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WEAPON/EPIC-W (HELIUM 8K S35)
OPERATION GUIDE
WEAPON
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EPIC-W
HELIUM 8K S35
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V6.3
RED.COM

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  • Page 1 WEAPON/EPIC-W (HELIUM 8K S35) OPERATION GUIDE WEAPON EPIC-W HELIUM 8K S35 V6.3 RED.COM...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Navigation Controls Table of Contents Disclaimer 5 Advanced Menus Copyright Notice Advanced Menus Overview Trademark Disclaimer Access the Advanced Menus Compliance Statements Settings Menu Safety Instructions Media Menu Battery Storage and Handling Playback Menu...
  • Page 3 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 10 Troubleshoot Your Camera Perform a Stress Test General Troubleshooting Error Messages Media Bay and RED MINI-MAG Issues Back Focus Lock A Technical Specifications WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 Technical Specifications EPIC-W Technical Specifications B Mechanical Drawings WEAPON 8K S35 BRAIN...

  • Page 4: Disclaimer

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DISCLAIMER COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS ® has made every effort to provide clear and accurate INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS information in this document, which is provided solely for the user’s This device complies with Industry Canada license- exempt RSS information.
  • Page 5 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS The device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact is minimized RED declares that the This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth radio equipment for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE USAGE RESTRICTIONS FOR PRODUCTS THAT INCORPORATE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REDLINK DO NOT use the camera or accessories near water. Avoid Products that fall into this category are denoted exposing your camera to moisture. The unit is not waterproof, so...
  • Page 7 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. WARNING: DO NOT expose the battery to Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, damp, severe vibration, excessive heat.

  • Page 8: Battery Storage And Handling

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE BATTERY STORAGE AND HANDLING DO NOT transport or store the battery together with metal objects such as jewelry, hairpins, etc. as they may generate heat if they come into contact with the battery. WARNING: Failure to read, understand, and DO NOT discard the battery into fire or heat.

  • Page 9: Shipping Disclaimer

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SHIPPING DISCLAIMER Shipment of Lithium Ion cells and batteries is subject to national and international shipping requirements. A Class 9 Certified shipper is required to transport these products within the United States. REDVOLT, REDVOLT XL, and RED BRICK batteries are considered Dangerous Goods.

  • Page 10: Red Product Introduction

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RED PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ® The WEAPON HELIUM™ 8K S35 and RED EPIC-W™ HELIUM 8K S35 cameras are part of the second-generation ® Digital Still and Motion Camera (DSMC2™) system. The DSMC2 family, a subset of the DSMC family, includes ®...

  • Page 11: Shoot For Video And Stills

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE For more information, see the DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads. ® NOTE: REDCINE-X PRO can create and export .RMD “Look” files which may then be imported as camera monitor path color processing presets. This information is stored as reference metadata, so that these color processing choices can be the default values used in post production.

  • Page 12: Additional Resources

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ® The following resources offer additional information about RED, the DSMC system, and the RED community: RED.com: Check the official RED website for the latest information about RED products. RED Learn Articles: RED offers in-depth technical articles about RED cameras, post-production, and digital cinematography.

  • Page 13: Camera System Components

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA SYSTEM COMPONENTS NOTE: Modules 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.
  • Page 14 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ® The RED Tactical Hand Controller (T.H.C.) cannot pair directly to the camera. To use the T.H.C. with the 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 RED 3-Axis System Operation Guide at www.red.com/downloads.
  • Page 15 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE BRAIN CONNECTORS, FOCUS HOOK Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 BRAIN Ports and Features # PORT/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Primary Mount a DSMC2 RED Touch LCD EVF/LCD Port 2 Top Handle Mount the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle. This is the only mounting option Port for the DSMC2 Top Handle or DSMC2 Outrigger Handle (it cannot be attached backward).
  • Page 16 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA BAY CONTROLS Figure: Media Bay Controls CONTROL DESCRIPTION User Key 1 Programmable key User Key 1 + 2 Press: Eject Media REC button Programmable key Full Press: Record Toggle Half Press: AF Start User Key 2...
  • Page 17 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA BAY LEDS Figure: Media Bay LEDS This section describes the LED functions for the media bay. # LED COLOR/FLASHING DESCRIPTION 1 Media Status LED (Back of media No media mounted bay) Green Preview; media mounted with > 10% of media space...

  • Page 18: Red Mini-Mag System

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 19: Expanders

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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...
  • Page 20 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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), Timecode (LEMO), GIG-E, and more.
  • Page 21 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack Expander The DSMC2 Jetpack Expander is specifically designed for aerial, gimbal, handheld, and other lightweight/remote configurations. This expander features standard connectors for power (DC-IN), CTRL, and SYNC for all of your Timecode and Genlock needs.
  • Page 22 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 23 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 batteries.
  • Page 24 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 9.70 mm...

  • Page 25: Power Modules

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE POWER MODULES RED offers the following DSMC2 power modules: Item Part Number DSMC2 REDVOLT XL Module 740-0034 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).

  • Page 26: Red Batteries And Chargers

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RED BATTERIES AND CHARGERS Figure: REDVOLT XL (left) and REDVOLT (right) RED offers the following batteries and chargers: Item Part Number REDVOLT XL 740-0021 REDVOLT Charger (Quad) 740-0015 For more information, see the DSMC Power Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads.

  • Page 27: Displays And Electronic Viewfinders

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 Tilt Swivel Part Number (Approximate) (Approximate) DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD (Woven CF) 1920 x 1136 Total: 180°...
  • Page 28 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 29 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 30 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 31 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 RED EVF FEATURES Figure: DSMC2 RED EVF # Feature Description 1 DSMC2 RED EVF The DSMC2 RED EVF Mount Mount 2 EVF connector Custom digital video and power interconnection between the EVF and other RED devices;...

  • Page 32: Lemo Adaptors

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LEMO ADAPTORS This section describes the DSMC2 LEMO Adaptor A and the DSMC2 LEMO 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"...

  • Page 33: Camera Control Modules

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. RED offers the following controls: Item Part Number DSMC2 Sidekick (Forged CF)
  • Page 34 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 35 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 36: Lens Mounts

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LENS MOUNTS RED offers the following lens mounts: Figure: DSMC Mg PL Mount 2.0 Item Part Number DSMC Mg PL Mount 2.0 725-0024 DSMC Ti PL Mount (Captive) 725-0022 DSMC Al Canon Mount (Captive) 725-0026 DSMC Ti Canon Mount (Captive)

  • Page 37: Interchangeable Olpfs

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE INTERCHANGEABLE OLPFS This section describes the interchangeable optical low pass filter (OLPF) system and modular OLPFs. The camera system includes intelligent, modular OLPFs. The camera automatically recognizes the OLPF type installed, eliminating the need to configure OLPF settings in the camera menu.

  • Page 38: Rails, Mounts, Tactical Gear, And Cables

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...

  • Page 39: Basic Operations

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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 and lens mounts are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot remove or install these items while the camera is turned on.
  • Page 40 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE APPROVED EXTERNAL DC POWER The camera accepts input voltages of 11.5 V to 17 V DC, and can draw a maximum current of 9 A. The camera can be powered continuously by connecting one (1) of the following to an attached module or expander:...
  • Page 41 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUTO BOOT ON POWER The DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander, and the DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander feature a selector switch that enables the camera to automatically boot when power is provided via the DC IN connector on the expander.

  • Page 42: Configure Your Camera

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 43 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE INSTALL THE DSMC2 SIDE HANDLE WARNING: Before installing or removing this item, you MUST turn off the camera. REQUIRED TOOLS: T10 TORX driver (if a Sidekick Cover or DSMC2 Sidekick is installed), M2.5 hex key  1. Turn off the camera.
  • Page 44 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 45 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 REDVOLT XL MODULE: INSTALL/REMOVE INSTALL THE DSMC2 REDVOLT XL MODULE The DSMC2 REDVOLT XL Module mounts 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.
  • Page 46 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 TOOLS: 3/16" hex key  1. Turn off the camera.
  • Page 47 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE INSTALL THE FOCUS HOOK For more information on the focus hook storage location and mounting point, go to "BRAIN" on page 13. REQUIRED TOOLS: 1.5 mm hex key, slotted screwdriver  1. Remove the M3x0.5 x 3 mm set screw from the focus hook mounting point on the media bay using a 1.5 mm hex key.

  • Page 48: Interchangeable Olpf System

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 49: Use A Tripod Or Monopod

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 50: Video Monitor Outputs

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUTS ® NOTE: HD- SDI and HDMI ports are only available on select DSMC2 expanders. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. The monitoring path converts RAW sensor data to a white balanced 12-bit depth 1920 x 1080 pixel RGB 4:4:4 video signal.

  • Page 51: Record

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. Double-tap the right 25% on an attached touchscreen display (when enabled).
  • Page 52 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EXTERNAL RECORD NOTE: HD- SDI and HDMI ports are only available on select DSMC2 expanders. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. You can record to an external recorder without recording to an SSD. To record to an external device only, follow the instructions below:  1.

  • Page 53: Basic Menus And Controls

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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.

  • Page 54: Upper Status Row (Basic Menu)

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 55 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 56 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 57 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 58: Live Action Area

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LIVE ACTION AREA The Live Action Area contains the recorded image area plus Surround View look around area, plus overlays for Frame Guides, Safe Action/Safe Title, Clip Name, and Timecode values. The color of each overlay can be customized to maximize the contrast between the guide(s) and scene being captured.
  • Page 59 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 60: Lower Status Row

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LOWER STATUS ROW The Lower Status Row provides access to key system information and camera values. Figure: Lower Status Row The Lower Status Row in Motion mode provides key system information and camera values, including: # ITEM...
  • Page 61 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE # ITEM SUB-ITEM/DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... 3 System Tap to access the System Status menu "System Status" on Status page 135 Indicators Temperature: Camera sensor and core temperature, respectively "Sensor Calibration" on page 130 Cal: T/E "CAL: T/E Indicator"...
  • Page 62 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 63 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE HISTOGRAM 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"...
  • Page 64 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SYSTEM STATUS INDICATORS This section describes the colors and behavior of the System Status indicators in the Lower Status Row. Tap the System Status indicators in the Lower Status Row to access the System Status menu. For more information, go to "System Status"...
  • Page 65 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LAN INDICATOR NOTE: The GIG- E port is only available on the DSMC2™ REDVOLT Expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. The LAN indicator shows the current status of an external LAN connection through the Gig-E port.

  • Page 66: Navigation Controls

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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. Figure: DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD RED TOUCH BUTTON DESCRIPTION User Key 1...
  • Page 67 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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.
  • Page 68 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 69 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE # SWIPE-UP SHORTCUT DESCRIPTION 6 Auto Exposure Set Exp Comp, Speed, Metering, Priority, and Mode 7 Record Mode Select Multi-Shot or Motion + Stills 1. For more information about Stills mode and Motion mode, go to "Camera Mode" on page 62.
  • Page 70 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. # NAVIGATION GROUP ELEMENT DESCRIPTION 1 Scroll Wheel Select and adjust the value of a selected setting...
  • Page 71 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDEKICK This section describes the controls and display of the DSMC2 Sidekick. Figure: DSMC2 Sidekick # CONTROL/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 User Keys (A–D) A: Cycle Auto-Focus Mode B: Auto White Balance C: Toggle 1:1 Magnify D: Toggle Exposure Mode...
  • Page 72 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE KEY LOCK/UNLOCK Lock the keys on the DSMC2 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.
  • Page 73 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 SIDE HANDLE This section describes the controls and display of the DSMC2 Side Handle. Figure: DSMC2 Side Handle # CONTROL/ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 Focus Control Wheel Clockwise (Away from camera): Increase focus distance Counter-Clockwise (Toward camera): Decrease focus distance 2 Focus/Record Button Half-press for auto-focus;...
  • Page 74 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE # CONTROL/ITEM DESCRIPTION 9 Grip Ergonomic molded rubber grip 1. The Focus Control Wheel is NOT programmable; it cannot be mapped to another function. NOTE: Some DSMC2 Side Handle keys are programmable. For more information, go to "Default Key Functions"...

  • Page 75: Advanced Menus

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ADVANCED MENUS ADVANCED MENUS OVERVIEW The Advanced Menus include: Advanced Description For more information, go Menu to... Settings Camera settings including: Display, Look, Project, Audio, Recording, "Settings Menu" on the next Setup, and Maintenance page Media SSD operations including: format, eject, and more "Media Menu"...

  • Page 76: Settings Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SETTINGS MENU The Settings menu includes: Display, Look, Project, Audio, Recording, Setup, and Maintenance. Figure: Settings Menu DISPLAY The Display menu includes: Tools, Zebra, Monitor Control, Modes, Guides, and Test Signal. TOOLS The Tools menu provides access to false color and display modes.
  • Page 77 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE Displays 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. The Exposure meter colors indicate the following information: Purple: Underexposed;...
  • Page 78 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GIO SCOPE Displays a color overlay on top of a desaturated image, identifying the 16 stops of light within the full dynamic range ® of the RED DRAGON sensor. When enabled, the “G√” indicator displays in the Lower Status Row. The Gio Scope indicators are based on RAW data.
  • Page 79 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE HORIZON Displays an overlay that provides a reference to the position of the horizon. The Horizon overlay consists of two (2) short side-bars that are always horizontally centered on the monitor, and a single longer horizon-line that adjusts to the horizon based on the orientation of the camera.
  • Page 80 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MONITOR CONTROL Use the Monitor Control menu to configure monitor and overlay settings, control surface priorities, brightness, and gestures. MONITOR Select the monitor to configure from the drop-down menu at the top of the menu. The other settings on the menu are applicable to the selected monitor.
  • Page 81 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FLIP/MIRROR NOTE: In the Monitor Control menu, this setting is ONLY available on the DSMC2 RED Touch 4.7" LCD, DSMC2 RED Touch 7.0" LCD, RED Touch 7.0" LCD, and RED Pro Touch 7.0" LCD. This setting is available for all displays in the Video menu.
  • Page 82 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE OVERLAY ACTIONS Create...: Create a new custom overlay using a blank overlay template in the Overlay Editor. Clone...: Create a new custom overlay using the selected camera overlay as a template in the Overlay Editor. Edit...: Edit the selected camera overlay in the Overlay Editor.
  • Page 83 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PRIORITY Figure: Overlays 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.
  • Page 84 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ADVANCED Provides access to additional monitor settings. Figure: Advanced Monitor Control GESTURES Pinch to Magnify: Move two (2) fingers apart or together to toggle 1:1 Magnify. For more information, go to "Magnify" on page 78. Double-Tap Right 25% to Record: Double-tap the right 25% of the video area on the LCD to toggle record.
  • Page 85 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ALLOW OPEN GATE Open Gate 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 Open Gate causes the LCD or EVF to have a refresh rate of 48 Hz (50 Hz).
  • Page 86 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE VU METER 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 87 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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, 1.9:1, 2.4:1: Guide has the selected aspect ratio.
  • Page 88 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TEST SIGNAL Use the Test Signal menu to replace the video monitor outputs with one of the following video test patterns: Chip Chart SMPTE Bars Luma To enable a test signal, select the test signal box. To exit, tap the touchscreen or press the Enter or Menu button. If needed, enable an Audio Tone.
  • Page 89 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FLUT 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.
  • Page 90 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  3. Graded, RLF, LOG3G12, ACES, ACEScc : Select a graded gamma space from the Graded Gamma Space drop-down menu.  4. If you need to apply a 3D LUT, load the 3D LUT into the camera. For more information, go to "Look Config (Look...
  • Page 91 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MANAGE 3D LUTS To manage 3D LUTs, go to Menu > Settings > Display > Monitor Control. 3D LUTs can be stored on the camera or transferred to SSD, so that you can build a library of 3D LUTs, or quickly copy 3D LUTs from one camera to another via SSD.
  • Page 92 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MONITOR CONFIG (MONITOR CONFIGURATION) Use the Monitor Config menu to apply looks and curves to the monitor outputs.  1. Select the monitor to configure from the drop-down menu at the top of the menu.  2. Select a look from the Look drop-down menu. Looks are set up in the Look Config menu. For more information, go to "Look Config (Look Configuration)"...
  • Page 93 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COLOR TEMPERATURE Select a color temperature. The range is 1700 to 10,000 KELVIN, and the default is 5600 KELVIN. TINT Color temperature calculations assume a pure light source that may not be true in the specific scene the camera is imaging.
  • Page 94 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PROJECT The Project menu includes: Frame Rate, Exposure, Timecode, Slate, Format, and Sensor. 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.
  • Page 95 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE Select the exposure (shutter speed) 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.
  • Page 96 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TIMECODE NOTE: Using timecode requires ports that are only available on select DSMC2 expanders. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. For more information about timecode, go to "Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup" on page 164. TIMECODE...
  • Page 97 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FORMAT Use the Format menu to select the resolution, aspect ratio, anamorphic setting, and lookaround setting. 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.
  • Page 98 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 6.5K 2:1 6656 3328 24.29 12.15 27.16 6.5K 2.4:1 (WS) 6656 2808 24.29 10.25 26.37 6.5K 16:9 (HD) 6144 3456 22.43 12.61 25.73 6.5K 4:1 6656 1664 24.29...
  • Page 99 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 4.5K 5:4 4320 3456 15.77 12.61 20.19 4.5K 4:1 4608 1152 16.82 4.20 17.34 4.5K 8:1 4608 16.82 2.10 16.95 4K FF 4096 2160 14.95 7.88 16.90...
  • Page 100 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 2.5K FF 2560 1340 9.34 4.89 10.55 2.5K 2:1 2560 1280 9.34 4.67 10.45 2.5K 2.4:1 (WS) 2560 1080 9.34 3.94 10.14 2.5K 16:9 (HD) 2304 1296 8.41...
  • Page 101 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-W FORMATS The table below describes the formats for RED EPIC-W™. The table below omits rows for the anamorphic formats, since the pixel dimensions for each anamorphic format and the corresponding non-anamorphic format are the same. For more information, go to "Anamorphic"...
  • Page 102 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 6K FF 6144 3240 22.43 11.83 25.35 6K 2:1 6144 3072 22.43 11.21 25.07 6K 2.4:1 (WS) 6144 2592 22.43 9.46 24.34 6K 16:9 (HD) 5760 3240 21.02...
  • Page 103 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 4K 2.4:1 (WS) 4096 1728 14.95 6.31 16.23 4K 16:9 (HD) 3840 2160 14.02 7.88 16.08 4K 3:2 3840 2560 14.02 9.34 16.85 4K 4:3 3840 2880 14.02...
  • Page 104 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM)   WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 2.5K 4:3 2400 1800 8.76 6.57 10.95 2.5K 5:4 2400 1920 8.76 7.01 11.22 2.5K 4:1 2560 9.34 2.34 9.63 2.5K 8:1 2560 9.34 1.17 9.42...
  • Page 105 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 106 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 107 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 108 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 109 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 110 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  5. Close the menu.  6. For more information on using the different sub-modes, go to: "Basic Multi-Shot Mode" on the previous page "Advanced Multi-Shot Mode" on the previous page MOTION + STILLS NOTE: This mode is available in Motion mode, but is only recommended in Stills mode.
  • Page 111 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE APPLE PRORES INFORMATION By default, the camera records all videos and stills in the REDCODE RAW file format. You also have the option to record Apple ProRes files. This section provides general information about recording Apple ProRes files with the camera: The camera cannot record Apple ProRes when Pre-Record is enabled.
  • Page 112 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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 .RDC Folder .mov .R3D .rtn (RED Thumbnail file) NOTE: The camera creates mulitple .mov files, similar to how the camera creates multiple R3D files.
  • Page 113 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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...
  • Page 114 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 RED MINI-MAG: .RDM Folder .RDC Folder .R3D .mxf (audio file, marked with an “A”) .mxf (video file, marked with a “V”)
  • Page 115 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SELECT RECORD FILE FORMAT NOTE: For more information on which codecs your camera offers, go to "Technical Specifications" on page 199. To select what file formats to record to, follow the instructions below.  1. Go to Menu > Settings > Recording > Codec.
  • Page 116 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FRAME PROCESSING NOTE: Note: Frame processing is not supported in Speed Ramp Mode. For more information, go to "Speed Ramp Mode" on page 107. Frame processing allows for the combination of multiple captured frames into one recorded frame. The combination occurs before the resulting frame is encoded.
  • Page 117 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: Always perform a Secure Format before using Pre-Record. A Secure Format restores the SSD back to factory out-of-box settings, and optimizes the SSD for Pre-Record. NOTE: To use Pre-Record only for specific situations, map Pre-Record to a key (Menu > Settings > Setup > Keys >...
  • Page 118 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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...
  • Page 119 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMMUNICATION NOTE: CTRL and GIG- E ports are only available on select DSMC2 expanders. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. Use the Communication menu to allow one (1) or more cameras to communicate with each other or external devices.
  • Page 120 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE Enable DHCP: Enables DHCP. If a DHCP-server is available in the communications network, the camera obtains an IP address, netmask address, and gateway address automatically from the DHCP server. You cannot manually enter anything in the IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway fields when this check box is selected.
  • Page 121 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  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. Select a security option from the Encryption drop-down menu: NONE: The connection will be unsecured.
  • Page 122 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CONNECT WIRELESSLY TO A DEVICE VIA INFRASTRUCTURE MODE In Infrastructure mode, the camera and your device both connect to an access point, and communicate through that wireless network. The camera can connect to access points that are not encrypted, use WPA encryption, or use WPA2 encryption.
  • Page 123 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  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. Type the passphrase to access the network.
  • Page 124 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GPIO SYNC NOTE: Using general purpose inputs/outputs and sync requires a DSMC2 expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. SYNC Use the Sync menu to set up genlock and Motion Control (MoCo). For more information, go to "Timecode, Genlock,...
  • Page 125 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FAN AND TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT 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.
  • Page 126 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 75% and the default Maximum Preview Speed is 75%. The range for both Maximum Record Speed and Maximum Preview Speed is 25–100%.
  • Page 127 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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 ®...
  • Page 128 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. The Lens Metadata...
  • Page 129 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MAINTENANCE The Maintenance menu includes: Save Log, Upgrade, Calibrate, Self Test, Reset Defaults, 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.
  • Page 130 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATE The Calibrate menu includes: Sensor, Gyro/Acc, and Lens. 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. Black shading generates a calibration map based on system and environment settings.
  • Page 131 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATE SENSOR: MANUAL CAPTURE The camera offers two (2) ways to calibrate the sensor: Manual Capture and Auto Capture. This section describes how to calibrate the sensor with Manual Capture. For more information on Auto Capture, go to "Calibrate Sensor: Auto...
  • Page 132 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATE SENSOR: AUTO CAPTURE The camera offers two (2) ways to calibrate the sensor: Manual Capture and Auto Capture. This section describes how to calibrate the sensor with Auto Capture. For more information on Manual Capture, go to "Calibrate Sensor: Manual...
  • Page 133 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CALIBRATION MAP NAMING CONVENTIONS Each calibration map has a unique name that uses the format described in the table below: NAME DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE Exposure Current exposure; to set exposure, go to Menu > Setting > Projects > Exposure Sensor Sensor temperature (Celsius);...
  • Page 134 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GYROSCOPE AND ACCELEROMETER CALIBRATION The internal three-axis gyroscope and three-axis accelerometer need to be calibrated for the Horizon overlay to function properly. The Gyro/Acc calibration file is stored in the flash memory of the camera, so you DO NOT need to recalibrate after restoring the camera or upgrading firmware.
  • Page 135 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RESTORE SYSTEM Reset Defaults 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.
  • Page 136 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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.
  • Page 137 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE OLPF RED offers multiple optical low-pass filters (OLPFs) for the camera. 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 science based on the selected OLPF.

  • Page 138: Media Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA MENU The Media Menu allows you to format and eject an SSD and to view and load clips on the SSD. more information about using media, DSMC Media Operation Guide available www.red.com/downloads. DEVICE Format and eject (unmount) the SSD.

  • Page 139: Playback Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK MENU 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, go to Menu >...
  • Page 140 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK CONTROLS Figure: Playback Controls Figure: Playback Controls C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   1 4 0...
  • Page 141 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE Figure: Playback Controls Figure: Playback Controls The table below describes the Playback controls. CONTROL DESCRIPTION Clips View clips as thumbnails Load Loads the previous clip in the playlist. Previous Clip Frame-by- Moves through the clip frame-by-frame in reverse.
  • Page 142 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CONTROL DESCRIPTION Reverse Plays clip in reverse, and toggles between play and pause. Play/Pause toggle Play/Pause Toggles between play and pause. toggle Frame-by- Moves through the clip frame-by-frame. Frame Forward Load Next Loads the next clip in the playlist.
  • Page 143 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CONTROL DESCRIPTION 21 Next Goes to the next marked frame, which displays as a red line in the Playback Status Bar. Disabled Marker when there are no marked frames. C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...

  • Page 144: Power Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE POWER MENU The Power menu displays the power status of all attached power sources and allows you to turn off the camera. NOTE: For more information about powering the camera, see the DSMC Power Operation Guide , available at www.red.com/downloads.

  • Page 145: Hdrx Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. HDRX RESTRICTIONS You cannot use HDRX mode when: The MOTION MOUNT Shutter Type is set to Soft or Square.

  • Page 146: Focus Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE FOCUS MENU The Focus menu includes: Mode and Rack. MODE TAB The Mode Tab is used to enable and select Focus parameters, including Mode, Zone, Size, and Enhanced A/F. Figure: Mode Tab MODE Select one (1) of the following from the Mode drop-down menu: Manual: When selected, all focus operations are manual.
  • Page 147 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE In Single, Continuous, and Touch Track modes, a single target displays on the screen that indicates where the image will be in focus. In Rack mode, multiple targets display on the screen to indicate the different areas between which the camera will rack focus.
  • Page 148 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  3. Select an option from the Zone drop-down menu.  4. If you selected Spot from the Zone drop-down menu, select a size from the Size drop-down menu.  5. Select the Enhanced A/F check box.  6. Select the monitor dedicated to using the Enhanced A/F feature from the Monitor drop-down menu:...
  • Page 149 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RACK FOCUS Use the Rack tab to configure up to four (4) focus points and execute rack focus between them. SET UP RACK FOCUS  1. Ensure that a DSMC Nikon Mount, DSMC Canon Mount, or DSMC Canon MOTION MOUNT is installed and that a supported lens is attached to the camera.
  • Page 150 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  8. To set the focal distance for each point, do any of the following: If the focal distance is N/A, select a rack point. The camera uses an autofocus algorithm to calculate the focal distance. Select a rack point, manually change the focal distance, and select Set.
  • Page 151 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE Figure: Set Rack Point Location  10. Select another rack point by performing any of the following actions: Select another rack point on the touchscreen. Press the key mapped to AF: Start to cycle to the next rack point in order (A, B, C, and D). For example, if rack point A is selected when you trigger the AF: Start action, the focus racks from point A to point B.

  • Page 152: Exposure Assist Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE ASSIST MENU 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.
  • Page 153 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EXP COMP AND EV SHIFT Use the Exp Comp (Exposure Compensation) slider and the EV Shift setting to adjust the brightness of the image. The default setting of zero (0) attempts to match the average brightness on an 18% grey-target. When AE is enabled, the target and current measured brightness for the selected metering area display in the histogram as a grey and white line, respectively.

  • Page 154: Presets Menu

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PRESETS MENU The camera has three (3) types of 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.
  • Page 155 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 go to Menu > Settings > Display > Zebra and configure the zebras the exact way that you want them to be in the preset.
  • Page 156 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LOOKS A Look is made up of the following settings: Color, Gain, FLUT, Sharpness, Curves, Video, Color Temperature, and LGG (Lift, Gamma, Gain). These settings are configured either in-camera (in Menu > Settings > Look) or in REDCINE- X PRO (in the Looks panel).

  • Page 157: Record And Monitor Audio

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RECORD AND MONITOR AUDIO 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, and DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander each feature a built-in headphone jack, so you can hear the audio during playback via headphones.

  • Page 158: Control

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CONTROL 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.
  • Page 159 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE PRE-AMP GAIN The pre-amplifier range and default value depend on the attached expander. To adjust amplification levels, follow the instructions below:  1. Go to Menu > Settings > Audio > Control > Pre-Amp Gain.  2. Move the Pre-Amp (pre-amplifier) sliders up and down to adjust the amplification levels.
  • Page 160 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE HEADPHONE VOLUME The volume range for Left and Right is –6 dB to 14 dB. The default is 10 dB. To adjust headphone volume, follow the steps below:  1. Go to Menu > Settings > Audio > Control > Headphone Volume.

  • Page 161: Mix

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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. To access mix settings, go to Menu > Settings > Audio > Mix.

  • Page 162: Audio Meter (Vu Meter)

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUDIO METER (VU METER) 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...

  • Page 163: Audio During Playback

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUDIO DURING PLAYBACK The camera plays all recorded channels during playback (via headphones or HDMI and HD- SDI monitors), and automatically unmutes any muted audio outputs. To access audio settings during playback, go to Menu > Settings > Audio and select the following tabs: Control C O PYR I G HT ©...

  • Page 164: Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TIMECODE, GENLOCK, MULTI-CAMERA SETUP This chapter describes timecode, genlock, and multi-camera operations such as 3D and array setup. NOTE: Timecode and genlock require a DSMC2™ Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander, or DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output...
  • Page 165 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 User Provided.
  • Page 166 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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, or DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. To input timecode generated by an external device, follow the instructions below:  1.

  • Page 167: Genlock

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GENLOCK NOTE: Using genlock requires a DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack- SDI Expander, or DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. Generator locking (genlock) is a tri-level signal used to synchronize video and audio systems. Genlock is based on SMPTE 296M and 274M.
  • Page 168 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  4. Select the desired monitor output frequency from the Frequency drop-down menu. Select Auto to automatically match the HD-SDI output to the current Project Time Base. Monitor Sync is achieved automatically when a genlock signal is provided that is compatible with the current monitor output frequency.
  • Page 169 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SENSOR SYNC NOTE: Using genlock requires a DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack- SDI Expander, or DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander. For more information, go to to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. ® NOTE: HDRX is not available when Genlock Sensor Sync is enabled.
  • Page 170 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE To set up and enable Sensor Sync Mode, follow the instructions below:  1. Connect the genlock device to the camera: DSMC2 Base Expander, DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander, DSMC2 Jetpack Expander, or DSMC2 Jetpack- SDI Expander: Connect the SYNC port (00B) on the expander to the device (green BNC) using a 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable.

  • Page 171: Master/Slave Operation

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 232. 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.
  • Page 172 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SET UP MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION NOTE: Master/Slave operation requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 232.  1. Connect the cameras using the Master/Slave Gig-E Cable:  A.
  • Page 173 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 174 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 175 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. For example, if you have two (2) cameras in Master/Slave configuration and format media on both cameras with the...

  • Page 176: Set Up Stereo/3D Configuration

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SET UP STEREO/3D CONFIGURATION NOTE: Master/Slave operation requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 232. This section describes basic procedures for connecting two (2) cameras in a Master/Slave configuration for 3D operation.

  • Page 177: Camera Array

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA ARRAY SET UP A CAMERA ARRAY NOTE: Master/Slave operation requires a GIG-E port, which is available on the DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander and DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander. For more information, go to "GIG-E (Ethernet)" on page 232. 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.

  • Page 178: Set Up Motion Control (Moco)

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SET UP MOTION CONTROL (MOCO) NOTE: Motion Control requires a DSMC2 Base Expander. For more information, go to "Input/Output Connectors" on page 215. 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.

  • Page 179: Compatible Timecode Devices

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  5. Select Sync In from the GPI Function drop-down menu. Figure: MoCo BRAIN GPIO Settings  6. Select Sync Out from the GPO Function drop-down menu. (Optional)  7. Supply a pulse from the Motion Control device to sync the shutter to the rising edge of the sync input.

  • Page 180: Compatible Genlock Devices

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE GENLOCK DEVICES The following genlock devices are compatible with the camera. Additional genlock devices may be compatible, but ® have not yet been tested by RED ® GEN10 HD/SD/AES Sync Generator with Universal Power Supply Ambient ACL 202CT...

  • Page 181: Upgrade Camera Firmware

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE UPGRADE CAMERA FIRMWARE Your camera functionality may be upgraded by installing the latest firmware. Make a habit of frequently visiting Downloads www.red.com/downloads to check for new versions of camera firmware, updated operation guides, and post production software.
  • Page 182 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  11. If this is your first time upgrading firmware, a pop-up menu opens with the Software License Agreement (SLA). Select Agree. If you do not agree to the SLA, the camera cannot be used. The SLA continues to display until it is accepted.

  • Page 183: Camera System Maintenance

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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 RED devices. WARNING: DO NOT rinse or immerse the camera or other accessories in water. Keep dry at all times.

  • Page 184: Clean Evf Screen

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 185: Water Damage

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE APPROVED LCD SCREEN CLEANERS Use only the following products to clean LCD screens: Ionized rubber air bulb Pancro Professional Lens Cleaner (or equivalent) Photographic Solutions PEC*PADs (or equivalent) 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.

  • Page 186: Troubleshoot Your Camera

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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.

  • Page 187: General Troubleshooting

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING FIRMWARE DOES NOT UPGRADE SYMPTOM During an attempt to upgrade firmware, the PWR and REC LEDs flash red. After an attempt to upgrade firmware, the firmware version does not change. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS After downloading the firmware upgrade file, ensure that you unzip the file before saving it to the SSD.
  • Page 188 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA DISPLAYS N/A FOR APERTURE SYMPTOM The camera displays N/A for aperture when a lens is attached. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Ensure that your lens is completely locked in place. Remove your lens mount. Check the connection points for damage or debris. Install your lens mount.
  • Page 189 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LCD BLANK AT STARTUP SYMPTOM When you turn on the camera, the LCD does not show any image. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Turn off the camera. Wait at least three (3) seconds, and then turn the camera back on.
  • Page 190 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 DSMC AC Power Adaptor. Perform a Hard Restore. For more information, go to "Perform a Hard Restore"...
  • Page 191 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE INCORRECT COLOR TEMPERATURE SYMPTOM 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 93. Perform a black shade calibration. For more information, go to "Sensor Calibration"...
  • Page 192 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 black shade calibration is outdated. Current camera settings and temperature can affect pixel calibration.

  • Page 193: Error Messages

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 194 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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 DSMC Media Operation Guide, available at www.red.com/downloads.
  • Page 195 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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...

  • Page 196: Media Bay And Red Mini-Mag Issues

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 197: Back Focus Lock

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE BACK FOCUS LOCK SYMPTOM If you would like to lock the sensor in place to prevent it from moving, follow the instructions in the next section. POTENTIAL RESOLUTIONS Lock the sensor in a fixed position by following the instructions below.
  • Page 198 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE  6. Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver 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: Lock Back Focus Figure: Back Focus Successfully Locked  7.

  • Page 199: A Technical Specifications

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Sensor Type HELIUM™ 35.4 Megapixel CMOS Effective Pixels 8192 x 4320 Sensor Size 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm (Diagonal: 33.80 mm) Dynamic Range 16.5+ stops...
  • Page 200 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION REDCODE RAW 8K Full Format (8192 x 4320), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 14:9, 3:2, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x, 1.25x Acquisition 7K Full Format (7168 x 3780), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x Formats 6K Full Format (6144 x 3240), 2:1, 2.4:1, 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 6:5, 4:1, 8:1, and Ana 2x, 1.3x, 1.25x...
  • Page 201 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Monitor Outputs 3G-SDI (HD-SDI) and HDMI® with DSMC2™ expander module 1080p RGB or 4:2:2, 720p RGB or 4:2:2 480p RGB or 4:2:2 (HDMI® only) SMPTE Timecode, HANC Metadata, 24-bit 48 kHz Audio Monitor Options DSMC2™...

  • Page 202: Epic-W Technical Specifications

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS EPIC-W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION Sensor Type HELIUM™ 35.4 Megapixel CMOS Effective Pixels 8192 x 4320 Sensor Size 29.90 mm x 15.77 mm (Diagonal: 33.80 mm) Dynamic Range 16.5+ stops Signal-to-Noise 80 dB Ratio Max Data Rates Up to 275 MB/s using RED MINI-MAG®...
  • Page 203 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION ® Avid Codecs DNxHR HQX at 4K (4096 × 2160) 12-bit up to 29.97 fps DNxHR HQ, SQ and LB at 4K (4096 × 2160) 8-bit up to 29.97 fps DNxHR 444 at 2K (2048 × 1080) 12-bit up to 120 fps DNxHD 444 and HQX (1920 ×...
  • Page 204 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-W TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION ® ® ® ® Video Editing Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer Software ® ® ® ® DaVinci Resolve , Edius Pro , Final Cut Pro , Vegas Pro Compatibility 1. REDCODE values and max frame rates may vary based on selected acquisition format, aspect ratio, project time base, Lookaround setting, and SSD.

  • Page 205: B Mechanical Drawings

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MECHANICAL DRAWINGS WEAPON 8K S35 BRAIN NOTE: Dimensions are shown in mm. The optical axis height of the camera is 95.90 mm. FRONT VIEW Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Front View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...
  • Page 206 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE BACK VIEW Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Back View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 0 6...
  • Page 207 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (RIGHT) Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Side View (Right) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 0 7...
  • Page 208 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (LEFT) Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Side View (Left) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 0 8...
  • Page 209 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TOP VIEW Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Top View BOTTOM VIEW Figure: WEAPON 8K S35 Bottom View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 0 9...

  • Page 210: Epic-W Brain

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-W BRAIN NOTE: Dimensions are shown in mm. The optical axis height of the camera is 95.90 mm. FRONT VIEW Figure: EPIC-W Front View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...
  • Page 211 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE BACK VIEW Figure: EPIC-W Back View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 1 1...
  • Page 212 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (RIGHT) Figure: EPIC-W Side View (Right) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 1 2...
  • Page 213 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SIDE VIEW (LEFT) Figure: EPIC-W Side View (Left) C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 1 3...
  • Page 214 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TOP VIEW Figure: EPIC-W Top View BOTTOM VIEW Figure: EPIC-W Top View C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC 9 5 5 - 0 1 3 8 _V 6 .3 , R EV - D |   2 1 4...

  • Page 215: C Input/Output Connectors

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS This appendix provides pinout information for the input/output connectors on the following expanders: DSMC2™ Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI 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.

  • Page 216: Dsmc2 Base Expander

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 BASE EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Base Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... TYPE 1 Stereo 3.5mm stereo "Stereo Microphone" on page 233 Microphone 2 Headphone Jack 3.5mm stereo "Headphone" on page 234 3 SYNC 4-pin 00B LEMO "SYNC (Video Sync In) with SYNC Trigger Button Circuit"...

  • Page 217: Dsmc2 V-Lock I/O Expander

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 V-LOCK I/O EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... 1 AUX Power P-Tap 2-pin Female "AUX Power (P-Tap)" on page 241 2 Stereo 3.5mm stereo "Stereo Microphone" on page 233...

  • Page 218: Dsmc2 Redvolt Expander

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 REDVOLT EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... AUX PWR 4-pin 0B LEMO "AUX Power (4-Pin LEMO)" on page 239 SDI 1 and 2 "3G-SDI (HD-SDI) Out" on page 221 HDMI HDMI 1.2, Type A "HDMI Out"...

  • Page 219: Dsmc2 Jetpack Expander

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TYPE FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... 1 CTRL 4-pin 00B LEMO "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 227 2 HDMI HDMI 1.2, Type A "HDMI Out" on page 222 3 DC IN 6-pin 1B LEMO "DC IN (Power Input)"...

  • Page 220: Dsmc2 Jetpack-Sdi Expander

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC2 JETPACK-SDI EXPANDER Figure: DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander # CONNECTOR CONNECTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO... TYPE 1 CTRL 4-pin 00B LEMO "CTRL (RS232 Control)" on page 227 2 AUX 2-pin 0B LEMO "AUX Power 2-Pin LEMO, 1.5A" on page 238...

  • Page 221: Record/Monitor Out Ports

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE RECORD/MONITOR OUT PORTS 3G-SDI (HD-SDI) OUT The following expanders 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”) A standard 75 ohm BNC connector provides the following output:...
  • Page 222 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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"...

  • Page 223: Communication Ports

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 LEMO SYNC connector accepts timecode, genlock, and General Purpose Input (GPI) signals.
  • Page 224 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 225 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SYNC (VIDEO SYNC IN) WITH CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER INPUT The following expanders 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 LEMO 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).
  • Page 226 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CONTACT CLOSURE STYLE TRIGGER BUTTON CIRCUIT (SYNC) The diagram below shows the contact closure style trigger button circuit on the SYNC connector. Figure: Contact Closure Style Trigger Button Circuit Diagram (SYNC) COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0154: 3BNC-to-00 LEMO Sync Cable...
  • Page 227 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) The following expanders feature a CTRL connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander The 4-pin 00B LEMO CTRL connector supports RS232 remote control for 3D camera communication and third-party metadata ingest applications.
  • Page 228 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE SERIAL (RS232 CONTROL) The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features a SERIAL connector. The 7-pin 0B LEMO SERIAL connector supports RS232 RX, RS232 TX, and a General Purpose Input (GPI) trigger (active-low switch closure). The connector also offers auxiliary power out, with a maximum sustained current draw of 1.5A.
  • Page 229 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE CABLES For GPI applications, you can use this cable: 790-0553: RED 7-Pin 0B LEMO-to-Flying Lead Serial Port Cable (6') For non-GPI applications, you can use this 6-pin cable: 790-0444: REDLINK®-to-T.H.C. Connector Cable 3' C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...
  • Page 230 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GENLOCK The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features a Genlock (GEN) connector. The 75 ohm BNC connector accepts incoming sync and genlock signals. 75 OHM BNC CONNECTOR SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION Center SYNC SMPTE ST 274 RS 170A Tri-Level Sync...
  • Page 231 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE TIMECODE The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features a Timecode (TC) connector. 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.
  • Page 232 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE GIG-E (ETHERNET) The following expanders feature a GIG-E connector. DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander The GIG-E 9-pin 0B LEMO 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...

  • Page 233: Audio Ports

    WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. HEADPHONE JACK SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION LEFT...
  • Page 234 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE HEADPHONE The following expanders feature a headphone jack: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander The 3.5mm stereo jack provides two (2) channels of audio for monitoring. For maximum quality, use high impedance headphones.

  • Page 235: Power Ports

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE POWER PORTS DC IN (POWER INPUT) The following expanders feature a DC IN connector: DSMC2 Base Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander The 6-pin 1B LEMO 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.
  • Page 236 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE CABLES 790-0138: RED 2B-to-1B LEMO Power Adaptor Cable 790-0164: XLR Power Cable (10') 790-0165: XLR Power Cable (30") C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...
  • Page 237 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER 2-PIN LEMO, 3.0A The DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander features an auxiliary power out connector (3.0A). The 2-pin 0B LEMO 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.
  • Page 238 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER 2-PIN LEMO, 1.5A The DSMC2 Jetpack-SDI Expander features an auxiliary power out connector (1.5A). The 2-pin 0B LEMO 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.
  • Page 239 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER (4-PIN LEMO) 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.CLN CONNECTOR...
  • Page 240 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE USB POWER The following expanders feature a USB 2.0 (Type A) power out connector: DSMC2 Jetpack Expander DSMC2 V-Lock I/O Expander DSMC2 REDVOLT Expander The USB power out connector supplies 5 V of power. The maximum sustained current draw is 1.5A.
  • Page 241 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE AUX POWER (P-TAP) The DSMC2 V-Lock I/O 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. Figure: P-Tap Connector (Looking at Camera)

  • Page 242: D Lens Mounts And Lenses

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE 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. RED MOTION MOUNT The RED® MOTION MOUNT® is a revolutionary and adjustable lens mount system for your camera. By integrating a global shutter, temporal anti-aliasing soft shutter, and variable neutral density (ND) system into a single lens mount, the MOTION MOUNT delivers on-the-fly shutter adjustments to reduce motion blur and temporal aliasing.
  • Page 243 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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 TOOLS: T20 TORX driver  1. Ensure that the camera is turned off and remove any accessories or cables that may interfere with installation.

  • Page 244: Lenses

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE LENSES This section describes lenses and lens operations for the camera system. WARNING: All lenses are hot swappable. 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.
  • Page 245 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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. 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...
  • Page 246 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 247 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DSMC CANON MOUNT SUPPORTED LENSES The DSMC Canon Mount and DSMC Canon MOTION MOUNT electronically support the following lenses: COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH 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...
  • Page 248 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon EF 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...
  • Page 249 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH 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...
  • Page 250 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Canon EF-S Canon EF-S 10-18mm F/4.5 STM IS Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM 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 IS Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5 IS II Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5 IS STM...
  • Page 251 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH Tamron SP Tamron SP 10-24mm f/3.5 Tamron SP 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD 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 USD...
  • Page 252 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.
  • Page 253 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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...
  • Page 254 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE COMPATIBLE LENS TYPE FOCAL LENGTH 1, 2 1, 2 Zeiss Otus Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 ZF.2 APO 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.
  • Page 255 WEAPON/EPIC-W 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.

  • Page 256: E Default Key Functions

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE DEFAULT KEY FUNCTIONS DEFAULT KEYS ITEM FUNCTION ® Camera BRAIN Record Full Press Record: Toggle GPI In High Record: Start GPI In Low Record: Stop Media Bay (Side SSD) Record Full Press Record: Toggle/Multi-Shot Start Record Full Release...
  • Page 257 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ITEM 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...
  • Page 258 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE ITEM 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  ...

  • Page 259: F Menu Map

    WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MENU The menu map is applicable to the following cameras, except as noted throughout this guide: WEAPON HELIUM 8K S35 EPIC-W C O PYR I G HT © 2 0 1 7 R ED.C O M , I NC...
  • Page 260 WEAPON/EPIC-W OPERATION GUIDE MENU SETTINGS MEDIA PLAYBACK POWER HDRX FOCUS EXPOSURE PRESETS ASSIST } Device } Playback Screen } Power In } Mode } Mode } Camera Presets } Clips } Power Save } Factor } Rack } Mode } Looks...

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