REDLINK BRIDGE O P E R AT I O N G U I D E REDLINK DEVELOPMENT KIT | LENS CONTROL RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E TABLE OF CONTENTS Disclaimer 3 Copyright Notice 3 Trademark Disclaimer 3 Compliance Statements 3 Safety Instructions 5 Chapter 1: REDLINK Bridge Overview 6 Introduction 6 REDLINK Development Kit Included Components 7 Hardware and System Requirements 7 Additional Resources 7 Chapter 2: REDLINK Bridge Connectors and LEDs 8 REDLINK Bridge Connector 8 REDLINK Bridge LEDs 10 Chapter 3: Install the REDLINK Bridge 11 Dock the REDLINK Bridge 11 Undoc
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E DISCLAIMER RED ® has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in these installation instructions, which are provided solely for the user’s information. While thought to be accurate, the information in this document is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held responsible for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s interpretation of the language used herein that is different from that intended by RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E USAGE RESTRICTIONS FOR PRODUCTS THAT INCORPORATE REDLINK Products that fall into this category are denoted by inclusion of the Class 2 identifier symbol (exclamation mark in a circle) accompanying the CE Mark on the products regulatory label, example to the left. RESPONSIBLE PARTY: RED Digital Cinema 34 Parker Irvine, CA 92618 USA COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT use the camera or accessories near water. Avoid exposing your camera to moisture. The unit is not waterproof, so contact with water could cause permanent damage to the unit as well as electric shock and serious injury to the user. DO NOT use the camera in the rain or under other conditions with high moisture without appropriate protection, and immediately remove power source if camera or accessories are exposed to moisture.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 01 REDLINK Bridge OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION The REDLINK™ Bridge is a wireless module that attaches to the rear of the DSMC ® BRAIN, or other compatible DSMC rear module, and provides communication support for third-party app development. As part of the REDLINK™ Development kit, the REDLINK Bridge uses the REDLINK™ Command Protocol (RCP) to communicate information between the DSMC and your application.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E REDLINK Development Kit INCLUDED COMPONENTS At this time, the REDLINK Bridge is available as part of the REDLINK Development Kit, and is not available as a standalone item. The items listed in the table below ship with the REDLINK Development Kit (P/N 720-0028). ITEM REDLINK Bridge USB 2.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 02 REDLINK Bridge CONNECTORS AND LEDS REDLINK Bridge CONNECTOR REDLINK Bridge Connector CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION COMPATIBLE PARTS PART NUMBERS AUX (6-pin 0B LEMO) Connect the REDLINK Bridge to a T.H.C. for wired pairing REDLINK-to-T.H.C. Connector Cable (3') 790-0444 COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 6-PIN 0B LEMO AUX CONNECTOR PINOUT 1 6 2 5 3 4 6-Pin 0B LEMO AUX Connector 6-PIN 0B LEMO AUX CONNECTOR PIN SIGNAL 1 GND 2 Rx 3 Tx 4 Pwr Out 5 Pwr In 6 - COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E REDLINK Bridge LEDS REDLINK Bridge LEDs LED COLOR/FLASHING DESCRIPTION Power Indicator LED Off The REDLINK Bridge is not powered: The DSMC is powered off and turned off Green The REDLINK Bridge is powered: The DSMC is powered on and turned on Amber The camera is upgrading REDLINK Bridge firmware Off Wireless disabled Green Connected to wireless access point; Ad-hoc network connection available Green flashing The camera is upgrading REDLINK
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 03 INSTALL THE REDLINK Bridge This chapter explains how to install and power the REDLINK Bridge. NOTE: The REDLINK Bridge is HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you CAN remove or install the module while the camera is powered on. DOCK THE REDLINK Bridge 1. Slide the REDLINK Bridge over the V-Mount on the back of the DSMC BRAIN or compatible rear module. You will hear a click, which indicates that the REDLINK Bridge is securely attached.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E UNDOCK THE REDLINK Bridge 1. Press the release buttons on both sides of the REDLINK Bridge, and slide the module upward. 2. Remove the REDLINK Bridge. POWER THE REDLINK Bridge The camera automatically powers the REDLINK Bridge when the REDLINK Bridge is connected to the camera and the camera is powered. COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 04 CONNECT REDLINK Bridge TO AN APP The REDLINK Bridge provides a communication pathway for your app to interface with the DSMC. In order for this pathway to operate properly, you must enable WiFi in the DSMC and wirelessly connect the REDLINK Bridge to your device. There are two ways to connect the REDLINK Bridge to a device: Ad-Hoc mode: The REDLINK Bridge and your device connect to each other.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 8. If you selected WEP as the encryption option, type the passphrase that will be required to access the network. The passphrase must meet the following WEP requirements: ‒ ‒ The passphrase must be exactly 10 characters long. ‒ ‒ The passphrase must be in hexadecimal format (only 0–9, A–F). 9. Close the WiFi screen. 10. Connect your device to the ad-hoc network created by the REDLINK Bridge.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CONNECT VIA INFRASTRUCTURE MODE In Infrastructure mode, the REDLINK Bridge and your device both connect to an access point, and communicate through that wireless network. To connect the REDLINK Bridge to your device via an existing wireless network, follow the instructions below: 1. Connect your device to a wireless network. The access point for the network must have DHCP enabled. 2.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 10. If you select an encrypted network, follow the instructions below to enter the passphrase for the network: A. Tap or select the Passphrase text box. The Passphrase screen opens. B. Type the passphrase to access the network. The passphrase is limited to alphanumeric characters (0–9, A–Z). C. Select OK. 11. Select Connect at the bottom of the WiFi screen.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 05 CONTROL LENSES VIA REDLINK Bridge Use the REDLINK Bridge with a RED T.H.C. (TACTICAL HAND CONTROLLER) to control Canon and Nikon lenses. When used with the REDLINK Bridge, the RED T.H.C. can perform the following: Control Focus and Iris for Canon and Nikon lenses Set Focus and Iris lens limits for Canon and Nikon lenses Initialize remotely This chapter explains how to pair the T.H.C.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 5. After the LEDs stop flashing, press the Iris Limit and Focus Limit buttons to set the new channel: ‒ ‒ Iris Limit button: Press to set the tens. ‒ ‒ Focus Limit button: Press to set the ones. For example, if you want the channel to be 14, press the Iris Limit button once, and then press the Focus Limit four times. Set Channel with Limit Buttons 6. Wait a few seconds, and the Iris Limit and Focus Limit LEDs flash to tell you what the new channel is.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E PAIR THE T.H.C. WITH THE REDLINK BRIDGE VIA A WIRED CONNECTION 1. Dock the REDLINK Bridge to the DSMC. 2. Connect the AUX port on the T.H.C. to the AUX port on the REDLINK Bridge using the REDLINK-to-T.H.C. Connector Cable (3'). 3. Toggle the power switch to Cable mode. The T.H.C. automatically pairs to the REDLINK Bridge. 4. Install a RED LI BATTERY 7.2V. 5. Toggle the T.H.C. power switch to Battery mode. 6. Remove the REDLINK-to-T.H.C.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 4. Set up additional focus settings, such as Zone and Size, as needed. 5. You can now use the Focus wheel and Iris slider to adjust the Focus and Iris, respectively. INITIALIZE LENS WITH THE T.H.C. WHEN TO INITIALIZE Normally, the lens initializes when you power on the DSMC or swap the lens. However, sometimes the lens may not operate properly when first connected to the DSMC.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 06 REDLINK Bridge MAINTENANCE All RED products are designed for rugged durability, but precision instruments demand proper care. Please take note the special care guidelines in this section. WARNING: DO NOT attempt to modify, dismantle or open the REDLINK Bridge, as doing so may expose you to electric shock and serious injury. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E 07 TROUBLESHOOT REDLINK Bridge CAMERA CONTROL VIA AN APP CANNOT CONNECT VIA INFRASTRUCTURE MODE SYMPTOM Cannot connect the camera to a wireless network. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure that the wireless access point that you’re trying to connect to has DHCP enabled. Move the camera closer to the access point. The REDLINK Bridge supports a wireless communication range of approximately 50 feet.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E CANNOT CONTROL FOCUS OR IRIS SYMPTOM After successfully connecting the T.H.C. to the REDLINK Bridge, adjusting the Focus and Iris knobs on the T.H.C. does not change the Focus and Iris of the lens. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure that the switch on the side of your lens is set to autofocus. The switch label depends on the type of lens: ‒ ‒ Canon: Switch to AF. ‒ ‒ Nikon: Switch to M/A.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REDLINK Bridge SPECIFICATION Wireless Standard DESCRIPTION 1 802.11/b/g/n Wireless Range 2 Approximately 50 feet Frequency 2.4 GHz Data Rates 1 Mbps to 72 Mbps Network Modes 3 Ad-Hoc mode Infrastructure mode Network Security WEP Network Channels Channel 1 to Channel 11 (when connecting to a device) Channel 1 to Channel 42 (when connecting to T.H.C.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E REDLINK Development Kit PACKAGING SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Dimensions Height: 7.00" (17.78 cm) Width: 6.50" (16.51 cm) Depth: 2.50" (6.35 cm) Weight 0.75 lbs (340 g) COPYRIGHT © 2014 RED.
R E D L I N K B R I D G E O P E R AT I O N G U I D E B REDLINK Bridge COMPATIBILITY REDLINK Bridge COMPATIBILITY You can dock the REDLINK Bridge to any of the following: DSMC BRAIN MODULE ADAPTOR +1 MODULE ADAPTOR PRO BATTERY MODULE (DUAL) PRO BATTERY MODULE (QUAD) PRO I/O MODULE SUPPORTED LENSES You can use the REDLINK Bridge with the T.H.C. to control the Focus and Iris of any Canon and Nikon lens that is electronically supported by RED.
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