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Page 3: Table Of Contents
BEFORE YOU START ....7 FIRST TIME USE – SETTING Export / Import Preset ..73 Important Safety UP YOUR RED EPIC ....44 Delete Preset ....... 75 Instructions ........ 7 1. Attach Power Source ... 44 Media Menu ......76 THEORY OF OPERATION ....10...
Page 4 APPENDIX I: APPENDIX M: MENU MAPS ..210 Wireless Connection ..168 MAINTENANCE......199 Power Up / Down ....174 Cleaning ......... 199 RED EPIC® Operation Guide EPIC-M / EPIC-X Version 1.7.10 November 17, 2011 Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC. NOVEMBER 17, 2011...
Page 5: Disclaimer
DISCLAIMER RED® has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this Operation Guide, which is provided solely for the user’s information. While thought to be accurate, the information in this document is provided strictly “as is” and RED will not be held responsible for issues arising from typographical errors or user’s interpretation of the language used herein that is different from that intended by RED.
Page 6: Compliance
COMPLIANCE INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 7: Australia And New Zealand Statement
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND STATEMENT This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to EN 55022:2006 JAPAN STATEMENTS This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment.
Page 8 The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway. This symbol on the product and accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take this product to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge.
Page 9: Before You Start
BEFORE YOU START Congratulations on your purchase of a RED EPIC® camera. Please read the attached safety instructions, and only then unpack the camera body and any accessories. If there is any physical damage or missing components for either your camera body or any accessories, please file a support ticket at www.RED.com/support.
Page 10 shock and serious injury to the user. DO NOT use the camera in the rain or under other conditions with high moisture without appropriate protection, and immediately remove power source if camera or accessories are exposed to moisture. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the camera or accessories to rain or moisture.
Page 11 CAUTION: The power cord plug for the AC Power Adapter is used as the power disconnect. To disconnect all power from the AC Power Adapter, unplug the power cord plug from the wall outlet. During use, the power cord plug should remain easily accessible at all times. R.
Page 12: Theory Of Operation
A B4 mount to PL mount adaptor is also available to permit use of 2/3” HD lenses on the RED EPIC camera. The optical coverage it provides is approximately equivalent to 16mm hence the maximum recording resolution with a B4 lens is 2K RAW (2048 x 1152 pixel) progressive scan.
Page 13: Hdrx
This recording technique permits RGB color processing choices to be deferred to post production and/or to be adjusted in the field to visualize alternative color treatments, without impacting the recorded image. The camera’s monitoring path converts RAW sensor data to a white balanced 12-bit depth 2048 x 1080 pixel RGB 4:4:4 video signal.
Page 14: Magic Motion
AUDIO RECORDING The RED EPIC can record up to two discreet channels of microphone level uncompressed 24-bit, 48 KHz audio (four channels of microphone level or line level audio inputs when equipped with a PRO I/O Module), that are synchronized with video and timecode, to REDMAG 1.8”...
Page 15: Line Level Analog Inputs
(20dB for +4dBu reference level) and the maximum signal to noise ratio for the 24-bit digital recording. VIDEO MONITORING OUTPUTS In its default configuration, the RED EPIC camera can simultaneously support one VIEWFINDER output (suitable for use by a BOMB EVF®, or RED LCD) plus one HD-SDI based PROGRAM output and one HDMI based PREVIEW output.
Page 16: Hdmi
HDMI A 720p or 1080p PREVIEW output suitable for monitoring via a PC monitor or most HDTV displays. When an HD-SDI or HDMI monitor is connected WITHOUT an LCD or EVF, and in PREVIEW mode, the HD-SDI or HDMI monitor will display the menus as if it were the LCD or EVF as shown below, displaying setting changes in real-rime.
Page 17: Redmote
REDMOTE® REDmote is a proprietary camera control unit for RED EPIC cameras that attaches to the rear of the camera Brain or the back face of the rearmost expansion module. The REDmote may also be detached from the camera and operate over a proprietary REDlink™ 2.4Ghz wireless connection.
Page 18: Metadata
For additional information about digital magazines, refer to APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA. METADATA RED EPIC cameras record extensive Metadata, which is data that describes the precise characteristics of the picture and sound signals in each frame of the recording. This includes camera specific setup information, project and clip management information, Clip Name, Time Code, Date and GMT, lens and shutter speed / angle parameters, audio settings and any video image processing information.
Page 19: Smpte Timecode
MULTI CAMERA SHOOTS The naming scheme means that three cameras, slated as A, B, C, will generate easily recognizable clips: A001_C001_0502**.RDC B001_C001_0502**.RDC C001_C001_0502**.RDC 3D FOOTAGE Refer to APPENDIX F: 3D SETUP / OPERATION > CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS. SMPTE TIMECODE Edge Code is a SMPTE timecode track that always starts at 1.00.00.00 on the first frame recorded to the digital media.
Page 20: Camera Operational Controls
CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS This section describes the available operational controls on the EPIC-M and EPIC -X camera Brain, Side SSD Module, Side Handle and REDmote accessories. BRAIN Power Status LED Power / Record Button Record Status LED Figure 4: Power / Record Button / Status LEDs •...
Page 21: Side Ssd Module
o LED Yellow Blinking = Running on Battery below 10% o LED Red Blinking = Running on Battery Below 5% • Record Status LED: Indicates status of camera for recording: o LED Off = No Media o LED Green = Ready to Record o LED Red Constant = Recording o LED Red Slow Blink = Recording, 25% Media Left o LED Red Fast Blink = Recording, 5% Media Left...
Page 22 Figure 5: Side CF / SSD Controls • SSD Slot: Slot for REDMAG 1.8” SSD Media. • User Key 1: Initiates user defined camera function. Undefined by Default. • User Key 2: Initiates user defined camera function. Undefined by Default. •...
Page 23: Side Handle
SIDE HANDLE Battery Release LCD Menu Keys Focus / Record Button LCD Display Adjustment Ring LCD Backlight Button Figure 6: RED Side Handle Controls - Top • Battery Door Release Button: Releases Side Handle battery door to permit battery exchange. •...
Page 24: Front
FRONT Stills / Movie Slider Figure 7: Side Handle Controls - Front • Stills / Movie Slider: Selects between STILLS and MOVIE modes of operation. NOTE: This switch is not active at this time. Default camera operation is MOVIE Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 25: Rear
REAR MENU Button User Keys A-D Rocker Switch System Keys 1- 3 Navigation Group Thumbwheel Lock Figure 8: RED Side Handle Controls - Rear • Menu Button: Press to access / camera setup menus. • Rocker Switch: Increases or decreases selected value based on parameter selected in USER KEYs. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 26 • Navigation Group: Allows navigation through camera menus, selection of camera parameter for adjustment, and adjustment of selected camera parameter. Figure 9: Side Handle Navigation Group Scroll Wheel Direction Keys Enter Button o Scroll Wheel: Selects and adjusts camera parameter value. o Direction Keys: Navigates camera menus and may select parameter for adjustment.
Page 27: Installation / Removal
INSTALLATION / REMOVAL WARNING: THE SIDE HANDLE IS NOT HOT SWAPPABLE - MEANING YOU CANNOT REMOVE OR INSTALL WHILE THE CAMERA IS POWERED ON. BEFORE INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE SIDE HANDLE, YOU MUST POWER DOWN THE CAMERA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SIDE HANDLE AND / OR CAMERA BRAIN THAT IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Page 28 To remove the side handle: 1. Power down the camera if necessary. 2. Rotate the thumbscrew downwards until detached from camera body. Disengage lip from top of camera brain. Rotate side handle upwards to remove. Rotate thumbscrew downwards until loose. 3.
Page 29: Redmote
REDMOTE This section describes the physical controls on the REDmote. For complete details on REDmote control, refer to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION. IMPORTANT: For your REDmote to operate with this camera build version, ensure your REDmote has been upgraded to the latest firmware. Refer to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION > MAINTENANCE >...
Page 30 User Key C – Press to execute user defined function. Default: Toggles False Color > 1:1 Magnify. User Key D – Press to execute user defined function. Default: Toggles False Color > Exposure Check • Menu Button: Press to access / camera setup menus. •...
Page 31: Bomb Evf
BOMB EVF Figure 12: BOMB EVF Focus Ring Brightness Control EVF Tally Light • Focus Ring: Adjusts optimal subject focus for your eye. Available diopter range is +2.0 to -5.0. • EVF User Key (B): Increases EVF display brightness. • EVF User Key (C): Decreases EVF display brightness.
Page 32: Touchscreen Lcd
TOUCHSCREEN LCD Figure 14: RED Touchscreen LCD Backlight Adjust LCD User Key C LCD User Key D • Backlight Adjust: Adjusts LCD backlight intensity. Upper button +, Lower button - • LCD User Key C (B): Press to execute user defined function. Default: Toggles False Color > 1:1 Magnify.
Page 33: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION This section describes basic operation, starting from power up, Viewfinder layout and Menu navigation. WARNING: THE SIDE HANDLE, SIDE SSD MODULE, REAR MODULES AND LENS MOUNT ARE NOT HOT SWAPPABLE – MEANING YOU CANNOT REMOVE OR INSTALL THEM WHILE THE CAMERA IS POWERED ON.
Page 34: Power Up
• RED BRICK® 140Wh batteries may be used with Backpack Quickplate, RED Quickplate, Battery Belt Clip, or RED Cradle via 2B-to-1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138. • 4-pin XLR DC power sources may be used with the camera via adaptor cable P/N 790-0164. POWER UP Locate the camera’s Power / Record button on the right face of the Brain.
Page 35: Power Down
If a formatted REDMAG 1.8” SSD is attached to the Brain, once powered up the Media Status LED will illuminate Green. If this LED is not illuminated, verify a formatted REDMAG 1.8” SSD is inserted into the Side SSD Module and / or format the SSD if it has not previously been formatted on the camera. NOTE: Once powered up, if the Power Status LED illuminates Red, it indicates low remaining battery capacity and a battery exchange or switch over to external DC power is recommended.
Page 36: Graphical User Interface And Navigation
GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE AND NAVIGATION RED LCD/TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXTERNAL MONITORS The following is a general description of the structure of the camera’s Graphical User Interface (GUI) which overlays the video monitor signal on the Viewfinder output(s) of the camera. SHUTTER SPEED WHITE BALANCE ISO RATING...
Page 37 • • Frame Guide: Record or Projection area TC: Indicates presence of valid SMPTE timecode signal • Next Clip Filename: Filename of the clip that • will be shot next Genlock: Indicates presence of valid Genlock signal / sensor sync to genlock •...
Page 38 Whichever parameter is underlined with a red bar may be immediately adjusted by pressing ENTER in the Navigation Group of the Side Handle or REDmote, then using the Scroll Wheel to change the value of that parameter. To confirm the parameter change press ENTER a second time. NOTE: Shutter angle is displayed in Relative mode by default, as indicated by Yellow text.
Page 39 LOWER STATUS ROW The Lower Status Row provides feedback on key systems level camera values, including: • Clip Settings • Temperature, Power and Sync • Power Status • Exposure (Histogram) • Media Status • Audio Levels ICON BEHAVIOR • TC Gray - No analog time code is currently detected. •...
Page 40 NOTE: The camera will automatically power down if supply voltage drops to 11.5 Volts. If using a REDVOLT battery in the Side Handle to power the camera, power status displays the location of the power source (example: SH: Side Handle) and reports the % of remaining battery capacity and the displayed text is color coded as follows: •...
Page 41: Side Handle
RAW CLIP LEVEL BAR The RAW clip level bar displays the amount of pixels in the image that are clipping. For example, if the bar is about 1/4 of the total height, this would indicate approximately 1/8 of the total pixels in the image are at an exposure level at risk of clipping and may not be recoverable by lowering ISO or FLUT values in postproduction.
Page 42: Redmote
REDMOTE The display elements include: • Camera ID: Displays camera ID (NA shown) • Project Frame Rate: Current project TIME BASE • Wireless Status: Displays signal strength • when connected wirelessly Clip Meter: RGB sensor RAW clipping status • Battery Indicator: Displays battery life or •...
Page 43: Navigating Menus
• • Power: Indicates D.C supply voltage or % of Timecode: Current timecode value remaining battery capacity Including current • Histogram: Displays histogram supply voltage • Audio Meter: Audio input selection and levels NAVIGATING MENUS The primary method to navigate Menus is via the Scroll Wheel on the REDmote or Side Handle. Rotate clockwise to move right, counter clockwise to move left.
Page 44: Shortcuts
SHORTCUTS Along the lower status row, menu items can be accessed by simply touching that section of the screen. NOTE: The upper menu options do not change when you select the below items. You are taken directly inside of that menu item. •...
Page 45: Touchscreen Opreration
4. The camera will immediately power down. USING POWER STATUS DISPLAY 1. Select the POWER status located between the audio channels and media remaining indicator, to reveal the same menu illustrated above. 2. Select SHUTDOWN. 3. The camera will immediately power down. LOCK / UNLOCK TOUCHSCREEN OPRERATION LOCK To lock out the touchscreen operation, touch and hold the MENU icon...
Page 46: First Time Use - Setting Up Your Red Epic
FIRST TIME USE – SETTING UP YOUR RED EPIC 1. ATTACH POWER SOURCE If a REDVOLT battery is installed in the Side Handle and DC power is connect through the DC IN connector, the DC IN power supply has priority and will power the camera instead of the battery.
Page 47: Dc Power
REMOVE 1. Press the battery door release button (A). 2. Open battery door (B). 3. Press upwards on retainer (C) to release battery. 4. Remove battery from side handle. REAR BATTERY MODULE Attach a Rear Battery Module and insert one or more REDVOLT® or REDVOLT® XL batteries. RED BRICK Attach to the camera using a V-Plate and 2B-to-1B Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138 to the DC IN connector.
Page 48: Connect And Format Media
Insert a blank (or previously used but erasable) REDMAG 1.8” SSD and format it. Perform a BLACK CALIBRATION of the Sensor. Check your PROJECT SETTINGS (Time Base, Record Resolution, Record Quality, etc.). Frame, focus and record. CONNECT AND FORMAT MEDIA Identify a REDMAG 1.8”...
Page 49: Perform A Black Shading Calibration
PERFORM A BLACK SHADING CALIBRATION Refer to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > MAINTENANCE > CALIBRATION for complete details for performing a Black Shading Calibration. ADJUST PROJECT SETTINGS TIME BASE To adjust the project TIME BASE, press the MENU button on the Side Handle or REDmote. Then use the Scroll Wheel or Direction Keys to navigate to SETTINGS >...
Page 50: Recording
RECORD RESOLUTION To adjust Record Resolution, navigate the Cursor to the RESOLUTION icon in the Upper Status Row and press the Navigation Group ENTER key. Adjust to the desired value using the Scroll Wheel and press ENTER a second time to confirm. If using a Touch Screen, press the RESOLUTION ICON, adjust RESOLUTION by sliding your finger left / right, or tap on the desired resolution, and then press anywhere else on the touch screen to confirm.
Page 51: Record Indicator
RECORD INDICATOR When recording, the RED EPIC camera provides a variety of record indications (tallies): Timecode, normally displayed in white colored text, will be displayed in red colored text.
Page 52: Playback
If enabled in the USER KEYS menu, the GPO trigger output in the CNTL connector will pulse. 5. PLAYBACK Playback of recorded clips is not currently enabled in camera firmware and must be performed off the camera. Off-load the Clips from your REDMAG 1.8” SSD to a personal computer using a RED STATION®...
Page 53: Menu Controls
MENU CONTROLS Displayed in the Upper Display Group of the VIEWFINDER output(s), are FRAMERATE (FPS), EXPOSURE (ISO), _._ (F/Stop), WHITE BALANCE, RESOLUTION, and QUALITY (REDcode). These parameters are adjustable directly through this screen. When using the touchscreen, directly to the right of these parameters is the MENU icon which when pressed will take you to the secondary camera set up menus.
Page 54: Advanced Setting Menus
• To close an alpha numeric keypad when entering information directly, tap anywhere on the screen outside the keypad. ADVANCED SETTING MENUS At this time, only FRAMERATE, SHUTTER SPEED and WHITE BALANCE on the MAIN MENU have advanced settings. SIDE HANDLE / REDMOTE 1.
Page 55: Main Menu
MAIN MENU Available options under the MAIN MENU are FRAMERATE (FPS), ISO (SENSATIVITY), F STOP, 1/SEC (EXPOSURE), WHITE BALANCE, RESOLUTION, and QUALITY (REDcode). Used to select an image capture frame rate that differs from the Project’s TIME BASE frame rate. Ranges are as follows: •...
Page 56: Basic Settings
If you press record with a frame rate set too high for the selected record quality, you will be prompted to allow the camera to change the REDCODE setting to the maximum quality that enables that frame rate. BASIC SETTINGS Provides quick selection of the most common Varispeed frame rates.
Page 57: Iso (Sensitivity)
RED EPIC CANON EOS MOUNT INSTALLED This menu will appear when a RED EPIC Canon EOS Mount is installed and a Canon EF or EF-S Lens or equivalent is attached (a Non-Canon EF or EF-S Lens may not function as smoothly or accurately).
Page 58 BASIC SETTINGS Allows adjustment of the aperture (F stop) of the attached lens. The range will vary depending on the attached lens. ADVANCED SETTINGS When selected, the advanced settings menu allows fine control over the f-stop value under APERTURE and focal distance under FOCUS. APERTURE (F STOP) Provides the ability to enter the F stop value directly.
Page 59: 1/Sec (Exposure)
FOCUS Provides the ability to enter the focal distance directly. Range depends on attached lens. Default depends on attached lens. 1/SEC (EXPOSURE) BASIC SETTINGS Adjusts the exposure of each frame captured by the MYSTERIUM X sensor. Shutter speed presets are provided for all common speeds (and shutter angles) for 24 / 25 fps and 50 / 60 fps project frame rates.
Page 60: Advanced Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS When selected, the advanced settings menu allows fine control over the Exposure value, and permits entry in any of the three following common units – EXPOSURE (Shutter Speed), INTEGRATION TIME or ABSOLUTE ANGLE (Shutter Angle). EXPOSURE (SPEED) Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Speed (1/xx sec). Range is 2 –...
Page 61 INTEGRATION TIME Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Integration Time (xx milliseconds). Range is 0.125 to 1,000 mS (milliseconds) Default is 20.833 MS ABSOLUTE ANGLE Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Angle (xx Degrees). Range is 4.0 to 360.0 Degrees Default is 180.0 Degrees As you adjust any of these three parameters, the camera will automatically calculate the equivalent value...
Page 62: White Balance
To Convert Shutter Speed to Angle Equivalent: Equivalent Degrees = (Shutter Speed x Frame Rate x 360) E.g. = (1/48 x 24 x 360) = (8640/48) = 180 SHUTTER DEGREES SHUTTER DEGREES 1/32 1/120 1/48 1/192 1/50 172.8 1/348 22.5 1/60 1/696 1/96...
Page 63: Advanced Settings
ADVANCED SETTINGS When selected, allows additional adjustment of the White Balance. Available options are PRESET, COLOR TEMP, TINT, and CALCULATE WHITE BALANCE. Press APPLY PRESET for settings to take effect. PRESET Available preset options are: SHADE DAYLIGHT FLOURESCENT INCANDECENT Preset to 9,000K Preset to 5,600K Preset to 4,500K Preset to 2,800K...
Page 64 TINT Color Temperature calculations assume a pure light source that may not be true in the specific scene the camera is imaging. To compensate for any residual colorcast, the TINT parameter can adjust the RGB color balance with a compensating Magenta - Green color component. Default is 0.000. When selected, a secondary keypad will appear allowing you to enter the desired Tint value directly.
Page 65: Resolution
5K 2:1 5K 2.4:1 4K HD • • • 5K FF 5K ANA 2K 2.4:1 Current RED EPIC resolutions listed below with their respective size (in pixels). RESOLUTION X (WIDTH) Y (HEIGHT) 2K 2.4:1 2048 4K HD 3840 2160 5K 2.4:1...
Page 66: Redcode Options For Various Frame Rates
REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES Minimum frame rate is 1 sec per frame; maximum frame rate is a function of REDCODE setting, and record resolution: 10:1 12:1 12:1 11:1 12:1 2.4:1 10:1 10:1 12:1 10:1 2.4:1 Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC. NOVEMBER 17, 2011...
Page 67: Secondary Menus
SECONDARY MENUS Press the Menu button on the REDmote / Side Handle or touch the MENU icon on the LCD to access the Secondary Menus. Available options in this menu screen are HDR, FOCUS, PRESETS, MEDIA, SETTINGS, and POWER. EXPOSURE is not implemented at this time. HDR MENU Available options are HDR OFF, HDRx and STOPS.
Page 68: Stops
STOPS To adjust the STOPS parameter, select the Stops box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust. Range is 1 to 6. Default is 2. FOCUS MENU IMPORTANT: Auto Focus IS NOT enabled at this time. The Focus Menu is used to enable and select Focus parameters including MODE and ZONES. MODE To adjust the MODE parameter, select the Menu box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust.
Page 69: Zones
ZONES Available options are CENTER and SPOT. Default is CENTER. This control allows selection of the boxes used to indicate objects in/out of focus. CENTER Provides a large, square target for focus. When objects located in the circle are in focus, the square will be Yellow or Green.
Page 70 SPOT Provides a small, square target for precise focus (similar to Center focus, only smaller). When objects located in the square are in focus, the square will be Yellow or Green. When objects located in the square are out of focus, the square will be Red. SPOT FOCUS INDICATOR Moving The spot focus square can be moved around the screen.
Page 71 Side Handle / REDmote 1. Navigate to the focus menu. 2. Press the down arrow on the Navigation Group. 3. The spot focus square line weight will increase and the Red cursor under FOCUS will dim slightly. 4. Press the ENTER button. 5.
Page 72: Red Epic Dsmc Ti Pl Mount + Lens
RED EPIC DSMC TI PL MOUNT + LENS When a RED EPIC DSMC Ti PL Mount is installed and a Lens equipped with Cooke’s S4/i system (or equivalent is attached, the Focal Length and Focal Distance is displayed on the LCD, EVF and external monitors.
Page 73: Exposure Menu
EXPOSURE MENU Not implemented at this time. PRESETS MENU Presets are stored inside the camera. They can be imported / exported to the SSD. The Presets menu is used to create, save and import presets. Available options are APPLY, CREATE, IMPORT/EXPORT and DELETE.
Page 74 PRESET NAME Press the Enter button on the New Name field, a keyboard will appear allowing you to enter the desired preset name. Use the arrow keys and Enter button, enter the desired name. When finished, press the Menu button to close the keyboard.
Page 75: Export / Import Preset
When successfully completed, “Preset Applied Successfully” will appear. EXPORT / IMPORT PRESET When selected you will be able to export presets from the camera to external memory (1.8” SSD), import presets from the external memory (1.8” SSD) to the camera, or apply available RMD presets. NOTE: Exported presets will be located in a folder labeled “Presets”...
Page 76 DISK PRESETS When IMPORT is selected, the selected preset will import from external media (1.8” SSD) to the camera. Once imported the preset will be listed under CAMERA PRESETS. NOTE: If no media is connected or no presets are saved to the media, this selection will remain Grayed out (until a preset is exported of course).
Page 77: Delete Preset
RMD PRESETS If an RMD file exported from REDCINE-X or REDCINE-X PRO is on the SSD it can be imported from the SSD to the camera. When APPLY is selected, the RMD file is transferred to active system memory. DELETE PRESET When selected will delete the selected preset from the camera.
Page 78: Media Menu
MEDIA MENU The Media Menu is used to format media (SSD) prior to use on the camera as well as to Eject (unmount) the media prior to removal from the camera. Available options when selected are SELECT MEDIA, SET MEDIA, FORMAT MEDIA, EJECT MEDIA, and UTILITIES. IMPORTANT: Media MUST be ejected from the camera before removal to prevent corruption and/or loss of data on media.
Page 79: Format Media
REEL NO. When selected, a keypad will appear allowing you to enter a value between 1 and 999. CAMERA ID (SLATE) Identifies the camera with a letter A through Z. Default is A. CAMERA POS (POSITION) Identifies the camera position as Right, Left or Center. Default is Center. FORMAT MEDIA When selected, a new dialog box will appear allowing you to add properties to the media highlighted in the Current Media box when formatting.
Page 80 REEL NO. When selected a keypad will appear allowing you to enter a value between 1 and 999. CAMERA ID (SLATE) Identifies the camera with a letter A through Z. Default is A. CAMERA POS (POSITION) Identifies the camera position as Right, Left or Center. Default is Center. FORMAT When selected, formats the media and adds the selected properties.
Page 81: Eject Media
EJECT MEDIA When selected will Eject (unmount) the media highlighted in the Select Media box. When ejected, camera will display “Media Ejected Successfully”. UTILITIES Options are SECURE FORMAT. SECURE FORMAT Secure Format is a low-level format the rebuilds the SSD file system. It should only be used if the performance of the SSD is in question.
Page 82: Settings Menu
SETTINGS MENU This section describes the various secondary controls available to configure the camera. Menu options are DISPLAY, LOOK, SENSOR, PROJECT, MODES, AUDIO/VIDEO, SETUP and MAINTENANCE. DISPLAY Available options are TOOLS, ZEBRA, OVERLAY, MODES, FRAME GUIDE, AREA GUIDES, and MONITOR. TOOLS The Tools menu permits the operator to adjust the GUI elements displayed on the Viewfinder output(s) Available options are OFF, EXPOSURE, FOCUS, RAW, VIDEO, EDGE, and MAGNIFY.
Page 83 EXPOSURE This will show areas of under exposure (Purple) or over exposure (Red) on top of a monochrome image. The color is based on RAW data so over/under exposure refers to data actually close to clipping in the sensor. When selected, the icon “E√” will be displayed in the Lower Status Group. The EXPOSURE meter’s color bands provide the following information: PURPLE Minimum Exposure...
Page 84 FOCUS This will emphasize edges in the image without changing brightness/image content so it is easier to judge if the image is in focus. By adjusting your lens zoom and focus you can see which objects are coming into and falling out of focus. When selected, the icon “F √” will be displayed in the Lower Status Group.
Page 85 VIDEO VIDEO displays a multi-color color overlay that allows you to check the video level of the RGB monitor path (calibrated to the SMPTE test signal) and any outputs driven from that path - such as HD-SDI and HDMI. When selected, the icon “V √” will be displayed in the Lower Status Group. Purple represents Super-Black, Dark Blue represents Black, Teal represents 3-stops under 18% Gray, Green represents 18% Gray, Pink represents Skin Tone, Straw represents White, and Yellow, Orange and RED represent various degrees of signal clipping in RGB space.
Page 86 EDGE EDGE displays a color overlay that outlines the edges of objects in an outline mode. By adjusting your lens zoom and focus you can pinpoint focus. When selected, the icon “F √” will be displayed in the Lower Status Group. WARNING: This will potentially interfere with recordings done via HDMI/HD-SDI in "Clean"...
Page 87 NOTE: When in magnify mode, you will not be able to adjust frame rate or resolution. These options will be Grayed out. ZEBRA Zebras enable and adjust the upper and lower values for two independent Zebra indicators. One zebra may be used for highlight exposure, and the other for mid tone or shadows. Zebras will be visible when in 1:1 zoom.
Page 88 ZEBRA 2 To enable, select ZEBRA 2 check box. Areas of the image exposed within these ranges will be indicated by crosshatched overlays at + 45 degrees relative to vertical. Zebra 2 is shown in the image below. High IRE Change the desired setting between 1 and 99 (default is 1).
Page 89 Check the boxes below Look Around are File Name, Time Code, and Lens Info. When selected will be displayed on the main screen. By default, all three are shown. Transparency The transparency setting for AF Zones, AE Zone, Faces, Center, Grid and Look Around may be adjusted.
Page 90 Look Around Highlights the look around area. MODES Available GUI display mode adjustments are Exposure, Shutter Mode, Aperture, and Focal Distance. EXPOSURE Selects GUI display of Shutter Exposure on Main screen as Time (1/xx sec) or Angle (Degrees). Default is Time.
Page 91 Absolute Shutter Speed is defined exclusively by the Shutter Speed setting. NOTE: When operating in Absolute mode, the shutter speed is reported in White text. Relative Shutter Speed is defined by the requested Shutter Speed divided by the ratio of the current capture fps to the Project TIME BASE fps.
Page 92 SIZE Available options are Off, Full, 4:3, 16:9, 1.85:1, 1.9:1, 2.4:1, or User. User Frame guides can be set to your own preferences through the User Settings. Available options are Aspect Ratio, Scale X/Y and Offsets X/Y. Note that the selected size will be displayed in the bottom of the Frame Guide box.
Page 93 COLOR Sets the frame guideline color to White, Gray, Teal, Purple, Yellow, Green, Blue, Red, or Black. Select the color that provides maximum color contrast with the scene you are shooting. Default is White. TRANSPARANCY Sets the frame guide transparency. Available options are 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%. AREA GUIDES Area Guides displays Title Guides and Action Guides.
Page 94 Bracket Line Style shown below. ASPECT RATIO For both Title Guide and Action Guide, available options are OFF, 16:9, 14:9, 4:3, 2.4:1, 1.85:1, and User. Default is OFF. Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC. NOVEMBER 17, 2011...
Page 95 User Title Guide and Action Guide can be set to your own preferences through User Settings. Available options are Aspect Ratio and Scale. Solid Line Style shown below. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 96 COLOR Sets Title Guide and Action Guide line color to White, Blue, Yellow, Green, Red, or Black. Select the color that provides maximum color contrast with the scene you are shooting. TRANSPARENCY Sets Title Guide and Action Guide transparency. Options are 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%. Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 97 LINE STYLE Sets Title Guide and Action Guide line style. Options are Solid, Dashed and Bracket. MONITOR Allows you to modify brightness of the LCD and EVF parameters through Brightness Control. Also allows options for the LCD touchscreen to be changed through Touch Gestures. BRIGHTNESS CONTROL Slide to the right for a brighter display;...
Page 98: Look
When selected, the right 25% of the screen can be double-tapped to start and double-tapped again to stop recording. Double-Click Left 25% to Start AF When selected, the left 25% of the screen can be double-tapped to start the Autofocus (when RED EPIC Canon EOS mount and compatible lens are installed). Sensor Flip Vertical When selected, will flip the image vertically on the sensor, not just through the monitors, this is the actual image being recorded.
Page 99 COLOR The Color sub-menu permits adjustment of SATURATION, CONTRAST, and BRIGHTNESS. SATURATION Adjusts color saturation. Range is 0.0 (monochrome) to + 2.0 (super color). Default is 1.0. 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.
Page 100 BLUE Adjusts the gain of the BLUE channel only. Range is 0.0 (no Blue) to 4.0. Default is 1.0. GREEN Adjusts the gain of the GREEN channel only. Range is 0.0 (no Green) to 4.0. Default is 1.0. FLUT The FLUT sub-menu permits adjustment of FLUT, EXPOSURE COMPENSATION and SHADOW. FLUT FLUT (Floating Point Lookup Table) adjusts mid-range tone values.
Page 101: Project
CURVE The CURVE sub-menu permits adjustment of the monitor output Color Space and Gamma curve. Available options are REDGamma2 and REDLogFilm. ENABLE USER CURVE When checked will open more options allowing you to adjust the X and Y values for Black, Toe, Center, Knee, and White of the curve.
Page 102 TIME BASE Sets the TIME BASE (fps) to be used for the project - the primary acquisition frame rate, time code count and playback & editing frame rate. Setting is displayed in the lower left corner of VIEWFINDER output(s). Available options are 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 47.96, 48.00, 50.00, and 59.94. Default is 23.98. TIME CODE Selects the TIME CODE source to be used.
Page 103: Audio/Video
TIME CODE SOURCE Available options are EXTERNAL and USER-PROVIDED. User-Provided The three numerical boxes below allow you to set hours, minutes and seconds (in that order). Use RTC Time When selected the camera uses the camera’s Real Time Clock as the timecode counter source( snapshot of the RTC.) Set Manually When selected allows the user to define a custom value as the timecode counter seed.
Page 104 AUDIO INPUT Allows you to enable / disable and adjust levels for audio inputs (CAM ANALOG). Available options for each input are ON and OFF. Default is OFF. Audio channel level inputs are displayed in the lower section of the UI. When audio is enabled and an audio jack is plugged in (detected by the camera), the circle next to CH1, CH2 etc…...
Page 105 AUDIO OUTPUT Allows adjustment of audio output levels fed to the outputs. Available options for each channel are ON and MUTE. Default is ON. AUDIO CHANNELS Allows selection of audio inputs and operational modes. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 106 INPUT Available inputs are CH 1/2 and CH 3/4. NOTE: For cameras not equipped with a PRO I/O module, options are CH 1/2. Source Available options are NONE, CAM ANALOG, PRO I/O ANALOG, PRO I/O AES A, and PRO I/O AES B. NOTE: For cameras not equipped with a PRO I/O module, options are NONE or CAM ANALOG.
Page 107 Mode Available options are UNBALANCED and BALANCED. Link Enables linkage between Channel Gain controls. Limiter Enables signal limiter circuit. Limiter enabled adds 10dB of headroom for Microphone level inputs, or 4dB for Line Level inputs. OUTPUT Link Enables linkage between Output Channel Attenuation controls. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 108 MONITOR CONTROL This sub-menu allows the monitor outputs settings to be modified. For changes to take effect, the camera MUST be restarted. This can be performed immediately by selecting APPLY AND SHUTDOWN or at a later time through the POWER menu. MODE Allows you to choose the output for the LCD/EVF, HDMI and HD-SDI monitors.
Page 109 Enter or Menu button on the Side Handle or REDmote. SMPTE BARS CHIP CHART NOTE: RED EPIC test signals are not recordable, they are provided to help align external video monitors connected via the HD-SDI or HDMI outputs. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 110: Setup
SETUP This menu permits a variety of system setup tasks to be accomplished. Options available are KEYS / SHORTCUTS, DATE / TIME, NETWORK, SERIAL, REMOTE, GPIO, and SYSTEM. KEYS / SHORTCUTS Keys / Shortcuts display the USER KEY and KEY ACTION sub-menus. These options allow selected menus or functions to be mapped to specific User Keys on the camera body and accessories.
Page 111 NOTE: Multiple keys can be programmed to the same action. Default settings by device are listed below. “Down” indicates pressing of the key. “North, South, East, West” refers to the Direction keys (Up, Down, Left, Right) on the “Side CF” refers to the Side SSD Module. Navigation Group.
Page 112 • Side Handle West Key Down Menu Right • Side Handle East Key Down Menu Left • Side Handle Center Key Down Menu Select • Side Handle Rotary Front CCW Rotary Next Value • Side Handle Rotary Jog CW Rotary Next Value •...
Page 113 • REDmote Rotary CCW Rotary Previous Value • LCD Function 1 Button Down Toggle Magnify • LCD Function 2 Button Down Exposure Check • LCD Arrow Up Button Down Brain LCD Br. Up • LCD Arrow Down Button Down Brain LCD Br. Down •...
Page 114 DATE / TIME This menu allows the user to reset the battery backed up clock of the RED EPIC camera. These values will be used to timestamp each recording as they are made to the RED MAG 1.8” SSD media.
Page 115 NAME Allows you to manually designate a unique camera NAME. Each device in the network needs to have a unique NAME (Like "CAM_A_L" or CTRL_PAD"). The name is limited to 8 characters. This is also required if only two devices are connected. The device name can be used to uniquely address a command to a specific device.
Page 116 TARGET Commands can either be sent to ALL devices, to NONE of the devices (So this device will only listen) or to a specific TARGET (Which can either be the NAME of a specific device or a whole GROUP). This allows for a lot of flexibility in bigger setups.
Page 117 practice). For simple camera-to-camera communication via UDP all devices need to be in the same sub- net. (Need the same NETMASK and GATEWAY and the first 3 parts of the IP address need to be the same. DHCP If a DHCP-server is available in the network the DHCP option can be checked and the camera will obtain the IP address, Netmask and gateway automatically from the DHCP -server.
Page 118 REDMOTE This function is used to pair the camera to a REDmote for wireless operation. For paring procedures, go to APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION > OPERATION > WIRELESS CONNECTION. SCAN FOR REDMOTES When selected, the camera will look for REDmotes that are turned on with wireless enabled. Searching will display.
Page 119 After scanning, the recognized REDmotes will be listed below. REDLINK Message If after upgrading your EPIC to v1.7.xx and upgrading your REDmote to v1.0.13, your REDmote will not wirelessly connect to your EPIC and "REDLINK upgrade required, please contact RED!" is displayed on the camera, then your EPIC and REDmote may need to be sent back to RED for evaluation/updating.
Page 120 You can also pair the attached REDmote by selecting ATTACHED REDMOTE. CURRENTLY PAIRED Displays the ID of the REDmote currently paired with the camera. UNPAIR REDMOTE When selected will un-pair the paired REDmote from the camera. MANUAL CHANNEL SELECT The Manual Channel Select option is for the wireless connection to the REDmote. You may choose the manually select the desired channel (checked) or leave as automatic (unchecked).
Page 121 Sync In Accepts an Input Sync signal to control Shutter Start timing. General Purpose In Accepts an Input Trigger signal to act as a General Purpose Input. CAMERA OUTPUT Permits the function of the SYNC OUT / GPO pin in the CNTL connector to be defined as: Sync Out Provides an Output Sync signal to act as a Shutter Start tally.
Page 122 SYNC MODE Allows the shutter timing (scan start) to be synced to an external signal. Available options are OFF, GENLOCK, SHUTTER, INTERNAL, PROXY, and SLAVE. Default is Off. OFF – Shutter start time is defined by internal camera timing. GENLOCK – Shutter start time is slaved to an external RS170A tri-level sync signal .a.k.a “Genlock”. SHUTTER –...
Page 123 SYSTEM Available options are FAN CONTROL, RECORD SPEED and STANDBY SPEED as well as BEEP SPEAKER and EVF TALLY LIGHT. FAN CONTROL Specifies cooling fan operation. Available options are AUTO and MANUAL. Manual will run the fan at the speeds specified in RECORD SPEED and STANDBY SPEED. Default setting is AUTO. Auto This setting selects VARIABLE speed fan operation in standby based on the camera core temperature.
Page 124: Maintenance
INDICATORS Beep Speaker Available options are OFF and RECORD/STOP. When RECORD/STOP is selected, an audible beep will be heard when record is started and another when record is stopped. EVF Tally Light When checked, enables the Record Tally Red LED on the front of the EVF. MAINTENANCE The maintenance menu allows the user to check system status and information, save the camera diagnostic LOG to attached media, perform a software update, calibrate the sensor, perform a camera self...
Page 125 SYSTEM INFO When selected the Viewfinder output(s) will display the camera Model, current firmware Version, installed and camera P.I.N. EPIC-M shown, EPIC-X similar. SAVE LOG Select to write camera’s .LOG file to the REDMAG 1.8” SSD. The .LOG file is a diagnostic tool that can assist RED with camera troubleshooting.
Page 126 NOTE: Log files will be stored as *.txt files in the 1.8” SSD root directory. SW UPDATE NOTE: Firmware upgrade currently uses a force upgrade procedure as outlined in APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE. IMPORTANT: After upgrading your camera firmware to v1.6.46 or higher, you CANNOT roll back the firmware to lower than 1.6.46.
Page 127 Calibration is required: • If the temperature deviates significantly from the currently used calibration it is recommended to recalibrate the sensor. • If very long exposure (~longer then 1/24 Sec) is used it is recommended to recalibrate. After Calibration with a lens cap on and ISO set to maximum the sensor should show a uniform noise profile over the whole area without any falloffs on any side.
Page 128 BLACK SHADING PROCEDURE The calibration procedures are the same for both BLACK SHADING options. The calibration procedures are the same for both Black Shading (24 FPS @ 1/48 SEC) and Black Shading (Current FPS/Exposure) options. When selected, a screen will appear asking if you wish to proceed with Black Shading calibration. Black Shading calibration procedure: 1.
Page 129 8. The camera will perform this procedure twice. 9. After Programming, CALIBRATION SUCCESSFUL will be displayed. Select OK to complete Black Shading calibration. SELF TEST When selected allows you to perform a self-test for the sensor and LCD Touchscreen. ENABLE / DISABLE SENSOR TEST PATTERN When selected enables / disables the sensor test pattern (White Screen).
Page 130 To turn off, select DISABLE SENSOR TEST PATTERN. TOUCHSCREEN When selected allows you to perform a touchscreen self-test. When the touchscreen self-test is on, you can verify all areas of the touch screen respond to touch. Simply touch each box using your finger. The touchscreen responds to the touch and the Green box turns Blue.
Page 131 To exit the Touchscreen Self-Test: • Place your finger on the touchscreen and hold it there until the main screen appears. • Press the Enter or Menu button on the Side Handle or REDmote. RESTORE SYSTEM Restore System permits ALL camera configuration and setup data to be reset to factory default values. When selected, you will be asked to confirm if you want to delete all settings and restore the factory default settings.
Page 132: Power
POWER The power menu displays the current power status of all attached power sources as well as allow you to shutdown the camera. POWER STATUS The power status is displayed for the BRAIN, SIDE HANDLE, REAR 1, REAR 2, REAR 3, and REAR 4. Below is what is displayed when the camera is connected to DC power and a REDvolt is installed into the side handle.
Page 133: Shutdown
Power OFF controls are interlocked to prevent accidental powering down of the camera. For details on the different ways to power down your RED EPIC, refer to BASIC OPERATION > POWER DOWN. 1. Enter the Secondary Menu using the touch screen, REDmote or Side Handle.
Page 134: Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware
VERIFY CURRENT CAMERA FIRMWARE With the camera ON, select SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > MAINTENANCE > SYSTEM INFO. The camera’s P.I.N. number and current firmware version will be displayed. EPIC-M shown, EPIC-X similar. Earlier firmware version shown for reference only.
Page 135 3. Using RED STATION® REDMAG 1.8", copy the "force_upgrade" folder and its contents to the top level of the REDMAG¨ 1.8" SSD directory. 4. Eject or unmount the SSD, then remove the SSD from RED STATION. 5. Ensure camera is powered down. 6.
Page 136: Multiple Cameras
Once the updated fan has been installed and the camera is powered up, the message will continue to appear. Press OK, then go to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > MAINTENANCE > REDISCOVER and perform the rediscover procedure to clear the message.. NOTE: After the firmware upgrade, it is mandatory that you re-format the REDMAG SSDs before use.
Page 137: Appendix B: Managing Digital Media
Failure to do so may result in lost data or corrupted files. Refer to REMOVE MEDIA FROM CAMERA (UNMOUNT). This procedure outlines the formatting of REDMAG 1.8” SSD media using the RED EPIC camera. Formatting the SSD media will take about 10 seconds.
Page 138: Media Capacity Remaining Status
3. To format the media select SECONDARY MENUS > MEDIA > FORMAT MEDIA. Viewfinder output(s) will display “FORMATTING”. NOTE: If when selecting FORMAT, the display indicates FORMAT FAILED, refer to MEDIA ERRORS. 4. Once formatting is completed, the Viewfinder output(s) will display “THE MAGAZINE WAS SUCCESSFULLY FORMATTED THE DIGTAL MAGAZINE IS READY FOR IMMEDIATE USE”.
Page 139: Using Redmote / Touchscreen Lcd
IMPORTANT: Unmounting the digital media takes a few seconds, protects the integrity of your recorded data and helps clips mount instantly to your workstation once in postproduction, so it’s a recommended habit to develop. If you do not un-mount the media the camera will offer a warning – your files may not be damaged, but you will have been warned! NOTE: The camera will respond to physical removal of the media without un-mounting and display ”MEDIA REMOVED PRIOR TO UNMOUNT –...
Page 140: Using Side Ssd
USING SIDE SSD 1. Press both User Keys 1 and 2 at the same time to eject REDMAG 1.8” SSD Media. 2. When media is ejected, Viewfinder output(s) will display “MEDIA EJECTED SUCCESSFULLY“. 3. Media can now be removed from the camera. COPYING MEDIA For use when media is connected directly to your computer.
Page 141: Windows
6. Select Erase. When the pop up window appears click on the Erase button. 7. When the media is erased, drag its icon to the trashcan and physically disconnect it. 8. The media will need to be formatting by the camera before use. Refer to FORMATTING MEDIA. WINDOWS 1.
Page 142: Appendix C: Charging Batteries
BATTERY PERFORMANCE When fully charged to 16.4V (+/- 0.2V), the REDVOLT battery is designed to provide approximately 30-45 minutes of operational time when powering in the RED EPIC camera (this may vary depending on installed accessories and loads). DISCHARGE PROTECTION The battery is equipped with discharge protection.
Page 143: Red Travelcharger
RED TRAVELCHARGER™ The RED Travelcharger has been designed to charge REDVOLT Li-ion batteries or equivalent. A completely discharged battery can be fully charged in approximately 90 minutes. The battery can also be partially charged, to approximately 80% capacity, in approximately 60 minutes. RED Travelcharger with REDvolt Installed OPERATION INDICATOR...
Page 144: Charging Batteries
FULL CHARGE The battery is fully charged when voltage reaches 16.4V (+/- 0.2V) in approximately 90 minutes. CHARGER TIME-OUT The charger automatically times-out after 105 minutes if battery does not reach full charge. OVERCHARGE PROTECTION Charging will automatically stop if battery voltage reaches higher than 17.0V (+/- 0.12V). CHARGING BATTERIES 1.
Page 145: Appendix D: Input / Output Connectors
APPENDIX D: INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS BRAIN FRONT MIC-1 3.5mm Audio Jack MIC-2 3.5mm Audio Jack Figure18: Brain Connectors - Front Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 146: Microphone Audio)
MIC-1, MIC-2 (MICROPHONE AUDIO) Two 3.5mm phone jacks on the front of the brain support two independent channels of balanced or unbalanced analog microphone level audio inputs. Figure 19: Microphone Input Connector SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION A (TIP) IN + Mic Input (+48V Phantom Power) B (RING) IN - Mic Input (+48V Phantom Power)
Page 147: Brain Rear
BRAIN REAR HD-SDI Headphone SYNC (Video Sync) CTRL (RS232 Control) GIG-E (Ethernet) DC IN (Power Input) HDMI Figure 20: Brain Connectors - Rear Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 148: Hd-Sdi
HD-SDI A standard size BNC connector provides a high definition video output. SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION Center HD-SDI SMPTE-292M HD-SDI Shield/Screen GROUND Camera ground HD-SDI Output The HD-SDI output provides a 720p or 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video feed at 23.98, 24.00, 25.00 or 29.97 Hz when in 1.5GHz HD-SDI mode, and 50.00 or 59.94 Hz when in 3GHz HD-SDI mode.
Page 149: Headphone
HEADPHONE A 3.5mm stereo jack provides two channels of adjustable level analog audio for monitor headphones. Figure 21: Headphone Output Connector SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION A (TIP) LEFT Left channel audio B (RING) RIGHT Right channel audio C (SLEEVE) Camera ground The camera’s four audio channels may be monitored in pairs: either 1L - 2R or 3L - 4 R or as a quad mix of 1+3L –...
Page 150: Sync (Video Sync)
SYNC (VIDEO SYNC) A 4-pin LEMO connector supports shutter synchronization input, GPI, timecode and genlock signals. The shutter Sync Input signal acts as an immediate response hardware trigger to commence a scan. This is useful for motion control and other applications where the camera is driven by a master timing device. When using SYNC as the camera shutter timing reference, fine shutter start time timing (SHUTTER PHASE) is disabled, make any timing adjustments at the external SYNC generator itself.
Page 151 For example, when GPI trigger is used as a Record Start / Stop. • Start Record: Ground - 3.3V Transition • During Record: Hold at 3.3V • Stop Record: 3.3V - Ground Transition • During Stop: Hold at Ground NOTE: A pre-fabricated SYNC interface cable is available from RED Digital Cinema. •...
Page 152: Ctrl (Rs232 Control)
CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) A 4-pin LEMO connector supports RS232 remote control for stereoscopic camera image capture, and third party metadata ingest applications. The shutter Sync Output signal acts as an immediate response hardware tally of a scan. This is useful for 3D or motion control applications where a slave camera or lighting device needs to be synchronized to a master camera.
Page 153: Gig-E (Ethernet)
GIG-E (ETHERNET) A 9-pin LEMO connector supports a Gigabit Ethernet port for remote camera setup, master / slave camera-to-camera control and external metadata ingest. Figure 24: View into Ethernet Interface connector Mating connector: FGG.0B.309.CLAD32Z SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION B1_DC + Data Pair C+ B1_DC - Data Pair C- B1_DD+...
Page 154: Dc In (Power Input)
DC IN (POWER INPUT) The 6-pin LEMO connector accepts a DC voltage between +11.5V and +17V DC. Power conditioning circuits provide protection against reverse-polarity connection, ESD, under voltage, and over current. Figure 25: View into camera DC IN Power Input connector Mating Connector: LEMO FGJ.1B.306.CWLD72Z SIGNAL...
Page 155: Hdmi Out
HDMI OUT The HDMI output supports an HDTV compatible 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video signal (with embedded audio) at 720p and 1080p resolution. The HDMI output may be specified as a PROGRAM output (clean feed video) or as a PREVIEW output (with SurroundView™...
Page 156: Side Ssd Module
SIDE SSD MODULE REAR FRONT SSD Slot VIEWFINDER (LCD/EVF) Figure 26: Side SSD Module An optional Side SSD Module may be mounted on the left side of the camera Brain. On the rear face of this module is a slot for inserting REDMAG 1.8”SSD media. Do not attempt to insert any other media type, or any foreign objects into this slot, or damage to the Side SSD Module and / or the camera Brain may occur.
Page 157: Redmote
REDMOTE This section describes the physical connectors on the REDmote. Mini USB Camera Interface Figure 27: REDmote Connections The Mini USB connector (A) may be used to charge the REDmote from a 3 party USB power source. The REDmote interface connector (B) allows communication between the REDmote and EPIC Brain or any expansion module when installed.
Page 158: Appendix E: Redmote Operation
APPENDIX E: REDMOTE OPERATION CONTROL, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAY This section describes powering of the REDmote, physical controls, connectors and displays. CONTROLS This section describes the physical controls on the REDmote. Figure 28: REDmote Controls Still/Motion Switch User Function Keys A-D Soft Menu Buttons 4-8 Release Button - L MENU Button...
Page 159 camera settings and defaults become movie specific. When the toggle switch is set to the STILLS position, the camera settings and defaults become still photography specific. LEDS UPPER The upper LED is used to signal power and record status. • Red - Startup / Recording.
Page 160 NAVIGATION GROUP The Navigation Group (I) allows navigation through allowing navigation of camera menus and adjustment of selected parameters. Figure 29: Side Handle Navigation Group Scroll Wheel Directional Pad Enter Button The Navigation Group has three (3) separate operational capabilities. SCROLL WHEEL The Scroll Wheel (A) allows the operator to select and adjust the values of selected camera parameters.
Page 161: Operation
SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8 To the right of the LCD are five (5) Soft Menu buttons 4-8 (H). These are pages displaying camera settings. For complete information refer to OPERATION > REDMOTE MENUS > SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8. POWER / LOCK SWITCH Below the ambient light sensor is the Power / Lock switch (T).
Page 162 1 CONNECT Used when wireless function is used. Pressing Soft Menu Button 1 Connect will display a list of cached cameras and RESCAN. When the RESCAN is displayed, press the ENTER button to search for paired cameras. If previously connected you will get a list of paired cameras. The REDmote will ping for cameras it has been paired to.
Page 163 Select the desired camera to connect to for wireless operation and press the Enter button. The REDmote will connect to the selected paired camera. 2 REMOTE When selected will toggle between REMOTE and LOCAL (in Red text). Remote Allows you to control the camera settings, however to see these settings you must be able to see the LCD or external monitors.
Page 164 Local Allows you to control the camera setting directly on the REDmote as opposed to having to see the setting on the LCD or external monitors to adjust. As the settings are changed, they will be reflected on the camera LCD and external monitors, however the menus will not open on the camera as changes are made.
Page 165 4. Use the directional arrows on the Navigational Control to move the Red cursor to the desired location to place the parameter. 5. Press Soft Menu Button 3 Setup. The Setup window will appear on screen. 6. Select “Setup Slot”. 7.
Page 166 3 SETUP When selected will give you the option to turn the Wireless connection ON or OFF or open the Setup System menu screen. Available options are REDmote LCD screen brightness, REDmote confirmation tone volume and Auto Shutdown time. Below those options is the MAC address for the REDmote and setting parameters of the REDmote. In particular ”F:”...
Page 167: Charging / Battery Life
CHARGING / BATTERY LIFE INDICATORS CHARGE STATUS Charge status is shown by a “Battery” indicator at the lower Right corner of the screen. When battery charge is good, indicator is Green. When battery charge is marginal, indicator will be Yellow. When battery charge is low, the indicator turns Red.
Page 168: Connecting / Removing
CHARGING CHARGE TIME A fully discharged REDmote battery will be fully charged in approximately 7 hours. USING CAMERA While connected to the camera, the REDmote will automatically recharge its internal battery. Charge status is indicated by the Green Battery Icon at the top-right of the REDmote LCD display screen. A fully discharged REDmote battery will be re-charged in approximately 8 hours if connected to a powered camera.
Page 169 PHYSICAL CONNECTING (DOCKING) 1. Place the female V-Mount of the REDmote over the male V-Mount of the camera/module. 2. Press down until a click is heard which indicated the REDmote is securely attached. 3. The REDmote will confirm by displaying “DOCKED” momentarily (if REDmote is ON when docked). NOTE: If the camera is ON and the REDmote is OFF, the REDmote will automatically power UP when connected.
Page 170: Wireless Connection
REMOVING (UNDOCKING) 1. Depress the two (2) release buttons located on the sides of the REDmote. 2. Slide the REDmote upward to release from the V-Mount of the camera/module. 3. Remove the REDmote. 4. If the REDmote is on when undocked, “Reconnecting” will be displayed and the Green LED will flash.
Page 171 3. On REDmote, press Soft Menu Button 3 under SETUP. 4. Ensure Wireless is On (REDmote will display the option “Turn Wireless Off”). If “Turn Wireless On” is displayed, select it and press the Enter button. In addition, if Wireless is Off, REDLINK OFF will be displayed.
Page 172 7. Under “SCAN FOR REDMOTES” there is a drop down menu. Locate the device with the same 16- digit number as displayed on the REDmote Setup System screen. 8. You can also pair the attached REDmote by selecting ATTACHED REDMOTE. 9.
Page 173 CONNECT REDMOTE TO A PAIRED CAMERA The REDmote is not aware of which cameras are paired with it (when you search for cameras to connect to it will ask the camera if it is paired or not so it only displays paired cameras in the connection list). 1.
Page 174 4. The REDmote will connect to the camera and display the cameras current settings and status. The wireless connection will be shown in the lower Right corner of the REDmote screen. 5. The camera LCD or external monitors will confirm the REDmote is connected by displaying RM in Green with a signal symbol next to it.
Page 175 If no camera is found, REDmote will go into IDLE mode and display “Camera: RESCAN…” When the camera is turned back on, the REDmote will not automatically pair (if the REDmote is left powered up or is powered up before the camera). 1.
Page 176: Power Up / Down
3. Select the desired camera and press the Enter button. The REDmote will display “Connecting”. 4. The REDmote will connect to the camera and display the cameras current settings and status. The wireless connection will be shown in the lower Right corner of the REDmote screen. POWER UP / DOWN Located on the upper right side of the REDmote is the Power / Lock Switch (refer to CONTROLS).
Page 177: Accessing Camera Controls / Settings
POWER DOWN USING CAMERA When the REDmote is connected to the camera and the camera is powered down, the REDmote will also power down. When disconnected from the camera, the REDmote will not power down with the camera. USING REDMOTE 1.
Page 178: Recording
CHANGING CAMERA SETTINGS USING CAMERA LCD / EXTERNAL MONITOR AS REFERENCE To adjust a parameter value displayed on the camera’s Upper Status Group, first note the red colored bar (located under 24fps in this example), indicating the currently active parameter for instant adjustment.
Page 179: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UPGRADING REDMOTE FIRMWARE The REDmote Update program allows you to upgrade the firmware on your REDmote. NOTE: Once firmware is upgraded (on REDmote or camera) the REDmote must be paired to the camera again. IMPORTANT: After upgrading your REDmote firmware to v1.0.13, you CANNOT roll back the firmware to lower than v771.
Page 180 4. Change Configure IPv4 setting to “Manually” (as shown). 5. In the IP Address field, enter 192.168.0.1 (as shown). 6. The Status should change to “Connected” after changes. 7. Click “Apply’ at the bottom of the Network window. 8. Proceed to UPGRADING REDMOTE FIRMWARE. UPDATING REDMOTE FIRMWARE The following information will guide you through proper updating of your REDmote firmware.
Page 181 7. Click Connect. When REDmote has been established, “Connection to REDMOTE has been achieved” will be displayed. 8. Click "Select File" and navigate to the redmote.1.bin file located in the REDmote_firmware_vXXX folder. 9. Select "Start upgrade". 10. File transfer status will be displayed as a Blue bar. Version 1.7.10 NOVEMBER 17, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 182 11. “Updating Firmware” will be displayed with a Green status bar showing upgrade progress. REDmote will also display UPGRADE during this process. 12. Once the File Transfer Status is completed, the REDmote Software Wizard will display “Please Wait and Don’t Unplug – Firmware Upgrade is in Progress on REDmote”. 13.
Page 183: Operating Multiple Cameras Using A Single Redmote
17. REDmote upgrade is complete. You can now reconnect to the camera. NOTE: Pairing of the REDmote may not be necessary after upgrading the REDmote firmware, however after upgrading the camera firmware, you must pair the REDmote again. OPERATING MULTIPLE CAMERAS USING A SINGLE REDMOTE To operate multiple cameras using a single REDmote, first the REDmote must be paired to multiple cameras.
Page 184: Appendix F: 3D Setup / Operation
APPENDIX F: 3D SETUP / OPERATION OVERVIEW The following information outlines basic procedures to connect two (2) RED EPIC cameras together in a Master / Slave configuration for 3D operation, operation of cameras in Master / Slave configuration and clip naming conventions for clips recorded on those cameras. The MASTER camera will control only the METADAT parameters of both cameras.
Page 185: Slave Camera
3. Give the camera a unique IP address. 4. Go to SLAVE CAMERA. SLAVE CAMERA Perform the following steps on the Slave camera: 1. Go to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > SETUP > COMMUNICATION > NAME and give the camera a unique NAME (CAM B, RIGHT, etc…). 2.
Page 186: Clip Naming Conventions
3. Give the Slave camera a unique IP address different from the Master. CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS REEL NO. / SLATE (CAMERA ID) / CAMERA POSITION Before shooting in Master / Slave or Master / Master configuration for a Stereo / 3D production, make sure the Camera Slate (Reel No.
Page 187: Connecting Cameras
Master: A001_L001_******.R3D Slave: A001_R001_******.R3D If Master and Slave are both accidentally set to CENTER and both Cam IDs are different (Master = A / Slave = B), the first clip recorded is: IMPORTANT: This position is NOT recommended when recording in Master / Slave configuration. Master: A001_C001_******.R3D Slave: B001_C001_******.R3D If Master and Slave cameras are both accidentally set to CENTER and still share the same CAM ID, the...
Page 188: Operation
2. Power down both cameras, then power back up. When properly connected, LAN will illuminate Green on the UI. 3. Connect a SYNC cable P/N 790-0154 to each camera and connect as desired to your 3 party device. • Yellow connector is for Timecode. •...
Page 189: Appendix G: Exposure
NOTE: The following section uses a RED ONE camera display to illustrate exposure tools; however, the same principles apply to EPIC camera systems. RED EPIC provides several advanced exposure indication tools. In the following examples, we will show how these tools respond to a reference scene that is under-exposed, over-exposed and then correctly exposed.
Page 190 ISO 800 - False Color: Exposure Select False Color – Exposure: note the √ E icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to visualize where in the image underexposure is taking place. These areas are indicated in purple. It is clear those areas are under the matchbox and coin, and between the bottle and cigar holder.
Page 191: Overexposure (~ 2 Stops)
Select False Color – Video: note the √ V icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to check the RGB video levels of the scene. As the peak white chips on the test chart are showing up in green and the underexpose areas are showing up in dark blue, this says the monitor path video levels are only ranging between 44 IRE and 1 IRE.
Page 192 ISO 800 - False Color: Exposure Select False Color – Exposure: note the √ E icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to visualize where in the image over exposure is taking place. These areas are indicated in red. It is clear those areas are on the highlight on coin, and at the top right edge of the color chip test chart.
Page 193 ISO 800 - False Color: Video Select False Color – Video: note the √ V icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to check the RGB video levels of the scene. As all the white chips on the test chart are Yellow, this suggests that a significant portion of the monitor path video is at the maximum legal 100 IRE value.
Page 194: Appropriate Exposure
APPROPRIATE EXPOSURE ISO 800 - Monitor Output In this image, the camera is appropriately exposed for this scene. The monitor is neither very dark nor very bright and the histogram is spread evenly given that there are bright highlights on the coin we wish not to blow out.
Page 195 ISO 800 - False Color: Exposure Select False Color – Exposure: note the √ E icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to visualize where there is under exposure (purple) or over exposure (red) in the image. In this case, there is a very small area of purple under the cracker box, and just a suggestion of red on the highlight on the coin, which suggested that the sensor is appropriately exposed for this scene.
Page 196 ISO 800 - False Color: Video Select False Color – Video: note the √ V icon in the GUI when active. This mode allows us to check the RGB video levels of the scene. The two green squares in the upper right corner of the color chart and green in the background indicate that the scene’s mid grey and skin tone elements, plus peak white and blacks are all at appropriate levels.
Page 197: Adjusting The Iso Rating
ADJUSTING THE ISO RATING In the following two examples, the image exposed at ISO 800 rating have had the ISO rating adjusted first to ISO 6400 and then to ISO 100. NOTE: Although the image and Histogram both adjust to changes in the ISO rating, the sensor RAW meters do not change –...
Page 198 ISO 100 - No Exposure Adjustment In these extreme examples, it is clear that the RGB domain images are respectively very bright and very dark. The histogram data reflects that, however you can also see that the sensor RAW meters are unchanged.
Page 199: Appendix H: Post Production
The RED EPIC camera records RAW sensor data using wavelet based REDCODE RAW compression to REDMAG 1.8” SSD. The compressed RAW data is then transferred from the digital media to a Macintosh OSX or Windows XP workstation running REDCINE-X PRO post production software.
Page 200: Redcine-X® Pro
2K resolution 10-bit DPX or 16-bit TIFF files. REDCINE-X PRO can also render clips into standalone QuickTime movies using specific HD video codecs. As RED EPIC shoots progressive scan images, all QuickTime movies created by REDCINE-X PRO are also progressive scan.
Page 201: Appendix I: Maintenance
APPENDIX I: MAINTENANCE WARNING: DO NOT attempt to modify, dismantle or open your 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, will void the Limited Warranty.
Page 202: Redmote Screen
REDMOTE SCREEN Use Pancro Professional Lens Cleaner (P/N PANCROCLN) and Photographic Solutions Pac Pads (P/N 05011) or equivalent to clean the screen on Touchscreen and Non-Touchscreen LCDs. LENSES Use Pancro Professional Lens Cleaner (P/N PANCROCLN) and Photographic Solutions Pac Pads (P/N 05011) or equivalent to clean the viewfinder lens.
Page 203 B. Install RED Focus onto the camera in the position shown. C. Ensure RED Focus is secured to the camera with the camera lock ring. RED Focus Properly Installed on RED EPIC Camera 4. Power up the camera. 5. Power up RED Focus. Refer to POWER UP / DOWN.
Page 204 9. The back focus adjustment mechanism is self-locking, and does not require a supplementary locking screw. 10. Install the screw-in plug in the back focus adjustment opening using a T-10 Torx driver. 11. This completes the RED EPIC back focus adjustment. Version 1.7.10 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 205: Appendix J: Troubleshooting
APPENDIX J: TROUBLESHOOTING NO MEDIA ATTACHED Displayed if media is not present or not formatted when pressing the record button. Connect media to camera if necessary. If media is already connected, format media and attempt to record again. Refer to APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA for detailed information.
Page 206: Camera Cannot Be Paired To Redmote
CAMERA CANNOT BE PAIRED TO REDMOTE • Ensure REDmote display indicates IDLE before attempting to pair the camera to the REDmote. • Ensure the REDmote is detached from the rear of the camera body and powered on. • Ensure the REDmote wireless in turned on. •...
Page 207: Appendix K: Technical Data
APPENDIX K: TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SENSOR 14 MEGAPIXEL MYSTERIUM X PIXEL ARRAY 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) S/N RATIO 66db DYNAMIC RANGE 13.5 stops, up to 18 stops with HDRx MAX IMAGE AREA 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) LENS COVERAGE 27.7mm (h) x 14.6mm (v) x 31.4 mm (d) Equivalent to S35mm (Motion) / APS-H (Still) lenses DEPTH OF FIELD...

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Before You Start

Theory of Operation

Camera Operational Controls

Basic Operation

First Time Use - Setting up Your Red Epic

1 Attach Power Source

2 Power up

3 Preparing to Record

4 Recording

5 Playback

Menu Controls

Main Menu

Secondary Menus

Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware

Appendix B: Managing Digital Media

Appendix C: Charging Batteries

Appendix D: Input / Output Connectors

Appendix E: Redmote Operation

Appendix F: 3D Setup / Operation

Appendix G: Exposure

Iso

Appendix H: Post Production

Appendix I: Maintenance

Appendix J: Troubleshooting

Appendix K: Technical Data

Appendix L: Resolution Chart

Appendix M: Menu Maps

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