Operation Manual

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AUTO

This setting combines VARIABLE speed fan operation while not recording, with SILENT mode when in

record. This mode is recommended for extended duration dialog recordings.

VARIABLE

This setting is most useful when the ambient temperatures are below 50°F/10°C. In variable mode, the fan

runs at a continuously variable speed in both preview and record. At low ambient temperatures the fan will

run at minimum speed. At higher ambient temperature, the fan will run faster to maintain the camera body

within its operating temperature limits.

HOT

This setting is most useful when the ambient temperature is between 86°F/32°C and 104°F/40C. In hot

mode, the fan runs at its maximum speed. Other camera cooling precautions may be necessary, such as

shading the camera from sunlight and use of a cold gel pack.

STANDARD

This setting is most useful when the ambient temperature is below 86F/ 32C. In standard mode, the fan

will run at half its maximum speed when in record.

QUIET

This setting is most useful when the ambient temperature is below 72°F/25°C. In quiet mode the fan runs

at one quarter its maximum speed when in record.

SILENT

This setting is most useful when the ambient temperature is below 60°F/15°C. In silent mode the fan runs

at its minimum speed when in record.

BLACK SHADING

Black Shading allows the camera to self-calibrate sensor output for optimum black levels.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to perform a Black Shading calibration while the camera is in Mag-

nify mode or an error will occur.

NOTE: Before starting a Black shading calibration, ensure that you place a lens cap that blocks all

light on your lens. Insert a formatted CF card or REDMAG into the camera (or attach a formatted

RED-DRIVE). Ideally re-format the media before proceeding to ensure sufficient space is available

to perform the record task.

NOTE: It is very important that no light reach the sensor. If Black Shading is performed without

capping the lens, the black level calculation will be incorrect. To rectify, repeat the Black shading

procedure with a lens cap installed.