Operation Manual

RED DSMC OPERATION GUIDE: WEAPON
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LENSES
This section describes lenses and lens operations for the DSMC system.
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. Failure to do so may result in damage to the lens mounts or DSMC that will not be
covered under warranty.
LENS WEIGHT AND LENS SUPPORT
Use a lens support system when mounting heavy or long lenses to your camera.
When mounting a heavy or long lens, ensure that the full weight of the lens is never directly on the camera or
lens mount. Mount the lens to the support system first, and then carefully mount the lens to the camera.
Due to the lightweight construction of the carbon fiber BRAIN and magnesium mounts, most setups with the
carbon fiber BRAIN require a lens support system for all but the lightest lenses.
WARNING: Failure to use lens supports appropriate for the lens and camera setup may lead to damage of the
DSMC and lens mount. Any damage caused by not using a lens support system will not be covered under
warranty.
POSITIVE LOCK (PL) LENSES
This section describes the appropriate method for attaching and detaching PL lenses. For more information,
refer to the original manufacturer’s instructions. This section also lists lenses supported by the DSMC PL
mounts.
WARNING: ALWAYS protect your equipment, when it is not in use, by replacing lens caps and mount caps.
ATTACH PL LENSES
1. Rotate the locking ring counter-clockwise to release the DSMC mount cap.
2. Remove the rear lens cap and the DSMC mount cap.
3. Align the key and contact pads (if present) on the PL lens with the key and connector pins on the DSMC
PL mount.
4. Insert the lens into the DSMC PL mount.
5. Rotate the locking ring clockwise to secure the lens in place.
DETACH PL LENSES
1. Rotate the locking ring counter-clockwise to release the PL lens.
2. Remove the PL lens from the DSMC PL mount.
3. Replace the rear lens cap and DSMC mount cap when the lens is not in use.
DSMC PL MOUNT SUPPORTED LENSES
The DSMC Mg PL Mount 2.0, DSMC TI PL Mount, and the RED MOTION MOUNT Ti PL are compatible with
most standard PL mount cinema lenses and devices. For information about the compatibility of the RED
MOTION MOUNT Ti PL, see the MOTION MOUNT Operation Guide at www.red.com/downloads.
WARNING: Using a non-standard PL mount lens or device with a DSMC PL mount may damage the DSMC and
lens mount. Any damage caused by not using a standard PL mount lens or device will not be covered under
warranty.