RED DSMC O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC | SCARLET | V5.1 DRAGON | MYSTERIUM-X RED.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TABLE OF CONTENTS Disclaimer 4 Copyright Notice 4 Trademark Disclaimer 4 Compliance Statements 4 Safety Instructions 6 Chapter 1: DSMC Overview 7 DRAGON Sensor 7 MYSTERIUM-X ® Sensor 7 Image Processing 8 HDRx 8 Magic Motion 9 Audio Recording 9 Microphone Level Analog Inputs 9 Line Level Analog Inputs 9 Video Monitoring Outputs 10 Lens Mounts 11 REDMOTE 11 SMPTE Timecode 11 Additional Resources 11 Chapter 2: Components and Modules 12 Brain 12 SIDE S
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Back Focus Adjustment Appendix G: Troubleshoot Your DSMC No Media Attached Recording Halted: Record Error–Shutdown Preset Could Not Be Applied Camera Cannot Be Paired to REDMOTE Cannot See Menus on LCD Touchscreen Appendix H: Technical Specifications EPIC DRAGON EPIC MYSTERIUM-X SCARLET DRAGON SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X DSMC Brain Dimensions Appendix I: Menu Map COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E DISCLAIMER RED has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in these installation instructions, which are 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E JAPAN STATEMENTS FRANCE 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. Usage Restrictions - Geographic Area Where Restriction Applies : France For mainland France 2.400 - 2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 01 DSMC OVERVIEW Congratulations on your purchase of one of the following RED DSMC ® Digital Still and Motion Cameras: EPIC-M EPIC-X SCARLET-X Each RED DSMC has either a DRAGON sensor or a MYSTERIUM-X sensor. 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E IMAGE PROCESSING The digital image received from the sensor is formatted as a pixel defect corrected (but in all other aspects unprocessed) 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 ® RAW compression, then stored to a digital media magazine such as the REDMAG ™ 1.8” SSD.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS In its default configuration, the RED DSMC camera can simultaneously support one VIEWFINDER output (suitable for use by a BOMB EVF ® , or RED LCD) plus one PROGRAM output and one PREVIEW output (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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E LENS MOUNTS The RED DSMC comes with a DSMC TI 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 15 mm offset studio and 15 mm lightweight rods are also available. Other lens mounts, including the DSMC CANON MOUNT, are available, permitting the use of Canon EF and EF-S photographic lenses.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 02 COMPONENTS AND MODULES This section provides an overview of the DSMC components and modules. 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E BRAIN LEDS LED COLOR/BLINKING DESCRIPTION POWER STATUS LED Red Power present; camera off (PWR) Yellow Power present; camera booting Green Power present; camera on Green blinking Power present; running on battery Yellow blinking Power present; 5–10 minutes of battery time left Red blinking Power present; less than 5 minutes of battery time left RECORD STATUS LED Off No media present (REC) Green Ready to record Red Recording Red slow blinking
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SIDE SSD MODULE WARNING: The SIDE SSD MODULE is NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install the module while the camera is powered on. Before installing or removing the SIDE SSD MODULE, you MUST power down the camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the module or DSMC that will not be covered under warranty.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SIDE HANDLE The DSMC SIDE HANDLE provides the following: A battery compartment for one REDVOLT battery. An LCD display that shows key camera parameter values. Many programmable user keys and buttons. For a full list of all SIDE HANDLE user keys and their default actions, go to “Default Key Functions” on page 129. SIDE HANDLE Front (left), SIDE HANDLE Rear (right) SIDE HANDLE Top COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E INSTALL SIDE HANDLE WARNING: The SIDE HANDLE is NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install the SIDE HANDLE 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 or DSMC that will not be covered under warranty. REQUIRED TOOL: T10 Torx ® driver 1. Power down the camera. 2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Internal cooling system maintains appropriate operating temperature. PRO I/O MODULE 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 four REDVOLTs or two REDVOLT-XLs. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Batteries may be hot swapped. QUAD BATTERY MODULE DUAL BATTERY MODULE The DUAL BATTERY MODULE holds up to two REDVOLTs. Batteries may be hot swapped. DUAL BATTERY MODULE INSTALL MODULES Use the instructions in this section to install and remove DSMC modules. INSTALL MODULE ADAPTOR REQUIRED TOOL: T20 Torx ® driver You must install a MODULE ADAPTOR to the back of the camera brain before you install a DSMC module.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 3. Place the MODULE ADAPTOR over the V-mount on the rear of the camera brain. MODULE ADAPTOR 4. Use a T20 Torx driver to tighten the screws by about two turns in a cross pattern. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN. 5. Fully tighten the screws in a cross pattern. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Install Screws ATTACH DSMC MODULE WARNING: The DSMC modules are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install the modules while the camera is powered on.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 1. Insert the lip at the top of the module into the recess at the top of the MODULE ADAPTOR. Insert Module Lip 2. Rotate the module down flush with the rear of the MODULE ADAPTOR. Press Module Flush 3. While applying steady pressure to hold the module against the MODULE ADAPTOR, use a T20 Torx driver to rotate the lock on the MODULE ADAPTOR clockwise to the Lock position in order to secure the module.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 4. Remove the module from the MODULE ADAPTOR. Remove Module 5. Use a T20 Torx driver to loosen the screws attaching the MODULE ADAPTOR to the camera brain. Loosen MODULE ADAPTOR 6. Remove the MODULE ADAPTOR from the camera brain. REDMOTE The REDMOTE is a camera control unit for RED DSMCs that attaches to the rear of the camera Brain or rearmost expansion module.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E your REDMOTE to the most recent REDMOTE firmware. REDMOTE DISPLAYS BOMB EVFS For a full list of all EVF user keys and their default actions, go to “Default Key Functions” on page 129. BOMB EVF (LCOS) The BOMB EVF (LCOS) 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Contrast Ratio: > 1000:1 typical Available diopter range: +2.0 to -5.0.I.I BOMB EVF (LCOS) TOUCHSCREEN LCD RED offers two touchscreen LCDs: RED TOUCH 5.0” LCD with 800 X 400 resolution RED TOUCH 9.0” LCD with 1280 X 784 resolution Both touchscreen LCDs feature 4:4:4 progressive scan. You can navigate the DSMC menus and adjust camera parameters by directly touching icons on the touchscreen LCD screen.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TOUCHSCREEN LCD PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: Do NOT use the threaded holes when mounting the LCD to the RED camera brain. Doing so may damage the camera or the display. Do Not Use Threaded Holes to Mount to DSMC NOTE: Do NOT use the RED LCD as a handle to lift or carry the DSMC. Damage to the RED LCD or other components of the DSMC system caused by using the RED LCD as a handle are not covered under warranty.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 03 POWER THE DSMC POWER CONSUMPTION The camera draws approximately 60 watts when recording in 5K resolution, at 24 FPS in 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 ® battery will run the camera and accessories for about 30 minutes and a REDVOLT ® XL battery will run the camera and accessories for about 90 minutes.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E INSTALL REDVOLT IN SIDE HANDLE 1. Press the battery door release button at the top of the SIDE HANDLE. The battery door opens. SIDE HANDLE Battery Door 2. Press up on the red retainer. 3. While still pressing the red retainer up, insert a REDVOLT battery until it is fully seated and the retainer clicks into place. 4. Close battery door. REMOVE REDVOLT FROM SIDE HANDLE 1. Press the battery door release button at the top of the SIDE HANDLE.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E QUAD BATTERY MODULE: REDVOLT AND REDVOLT XL 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. 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E INSTALL BATTERIES IN QUAD BATTERY MODULE Insert one REDVOLT or REDVOLT XL battery into each desired location and press until you hear a click and the battery is seated. REMOVE BATTERIES FROM QUAD BATTERY MODULE 1. Press the black rectangular battery eject button next to the battery that you want to eject. 2. When the battery pops out, remove the battery from the QUAD BATTERY MODULE.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E QUICKPLATE MODULE CONNECTORS The QUICKPLATE MODULE has two industry-standard 0B 2-pin auxiliary ports to keep your third-party accessories powered when shooting. The two auxiliary connectors provide a maximum combined output of 3.8 A. For example, if you’re pulling 2.0 A out of one port, you can pull up to 1.8 A out of the other port.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E BACKPACK QUICKPLATE AND BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT) The optional BACKPACK QUICKPLATE and BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT) attach to the back of the BACKPACK BASE PLATE to provide a compact RED BRICK configuration for your DSMC. NOTE: BACKPACK BASE PLATE is required for use of the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE and the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT).
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E When connecting a cable to an auxiliary connector, align the key and red mark on the auxiliary connector with the corresponding key on the cable connector.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E AC POWER ADAPTOR: (DSMC) The maximum sustainable power load of the AC POWER ADAPTOR (DSMC) is 150W (15V@10A). The output of the AC POWER ADAPTOR (DSMC) is over current protected, and the adaptor 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) and unplug the adaptor. AC POWER ADAPTOR (DSMC) EXTERNAL DC POWER The DSMC accepts input voltages of 11.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E POWER DOWN NOTE: The DSMC automatically powers down if the supply voltage drops to 11.5 Volts. Use either of the following ways to power down the DSMC: Go to Menu > Power and select Shutdown. Press and continue to hold the Power/Record button in its fully depressed position until the Shutting Down notification shows on the display. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 04 GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE RED LCD, TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXTERNAL MONITORS The following is a general description of the structure of the camera’s graphical user interface that overlays the video monitor signal on the Viewfinder outputs of the camera.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Frame Rate: Current frame capture rate Genlock: Indicates presence of valid Genlock signal/HD-SDI sync to genlock HDR Mode: Displays HDRx mode status Histogram: RGB Histogram.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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 cross-lock to project (24.00 FPS vs. 23.98 FPS). GEN Red: During process of sync, or genlock is lost while recording.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Timecode: Current timecode value White Balance: Color Temp Wireless Status: Displays signal strength when connected wirelessly NAVIGATE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 05 BASIC MENUS Basic Menus are the menus that are available at the top row of the display screen. The Basic Menus include: Frame Rate (FPS), ISO (Sensitivity), F Stop, Exposure, White Balance, Resolution, and REDCODE (Quality). This section gives an overview of each of the Basic Menus, and directs you to the corresponding sections in the “Advanced Menus” chapter for more information.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E F STOP The 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, which is the 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Select the Advanced... button to access the Settings > Look > Color Temperature screen. For more information about these settings, go to “Color Temperature” on page 55. RESOLUTION Select the resolution of your project. Select the Advanced... button to access the Settings > Project > Format screen. For more information about the available resolutions for your camera and the advanced format settings, go to “Format” on page 61.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC DRAGON: REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES The table below describes the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio for each format and frame rate combination. The number in each body cell refers to the number to the left of the colon in the compression ratio (the “x” of “x:1”). For example, when your project format is 5K and your capture frame rate is 24 FPS, the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio is 3:1.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CAPTURE FRAME RATE (FPS) FORMAT 12 24 25 30 48 50 60 72 75 90 96 100 120 150 175 210 250 288 300 400 4K 5:4 3 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 3.5K 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 8 3.5K 2:1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 3.5K WS 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 5 6 3.5K HD 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 5 5 6 6 6 7 3.5K 3:2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 7 7 7 3.5K 4:3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 3.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC MYSTERIUM-X: REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES The table below describes the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio for each format and frame rate combination. The number in each body cell refers to the number to the left of the colon in the compression ratio (the “x” of “x:1”). For example, when your project format is 5K and your capture frame rate is 24 FPS, the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio is 3:1.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X: REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES The table below describes the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio for each format and frame rate combination. The number in each body cell refers to the number to the left of the colon in the compression ratio (the “x” of “x:1”). For example, when your project format is 4K and your capture frame rate is 24 FPS, the maximum available REDCODE compression ratio is 6:1.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 06 ADVANCED MENUS The Advanced Menus include: Settings, Media, Playback, Power, HDR, Focus, and Presets. You can access the Advanced Menus the following ways: Press the Menu button on the REDMOTE/SIDE HANDLE. Press the Menu icon on the LCD. Go to any Basic Menu except the REDCODE menu, and select the Advanced... button to access the related settings in the Advanced Menus.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EXPOSURE Displays color overlay on top of a monochrome image that allows you to check for proper exposure. When enabled, the icon “E√” displays in the Lower Status Group. Purple (underexposure) and red (overexposure) are based on RAW data, which means that these colors show which areas are clipping or close to clipping.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E region depends on the monitor screen. The camera automatically exits magnify mode when you start recording. When using a touchscreen, you can also perform this function by pinching your fingers together and apart. NOTE: HDR mode, frame rate, and resolution cannot be modified when in Magnify mode. RAW Displays images unaffected by any LOOK settings (including ISO, FLUT, color space, and gamma).
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E OVERLAY Select which overlay shows on top of the video. There are several default overlays that are always available and are denoted by the (RED) at the end of the overlay name. You can create custom overlays in the Overlay tab. For more information about creating overlays, go to “Overlay” on page 50. RESOLUTION Determines the resolution of the monitor.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E All : Export all overlays from camera to media. : Import selected overlay from media to camera. All: Import all overlays from media to camera. CREATE AND EDIT OVERLAYS 1. Go to Settings > Display > Monitor Control > Overlay. 2. Select Create, or select an existing overlay and select Clone or Edit. 3. If creating a new overlay, enter a name for the overlay and click OK. 4.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Double-Click Left 25% to Start AF: Double-tap the left 25% of the video area on the LCD to start autofocus when compatible lenses are used. For a list of compatible lenses, go to “Supported Lenses” on page 126. OTHER Lock Touch Screen: Touches to the LCD are locked out. To unlock, touch the screen and follow the on-screen instructions. Use Small Dialogs on 9” LCD: The dialogs on the RED TOUCH 9.0” LCD are smaller than the default dialogs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E MOTION MOUNT ISO PULL Only applicable when using a DSMC ® RED MOTION MOUNT TM . When using any ND filter, including the MOTION MOUNT, the effective ISO is reduced because the ND filter reduces light transmission to the sensor. The MOTION MOUNT and DSMC give you the ability to see both the effective ISO (on the main screen) and the native camera sensor ISO (in the FLUT screen). On: Displays the effective ISO.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Center: The center crosshair. Grid: Rule-of-thirds grid. Shading: The shaded region outside of the area of interest. TEST SIGNALS Permits the video monitor outputs to be replaced with one of the following video test patterns: Chip Chart SMPTE Bars LUMA RAMP To enable a test signal, select the test signal box. To exit the test signal, tap the touchscreen once or press the Enter or Menu button on the SIDE HANDLE or REDMOTE.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E COLOR You can adjust the following: Saturation: Adjusts color saturation. Range is 0.0 (monochrome) to +4.0 (super color). Default is 1.0. Contrast: Adjusts the overall contrast of the image. Range is -1.0 (flat) to +1.0 (max contrast). Default is 0.0. Brightness: Adjusts brightness without crushing highlights. Available range is – 10.0 to +10.0. Default is 0.0. Exposure: Adjusts exposure compensation. Available range is -7.0 to +7.0. Default is 0.0.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Flash: 5500 K Daylight: 5600 K Cloudy: 7500 K Shade: 9000 K AUTO WHITE BALANCE The auto 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 the auto white balance function, follow the instructions below: 1. Place a white or gray object under the ambient light. 2. Select Auto White Balance.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC DRAGON FRAME RATES The table below describes the maximum frame rate for each resolution of the EPIC DRAGON camera. The minimum frame rate is always 1 FPS. NOTE: All frame rates in the table below are based on a 23.98 time base, 8:1 compression, and with Lookaround disabled. FORMAT MAX FRAME RATE (FPS) FORMAT MAX FRAME RATE (FPS) 6K FF 82.81 3.5K WS 166.77 6K 2:1 84.73 3.5K HD 135.51 6K WS 100.21 3.5K 3:2 114.12 6K HD 83.12 3.5K 4:3 101.76 5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC MYSTERIUM-X AND SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X FRAME RATES The table below describes the maximum frame rate for each resolution of the EPIC MYSTERIUM-X and SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X cameras. The minimum frame rate is always 1 FPS. NOTE: All frame rates in the table below are based on a 23.98 time base, 8:1 compression, and with Lookaround disabled. FORMAT MAX FRAME RATE (FPS) EPIC MYSTERIUM-X MAX FRAME RATE (FPS) SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X 5K FF 95.83 12 5K 2:1 100.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ANGLE Enter the exposure value as a shutter angle (xx degrees). Range is 1.000–360.000°. Default is 180.000°. EXPOSURE CONVERSIONS As you adjust any of these three parameters, the camera automatically calculates the equivalent value in the other units, but as a quick reference here are some common speeds and angles.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TIME CODE Select a Time Code Display mode: TOD: TOD stands for Time of Day, and indicates that the time code runs continually. Edge: The time code starts and stops coincident with recording. Select the Time Code Source to be used. Available options are User Provided, External: Brain, and External: Rear Module.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E FORMAT Use the Format screen to select the project’s resolution, aspect ratio, anamorphic setting, and lookaround setting. EPIC DRAGON FORMATS The table below describes the formats that are available for EPIC DRAGON cameras. Default for EPIC DRAGON is 6K 2:1. RESOLUTION DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) WIDTH HEIGHT 6K FF 6K RAW Full Frame 6144 3160 6K 2:1 6K RAW 2:1 6144 3072 6K WS 6K RAW Wide Screen 6144 2592 6K HD 6K RAW HD 5568 3132 5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E RESOLUTION DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) WIDTH HEIGHT 3.5K 4:3 3.5K RAW 4:3 3360 2520 3.5K 5:4 3.5K RAW 5:4 3360 2688 3K FF 3K RAW Full Frame 3072 1620 3K 2:1 3K RAW 2:1 3072 1536 3K WS 3K Wide Screen—2.4:1 3072 1296 3K HD 3K RAW HD 2880 1620 3K 3:2 3K RAW 3:2 2880 1920 3K 4:3 3K RAW 4:3 2880 2160 3K 5:4 3K RAW 5:4 2880 2304 2.5K FF 2.5K RAW Full Frame 2560 1340 2.5K 2:1 2.5K RAW 2:1 2560 1280 2.5K WS 2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC AND SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X FORMATS The table below describes the formats that are available for EPIC MYSTERIUM-X and SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X cameras. Default for EPIC MYSTERIUM-X is 5K 2:1. Default for SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X is 4K. RESOLUTION DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM) WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 5K FF 5K RAW Full Frame 5120 2700 27.65 14.58 31.26 5K 2:1 5K RAW 2:1 5120 2560 27.65 13.82 30.91 5K WS 5K RAW Wide Screen—2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ANAMORPHIC Select your Anamorphic setting, if applicable. EPIC DRAGON cameras support anamorphic 1.3x and 2x with each format. EPIC MYSTERIUM-X and SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X cameras support the following anamorphic settings: 5K FF: Anamorphic 1.3x and 2x. 5K 1.2:1: Anamorphic 2x LOOKAROUND When Lookaround is enabled, the Frame Guide and recording area are scaled down on the display so that you can see what images are going to enter the recording area.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EXTERNAL FRAME TRIGGER In this mode, the camera records the specified number of frames for each external trigger. You can limit each recording to a specific amount of frames using the Limit Recording to setting. You can also use the Timer/Trigger Settings to set a specific amount of frames to be captured during a pulse of the trigger.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E NOTE: Frame processing is not supported in Speed Ramp Mode. For more information about ramping, go to “Speed Ramp Mode” on page 65. Frame processing allows for the combination of multiple captured frames into one recorded frame. The combination occurs before the resultant frame is encoded. You can select the following frame processing settings: No Frame Processing, Frame Summing, Frame Averaging.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SETUP This menu permits a variety of system setup tasks to be accomplished. Options available are Keys, Date/Time, Communication, REDmote, GPIO/Sync, Fan Control, and Lens. KEYS Map keys to often-used actions to easily control the camera. For a full list of all of the default key mappings, go to “Default Key Functions” on page 129. KEY MAPPING To map or remap a user key: 1. Press the user key on the camera that you want to map. 2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E The camera uses the 24-hour clock convention (military time). For example, 2:35 p.m. should be entered as 14:35:00. The date and time are saved when you close the Date/Time screen. COMMUNICATION The Communication screen allows you to set a unique identification for your camera (or a group of cameras) when operating in a command and control communications network.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Enable Camera to camera: Changes to settings on this camera will be sent out via the network as UDP packets as a SET command, which will then set the property on other cameras. SET commands sent to this camera will not be propagated. Enable External Control: This camera can be controlled via TCP/IP from an external device. REDMOTE A REDMOTE that is docked to the DSMC is automatically paired with the DSMC.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E PRO I/O GPIO AND PRO I/O SW Use the PRO I/O GPI and PRO I/O SW screens to assign General Purpose Inputs and Outputs (GPIO) on the PRO I/O MODULE. You can map I/O actions to the GPIO and AUX connectors on the PRO I/O MODULE. When mapping actions, High and Low refer to the voltage; High is the rising edge (transition from low voltage to high voltage) and Low is the falling edge (transition from high voltage to low voltage).
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E FAN CONTROL Select a fan control mode for your bottom fan. If a top fan is installed, it will activate at a constant speed when necessary. Adaptive: Select a target temperature and the bottom fan self-adjusts to maintain the selected temperature. The default target temperature is 55 °C. This is the default mode. ‒ ‒ EPIC DRAGON and SCARLET DRAGON: Target temperature range is 55–70 °C.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ues to function as an ND filter. ‒ ‒ Square: The MOTION MOUNT square shutter takes over shuttering duties, and the MOTION MOUNT continues to function as an ND filter. MAINTENANCE The Maintenance menu allows the user to check system status and information, save the camera diagnostic LOG to attached media, perform a software update, calibrate the sensor, perform a camera self test, and reset system settings to factory defaults.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E side. Calibration is required: After an extreme change in temperature (+/- 30 °F or +/-15 °C) from the currently selected calibration map. After an extreme change in exposure time (+/- 1/2 sec) from the currently selected calibration map. After a firmware update. To check at which temperature/exposure time the currently selected calibration was taken, go to Settings > Maintenance > System Status > Calibration.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E an SSD. Select OK to continue. The system initializes and then makes two (2) passes through the following phases of the calibration: ‒ ‒ Capturing ‒ ‒ Analyzing ‒ ‒ Erasing ‒ ‒ Programming 8. When the Calibration Successful dialog displays, select OK to complete black shading calibration. The new calibration map is automatically selected. If you saved the calibration map to media, the file name format is exposuretime_temperature_datetime.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : Export selected calibration map from camera to media. The file name format is exposuretime_temperature_datetime. : Import selected calibration map from media to camera. This overwrites the user HS calibration map. MOTION SENSOR CALIBRATION The DSMC displays data from the accelerometer to help orient the camera. After a firmware upgrade or Factory Restore, the motion sensors need to be re-calibrated.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Custom Lens Config. ‒ ‒ Go to Settings > Maintenance > Calibrate > Lens and select Create.... The lens calibration process for the current focal length starts and a progress bar displays. Once the cali- COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E bration process starts, do NOT touch the lens, as doing so may cause the lens to calibrate incorrectly. 5. Click OK after the calibration file is created. 6. To calibrate the next focal length, follow the instructions below: A. Go to Settings > Maintenance > Calibrate > Lens. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E B. Select the calibration file name in the Camera list and select Edit.... C. Manually set the next focal length. D. Select Add Cal @ xx..., where “xx” is the current focal length. NOTE: If you calibrate a focal length that has already been calibrated, the new files overrides the previous file. The lens calibration process for the current focal length starts and a progress bar displays.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 7. Repeat Step 6 for each focal length of the lens. The lens calibration file remains on the camera after system restores and firmware upgrades. VIEW AND MODIFY LENS CALIBRATION INFORMATION 1. Go to Settings > Maintenance > Calibrate > Lens. 2. Select the calibration file name in the Camera list and select Edit.... The following information displays: ‒ ‒ Mount Type ‒ ‒ Focal Length ‒ ‒ F Stop Range: Overall F-stop range of lens.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 3. You can perform any of the following actions: ‒ ‒ Add Cal @ xx...: Calibrate the current focal length; “xx” is the current focal length. ‒ ‒ Remove Cal: Remove the calibration for the selected focal length. EXPORT AND IMPORT LENS CALIBRATION FILES Lens calibration files can be stored on the camera or transferred to SSD, so that you can build a library of lens calibration files or quickly copy a lens calibration file from one camera to another via SSD.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E LENS CALIBRATION ACTIONS Edit...: View and edit the selected calibration file. Delete...: Delete the selected calibration file. Create...: Create a new calibration file. This option is disabled if you already have a calibration file for the attached lens.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E touch each box using your finger. The touchscreen responds to the touch and the green box turns blue. To exit the Touchscreen Self-Test: 1. Place your finger on the touchscreen and hold it there until the main screen appears. 2. Press the Enter or Menu button on the SIDE HANDLE or REDMOTE. RESTORE SYSTEM Restore System permits ALL camera configuration and setup data to be reset to factory default values.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Model: Includes camera type (EPIC or SCARLET) and sensor type Version: Current firmware version. P.I.N.: The personal identification number that is specific to your camera. SVN revision: The current revision number of your firmware. Hours of operation: The number of hours that your camera has been turned on.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E HISTOGRAM Displays the clip histogram. The histogram changes based on any changes made to the Look settings. For more information about Looks, go to “Looks” on page 92. When using the touchscreen, touching the histogram displays the Tools menu. PLAYBACK SPEED Allows you to select x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16 playback speed. IN/OUT POINT MARKERS Allows you to set In and Out Points during clip playback. This allows you to play only a certain portion of the clip.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Sleep: All monitors turn off and keys will not perform mapped actions after the specified period of inactivity. Touch the screen or press a key to exit Sleep mode. Auto Shutdown: The camera shuts down after the specified period of activity. SHUTDOWN Shutdown controls are interlocked to prevent accidental powering down of the camera. For details on the different ways to power down your RED DSMC Camera, go to “Power Down” on page 33. 1. Go to Menu > Power.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ing 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, you should “rock” the focus ring: Focus through the point of optimum focusing and back again in decreasing amplitude, as when “zeroing-in” for precision manual focus.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E mode, go to “Edge” on page 48. ZONES Available options are Center and Spot (default). Both the Center and Spot targets change color to indicate the focus state of the objects in the targets. TARGET COLOR DESCRIPTION Blue Camera is focusing Red Objects are out of focus Yellow Objects are almost in focus Green Objects are in focus CENTER Provides a large target square for focus that is centered in the recording area.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 5. Select the Enhanced A/F check box. 6. Select the monitor that you want to dedicate to using the Enhanced A/F feature from the Monitor drop-down menu: ‒ ‒ Brain HDMI ‒ ‒ Brain HD-SDI The selected monitor will be in Clean mode (no overlay) with a set resolution of 720p and update frequency of 60 Hz. The target does not display on the selected monitor. You will not have control over this monitor until you disable the Enhanced A/F feature. 7. 8.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ture is in Clean mode. RACK TAB Use the Rack tab to configure up to four focus points and execute rack focus between them. SET UP RACK FOCUS 1. Ensure that a DSMC Nikon Mount, DSMC Canon Mount, or DSMC Canon MOTION MOUNT is installed and that a supported lens is attached. 2. Go to Menu > Focus > Mode. 3. Select Rack from the Mode drop-down menu. Spot is automatically selected from the Zone drop-down menu, since rack focus only works with Spot zone. 4.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E points. A line for each rack point displays, indicated by the letters A, B, C, and D. The focus distance displays for each rack point. 8. If needed, select Re-Autofocus to run the autofocus algorithm, which resets the focus distance to the focus distance calculated by the algorithm. 9. To set a rack point location, follow the instructions below: A. Select the rack point that you want to set: A, B, C, or D. B. Exit the Rack tab to return to the main screen. C.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E MAP KEYS TO CYCLE RACK FOCUS You can map user keys to rack focus between different rack points. For more information about mapping keys, go to “Keys” on page 67.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CREATE PRESETS 1. Set up the camera how you want the preset to be configured. For example, if you want to create a preset specifically for your zebra indicators, first go to Settings > Display > Zebra and configure your zebra indicators the exact way that you want them to be in the preset. 2. Go to Presets > Camera Presets. 3. Select Create, or select an existing preset and select Clone or Update. 4.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Apply: Apply the selected Look. Delete...: Delete the selected Look. AUTO PRESETS On Startup: The selected preset is applied every time the camera is turned on. On Enter Preview: The selected preset is applied every time the camera enters Preview mode. This includes at startup and when exiting Playback mode. On Enter Playback: The selected preset is applied every time the camera enters Playback mode. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 07 UPGRADE DSMC FIRMWARE Your RED DSMC camera functionality may be upgraded by installing the latest firmware. Make a habit of frequently visiting www.red.com/downloads to check for new versions of camera firmware, updated operation guides, and post-production software. Your REDMOTE also requires a firmware upgrade. For more information on upgrading your REDMOTE, go to “Upgrade REDMOTE Firmware” on page 113.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 15. Restore use-generated Camera Preset, Look, and Custom Overlay files from SSD to the camera. NOTE: After the firmware upgrade, it is mandatory that you re-format the REDMAG SSDs before use. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 08 MANAGE DIGITAL MEDIA OVERVIEW REDCODE RAW compressed MOTION clips and STILL images; time code, multi-channel audio and metadata may be recorded to a REDMAG 1.8” SSD magazine of 48GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB capacity. Record duration is dependent on resolution, quality and frame rate, but a 64GB SSD will typically provide 24 minutes of 24 FPS 5K RAW recording. Each clip is recorded with a unique name in a clip folder with the extension .RDC.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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). 3. To format the media, go to Menu > Media. 4. Select Format Media. 5. Select an option from the Select Media drop-down menu. 6. Select Format Media....
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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 (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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E UES REDMOTE/TOUCHSCREEN LCD 1. Go to Menu > Media. 2. Select Eject Media. 3. When media is ejected, Viewfinder output(s) will display “MEDIA EJECTED SUCCESSFULLY“. 4. Media can now be removed from the camera. USE SIDE HANDLE 1. By default, the lower of the three (3) SYSTEM KEYS is set to Eject Media when pressed. 2. When media is ejected, Viewfinder output(s) will display “MEDIA EJECTED SUCCESSFULLY“. 3. Media can now be removed from the camera.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 8. The media will need to be formatting by the camera before usIMPORTANT: After connecting REDMAG 1.8” SSD to the camera and BEFORE recording, you should format the media using the camera (even if formatting was previously performed on a computer). For more information, go to FORMAT MEDIA.. WINDOWS 1. Connect the REDMAG 1.8” SSD via RED STATION REDMAG 1.8”. 2. Open Windows Explorer. 3. Double-click on the drive you wish to erase files from. 4.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 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”.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 09 AUDIO SUBSYSTEM AUDIO FORMAT The audio format is always either 2 or 4 channels of 24-bit audio data recorded at 48kHz. The audio data is embedded in the R3D file and can be exported from REDCINE-X into separate audio files. CHANNEL SETUP The audio channels are set up under SETTINGS > AUDIO > AUDIO CHANNELS. Separate tabs exist to set up the channel 1/2 and channel 3/4 properties. SOURCE SELECTION Audio is always recorded at channel pairs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E PHANTOM POWER Audio inputs that are set to BALANCED MICROPHONE input can enable the 48V phantom power on a perchannel basis. NOTE: Phantom Power is not available on non-upgraded EPIC-M’s and early EPIC-X. If your camera does not allow you to select PHANTOM POWER, please contact your Bomb Squad representative for upgrade information.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E AUDIO CONTROL Audio channel level inputs are displayed in the lower section of the screen. When audio is enabled, the circle next to CH1, CH2 etc… will be Green and the box around the signal will be highlighted. When setting the levels for Camera, Rear, and Monitor Mix, the VU meter will show the output levels for these ports. The display can be permanently switched to display the audio levels for the output, which is helpful in external recording mode.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Audio tracks may be assigned to the Left, Middle, or Right side of a stereo mix. Additionally each channel can be enabled/disabled independently in the output mix. As this is a digital mixer, each output is normalized to not exceed the output signal range. This means that if for example 1 channel is passed through to an output and a second channel is mixed into the same output, the level of the first channel will drop to half.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 10 REDMOTE OPERATION CONTROL, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAY This section describes the REDMOTE physical controls, connectors and color LCD display. CONTROLS REDMOTE For a full list of all REDMOTE user keys and their default actions, go to “Default Key Functions” on page 129. IMPORTANT: For your REDMOTE to operate with the most recent DSMC firmware, ensure that you have upgraded your REDMOTE to the most recent REDMOTE firmware.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E LEDS There are two status LED indicators located above the rockers switch on the left side of the LCD display. LED COLOR/BLINKING DESCRIPTION UPPER LED Red Camera startup; camera recording LOWER LED Green Camera ready; REDMOTE connected Green blinking Searching/Establishing communication (REC) ROCKER SWITCH The function of the ROCKER SWITCH may be assigned by the operator to one of a number of operational controls.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E indicate an error. SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8 To the right of the LCD are five Soft Menu Buttons. These buttons select a variety of camera status pages. NOTE: In the current firmware, Soft Menu Buttons 7 and 8 are undefined.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E POWER DOWN USING CAMERA When REDMOTE is connected to the camera and the camera is powered down, the REDMOTE will also power down. When disconnected from the camera, the REDMOTE will not power down with the camera. USING REDMOTE To power down REDMOTE, slide and hold the Power/Key Lock Switch in the down direction for 5 seconds. Or slide and hold the Power/Key Lock Switch in the down direction momentarily, then release.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E ADVANCED OPERATION: REDMOTE MENUS SOFT MENU BUTTONS 1-3 Located below the main LCD display are three Soft Menu Buttons, who access advanced function menus identified by text in the LCD directly above the corresponding button. These menus control wireless connection (CONNECT), camera or local menus (REMOTE/LOCAL) and system setup (SETUP).
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Select the camera you wish to control and press the Enter button. When you want to switch to a different camera, press Soft Menu Button 1: Connect again to list available cameras and re-select. REDMOTE OR LOCAL MENUS: SOFT MENU BUTTON 2 When selected allows the user to toggle the REDMOTE between REMOTE and LOCAL menus.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Default value is OFF (REDMOTE will operate continuously until manually powered down.) DISPLAY LAYOUT: SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8 To the right of the LCD are five Soft Menu buttons 4-8. These buttons select between a variety of camera status page layouts. NOTE: In the current firmware, buttons 7 and 8 are undefined. INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGE STATUS An icon shows the charge status of the REDMOTE battery in the lower right corner of the LCD.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 2. Connect the Mini-USB end to the REDMOTE USB Port located on the lower right side (under rubber protective cover). If the REDMOTE is powered down (and paired camera is OFF), the REDMOTE will power UP, display STARTING UP, display SEARCHING (with flashing Green LED), then settle into IDLE mode. Green battery indicator will blink, indicating REDMOTE is charging. A fully discharged REDMOTE battery will be fully charged in approximately 6 hours.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 8. Go back to REDMOTE Upgrade Utility and click Connect to establish communication with the REDMOTE. Connection is Established With REDMOTE will be displayed when connected. If the connection is not established, then disable all internet connections and try again. 9. Go to “Upgrade REDMOTE Firmware (Macintosh)” on page 114. UPGRADE REDMOTE FIRMWARE (MACINTOSH) The following information will guide you through proper updating of your REDMOTE firmware. 1.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 8. Click Extract. 9. Open the DSMC_Resources_vX.X folder. 10. Open the REDMOTE_Upgrade_Utility folder. 11. Open the Win folder. 12. Open the REDMOTE_upgrade_setup.exe. NOTE: If you receive an error when attempting to install the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility, right-click the setup file and select Run as Administrator to proceed. 13. Select I Agree to the License Agreement. 14. Select Install REDMOTE Firmware and click Next. 15.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 7. Click OK. 8. Click Disconnect to close the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility. REDMOTE will reboot. REDMOTE will display POWER UP and then SEARCHING once the upgrade has completed. 9. Select Cancel. 10. Go to Settings > Maintenance > System Status > Camera Info and verify the current REDMOTE firmware version. REDMOTE upgrade is complete and you can now attach it to the DSMC brain.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E A INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS CAMERA BRAIN FRONT EPIC Brain and SIDE SSD MODULE COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E MIC-1, MIC-2 (MICROPHONE AUDIO) Two 3.5mm phone jacks on the front of the brain support two independent channels of balanced or unbalanced microphone level analog audio inputs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CAMERA BRAIN REAR HD-SDI A standard 75 Ohm BNC connector provides a broadcast specification high definition video output. PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION Center HD-SDI SMPTE-292M HD-SDI Out Shield/Screen GROUND Camera ground N/A The HD-SDI output provides a 720p progressive scan video feed operating at 50.00 or 59.94 Hz or a 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video feed operating at 23.98, 24.00, 25.00 or 29.97 Hz when in 1.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Headphone Output Connector PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION TIP LEFT Left channel audio Out RING RIGHT Right channel audio Out SLEEVE GND Camera ground N/A The camera’s four audio channels may be monitored in pairs: either 1L–2R or 3L–4 R or as a quad mix of 1+3L– 2+4R based on the MIX parameter. Default is 1L–2R. Output volume may be adjusted as follows: Volume: (master volume) Adjusts headphone volume equally for left and right outputs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E HD-SDI. SYNC (Video Sync) Connector Mating Connector: FGG.00.304.CLAD27Z PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION 1 GROUND Common Ground 2 SS/GPI Shutter Sync/GPI Trigger Input 3 TIMECODE SMPTE unbalanced timecode Input 4 GENLOCK RS170A Tri-Level Sync Input The Camera Brain’s Shutter Sync/GPI Trigger uses a 3.3 V Schmitt trigger (5 V tolerant). It is not a switch closure circuit. Therefore, it requires current supplied by the trigger source.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E NOTE: A 3BNC-TO-00 SYNC CABLE (P/N 790-0154) SYNC interface cable is available from RED Digital Cinema: ‒ ‒ White BNC: Shutter Sync/GPI ‒ ‒ Yellow BNC: SMPTE Timecode ‒ ‒ Green BNC: RS170A Genlock CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) A 4-pin LEMO connector supports RS232 remote control for 3D camera communication, and third party metadata ingest applications. The shutter Sync Output signal acts as an immediate response hardware tally of a scan.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E GIG-E (ETHERNET) A 9-pin LEMO connector provides a Gigabit Ethernet port for remote camera setup, master/slave camera communication and external metadata ingest. Ethernet Connector Mating Connector: FGG.0B.309.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION 1 +VBATT Power input, +11.5 to +17 V DC 2 +VBATT N/A 3 SCL-BATT Serial Battery Bus Clock 4 GROUND Power Return (Camera Ground) 5 GROUND N/A 6 SCA-BATT Serial Battery Bus Data WARNING: It is very important that both pairs of +VBATT and GROUND pins are wired up.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E interface is not published. NOTE: Pre-fabricated EVF/LCD cables are available from RED Digital Cinema. P/N 790-0157 – EVF/LCD Cable – Right Angle to Right Angle – 6 in. (0.15m) P/N 790-0153 – EVF/LCD Cable – Right Angle to Straight – 18 in. (0.5m) REDMOTE This section describes the physical connectors on the REDMOTE. REDMOTE The REDMOTE interface connector allows communication between the REDMOTE and the camera Brain or any expansion module.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E B SUPPORTED LENSES WARNING: All lenses are hot swappable. However, lens mounts are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install lens mounts while the camera is powered on. Before installing or removing lens mounts, you MUST power down the camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the lens mounts or DSMC that will not be covered under warranty.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E DSMC LEICA-M MOUNT LENSES The RED DSMC LEICA-M Mount is compatible with all Leica M-series lenses with focal lengths of 50mm and greater EXCEPT the 50mm f2.0 Dual-Range Summicron. The 50mm Dual-Range Summicron has a protruding lug on the exterior of the lens body for mounting a supplementary finder, and this lug interferes with the DSMC LEICA-M Mount’s lock ring.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E C DEFAULT KEY FUNCTIONS CAMERA BRAIN KEY FUNCTION KEY FUNCTION Record Half Press Key Disabled Record Half Release Key Disabled Record Full Press Record: Toggle Record Full Release Key Disabled GPI In High Record: Start GPI In Low Record: Stop SIDE HANDLE KEY FUNCTION KEY FUNCTION User A Press AF Mode: Cycle User A Release Key Disabled User B Press WB: Auto Calc User B Release Key Disabled User C Press Magnify: Toggle User C Release K
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SIDE HANDLE KEY FUNCTION KEY FUNCTION Nav West Press Navigation: Right Nav East Release Key Disabled Nav East Press Navigation: Left Nav West Release Key Disabled Nav Enter Press Navigation: Select Nav Enter Release Key Disabled Rotary Jog CW Navigation: CW Rotary Jog CCW Navigation: CCW SIDE SSD MODULE KEY FUNCTION KEY FUNCTION Record Full Press Record: Toggle Record Full Release Key Disabled Record Half Press AF: Start Record Half Rele
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E LCD (BRAIN AND REAR) KEY FUNCTION KEY FUNCTION Down Press Br. Down (Decrease brightness) Up Press Br.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E D 3D SETUP AND OPERATION OVERVIEW The following information outlines basic procedures to connect two RED DSMC cameras together in a Master/ Slave configuration for 3D operation, operation of cameras in Master/Slave configuration and clip naming conventions for clips recorded on those cameras. The MASTER camera will control only the METADATA parameters of both cameras.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E The Reel No, Cam ID and Cam Pos can be set when formatting the media or after formatting by using the SET option. For example, if Master is set to LEFT and Slave is set to RIGHT and both Cam IDs are set to S, the first clip recorded by this stereo camera configuration will be: Master: S001_L001_0503B6.R3D Slave: S001_R001_0503R7.R3D Where 0503 represents 05 March, B6 and R7 are examples of camera generated wildcard characters.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E E POSTPRODUCTION RED workflow is quite easy to understand, especially if you have experience with photographic RAW image processing, or shoot 16mm or 35mm film followed by a telecine transfer to video for non-linear video editing and on-line conform. The RAW data captured by RED cameras has wide dynamic range and color space, so you can freely change the white balance, adjust exposure and alter highlight and shadow tonality in post-production.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E F DSMC MAINTENANCE WARNING: 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.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E Pre-packaged lens cleaner containing any additives, such as detergent, anti-static, fragrance, etc. For proper cleaning and storage, remember to protect the RED TOUCH LCD by storing it in the RED Microfiber bag. EVF Use Pancro Professional Lens Cleaner (P/N PANCROCLN) and Photographic Solutions PEC*PADs (P/N 05011) or equivalent to clean the viewfinder lens. Ensure your spray the solution onto the pad and not directly onto the lens surface.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 4. Remove the camera lens or sensor cover if equipped. 5. Install RED Focus onto the camera in the position shown. 6. Ensure RED Focus is secured to the camera with the camera lock ring. RED Focus Installed on DSMC 7. Power up the camera. 8. Power up RED Focus. NOTE: Remember that RED Focus will AUTOMATICALLY power down after 3 minutes. Press the Red button on the front to power back up. 9. Go to Settings > Display > Tools. 10. Select Magnify.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E G TROUBLESHOOT YOUR DSMC NO MEDIA ATTACHED Displayed if media is not present or not formatted when pressing the record button. Connect media to camera if necessary. If media is already connected, format media and attempt to record again. For more information about formatting media, go to “Manage Digital Media” on page 96. RECORDING HALTED: RECORD ERROR–SHUTDOWN Displayed if media removed while recording. DO NOT remove media while camera is recording.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E H TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EPIC DRAGON EPIC DRAGON TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SENSOR 19 MEGAPIXEL RED DRAGON ™ PIXEL ARRAY 6144 (h) x 3160 (v) S/N RATIO 80db DYNAMIC RANGE 16.5+ stops MAX IMAGE AREA 6144 (h) x 3160 (v) LENS COVERAGE 30.7mm (h) x 15.8mm (v) x 34.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC DRAGON TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REDCODE ™ 12 and 16-bit RAW : Compression choices of 18:1 to 3:1 1-100 FPS 6K 1-120 FPS 5K, 4.5K 1-150 FPS 4K 1-200 FPS 3K 1-300 FPS 2K AUDIO 2 channel, uncompressed, 24 bit, 48KHz. Optional 4 channel, and AES/EBU digital audio. MONITORING OPTIONS RED LCD 5" Touchscreen Display BOMB EVF ™ High Definition Viewfinder REMOTE CONTROL REDLINK Wireless, Ethernet, RS232, GPI Trigger WEIGHT 5lbs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC MYSTERIUM-X EPIC MYSTERIUM-X TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SENSOR 14 MEGAPIXEL MYSTERIUM-X ™ PIXEL ARRAY 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) S/N RATIO 66db DYNAMIC RANGE 13.5 stops, up to 18 stops with HDRx ™ MAX IMAGE AREA 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) LENS COVERAGE 27.7mm (h) x 14.6mm (v) x 31.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E EPIC MYSTERIUM-X TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REDCODE ™ 12 and 16-bit RAW : Compression choices of 18:1 to 3:1 1-96 FPS 5K FF 1-100 FPS 5K 2:1 1-120 FPS 5K WS 1-96 FPS 5K HD 1-96 FPS 5K ANA 1-120 FPS 4K 1-152 FPS 4K WS 1-120 FPS 4K HD 1-159 FPS 3K 1-200 FPS 3K WS 1-159 FPS 3K HD 1-239 FPS 2K 1-301 FPS 2K WS 1-239 FPS 2K HD 1-399 FPS 1K WS 1-356 FPS 1K HD (all listed frame rates are based on a 23.98 time base) AUDIO 2 channel, uncompressed, 24 bit, 48KHz.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SCARLET DRAGON SCARLET DRAGON TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SENSOR 19 MEGAPIXEL RED DRAGON ™ PIXEL ARRAY 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) S/N RATIO 80db DYNAMIC RANGE 16.5+ stops MAX IMAGE AREA 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) LENS COVERAGE 25.6mm (h) x 13.5mm (v) x 28.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SCARLET DRAGON TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REDCODE ™ 12 and 16-bit RAW: 1-48 FPS 5K FF at 5:1 compression Max FPS (2.4:1): 1-60 FPS 5K 1-75 FPS 4K 1-100 FPS 3K 1-150 FPS 2K AUDIO 2 channel, uncompressed, 24 bit, 48KHz. Optional 4 channel, and AES/EBU digital audio. MONITORING OPTIONS RED LCD 5" Touchscreen Display BOMB EVF ™ High Definition Viewfinder REMOTE CONTROL REDLINK Wireless, Ethernet, RS232, GPI Trigger WEIGHT 5lbs.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SENSOR 14 MEGAPIXEL MYSTERIUM-X ™ PIXEL ARRAY 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) S/N RATIO 66db DYNAMIC RANGE 13.5 stops, up to 18 stops with HDRx ™ On 6 FPS with 5K Full Frame and HDRx ™ On 15 FPS with 4K HD and HDRx ™ On MAX IMAGE AREA 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) LENS COVERAGE 27.7mm (h) x 14.6mm (v) = 31.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS COLOR Battleship Gray Brain Body Black Canon Mount and SIDE SSD All DSMC Modules Black TEMPERATURE RANGES Operating Range: 0˚C to +40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Storage Range: -20˚C to +50˚C (-4˚F to 122˚F) COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E DSMC BRAIN DIMENSIONS NOTE: Dimensions are shown in mm. EPIC BRAIN DIMENSIONS FRONT VIEW COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SIDE VIEW COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TOP VIEW COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E BOTTOM VIEW COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E BACK VIEW COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E I MENU MAP See the menu map on the following page. The menu map is applicable to the following cameras, except as noted in the DSMC Operation Guide: EPIC DRAGON EPIC MYSTERIUM-X SCARLET DRAGON SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0020_V5.
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E MENU SETTINGS MEDIA } Eject media PLAYBACK } Playback Screen } Format media LOOK DISPLAY Tools } None } Exposure } Focus } Video } Edge } Magnify } Raw Zebra } Zebra 1 and 2 Monitor Control } Monitor } Overlay } Priority } Brightness } Advanced Modes } Exposure } Aperture } Focus Distance } Remaining Power } VU Meter Source } Histogram } Motion Mount ND } Motion Mount ISO Pull Color } Saturation } Contrast } Brightness } Exposure Gain } Red } Green }
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