DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE V7.1 RED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 2 Live Action Area 63 Disclaimer 4 Lower Status Row 64 Copyright Notice 4 Navigation Controls 71 Trademark Disclaimer 4 CHAPTER 5: Advanced Menus 80 Translation Disclaimer 4 Access the Advanced Menus 80 Compliance Statements 4 Image Menu 80 Safety Instructions 6 Monitoring Menu 89 Battery Storage and Handling 7 Overlays Menu 95 Shipping Disclaimer 8 Power Menu 104 CHAPTER 1: Product Introduction 9 Playback
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 9: Upgrade Camera Firmware 188 Verify Current Camera Firmware 188 Upgrade Camera Firmware 188 CHAPTER 10: Camera System Maintenance 190 BRAIN and Accessory Exterior Surfaces 190 Clean EVF Screen 191 Clean LCD Screens 191 Water Damage 192 Adjust Back Focus 193 CHAPTER 11: Troubleshoot Your Camera 194 Perform a Stress Test 194 General Troubleshooting 194 Error Messages 201 Media Bay and RED MINI-MAG Issues 205 Back Focus Lock (Lock Sensor) 206 APP
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DISCLAIMER ® RED has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this document, 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.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GITEKI CERTIFICATION CAUTION: Radiation. Exposure to Radio Frequency This equipment contains specified radio equipment that has been certified to the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification under the Radio Law. 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.
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DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 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.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE WARNING: Batteries stored in a discharged state for long periods of time may self-discharge and lose the ability to hold a charge. WARNING: If recharging operation fails to complete even when a specified recharging time has elapsed, immediately stop further recharging. DO NOT store batteries in a fully charged state for extended DO NOT store batteries in a fully charged state for extended periods of time.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 1: PRODUCT INTRODUCTION The DSMC2 GEMINI ® features the GEMINI 5K S35 sensor, RED’s highest-sensitivity sensor to date. The DSMC2 GEMINI is a powerful, dual sensitivity camera that offers the ability to shoot in either Low Light or Standard modes. The DSMC2 GEMINI offers cleaner, less-noisy images in low-light conditions as well as improved performance in shadows. Capable of shooting motion and stills at 5K 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE READ BEFORE YOU SHOOT Read this operation guide carefully and in its entirety before assembling or operating your camera or other RED accessories. In addition to this document, RED offers the following operation guides for the camera system: DSMC Power Operation Guide DSMC Media Operation Guide To download RED operation guides, go to RED Downloads at www.red.com/downloads. R3D FILE FORMAT AND REDCODE All videos and frames are recorded to the R3D® file format.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE POST PRODUCTION NOTE: Third-party applications may have limited compatibility with R3D files. Third-party developers must use the most recent R3D SDK to offer compatibility with the latest RED firmware. Many non- linear editing systems (NLEs) can open and edit RED footage. Each NLE version may have specific compatibility requirements, such as camera firmware version or camera type. Before shooting, check all compatibility requirements.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HDRX AND MAGIC MOTION HDRX HDRX® extends dynamic range up to six (6) stops by simultaneously capturing two (2) images of identical resolution and frame rate. The first image is a normally exposed track (A-track), while the second is an underexposed track (Xtrack) with an exposure value that reflects the additional stops of highlight protection. These tracks are “motionconjoined” during recording, leaving no time gap between the two (2) exposures.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 2: CAMERA SYSTEM COMPONENTS NOTE: Modules, expanders, and lens mounts are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install these items while the camera is turned on. Before installing or removing these items, you MUST turn off the camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the item or camera that is not covered under warranty. NOTE: Availability of components listed in this chapter is subject to change at any time.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BRAIN CONTROL: PWR/REC KEY Fully press and hold the PWR/REC key for two (2) seconds to turn on/off. When the camera is on, fully press and then release the PWR/REC key to toggle record start/stop. BRAIN LEDS This section describes the LED functions for the camera. NOTE: When the camera is powered only by battery and not AC power, the Power Status LED (PWR) on the expander or module does not turn on. To check the battery charge level, press the button on the battery.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BRAIN CONNECTORS, FOCUS HOOK, AND BACK FOCUS Figure: DSMC2 GEMINI Ports and Features # PORT/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Primary EVF/LCD Port1 Mount a DSMC2 RED Touch LCD 2 Top Handle Port Mount the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle. This is the only mounting option for the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle (it cannot be attached backward) 3 Secondary EVF/LCD Port1 Mount a DSMC2 RED Touch LCD.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA BAY CONTROLS Figure: DSMC2 GEMINI Media Bay Controls # CONTROL DESCRIPTION 1 User Key 1 Programmable key User Key 1 + 2 Press: Eject Media 2 REC Button Programmable key Full Press: Record Toggle Half Press: AF Start 3 User Key 2 Programmable key User Key 1 + 2 Press: Eject Media For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA BAY LEDS Figure: Media Bay LEDs This section describes the LED functions for the media bay.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RED MINI-MAG SYSTEM Figure: RED MINI-MAG (120GB) NOTE: For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. RED MINI-MAG® SSDs deliver fast and reliable recording options for your camera. A RED STATION ® enables you to connect media to your computer for offloading and editing.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE EXPANDERS NOTE: Only one (1) expander module can be used at a time. RED offers the following DSMC2 expanders: ITEM PART NUMBER DSMC2 Base Expander 720-0033 DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander 720-0040 DSMC2 Jetpack Expander 720-0039 DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander 720-0048 DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander 720-0045 DSMC2 BASE EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Base Expander The DSMC2 Base Expander is an ideal connector module for general input/output (I/O) needs.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 REDVOLT EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander Designed for advanced configurations, the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander mounts directly to the camera and offers an expansive array of I/O connectors and functionality available for the camera system. The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features ports for power in (DC IN), Genlock (BNC), 5-Pin 0B Timecode port, GIG-E, and more.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander also features a selector switch that enables the camera to automatically boot when power is provided via the DC IN connector on the expander. This feature allows you to use a connected DC input supply to turn the camera on and off when the camera is mounted in remote or difficult to maneuver locations.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK-SDI EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander The DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander is designed for aerial, gimbal, handheld, and other lightweight/remote applications that require 3G-SDI output. Featuring connections for power (DC IN), SDI (3G-SDI), Gigabit Ethernet (GIG-E), AUX power, SYNC, and CTRL, the DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander provides a low-profile expander solution.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 V-LOCK I/O EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander The DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander offers a variety of Input/Output connections, as well as an industry standard V-Lock mount to power your DSMC2 camera using RED BRICK and REDVOLT-V batteries. The DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander also features a selector switch that enables the BRAIN to automatically boot when power is provided via the DC IN connector on the expander.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE THIRD-PARTY BATTERY COMPATIBILITY To be compatible with the DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, third-party batteries must meet these requirements: Maximum width: approximately 100.6 mm Minimum radius of the side edge of the V-mount (rear mounting surface): approximately 9.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 POWER MODULES ITEM PART NUMBER DSMC2 REDVOLT XL Module 740-0034 DSMC2 V-Lock Battery Module 720-0052 DSMC2 Gold Mount Battery Module1 720-0053 DSMC2 Production Module (V-Lock) 720-0054 1. The DSMC2 Gold Mount Battery Module supports Gold Mount batteries only. NOTE: If a power module is attached to the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, the power out connectors on the module are enabled only if power is connected to the module (via DC IN or a battery).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 V-LOCK BATTERY MODULE Figure: DSMC2 V-Lock Battery Module The DSMC2 V-Lock Battery Module is a low profile cable-free module that enables you to power your DSMC2 BRAIN and camera accessories using RED BRICK, REDVOLT-V, or other standard V-Lock batteries. The V-Lock mount and protected release button ensure ongoing power even during mobile shoots.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 GOLD MOUNT BATTERY MODULE Figure: DSMC2 Gold Mount Battery Module The DSMC2 Gold Mount Battery Module is a low profile cable-free module that enables you to power your DSMC2 BRAIN and camera accessories using standard Gold Mount batteries. The Gold Mount and protected release button ensure ongoing power even during mobile shoots. This DSMC2 battery module offers a P- Tap connector on top and an auxiliary port on the side for powering peripherals and accessories.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 PRODUCTION MODULE (V-LOCK) Figure: DSMC2 Production Module (V-Lock) Designed for professional shooting configurations, the DSMC2 Production Module (V-Lock) mounts directly to the BRAIN and offers a comprehensive array of video, power, communication, and pro audio connections.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS Figure: REDVOLT XL (left) and REDVOLT (right) The REDVOLT, REDVOLT-V, REDVOLT XL, and RED BRICK are lightweight, rechargeable lithium-ion battery cells that provide sustained power to the camera. These batteries provide long-term mobile power and attach to the camera via a power module or other RED accessory. RED chargers replenish lost capacity for REDVOLT, REDVOLT-V, REDVOLT XL, and RED BRICK batteries.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DISPLAYS AND ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDERS RED offers the following displays and electronic viewfinders (EVFs): NOTE: RED offers multiple mounting solutions for each camera type. ITEM RESOLUTION TILT1 SWIVEL1 DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD (Woven CF) 1920 x 1136 Total: 180° Total: 360° 730-0018 Forward: 90° CW: 180° Backward: 90° CCW: 180° Total: 180° Total: 360° 730-0024 Forward: 90° CW: 180° Backward: 90° CCW: 180° Total: 240° No swivel DSMC2 RED Touch 7.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RED LCDS Figure: DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD RED displays provide important camera parameters on the graphical user interface (GUI) and offer a variety of monitor viewing options. RED touchscreen displays enable you to use gestures to navigate menus and adjust camera parameters. RED displays feature 8-bit RGB, 4:4:4 progressive scan, providing up to 16.7 million colors and up to 70% NTSC color gamut (83% coverage for the DSMC2 Touch 7.0" Ultra-Brite LCD).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BOMB EVFS Figure: BOMB EVF (OLED) The BOMB EVF (LCOS) and BOMB EVF (OLED) deliver specialized viewing solutions for the camera. The BOMB EVF (LCOS) is a high-definition, lightweight, and low-profile viewfinder. The BOMB EVF (OLED) uses OLED technology, providing deeper blacks and more color accurate images. ITEM CONTRAST RATIO DIOPTER RANGE BOMB EVF (LCOS)1 1000:1 typical 2.0 to –5.0.1 BOMB EVF (OLED)1 >10,000:1 typical 2.0 to –5.0.1 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 RED EVF The DSMC2 RED EVF (OLED) is a high definition electronic viewfinder designed as the ideal single-viewer monitoring solution. Featuring the latest OLED technology, this EVF provides an unmatched personal viewing experience with a 1080p OLED micro-display, and improved color accuracy with 30-bit RGB color represenation. View and monitor your RED footage as it is intended with truer colors and deeper blacks in a larger field of view.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 RED EVF FEATURES Figure: DSMC2 RED EVF # FEATURE DESCRIPTION 1 DSMC2 RED EVF Mount The DSMC2 RED EVF Mount. 2 EVF Connector1 Custom digital video and power interconnection between the EVF and other RED devices; Pinout not published; compatible with standard RED LCD/EVF cables. 3 Key 1 Programmable key DO NOT overtighten the black tension ring on the EVF connector. The EVF is designed to allow rotation even when the tension ring is fully engaged.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LCD/EVF ADAPTORS This section describes the DSMC2 LCD/EVF Adaptor A and the DSMC2 LCD/EVF Adaptor B. These adaptors enable you to use EPIC/SCARLET displays with your DSMC2 camera and use DSMC2 displays with your EPIC/SCARLET camera. For more information on available displays, go to "Displays and Electronic Viewfinders" on page 30.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA CONTROL MODULES This section describes the camera control modules. These devices provide a wide array of programmable buttons, controls, and other features to interact with the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDEKICK Figure: DSMC2 SIDEKICK (Woven CF) The DSMC2 SIDEKICK is a lightweight interface solution that offers intuitive integrated control over critical camera parameters. Engineered exclusively for the DSMC2 system, this low profile interface provides full access to basic and advanced menus via a 1.7" OLED display. The rotary dial, D-Pad, function buttons, and configurable preset buttons provide an improved method of controlling your camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDE HANDLE Figure: DSMC2 Side Handle Designed for shooters who prefer a compact handheld configuration, the DSMC2 Side Handle offers the most ergonomic handle option—attaching directly to the side of the camera BRAIN. The DSMC2 Side Handle features a molded rubber grip and puts primary camera controls right at your fingertips. The Focus Control Wheel (front) offers direct control over lens focus, while the Iris Control Wheel (side) supports iris functions.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 TOP HANDLE Figure: DSMC2 Top Handle Ergonomic and intuitive, the DSMC2 Top Handle was engineered entirely around the most important action for any shooter—the record button. This intelligent top handle puts a new Record Start/Stop button at your fingertips, using built-in integrated circuitry. The DSMC2 Top Handle mounts directly to the 1/4-20 mounting points on the top of the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 TACTICAL TOP PLATE Figure: DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate Machined from robust 7075 Aluminum, the DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate mounts to the top of your DSMC2 BRAIN to provide 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 mounting points for RED and third-party accessories. This plate is specifically designed to provide reliable and seamless functionality with existing DSMC2 battery modules, expanders, and accessories. The DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate provides multiple ways to trigger record start/stop.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LENS MOUNTS RED offers the following lens mounts: ITEM PART NUMBER DSMC S35 Mg PL Mount 2.0 725-0024 DSMC S35 Ti PL Mount (Captive) 725-0022 DSMC S35 Al Canon Mount (Captive) 725-0026 DSMC S35 Ti Canon Mount (Captive) 725-0032 DSMC S35 Al Nikon Mount 725-0006 DSMC S35 Ti Nikon Mount 725-0007 DSMC Al Leica M Mount (Captive) 725-0029 DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT S35 Ti PL 725-0012 DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT S35 Ti Canon (Captive) 725-0038 C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INTERCHANGEABLE OLPFS The camera system includes intelligent, interchangeable optical low pass filters (OLPFs). The camera automatically recognizes the OLPF type installed, eliminating the need to configure OLPF settings in the camera menu.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RAILS, MOUNTS, TACTICAL GEAR, AND CABLES RED offers a wide variety of support gear, mounting platforms, cables, accessories, and other equipment. For more information, visit the RED Store at www.red.com/store. CAUTION: Attach accessories, plates, and rails directly to the mounting points on the BRAIN. While the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander has mounting points for lightweight accessories, other expanders and modules are not designed to support additional weight.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 3: BASIC OPERATIONS POWER OPERATIONS This section describes the basic power operations of the camera system. For more information, see the DSMC Power Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. NOTE: Modules, expanders, and lens mounts are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install these items while the camera is turned on. Before installing or removing these items, you MUST turn off the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPROVED EXTERNAL DC POWER The DSMC2 cameras accept input voltages of 11.5 V DC to 17 V DC, and can draw a maximum current of 9A. The camera can be powered continuously by connecting one (1) of the following to an attached module or expander: DSMC AC Power Adaptor RED BRICK Charger: Offers two (2) ways to connect to your camera: Use a RED ONE DC Power Cable (P/N 790-0060) and a 2B-to-1B Power Adaptor Cable (P/N 790-0138). Use a RED 2B-to-1B Power Cable (P/N 790-0556, 790-0654).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUTO BOOT ON POWER The DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module feature a selector switch that enables the camera to automatically boot when power is provided via the DC IN connector on the device. The Auto Boot on Power switch (identified by a line or a white star) is located on top of the device.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CONFIGURE YOUR CAMERA This section describes common options for configuring your camera system. DSMC2 SIDEKICK: INSTALL/REMOVE INSTALL THE DSMC2 SIDEKICK This section applies to the following items: DSMC2™ SIDEKICK (Forged CF) DSMC2 SIDEKICK (Woven CF) DSMC2 SIDEKICK (Magnesium) NOTE: Each DSMC2 SIDEKICK is compatible with all DSMC2 cameras. WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. REQUIRED TOOL(S): T10 TORX® driver 1. Turn off the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INSTALL THE DSMC2 SIDE HANDLE WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. REQUIRED TOOL(S): T10 TORX driver (if a SIDEKICK Cover or DSMC2 SIDEKICK is installed), M2.5 hex key 1. Turn off the camera. 2. If a SIDEKICK Cover or DSMC2 SIDEKICK is installed, remove the device: A. Use a T10 TORX driver to remove the four (4) screws on the SIDEKICK Cover or DSMC2 SIDEKICK. B. Remove the SIDEKICK Cover or DSMC2 SIDEKICK. 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 EXPANDER: INSTALL/REMOVE INSTALL A DSMC2 EXPANDER This section applies to the following items: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. WARNING: When installing and removing a DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, ensure that a REDVOLT battery is NOT installed in the expander.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 POWER MODULES: INSTALL/REMOVE DSMC2 power module options include: DSMC2 REDVOLT XL Module DSMC2 V-Lock Battery Module DSMC2 Gold Mount Battery Module DSMC2 Production Module INSTALL THE DSMC2 POWER MODULE The DSMC2 power modules mount to the rear of the following items: BRAIN DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. REQUIRED TOOL(S): T20 TORX driver 1. Turn off the camera. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 TOP HANDLE AND DSMC2 OUTRIGGER HANDLE: INSTALL/REMOVE INSTALL THE DSMC2 TOP HANDLE OR DSMC2 OUTRIGGER HANDLE WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. REQUIRED TOOL(S): 3/16" hex key 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Position the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle on top of the camera, aligning the connector on the bottom of the handle with the connector on top of the camera. 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INSTALL THE FOCUS HOOK SCREW The camera comes with a screw stored in the bottom of the media bay, called the focus hook screw. You can install this screw in the Focus Hook Mounting point (along the sensor plane), and then pull focus from that location. You can either attach measuring tape directly to the screw, or you can install a hook to the screw, and attach the measuring tape to the hook.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INTERCHANGEABLE OLPF SYSTEM WARNING: Read these instructions carefully and in their entirety before removing or installing an OLPF. Damage to the OLPF module, camera, or sensor due to improper handling or use is not covered under warranty. WARNING: Once an interchangeable OLPF is removed from the camera, the sensor is exposed.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE USE A TRIPOD OR MONOPOD This section describes the camera mounting points and mounting equipment for use with a tripod or monopod. The camera is equipped with two (2) 3/8-16 mounting holes and one (1) 1/4-20 mounting hole on the bottom of the camera. These mounting points are designed for use with a variety of mounting plates and hardware, to support tripods and other support systems.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUTS NOTE: HD-SDI and HDMI® ports are only available on select DSMC2 expanders and modules. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. The monitoring path converts RAW sensor data to a white balanced 12-bit depth 1920 x 1080 pixel RGB 4:4:4 video signal. The signal may be modified using ISO, White Balance, or other RGB color space adjustments.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RECORD Perform one of the following actions to begin recording: Press PWR/REC on the camera. Press REC on the media bay. Press START/STOP on the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle. Trigger start/stop with a compatible third-party trigger. Double-tap the right 25% on an attached touchscreen display (when enabled). NOTE: To enable Double-Tap Right 25% to Record, go "Advanced" on page 93. RECORD VIA HD-SDI OR HDMI NOTE: Audio is not embedded in the MON-1 signal.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE EXTERNAL RECORD NOTE: HD-SDI and HDMI ports are only available on select DSMC2 expanders and modules. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. NOTE: The secondary LCD/EVF port and an HDMI/MON-1 port cannot be used at the same time. Go to "Monitor Preferences" on page 89. You can record to an external recorder without recording to an SSD. To record to an external device only, follow the instructions below: 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 4: BASIC MENUS AND CONTROLS GUI MENU INTRODUCTION This section describes the structure and layout of the graphical user interface (GUI) that overlays the video monitor signal. Advanced GUI menu controls enable convenient access to menus, overlays, and other critical camera information. Functionality varies based on monitor output type and firmware version.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE UPPER STATUS ROW (BASIC MENU) The Upper Status Row displays basic project parameters. The currently selected parameter in the Upper Status Row is underlined with a red bar. The Upper Status Row is also known as the Basic Menu.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ACCESS ADVANCED MENUS For every Upper Status Row item, you can select the Advanced... button to access the related menu in the Advanced Menus. For example, select Advanced... in the Frame Rate menu to open Menu > Settings > Project > Frame Rate. For more information about Advanced Menus, go "Advanced Menus" on page 80. Figure: Select "Advanced..." Button Figure: Advanced Menu C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FEATURE: EDIT LIST Select the Edit List... button in the Upper Status Row menus to change the values that display for each setting. For example, if you open the Frame Rate menu and select Edit List..., the camera lets you add or remove values. Figure: Select "Edit List..." Button APERTURE The aperture (also known as the T stop or F stop) parameter displays when a compatible mount and lens are installed.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE REDCODE Select the target REDCODE compression ratio for your project. If the camera is able to achieve the target compression ratio, the compression ratio displays in white. If the camera is unable to achieve the target compression ratio, the compression ratio displays in yellow, and the camera uses the next possible compression ratio.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LIVE ACTION AREA The Live Action Area contains the recorded image area, Look Around area, and various overlays. The color of each overlay can be customized to maximize the contrast between the guide(s) and scene being captured.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LENS INFORMATION This section describes the lens information displays when a supported lens is attached. PL LENSES Displays the focal length and focal distance when a DSMC PL mount is installed and a lens with the Cooke S4/i system (or equivalent) is attached. For more information, go to "Lens" on page 151.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE # ITEM SUB-ITEM/DESCRIPTION DETAILS 3 Project Status Indicators Tap to open the Project Status menu "Project Status" on page 155 Camera sensor and core temperature "Sensor Calibration" on page 158 Cal: T/E "CAL: T/E Indicator" on page 69 HDRX®: Displays when HDRX mode is on "HDRX Menu" on page 135 False Color Mode: Displays modes "False Color Modes" on page 95 Magnify mode "Display Modes: Magnify" on page 97 Timecode "TC Indicator" on page 69 Genlock "GEN Indi
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA MODE The Camera Mode allows you to seamlessly toggle between Motion mode, Stills mode, and Playback. To select a camera mode, select the Camera Mode icon in the Lower Status Bar, swipe up, and select a camera mode. NOTE: Setting adjustments made in Stills mode do not affect the settings in Motion mode, and vice versa.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE STILLS MODE Stills mode optimizes your camera settings for capturing stills. Stills mode includes the following features: Stills recording modes: "Multi-Shot" on page 126 "Motion + Stills" on page 127 Swipe-Up Shortcuts: False Color Status Media Power Auto Focus Auto Exposure Record Mode Default Stills Preset (RED) For more information, go to "Swipe-Up Menu" on page 73. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HISTOGRAM NOTE: The sharpness setting affects the Histogram, RAW Level Bars, and RAW Clip Meter. For more information, go to "Output Sharpness" on page 93. This section describes the elements that comprise the Histogram section in the Lower Status Row. This section of the GUI helps ensure that recorded footage is properly exposed. Tap the Histogram in the Lower Status Row to access the Tools menu. For more information, go to "Tools" on page 95.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAL: T/E INDICATOR The CAL: T/E indicator shows changes to temperature (T) or exposure (E) in relation to the active calibration map. If the temperature or exposure change significantly, calibrate the sensor at the desired temperature and exposure. Failure to properly calibrate the sensor may reduce image quality. Green: Sensor temperature or exposure are properly calibrated for current settings. Yellow: Slight change in sensor temperature or exposure.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LAN INDICATOR NOTE: The GIG-E port is only available on the DSMC2® REDVOLT Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. The LAN indicator shows the current status of an external LAN connection through the Gig-E port. Grey: External control of the camera is not enabled. Green: Ethernet is enabled. WIFI INDICATOR The WiFi indicator shows the wireless connectivity status.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE NAVIGATION CONTROLS This section describes basic controls for navigating the camera menus. TOUCHSCREEN NAVIGATION You can control certain settings and navigate the camera menu using buttons and gestures on the RED Touch displays. RED TOUCH DISPLAY BUTTONS RED Touch displays offer intuitive menu control and four (4) programmable buttons. Figure: DSMC2 RED Touch 7.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RED TOUCH DISPLAY GESTURES Navigate the menus using a touchscreen by using the following gestures: Tap: Tap has many functions: Tap to select a Basic Menu, submenu, or button. If a menu is open, tap anywhere outside the menu to save any changes and close the menu. Tap the right or left regions of the touchscreen to access the programmable soft keys. Swipe: Swipe to select different values in spinners or drop-down menus.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SWIPE-UP MENU The Swipe-Up Menu is available in the Lower Status Row on RED Touch displays and provides Swipe-Up Shortcuts for Motion mode, Stills mode, and Playback. For example, select the Camera Mode icon in the Lower Status Bar, swipe up, and select a Camera Mode. For more information about Stills mode and Motion mode, go to "Camera Mode" on page 66.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE NAVIGATION GROUP Figure: Navigation Group (DSMC2 SIDEKICK™ Pictured) The Navigation Group is the primary control interface on the DSMC2 SIDEKICK and DSMC2 Side Handle.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDEKICK Figure: DSMC2 SIDEKICK # CONTROL/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 User Keys (A–D)1 A: Cycle Auto-Focus Mode B: Auto White Balance C: Toggle: Magnify D: Toggle Exposure Mode 2 MENU Button Access menus or exit currently selected menu 3 Navigation Group Navigate menus and menu items; Go to "Navigation Group" on the previous page 4 MODE Button Toggle between Remote and Local Modes 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE OPERATION MODES The DSMC2 SIDEKICK display reflects the currently selected mode. Use the Scroll Wheel and Directional Keys to navigate menus. Press MENU to access the Advanced Menu. Press MODE to toggle between the following modes: Remote Mode: Navigate with DSMC2 SIDEKICK controls, using an attached LCD, EVF, or other monitor as a reference. The DSMC2 SIDEKICK displays the primary control screen. Local Mode: Navigate using the DSMC2 SIDEKICK controls and display.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDEKICK DISPLAY The DSMC2 SIDEKICK OLED display provides basic camera parameters during operation.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDE HANDLE Figure: DSMC2 Side Handle # CONTROL/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Focus Control Wheel1 Clockwise (Away from camera): Increase focus distance Counter-Clockwise (Toward camera): Decrease focus distance 2 Focus/Record Button Half-press for auto-focus; full press to Start/Stop Record 3 User Key 1 (Mark Frame Button) Mark a frame so that you can easily return to it in playback 4 Rotary Side (Iris Control Wheel)2 Clockwise (Up): Open Iris Counter-Clockwise (Down): Clo
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FOCUS CONTROL WHEEL The Focus Control Wheel allows you to physically control the focus length directly from the DSMC2 Side Handle. The wheel features 270° rotation, and each physical location on the wheel maps directly to a specific focus length of the lens. The far left point (turning counter-clockwise) maps to the shortest focus distance of the lens, while the far right point (turning clockwise) maps to the farthest focus distance of the lens (or infinity).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 5: ADVANCED MENUS ACCESS THE ADVANCED MENUS To access the Advanced menus, perform one of the following: Tap the Menu button on the DSMC2® SIDEKICK™. Tap the Menu icon on the touchscreen. Open any menu in the Upper Status Row, and then select the Advanced... button. NOTE: Some menus are only available if certain hardware is present. IMAGE MENU Figure: Image Menu The Image menu includes tools that control how the image appears, including Color Space and Gamma Curve.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE IMAGE PIPELINE To set up the image pipeline, go to Menu > Image > Image Pipeline. IMAGE PIPELINE MODE OPTIONS The camera offers two (2) different ways to process your image. Each mode changes which sub-menus are available in the Image menu. Legacy: In Legacy mode, the camera provides the same color options that firmware v6.3 did. Enables the Color, Gain, Curves, and LGG menus.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE IPP2 MODE To use IPP2 mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Image > Image Pipeline > Options. 2. Select IPP2 from the Mode drop-down menu. With IPP2, the Color Space and Gamma Curve are always REDWideGamutRGB and Log3G10, respectively. 3. Select OK. Figure: IPP2 Mode 4. If you want to apply a 3D LUT, go to "3D LUT" on page 88. 5. Select a color space from the Output Color Space drop-down menu. 6. Select a contrast setting from the Output Tone Map drop-down menu.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE OUTPUT SUMMARY The Output Summary menu is an information-only menu that displays what image information is applied to the R3D files and proxy files. To view the output summary, go to Menu > Image > Image Pipeline > Output Summary. Figure: Image Menu R3D FILE METADATA N/A : Displays if the camera is not set to record R3D files. To enable/disable recording to R3D, go to "Select Record File Format" on page 132. 3D LUT: The name of the 3D LUT applied to the file.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PRESETS Each preset has 0.000 Tint. Available preset options are: Incandescent: 2800 K Tungsten: 3200 K Fluorescent: 4500 K Flash: 5500 K Daylight: 5600 K Cloudy: 7500 K Shade: 9000 K AUTO WHITE BALANCE Auto white balance 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 auto white balance, follow the instructions below: 1. Place a white or grey object under the ambient light. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ISO MENU To select an ISO setting, go to Menu > Image > ISO. SENSOR SENSITIVITY Select a Sensor Sensitivity: Standard: Use in normal shooting conditions in which you would expose near ISO 800. Provides the best highlight retention. Low Light: Use in lower light conditions in which you would expose for ISO 2500 and higher. Provides the cleanest shadow detail.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FLUT NOTE: This feature is only available in Legacy mode. For more information, go to "Image Pipeline" on page 81. Floating Point Lookup Table (FLUT) is an exposure control exclusive to RED. FLUT works like a traditional ISO setting, but can be fine-tuned in post production to any level of exposure precision. FLUT automatically protects highlights and shadows, even when changed substantially.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ISO CALIBRATION RED cameras with HELIUM ®, MONSTRO®, and GEMINI® sensors have an ISO calibration that better matches a light meter and improves overall exposure quality. RED cameras with HELIUM, MONSTRO, and GEMINI sensors therefore depict a one stop brighter image compared to prior sensors (when set to an otherwise identical ISO, T-stop, and shutter speed). ISO 400 now appears as bright as ISO 800 did before, for example.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GAIN NOTE: This menu is only available in Legacy mode. For more information, go to "Image Pipeline" on page 81. Adjust the red channel, blue channel, and green channel individually. The range for each is 0.0 (none of the color) to 10.0, and the default for each is 1.0. CURVES NOTE: This menu is only available in Legacy mode. For more information, go to "Image Pipeline" on page 81. Define the individual curves for the luma, red, green, and blue channels.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MONITORING MENU The Monitoring menu includes tools that control different monitor outputs, Look Around, and overlays. MONITORS To set up monitor preferences, go to Menu > Monitoring > Monitors and select the monitor whose preferences you want to change.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MONITOR MODE Select an option for the Mode setting, which determines the elements displayed on the monitor: Clean: Only the video displays. The Upper Status Row, Lower Status Row, and overlays do not display. Overlay: The overlay displays. Overlays include the Upper Status Row and the Lower Status Row. Mirror: The monitor mirrors another screen at the same resolution. You cannot mirror a screen that is set to Clean.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FRAMED OVERLAY The video display is scaled down on the monitor so that the overlay items fit outside of the video area rather than over it. This setting only affects the monitor, and does not affect captured footage. AUTO HIDE MENUS Hides the Upper Status Row and Lower Status Row. When this option is disabled, the video is scaled so that the menus are not overlaid on the video. When this option is enabled, the video is not scaled.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PRIORITY The camera can only have one (1) control monitor for interacting with camera settings. The Priority tab determines the order in which a monitor becomes the control monitor. If you plan on removing or adding monitors during a shoot, set up the priority list ahead of time. For a monitor to become the control monitor, the following must occur: The monitor must be set to Overlay mode in the Monitor Control menu.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ADVANCED Provides access to additional monitor settings. VIDEO SMALL DIALOGS ON 9" LCD The dialogs on the RED Touch 9.0" LCD are smaller than the default dialogs. ALLOW REDUCED JUDDER PREVIEW Reduced Judder Preview allows the camera to preview images at a refresh rate that is twice the project time base. For example, if the project time base is 23.98 FPS or 24.00 FPS, enabling Reduced Judder Preview causes the LCD or EVF to have a refresh rate of 48 Hz (50 Hz).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TOUCH Lock Touchscreen: Touchscreen control is locked. To unlock, tap the screen and follow the on-screen instructions. Pinch to Magnify: Move two (2) fingers apart or together to toggle Magnify. For more information, go to "Display Modes: Magnify" on page 97. Double Tap Right to Record: Double-tap the right 25% of the video area on the LCD to toggle record.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE OVERLAYS MENU The Overlays menu includes settings that display on top of the monitor image. TOOLS The Tools menu provides access to false color and display modes. For more information, see the Exposure with RED Cameras: False Color & Zebra Tools article , available at www.red.com/learn/red-101/exposure-false-color-zebra-tools.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FALSE COLOR MODES: EXPOSURE To enable, go to Menu > Overlays > Tools > False Color and select Exposure from the False Color drop-down menu. The Exposure tool displays a color overlay on top of a desaturated image that allows you to check for proper exposure. When enabled, the “E√” indicator displays in the Lower Status Row.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FALSE COLOR MODES: PEAKING To enable, go to Menu > Overlays > Tools > False Color and select Peaking from the False Color drop-down menu. The Focus Peaking tool displays a red overlay on top of in-focus edges. Select a Peaking Level of 1 to 10 (weak to strong). The RGB settings affect the indicators. The Focus Peaking indicators are applied after the image is scaled to a monitor, so the indicators may look different on different monitors.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DISPLAY MODES: RAW NOTE: RAW is only available in Legacy mode. For more information, go to "Image Pipeline" on page 81. To enable, go to Menu > Overlays > Tools and select RAW. When enabled, the camera displays images unaffected by the RGB settings (color temperature, ISO, LGG, etc.). RAW affects the video recorded via HDMI or HD-SDI to an external recorder. RAW image parameters DO NOT affect image metadata; the parameters only affect the monitor output.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DISPLAY MODES: ZEBRAS Use Zebra mode to enable and adjust the upper and lower values for two (2) independent zebra indicators. Use Zebra 1 for highlight exposure, and use Zebra 2 for mid-tones or shadows. Zebras are visible in Magnify mode and are disabled by default. The camera offers two (2) zebra types: Video: IRE-based mode; evaluates based on the current ISO and Look settings, and not the RAW image. RAW: Evaluates based on the RAW image.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA AND LENS STATUS To set up what camera and lens info displays as part of the overlay, go to Menu > Overlays > Status. CAMERA STATUS OVERLAYS EXPOSURE Shutter Speed: Displays the exposure time in seconds (1/xx sec). When you change the frame rate in this mode, the shutter speed stays the same, but the shutter angle changes. (Default) Shutter Angle: Displays the exposure as an angle (1° to 360°).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RACK SHOW DISTANCE On: Displays the focus distance of each rack point on the Live Action Area when rack focus is enabled. For more information, go to "Set Up Rack Focus" on page 138. Off: Does not display the focus distance of rack points when rack focus is enabled. (Default) GUIDES Use the Guides menu to configure the Frame Guide, Action Guide, and Title Guide. MODE Off: Disable all guides. Full: Guide has the same aspect ratio as the record format. 4:3, 16:9, 1.85:1, 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CUSTOM OVERLAYS Create custom overlays that include specific items. Overlays can be stored on the camera or transferred to SSD to be shared with other cameras. Camera: Overlays saved internally on the camera display in the Overlay drop-down menu on the Monitor Control > Monitor tab. Media: Overlays saved to an SSD can be found at On Media: \overlays:. NOTE: Overlays that end with (RED) are provided by default and cannot be edited, deleted, or exported. OVERLAY ACTIONS Create...
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CREATE AND EDIT OVERLAYS 1. Go to Menu > Overlays > Custom. 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 select OK. 4. Select any of the following check boxes to add the corresponding guides to the overlay: Frame Guide Action Guide Title Guide 5. Select a button on the matrix to add a user interface element to that position on the matrix.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE POWER MENU The Power menu displays the power status of all attached power sources and allows you to turn off the camera. To access the Power Menu, go to Menu > Power. NOTE: For more information about powering the camera, see the DSMC Power Operation Guide , available at www.red.com/downloads. POWER IN The power status displays for all attached power devices.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LOW VOLTAGE WARNING When the Low Voltage Warning is enabled and the incoming voltage is less than the level you select, the camera shows a warning message and the Power Status indicator in the Lower Status Row turns red. This warning gives you the opportunity to change the battery or prepare for the camera to lose power. The warning continues to show until the incoming voltage is equal to or higher than the level you select.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE POWER SAVE You can select the following power saving options (the default for each is Never): Low Power Preview: The camera uses a lower amount of power after the specified period of inactivity. Sleep: All monitors turn off and keys do not perform mapped actions after the specified period of inactivity. Tap the touchscreen or press a key to exit Sleep mode. Auto Shutdown: The camera turns off after the specified period of inactivity.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK To view clips from the SSD: Go to Menu > Playback. Press the Record/Playback toggle in the lower left corner of the touchscreen. NOTE: The camera uses RGB color space in Playback mode by default, regardless of settings in Record mode. To playback clips in RAW mode, enable to RAW mode. For more information, go to "Tools" on page 95. PLAYBACK MENUS In Playback mode, the menu is pared-down, so you cannot access all menus. Some menus offer different options.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK CONTROLS GENERAL PLAYBACK CONTROLS Figure: Playback Controls # CONTROL DESCRIPTION 1 Clips View clips as thumbnails 2 Load Previous Clip Loads the previous clip in the playlist. 3 Frame-by-Frame Reverse Moves through the clip frame-by-frame in reverse. 4 Reverse Play/Pause Plays clip in reverse, and toggles between play and pause. toggle 5 Play/Pause toggle Toggles between play and pause.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK FILE TYPE Figure: Playback Controls # CONTROL DESCRIPTION 11 R3D Playback Plays the R3D clip. 12 ProRes Plays the Apple ProRes clip. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK SPEED AND LOOPING Figure: Playback Controls # CONTROL DESCRIPTION 13 Play Once Plays clip to the end, and does not repeat the clip. 14 Loop Plays the clip on a loop. 15 Loop Playlist Loops all clips in the playlist. To create a playlist, go to Menu > Media > Playlist, and move clips to the Play List field. 16 Playback Speed Option to select x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16 playback speed. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK MARKERS Figure: Playback Controls # CONTROL DESCRIPTION 17 In Point Sets a red In Point marker in the Playback Status Bar. Use an In Point marker in conjunction with an Out Point marker to play only a certain portion of a clip. The In/Out Point markers help when the clip is long and you want to focus on a particular segment. 18 Remove In/Out Point Removes the In/Out Point markers and skips to the end of the clip.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA MENU The Media Menu allows you to format and eject an SSD and to view and load clips on the SSD. For more information about www.red.com/downloads. using media, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide , available at DEVICE Format and eject (unmount) the SSD. To see information about the SSD in the camera, select More Info.... CLIPS View and load clips on the SSD in thumbnail view. Figure: Clips Menu C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PRESETS MENU The camera has the following presets: Camera Presets: These store and recall camera setup information, such as in-camera Looks, key mappings, I/O configurations, and more. The camera has a number of factory-installed presets. Looks: These allow you to save the specific color, image, white balance, and detail settings to be used for other projects. Looks that are generated in-camera display on the Camera Presets tab.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 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 configure the zebras the exact way that you want them to be in the preset. 2. Go to Menu > Presets > Camera Presets. 3. Select Create, or select an existing preset and select Clone or Update. 4. If creating a new preset, enter a name for the preset and select OK. 5.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MANAGE IMPORTED LOOKS Manage Looks imported from REDCINE-X PRO in the Presets > Looks tab. When exporting Looks from camera to SSD, the Looks are saved to a folder on the SSD called “Looks”. You can perform the following actions with imported Looks: : Export selected Looks from camera to SSD. All: Export all Looks from camera to SSD. Apply: Apply the selected Look. Delete: Delete the selected Look.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SETTINGS MENU PROJECT The Project menu includes settings that define the recorded file, including recording frame rate, exposure, and format. FRAME RATE RECORDING FRAME RATE Select the recording frame rate (also referred to as the capture frame rate). The recording frame rate is the number of frames per second (fps) that are recorded. The recording frame rate is different from the project time base, which is the rate at which the footage will be played back.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE/SHUTTER Select the exposure (shutter speed / shutter angle) of each frame. You can change exposure while recording. Decreasing shutter speed increases the amount of time that light hits the sensor, which increases exposure and motion blur of moving objects. Increasing shutter speed decreases the amount of time that light hits the sensor, which decreases exposure and motion blur of moving objects.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TIMECODE NOTE: Using timecode requires ports that are only available on select DSMC2 expanders and modules. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. RED cameras use non-drop frame timecode. For more information about timecode, go to "Timecode, Genlock, MultiCamera Setup" on page 173. TIMECODE DISPLAY MODE Time of Day (TOD): Displays the time of day (HH:MM:SS:FF). TOD timecode runs continuously and is not affected by recording.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FORMAT To access the Format menu, go to Menu > Settings > Project > Format. The available aspect ratios are determined by the selected resolution. After selecting format settings, select Set Format. When you lower the resolution on a camera, only a portion of the sensor is used. The camera does not downscale from full format when recording RAW. DSMC2 GEMINI FORMATS The table below describes the formats for the DSMC2 GEMINI.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM) WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 4K 4:3 3840 2880 23.04 17.28 28.80 4K 6:5 2592 2160 15.55 12.96 20.24 4K 4:1 4096 1024 24.58 6.14 25.33 4K 8:1 4096 512 24.58 3.07 24.77 3.5K FF 3584 1876 21.50 11.26 24.27 3.5K 2:1 3584 1792 21.50 10.75 24.04 3.5K 2.4:1 (WS) 3584 1512 21.50 9.07 23.34 3.5K 16:9 (HD) 3456 1944 20.74 11.66 23.79 3.5K 3:2 3360 2240 20.16 13.44 24.23 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM) WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 2.5K 5:4 2400 1920 14.40 11.52 18.44 2.5K 4:1 2560 640 15.36 3.84 15.83 2.5K 8:1 2560 320 15.36 1.92 15.48 2K FF 2048 1080 12.29 6.48 13.89 2K 2:1 2048 1024 12.29 6.14 13.74 2K 2.4:1 (WS) 2048 864 12.29 5.18 13.34 2K 16:9 (HD) 1920 1080 11.52 6.48 13.22 2K 3:2 1920 1280 11.52 7.68 13.85 2K 4:3 1920 1440 11.52 8.64 14.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ANAMORPHIC Select an Anamorphic setting, if applicable. The anamorphic setting de-squeezes the image on the monitor and marks the footage as anamorphic in the clip metadata. When you open the clip in REDCINE-X PRO, the program automatically de-squeezes the image. The available anamorphic settings depend on your camera type. The camera supports anamorphic 1.3x and 2x with each format.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RECORDING The Recording menu includes: Mode, Codec, Frame Processing, Pre-Record, and Indicator. MODE You can select the following recording modes: Continuous Record, Internal Timelapse Timer, Frame Trigger, REDCODE Burst, Speed Ramp Mode, Multi-Shot, and Motion + Stills. NOTE: Audio is recorded only in Continuous Record and Motion + Stills modes.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FRAME TRIGGER NOTE: This mode is not available in Stills mode. NOTE: Audio is not recorded in Frame Trigger mode. In Frame Trigger mode, the camera records the specified number of frames for each external trigger. This mode limits the REDCODE based on sustainable record rates. To use Frame Trigger mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Mode. 2. Select Frame Trigger from the Mode drop-down menu. 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE REDCODE BURST NOTE: This mode is not available in Stills mode. NOTE: Audio is not recorded in REDCODE Burst mode. In REDCODE Burst mode, the camera can record at a lower compression (REDCODE) for the specified amount of frames. When REDCODE Burst mode is enabled and recording starts, the camera captures a “burst” of frames at the lower REDCODE, and then continues to record at the next available REDCODE.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MULTI-SHOT NOTE: The camera does not sync timecode in Multi-Shot mode. NOTE: This mode is available in Motion mode, but is only recommended in Stills mode. NOTE: Audio is not recorded in Multi-Shot mode. Multi-Shot mode removes restrictions on Recording Frame Rate and REDCODE, allowing you to shoot at a high resolution, high frame rate, and low compression.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ENABLE MULTI-SHOT MODE To enable Multi-Shot mode, follow the instructions below: 1. Set the camera to Stills mode. For more information, go to "Camera Mode" on page 66. 2. Go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Mode. 3. Select Multi-Shot from the Mode drop-down menu. 4. Use the Limit Recording to fields to set the recording to end at a predefined frame limit (optional). 5. Close the menu.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPLE PRORES INFORMATION By default, the camera records all videos and stills in the REDCODE RAW file format (records R3D files). You also have the option to record Apple ProRes files. This section provides general information about recording Apple ProRes files with the camera: NOTE: If Look Around is enabled, the Look Around area is recorded in the Apple ProRes file.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FILE STRUCTURE OF RECORDED APPLE PRORES FILES When recording R3D + Apple ProRes, this is the file structure of the recorded files on the SSD (when the SSD is formatted as FAT32): .RDM Folder .RDC Folder .mov .R3D .rtn (RED Thumbnail file) NOTE: The camera creates multiple .mov files, similar to how the camera creates multiple R3D files.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AVID DNXHD AND AVID DNXHR INFORMATION By default, the camera records all videos and stills in the REDCODE RAW file format (records R3D files). You also have the option to record to Avid DNxHD and Avid DNxHR (records .mxf files). This section provides general information about recording Avid DNxHD/HR with the camera: NOTE: If Look Around is enabled, the Look Around area is recorded in the Avid DNxHD/HR file.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FILE STRUCTURE OF RECORDED AVID CODEC FILES When recording R3D + Avid DNxHD/HR, this is the file structure of the recorded files on the SSD (when the SSD is formatted as FAT32): .RDM Folder .RDC Folder .R3D .mxf (audio file, marked with an “A”) .mxf (video file, marked with a “V”) .rtn (RED Thumbnail file) NOTE: The camera creates multiple .mxf files, similar to how the camera creates multiple R3D files.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SELECT RECORD FILE FORMAT NOTE: For more information on which codecs your camera offers, go to "Technical Specifications" on page 208. To select what file formats to record to, follow the instructions below. 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Codec. 2. Select the file format(s) you want to record to from the Record File Format drop-down menu: R3D R3D + Apple ProRes R3D + Avid DNxHD/HR Apple ProRes Avid DNxHD/HR The selected file format displays in the Lower Status Row. 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FRAME PROCESSING NOTE: Frame processing is not supported in Speed Ramp Mode. For more information, go to "Speed Ramp Mode" on page 124. Frame processing allows for the combination of multiple captured frames into one recorded frame. The combination occurs before the resulting frame is encoded. You can select the following frame processing settings: No Frame Processing, Frame Summing, Frame Averaging.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PRE-RECORD To set up Pre-Record, go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Pre-Record. When enabled, the Pre-Record setting continuously captures a cache of footage before recording starts. Select to have 4 to 30 seconds (incremented at two second intervals) of pre-record time added to the actual footage. When PreRecord is enabled, you will not miss the start of a shot by being a little slow on the trigger. Pre-Record Duration: Select the pre-record time.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HDRX MENU NOTE: HDRX mode cannot be modified when test signals are enabled. NOTE: You cannot change the exposure when HDRX is enabled. In HDRx mode, the camera records two (2) exposures within the interval that it would usually record only one (1). The primary exposure is normal, and uses the standard aperture and shutter settings (the “A track”).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FOCUS MENU To access the Focus menu, go to Menu > Settings > Focus. The Focus menu includes: Mode and Rack. MODE TAB Use the Mode tab to select a focus setting. To set up focus, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Focus > Mode. 2. Select a mode from the Mode drop-down menu. For more information, go to "Mode" below. 3. Select a zone/target from the Zone drop-down menu. For more information, go to "Zone/Target" below. 4.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TARGET COLOR Both the Center and Spot targets change color to indicate if the objects in the target are in focus. Blue: Camera is focusing Red: Objects are out of focus Yellow: Objects are almost in focus Green: Objects are in focus MOVE THE SPOT FOCUS TARGET Move the Spot target with a touchscreen: Tap and hold the touchscreen on the location where you want to relocate the Spot target. Tap and hold the touchscreen where the Spot target currently is, and drag the Spot target.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUTOFOCUS PERFORMANCE Autofocus performance may be reduced in the following conditions: Subject is too dark or distant. Subject is too bright or close. Inadequate contrast between the subject and background. Inadequate surface contrast or detail. Scene has reflective highlights. Subject is backlit. NOTE: Use Edge mode for assistance in these conditions. For more information, go to "False Color Modes: Edge" on page 96. RACK FOCUS Use the Rack tab to set up rack focus.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE ASSIST MENU To access the Exposure Assist menu, go to Menu > Settings > Exposure Assist. The Exposure Assist menu provides access to settings for the Auto Exposure (AE) feature. The AE feature maintains a constant image brightness, even if the actual scene brightness changes. The AE feature is different than traditional AE, in that RED AE only controls the amount of light that hits the sensor, either by adjusting aperture or exposure.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SPEED The Speed setting determines how quickly the algorithm adapts to changing light. Slow: Settings adapt in small steps. Use this setting for fewer and gradual adjustments. Normal: Settings adapt in medium steps. Fast: Settings adapt in large steps. SELECTION The Selection setting determines which values the algorithm uses. This enables you to modify the list of values so that the algorithm selects only specific parameters. Use Free Value Selection to improve accuracy.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SETUP The Setup menu includes: Keys, Date/Time, Communication, GPIO/Sync, Fan Control, Lens, and Motor Control. KEYS Map keys to often-used actions to easily control the camera. For a full list of the default key mappings, go to "Default Key Functions" on page 261. NOTE: If using a third-party module, the default GPI functions may match the inputs offered by the module (instead of the RED defaults). KEY MAPPING To map or remap a user key: 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SOFT KEYS The following sets of soft keys are available on the touchscreen: A, B, C, D: Left side of the touchscreen 1, 2, 3, 4: Right side of the touchscreen To map or remap a soft key, select an action from the drop-down menu next to the key you want to map. Enable Soft Keys on touchscreen: Tap the left or right side of the touchscreen to show the soft keys. Show key actions as labels: When the soft keys display, the number/letter of the key and the key action display.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SERIAL NOTE: CTRL and GIG-E ports are only available on specific DSMC2 expanders and modules. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. To access the Serial menu, go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Communication > Serial. The camera can communicate to external devices via the CTRL and the GIG- E connectors (camera- to- camera communication is possible only via GIG-E).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE WIRELESS CONNECTION The camera offers a wireless (802.11g) connection that provides communication support for third-party applications. The camera uses the RED Command Protocol (R.C.P.) to communicate information between the camera and an application. As with all wireless devices, the communication range may be affected by the environment and any radio frequency (RF) interference that may be present. The wireless frequency is 2.4 GHz.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CONNECT WIRELESSLY TO A DEVICE VIA AD-HOC MODE In Ad-Hoc mode, the camera and your device connect to each other. To connect the camera to your device via an adhoc network, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Communication. 2. Select the WiFi tab. 3. Select Ad-Hoc from the Mode drop-down menu. 4. Select a wireless channel from the Channel drop-down menu. The default is Ch1, and you can select one out of 11 channels. 5.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 6. Select Scan to search for available wireless networks. The available wireless networks (access points) display. 7. Highlight the wireless network that your device is connected to and select Select. Figure: Select Wireless Network 8. If you select an encrypted network, follow the instructions below to enter the passphrase for the network: A. Select a security option from the Encryption drop-down menu. B. Tap or select the Passphrase text box. C.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 11. Connect your device to the same wireless network that the camera is connected to. The steps in this procedure depend on what type of device and operating system you are using. For example, if you are connecting an iOS device, go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and select the wireless network. The camera and your device are now connected. Figure: Connect to Network 12.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GPIO SYNC NOTE: Using general purpose inputs/outputs and sync requires an expander or module. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. SYNC Use the Sync menu to set up genlock and Motion Control (MoCo). For more information, go to "Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup" on page 173. NOTE: Using sync and genlock requires an expander or module. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FAN AND TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT To select a fan control mode, go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Fan Control. The camera is controlled by complex thermal algorithms to ensure that the sensor and camera operate at safe temperatures. Each fan control mode affects the sensor temperature, sensor warm-up time, fan speed, and resulting fan noise.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MANUAL Select a speed for the fans in both record and standby modes. The fans self-adjust to maintain the selected speeds. The default Maximum Record Speed is 50% and the default Maximum Preview Speed is 75%. The range for both Maximum Record Speed and Maximum Preview Speed is 20–100%. POST RECORD DELAY Select the amount of time that it takes for the fan to switch from record to preview mode. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LENS To access the Lens menu, go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Lens. LENS TAB The options displayed on the Lens tab change based on the attached lens mount. PL MOUNT Enable Power to Lens: Ensures that the camera powers the lens via the lens mount. This feature is enabled by default, but the camera saves the last selected setting. Deselect when using a Fujinon® T2.9 Cabrio Premier PL lens. If you disable this feature for the Fujinon Cabrio, re-enable it when using other lenses.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE LENS INFO TAB The Info tab displays the attached lens mount and lens information. LENS METADATA TAB If a supported lens is attached, the camera autopopulates some Lens Metadata fields. You can also manually edit the Lens Metadata fields to describe the attached lens. The information is stored in the clip metadata.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MAINTENANCE The Maintenance menu includes: Save Log, Upgrade, Calibrate, Self-Test, Restore System, Rediscover, System Status, and OLPF. SAVE A LOG FILE A log file is a detailed text file of the processes and operations performed by the camera. If you contact RED for support, you may be asked to send a log file. To save a log file, follow the instructions below: 1. Ensure that an SSD is properly mounted to the camera. 2. Go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance. 3. Select Save Log.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SELF-TEST The Self-Test menu includes: Enable/Disable Sensor Test Pattern and Touchscreen. ENABLE/DISABLE SENSOR TEST PATTERN The Sensor Test Pattern is used during manufacturing and stress testing. For more information, go to "Perform a Stress Test" on page 194. The Sensor Test Pattern is a white screen with vertical lines. To enable/disable the sensor test pattern, go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > Self-Test > Enable/Disable Sensor Test Pattern.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RESTORE SYSTEM Restore System offers two (2) types of restores: Reset Defaults and Wipe Camera. RESET DEFAULTS Reset Defaults changes all settings to the factory default values. To perform a Reset Defaults, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > Restore System. 2. Select Reset Defaults. 3. Select YES on the screen that asks you to confirm the action. The camera turns off. 4. Turn on the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RCP CONNECTIONS Lists any RCP clients the camera is connected to. CAMERA INFO Displays the following camera information: Type: Camera type and sensor type. Firmware Version: Current firmware version. PIN: The personal identification number that is specific to your camera. SVN Revision: The current firmware number. Runtime: The number of hours that the camera has been turned on. Name: Sensor type. OLPF RED offers multiple optical low-pass filters (OLPFs).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE THIRD-PARTY OLPFS WARNING: RED does not guarantee that third-party OLPFs will work as intended. Any damage caused by using a third-party OLPF, or any undesirable effects to the footage caused by using a third-party OLPF, is not covered under any RED warranty. If you have any questions or support issues with a third- party OLPF, contact the OLPF’s manufacturer. If you are using a third-party OLPF, follow the instructions below to set up the OLPF: 1. Install the OLPF.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 6: SENSOR CALIBRATION Sensor calibration, also known as black shading, is a process during which the camera optimizes image quality by ensuring that pixel sensitivity remains consistent throughout the sensor. Calibrating the sensor generates a calibration map based on system and environment settings. After calibration, the sensor shows a uniform noise profile over the whole area without any falloffs on any side.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATE SENSOR: MANUAL CALIBRATION The camera offers two (2) ways to calibrate the sensor: Manual Calibration and Auto Calibration. This section describes how to calibrate the sensor with Manual Calibration. When you start a Manual Calibration, the camera calibrates the sensor at the current exposure and temperature setting. You will need to re-calibrate the sensor after extreme changes in exposure and temperature. The Manual Calibration process takes several minutes.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 9. Select OK on the dialog box that opens. The system initializes and then makes multiple passes through the following phases of the calibration: Capturing Analyzing Erasing Programming 10. When the Calibration Successful dialog displays, select OK to complete the process. The new calibration map is automatically selected. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATE SENSOR: AUTO CALIBRATION NOTE: The camera cannot export calibration maps created by Auto Calibration. The camera offers two (2) ways to calibrate the sensor: Manual Calibration and Auto Calibration. This section describes how to calibrate the sensor with Auto Calibration. When you start an Auto Calibration, the camera calibrates the sensor at 16 exposure settings, and uses that data to build a calibration curve.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 5. Select which Sensor Sensitivity you want to calibrate at: Low Light Only: This option displays when the current Sensor Sensitivity is Low Light. Standard Only: This option displays when the current Sensor Sensitivity is Standard. Standard and Low Light: This option always displays. Figure: Select Sensor Sensitivity for Auto Calibration 6. Select OK on the dialog box that opens. The system initializes and then makes multiple passes through the calibration phases. 7.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATION MAP NAMING CONVENTIONS All calibration maps for Low Light Sensor Sensitivity are marked with the "LL" symbol.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATION MANAGEMENT To apply, export, and import calibration maps, go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > Calibrate > Sensor. In Camera: The calibration maps that are saved internally on the camera: Factory: This is the calibration map generated during the manufacturing process. (Default) All other: The user-created calibration maps. Media: The calibration maps that are on the SSD in the path shown (for example, S-SSD\calibration).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 7: AUDIO SYSTEM AUDIO OVERVIEW The BRAIN has two (2) integrated dual channel digital stereo microphones that record uncompressed audio at 24-bit 48 kHz. These microphones offer you the ability to capture scratch-track audio. The DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module each feature a built-in headphone jack, so you can hear the audio during playback via headphones.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CONTROL NOTE: If using a third-party module, some audio controls may not be available in-camera. To adjust the input, pre-amplifier, and headphone settings, select Control. CHANNEL 1/2 AND CHANNEL 3/4 To set up Channel 1/2 and 3/4, go to Menu > Settings > Audio > Control. Figure: Channel Setup SOURCE The audio source options only display when the expanders are attached.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE PHANTOM POWER The 3- pin XLR connectors on the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Production Module provide +48 V phantom power. Enable phantom power (via the switch adjacent to the XLR port) after a microphone is connected. Disable phantom power (by switching to Line or Mic) before removing the microphone. PRE-AMP GAIN The range and default depends on the attached expander. To adjust amplification levels, follow the instructions below: 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HEADPHONE VOLUME The range and default depends on the attached expander. CHANGE HEADPHONE VOLUME 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Audio > Control > Headphone Volume. 2. Move the Left and Right sliders up and down to adjust the volume. 3. To toggle mute/unmute, select Mute. (Applicable to DSMC2 Base Expander and DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander only.) 4. To link the volume for Left and Right, select Link. Figure: Headphone Volume C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MIX NOTE: If using a third-party module, some audio controls may not be available in-camera. NOTE: For DSMC2 Jetpack Expander and DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, the only available option is Monitor Mix. The camera features a digital audio mixer that controls the volume and stereo settings for each input channel. The mixer affects audio monitoring (such as headphones) and audio recorded to external devices. The mixer DOES NOT affect audio embedded in the R3D file.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INCOMING AUDIO CHANNELS When you select Input as the VU Meter Source, the Audio Meter displays the incoming audio channels (default). For more information, go to "VU Meter" on page 100. Channel 1 and Channel 2 are the default channels, correlating with the MIC-1 and MIC-2 inputs on the camera. Channel 3 and Channel 4 are greyed out unless the camera detects audio input. The channel names selected in the Audio menu determine the channel names displayed in the Audio Meter.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RECORD AUDIO IN VARISPEED MODE The camera supports recording audio in Varispeed mode when all of the following criteria is met: The Recording Frame Rate is higher than the Project Time Base The Recording Storage is set to Local, and the Recording mode is set to Continuous Record (Menu > Settings > Recording > Mode) The Record varispeed audio in a separate WAV file check box is selected (Menu > Settings > Recording > Mode) The Record File Format includes R3D (Menu > Settings > Re
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 5. Select the Record varispeed audio in a separate WAV file check box. This option is available only when the Recording Frame Rate is higher than the Project Time Base. The Audio Meters display in the Lower Status Row. For more information, go to "Audio Meter (VU Meter)" on page 169. Figure: Record Varispeed Audio 6. Record. 7. When you mount the SSD to a computer, a WAV file displays in the RDC folder. Figure: WAV File in RDC Folder C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 8: TIMECODE, GENLOCK, MULTICAMERA SETUP This chapter describes timecode, genlock, and multi-camera operations such as 3D and array setup. NOTE: These configurations require specific expanders or modules. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. TIMECODE Timecode is a numeric sequence based on SMPTE 12M that aids in the management and synchronization of footage and audio.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SET UP INTERNAL TIMECODE To set up and adjust timecode generated by the camera, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Project > Timecode. 2. Select the desired Timecode Display mode. 3. Set Source to RTC. The TC indicator in the Lower Status Row remains grey when internal timecode is enabled. Figure: Timecode OUTPUT TIMECODE NOTE: Outputting timecode from the camera requires a DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander or DSMC2 Production Module.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INPUT EXTERNAL TIMECODE NOTE: This procedure requires a DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, or DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216. To input timecode generated by an external device, follow the instructions below: 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GENLOCK Generator locking (genlock) is a tri-level signal used to synchronize video and audio systems. Genlock is based on SMPTE 296M and 274M. There are two (2) important genlock sync modes: Monitor Sync Sensor Sync MONITOR SYNC NOTE: Using genlock requires a DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, or DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 216.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SENSOR SYNC NOTE: HDRX® is not available when Genlock Sensor Sync is enabled. Sensor Sync is achieved when an incoming genlock signal is compatible with the monitor output frequency, project time base, and recording frame rate. In Sensor Sync mode, sensor timing is locked to the genlock signal.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION NOTE: Master/Slave operation, including stereo/3D and camera arrays, requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 235. NOTE: The Master camera controls metadata and basic camera parameters of the Slave cameras. Any other setting changes required by the Slave cameras must be made before recording.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SET UP MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION NOTE: Master/Slave operation, including stereo/3D and camera arrays, requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 235. 1. Use the Master/Slave Gig-E Cable to connect the GIG-E port on one expander or module to the GIG-E port on the other expander or module. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 3. On the Slave camera(s), follow the instructions below: A. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Communication. B. Type a name for the camera (Example: CAM B, RIGHT, SLAVE, etc) in the Camera ID field. C. Set Target to None. Figure: Slave Settings D. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Communication and select the Ethernet tab. E. Select the Camera to Camera check box. The LAN indicator in the Lower Status Row illuminates green.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SET REEL NUMBER, CAMERA ID, AND CAMERA POSITION NOTE: Camera ID and Camera Position settings can also be found at Menu > Settings > Project > Slate > Camera. To prepare media and slate settings for a Master/Slave or Stereo/3D production, follow the instructions below: 1. On both Master and Slave cameras, go to Menu > Media > Device and select Format Media.... 2. On both Master and Slave cameras, select the desired Reel Number and Camera ID settings.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MULTI-CAMERA CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS This section describes automatic camera-generated clip naming conventions based on slate settings. Cameras use the Reel No, Cam ID, and Cam Pos settings to generate a custom clip name.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SET UP STEREO/3D CONFIGURATION NOTE: Master/Slave operation requires a GIG- E port, which is available on the DSMC2 Jetpack- SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 235. This section describes basic procedures for connecting two (2) cameras in a Master/Slave configuration for 3D operation.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA ARRAY SET UP A CAMERA ARRAY NOTE: Master/Slave operation, including stereo/3D and camera arrays, requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and DSMC2 Production Module. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 235. NOTE: For genlock to function correctly, the cameras must be on the same firmware version, and must be using the same project time base and recording frame rate.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MOTION CONTROL (MOCO) NOTE: When using MoCo, set the frame rate to be at least two times (2x) the fastest trigger rate used. When using MoCo, REDCODE is calculated based on fps/2. Therefore, if you are in MoCo mode, and the frame rate is 100.83 fps, the maximum REDCODE is calculated based on a frame rate of 50.415 fps. NOTE: HDRX is not available when MoCo is enabled. NOTE: Genlock and timecode can also be used with MoCo.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 6. Select Sync Out from the GPO Function drop-down menu. (Optional) Figure: MoCo BRAIN GPIO Settings 7. Supply a pulse from the Motion Control device to sync the shutter to the rising edge of the sync input. NOTE: For more information, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for the Motion Control device. REQUIRED CABLE 790-0154, 790-0643: 3BNC-to-00 Sync Cable (required per SYNC and CTRL port used) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE TIMECODE DEVICES The following timecode devices are compatible with the camera. Additional timecode devices may be compatible, but have not yet been tested by RED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 9: UPGRADE CAMERA FIRMWARE Your camera functionality may be upgraded by installing the latest firmware. Make a habit of frequently visiting RED Downloads at www.red.com/downloads to check for new versions of camera firmware, updated operation guides, and post production software. VERIFY CURRENT CAMERA FIRMWARE To see the firmware version that is currently installed on your camera, go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > System Status > Camera Info.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 12. Verify that the firmware version listed matches the firmware version that you downloaded. For more information, go to "Verify Current Camera Firmware" on the previous page. 13. Reformat the SSD before recording. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 10: CAMERA SYSTEM MAINTENANCE All RED ® products are designed for rugged durability, but precision instruments demand proper care. Follow the instructions in this chapter to clean, maintain, and store your devices. WARNING: DO NOT rinse or immerse the camera or other accessories in water. Keep dry at all times. WARNING: DO NOT use soaps, detergents, ammonia, acetone, alkaline cleaners, abrasive cleaning compounds, or solvents.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CLEAN EVF SCREEN NOTE: This section describes only how to clean the screen on the DSMC2® RED EVF, and not how to clean the entire device. This section explains how to clean the screen on the DSMC2 RED EVF. The screen is accessed by removing the DSMC2 RED EVF Modular Optical Block. Use an ionized rubber air bulb to clean the screen on the DSMC2 RED EVF.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPROVED LCD SCREEN CLEANERS Use only the following products to clean LCD screens: Ionized rubber air bulb Delkin Devices Sensor Solution® Lens swabs Dry optical wipes RED Microfiber Bag NOTE: Before cleaning the screen with swabs or wipes and a cleaning solution, ALWAYS use an ionized rubber air bulb to remove any solid particles. Cleaning the screen without removing solid particles increases the risk of scratching the screen.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ADJUST BACK FOCUS Adjust back focus by using the RED Focus or a focus chart. For more information about using the RED Focus, see the RED Focus Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. The camera also features a back focus adjustment screw. For more information, go to "BRAIN" on page 13. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CHAPTER 11: TROUBLESHOOT YOUR CAMERA PERFORM A STRESS TEST Perform a stress test before important projects to ensure the reliability and stability of your gear. A stress test subjects your camera system and equipment to the increased stress of prolonged operation. If any components are developing issues, this test will help identify those problems before you have an equipment failure during a major shoot. 1. Configure your camera. 2. Calibrate the sensor.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GENERAL: MODULE, EXPANDER, OR LENS MOUNT NOT FUNCTIONING SYMPTOM A module, expander, or lens mount is not functioning correctly, or is not communicating with the camera. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a Hardware Rediscover. For more information, go to "Rediscover (Hardware Rediscover)" on page 155. Upgrade your camera firmware. For more information, go to "Upgrade Camera Firmware" on page 188. Reset your camera’s default settings.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SCREEN FREEZES OR DOES NOT DISPLAY SYMPTOM The screen freezes or does not display. POTENTIAL RESOLUTION Perform a Hard Restore. For more information, go to "Perform a Hard Restore" on page 198. INTERMITTENT MOTION JITTER SYMPTOM A slight, intermittent motion jitter displays on the monitor. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS If you calibrate the sensor using the Auto Calibration method, the calibration map updates in the background when camera settings change.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CANNOT USE TOUCHSCREEN SYMPTOM Cannot control the camera via the touchscreen or the DSMC2® SIDEKICK™. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a Hard Restore. For more information, go to "Perform a Hard Restore" on the next page. If you are using an external monitor, enable menus on the monitors and control the camera via the DSMC2 SIDEKICK: Connect an SSD (RED MINI-MAG®) to your computer. On the SSD, create a new folder, and name it force_preset. Download the DSMC Toolkit from www.red.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA DOES NOT TURN ON SYMPTOM The camera does not turn on (does not boot up), even when powered. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Remove all accessories and power the camera using the power adaptor. Perform a Hard Restore. For more information, go to "Perform a Hard Restore" below. Remove all accessories and power the camera using the power adaptor.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BLACK AND WHITE IMAGE SYMPTOM The display shows that an image is in black and white, and the menus are still in color. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Check the Color Saturation setting. If the Saturation setting is set to a low value, change the Saturation to a higher value. Reset your camera’s default settings. For more information, go to "Reset Defaults" on page 155.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE POSSIBLE HOT PIXEL SYMPTOM Your camera displays a possible hot pixel. EXPLANATION There may not be an issue with the pixel itself. The sensor can display a hot pixel when the sensor calibration is outdated. Current camera settings and temperature can affect pixel calibration. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Delete all user-generated calibration files and recalibrate the sensor. For more information, go to "Sensor Calibration" on page 158. Upgrade your camera firmware.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ERROR MESSAGES “CRITICAL FAILURE” OR “SERIOUS ERROR” MESSAGES SYMPTOM When you upgrade or turn on the camera, the display shows a message with the phrase “Critical Failure” or “Serious Error”. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Update the camera firmware to the latest release build available for download at www.red.com/downloads. Submit a Support ticket at https://support.red.com. Include the following with the request: Log file. For more information, go to "Save a Log File" on page 153.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ERROR 0X00000020 OR ERROR 0X20 SYMPTOM The display shows one of the following messages: Error 0x00000020. Please save log and send to RED Support. ERROR 0x20. Media integrity error. Please secure format the SSD. If the issue persists, save log file and contact RED Support with the log file, method of powering camera, and camera configuration. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a secure format of the SSD. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ERROR 0X11D SYMPTOM The display shows the following message: "Media integrity error. Please secure format the SSD. If the issue persists, save log file and contact RED Support with the log file, method of powering camera, and camera configuration." POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a secure format of the SSD. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUDIO BUFFER OVERFLOW WARNING SYMPTOM The error message "Audio Buffer Overflow" displays. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Update the camera firmware to the latest release build available for download at www.red.com/downloads. Perform a secure format of the SSD. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. IMPORTANT: Ensure that data is backed up before formatting the media, since formatting erases all data on the SSD.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA BAY AND RED MINI-MAG ISSUES SYMPTOMS LEDs on media bay do not illuminate when expected. RED MINI-MAG does not mount to camera. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure RED MINI-MAG is fully inserted in the media bay. Perform a system restore. Reformat the RED MINI-MAG on the computer. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide at www.red.com/downloads. Remove and reinstall the media bay. For more information, go to "Remove the Media Bay" below.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BACK FOCUS LOCK (LOCK SENSOR) The camera has a Back Focus lock, which locks the sensor in place to prevent it from moving. Locking the sensor is different from checking back focus. To lock the sensor, follow the instructions below: REQUIRED TOOL(S): T10 TORX driver, T8 TORX driver WARNING: DO NOT adjust back focus when the sensor is locked in place by the Back Focus Lock, since that can damage the Sensor Positioning System.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 4. Use a T8 TORX driver to install the screw in the Back Focus Lock position. DO NOT exceed 80 in-oz, or damage may occur. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Figure: Back Focus Successfully Locked 5. Reinstall the side module (or side panel). For more information, go to "Configure Your Camera" on page 47. Figure: Reinstall the Side Module/Panel C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DSMC2 GEMINI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DSMC2 GEMINI SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Sensor Type GEMINI® 15.4 Megapixel Dual Sensitivity CMOS Effective Pixels 5120 x 3000 Sensor Size 30.72 mm x 18.00 mm (Diagonal: 35.61 mm) Dynamic Range 16.5+ stops (Both Sensitivities) Max Data Rates Up to 300 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG® (480GB, 512GB, 960GB & 1TB) Up to 225 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG (120GB & 240GB) REDCODE® 75 fps at 5K Full Height 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 GEMINI SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Apple® ProRes ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422 and ProRes 422 LT at 4K (4096 × 2160) up to 30 fps ProRes 4444 XQ and ProRes 4444 at 2K (2048 × 1080) up to 120 fps ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422 and ProRes 422 LT at 2K (2048 × 1080) up to 120 fps Avid® Codecs DNxHR HQX at 4K (4096 × 2160) 12-bit up to 30 fps DNxHR HQ and SQ at 4K (4096 × 2160) 8-bit up to 30 fps DNxHR 444 at 2K (2048 × 1080) 12-bit up to 120 fps DNxHR HQ and SQ at 2K (2048 × 1080) 8-
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 GEMINI SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION REDCINE-X PRO® Delivery Formats 4K: DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (.RED via RRencode plugin) 2K: DPX, TIFF, OpenEXR (.RED via RRencode plugin) 1080p RGB 4:2:2, 720p 4:2:2 : QuickTime®, JPEG, Avid AAF, MXF 1080p 4:2:0, 720p 4:2:0 : H.264, .MP4 Video Editing Software Compatibility3 Adobe® Premiere® Pro, Avid Media Composer®, DaVinci Resolve®, Edius Pro®, Final Cut Pro®, Vegas Pro® 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX B: MECHANICAL DRAWINGS DSMC2 GEMINI NOTE: Dimensions are shown in mm. The optical axis height of the camera is 95.90 mm. FRONT VIEW Figure: Camera Front View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE BACK VIEW Figure: Camera Back View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (RIGHT) Figure: Camera Side View (Right) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (LEFT) Figure: Camera Side View (Left) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TOP VIEW Figure: Camera Top View BOTTOM VIEW Figure: Camera Bottom View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX C: INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS This appendix provides pinout information for the input/output connectors on the following components: DSMC2® Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 Production Module DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate DSMC2 Production Top Plate NOTE: When connecting a cable to a connector, align the key and red marker on the cable connector with the corresponding key and marker on the devi
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 BASE EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Base Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 Stereo Microphone 3.5mm stereo "Stereo Microphone" on page 238 2 Headphone Jack 3.5mm stereo "Headphone" on page 239 3 SYNC 4-pin 00B "SYNC (Video Sync In) with SYNC Trigger Button Circuit" on page 227 4 CTRL 4-pin 00B "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 231 5 HDMI® HDMI 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 V-LOCK I/O EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 AUX Power P-Tap 2-pin Female "AUX Power (P-Tap)" on page 244 2 Stereo Microphone 3.5mm stereo "Stereo Microphone" on page 238 3 Headphone Jack 3.5mm stereo "Headphone" on page 239 4 USB Power USB 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 REDVOLT EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 AUX PWR 4-Pin 0B "AUX Power (4-Pin 0B)" on page 243 2 SDI 1 and 2 BNC "3G-SDI (HD-SDI) Out" on page 224 3 HDMI HDMI 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 CTRL 4-pin 00B "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 231 2 HDMI HDMI 1.2, Type A "HDMI Out" on page 226 3 DC IN 6-pin 1B DC-IN "DC IN (Power Input)" on page 240 4 SYNC 4-pin 00B "SYNC (Video Sync In) with Contact Closure Style Trigger Input" on page 229 5 USB USB 2.0, Type A (power only) "USB Power" on page 243 C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK-SDI EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 CTRL 4-pin 00B "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 231 2 AUX 2-Pin 0B "AUX Power 2-Pin 0B, 1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 PRODUCTION MODULE (V-LOCK) Figure: DSMC2 Production Module (V-Lock) # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 SDI 1 and 2 BNC "3G-SDI (HD-SDI) Out" on page 224 2 MON-1 BNC "MON-1" on page 225 3 GIG-E 9-pin 0B "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 235 4 CTRL 4-pin 00B "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 231 5 DC IN 6-pin 1B DC-IN "DC IN (Power Input)" on page 240 6 POWER TAP P-Tap 2-pin Female "AUX Power (P-Tap)" on page 244 7 GENLOCK BNC "Genlock" on page 233 8
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 TACTICAL TOP PLATE Figure: DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 START/STOP Fischer 3-pin 102 "START/STOP" on page 236 2 MONITOR 16-Pin 1B LCD/EVF connector Custom digital video and power interconnection between the camera and RED LCD/EVF; Pinout not published DSMC2 PRODUCTION TOP PLATE Figure: DSMC2 Production Top Plate # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE DETAILS 1 START/STOP Fischer 3-pin 102 "START/STOP" on page 236 2 MONITOR 16-Pin 1B LCD
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE RECORD/MONITOR OUT PORTS 3G-SDI (HD-SDI) OUT The following devices feature an HD-SDI connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander (labeled as “SDI-1” and “SDI-2”) DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander (labeled as “SDI”) DSMC2 Production Module (labeled as “SDI-1” and “SDI-2”) On the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Production Module, SDI-1 and SDI-2 output a cloned 3G-SDI signal.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE MON-1 The DSMC2 Production Module features a MON-1 out port. The DSMC2 Production Module converts an 8-bit RGB HDMI signal to a 10-bit 4:2:2 SDI feed, which is available via the MON-1 port. Due to this conversion, the color depth of the signal is limited to 8-bit. The MON-1 port provides an additional monitor feed that is separate from the SDI-1 and SDI-2 cloned feeds.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HDMI OUT The following expanders feature an HDMI 1.2 (Type A) connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander NOTE: For more information about HDMI wireless transmitter support, go to "HDMI Wireless Transmitters" below.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMMUNICATION PORTS SYNC (VIDEO SYNC IN) WITH SYNC TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT The DSMC2 Base Expander features a SYNC connector with a SYNC Trigger Button Circuit. The 4-Pin 00B Sync Connector accepts timecode, genlock, and General Purpose Input (GPI) signals.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SYNC TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT The SYNC connector has a 3.3 V Schmitt trigger (5 V tolerant). The trigger is not a switch closure circuit, so it requires that the trigger source supplies current. Both edges of the input signal may be used as a trigger. NOTE: The SYNC trigger button circuit only applies to the DSMC2 Base Expander. For example, this is the behavior of the circuit when the GPI trigger is used for record start/stop: Start Record: On ground to 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE SYNC (VIDEO SYNC IN) WITH CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER INPUT The following devices feature a SYNC connector with contact closure style trigger input: DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander The 4-Pin 00B Sync Connector accepts timecode, genlock, and General Purpose Input (GPI) signals. To operate the GPI contact closure style trigger, short Pin 2 (GPI) to Pin 1 (ground). WARNING: DO NOT apply voltage to Pin 2 (GPI).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT (SYNC) The diagram below shows the contact closure style trigger button circuit on the SYNC connector.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) The following devices feature a CTRL connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The 4- Pin 00B CTRL Connector supports RS232 remote control for 3D camera communication and third- party metadata ingest applications. For more information, go to "BRAIN GPIO" on page 148. The General Purpose Out (GPO) tally presents 3.3 V at a maximum of 0.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0154, 790-0643: 3BNC-to-00 Sync Cable 790-0187, 790-0648: 4-Pin 00B-to-Flying Lead White: Ground Yellow: RS232 RX Blue: Shutter/sync, general purpose output Red: RS232 TX Black: Shield 790-0415: RED Start/Stop Cable (14-Pin 1B to SYNC, CTRL, BNC) SERIAL (RS232 CONTROL) The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features a SERIAL connector. The 7-Pin 0B SERIAL port connector supports RS232 RX, RS232 TX, and a General Purpose Input (GPI) trigger (active-low switch closure).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT The diagram below shows the contact closure style trigger button circuit on the connector. Figure: Contact Closure Style Trigger Button Circuit Diagram COMPATIBLE CABLES For GPI applications, you can use this cable: 790-0553, 790-0653: RED 7-Pin 0B-to-Flying Lead Serial Port Cable (6') For non-GPI applications, you can use this 6-pin cable: 790-0444: R.C.P.®-to-T.H.C.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE TIMECODE The following devices feature a TIMECODE connector: DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The LEMO EAG.0B.305.CLN connector supports SMPTE timecode input and output. Pins 2 and 3 can be used together to receive a balance SMPTE 12M serial timecode input. Pin 2 can be used by itself (leave pin 3 open) to receive a single-ended SMPTE 12M serial timecode input. Pin 5 is a timecode output. Figure: Front Face of Timecode (LEMO EAG.0B.305.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE GIG-E (ETHERNET) The following devices feature a GIG-E connector. DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The GIG-E 9-pin 0B connector provides a 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab) gigabit Ethernet connection for remote camera setup, master/slave camera communication, and external metadata ingest. Since the GIG- E connector does not support slower speeds (10BASE-T and 100BASE-T), ensure that any device you connect to supports 1000BASE-T.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE START/STOP The following devices feature a START/STOP connector: DSMC2 Tactical Top Plate DSMC2 Production Top Plate The Fischer 3-pin 102 supports record start/stop via compatible third-party triggers. Figure: START/STOP Connector (Looking at the Connector) FISCHER 3-PIN CONNECTOR PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION 1 GROUND Common ground N/A 2 N/A No connection (NC) N/A 3 R/S Active Low to start/stop record In C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 24V RS The DSMC2 Production Module features two (2) 24V RS (run/stop) connectors. The two (2) Fischer 3-pin 102 connectors supply a combined 24V power out at a maximum sustained current draw of 2.5A. Each connector also includes a run/stop (R/S) trigger input. To operate the contact closure style trigger, short Pin 3 (R/S) to Pin 1 (ground). WARNING: DO NOT apply voltage to Pin 3 (R/S).
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUDIO PORTS STEREO MICROPHONE The following expanders feature a stereo microphone jack: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander The 3.5mm stereo microphone provides two (2) channels of audio for recording.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE HEADPHONE The following devices feature a headphone jack: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The 3.5mm stereo jack provides two (2) channels of audio for monitoring. For maximum quality, use high impedance headphones. HEADPHONE JACK PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION TIP LEFT Left channel audio Out RING RIGHT Right channel audio Out SLEEVE GND Camera ground N/A C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE POWER PORTS DC IN (POWER INPUT) The following devices feature a DC IN connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The 6-Pin 1B DC-IN connector accepts DC input power from 11.5 V DC to 17 V DC. A built-in power conditioner protects against reverse- polarity connections, electrostatic discharge (ESD), undervoltage, overvoltage, and overcurrent.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0138: RED 2B-to-1B Power Adaptor Cable 790-0164, 790-0646: XLR Power Cable (10') 790-0165, 790-0647: XLR Power Cable (30") AUX POWER 2-PIN 0B, 3.0A The following devices feature an auxiliary power out connector (3.0A): DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Production Module The 2-Pin 0B connector (LEMO EEG.0B.302.CLL) supplies unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 3.0A.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER 2-PIN 0B, 1.5A The DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander features an auxiliary power out connector (1.5A): The 2-Pin 0B connector (LEMO EEG.0B.302.CLL) supplies unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 1.5A. Figure: Front Face of AUX PWR Connector (Looking at the Camera) LEMO EEG.0B.302.CLL CONNECTOR PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION 1 GROUND Common ground N/A 2 +11.5 to +17 VDC +11.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER (4-PIN 0B) The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features an auxiliary power out connector. The LEMO EAG.0B.304.CLN connector supplies unregulated (+) 11.5 to 17 VDC battery pass-through power. The maximum sustained current draw is 1.5A. Figure: Front Face of AUX PWR Connector (Looking at the Camera) LEMO EAG.0B.304.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER (P-TAP) The following devices feature an AUX power out connector: DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Production Module Figure: P-Tap Connector (Looking at Camera) The AUX power out connector features an industry-standard P-Tap connector and supplies conditioned VBATT at a maximum of 3.0A of power. 2-PIN P-TAP CONNECTOR PIN SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION 1 GROUND Common ground N/A 2 +11.5 to +17 VDC +11.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX D: LENS MOUNTS AND LENSES LENS MOUNTS This section describes camera lens mounts. Camera mounts may be configured with 19mm rods to accommodate most cinematography lenses, matte boxes, and follow focus systems. 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 turned on. Before installing or removing lens mounts, you MUST turn off the camera.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 4. Depending on the lens mount, you may need to turn the locking ring slightly counter-clockwise so that you can access the lens mount screws. Figure: Turn Locking Ring Counter-Clockwise 5. Loosen and remove the four (4) M4x0.7 x 8 mm lens mount screws in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T20 TORX driver. NOTE: Some lens mounts have captive screws that are not removable. NOTE: Screw removal may require a large handle T20 TORX driver and additional leverage.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 6. Remove the lens mount from the camera. Figure: Remove the Lens Mount C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE INSTALL A LENS MOUNT NOTE: You can change lens mounts in the field. However, RED recommends that you change lens mounts only in a dust-free environment. REQUIRED TOOL(S): T20 TORX driver 1. Ensure that the camera is turned off and remove any accessories or cables that may interfere with installation. 2. Inspect the gold electrical contact pins on the front of the camera and the gold contact pads on the rear of the lens mount to ensure that they are free of any contamination. 3.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE 6. Tighten the four (4) lens mount screws evenly in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T20 TORX driver. DO NOT exceed 350 in-oz, or damage may occur. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. 7. After installation, a hardware rediscover or firmware upgrade may be required, particularly if you are installing a MOTION MOUNT. To perform a hardware rediscover, go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > Rediscover. A system reboot is required after a hardware rediscover.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE FUJINON T2.9 CABRIO PREMIER PL LENSES NOTE: The VTR switch on the lens is mapped to Record: Toggle by default. The VTR switch can be mapped to another key. NOTE: Fujinon lenses running older versions of lens firmware might not send correct data to the camera. The following Fujinon ® T2.9 Cabrio Premier PL lenses are compatible with all camera PL mounts, but must be powered externally and configured a specific way: Fujinon 14-35mm T2.9 Cabrio Premier PL Fujinon 19-90mm T2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE CANON EF LENSES This section describes the appropriate method for attaching and detaching Canon® EF lenses. For more information, refer to the original manufacturer’s instructions. This section also lists lenses supported by the DSMC® Canon EF Mount. WARNING: ALWAYS protect your equipment, when it is not in use, by replacing lens caps and mount caps. ATTACH CANON EF LENSES 1. Rotate the secondary locking ring counter-clockwise to disengage. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE DSMC CANON MOUNT SUPPORTED LENSES The DSMC Canon Mount and DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT S35 Ti Canon (Captive) lens mount electronically support the following lenses: COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon CN-E Canon CN-E 18-80mm T4.4 COMPACT-SERVO1 Canon EF Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM Canon EF 15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Canon EF 15-85mm f/3.5 IS USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L Canon EF 20mm f/2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon EF Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS II with 1.4x Extender Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS II with 2x Extender Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L with 1.4x Extender Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L with 2x Extender Canon EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Canon EF 100mm f/2.0 USM Canon EF 100mm f/2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon EF Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM with 1.4x III Extender Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM with 2x III Extender Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS Canon EF 300mm f/4.0 L IS with 1.4x Extender Canon EF 300mm f/4.0 L IS with 2.0x Extender Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 IS II USM Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS with 1.4x Extender Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS with 2x Extender Canon EF 400mm f/4.0 DO IS Canon EF 400mm f/4.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon EF-S Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM2 Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM2 Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS2 Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM2 Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Sigma Sigma 10-20mm f/3.5 EX DC HSM Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art Sigma 14-24mm f/2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Tamron SP Tamron SP 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD2 Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Tamron SP 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical IF Macro Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD2 Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5 USD Di2 Tamron SP 200-500mm f/5 Di LD IF Tokina Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX, 11-16mm f/2.8 SD IF DX Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX-II, 11-16mm f/2.8 SD IF DX Zeiss Distagon® Zeiss Distagon T* 15mm f/2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE NIKON F-MOUNT LENSES This section describes the appropriate method for attaching and detaching Nikon ® F- Mount lenses. For more information, refer to the original manufacturer’s instructions. This section also lists lenses supported by the DSMC Nikon F-Mount. WARNING: ALWAYS protect your equipment, when it is not in use, by replacing lens caps and mount caps. ATTACH NIKON F-MOUNT LENSES 1. Rotate the secondary locking ring counter-clockwise to disengage. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Nikkor AF-S AF-S Nikkor 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED DX AF-S Nikkor 12-24mm f4G ED DX AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D ED IF AF-S Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G ED DX AF-S Nikkor 20mm f/1.8G ED N AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4G AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II AF-S Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED N1 AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Sigma APO Sigma APO 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sigma APO 120-300mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Tamron Tamron SP 24-70mm f2.8 Di VC USD Tokina Tokina AT-X 107 DX, 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 Fisheye DX Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX, 11-16mm f/2.8 SD IF DX Tokina AT-X 116 Pro DX-II, 11-16mm f/2.8 SD IF DX Zeiss Distagon Zeiss Distagon T* 21mm f/2.8 ZF.2 Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 Zeiss Otus1, 2 Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.41, 2 Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 ZF.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE AL LEICA-M MOUNT LENSES This section describes the appropriate method for attaching and detaching Leica-M ® lenses. For more information, refer to the original manufacturer’s instructions. This section also lists lenses supported by the DSMC AL Leica-M Mount. WARNING: ALWAYS protect your equipment, when it is not in use, by replacing lens caps and mount caps. ATTACH LEICA-M LENSES 1. Rotate the locking ring counter-clockwise to release the camera mount cap. 2.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX E: DEFAULT KEY FUNCTIONS NOTE: If using a third-party module, the default GPI functions may match the inputs offered by the module (instead of the RED defaults). DEFAULT KEYS ITEM KEY FUNCTION Camera BRAIN® Record Full Press Record: Toggle GPI In High Record: Start GPI In Low Record: Stop Record Full Press Record: Toggle/Multi-Shot Start Record Full Release Record: Multi-Shot Stop Record Half Press AF: Start User 1+2 Press Eject Media Up Press Br.
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ITEM KEY FUNCTION DSMC2® SIDEKICK™ User A Press AF Mode: Cycle User B Press WB: Auto Calc User C Press Magnify: Toggle User D Press Exposure Check: Toggle User A+D Press SM: Toggle Key Lock Nav Menu Press Navigation: Menu Nav North Press Navigation: Up Nav South Press Navigation: Down Nav East Press Navigation: Right Nav West Press Navigation: Left Nav Enter Press Navigation: Select Rotary CW Navigation: CW Rotary CCW Navigation: CCW C O PYR I G HT
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE ITEM KEY FUNCTION DSMC2 Side Handle User A Press AF Mode: Cycle User B Press WB: Auto Calc User C Press Magnify: Toggle User D Press Exposure Check: Toggle Nav Menu Press Navigation: Menu Nav North Press Navigation: Up Nav South Press Navigation: Down Nav East Press Navigation: Right Nav West Press Navigation: Left Nav Enter Press Navigation: Select Rotary Side CW (Iris Control Wheel) Iris: Open Rotary Side CCW (Iris Control Wheel) Iris: Close User 1
DSMC2 GEMINI OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX F: MENU MAP C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 9 R ED.C O M , LLC 9 5 5 - 0 1 6 9 _V 7 .
