Red Digital Cinema Red One 30.7.0 Operation Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DISCLAIMER ................................... 3
Copyright Notice .......................... 3
Trademark Disclaimer .................. 3
COMPLIANCE ................................. 3
Industrial Canada Emission
Compliance Statements .............. 3
Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Statement ..... 3
Australia and New Zealand
Statement .................................... 4
Japan Statements ........................ 4
European Union Compliance
Statements .................................. 4
BEFORE YOU START ..................... 5
Important Safety Instructions ...... 5
CAMERA CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND
DISPLAYS ........................................ 8
Camera Controls .......................... 8
Left Front of Camera ............... 8
Rear of Camera ....................... 9
Joystick Operation ................ 11
Power On / Off switch ........... 12
Camera Connectors................... 13
Right Side of Camera ............ 13
Rear of Camera ..................... 14
Camera Displays ........................ 15
Camera LCD Status
Display .................................. 15
RED EVF................................ 16
BOMB EVF™ ........................ 17
RED LCD ............................... 18
External HD-SDI or HDMI
Monitors ................................ 19
RED LCD / RED EVF / BOMB EVF / HD-SDI /
HDMI Display Elements......... 20
THEORY OF OPERATION ............. 22
MYSTERIUM® Sensor............... 22
MYSTERIUM X® Sensor ........... 22
Image Processing ...................... 23
Audio Recording ........................ 23
Line Level Inputs ........................ 23
Microphone Level Inputs ........... 23
Video Monitoring Outputs .......... 24
RED LCD, RED EVF and
BOMB EVF ............................ 25
Record Indicator ........................ 26
Recording Errors ................... 26
Digital Magazines ...................... 28
Metadata ............................... 28
Clip Naming Conventions ..... 28
SMPTE Timecode ................. 29
Power Consumption .................. 29
BASIC OPERATION ...................... 30
Power Up / Down ...................... 30
Operating Camera using RED
Charger ...................................... 31
Recharging Batteries using
RED Charger .............................. 31
First Time Use - Setting Up
Your RED ONE .......................... 32
Connecting Media ..................... 32
Project Setup ............................. 33
Resolution ............................. 34
Time Base ............................. 34
Quality ................................... 35
Recording .................................. 35
Playback .................................... 36
Back Focus Adjustment ............ 36
SENSOR MENU CONTROLS ........ 38
Sensitivity .................................. 38
ISO Rating ............................. 38
Color Temp ................................ 39
Auto WB ................................ 39
Tungsten ............................... 39
Daylight ................................. 39
Manual WB............................ 39
Tint ........................................ 39
Shutter Menu ............................. 40
Genlock ................................. 40
Mode ..................................... 40
Speed .................................... 41
Syncro ................................... 42
Phase .................................... 42
Varispeed ................................... 43
Varispeed .............................. 43
Ramp .................................... 43
Frame Rate ........................... 44
Time ...................................... 45
End Rate ............................... 46
Time-Lapse ................................ 46
Enable ................................... 46
Speed .................................... 47
Step Print .............................. 47
Interval .................................. 47
Burst Type ............................. 47
AUDIO / VIDEO MENU
CONTROLS ................................... 49
View ........................................... 49
RAW ...................................... 49
REDcolor ............................... 49
Video.......................................... 49
Look ...................................... 50
Color ..................................... 51
Gain ....................................... 52
Tone ...................................... 53
Flut ........................................ 54
Viewfinder Menu ........................ 54
False Color (Previously
Color) .................................... 54
Meter ..................................... 57
Assists ................................... 61
Zebras ................................... 62
Dark Detail ............................ 63
Open Gate ............................. 64
Audio ......................................... 64
Line Level Inputs ................... 65
Microphone Level Inputs....... 65
Headphone ................................ 65
Volume (Master) .................... 66
Volume Left ........................... 66
Volume Right ......................... 66
Mix ........................................ 66
SYSTEM MENU CONTROLS ........ 67
Sound Menu .............................. 67
REC Enable ........................... 67
Output Level.......................... 67
48V MIC ................................ 68
Media Menu ............................... 68
Pre-Record............................ 68
Unmount ............................... 70
Format ................................... 70
Change.................................. 70
Reset ..................................... 71
Project Menu ............................. 71
Status .................................... 72
Slate ...................................... 73
Configure .............................. 74
Timecode .............................. 78
QT Proxies ............................ 80
Monitor ...................................... 80
Frame Guide ......................... 81
Preview ................................. 85
Test Signal ............................ 85
PVW Refresh (Formerly
HD-SDI) ................................. 87
EVF Refresh .......................... 87
Setup ......................................... 88
Preferences ........................... 88
Maintenance ......................... 97
Setting System Clock ......... 104
Remote ............................... 106
Program .............................. 107
APPENDIX A: UPGRADING
CAMERA FIRMWARE ................. 111
Verify Current Camera
Firmware .................................. 112
Upgrade Procedure ................. 112
APPENDIX B: MANAGING
DIGITAL MEDIA .......................... 115
Media types ............................. 115
Formatting Media .................... 115
Re-formatting Media ................ 118
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Media Capacity Remaining
Status ...................................... 119
Remove Media from Camera
(Unmount) ................................ 119
Procedure A ........................ 120
Procedure B ........................ 120
Procedure C ........................ 121
Copying Media ........................ 121
Erasing Media Using
Macintosh OS X ....................... 121
Erasing Media Using
Windows .................................. 122
SD Memory Card / USB
Memory Devices ...................... 122
SD Memory Card ................ 122
USB Memory Device ........... 122
Media Errors ............................ 123
APPENDIX C: SAVING LOOK /
USER PROFILE ........................... 124
Look ......................................... 124
Export Look ......................... 124
Import Look ......................... 125
User Profile .............................. 125
Export User Profile .............. 125
RED ONE® Operation Guide
Import User Profile .............. 126
Data Not Saved During
Export ...................................... 126
APPENDIX D: INPUT /
OUTPUT CONNECTORS ............ 127
Right Side of Camera .............. 127
Time Code Input / Output ... 127
Aux / RS232 Port ................ 128
Viewfinder (RED EVF)
Interface .............................. 129
Monitor (RED LCD)
Interface .............................. 129
Line Level / Microphone
Level Audio Inputs .............. 129
Line Audio Output ............... 131
Headphone Audio Output ... 131
USB-2 Master ..................... 132
USB-2 Slave ........................ 132
Genlock Input ...................... 133
Program (Dual-link) HD-
SDI ...................................... 133
Preview HD-SDI .................. 134
HDMI ................................... 134
Rear of Camera ....................... 135
DC Power Input ................... 136
Drive Interface ..................... 136
Auxiliary Power Outputs...... 137
APPENDIX E: EXPOSURE TIPS – USING FALSE COLOR AND
ISO ............................................... 138
Underexposure (~ 2 stops) ...... 138
Overexposure (~ 2 stops) ........ 140
Appropriate Exposure .............. 142
Adjusting the ISO Rating ......... 144
APPENDIX F: POST
PRODUCTION ............................. 146
Software Tools......................... 146
RED QuickTime Codec ....... 147
REDCINE-X ......................... 148
APPENDIX G: POSSIBLE ERRORS, ISSUES AND
SOLUTIONS................................. 149
APPENDIX H: ACCESSORY
OPTIONS ..................................... 151
APPENDIX I: MENU MAPS ......... 152
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DISCLAIMER

RED® has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this Operation Guide, which is provided solely for the user’s information. While thought to be accurate, the information in this document is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held responsible for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s interpretation of the language used herein that is different from that intended by RED. All safety and general information is subject to change as a result of changes in local, federal or other applicable laws.
RED reserves the right to revise this Operation Guide and make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. In no event shall RED, its em­ployees or authorized agents be liable to you for any damages or losses, direct or indirect, arising from the use of any technical or operational information contained in this document.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

© 2011 Red.com, Inc.
All trademarks, trade names, logos, icons, images, written material, code, and product names used in as­sociation with the accompanying product are the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual property owned and controlled exclusively by Red.com, Inc.

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER

All other company, brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. RED has no affiliation to, is not associated or sponsored with, and has no express rights in third­party trademarks. MAC® and QuickTime® are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. Intel® is the registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows®, Microsoft Windows® and Windows Vista® are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. AVID® is a registered trademark of Avid Technology, Inc.

COMPLIANCE

INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A 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 A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea­sonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequen-
cy energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION: If the device is changed or modified without permission from Red, the user may void his or her authority to operate the equipment.
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AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT

Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

JAPAN STATEMENTS

EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

Red declares that the equipment described in this document has been tested and is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC and WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.
This declaration is based upon compliance of the product to the following standards:
EN 55022, Information Technology Equipment - Radio Disturbance Characteristics
EN 55024, Information Technology Equipment - Immunity Characteristics
EN 61000-3-2, Limits for harmonic current emissions
EN 61000-3-3, Limits for harmonic current emissions
EN 60065, Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus, Safety requirements
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway. This symbol on the product and accompany­ing documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this product to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge. Alter­natively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste han­dling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with you national legisla­tion.
For business users in the European Union, If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
Responsible party:
Red Digital Cinema.
20291 Valencia Circle
Lake Forest, CA 92630 USA
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BEFORE YOU START

Congratulations on your purchase of a RED ONE camera. This operation guide covers cameras equipped with MYSTERIUM® and MYSTERIUM X® sensors. Please read the safety instructions, then carefully un­pack the camera body any accessories. If there is any physical damage or missing components for your camera body and any accessories, please file a support ticket at www.RED.com/support.
RED ONE Camera

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA
Heed all cautions and warnings in these instructions.
Read these instructions before operating the camera and accessories.
Follow these instructions while operating the camera and accessories.
Keep these instructions with the camera and accessories at all times.
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®.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by RED.
Install camera and accessories in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Avoid imaging of laser beams as they may cause damage to the sensor.
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 the camera in the rain or under other conditions with high moisture and immediately remove the power source if exposed to moisture.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the camera or accessories to rain or moisture.
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.
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.
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.
Maintain sufficient ventilation - DO NOT block any ventilation openings or obstruct cooling fan airflow.
CAUTION: The RED ONE camera ventilation openings require a minimum .40” (1cm) clearance be­tween the camera and any objects. Ventilation should not be impeded by any objects blocking or partially covering the ventilation openings. If this caution is not followed, overheating and possible damage to the camera may occur.
- 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. The recommended storage and usage temperatures for your camera, lenses and other accessories are:
o Operating range: 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F) o Storage range: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
If there are any performance issues with your camera or accessories within this operating range, please file a support ticket on www.RED.com/support.
Do not bypass the third prong of the grounding-type plug on the power cord for the AC Power Adap-
ter or the RED Charger. 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, consult an elec­trician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the AC Power Adapter or the RED Charger power cord from being pinched, walked on or dri-
ven on to prevent the plug from being pulled out of the socket.
Unplug the camera and accessories from power during lightning storms or when unused for long pe-
riods of time.
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