Page 1 RED DSMC OPERATION GUIDE: W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W W E A P O N ( C F ) W E A P O N ( M G ) S C A R L E T- W...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Chapter 5: Advanced Menus Advanced Menus Settings Menu Media Menu Playback Menu Power Menu HDRX Menu Focus Menu Exposure Assist Presets Menu Chapter 6: Record and Monitor Audio Overview Set Up Audio Control COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 3: Disclaimer
While thought to be accurate, the information in this docu- ation to, is not associated with or sponsored by, and has no express ment is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held responsible rights in third-party trademarks. Adobe and Adobe Premiere Pro for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s interpretation...
Page 4: Compliance Statements
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est sus- RED declares that the radio equipment described in this document ceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.Cet appareil numéri- comply with the following international standards.
Page 5 Restrictions d’utilisation - Zone géographique où les restrictions s’appliquent : France Pour la France métropolitaine 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1 à 16) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.400 - 2.454 GHz (canaux 1 à 10) autorisé en usage extérieur COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 6: Safety Instructions
WARNING: Danger of explosion if an incor- DO NOT operate or store near any heat sources such as radia- rect battery is charged with the RED Char- tors, heat registers, stoves, or any other apparatus that pro- ger or is used to power the camera and duce heat.
Page 7: Battery Storage And Handling
40% to 60%. If RED batteries. batteries will be stored for long periods of time, RED recommends Store the battery in a location where children cannot reach it. that you check the charge level at least once every six (6) months, If the battery leaks or gives off a bad odor, discontinue use and recharge batteries to a capacity level of 40% to 60%.
Page 8: Chapter 1: Camera Introduction
“WEAPON Woven CF”. 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:...
Page 9: R3D File Format And Redcode
The camera is equipped with a Stills mode that makes it easier to capture stunning images. With presets optimized for stills and Swipe-Up Shortcuts for the RED Touch display, switching from Motion mode to Stills mode is seamless. Using REDCINE-X PRO, or other editing applications supporting the RED SDK, you can pull full resolution still images from R3D files.
Page 10: Post Production With Redcine-X Pro
Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. RED TETHER, included in REDCINE-X PRO, allows you to record footage from your camera directly to a computer or an external drive. Using tethering bypasses the need to record to an SSD and offload to a computer later, saving you time.
Page 11: Additional Resources
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W ADDITIONAL RESOURCES The following resources offer additional information about RED, the camera system, and the RED community: RED.com: Check the official RED website for the latest information about RED products.
Page 12: Chapter 2: Camera System Components
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. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES For more information on power and media, see the following guides, available at www.red.com/downloads: DSMC Power Operation Guide DSMC Media Operation Guide COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 13: Brain
® camera, the T.H.C. needs to be connected to the W.M.D. (either wired or wirelessly). For more information about the T.H.C., see the RED 3-Axis System Operation Guide at www.red.com/downloads. BRAIN CONTROL: PWR/REC KEY Fully press and hold the PWR/REC key for two (2) seconds to turn on/off.
Page 14 Media mounted with ≤ 5% of media space available Recording Power Status LED (PWR) Both green flashing Firmware update in progress and Record Status LED (REC) Both red flashing Firmware update error COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 15 Focus Hook Storage Location Store the focus hook or set screw Back Focus Adjustment Screw Adjust back focus 1. The DSMC LEMO Adaptor A allows you to mount other RED displays. ® 2. Shown with the DSMC Top Handle attached.
Page 16 Full Press: Record Toggle Half Press: AF Start 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. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 17 Not recording, or media not mounted Recording 1. For more information on how to enable/disable this LED, go to “Indicator” on page 103. If media is not mounted, this LED is off. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 18: Red Mini-Mag System
RED MINI-MAG (1TB) 725-0081 v5.3.34 or later 1. The RED MINI-MAG 1TB can take up to 20 seconds to mount to a computer or a camera. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads.
Page 19: Expanders
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W EXPANDERS NOTE: Only one (1) expander module can be used at a time. RED offers the following DSMC expanders: ITEM...
Page 20 This expander is the ideal solution for a variety of production environments, maximizing camera interface and functionality for the most demanding shoots. NOTE: Only one (1) expander module can be used at a time. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 21 DC input supply to turn the camera on and off when the camera is mounted in remote or difficult to maneuver locations. NOTE: Only one (1) expander module can be used at a time. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 22 Expander The DSMC ™ Base I/O V-Lock Expander offers a variety of Input/Output connections, as well as an industry standard V-Lock mount to power your WEAPON, SCARLET-W, or RED RAVEN™ camera using RED BRICK batteries. The DSMC Base I/O V-Lock 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.
Page 23: Power Modules
REDVOLT XL battery if the camera is powered off. Two (2) rear facing auxiliary ports provide power for external camera accessories, while remaining out of the way while shooting. RED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS RED offers the following batteries and chargers: ITEM PART NUMBER REDVOLT XL 740-0021...
Page 24: Displays And Electronic Viewfinders
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 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...
Page 25 LCD PRECAUTIONS WARNING: DO NOT use a RED display as a handle to lift or carry the camera. Damage to a RED display or other components of the camera system caused by using the display as a handle are not covered under warranty.
Page 26 EVF connector Custom digital video and power interconnection between the camera and RED EVF; Pinout not published EVF Tally LED When enabled, the LED illuminates red when recording; For more information, go to “Indicator” on page 103 Key 1 Programmable key...
Page 27 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. Engineered with OBSOLESCENCE OBSOLETE...
Page 28: Lemo Adaptors
DSMC LEMO Adaptor A The DSMC LEMO Adaptor A makes your existing RED Touch and RED PRO displays, as well as RED EVFs, fully compatible with the WEAPON/SCARLET-W camera system. The DSMC LEMO Adaptor A converts the pogo connection on the WEAPON/SCARLET-W to a legacy EVF/LCD LEMO port. The DSMC LEMO Adaptor A is designed to attach to the primary (top), or the secondary (side) EVF/LCD port on the WEAPON/SCARLET-W.
Page 29: Camera Control Modules
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 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. RED offers the following remotes and controls: ITEM PART NUMBER DSMC...
Page 30 The DSMC Outrigger Handle is ideal for shooters who use one hand on the handle, for grip and record button access, and the other for lens adjustments or support. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 31: Lens Mounts
O OLPF 790-0547 v6.1.44 or later; or v6.2.9 or later 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.
Page 32: Chapter 3: Basic Operations
Failure to do so may result in damage to the item or camera that is not covered under warranty. WARNING: RED does not recommend using third-party batteries, power cables, or power modules with the camera system. Third-party power options may be unstable, and may cause damage. Damage to the camera system or third-party devices caused by using third-party power options is not covered under warranty.
Page 33: Turn On The Camera
The Power Status LED then illuminates green to confirm that the camera is turned on and ready to use. NOTE: The Power Status LED flashes red when there is less than five (5) minutes of operating time remaining. TURN OFF THE CAMERA Use one of the following methods to turn off the camera: Go to Menu >...
Page 34: Configure Your Camera
6. Tighten the four (4) captive screws in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T10 TORX driver. DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN. 7. Fully tighten the four (4) screws in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T10 TORX driver. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 35 REQUIRED TOOL: T20 TORX driver 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Loosen the four (4) captive screws in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T20 TORX driver. 3. Remove the expander from the camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 36 REQUIRED TOOL: 3/16" hex key 1. Turn off the camera. 2. Loosen the two (2) captive screws using a 3/16" hex key. 3. Remove the DSMC Top Handle or DSMC Outrigger Handle from the camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 37 2. Remove the focus hook from the focus hook storage location on the media bay using a slotted screwdriver. Remove the Focus Hook 3. Tighten the focus hook into the focus hook mounting point on the media bay using a slotted screwdriver. WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 38: Interchangeable Olpf System
6. Use a T20 TORX driver to turn the OLPF lock on the camera counter-clockwise by a third turn to the Unlock position. DO NOT turn the indicator mark past the Unlock icon. NOTE: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Turn the Lock Counter-Clockwise COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 39 10. Install the new OLPF module straight into the optical cavity, keeping the front face of the OLPF module parallel to the front of the camera. Install the New OLPF Module NOTE: Inserting the OLPF module at an angle may cause it to not seat properly. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 40 14. Fully tighten the four (4) lens mount screws in a cross pattern (“X” pattern) using a T20 TORX driver. DO NOT exceed 350 in-oz, or damage may occur. NOTE: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Remove the OLPF module COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 41: Use A Tripod Or Monopod
WARNING: Ensure that the tripod, monopod, or support system is designed and rated to handle the weight of your camera configuration. RED is not responsible for any damage caused by using a tripod, monopod, mount, or support system that does not provide sufficient support.
Page 42: Record
For more information, go to “Input/Output Connectors” on page 198. You can record simultaneously to an external recorder and a RED SSD. To record simultaneously, follow the instructions below: 1. Attach a DSMC expander that has an HD-SDI or HDMI port.
Page 43 2. Connect the camera to an external recorder with an HD-SDI or HDMI cable. 3. Ensure the SSD is ejected. 4. Go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Mode. 5. Select External from the Storage drop-down menu. 6. Begin recording. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 44: Chapter 4: Basic Menus And Controls
Live camera recording view, overlays, guides, and more. Go to “Live Action Area” on page Lower Status Row Critical camera parameters, record/playback modes, media and power status, and audio meter. Go to “Lower Status Row” on page COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 45: Upper Status Row (Basic Menu)
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. Upper Status Row...
Page 46 For example, select Advanced... in the Frame Rate menu to open Menu > Settings > Project > Frame Rate. For more information about Advanced Menus, go to “Advanced Menus” on page Select “Advanced...” Button “Advanced...” Menu COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 47 For example, if you open the Frame Rate menu and select Edit List..., the camera lets you add or remove values to available frame rates. Select “Edit List...” Button “Edit List...” Menu COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 48 Decreasing the aperture to a lower number decreases the depth of field, but increases the exposure (brightness). RED DSMC PL MOUNT INSTALLED The current aperture of the attached lens displays when a DSMC PL mount is installed and a supported lens ®...
Page 49: Live Action Area
The focal length and focal distance values and range vary depending on the attached lens. When the focal length of the lens changes, the current values displays. For more information, go to “Lens Tab” on page COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 50: Lower Status Row
DC voltage in or % of remaining battery capacity; “Power Status” on page 54 tap to access the Power menu Audio Meter Audio input selection and levels; “Audio Meter Levels” on page 145 tap to access the Audio menu COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 51: Camera Mode
Power NOTE: For more information, go to “Swipe-Up Menu” on page Default Motion Preset (RED) STILLS MODE Stills mode optimizes your camera settings for capturing stills. In Stills mode, the camera defaults to 6K 3:2, REDCODE 3:1, Auto Exposure Single Shot, and Multi-Shot mode. Stills mode includes the following features: Stills recording modes: ‒...
Page 52 RAW Clip Meter Also known as “traffic lights”. Provides a visual representation of exposure and sensor data levels for Red, Green, and Blue channels; Circles (traffic lights) will light up when clipping occurs 1. The RAW Level Bars display the amount of pixels in the image that are noisy or clipped in relation to the total number of pixels in the image.
Page 53 Grey: The sensor sync mode is not set to genlock. Red: The sensor sync mode is set to genlock, but is not locked to a genlock signal. This may occur if genlock or sensor sync is lost while recording.
Page 54: Power Status
The remaining capacity is indicated by the following colors: Green: 12.0 V and up Yellow: 11.8 V to 11.9 V Red: 11.6 V to 11.7 V NOTE: The camera turns off automatically if the supply voltage drops to 11.5 V. BATTERY TIME REMAINING When using a REDVOLT XL battery, the power status displays the location of the power source and the remaining battery capacity.
Page 55: Navigation Controls
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W NAVIGATION CONTROLS This section describes basic controls for navigating the camera menus. TOUCHSCREEN NAVIGATION RED Touch displays offer intuitive menu control and four (4) programmable buttons. RED Touch 7.0" LCD RED TOUCH BUTTON DESCRIPTION...
Page 56 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 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.
Page 57 Press ENTER to select. Press the Up Navigation Key to open the related Advanced Settings menu, if one (1) is available. For more information, go to “Default Key Functions” on page 216. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 58 Sidekick to prevent inadvertent button presses and menu changes. Lock: Press A + D simultaneously. Unlock: Press A + D simultaneously. Alternatively, press and hold ENTER while keys are locked. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 59 Current timecode value Power Status Indicates DC supply voltage or % of remaining battery capacity including current supply voltage Color and Gamma Space Currently selected RED color and gamma space settings Resolution Recording resolution Shutter Speed Integration time or shutter angle...
Page 60: Chapter 5: Advanced Menus
ACCESS THE ADVANCED MENUS Tap the Menu button on the DSMC Sidekick. 2™ Tap the Menu icon on the touchscreen. Select the Advanced... button in any menu from the Upper Status Row. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 61: Settings Menu
Purple: Underexposed; indicates sensor exposure levels that may be noisy if gained up in post production. Green: IRE 41–48; based on the RGB levels of the video out signal and not the RAW data. Red: Overexposed; indicates sensor exposure levels that are clipping. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC...
Page 62 16: Represents the top stop, and is broken up into 1/8th increments to show highlight roll-off. Each 1/8th stop is represented by a different shade of red, ranging from light red (less light) to dark red (most light). COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC...
Page 63 The side-bars are green if the pitch is within +/– 1° of the calibrated zero position, otherwise they are red. The horizon-line is green if the roll is within +/– 1° of the calibrated zero position, otherwise it is red.
Page 64 NOTE: When two (2) touchscreens are attached to the camera with the same resolution and one (1) is currently the control surface, set the other to mirror it and give the effect of having two (2) control surfaces. OVERLAY Select which overlay shows on top of the video. RED provides preset overlays, which have “(RED)” in the ®...
Page 65 Enables the false color modes on the monitor. For more information, go to “Tools” on page FLIP/MIRROR UI NOTE: This setting is NOT available on the RED Touch 7.0" LCD. For more information, go to “Flip/Mirror” on page Flip the graphical user interface (GUI) vertically and mirror horizontally (not rotated). Use this setting when mounting a monitor upside down.
Page 66 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...: Create a new custom overlay using a blank overlay template in the Overlay Editor.
Page 67 If you remove an LCD when an EVF is attached, then the EVF becomes the control monitor. If you then remove the EVF when an HDMI monitor is attached, the HDMI monitor becomes the control monitor. If you then re- attach the LCD, then the LCD is the control monitor again. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 68 Lock Touch Screen: Touchscreen control is locked. To unlock, tap the screen and follow the on-screen instructions. Use Small Dialogs on 9" LCD: The dialogs on the RED Touch 9.0" LCD are smaller than the default dialogs. GENLOCK OFFSET NOTE: HD-SDI ports are only available on select DSMC expanders.
Page 69 Input: Displays levels of audio inputs (pre-mixer). (Default) Output: Displays levels of audio outputs (post-mixer). HISTOGRAM RGB: Displays red, green, and blue channels on histogram. (Default) Luma: Displays luma channel on histogram. MEDIA Percentage: Displays media space remaining as a percentage. (Default) Time Remaining: Displays media space remaining as time in hours and minutes (HHH:MM).
Page 70 Metric: Displays lens focus distances in meters. Imperial: Displays lens focus distances in feet and inches. (Default) MOTION MOUNT ND AND MOTION MOUNT ISO PULL Only applicable when using a DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT . For more information, see the RED MOTION MOUNT ®...
Page 71 Contrast: Adjusts the overall contrast of the image. Range is –1.0 (flat) to 1.0 (max contrast). Default is 0.0. Brightness: Adjusts brightness without crushing highlights. Available range is –10.0 to 10.0. Default is 0.0. Exp Comp: Adjusts exposure compensation. Available range is –7.0 to 7.0. Default is 0.0. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 72 Control the sharpness of each monitor output. Move to the left for a sharper image; move to the right for a less sharp image. CURVES Define the individual curves for the Luma, Red, Green, and Blue channels. You can only adjust one (1) curve at a time. Select Reset Curve to reset a curve. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC...
Page 73 NOTE: RED recommends using the most recently released Color Space and Graded Gamma settings. Use legacy settings (such as REDcolor2) only if you need to record footage to match footage that you recorded with that legacy setting.
Page 74 : Export selected 3D LUT from camera to SSD. All : Export all 3D LUTs from camera to SSD. : Import selected 3D LUT from SSD to camera. All: Import all 3D LUTs from SSD to camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 76 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 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 77 Alternatively, select Color Temperature > Advanced... from the Upper Status Row. 3. Select Auto White Balance. LGG (LIFT, GAMMA, GAIN) Adjust the lift, gamma, and gain for the Red channel, Blue channel, and Green channel individually. PROJECT The Project menu includes: Frame Rate, Exposure, Timecode, Slate, and Format.
Page 78 4.5K 4:1 224.92 2.5K 4:1 392.77 4.5K 8:1 400.00 2.5K 8:1 400.00 4K FF 120.83 2K FF 240.55 4K 2:1 127.38 2K 2:1 252.55 4K 2.41:1 (WS) 150.72 2K 2.41:1 (WS) 301.10 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 79 5K 16:9 (HD) 81.93 3K 4:1 333.11 5K 6:5 96.39 3K 8:1 400.00 5K 4:1 160.78 2.5K FF 192.09 5K 8:1 316.69 2.5K 2:1 200.88 4.5K FF 96.05 2.5K 2.41:1 (WS) 237.08 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 80 4.5K FF 59.76 3K 4:3 105.52 4.5K 2:1 62.56 3K 5:4 98.96 4.5K 2.41:1 (WS) 74.09 3K 6:5 160.27 4.5K 16:9 (HD) 66.14 3K 4:1 275.76 4.5K 3:2 50.85 3K 8:1 299.80 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 81 Slowest speed is 1/recording frame rate. For 24 FPS, the slowest speed is 1/24 sec. The fastest speed is 1/131,579 sec. Default is 1/48 sec. SHUTTER ANGLE Enter the exposure value as a shutter angle (xx°). Range is 1.000–360.000°. Default is 180.000°. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 82 To automatically increment the take number when the camera stops recording, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Project > Slate > Scene. 2. Enter a value in the Take box. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 83 2160 25.60 10.80 27.78 5K 16:9 (HD) 4800 2700 24.00 13.50 27.54 5K 6:5 3240 2700 16.20 13.50 21.09 5K 4:1 5120 1280 25.60 6.40 26.39 5K 8:1 5120 25.60 3.20 25.80 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 84 3K 3:2 2880 1920 14.40 9.60 17.31 3K 4:3 2880 2160 14.40 10.80 18.00 3K 5:4 2880 2304 14.40 11.52 18.44 3K 4:1 3072 15.36 3.84 15.83 3K 8:1 3072 15.36 1.92 15.48 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 85 2K 4:3 1920 1440 9.60 7.20 12.00 2K 5:4 1920 1536 9.60 7.68 12.29 2K 6:5 1296 1080 6.48 5.40 8.44 2K 4:1 2048 10.24 2.56 10.56 2K 8:1 2048 10.24 1.28 10.32 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 86 2.56 20.64 3.5K FF 3584 1876 17.92 9.38 20.23 3.5K 2:1 3584 1792 17.92 8.96 20.04 3.5K 2.41:1 (WS) 3584 1512 17.92 7.56 19.45 3.5K 16:9 (HD) 3456 1944 17.28 9.72 19.83 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 87 2K 4:3 1920 1440 9.60 7.20 12.00 2K 5:4 1920 1536 9.60 7.68 12.29 2K 6:5 1296 1080 6.48 5.40 8.44 2K 4:1 2048 10.24 2.56 10.56 2K 8:1 2048 10.24 1.28 10.32 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 88 Format menu. Since the camera does not crop the image, you will have additional horizontal area to frame the image. Then, crop or scale the footage to the intended aspect ratio. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 89 The camera rotates the image 180° on the monitor and in the recorded R3D file. AUDIO The Audio menu lets you configure the audio subsystem. For more information, go to “Record and Monitor Audio” on page 139. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 90 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. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 91 (1) frame period at the current recording frame rate. To completely synchronize frames to an external trigger, set Sensor Sync Mode to MoCo. For more information, go to “Sync” on page 106. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 92 3. Use the Limit Recording to fields to set the recording to end at a predefined frame limit (optional). 4. Select a Pre Count and Post Count. For more information, go to “Pre Count and Post Count” on page 93 5. Close the menu. 6. Start recording. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 93 Press a Record key to record a one-frame clip. Press and hold a Record key to start a new clip and continuously add frames to that clip. Release the Record key to stop adding frames and end the clip. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 94 6. Press the PWR/REC key on the camera to start recording. 7. Press the Record key on the media bay to mark a frame. 8. Press the PWR/REC key on the camera to stop recording. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 95 “HDRX Menu” on page 123. RED recommends performing a Secure Format before recording Apple ProRes. For more information, see DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. QuickTime files have the same metadata that is in the REDCODE RAW files. The metadata is per clip, and not per frame.
Page 96 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W FILE STRUCTURE OF RECORDED APPLE PRORES FILES When recording REDCODE RAW + QuickTime, this is the file structure of the recorded files on the RED MINI-MAG: .RDM Folder ‒...
Page 97 6. QuickTime: Select a codec from the Video Codec drop-down menu: ‒ Apple ProRes 4444 XQ (WEAPON only) ‒ Apple ProRes 4444 (WEAPON only) ‒ Apple ProRes 422 HQ ‒ Apple ProRes 422 ‒ Apple ProRes 422 LT COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 98 NOTE: To use Pre-Record only for specific situations, map Pre-Record to a key (Menu > Settings > Setup > Keys > Record: Start Pre-Record). For more information, go to “Keys” on page COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 99 ‒ Mark Still Frame EVF Tally Light: Select this check box to enable the EVF Record Tally LED on the EVF to illuminate red when recording. SSD Tally Light: Select this check box to enable the Record Tally LED on the media bay to illuminate red when recording.
Page 100 Target ID text box) or a specific group (enter the name of the group in the Target ID text box). The camera/group name must match the name entered in the Name/Group field of the target device(s). COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 101 SET command (as UDP packets). The SET command then sets the property on other cameras. If this camera receives a SET command, the camera does not send the command to other cameras/devices. Enable External Control: This camera can be controlled via TCP/IP from an external device. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 102 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. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 103 Settings > Wi-Fi > Devices, and select the camera name. The camera name displays on the WiFi screen in-camera. NOTE: If you created a passphrase for the network, you will need to enter that passphrase. The camera and your device are now connected. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 104 The camera can connect to access points that are either not encrypted or use WPA or WPA2 encryption. If an encrypted access point is selected a passphrase field will appear to enter the password. 7. Select the wireless network that your device is connected to. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 105 11. To ensure that your app can communicate with the camera, ensure that there is a way to connect your app to a specific camera. Since there may be multiple cameras in the area, select your specific camera in the app itself. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 106 The Lower Status Row of the camera display has GEN and SYNC indicators, which change color based on the current genlock and sync statuses. For more information, go to “System Status Indicators” on page COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 107 Target Temperature was before you turned off the camera. Setting a calibration map also overrides the Target Temperature. For more information, go to “Sensor Calibration” on page 109. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 108 RED MOTION MOUNT Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. MOTOR CONTROL Use the Motor Control menu to set up the RED 3-Axis Lens Control System. For more information, see the 3-Axis Lens Control System Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. MAINTENANCE The Maintenance menu includes: Save Log, Upgrade, Calibrate, Self Test, Restore System, Rediscover, System Status, and OLPF.
Page 109 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 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.
Page 110 The system initializes and then makes multiple passes through the following phases of the calibration: ‒ Capturing ‒ Analyzing ‒ Erasing ‒ Programming 8. When the Calibration Successful dialog displays, select OK to complete black shading. The new calibration map is automatically selected. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 111 NOTE: If you mount an SSD with calibration files to your computer, each calibration map displays as a sub- folder in a folder called Calibration. To save a calibration map to your hard drive, copy the entire sub-folder (for example, 48_32C_20140128122150) to your drive. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 112 NOTE: The camera may not be able to calibrate some electronic lenses. NOTE: The camera does not create calibration files for lenses that are already electronically supported. For a full list of supported lenses, go to “Lens Mounts and Lenses” on page 206. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 113 3. You can perform any of the following actions: Add Cal @ xx...: Calibrate the current focal length; “xx” is the current focal length. ‒ ‒ Remove Cal: Remove the calibration for the selected focal length. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 114 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance > Self Test. 2. Select Touchscreen. A grid of green squares displays on the touchscreen. 3. Touch each box with your finger. Each green box turns blue. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 115 1. Go to Menu > Settings > Maintenance. 2. Select Restore System. 3. Select YES on the screen that asks you to confirm the action. The camera turns off. 4. Turn on the camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 116 NOTE: When an SSD is not attached, the Media Info tab displays “No Active Media is Present”. ATTACHED MODULES Lists the attached RED modules, lens mount, and expanders. This screen does not list attached displays, media modules, and lenses. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC...
Page 117: Media Menu
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W OLPF RED offers multiple optical low-pass filters (OLPFs) for WEAPON/SCARLET-W. Each OLPF optimizes certain characteristics to take full advantage and control of each shooting environment. The camera checks the OLPF type, and adjusts the color scienced based on the selected OLPF.
Page 118: Playback Menu
Load: Closes the menu and brings up the selected clip in Playback mode. RECORD (EXIT) Select Record to exit Playback mode. You can also press any button mapped to Record to exit Playback mode. META Displays the metadata for the selected clip. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 119 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W PLAYBACK STATUS BAR Displays the progress of the clip during playback. When using the touchscreen, swipe your finger right and left to fast-forward and rewind the clip, respectively. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 120: Playback Controls
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W PLAYBACK CONTROLS Playback Controls 10 11 Playback Controls 14 15 17 18 Playback Controls COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 121 Out Point, Previous Marker, and Next Marker. 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.
Page 122: Power Menu
“Turn Off the Camera” on page 1. Go to Menu > Power. 2. Select Shutdown. The Shutting Down... message displays and the camera turns off. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 123: Hdrx Menu
A Track: This track shows the video with the selected aperture and exposure settings applied. ‒ X Track: This track shows the video with the additional stops applied. ‒ NOTE: For more information, see the High Dynamic Range Video with HDRx article, available at www.red.com/ learn/red-101/hdrx-high-dynamic-range-video. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 124: Focus Menu
Manual: When selected, all focus operations are manual. Confirm: Enables the Center or Spot focus target. This mode provides additional focus assistance by using red, yellow, and green color changes to the focus spot window. Inadequate subject illumination and/or contrast may interfere using Confirm mode.
Page 125 Tap and hold the touchscreen on the location you want to relocate the Spot target. Tap and hold the touchscreen where the Spot target currently is, and drag the Spot target. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 126 1. Go to the main screen. 2. Press the Down Arrow in the Navigation Group. The Spot target line weight increases and the red cursor under Menu dims slightly. 3. Use the directional arrows to move the Spot target to the desired location.
Page 127 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 8. Close the Focus menu. The target displays on the touchscreen, and the monitor that you selected for the Enhanced A/F feature is in Clean mode. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 128 7. Select the number of rack points (1–4) from the Rack Points drop-down menu. 8. To reset the focus distance to the value calculated by the autofocus algorithm, select Re-Autofocus. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 130: Exposure Assist
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. RED AE analyzes RAW data before the ISO curve, and ensures that the sensor matches the user-selected brightness.
Page 131: Metering Mode
When the AE feature is able to match the sensor brightness, the overlay turns yellow. If the brightness fluctuates more than half of a stop, the overlay turns red. When AE is enabled, the “AE” indicator displays before the aperture and exposure parameters in the Upper Status Row.
Page 132: Presets Menu
You cannot update factory-installed presets, which end with “(RED)”. Clone...: Create a new preset using the selected preset as a template. Delete: Delete the selected preset. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 133 : Import selected Look from SSD to camera. ‒ All: Import all Looks from SSD to camera. For more information, see the “REDCINE-X PRO: Saving Looks to Camera” video tutorial, available at www.red. com/learn/workflow/redcine-x-saving-looks-camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 134 On Enter Preview: The selected preset is applied every time the camera enters Preview mode, including at startup and when exiting Playback mode. On Enter Playback: The selected preset is applied every time the camera enters Playback mode. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 135: Chapter 6: Record And Monitor Audio
To set up audio, go to Menu > Settings > Audio. To adjust the input, pre-amplifier, and headphone settings, select Control. To adjust the mix settings, select Mix. CONTROL To adjust the input, pre-amplifier, and headphone settings, select Control. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 136 Audio Meter, but are not included in the clip metadata. For more information, go to “Headphone Volume” on page 137. MODE Match the channel mode to the incoming audio signal. MODE SOURCE DESCRIPTION NONE NONE Audio recording disabled. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 137 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. NOTE: To link the volume for Left and Right, select Link. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 138: Mix
The Audio Meter displays at the bottom-right corner of the viewfinder, and displays either the incoming audio channels (default), or the outgoing audio (Headphone Mix, Audio Out Mix, and Monitor Mix). For more information, go to “VU Meter” on page COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 139: Audio During Playback
0 dBFS Audio is clipping (if signal exceeds –1 dBFS, the whole bar is red) NOTE: In the American broadcast and post production systems, –20 dBFS roughly corresponds to 0 VU and 4 dBu. In a digital system, dBu is an approximation; the correct unit for digital audio levels is dBFS.
Page 140: Chapter 7: Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup
Edge: Edge timecode is continuous between clips, meaning that when recording starts, timecode begins. and when recording stops, timecode stops. By default, Edge timecode default begins at 01:00:00:00, but can be configured in the Media menu (Menu > Media > Device > Format). COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 141 4. Use the additional controls to sync TOD timecode with the RTC or set manually. Alternatively, go to Menu > Media > Device > Format Media... to set Edge timecode manually. The TC indicator in the Lower Status Row remains grey when internal timecode is enabled. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 142 The TC indicator in the Lower Status Row turns green when an external timecode source is locked. Source: External: BRAIN NOTE: When an external source is selected but not present, timecode displays User Provided settings. REQUIRED CABLE 790-0154: 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 143: Genlock
Monitor Sync is achieved automatically when a genlock signal is provided that is compatible with the current monitor output frequency. When Monitor Sync is achieved, the GEN indicator in the Lower Status Row illuminates green. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 144 The GEN indicator in the Lower Status Row turns green when a compatible genlock signal is present and genlock is enabled. The SYNC indicator in the Lower Status Row turns green when Sensor Sync is achieved. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 145: Set Up Motion Control (Moco)
CTRL port on the expander. 2. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > GPIO/Sync > Sync. 3. Select MoCo from the Sensor Sync Mode drop-down menu. MoCo GPIO/Sync Settings 4. Select the BRAIN GPIO tab. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 146 Supply a pulse from the Motion Control device to sync the shutter to the rising edge of the sync input. For more information, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for the Motion Control device. REQUIRED CABLE 790-0154: 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable (required per SYNC and CTRL port used) COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 147: Compatible Devices
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W COMPATIBLE DEVICES The following timecode and genlock devices are compatible with the camera. Additional timecode devices may be compatible, but have not yet been tested by RED ® COMPATIBLE TIMECODE DEVICES...
Page 148: Chapter 8: Upgrade Camera Firmware
1. If you have user-generated preset files on your camera, follow the instructions below to save the files to an SSD: A. Turn on the camera, insert an SSD (RED MINI-MAG ) into the camera, and format the SSD. ®...
Page 149 C. Go to Menu > Settings > Display > Monitor Control > Overlays and copy user-generated Overlay files from the SSD to the camera. 15. After offloading firmware upgrade files and preset files from an SSD, reformat the SSD before recording. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 150: Chapter 9: Camera System Maintenance
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to modify, dismantle, or open the camera, lens, or other accessory as doing so may expose you to electric shock and serious injury. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Alteration or repairs made to the camera, lens, or other accessory, except by a RED authorized service facility, voids the all warranties.
Page 151: Clean Evf Screen
PROHIBITED EVF SCREEN CLEANERS DO NOT use any of the items listed below to clean the screen on the DSMC RED EVF. These products have not been tested on RED products and may cause damage or streaking. Compressed air Gas dusters...
Page 152: Water Damage
R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W PROHIBITED LCD SCREEN CLEANERS DO NOT use any of the items listed below to clean LCD screens. These products have not been tested on RED products and may cause damage or streaking.
Page 153: Chapter 10: Troubleshoot Your Camera
SSDs. 10. If any errors occur, save a log file and submit a Technical Support request at https://support.red.com. NOTE: Problems or dropped frames found during the stress test display as “Errors” in the bottom of the user interface.
Page 154: Preset Could Not Be Applied
120. Upgrade your camera firmware. For more information, go to “Upgrade Camera Firmware” on page 170. Perform a System Restore. For more information, go to “Restore System” on page 119. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 155 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 157. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 156 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 Technical Support request at https://support.red.com. Include the following with the request: ‒...
Page 157 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W ERROR 0X00000020 SYMPTOM The display shows a message with the phrase “Error 0x00000020. Please save log and send to RED support.” POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a secure format of the SSD. For more information, see the...
Page 158 The camera color temperature is off and the image looks warmer or cooler than normal. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform an auto white-balance. For more information, go to “Color Temperature” on page Perform a black shade calibration. For more information, go to “Calibrate” on page 110. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 159 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”...
Page 160 The error message “Mount type: Unknown” displays in Menu > Settings > Setup > Lens. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure that a lens mount is installed. Ensure that a compatible lens mount is installed. NOTE: Third-party lens mounts are not compatible with the camera. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 161 When you press the Record key, the error message “Audio Buffer Overflow Warning” displays. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Perform a Secure Format of the SSD. For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 162: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
16.5+ stops Signal-to-Noise Ratio 80 dB Max Data Rates Up to 300 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG (512GB and 1TB) Up to 225 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG (120GB and 240GB) Max Frame Rates Go to “WEAPON (Carbon Fiber) Frame Rates” on page 78...
Page 163 Touch 7.0" LCD, DSMC RED Touch 4.7" LCD, and DSMC ® RED EVF (OLED) with cable-free connection. RED Touch 9.0" LCD, RED Touch 5.0" LCD, RED PRO 7" LCD, RED Touch 7.0" LCD, BOMB EVF (LCOS), and BOMB EVF (OLED) compatible with ®...
Page 164: Weapon 6K (Magnesium)
30.7 mm (h) x 15.8 mm (v) x 34.5 mm (d) Dynamic Range 16.5+ stops Signal-to-Noise Ratio 80 dB Max Data Rates Up to 225 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG Max Frame Rates Go to “WEAPON (Magnesium) Frame Rates” on page 79 for a full list Playback Frame Rates (Project 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 47.96, 48, 50, 59.94, 60 FPS, all resolutions...
Page 165: Scarlet-W 5K
RED Touch 7.0" LCD, DSMC RED Touch 4.7" LCD, and DSMC EVF (OLED) with cable-free connection. RED Touch 9.0" LCD, RED Touch 5.0" LCD, RED PRO 7" LCD, RED Touch 7.0" LCD, BOMB EVF (LCOS), and BOMB EVF (OLED) compatible with DSMC LEMO Adaptor A and LCD/EVF cable.
Page 166 RED Touch 7.0" LCD, DSMC RED Touch 4.7" LCD, and DSMC EVF (OLED) with cable-free connection. RED Touch 9.0" LCD, RED Touch 5.0" LCD, RED PRO 7" LCD, RED Touch 7.0" LCD, BOMB EVF (LCOS), and BOMB EVF (OLED) compatible with DSMC LEMO Adaptor A and LCD/EVF cable.
Page 167: Weapon/Scarlet-W Brain Dimensions
NOTE: Dimensions are shown in mm. The optical axis height of the camera is 95.90 mm. WEAPON and SCARLET-W have identical BRAIN dimensions. The mechanical drawings in this section are of WEAPON. FrONT ViEW COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 173: Appendix B: Input/Output Connectors
DSMC Jetpack Expander 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 device connection. NOTE: Connector diagram images are for reference only. Diagrams are not to scale.
Page 174: Dsmc 2 Base Expander
“CTRL (RS232 Control)” on page 182 HDMI HDMI 1.2, Type A “HDMI Out” on page 179 ® HD-SDI “3G-SDI (HD-SDI) Out” on page 178 DC IN 6-pin 1B LEMO “DC IN (Power Input)” on page 184 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 175: Dsmc 2 Base I/O V-Lock Expander
7 HDMI HDMI 1.2, Type A “HDMI Out” on page 179 ® 8 HD-SDI “3G-SDI (HD-SDI) Out” on page 178 9 DC IN 6-pin 1B LEMO “DC IN (Power Input)” on page 184 COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 176: Dsmc 2 Redvolt Expander
6-pin 1B LEMO GENLOCK TIMECODE 5-pin 0B LEMO AUX PWR 2-pin 0B LEMO SERIAL 7-pin 0B LEMO USB 2.0 Type A (power only) AUDIO 1 and 2 3-pin full-size XLR Headphone Jack 3.5mm stereo COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 177: Dsmc 2 Jetpack Expander
6-pin 1B LEMO “DC IN (Power Input)” on page 184 SYNC 4-pin 00B LEMO “SYNC (Video Sync In)” on page 181 USB 2.0, Type A “USB Power” on page 185 (power only) COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 178: Record/Monitor Out Ports
If you have a drop frame project time base (such as 23.98), you can select only drop frame frequencies. 75 OHM BNC CONNECTOR SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION Center 3G-SDI SMPTE ST 424 Shield/Screen GROUND Camera ground COMPATIBLE CABLE 790-0341: RED HD-SDI Cable (6') ® COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 179: Hdmi Out
2. The HDMI output is progressive scan (p); it does not support progressive segmented frame (PsF) or interlaced (i) scan formats. COMPATIBLE CABLE 790-0331: RED HDMI Cable (5') HDMI WIRELESS TRANSMITTERS The HDMI connector supports HDMI wireless transmitters, so that you can transmit the HDMI signal to a remote HDMI monitor.
Page 180: Communication Ports
Batteries: 10 V min. 2x AA or AAA 3x AA or AAA 68 ohm 1/4 W Trigger Button Circuit Diagram NOTE: In the diagram above, values are approximate. Use standard values. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 181 COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0154: 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable 790-0187: 4-Pin 00 LEMO-to-Flying Lead 790-0415: RED Start/Stop Cable (14-Pin LEMO to SYNC, CTRL, BNC) 790-0428: RED Start/Stop Cable (14-Pin to 00B SYNC) SYNC (VIDEO SYNC IN) The following expanders feature a SYNC connector:...
Page 182 RS232 TX NOTE: Mating connector is FGG.00.304.CLAD. COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0154: 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable 790-0187: 4-Pin 00 LEMO-to-Flying Lead 790-0415: RED Start/Stop Cable (14-Pin LEMO to SYNC, CTRL, BNC) COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 183: Audio Ports
The 3.5mm stereo jack provides two (2) channels of audio for monitoring. For maximum quality, use high impedance headphones. HEADPHONE JACK SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION LEFT Left channel audio RING RIGHT Right channel audio SLEEVE Camera ground COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 184: Power Ports
Power return (camera ground) SDA-BATT Serial battery bus data NOTE: Mating connector is FGJ.1B.306.CWLD72Z. COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0138: 2B-to-1B LEMO Power Adaptor Cable 790-0164: XLR Power Cable (10') 790-0165: XLR Power Cable (30") COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 185 The DSMC Base I/O V-Lock Expander features an AUX power out connector. The AUX power out connector features an industry-standard P-Tap connector and supplies conditioned VBATT at a maximum of 3.0A of power. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 186: Appendix C: Lens Mounts And Lenses
Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. NOTE: HDRx is not available while the MOTION MOUNT is installed. REMOVE 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.
Page 187 NOTE: The DSMC Mg PL Mount 2.0 has captive screws that are not removable from the mount. NOTE: Screw removal may require a large handle T20 TORX driver and additional leverage. Remove the Lens Mount Screws 6. Remove the lens mount from the camera. Remove the Lens Mount COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 188 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W 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.
Page 189: Lenses
1. Rotate the locking ring counter-clockwise to release the PL lens. 2. Remove the PL lens from the camera PL mount. 3. Replace the rear lens cap and camera mount cap when the lens is not in use. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 190 3. Remove the rear lens cap. 4. Align the red dot on the lens with the red dot on the DSMC Canon Mount and position the lens in the mount. 5. Turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place.
Page 191 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/2.8L Macro IS USM Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 192 Sigma 24mm f/1.8 EX DG ASP Macro AF Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM Sigma 28mm f/1.8 EX DG ASP Macro AF Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 193 2. Press and hold the lens release button. While holding the lens release button, turn the lens clockwise until it stops and remove it from the camera mount. 3. Replace the rear lens cap and camera mount cap when items are not in use. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 194 Zeiss Distagon T* 21mm f/2.8 ZF.2 Zeiss Distagon T* 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 Zeiss Planar Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZF.2 Zeiss Planar T* 85mm f/1.4 ZF.2 1. Iris control only, no AF. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 196: Appendix D: Default Key Functions
Nav West Press Navigation: Left Nav Enter Press Navigation: Select Rotary CW Navigation: CW Rotary CCW Navigation: CCW DSMC Top Handle Record Full Press Record: Toggle/Multi-Shot Start Record Full Release Record: Multi-Shot Stop COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 197 R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E : W E A P O N / S C A R L E T- W ITEM FUNCTION DSMC Outrigger Handle Record Full Press Record: Toggle/Multi-Shot Start Record Full Release Record: Multi-Shot Stop COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 198: Appendix E: Menu Map
See the menu map on the following page. The menu map is applicable to the following cameras, except as noted throughout this guide: WEAPON 6K (Carbon Fiber) WEAPON 6K (Magnesium) SCARLET-W SCARLET-W Monochrome COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
Page 199 } Type Motor Control } Auto White } General Balance } Focus } Iris } Lift } Zoom } Wireless } Gamma } Gain 1. Only available when a MOTION MOUNT is attached. COPYRIGHT © 2016 RED.COM, INC 955-0116_V6.1, REV-U |...
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Chapter 1: Camera Introduction

Chapter 2: Camera System Components

Chapter 3: Basic Operations

Chapter 4: Basic Menus and Controls

Chapter 5: Advanced Menus

Chapter 6: Record and Monitor Audio

Chapter 7: Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup

Chapter 8: Upgrade Camera Firmware

Chapter 9: Camera System Maintenance

Chapter 10: Troubleshoot Your Camera

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Appendix B: Input/Output Connectors

Appendix C: Lens Mounts and Lenses

Appendix D: Default Key Functions

Appendix E: Menu Map

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