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Page 3: Table Of Contents
BEFORE YOU START ....7 FIRST TIME USE – SETTING Export / Import Preset ..75 Important Safety UP YOUR RED EPIC ....44 Delete Preset ....... 77 Instructions ........ 7 1. Attach Power Source ... 44 Media Menu ......78 THEORY OF OPERATION ...
Page 4 APPENDIX M: MENU MAPS ..230 Charging / Battery Life ..175 Software Tools ....... 217 Connecting / Removing ..177 REDCINE-X® PRO .... 218 RED EPIC® Operation Guide EPIC-M / EPIC-X Version 2.0.5R1 December 20, 2011 Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
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® M / X 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 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 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 o LED Yellow = Finalizing •...
Page 22 • 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. • User Key 1 + User Key 2 : Press both keys to Eject (unmount) REDMAG 1.8” SSD Media •...
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 2.0.5R1 ©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 2.0.5R1 DECEMBER 20, 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. F STOP ISO RATING SHUTTER SPEED...
Page 37 • • Frame Guide: Record or Projection area Genlock: Indicates presence of valid Genlock signal / sensor sync to genlock • Next Clip Filename: Filename of the clip that • Jam Sync: Timecode Jam Sync status / time will be shot next code jam •...
Page 38 The GUI is broken down into the following three main sections: the Upper Status Row, the Live Action Area, and the Lower Status Row. On VIEWFINDER output(s), all three sections are visible, on PREVIEW outputs only the Live Action Area and associated graphic overlays are visible. On PROGRAM outputs, none of the graphic overlays are visible, i.e.
Page 39 LIVE ACTION AREA Contains the recorded image area plus Surround View™ look around area, plus overlays for Frame Guide, Safe Action / Safe Title and the current Clip Name and Timecode values. Each overlay may be color coded in one of 5 colors to maximize the contrast between the guide(s) and scene being captured. LOWER STATUS ROW The Lower Status Row provides feedback on key systems level camera values, including: •...
Page 40 • GEN Green - A genlock signal compatible with the current project and monitor rates has been locked SYNC • SYNC Gray - The sensor sync mode is not Genlock. • SYNC Red - The sensor sync mode is Genlock, but it is not locked to any genlock signal. •...
Page 41: Side Handle
RAW NOISE LEVEL BAR The RAW noise level bar displays the amount of pixels in the image that are in noise. For example, if the bar is about 1/8 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 displaying noise when pushed at higher ISO or FLUT values in postproduction.
Page 42: Redmote
REDMOTE The display elements include: • Camera ID: Displays camera ID (DEFAULT • Project Frame Rate: Current project TIME shown) BASE • • Wireless Status: Displays signal strength Clip Meter: RGB sensor RAW clipping status when connected wirelessly • HDR Mode: Displays HDRx mode status •...
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
• To exit the Playback function, touch the circle. 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 SHADING 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 is available on RED EPIC. Playback is accessed by going to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > PLAYBACK or by touching the Playback arrow icon in the upper Left corner of the GUI.
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, F-STOP, SHUTTER SPEED and WHITE BALANCE on the MAIN MENU have advanced settings and 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. REDmote will also display this message. 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 41.708 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 1.000 to 360.000 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 WS 4K HD 2K WS Current RED EPIC resolutions listed below with their respective size (in pixels). For a visual reference, see APPENDIX L: RESOLUTION CHART. RESOLUTION X (WIDTH) Y (HEIGHT) 2K WS 2048...
Page 66: Redcode Options For Various Frame Rates
REDCODE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RATES Min. frame rate is 1s per frame; max. frame rate is a function of REDCODE setting and record resolution: Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 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 The Focus Menu is used to enable and select Focus parameters including MODE and ZONES. MODE MANUAL FOCUS To adjust the MODE parameter, select the Menu box and use the UP / DOWN arrows to adjust.
Page 69 AUTO FOCUS NOTE: The following menus will ONLY appear if a RED EPIC Canon EOS Mount is installed with a Canon lens attached. With a RED EPIC Canon EOS Mount installed and a Canon EF Lens attached, available options become MANUAL, CONFIRM, SINGLE, CONTINUOUS, TOUCH TRACK, and RACK.
Page 70 NOTE: Edge Mode can be used for additional assistance in these conditions. Refer to SETTINGS MENU > DISPLAY > TOOLS > EDGE. MANUAL When selected all focus operations are manual. CONFIRM Enables the Center or Spot focus square for use with manual focus. This mode provides additional focus assistance to the photographer using RED, YELLOW, and GREEN color changes to the focus spot window.
Page 71: 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 72 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 73 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 74: 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 75: Presets Menu
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. If presets are available, they will be accessible by using the arrow keys in the Preset name field. CREATE PRESET When selected allows you to create your own preset and decide which information will be stored with that preset.
Page 76 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 77: Export / Import Preset
When successfully completed, “Preset Applied Successfully” will appear. REDmote will also display this message. 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 78 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). You will then be asked if you want to apply the imported preset. If No is selected, the preset will be imported and listed in the available Camera Presets.
Page 79: 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 80: 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 81: 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 82: Eject 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 When selected, formats the media and adds the selected properties.
Page 83: Utilities
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. NOTE: If clips are present on the media, you will be informed of how many clips will be erased when you secure format the media.
Page 84: 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, MAINTENANCE, and PLAYBACK. DISPLAY Available options are TOOLS, ZEBRA, OVERLAY, MODES, FRAME GUIDE, AREA GUIDES, and MONITOR.
Page 85 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 86 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 87 ORANGE Super White (IRE 105-107) Super White (IRE 108-109) At all other values, the monochrome image displayed represents the luminance value of the ISO adjusted image. 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.
Page 88 MAGNIFY Magnify displays the central region of the sensor in 1:1 pixel resolution. When enabled, the 1:1 text in the Lower Status Group will change to Green. If in Magnify mode, when the Record button is pressed, the system will automatically exit this mode. When using a touchscreen you can also perform this function by pinching your fingers together and apart.
Page 89 RAW displays the image without any ISO correction. When selected, OFF will be highlighted in the Lower Status Group. 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 90 ZEBRA 1 To enable, select ZEBRA 1 check box. Areas of the image exposed within these ranges will be indicated by crosshatched overlays at - 45 degrees relative to vertical. Zebra 1 is shown in the image below. High IRE Change the desired setting between 93 and 109 (default is 108).
Page 91 Low IRE Change the desired setting between 0 and 84 (default is 48). OVERLAY Allows you to enable and color code graphic overlays visible the on the Viewfinder and Preview outputs. SHOW Check the box adjacent to each overlay type to show. Overlays available are AF Zones, Center and Grid. Look Around is always enabled.
Page 92 Grid The Grid display is shown below. The grid may be used as a “rule of thirds” indicator. Look Around Highlights the look around area. Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 93 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. Angle is shown below. SHUTTER Enables one of two shutter timing (duration) modes: Absolute or Relative. Default selection is Absolute. Absolute Shutter Speed is defined exclusively by the Shutter Speed setting.
Page 94 APERTURE Selects GUI display of f/stop as 1/4 f Stop or 1/3 f Stop. Default is 1/3. FOCAL DISTANCE Allows you to set the Lens Info to display in Metric or Imperial measurements. Default is Imperial. FRAME GUIDE This sub-menu provides a selection of frame guides and safe action and safe title guides. User definable safe action and safe title guides may be saved as a USER PREFERENCE, thereby permitting the camera guides to be fully customized for any application.
Page 95 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. COLOR Sets the frame guideline color to White, Gray, Teal, Purple, Yellow, Green, Blue, Red, or Black.
Page 96 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. User Title Guide and Action Guide can be set to your own preferences through User Settings. Available options are Aspect Ratio and Scale.
Page 97 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%. LINE STYLE Sets Title Guide and Action Guide line style.
Page 98: Look
Double-Click Right 25% to Record 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 Auto focus (when RED EPIC Canon EOS mount and compatible lens are installed).
Page 99 BRIGHTNESS Adjusts brightness without crushing highlights. Available range is – 10.0 to +10.0. Default is 0.0. GAIN The GAIN sub-menu permits adjustment of RED GAIN, BLUE GAIN and GREEN GAIN. Adjusts the gain of the RED channel only. Range is 0.0 (no Red) to 10.0. Default is 1.0. BLUE Adjusts the gain of the BLUE channel only.
Page 100 FLUT FLUT (Floating Point Lookup Table) adjusts mid-range tone values. Range -8.0 to +8.0. Default is 0.0. EXPOSURE Adjusts exposure compensation. Available exposure range is –7.0 to +7.0. Default is 0.0. SHADOW Shadow adjusts the toe value of the FLUT or in other words, the tone near Black. Range is -2.0 to +2.0. Default is 0.0.
Page 101: Project
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. PROJECT The project menu sets the operating parameters the camera will use for a given project. Options available are TIME BASE and TIME CODE.
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 cameras 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 2.0.5R1 DECEMBER 20, 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 2.0.5R1 DECEMBER 20, 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. MODE Allows you to choose the output for the LCD/EVF, HDMI and HD-SDI monitors. LCD/EVF Options are MENUS, PREVIEW, CLEAN, OVERLAY, 3D LEFT, and 3D RIGHT. If anything other than MENUS is selected on the LCD (such as CLEAN), to return to displaying the MENUS, perform a double-tap on the LCD screen.
Page 109 NOTE: Some HDMI monitors may have trouble when "AUTO" is selected. In these cases, it is recommended to manually select the maximum monitor resolution provided. HD-SDI Options are OFF, MENUS, PREVIEW, CLEAN, OVERLAY, 3D LEFT, and 3D RIGHT. Allows you to choose the output resolution for HD-SDI monitors. Available options are AUTO, 720p and 1080p.
Page 110 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 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 111: 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 112 USER KEY Use this menu to select and program the camera user keys (buttons). NOTE: To reset keys to default settings, go to RESTORE. A reboot of the camera is necessary to restore defaults. NOTE: Multiple keys can be programmed to the same action. Default settings by device are listed below.
Page 113 • Side Handle Tele Level -2 Zoom Out Speed 2 • Side Handle Tele Level -3 Zoom Out Speed 3 • Side Handle Tele Level -4 Zoom Out Speed 4 • Side Handle Tele Level 0 Zoom Stop • Side Handle Backlight Key Down Toggle SH Backlight •...
Page 114 • REDmote Tele Level 0 Zoom Stop • REDmote Menu Key Down Menu Toggle • REDmote North Key Down Menu Up • REDmote South Key Down Menu Down • REDmote East Key Down Menu Right • REDmote West Key Down Menu Left •...
Page 115 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 116 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 117 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 118 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 119 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 120 After scanning, the recognized REDmote MAC address will be listed in the drop down menu. PAIR REDMOTE Select the REDmote from the drop-down and select PAIR REDMOTE to pair the REDmote to the camera. You can also pair the attached REDmote by selecting ATTACHED REDMOTE. Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 121 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 122 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. General Purpose Out Provides an Output Tally to act as a General Purpose Output tally signal.
Page 123 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 124 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 125: 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...
Page 126 SYSTEM STATUS When selected the Viewfinder output(s) will display the System Status screen. This screen provides a summary of all operational settings currently applied to the camera. SYSTEM INFO When selected the Viewfinder output(s) will display the camera Model, current firmware Version, installed and camera P.I.N.
Page 127 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. Update SW initiates a camera software (firmware) update. If a software update is on the attached media, you will be given the option to upgrade the camera (earlier firmware version shown for reference ONLY).
Page 128 • 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. You can check at which temperature/exposure time the currently used calibration was taken on under SETTINGS >...
Page 129 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. REDmote will also display the following messages. Black Shading calibration procedure: 1.
Page 130 5. Once Capturing is complete, a status screen will show progress of the Analyzing step. 6. Once Analyzing is complete, a status screen will show progress of the Erasing step. 7. Once Erasing is complete, a status screen will show progress of the Programming step. 8.
Page 131 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). To turn on, select ENABLE SENSOR TEST PATTERN.
Page 132 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 133 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 134: Playback
PLAYBACK Playback allows you to view clips on media currently attached to the camera. It also allows you to change the look of the playback clips be changing settings available when in playback mode. NOTE: SCARLET-X™ menus shown, EPIC menus similar. UPPER CONTROLS From Left to Right are ISO, WHITE BALANCE, VIEW, PRESETS, MEDIA, SEETINGS, and META.
Page 135 WHITE BALANCE Allows you to change the White Balance in the clip during playback. Advanced Menu Opens the advanced White Balance settings without the ability to Calculate. VIEW Allows you to select the items to be displayed in the playback window. Available options are Center, File Name, Time Code, Frame Guide, Action Guide, and Title Guide.
Page 136 PRESETS Allows you to apply presets to the clip during playback. MEDIA When selected will list all available clips on the attached media. Touchscreen 1. Double-Tap the desired clip to open in the playback window. 2. Load will also highlight. You can also select LOAD to load the clip in the player and allow playback. Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 137 Side Handle / REDmote 1. Select the desired clip to playback and press the ENTER button. 2. Load will highlight. Select LOAD to load the clip in the player and allow playback. SETTINGS Available options are DISPLAY, LOOK and RECORD. Display Available options under Display are TOOLS and ZEBRA.
Page 138 Tools Allows you to toggle ON/OFF Exposure, Focus, Video, Edge, and RAW. Refer to SETTINGS MENU > DISPLAY > TOOLS for complete details about these options. Zebra Allows you to toggle ON/OFF Zebras. Refer to SETTINGS MENU > DISPLAY > ZEBRA for complete details about these options.
Page 139 Record (Exit) When selected will exit playback to the main menu. META Displays current clip META information. CLIP PLAYBACK STATUS BAR Displays the progress of the clip during playback. Touchscreen When using the touchscreen you can swipe your finger Left or Right to open and allow playback of the previous or next clip on the media.
Page 140 Side Handle / REDmote When using the Side Handle or REDmote you can use the navigation group to highlight the clip playback status bar. The navigation group will also allow you to perform the following actions to the clip: Scroll Wheel Directional Pad Enter Button •...
Page 141 HISTOGRAM Displays the clip histogram. The histogram will change based on any changes made in the Upper Controls. When using the touchscreen, touch the histogram to display the TOOLS menu. PLAYBACK SPEED Allows you to select x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16 playback speed. IN / OUT POINT MARKER Allows you to set In and Out Points during clip playback.
Page 142 FRAME-BY-FRAME REVERSE / FORWARD Allows you to move through the clip frame-by-frame in the reverse direction. PLAY / PAUSE Allows you to play and pause the clip. PLAY ONCE / LOOP Allows you to choose to play the clip one time or to loop the clip in the player. Loop is shown below. PLAYBACK DIRECTION Allows you to play the clip forward or backwards.
Page 143: Power
POWER The power menu displays the current power status of all attached power sources as well as allows 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 144: 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 145: Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware
APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE RED EPIC camera functionality may be upgraded by installing the latest firmware. Camera firmware is identified by Version and SVN number, which will be displayed by the camera on the LCD display when SYSTEM INFO is selected. A higher number reflects a later release.
Page 146 6. Remove Side Handle and/or REDmote if installed on the camera. 7. Connect an AC power adapter to the camera. IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE BATTERIES TO POWER CAMERA DURING THIS PROCEDURE. 8. Insert the SSD into your EPIC and power up. Force upgrade will automatically run on power up only and will not display anything on the external monitors.
Page 147: 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 148: 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 149: Media Capacity Remaining Status
3. To format the media select SECONDARY MENUS > MEDIA > FORMAT MEDIA. 4. You will be prompted to set the media and select FORMAT. Viewfinder output(s) will display “FORMATTING”. NOTE: If when selecting FORMAT, the display indicates FORMAT FAILED, refer to MEDIA ERRORS.
Page 150: Eject Media From Camera (Unmount)
At 10%, remaining capacity the media status will turn yellow, at 5% it will turn red. At 2%, remaining the camera will cease recording. This reserves a small amount of capacity for ancillary data to be written to the media. NOTE: When media is full, the Side SSD LED will flash Red.
Page 151: Using Side Handle
USING SIDE HANDLE 1. By default, the lower of the three (3) SYSTEM KEYS is set to Eject Media when pressed. 2. When media is ejected, Viewfinder output(s) will display “MEDIA EJECTED SUCCESSFULLY“. 3. Media can now be removed from the camera. USING SIDE SSD 1.
Page 152: Windows
2. Open the Disk Utility. 3. Carefully choose the drive from the list on the left. 4. Select the Erase tab. 5. Choose MS-DOS (FAT) as the Volume Format. You can add a Name if desired, however the camera will overwrite this. IMPORTANT: Before performing the next step, double-check that this is the correct SSD that you wish to erase DATA FROM.
Page 153: 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 154: 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 155: 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 156: Appendix D: Input / Output Connectors
APPENDIX D: INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS BRAIN FRONT Shown with PL Mount installed. MIC-1 3.5mm Audio Jack MIC-2 3.5mm Audio Jack Figure18: Brain Connectors - Front Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 157: 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 158: 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 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 159: 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 160: 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 161: 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.
Page 162 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 163: 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 164: 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 165: 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 166: Hdmi Out
HDMI OUT The HDMI output supports an HDTV compatible 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video signals (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 167: 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 168: 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 169: 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 170 the 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. •...
Page 171 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 172: 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 173 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. When a paired camera or cameras is/are found, the available cameras will be displayed on the screen (DEFAULT in this case).
Page 174 Select CANCEL to cancel out of the menu if you choose not to connect. Disconnect To stop communicating wirelessly with the camera, select Soft Menu Button 1 Connect, the select DISCONNECT. 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 175 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 176 6. Select “Setup Slot”. 7. A new Setup window will appear displaying available parameters to display. 8. Select the desired parameter and press the Enter button. 9. You may now control this parameter directly from the REDmote. 3 SETUP When selected will give you the option to turn the WIreless connection ON or OFF or open the Setup System menu screen.
Page 177: Charging / Battery Life
SOFT MENU BUTTONS 4-8 To the right of the LCD are five (5) Soft Menu buttons 4-8 (H). These are pages of information showing camera settings and parameters. The available parameters can be customized. Refer to SOFT MENU BUTTONS 1-3 > 2 REMOTE. Page 1 (button 4) Page 2 (button 5) Page 3 (button 6)
Page 178 BATTERY LIFE When using the REDmote in wireless configuration, the battery will last approximately 8 hours before charging is necessary. NOTE: When not using the REDmote, for maximum battery storage life, use the Power / Lock Switch to power down the REDmote completely by pressing down in the power off position and using the displayed menu to shut down the REDmote and/or the REDmote and camera.
Page 179: Connecting / Removing
CONNECTING / REMOVING This section describes how to physically connect / remove the REDmote to / from an EPIC or EPIC Brain or to / from the back on an expansion module. On the lower left and right sides of the REDmote are V- lock release buttons (B, M) that must be depressed to release the REDmote from the camera or module.
Page 180: 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 181 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 182 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 183 2. REDmote will display the name (DEFAULT in this case) and MAC address (in parenthesis) of the camera. This can take 20-30 seconds if RESCAN is selected, otherwise a cached list of cameras found during the last search will be displayed. NOTE: The MAC address after the name will ONLY be displayed if multiple cameras have the same name.
Page 184 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 185 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 186: 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 187 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 188: Accessing Camera Controls / Settings
greatly as there will be a slight power draw on the REDmote when shut down using this procedure. ACCESSING CAMERA CONTROLS / SETTINGS The Navigation Group is used to navigate through the camera’s menus. Refer to CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS > REDMOTE > NAVIGATION GROUP. The camera settings and status are displayed on the REDmote Color LED display.
Page 189 USING REDMOTE LCD STAND-ALONE The LOCAL function of the REDmote allows you to control the camera settings directly on the REDmote LCD as opposed to having to see the settings on the camera LCD or external monitors. For complete details refer to REDMOTE MENUS > SOFT MENU BUTTONS 1-3 > 2 REMOTE > LOCAL. REDMOTE DISPLAYS CAMERA MESSAGES AND ON-SCREEN PROMPTS When the REDmote is connected to the camera wirelessly and the camera displays a message (example: trying to record with no media attached or ejecting media), the REDmote will display the same...
Page 190: Recording
RECORDING IMPORTANT: Before recording from a REDmote ensure the camera is properly powered, set up and media is connected. Refer to BASIC OPERATION. To record, press the Red REC (record) button on the REDmote (or any of the other available record buttons).
Page 191 SETUP CONFIGURING REDMOTE CONNECTION WITH COMPUTER (MAC) The first step in upgrading REDmote firmware is to establish communication between the MAC and the REDmote. 1. Connect a USB to mini-USB cable between the computer and the USB connector on the REDmote. 2.
Page 192 NOTE: After entering the IP address as shown above you may not connect during the upgrade procedure. When you go back and check the IP address you see that it is 0.0.0.0 HOWEVER the status of the device is shown as “Connected”. If this is the case, you may need to enter the IP address a second or possibly a third time to make it stick.
Page 193 6. Double-click the REDmoteUpgradeApp. A Terminal window will open and the REDmote Software Wizard will open. 7. Click “Connect”. When REDmote has been established, “Connection to REDMOTE has been achieved” will be displayed. NOTE: If REDmote does not connect, verify that the IP address set under CONFIGURING REDMOTE CONNECTION WITH COMPUTER (MAC) has held.
Page 194 9. Select "Start upgrade". 10. File transfer status will be displayed as a Blue bar. 11. “Updating Firmware” will be displayed with a Green status bar showing upgrade progress. REDmote will also display UPGRADE during this process. Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 195 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. After a few more seconds, the REDmote Software Wizard will display “Firmware Upgrade Successfully Done”.
Page 196 17. Verify the current REDmote firmware version by selecting SETUP > SETUP SYSTEM on the REDmote. 18. 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.
Page 197 5. Select “I Agree” to the license agreement. 6. On the Choose Components screen, select Install REDmote Firmware. 7. Select “Next”. Version 2.0.5R1 DECEMBER 20, 2011 ©2011 RED.COM INC.
Page 198 8. Choose location to install the REDmote Upgrade Utility . 9. Choose the location for the shortcut. Version 2.0.5R1 ©2011 RED.COM INC. DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 199 10. The program will now install. A progress bar is displayed while installing. When complete, select Close. 11. The REDmote Upgrade Utility installation is complete. Upgrading REDmote Firmware The following information will guide you through proper upgrading of your REDmote firmware on Windows computers using the REDmote Upgrade Utility.
Page 200 NOTE: If when connecting, communication is not established quickly, close the Upgrade Utility, open it again and select Connect again. This may have to be repeated a few times until communication is established. 6. When connected, ”Connection is Established with REDmote” is displayed. 7.
Page 201 9. The selected file is shown in the window. In this case the selected file is: redmote.1.bin. 10. After selecting and verifying the correct file for upgrading the REDmote, select “Start Upgrade”. 11. During the upgrade, the REDmote Software Wizard will display “Please Do Not Unplug” as well as a status bar showing “File transfer progress.”...
Page 202 13. When upgrade is complete, the REDmote will automatically reboot and display “REBOOTING” on the screen. 14. The REDmote Software Wizard will display “Firmware Upgrade Successfully Done”. 15. Verify the current REDmote firmware version by selecting SETUP > SETUP SYSTEM on the REDmote.
Page 203: Operating Multiple Cameras Using A Single Redmote
16. Select “Disconnect” on the REDmote Upgrade Utility. 17. REDmote firmware upgrade is complete. OPERATING MULTIPLE CAMERAS USING A SINGLE REDMOTE To operate multiple cameras using a single REDmote, first the REDmote must be paired to multiple cameras. Refer to OPERATION > WIRELESS CONNECTION for pairing instructions. After pairing REDmote to the desired cameras, press Soft Menu Button 1 for CONNECT.
Page 204: 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 205: 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 206 NOTE: ****** are month xx + day xx + wildcard xx When Master is set to LEFT, Slave is set to RIGHT and both Cam IDs are A, the first clip recorded is: 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.
Page 207: Connecting Cameras
CONNECTING CAMERAS 1. While still powered up, connect both cameras together using a Master/Slave GIG-E Cable P/N 790- 0163 connected between the GIG-E connectors on the rear of the camera body. 2. Power down both cameras, then power back up. When properly connected, LAN will illuminate Green on the UI.
Page 208: Recording
Also when making changes to the Secondary menu settings, the Slave camera will not display those changes unless it effects items displayed on the main screen (example: when HDRx is enabled on the Master camera, HDR will change to HDRx on the Slave camera). RECORDING When the power/record button is pressed on the Master camera to start/stop recording, the Slave camera will also start/stop recording.
Page 209: Appendix G: Exposure - Using False Color And
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 210 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 211: 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 212 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 213 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 214: 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 215 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 216 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 217: 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 218 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 219: 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 220: 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 221: 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 222: Evf
DO NOT USE any other solvents, chemicals or third party cleaning kits because they have not been tested on RED TOUCH LCD displays and can possibly damage them. Not approved for use on RED TOUCH LCD displays: • Rubbing Alcohol •...
Page 223: Back Focus Adjustment
BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT WARNING: THERE IS A SCREW-IN METAL PLUG INSTALLED IN THE CAMERA BODY COVERING THE BACK FOCUS SCREW. THIS PLUG MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE TO PERFORMING A BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT. TO REMOVE THE PLUG, USE A T-10 TORX DRIVER. NOTE: To be able to perform this procedure as written, you must have a PL mount and RED Focus™.
Page 224 3. Install RED Focus™ to the camera PL mount. A. Remove the camera lens or sensor cover if equipped. 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 Camera 4.
Page 225 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 2.0.5R1 DECEMBER 20, 2011...
Page 226: 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 227: 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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Disclaimer

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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 - Using False Color and

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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