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DISCLAIMER 5

COMPLIANCE 6

INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS 6 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT 6 AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT 7 JAPAN STATEMENTS 7 EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS 7

BEFORE YOU START 10

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10

READ BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA 10

THEORY OF OPERATION 13

MYSTERIUM X® SENSOR 13 IMAGE PROCESSING 13 HDRX™ 14 MAGIC MOTION™ 15 AUDIO RECORDING 15 MICROPHONE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS 15 LINE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS 16 VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS 16

BOMB EVF 17 RED TOUCH LCD 17 HD-SDI 17 HDMI 17

REDMOTE® 18 DIGITAL MAGAZINE (MEDIA) 18

METADATA 19 CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS 20 SMPTE TIMECODE 20 POWER CONSUMPTION 21

CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS 21

BRAIN 21 SIDE SSD MODULE 22 SIDE HANDLE 23

TOP 23 FRONT 24 REAR 25 INSTALLATION / REMOVAL 26

DSMC MODULES 28

PRO I/O MODULE 28 REAR SSD MODULE 29 QUAD BATTERY MODULE 29 DUAL BATTERY MODULE 30 MODULE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL 30

REDMOTE 34

NAVIGATION GROUP 35

DISPLAYS 35

BOMB EVF AND BOMB EVF (OLED) 35 TOUCHSCREEN LCD 37

BASIC OPERATION 38

POWER SOURCES 38

SIDE HANDLE 38 QUAD BATTERY MODULE 39 REDVOLT AND REDVOLT XL 39 BACKPACK QUICKPLATE 40 AC POWER ADAPTOR - (DSMC) 41 EXTERNAL DC POWER 43 POWER UP 43 POWER DOWN 44

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE AND NAVIGATION 45

RED LCD/TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXTERNAL MONITORS45 SIDE HANDLE 52 REDMOTE 52

NAVIGATING MENUS 53 USING TOUCHSCREEN LCD 53

TOUCHSCREEN SHORTCUTS 55 ACCESSING SOFT KEYS 56 POWER DOWN 57 LOCK / UNLOCK TOUCHSCREEN OPRERATION 58

FIRST TIME USE – SETTING UP YOUR RED EPIC 59

ATTACH POWER SOURCE 59

BATTERY 59 QUAD BATTERY MODULE 60 RED BRICK 60 DC POWER 60

POWER UP 61 PREPARING TO RECORD 61

CONNECT AND FORMAT MEDIA 61 PERFORM A BLACK SHADING CALIBRATION 62 ADJUST PROJECT SETTINGS 62

RECORDING 64

RECORD INDICATOR 65

PLAYBACK 66

MENU CONTROLS 67

ADJUSTMENTS 67

BASIC SETTING ADJUSTMENTS 67 ADVANCED SETTING MENUS 68

MAIN MENU 69

FPS 69

VARISPEED 69 BASIC SETTINGS 70 ADVANCED SETTINGS 70

ISO (SENSITIVITY) 71 F STOP 71 EXPOSURE 73

BASIC SETTINGS 73 ADVANCED SETTINGS 74

WHITE BALANCE 76

BASIC SETTINGS 76 ADVANCED SETTINGS 77

RESOLUTION 78 REDCODE 79

REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES 79

SECONDARY MENUS 80

HDR MENU 80

HDR ON / OFF 80 STOPS 81

FOCUS MENU 81

MODE 82 ZONES 84 ENHANCED A/F 87

LENS INFORMATION DISPLAY 91

RED DSMC TI PL MOUNT + LENS 91 DSMC CANON MOUNT + LENS 91

EXPOSURE MENU 92

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PRESETS MENU 92

CAMERA PRESETS 92 LOOKS PRESETS 96 AUTO PRESETS 97

MEDIA MENU 97

SELECT MEDIA 98 FORMAT MEDIA 98 EJECT MEDIA 99 UTILITIES 99

SETTINGS MENU 101

DISPLAY 101 LOOK 119 PROJECT 122 SYSTEM STATUS 125 AUDIO 125 RECORDING 128 SETUP 135 MAINTENANCE 144 PLAYBACK 154

POWER 160

POWER STATUS 160 SHUTDOWN 161 POWER OUT 162 POWER SAVE 162

APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE 164

VERIFY CURRENT CAMERA FIRMWARE 164 UPGRADE PROCEDURE 164 RESTORE DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS 164

APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA 165

MEDIA 165 FORMATTING MEDIA 165 MEDIA CAPACITY REMAINING STATUS 167 EJECT MEDIA FROM CAMERA (UNMOUNT) 167

USING REDMOTE / TOUCHSCREEN LCD 168 USING SIDE HANDLE 169 USING SIDE SSD 169

COPYING MEDIA 169 ERASING MEDIA 170

MACINTOSH OS X 170 WINDOWS 170

APPENDIX C: INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS 171

CAMERA BRAIN FRONT 171

MIC-1, MIC-2 (MICROPHONE AUDIO) 172

CAMERA BRAIN REAR 173

HD-SDI 174 HEADPHONE 174 SYNC (VIDEO SYNC) 175 CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) 177 GIG-E (ETHERNET) 178 DC IN (POWER INPUT) 179 HDMI OUT 180

SIDE SSD MODULE 180 REDMOTE 181

APPENDIX D: SUPPORTED LENSES 182

DSMC CANON MOUNT ELECTRONICALLY SUPPORTED LENSES 182 DSMC NIKON MOUNT ELECTRONICALLY SUPPORTED LENSES 183 DSMC LEICA-M MOUNT LENSES 183

APPENDIX E: AUDIO SUBSYSTEM INFORMATION 184

AUDIO FORMAT 184 CHANNEL SETUP 184 SOURCE SELECTION 184 CHANNEL MODES 185

BALANCED MICROPHONE 185 UNBALANCED MICROPHONE 185 LINE IN 0 DBU 186 LINE IN 0 VU 186 PHANTOM POWER 186 LIMITER 186

AUDIO RECORDING 186 PEAK METER 187 DATA PATH 188 HD-SDI/HDMI EMBEDDED AUDIO 188 AUDIO DURING PLAYBACK 190

APPENDIX F: DEFAULT KEY FUNCTIONS 192

APPENDIX G: REDMOTE OPERATION 194

CONTROL, CONNECTORS AND

DISPLAY 194

CONTROLS 194

OPERATION 197

DOCKING AND UNDOCKING 197 POWER UP / DOWN 198 RECORDING 199 ACCESSING CAMERA CONTROLS / SETTINGS 200 ADVANCED OPERATION: REDMOTE MENUS 201

INTERNAL BATTERY 209

CHARGE STATUS 209 BATTERY LIFE 210 CHARGING 210

UPGRADE REDMOTE FIRMWARE 211

UPGRADE REDMOTE THROUGH DSMC 211 UPGRADE REDMOTE (MACINTOSH) 211 UPGRADE REDMOTE (WINDOWS) 217

APPENDIX H: 3D SETUP / OPERATION 224

OVERVIEW 224 CAMERA SETUP 224

MASTER CAMERA 224 SLAVE CAMERA 224

CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS 225

REEL NO. / SLATE (CAMERA ID) / CAMERA POSITION 225

CONNECTING CAMERAS 226 OPERATION 227

CHANGING SETTINGS 227 RECORDING 227 POWER DOWN 228

APPENDIX I: EXPOSURE – USING FALSE COLOR AND ISO 229

UNDEREXPOSURE (~ 2 STOPS) 229 OVEREXPOSURE (~ 2 STOPS) 231 APPROPRIATE EXPOSURE 233 ADJUSTING THE ISO RATING 235

APPENDIX J: POSTPRODUCTION 237

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MONITORING 237

REDCINE-X® PRO 238

APPENDIX K: MAINTENANCE 239

CLEANING 239

CAMERA AND ACCESSORY EXTERIOR SURFACES 239 BRAIN 239 LCD SCREEN (TOUCHSCREEN / NON-TOUCHSCREEN) 239 EVF 240 REDMOTE SCREEN 240 LENSES 240 SIDE HANDLE LCD 240

BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT 241

APPENDIX L: TROUBLESHOOTING 242

NO MEDIA ATTACHED 243 RECORDING HALTED: RECORD ERROR - SHUTDOWN 243 PRESET COULD NOT BE APPLIED 243 CAMERA CANNOT BE PAIRED TO REDMOTE 243 CANNOT SEE MENUS ON LCD TOUCH SCREEN 243

APPENDIX M: TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS 244

CAMERA BRAIN DIMENSIONS 245

FRONT VIEW 245 SIDE VIEW 246 TOP VIEW 247 BOTTOM VIEW 247 BACK VIEW 248

APPENDIX N: RESOLUTION CHART 249

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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.

For comments or questions specifically about the Operations Guide content, please send a detailed message to

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COMPLIANCE

INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

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:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 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.

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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.

EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

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

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ETSI EN 301 489 General EMC requirements for radio equipment

Information

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:

France

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

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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.

Responsible party:

RED Digital Cinema 34 Parker Irvine, CA 92618 USA

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BEFORE YOU START

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

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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.

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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:

Operating range: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)

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Storage range: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F)

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If there are any performance issues with your camera or accessories when operating within this

temperature range, please file a support ticket on

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.

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WARNING: Do not expose the battery to excessive heat.

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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 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 EFS 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.

Each RAW frame or sequence of RAW frames in a clip is compressed using proprietary wavelet based

REDCODE

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.

RAW compression, then stored to a digital media Magazine such as REDMAG™ 1.8” SSD.

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.

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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.

NOTE: The supplied REDCINE-X® PRO application software can create and export .RMD “color 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 Postproduction. Refer to SECONDARY MENUS > PRESETS for details how to import and apply .RMD file metadata.

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.

For example, 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.

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).

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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.

NOTE: HDRx mode can be used with sensor syncing.

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 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 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+30dB to +60dB. 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.

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LINE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS

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.

, or RED LCD) plus one PROGRAM output and one PREVIEW output

All monitors are able to display a variety of features, 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.

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BOMB EVF

The BOMB EVFs are high-definition, lightweight viewfinders that align quality performance with compact form factor.

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.

RED TOUCH LCD

The RED TOUCH LCD pixel progressive scan color displays allow you to view your image and navigate through menu settings using touchscreen functionality.

HD-SDI

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

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REDMOTE®

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

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 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.

REDMAG 1.8” SSD

magazine of 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB capacity.

CLIP

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Typical Magazine Folder and Clip Structure

For additional information about digital magazines, refer to APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA.

METADATA

RED’s family of DSMC cameras record the Metadata, which is data for each frame of the recording:

Clip Name Time Code Date and GMT Lens and shutter speed / angle parameters Audio configuration Firmware version # media serial # LTC user bits (3 32-bit word reg-dump from ISP)

s4i static data s4i dynamic data GMT time/data RGB curves shadow control Luma curve Lens name, brand, ID, near focus, far focus Camera Network Name Production Name

Director Name DP Name Copyright Unit Camera Name Location Scene Take Accelerometer Data Gyro Data

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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 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 A001_C002_0502**.RDC A001_C003_0502**.RDC

MULTI CAMERA SHOOTS

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.

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EPIC BRAIN

Power Status LED

Indicates Power Status:

Power/Record Button

Powers Camera Up / Down and Indicates Record Stop / Start

Record Status LED

Indicates Record Status:

C B

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 REDVOLT

minutes and a REDVOLT

XL battery will run the camera and accessories for about 90 minutes.

CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS

This section describes the available operational controls on the RED DSMC camera Brain, Side SSD Module, Side Handle and REDMOTE accessories.

BRAIN

battery will run the camera and accessories for about 30

A. Power Status LED B. Power/Record Button C. Record Status LED

LED Red = Power Present, Camera OFF LED Yellow = Power Present, Camera Booting LED Green = Power Present, Camera ON LED Green Blinking = Power Present, Running on Battery LED Yellow Blinking = Power Present, 5-10 Minutes of Battery Time Left LED Red Blinking = Power Present, Less than 5 Minues of Battery Time Left

LED Off = No Media Present

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LED Green = Ready to Record

Both LEDs

Indicates Camera Status:

Side SSD Module

SSD Slot

Slot for REDMAG 1.8” SSD Digital Media Magazine

S-SSD User Key 1

Initiates User Defined Camera Function. Undefined by Default

S-SSD User Key 2

Initiates User Defined Camera Function. Undefined by Default

S-SSD User Key 1 + 2

The specific function of pressing these keys may be programmed by

Focus/Record Button

Touch for Auto Focus, Fully Depress to Start or Stop Record

Media Indicator LED

Indicates Status of Media:

FRONT

REAR

D E

LED Red Constant = Recording LED Red Slow Blink = Recording, 25% Media Left LED Red Fast Blink = Recording, 5% Media Left LED Yellow = Finalizing

Both LEDs Green Blink = Firmware Update in Progress

SIDE SSD MODULE

A. SSD Slot B. S-SSD User Key 1 C. S-SSD User Key 2 D. Focus/Record Button E. Media Indicator

the user. By default, press both keys to Eject (Unmount) REDMAG 1.8” SSD Magazine

LED Off = No Media LED Green = Ready to Record LED Red Constant = Recording LED Red Slow Blink = Recording, 25% Media Left LED Red Fast Blink = Recording, 5% Media Left LED Yellow = Finalizing LED Yellow Blinking = Media Access (Format etc…)

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Side Handle - Top

Battery Door Release

Releases Side Handle battery door to permit battery exchange Focus/Record Button

Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record

Adjustment Ring

Selects and adjusts camera parameter values. Similar to the scroll

SH User Keys 1-4

The specific functions for each key are defined by the LCD screen.

LCD Display

Displays key camera parameter values

LCD Backlight Button

Enables LCD backlight

C D E F

SIDE HANDLE

TOP

A. Battery Release B. Focus/Record Button C. SH Rotary Front D. SH User Keys 1-4 E. LCD Display F. LCD Backlight Button

Button

NOTE: Side Handle (SH) controls can be locked/unlocked by holding the 1 and 4 buttons simultaneously.

wheel on the navigation group. Can assign different functions to clockwise and counter-clockwise directions

Defaults are: 1 = ISO 2 = F-Stop 3 = Shutter Speed 4 = Color Temperature

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Side Handle – Front

Stills/Movie Switch

The specific function of this switch may be programmed by the user.

FRONT

A. Stills/Movie Switch

Default settings are as follows: STILLS = Change focus mode to Still Movie = Changes focus mode to Movie/Motion

The DSMC has two AF modes: one for stills and one for movies/motion. In Stills mode, you can select a specific AF setting, and then go to Movie/Motion mode and change your AF setting. By default, the Stills/Movie Switch toggles between these two AF settings.

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Side Handle – Rear

Menu Button

Press to access / camera setup menus

Rocker Switch

The specific function of these keys may be programmed by the user. Navigation Group

Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera

SH User Keys A-D

The specific function of these keys may be programmed by the user.

SH User Keys 5-7

Function is defined by System Firmware:

Thumbwheel Lock

Locks Side Handle in position on camera

A B C

E F

REAR

A. Menu Button B. Rocker Switch C. Navigation Group D. SH User Keys A-D E. SH User Keys 5-7 F. Thumbwheel Lock

Default Settings are as follows: Rocker Switch+ = Opens Iris Rocker Switch - = Closes Iris

parameter for adjustment and adjustment of selected camera parameter

Default settings are as follows: 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

User Key 5 = Toggles False Color > Exposure Check User Key 6 = Disabled User Key 7 = Eject Media

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Side Handle Navigation Group

Scroll Wheel

Selects and adjusts camera parameter value

Direction Keys

Navigates camera menus and may select parameter for adjustment

Enter Button

Confirms selected parameter value adjustment

NAVIGATION GROUP

A. Scroll Wheel B. Direction Keys C. Enter Button

INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

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.

Remove Screw and Rotate Side Plate Upwards to Remove

4. Insert the lip at the top of the side handle into the area where the lip from the side plate was installed.

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Insert Lip into Top of Camera Brain Press Side Handle Flush Against Camera Brain Rotate Thumbwheel Upwards Until Tight

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 remove the side handle:

1. Power down the camera if necessary.

2. Rotate the thumbscrew downwards until detached from camera body.

Rotate Thumbwheel Downwards Until Loose Rotate Side Handle Upwards to Remove Disengage Lip from Top of Camera Brain

3. Rotate upwards and pull down to disengage lip at top of side handle from camera brain.

4. Remove side handle from camera.

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DSMC MODULES

PRO I/O MODULE

The PRO I/O MODULE brings together the essential I/O connections into one module, providing a central hub for professional audio and video components.

Centralized ports make it easy to manage connections and cables LCD/EVF port allows you to connect an additional RED LCD or EVF Customize triggers and interface with third-party GPIO and RS232 control devices using RED Pro I/O cables Attach an additional DSMC module or a REDMOTE to the back of the PRO I/O MODULE for additional expansion Internal cooling system maintains appropriate operating temperature

Pro I/O Module

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Battery Eject Button

REAR SSD MODULE

The Rear SSD Module secures onto the back of the DSMC brain to serve as a rear location for recording onto 1.8" REDMAG SSD media.

Rear SSD Module

QUAD BATTERY MODULE

The QUAD BATTERY MODULE holds up to 4 REDVOLTs or 2 REDVOLT-XLs Batteries may be hot swapped

Quad Battery Module

Shown with REDVOLT Batteries Installed

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DUAL BATTERY MODULE

The DUAL BATTERY MODULE holds up to 2 REDVOLTs Batteries may be hot swapped

Dual Battery Module

Shown with REDVOLT Batteries Installed

MODULE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

To install a DSMC 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

1. Power down the camera.

2. Remove the REDMOTE.

3. Place the adapter plate over the v-mount on the rear of the camera brain.

Place the Adaptor Plate Over the V-Mount on the Rear of the Camera Brain

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1 2 3 4 1 3

4. Using a T-20 Torx, lightly tighten the four screws. Do not over tighten.

Tighten Four Screws Do Not Over Tighten

5. Tighten the screws again in a cross pattern until tight.

Tighten Screws Again in a Cross Pattern Until Tight

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ATTACHING THE DSMC MODULE

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.

Insert Lip at Top of Adaptor Plate Rotate Module Down Until Flush with Adaptor

2. Rotate module down flush with the rear of the adaptor plate.

Apply Steady Pressure

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3. While applying steady pressure to hold the module against the adaptor plate, use a T-20 Torx

screwdriver to rotate the lock on the adapter plate clockwise to secure the module.

Press Module Flush with Adaptor Rotate Lock Clockwise Until Red Dot Lines Up with Lock Icon

4. Installation is now complete.

To remove the DSMC Module and Adaptor Plate:

1. Power down the camera.

2. Use a T-20 Torx screwdriver to rotate the lock on the adapter plate to the Unlock position.

3. Rotate the module upwards and down to disengage lip at top of battery from adaptor plate.

4. Remove module from adapter 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.

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REDMOTE

Still/Motion Slider

Allows selection of STILLS or MOVIE operational modes

Release Button (L)

Record LED

Power LED

Rocker Switch

Provides continuous adjustment of parameter specified in USER KEYS

User Keys A-D

Press to initiate camera functions as defined in USER KEY menu.

MENU Button

Press to access / camera setup menus

Soft Menu Keys 1-3

Function is defined on the LCD screen. For complete information refer Navigation Group

Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera Focus/Record Button

Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record

A B C D

G F H

N M L

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.

A. Still/Motion Slider B. Release Button (L) C. Record LED D. Power LED E. Rocker Switch F. User Keys A-D G. MENU Button H. Soft Menu Keys 1-3 I. Navigation Group J. Focus/Record Button K. Soft Menu Keys 4-8 L. Power/Lock Slider M. Release Button (L) N. USB Connector

Default settings are as follows: User Key A = Toggles Focus Assist Indicator User Key B = Toggles False Color > RAW Check User Key C = Toggles False Color > 1:1 Magnify User Key D = Toggles False Color > Exposure Check

to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION > OPERATION > REDMOTE MENUS > SOFT MENU BUTTONS 1-3

parameter and adjustment of selected camera parameter

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Soft Menu Keys 4-8

For complete information refer to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE Power/Lock Slider

Slide and hold down for two seconds to power up / down REDMOTE Release Button (L)

USB Connector

REDMOTE Navigation Group

C B

OPERATION > OPERATION > REDMOTE MENUS > SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8

and / or cameras. Slide up to lock keys

NAVIGATION GROUP

A. Scroll Wheel B. Direction Keys C. Enter Button

DISPLAYS

BOMB EVF AND BOMB EVF (OLED)

BOMB EVF is a high-definition, lightweight viewfinder that aligns quality performance with compact form

factor.

Resolution: 1280 (wide) x 784 (high) full-color Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 typical Available diopter range: +2.0 to -5.0.I

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BOMB EVF

A B C

A. Focus Ring B. Talley Light C. Brightness Controls

RED BOMB EVF (OLED) brings advanced OLED technology into the field, providing truer blacks and more color accurate images

Resolution: 1280 (wide) x 1024 (high) full-color Contrast Ratio: > 1000:1 typical Available diopter range: +2.0 to -5.0.I.I

A. Focus Ring B. Talley Light C. Brightness Controls

NOTE: The specific function of EVF user keys (B/C) may be programmed by the user.

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Touchscreen LCD – 5” LCD Shown

TOUCHSCREEN LCD

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.

Double-Tap

Hold:

Touch and hold on an icon to bring up an advanced interface display.

Slide

Pinch:

gesture is disabled.

When a menu or drop-down menu is open, touch and slide to increment a value.

Touch with two fingers, then open or close to magnify or normalize the video image. By default, this

If the monitor is in Clean mode, changes to Menus mode.

A. User Key 1 1:1 Magnify B. Backlight Adjust C. User Key 2 Exposure Check

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.

Do Not Use Threaded Holes to Mount LCD to the Camera

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BASIC OPERATION

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.

1. DC (Voltage) or Brick (%)

2. Battery Module batteries

3. Side Handle battery

POWER SOURCES

SIDE HANDLE

The optional Side Handle accepts one REDVOLT.

Side Handle Battery Compartment

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QUAD BATTERY MODULE

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 REVOLT 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.

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BACKPACK QUICKPLATE

The optional BACKPACK QUICKPLATE attaches directly to the back of the DSMC BACKPACK to provide a compact REDBRICK configuration for EPIC or SCARLET-X.

NOTE: DSMC BACKPACK is required for use of the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE.

Backpack Quickplate

REDBRICK

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AC POWER ADAPTOR - (DSMC)

AC Power Adaptor (DSMC)

When powering the DSMC with the A/C Power Adaptor, you can see the incoming voltage and source (DC) on the lower part of the screen. You can also see the power information in the POWER status menu.

Power Details

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

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LED Green Blinking = Battery Used 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 to 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).

Power Status on REDMOTE

The POWER menu also shows all installed batteries and their state of charge.

Power Menu

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EPIC BRAIN

A C B

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 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.

POWER UP

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.

140Wh batteries may be used with Backpack Quickplate, RED Quickplate, Battery Belt Clip, or

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.

A. Power Status LED B. Power/Record Button C. Record Status LED

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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.

POWER DOWN

The camera can be powered down in two ways:

Using REDMOTE or Side Handle Menu controls, or via Touch Screen LCD icons. Refer to SECONDARY MENUS > POWER. Depress and continue to hold the Power / Record button in its fully depressed position until the INITIATING CAMERA SHUTDOWN shows on the display. After Power Down, the Power Status LED will illuminate Red, if an appropriate power source is available.

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FRAME RATE ISO F-STOP SHUTTE R WHITE BALANCE RESOLUTION QUALITY

LENS INFO

FRAME GUIDE

NEXT CLIP

PICTURE CENTER / SPOT FOCUS

TEMPERATURE

TIMECODE

MEDIA SOURCE /

FALSE COLOR

HDRx

DROP

REDMOTE

RESOLUTION /

RAW CLIP

RAW NOISE

RAW CLIP

LEVEL BAR

AUDIO METER

POWER SHUTTER SYNC

GENLOCK

MAGNIFY

RIG

CALIBRATION

HISTOGRAM

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE AND NAVIGATION

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.

CHANGE

PROJECT FRAME RATE / QUALITY

LEVEL BAR

METER

The display elements include:

Audio Meter:

Cal:T/E

Audio input selection and levels

: Indicator of relative change in sensor temperature and exposure since your last calibration

SOURCE / STATUS

near clip

Clip Meter:

Cursors:

RGB sensor RAW clipping status

Reference cursors – Safe Action / Safe

Title, Picture Center, Grid Overlay

Clip Level Bar:

Relative number of RAW pixels

Indicates if any frames were dropped during

Drop:

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recording of the clip

Noise Level Bar:

Relative number of RAW pixels

F Stop:

are installed

False Color Mode:

mode

Frame Guide:

Frame Rate:

Genlock:

signal / HD-SDI sync to genlock

HDR Mode:

Histogram:

ISO Rating:

LAN:

connection

Lens Info:

Canon or Cooke lenses.

Magnify:

Media Status:

media capacity in %

Menu ICON :

touchscreen LCD - Opens the Secondary Menus

Next Clip Filename:

be shot next

Functional when optional mount and lens

Displays false color overlay

Record or Projection area

Current frame capture rate

Indicates presence of valid Genlock

Displays HDRx mode status

RGB Histogram.

Camera sensitivity

Indicates communication via Ethernet

Lens information when using specific

Tallies 1:1 if magnify is selected

Media location and remaining

In the upper Right corner on the

Filename of the clip that will

in noise

Playback ICON :

touchscreen LCD - Accesses the Playback Function

Power:

remaining battery capacity Including current supply voltage

Project Frame Rate:

Quality:

Resolution

RIG:

RM:

Shutter Speed:

Shutter Sync:

status

TC:

signal and Jam Sync status

Temperature:

temperature in that order (xx/xxC)

Timecode:

White Balance:

Indicates D.C supply voltage or % of

REDCODE setting

Record Resolution

Indicates 3D rig metadata is present

Indicates communication to REDMOTE

Indicates presence of valid SMPTE timecode

Current timecode value

In the upper Left corner on the

Current project TIME BASE

Exposure Time (or Degrees)

Indicates sensor shutter sync

Displays camera sensor and core

Color Temperature

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) White Balance Record Resolution

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Record Quality Secondary Menus Access (Touchscreen)

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 Absolute 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 sub-menu.

LIVE ACTION AREA

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.

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LOWER STATUS ROW

The Lower Status Row provides feedback on key systems level camera values, including:

Clip Settings Exposure (Histogram)

Temperature, Power & Sync Media Status

Power Status Audio Levels

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ICON Behavior

CAL:T/E

T or E Green - No change in sensor temperature or exposure from the levels recorded during calibration T or E Yellow - Slight change in sensor temperature or exposure from the levels recorded during calibration T or E Red - Significant change in sensor temperature or exposure from the levels recorded during calibration The - and + indicate whether the sensor temperature or exposure has decreased or increased

NOTE: The T and E change colors independently of each other.

TC Gray - No analog time code is currently detected TC Red - Analog time code is being detected, but the use of it is not enabled TC Green - Analog time code is being used to jam the time of day time code. TC will revert to gray if the signal is no longer detected

GEN

GEN Gray - No genlock signal is currently detected, or the presented signal cannot crosslock to project (24.00 fps vs. 23.98 fps) GEN Red - During process of sync, or if genlock is lost while recording GEN Green - A genlock signal matching the current HD-SDI monitor rate has been locked to it GEN Yellow - When timing is cross-locking to compatible but not matching monitor rate. i.e. genlock =

24.00, HD-SDI monitor rate = 25.00

NOTE: 3D operation should not be done if GEN is yellow. This is a warning that genlock source settings and camera settings are not aligned. Phasing of the sync between cameras cannot be guaranteed when GEN is yellow.

SYNC

SYNC Gray - The sensor sync mode is not Genlock SYNC Red - The sensor sync mode is Genlock, but it is not locked to any genlock signal, or genlock or sensor sync is lost while recording SYNC Green - A genlock signal compatible with the HD-SDI monitor rate has been locked to and the sensor timing is also locked to it

POWER STATUS

If powering camera through DC power, the current voltage will be displayed. If using batteries, the remaining battery time displays.

If using a REDBRICK or similar external battery to power the camera through DC IN, power status displays

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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:

Green: >10 minutes Yellow: 5-10 minutes Red: <5 minutes

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:

Green: >10 minutes Yellow: 5-10 minutes Red: <5 minutes

RAW CLIP METER

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.

RAW NOISE LEVEL BAR

The RAW noise bar displays the amount of pixels in the image that are in noise. For example, if the bar is about 1/8 of the total height, this would indicate approximately 1/8 of the total pixels in the image are at an exposure level at risk of displaying noise when pushed at higher ISO or FLUT values in post-production.

RAW CLIP LEVEL BAR

The RAW clip level bar displays the amount of pixels in the image that are clipping. For example, if the bar is about 1/4 of the total height, this would indicate approximately 1/8 of the total pixels in the image are at an exposure level at risk of clipping and may not be recoverable by lowering ISO or FLUT values in postproduction.

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SIDE HANDLE

Side Handle LCD Display

As you navigate and adjust settings on the camera (main menu settings only), they will be reflected on the Side Handle LCD display.

The display elements include:

Frame Rate:

ISO Rating:

Power:

Quality:

Image capture rate

Camera sensitivity Camera power status (DC Shown) REDCODE setting

REDMOTE

Resolution:

Shutter Speed:

White Balance:

Recording Resolution

Exposure Time (or Degrees)

Color Temp

REDMOTE Display

The display elements include:

Battery Indicator:

status (shown) of REDMOTE

Camera ID:

Clip Filename:

shot

Clip Meter:

False Color Mode:

Displays camera ID (DEFAULT shown)

RGB sensor RAW clipping status

Displays battery life or charge

Filename of the clip that will be

Displays false color overlay

mode

Frame Rate:

Genlock:

signal / HD-SDI sync to genlock

HDR Mode:

Histogram:

ISO Rating:

Current frame capture rate

Indicates presence of valid Genlock

Displays HDRx mode status

RGB Histogram

Camera sensitivity

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Indicates communication via Ethernet

LAN:

Resolution

Recording Resolution

connection

Magnify:

Media Status:

media capacity in %

Power:

remaining battery capacity Including current supply voltage

Project Frame Rate:

Quality:

Resolution

Tallies 1:1 if magnify is selected

Media location and remaining

Indicates D.C supply voltage or % of

Current project TIME BASE REDCODE setting REDCODE setting

Record Resolution

Indicates 3D rig metadata is present

RIG:

Shutter Speed:

Shutter Sync:

status

Indicates presence of valid SMPTE timecode

TC:

signal

Timecode:

White Balance:

Wireless Status:

connected wirelessly

Exposure Time (or Degrees)

Indicates sensor shutter sync

Current timecode value

Color Temp

Displays signal strength when

NAVIGATING MENUS

The primary method to navigate Menus is via the Scroll Wheel on the REDMOTE or Side Handle. Press Enter to open the menu, and then rotate the Scroll Wheel 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 Navigation Key selects the Advanced Settings menu when pressed (if parameter has an Advanced 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.

USING TOUCHSCREEN LCD

If operating a Touchscreen LCD, camera menu navigation may be made through finger gestures.

To adjust a parameter value, simply touch it, and then swipe the finger left / right to adjust its value. To access an advanced parameter settings display, press and hold down on the parameter icon. Touch anywhere outside the overlay windows to enter the value changes and to hide the sub-menus.

To enter the Secondary Menus, touch the MENU icon .

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To return to the Main Menus, touch the MENU icon again. To access the Playback function, touch the arrow.

To exit the Playback function, touch the circle.

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TOUCHSCREEN SHORTCUTS

The bottom portion of the touchscreen contains shortcuts to the most-used camera screens.

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ACCESSING SOFT KEYS

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 explained later in the manual.

Soft Key without Labels

Soft Key with Labels

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POWER DOWN

NOTE: Camera will automatically power down if supply voltage drops to 11.5 Volts.

POWER MENU

1. Select the MENU icon in the right corner of the Upper Status Bar to reveal the Secondary Menus.

2. Select POWER.

3. Select SHUTDOWN.

4. The camera will immediately power down.

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LOCK / UNLOCK TOUCHSCREEN OPRERATION

LOCK

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.

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FIRST TIME USE – SETTING UP YOUR RED EPIC

ATTACH POWER SOURCE

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

Press Battery Door Release Button (A) Open Battery Door (B) Press Upwards on Retainer (C) Insert a REDVOLT Battery Until it is Fully Seated and Retainer (C) Clicks into Place

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.

5. Close battery door.

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A B

R EMOVE

1. Press the battery door release button (A).

2. Open battery door (B).

3. Press upwards on retainer (C) to release battery.

4. Remove battery from side handle.

QUAD BATTERY MODULE

Attach a Quad Battery Module and insert one or more REDVOLT batteries.

INSTALL

Insert battery into desired location and press until a click is heard and battery is seated.

REMOVE

Remove Battery

1. Press the battery eject button (A) for desired battery.

2. When battery pops out, remove battery from battery module (B).

RED BRICK

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.

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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 camera firmware. Refer to 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.

APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE.

www.RED.com/support

and if appropriate, upgrade the

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.

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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.

ADJUST PROJECT SETTINGS

TIME BASE

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.

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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.

The following TIME BASES are currently available:

23.98 fps

24.00 fps

25.00 fps

29.97 fps

47.96 fps

48.00 fps

50.00 fps

59.94 fps

RECORD RESOLUTION

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 ANA 4K 4K HD

3K HD 2K 2K HD

1K HD 1K WS

5K WS

2K WS

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.

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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.

CAMERA ID (SLATE)

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.

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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.

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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.

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MENU CONTROLS

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. To close an alpha numeric keypad when entering information directly, tap anywhere on the screen outside the keypad.

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ADVANCED SETTING MENUS

At this time, only FRAMERATE, F-STOP, SHUTTER SPEED and WHITE BALANCE on the MAIN MENU have advanced settings.

SIDE HANDLE / REDMOTE

1. Navigate to the desired setting using the NAVIGATION GROUP direction keys and then press the UP directional key.

2. Use the direction keys to navigate to the desired parameter adjustment field and press ENTER to confirm.

3. Use the Scroll Wheel to adjust the selected parameter value.

4. When desired selection is made, press the MENU button to set.

TOUCHSCREEN

1. Press and hold the desired parameter to gain access to advanced setting adjustments.

2. Press the field - a keypad type menu may appear to allow adjustments.

3. Press the desired parameter settings to adjust.

4. When desired selection is made, press anywhere in the screen area to set and exit the advanced settings submenu.

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FRAME RATE (FPS)

MIN

MAX

MIN

MAX

5K HD

3K HD

160

5K 2:1

101

240

5K WS

121

2K HD

240

5K ANA

2K WS

303

121

1K HD

359

4K HD

121

1K WS

400

MAIN MENU

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 select an image capture frame rate that differs from the Project’s TIME BASE frame rate.

Ranges are as follows:

FORMAT

1 160

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.

NOTE: Audio is not recorded in VARISPEED mode.

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BASIC SETTINGS

Provides quick selection of the most common 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.

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ISO (SENSITIVITY)

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.

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BASIC SETTINGS

Allows adjustment of the aperture (F stop) of the attached lens. The range will vary depending on the attached lens.

ADVANCED SETTINGS

When selected, the advanced settings menu allows fine control over the f-stop value under APERTURE and focal distance under FOCUS.

APERTURE (F STOP)

Provides the ability to enter the F stop value directly.

Range depends on attached lens.

Default depends on attached lens.

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FOCUS

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.

Range is 1/24 it is 1/24

Default is 1/48

If the camera is able to achieve the desired target exposure, it will be displayed in white. If the camera is unable to achieve the target exposure, it will be displayed in yellow.

sec – 1/8000th sec - Slowest available speed is 1 second per frame / frame rate, so for 24 fps

sec.

Sec.

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ADVANCED SETTINGS

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).

Range is 2 – 1/8000

Sec - Slowest available speed is 1/frame rate, so for 24 fps it is 1/24th Sec.

Default is 1/48th Sec.

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INTEGRATION TIME

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

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SHUTTER

DEGREES

SHUTTER

DEGREES

1/32

270

1/120

1/48

180

1/192

1/50

172.8

1/348

22.5

1/60

144

1/696

1/96

1/1000

8.6

DEGREES

SHUTTER

DEGREES

SHUTTER

270

1/32

1/120

180

1/48

1/192

172.8

1/50

22.5

1/348

144

1/60

1/696

1/96

8.6

1/1000

the other units, but as a quick reference here are some common Speeds and Angles.

Convert Shutter Speed to Absolute Angle (for 24 FPS)

Equivalent Degrees = (Shutter Speed x Frame Rate x 360) E.g. = (1/48 x 24 x 360) = (8640/48) = 180

Convert Absolute Angles to Shutter Speed (for 24 FPS)

Equivalent Shutter = 1 / (Frame Rate x 360 / Angle) E.g. = 1/ (24 x 360/180) = 1/ (8640/180) = 1/48

WHITE BALANCE

BASIC SETTINGS

Allows you to manually set Color Temperature in the range from 1,700 to 100,000 KELVIN.

Range is 1,700 K to 10,000 K.

Default is 5600K.

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ADVANCED SETTINGS

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

Cloudy

Daylight

Flash

: Preset to 9,000K

: Preset to 5,500K

: Preset to 7,500K

: Preset to 5,600K

Fluorescent

Tungsten

Incandescent

: Preset to 4,500K

: Preset to 3,200K

: Preset to 2,800K

COLOR TEMP

Allows you to manually set Color Temperature in the range from 1,700 to 100,000 KELVIN. Default is 5600K.

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TINT

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.

RESOLUTION

Allows adjustment of resolution.

Default is 5K 2:1

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FRAME RATE (FPS)

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.

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.

REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES

Minimum frame rate is 1 sec per frame; maximum frame rate is a function of REDCODE setting, and record resolution:

FORMAT

100

120

150

175

210

250

288

2:1

ANA

3:1

4:1

6:1

7:1

8:1

3:1

4:1

6:1

3:1

4:1

6:1

3:1

5:1

3:1

5:1

6:1

8:1

6:1

8:1

5:1

6:1

5:1

6:1

9:1

8:1

7:1

10:1

9:1

8:1

7:1

12:1

11:1

9:1

8:1

12:1

10:1

9:1

12:1

10:1

300

3:1

4:1

5:1

6:1

3:1

4:1

3:1

5:1

6:1

3:1

4:1

7:1

6:1

4:1

8:1

7:1

5:1

8:1

5:1

9:1

8:1

5:1

10:1

6:1

8:1

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FRAME RATE (FPS)

FORMAT

100

120

150

175

210

250

288

5:1

4:1

3:1

5:1

3:1

4:1

3:1

4:1

3:1

4:1

3:1

5:1

6:1

3:1

7:1

4:1

3:1

4:1

3:1

SECONDARY MENUS

Press the Menu button on the REDMOTE / Side Handle or touch the MENU icon on the LCD to access the Secondary Menus.

6:1

7:1

4:1

300

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.

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STOPS

To adjust the STOPS parameter, select the Stops box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust.

Range is 1 to 6.

Default is 2.

FOCUS MENU

The Focus Menu is used to enable and select Focus parameters including MODE, ZONES, and ENHANCED A/F.

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MODE

MANUAL FOCUS

You can select either MANUAL or CONFIRM. The default is MANUAL.

MANUAL

When selected, all focus operations are manual.

CONFIRM

Enables the Center or Spot focus target square. 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.

AUTO 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 target square on the screen (depending on the ZONES selection) that indicates 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.

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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.

MANUAL

When selected, all focus operations are manual.

CONFIRM

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.

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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.

ZONES

Available options are CENTER and SPOT. Default is CENTER. This control allows selection of the boxes used to indicate objects in/out of focus.

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CENTER

Provides a large target square for focus. When objects located in the target are in focus, the square is Yellow or Green. When objects located in the square are out of focus, the square is Red.

SPOT

Provides a small target for precise focus (similar to Center focus, only smaller). When objects located in the target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the target is Red.

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SPOT FOCUS INDICATOR

Moving

The spot focus square can be moved around the screen.

Touchscreen

Press and hold the Touchscreen on the location you wish to relocate the Spot Focus window. While pressing on the touchscreen, you can drag and reposition the focus target.

Side Handle / REDMOTE

1. Navigate to the focus menu.

2. Press the down arrow on the Navigation Group.

3. The spot focus square line weight will increase and the Red cursor under FOCUS will dim slightly.

4. Use the directional arrows to move the Spot Focus square to the desired location.

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5. Press the ENTER button.

6. To exit, Press the MENU button.

Resizing

The spot focus square can be resized using the Navigational Wheel or the Touchscreen.

Touchscreen

Each double-tap the Spot window will step through the three possible window sizes. After reaching the largest size, the sequence will restart with the window at the smallest size.

Side Handle / REDMOTE

After following Steps 1-3 in the instructions for Spot window repositioning (see above), simply rotate the Scroll Wheel to cycle through the three possible window sizes. Press MENU to exit.

ENHANCED A/F

Enhanced A/F has an auto-focus algorithm that offers better performance and improved visual indicators when in Confirm mode. After you select the ENHANCED A/F checkbox, all monitors that are currently set to Overlay or Menus mode will be dedicated to only using the Enhanced A/F feature. Each monitor using Enhanced A/F will be in Clean mode (no overlay) with a set resolution of 720p and update frequency of 60 Hz. (You cannot select a frequency other than 60 Hz at this time.) You will no longer have control over these monitors until you disable the Enhanced A/F feature.

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CONFIRM INDICATORS

You can select any of the following CONFIRM INDICATORS when using Enhanced A/F: NONE, CIRCLE, BAR, and PIE.

NOTE: You must be in Confirm mode in order to see the confirm indicators on the screen.

NONE

A square target displays, and operates just like the target square in Confirm mode

When objects located in the target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the target is Red.

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CIRCLE

A yellow circle displays around a square target. When objects located in the square target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green, and the yellow circle is almost the same size as the square. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the square target is Red, and the yellow circle gets bigger.

BAR

A bar target displays. When objects located in the target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green, and the vertical bar on the right side is filled up. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the bar target is Red and the vertical bar on the left side is almost empty.

PIE

A pie target displays. When objects located in the target are in focus, the pie target is Yellow or Green, and

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the line around the curve is filled up. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the pie target is Red and the line around the curve is almost empty.

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LENS INFORMATION DISPLAY

RED DSMC TI PL MOUNT + LENS

When a RED DSMC Ti PL Mount is installed and a Lens equipped with Cooke’s S4/i system (or equivalent is attached, the Focal Length and Focal Distance is displayed on the LCD, EVF and external monitors.

The focal length and focal distance values and range will vary depending on the attached lens. When the focal length or focal distance of the lens is manipulated, the current values are displayed.

DSMC CANON MOUNT + LENS

When a DSMC Canon Mount is installed, and a Canon EF or EF-S Lens or equivalent is attached, the Focal Length and Focal Distance is displayed on the LCD, EVF and external monitors. When AF is set to Manual or Confirm mode, the focus distance displays as a pair of Near - Far distances. When it is in AF mode, a single estimated Focus distance is displayed.

The focal length and focal distance values and range will vary depending on the attached lens. When the focal length of the lens is manipulated, the current value is displayed under Focal Length. The Focal Distance can be changed under MAIN MENU > -.- (F-STOP) > ADVANCED SETTINGS.

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EXPOSURE MENU

Not implemented at this time.

PRESETS MENU

CAMERA PRESETS

Camera Presets are used to store and recall camera setup information such as LOOKs, key mappings, I/O configuration, etc.

Your RED DSMC camera has a number of factory-installed presets.

APPLYING A PRESET

1. Select PRESETS from the secondary menus

2. Select the desired preset from the selection ribbon

3. Press APPLY button

4. Use the selection ribbon to select

Custom presets may be created to store groups of camera settings. For example; White Balance and ISO settings for a particular shooting location can be captured as a preset and easily recalled later.

Presets can also be saved on an SSD and applied to other RED DSMC cameras.

CREATING A PRESET

1. Select PRESETS from the secondary menus

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2. Select CREATE and enter a name for the new preset

3. Press OK on keyboard to save the preset name

4. Copy the desired settings from the left box of the interface to the right box using the select one (-->) or All -> button

5. Select and press CREATE button (upper right corner of the screen)

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6. The preset has been created and is now stored on the camera.

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SHARING PRESETS

Presets may be shared between RED DSMC cameras using SSD media.

Camera to Camera

Camera to Multiple Cameras

Select PRESETS from the secondary menu:

Select Presets from Secondary Menu

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COPY PRESETS FROM CAMERA TO SSD

Use scroll ribbon to select desired preset in camera box Use --> button to add the preset to the SSD box

COPY PRESETS FROM SSD TO CAMERA

Use scroll ribbon to select desired preset in SSD box Use <-- button to add the preset to the Camera box The following window will appear

Select YES to copy the preset to the camera and apply the setting Select No to copy the preset to the camera without applying the settings

LOOKS PRESETS

Look Presets allows you to save the specific color, image, white balance, and detail settings to be used for other projects. As looks are created, they will be displayed alphabetically.

Looks Presets

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For detailed information on LOOKs, see the REDCINE-X Operation Guide, available on RED.com

AUTO PRESETS

The Auto Presets function allows you to specify pre-selected presets on Startup and for Preview and Playback

MEDIA MENU

The Media Menu is used to format media (SSD) prior to use on the camera as well as to Eject (unmount) the media prior to removal from the camera. Available options when selected are SELECT MEDIA, FORMAT MEDIA, EJECT MEDIA, and UTILITIES.

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IMPORTANT: Media MUST be ejected from the camera before removal to prevent corruption and/or loss of data on media.

SELECT MEDIA

Allows you to select the Media location to be used by the camera. Default is the Side SSD (S-SSD) Module.

FORMAT MEDIA

When selected, a new dialog box will appear allowing you to add properties to the media highlighted in the Current Media box when formatting. Available options are REEL NO, CAM ID, CAM POS, and FORMAT to format the media with the values entered.

NOTE: If clips are present on the media, you will be informed of how many clips will be erased when you format the media.

REEL NO.

When selected a keypad will appear allowing you to enter a value between 1 and 999.

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CAMERA ID (SLATE)

Identifies the camera with a letter A through Z. Default is A.

CAMERA POS (POSITION)

Identifies the camera position as Right, Left or Center. Default is Center.

EDGE TIMECODE START

Users may manually enter an Edge Timecode value (seldom used).

FORMAT

When selected, formats the media and adds the selected properties.

During formatting, the camera will display “Formatting” with a Green status bar. REDMOTE will also display this message. When formatting is complete, camera will display “The magazine was successfully re-formatted. The digital magazine is ready for immediate use. REDMOTE will also display this message.

EJECT MEDIA

When selected will Eject (unmount) the media highlighted in the Select Media box.

When ejected, camera will display “Media Ejected Successfully”. REDMOTE will also display this message.

UTILITIES

Options are SECURE FORMAT.

SECURE FORMAT

Secure Format is a low-level format the rebuilds the SSD file system. It should only be used if the performance of the SSD is in question.

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NOTE: If clips are present on the media, you will be informed of how many clips will be erased when you secure format the media.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DISCLAIMER

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER

COMPLIANCE

INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT

JAPAN STATEMENTS

EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

BEFORE YOU START

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA

THEORY OF OPERATION

MYSTERIUM X® SENSOR

IMAGE PROCESSING

HDRX™

MAGIC MOTION™

AUDIO RECORDING

MICROPHONE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS

LINE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS

VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS

BOMB EVF

RED TOUCH LCD

HD-SDI

HDMI

REDMOTE®

DIGITAL MAGAZINE (MEDIA)

METADATA

CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS

MULTI CAMERA SHOOTS

3D (STEREO) CAMERA SHOOTS

SMPTE TIMECODE

POWER CONSUMPTION

CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS

BRAIN

Side SSD Module

SIDE HANDLE

FRONT

REAR

NAVIGATION GROUP

INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

DSMC MODULES

PRO I/O MODULE

Rear SSD Module

QUAD BATTERY MODULE

DUAL BATTERY MODULE

MODULE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

ATTACHING THE DSMC MODULE

REDMOTE

NAVIGATION GROUP

DISPLAYS

BOMB EVF AND BOMB EVF (OLED)

TOUCHSCREEN LCD

BASIC OPERATION

POWER SOURCES

SIDE HANDLE

QUAD BATTERY MODULE

REDVOLT AND REDVOLT XL

BACKPACK QUICKPLATE

AC POWER ADAPTOR - (DSMC)

EXTERNAL DC POWER

POWER UP

POWER DOWN

GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE AND NAVIGATION

RED LCD/TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXTERNAL MONITORS

UPPER STATUS ROW

LIVE ACTION AREA

LOWER STATUS ROW

POWER STATUS

RAW CLIP METER

RAW NOISE LEVEL BAR

RAW CLIP LEVEL BAR

SIDE HANDLE

REDMOTE

NAVIGATING MENUS