (DF) is
not supported. Audio is captured uncompressed at 24-bit resolution, 48KHz sample rate per channel.
Digital media such as REDMAG 1.8” SSDs are very robust, but should be treated with equal care as
exposed film or a videotape master. We recommend storing digital media that contains your footage in a
secure location and backing up the data to a digital archival media, such as data tape or hard disk drive.
RECORD INDICATOR
When recording, the RED DSMC camera provides a variety of record indications (tallies):
- Timecode, normally displayed in white colored text, will be displayed in red colored text.
- A small Red dot will appear in the top right corner of the VIEWFINDER output(s).
- The REC LED on the right side of the camera Brain will illuminate Red.
- REDMOTE upper LED will illuminate Red, and the Timecode will turn Red.
- If using a BOMB-EVF, the LED on the front will illuminate Red if Tally is enabled
- SMPTE-RP188 timecode VITC-2 HANC metadata record flag will be enabled on HD-SDI outputs.
- If enabled in the USER KEYS menu, the GPO trigger output in the CNTL connector will pulse.
PLAYBACK
Playback is available on the RED DSMC Camera by going to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS >
PLAYBACK or by touching the Playback arrow icon in the upper Left corner of the GUI.
The Playback function will display.
For complete details, go to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > PLAYBACK.
Displayed in the Upper Display Group of the VIEWFINDER output(s), are FRAMERATE (FPS),
EXPOSURE (ISO), _._ (F/Stop), WHITE BALANCE, RESOLUTION, and QUALITY (REDCODE). These
parameters are adjustable directly through this screen. When using the touchscreen, directly to the right
of these parameters is the MENU icon which when pressed will take you to the secondary camera
set up menus.
ADJUSTMENTS
BASIC SETTING ADJUSTMENTS
SIDE HANDLE / REDMOTE
• The MENU button can be used to ENTER the secondary menus, as well as CANCEL inside lists and
for navigating back up menus.
• Navigate to the desired setting using the NAVIGATION GROUP direction keys and press ENTER.
• Use the Scroll Wheel or Adjustment Ring to increase or decrease the parameter value.
• When the desired value has been selected, press ENTER to set.
BASIC ADJUSTMENTS USING SIDE HANDLE ONLY
Although not recommended, the Side Handle can be used stand alone to make basic adjustments to
FPS, ISO, Shutter Speed, Resolution and REDCODE located on the Main Menu screen. Use the
Navigation Group to make these adjustments while watching the cursor placement under the desired
setting on the side handle LCD. When desired setting is selected, press the Enter button to access, then
use the Scroll Wheel, Directional Pad or Adjustment Ring to make changes. When done, press the Enter
button again to set the changed parameter. The MENU button can be used to ENTER the secondary
menus, as well as CANCEL inside lists and for navigating back up menus.
TOUCHSCREEN
• The MENU ICON can be used to ENTER the secondary menus, as well as CANCEL inside lists and
for navigating back up menus.
• Touch the desired parameter for adjustment.
• Slide your finger across the screen to scroll through the available parameter values.
• When desired the parameter value has been selected, touch anywhere in the screen area to set.
Available options under the MAIN MENU are FRAMERATE (FPS), ISO (SENSITIVITY), F STOP, 1/SEC
(EXPOSURE), WHITE BALANCE, RESOLUTION, and QUALITY (REDCODE).
FPS
FPS is used to to select an image capture frame rate that differs from the Project’s TIME BASE frame
rate.
Ranges are as follows:
FORMAT
5K
5K HD
5K 2:1
5K WS
5K ANA
4K
4K HD
FRAME RATE (FPS)
MIN MAX MIN MAX
1
1
1
1
1
1
1 121
96
96
101
121
96
121
FORMAT
3K
3K HD
2K
2K HD
2K WS
1K HD
1K WS
FRAME RATE (FPS)
1 160
1 160
1 240
1 240
1 303
1 359
1 400
Default is 24 fps (or the selected Project TIME BASE frame rate if not 23.98 or 24.00 fps).
VARISPEED
When a frame rate other than the current TIME BASE has been selected, the FPS text will turn Yellow
and VARISPEED will be shown where the Audio Meter is normally displayed at the lower right of the
display.
Provides quick selection of the most common VARISPEED frame rates.
ADVANCED SETTINGS
When selected a numerical keypad will appear allowing the desired VARISPEED Framerate to be
entered in 1 fps increments. Maximum frame rate is a function of RECORD RESOLUTION and
REDCODE settings. Granularity is 0.001 FPS.
A keypad is available for direct numeric entry of the VARISPEED FPS value. Touch the value bounded by
the + and – labels to bring up, press outside the keypad to confirm the value.
Adjusts the camera’s ISO rating. The sensitivity value is adjustable in 1/3rd stop increments. When the
ISO rating is adjusted, the camera logs the change as metadata and the monitor path reacts
accordingly. Higher ISO values lead to brighter images in the monitor path, and vice versa.
Range is ISO 250 – 12800
Default is ISO 800
F STOP
Aperture controls the depth of field of the subject imaged by the camera, and in combination with the
shutter speed / angle setting controls the amount of light falling on the sensor. i.e. exposure. Increasing
the F stop to a higher number reduces exposure as well as increases the depth of field, decreasing the F
stop to a lower number increases the exposure and decreases the depth of field. You can chose either
1/3 or 1/4 stops.
RED DSMC Ti PL Mount Installed
When a lens equipped with Cooke’s S4/i system is attached to the DSMC Ti PL Mount, the camera will
display the current aperture (F stop) of the attached lens.
DSMC Canon Mount Installed
This menu will appear when a DSMC Canon Mount is installed and a Canon EF or EF-S Lens or
equivalent is attached (a Non-Canon EF or EF-S Lens may not function as smoothly or accurately).
Adjusts the aperture (F stop) of the attached lens.
The attached lens for the example shown is a Canon EF 24-70mm.
Provides the ability to enter the focal distance directly.
Range depends on attached lens.
Default depends on attached lens.
EXPOSURE
BASIC SETTINGS
Adjusts the exposure of each frame captured by the MYSTERIUM X sensor. Shutter speed presets are
provided for all common speeds (and shutter angles) for 24 / 25 fps and 50 / 60 fps project frame rates.
Decreasing Shutter Speed increases the amount of time over which light falls on the sensor, increasing
exposure and motion blur on any objects moving within the frame. Increasing Shutter Speed shortens
the amount of time over which light falls on the sensor, decreasing exposure and motion blur on objects
moving within the frame.
th
Range is 1/24
fps it is 1/24
Default is 1/48
sec – 1/8000th sec - Slowest available speed is 1 second per frame / frame rate, so for 24
When selected, the advanced settings menu allows fine control over the Exposure value, and permits
entry in any of the three following common units – EXPOSURE (Shutter Speed), INTEGRATION TIME or
ABSOLUTE ANGLE (Shutter Angle).
EXPOSURE (SPEED)
Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Speed (1/xx sec).
th
Range is 2 – 1/8000
Default is 1/48
th
Sec - Slowest available speed is 1/frame rate, so for 24 fps it is 1/24th Sec.
Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Integration Time (xx milliseconds).
Range is 0.125 to 41.708 mS (milliseconds)
Default is 20.833 MS
ABSOLUTE ANGLE
Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Angle (xx Degrees).
Range is 1.000 to 360.000 Degrees
Default is 180.0 Degrees
As you adjust any of these three parameters, the camera will automatically calculate the equivalent value
in the other units, but as a quick reference here are some common Speeds and Angles.
When selected, allows additional adjustment of the White Balance. Available options are PRESET,
COLOR TEMP, TINT, and CALCULATE WHITE BALANCE. Press APPLY PRESET for settings to take
effect.
PRESET
Available preset options are:
SHADE
Preset to 9,000K
CLOUDY
Preset to 7,500K
COLOR TEMP
Allows you to manually set Color Temperature in the range from 1,700 to 100,000 KELVIN. Default is
5600K.
Color Temperature calculations assume a pure light source that may not be true in the specific scene
the camera is imaging. To compensate for any residual colorcast, the TINT parameter can adjust the
RGB color balance with a compensating Magenta - Green color component. Default is 0.000. When
selected, a secondary keypad will appear allowing you to enter the desired Tint value directly.
NOTE: Selecting Calc White Balance calculates a new Tint value. This is maintained if the Color Temp is
adjusted via the Color Temp parameter. If you select ANY presets, Tint will be reset to zero, which is the
default value.
CALC WHITE BALANCE
The Calc White Balance function analyzes the central 25% of the image visible in the monitor to
calculate a Color Temperature that will render a white object as white.
To use Calc White Balance function, place a White or Gray object under the ambient light, select the
Calc White Balance function and then press the Calc White Balance function box. Calc White Balance is
also assigned to a User Key on the REDMOTE and Side Handle as a factory default setting.
Range is 3:1 to 18:1
Default is 8:1
Use the scroll ribbon to select a target REDCODE compression ratio.
The camera will automatically select the closest REDCODE to the desired target.
The display will always show the "current" compression ratio being used by the camera.
If the camera is able to achieve the desired target compression ratio, it will be displayed in white. If the
camera is unable to achieve the target compression ratio, it will be displayed in yellow.
The current compression ratio will automatically be re-calculated when changes are made to Resolution,
FPS, HDRX Mode, Media, or Target REDCODE.
Press the Menu button on the REDMOTE / Side Handle or touch the MENU icon on the LCD to
access the Secondary Menus.
Available options in this menu screen are HDR, FOCUS, PRESETS, MEDIA, SETTINGS, and POWER.
EXPOSURE is not implemented at this time.
HDR MENU
Available options are HDR OFF, HDRx and STOPS.
NOTE: HDR mode cannot be modified when in Magnify 1:1 mode.
HDR ON / OFF
By default, HDRx is OFF (HDR button is illuminated Blue). In the Lower Status Group of the Viewfinder
screen, the HDR text is Gray, indicating HDRx is inactive.
To turn HDRx on, navigate to the HDRx button using the Navigation Group and press ENTER, or from
the touchscreen directly touch the HDRx button. In the Lower Status Group of the Viewfinder screen, the
HDR text will turn White, indicating HDRx is active.
STOPS
To adjust the STOPS parameter, select the Stops box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust.
The Focus Menu is used to enable and select Focus parameters including MODE and ZONES.
MODE
MANUAL FOCUS
To adjust the MODE parameter, select the Menu box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust.
Available options are MANUAL and CONFIRM. Default is MANUAL.
MANUAL
When selected all focus operations are manual.
CONFIRM
Enables the Center or Spot focus square for use with manual focus. This mode provides additional
focus assistance to the photographer using RED, YELLOW, and GREEN color changes to the focus spot
window. Inadequate subject illumination and/or contrast may interfere with normal Focus Confirm
operation.
For best results with Focus Confirm, operators should 'rock' the focus ring -- focusing through the point
of optimum focusing and back again in decreasing amplitude -- as when 'zeroing-in' for precision
manual focus.
NOTE: The following menus will ONLY appear if a DSMC Canon Mount is installed with a Canon
or Sigma lens attached.
With a DSMC Canon Mount installed and a supported lens attached, available options become
MANUAL, CONFIRM, SINGLE, CONTINUOUS, TOUCH TRACK, and RACK. Default is MANUAL.
All settings except MANUAL place a single square (Center) or a single rectangle (Spot) on the screen
(depending on the ZONES selection) that indicate where the image is in focus.
Pressing the designated button for spot focus (REDMOTE / Side Handle button A default) will cycle you
through each Focus Mode option in order as you press the button repeatedly.
Performance of Auto Focus may be reduced under the following conditions:
• The subject is dark or distant.
• There is inadequate contrast between the subject and background.
• The scene has reflective highlights.
• The subject is backlit.
• There is inadequate surface contrast/detail inside the window.
NOTE: Edge Mode can be used for additional assistance in these conditions. Refer to SETTINGS
MENU > DISPLAY > TOOLS > EDGE.
Enables the Center or Spot focus square for use with manual focus. This mode provides additional
focus assistance to the photographer using RED, YELLOW, and GREEN color changes to the focus spot
window. Inadequate subject illumination and/or contrast may interfere with normal Focus Confirm
operation.
For best results with Focus Confirm, operators should 'rock' the focus ring -- focusing through the point
of optimum focusing and back again in decreasing amplitude -- as when 'zeroing-in' for precision
manual focus.
SINGLE
A Focus / Record Button half-press performs single-shot AF. Optimized for rapid focus even under lowcontrast conditions. Works with both Center and Spot Zones.
CONTINUOUS
Once engaged with half-press, will attempt to keep objects in AF window in focus. Works best with
good lighting and contrast. Works with both Center and Spot Zones.
TOUCH TRACK
Dynamically updating positionable AF using touchscreen. Works with Spot Zone only. Keep AF Spot on
subject while moving across frame, will continuously focus on spot.
RACK
For quickly selecting two focus points and executing rack focus between them. Focus points are
selected using the Touchscreen. Shutter half-press executes rack movement. Works with Spot Zone
only.
Rack mode remembers the last Center or Spot position and focus setting as the first rack point. A
second rack point needs to be defined by moving the spot window to the desired second location. If the
spot window is not moved, a shutter half-press will only cause the lens to execute a single AF
adjustment on the original Spot. On the other hand, when two rack points have already been defined,
the rack point can be updated by moving the spot to a new location. This will replace the rack point that
is not in focus at that moment.
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM
Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Sigma 10-20mm f/3.5 EX DC HSM
Sigma 20mm f/1.8 EX DG ASP RF
Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG APO Macro HSM II
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM
Sigma APO 50-150mm f/2.8 II EX DC APO HSM
Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5
Zeiss Distagon T* 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss Distagon T* 25mm f/2
Zeiss Distagon T* 28mm f/2
Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/2
Zeiss Planar 50mm f/1.4 ZE
Zeiss Makro-Planar 50mm f/2
Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss Makro-Planar 100mm f/2
Zeiss Distagon T* 18mm f/3.5
Zeiss Distagon T* 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss Distagon T* 25mm f/2
Zeiss Distagon T* 28mm f/2
Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/2
Zeiss Planar 50mm f/1.4 ZE
Zeiss Makro-Planar 50mm f/2
Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4
Zeiss Makro-Planar 100mm f/2
DSMC NIKON MOUNT ELECTRONICALLY SUPPORTED LENSES
AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4 G ED
AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4 G
AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 G
AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8 G ED
AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 G
AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 G ED
AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8 G ED
AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8 G II ED VR
DSMC LEICA-M MOUNT LENSES
The RED DSMC LEICA-M Mount is compatible with all Leica M-series lenses with focal lengths of 50mm
and greater EXCEPT the 50mm f2.0 Dual-Range Summicron. The 50mm Dual-Range Summicron has a