Page 1 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE EPIC-M & EPIC-X BUILD V4.0 RED.COM...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS EPIC DISCLAIMER CAMERA OPERATIONAL ATTACH POWER SOURCE COPYRIGHT NOTICE CONTROLS BATTERY TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER QUAD BATTERY MODULE BRAIN RED BRICK SIDE SSD MODULE COMPLIANCE DC POWER SIDE HANDLE POWER UP INDUSTRIAL CANADA PREPARING TO RECORD FRONT EMISSION COMPLIANCE CONNECT AND FORMAT MEDIA...
Page 3: V4.0, Rev-C
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DSMC CANON MOUNT + LENS APPENDIX C: INPUT / APPENDIX G: REDMOTE EXPOSURE MENU OUTPUT CONNECTORS 176 OPERATION PRESETS MENU CAMERA BRAIN FRONT CONTROL, CONNECTORS AND CAMERA PRESETS LOOKS PRESETS MIC-1, MIC-2 (MICROPHONE AUDIO) DISPLAY AUTO PRESETS CONTROLS MEDIA MENU CAMERA BRAIN REAR...
Page 4: V4.0, Rev-C
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX J: POST- SIDE HANDLE LCD APPENDIX M: BACK FOCUS ADJUSTMENT PRODUCTION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MONITORING ® REDCINE-X APPENDIX L: CAMERA BRAIN DIMENSIONS TROUBLESHOOTING APPENDIX K: FRONT VIEW NO MEDIA ATTACHED MAINTENANCE SIDE VIEW RECORDING HALTED: TOP VIEW CLEANING BOTTOM VIEW RECORD ERROR - SHUTDOWN...
Page 5: Copyright Notice
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DISCLAIMER 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
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE COMPLIANCE INDUSTRIAL CANADA EMISSION COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards RSS 139 and RSS 210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 7: Australia And New Zealand Statement
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE The device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact is minimized This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.
Page 8 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ETSI EN 301 489 General EMC requirements for radio equipment  Information Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Product Family Standards.
Page 9 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Norway This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny- Ålesund Dette gjelder ikke for det geografiske området innenfor en radius av 20 km fra sentrum av Ny-Ålesund The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway.
Page 10: Before You Start
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BEFORE YOU START Congratulations on your purchase of a RED DSMC ® Digital Still and Motion 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 https://support.red.com/home.
Page 11 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE J. DO NOT expose your camera to excessive vibration or impact (shock). Be careful not to drop your camera. Internal mechanisms may be damaged by severe shock. Mechanical alignment of optical elements may be affected by excessive vibration. K.
Page 12 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE WARNING: Danger of explosion if an incorrect battery is charged with the RED Charger or is used to power the camera and accessories. Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery. CAUTION: Refer all service and repair to qualified RED service personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, and damage to the camera or accessories, DO NOT attempt to perform any servicing other than any procedures that are recommended in the operating instructions.
Page 13: Theory Of Operation
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE THEORY OF OPERATION The RED family of Digital Still and Motion Cameras (DSMC) provide high performance digital imaging over a wide range of frame rates and optical formats including Super 35mm / APS-H. The RED DSMC camera is supplied as standard with a PL mount, and may be configured with mounts and 19 mm rods to accommodate most cinematography lenses, matte boxes and follow focus systems.
Page 14: Hdrx
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE adjustments as desired by the operator, and is then scaled and gamma corrected to provide VIEWFINDER, HD-SDI and HDMI monitor outputs at 10-bit depth in 4:2:2 YCC or 8-bit depth in 4:4:4 RGB. Frame guides and other camera data may be added as desired by the user to one or more of the outputs. NOTE: The supplied REDCINE-X®...
Page 15: Magic Motion
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE "normal" as it provides the most options. If you are tempted to shoot "over-under", you are then fully committed to using HDRx and your post-production options are reduced. NOTE: When recording in HDRx mode the camera records twice as many frames per second so the maximum frame rate or minimum REDCODE ratio, and the maximum record time on your media will be cut in half.
Page 16: Line Level Analog Inputs
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE LINE LEVEL ANALOG INPUTS The recording level of a Line input is affected only by the signal provided by the field production sound mixer or other external line level source. The sound mixer operator should choose a mixer output level that aligns a reference tone signal to the 0dBu (-20dBFS) reference mark drawn on the camera’s Audio Level Meter, or if using 0VU as reference level, a mixer output level that aligns a reference tone signal to the 0VU (-16dBFS) reference mark.
Page 17: Bomb Evf
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BO MB EVF The BOMB EVFs are high-definition, lightweight viewfinders that align quality performance with compact form factor. For applications where use of an attached RED EVF or RED LCD is not desired – for example when working on a crane –...
Page 18: Hd-Sdi
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE HD-SDI A 720p or 1080p progressive scan output suitable for monitoring or recording to an external VTR or DDR device. May be configured for 10-bit LIN (VIDEO) or 10-bit LOG (FILM) encoded data. HDMI A 720p or 1080p progressive scan output suitable for monitoring via a PC monitor or most HDTV displays. Example of HDMI Monitor Output in MENUS Mode COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 19: Redmote
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDMOTE ® REDMOTE is a camera control unit for RED’s family of DSMC cameras that attaches to the rear of the camera Brain or rearmost expansion module. REDMOTE may also be detached from the camera or rearmost module and provide wireless remote control of the camera over proprietary REDlink™...
Page 20: Metadata
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Typical Magazine Folder and Clip Structure For additional information about digital magazines, refer to APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA. METADAT A RED’s family of DSMC cameras record the Metadata, which is data for each frame of the recording: Clip Name s4i static data Director Name...
Page 21: Clip Naming Conventions
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE CLIP NAMING CONVENTIONS When you press RECORD, the camera automatically creates a unique name for the CLIP being recorded to the REDMAG 1.8” SSD media. The format of this name is: Camera Letter + Reel Number + Month + Day e.g.
Page 22: Power Consumption
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE POWER CO NSUMPTION The camera draws approximately 60 watts when recording in 5K resolution, 24fps MOVIE mode. The camera is cooled by convection from the camera body assisted by a fan contained in a sealed air duct. Under typical operating conditions, a REDVOLT ®...
Page 23: Camera Operational Controls
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA OPERATIONAL CONTROLS This section describes the available operational controls on the RED DSMC camera Brain, Side SSD Module, Side Handle and REDMOTE accessories. BRAIN EPIC BRAIN A. Power Status LED B. Power/Record Button C. Record Status LED Power Status LED Indicates Power Status: LED Red = Power Present, Camera OFF...
Page 24: Side Ssd Module
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SIDE SSD MODULE Side SSD Module A. SSD Slot B. S-SSD User Key 1 C. S-SSD User Key 2 D. Focus/Record Button FRONT REAR E. Media Indicator SSD Slot Slot for REDMAG 1.8” SSD Digital Media Magazine S-SSD User Key 1 Initiates User Defined Camera Function.
Page 25: Side Handle
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SIDE HANDLE Side Handle - Top A. Battery Release B. Focus/Record Button C. SH Rotary Front D. SH User Keys 1-4 E. LCD Display F. LCD Backlight Button Battery Door Release Releases Side Handle battery door to permit battery exchange Button Focus/Record Button Touch for Auto Focus, fully depress to Start or Stop Record...
Page 26: Front
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE FRONT Side Handle – Front A. Stills/Movie Switch Stills/Movie Switch The specific function of this switch may be programmed by the user. Default settings are as follows: STILLS = Change focus mode to Still Movie = Changes focus mode to Movie/Motion The DSMC has two AF modes: one for stills and one for movies/motion.
Page 27: Rear
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REAR Side Handle – Rear A. Menu Button B. Rocker Switch C. Navigation Group D. SH User Keys A-D E. SH User Keys 5-7 F. Thumbwheel Lock Menu Button Press to access / camera setup menus Rocker Switch The specific function of these keys may be programmed by the user.
Page 28: Installation / Removal
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE N AVIG A TION GROU P Side Handle Navigation Group A. Scroll Wheel B. Direction Keys C. Enter Button Scroll Wheel Selects and adjusts camera parameter value Direction Keys Navigates camera menus and may select parameter for adjustment Enter Button Confirms selected parameter value adjustment INSTALLATION / REMOVAL...
Page 29 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 4. Insert the lip at the top of the side handle into the area where the lip from the side plate was installed. Insert Lip into Top of Camera Brain Press Side Handle Flush Against Camera Brain Rotate Thumbwheel Upwards Until Tight 5.
Page 30: Dsmc Modules
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DSMC MODULES PRO I/O MODULE The PRO I/O MODULE brings together the essential I/O connections into one module, providing a central hub for professional audio and video components. Centralized ports make it easy to manage connections and cables ...
Page 31: Rear Ssd Module
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REAR SSD MO DULE The Rear Module secures onto the back of the DSMC brain to serve as a rear location for recording onto 1.8" REDMAG SSD media. Rear SSD Module QUAD BATTERY MODULE The QUAD BATTERY MODULE holds up to 4 REDVOLTs or 2 REDVOLT-XLs ...
Page 32: Dual Battery Module
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DUAL BATTERY MODULE The DUAL BATTERY MODULE holds up to 2 REDVOLTs  Batteries may be hot swapped  Dual Battery Module Shown with REDVOLT Batteries Installed MODULE INST ALLATION / REMOVAL To install a DSMC Module to the camera, an Adaptor Plate must be purchased separately. The following procedure details installation of the Adaptor Plate and DSMC Module.
Page 33 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 4. Using a T-20 Torx, lightly tighten the four screws. Do not over tighten. Tighten Four Screws Do Not Over Tighten 5. Tighten the screws again in a cross pattern until tight. Tighten Screws Again in a Cross Pattern Until Tight COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 34 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE A TTACHI NG THE D SMC MODULE WARNING: DSMC Modules are NOT hot swappable - meaning you cannot remove or install while the camera is powered on. Before installing or removing a Module, you MUST power down the camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the Module and / or camera brain that is not covered by warranty.
Page 35 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 3. While applying steady pressure to hold the module against the adaptor plate, use a T-20 Torx screwdriver to rotate the lock on the adapter plate clockwise to secure the module. Press Module Flush with Adaptor Rotate Lock Clockwise Until Red Dot Lines Up with Lock Icon 4.
Page 36: Redmote
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDMOTE This section describes the physical controls on the REDMOTE. For complete details on REDMOTE control, refer to APPENDIX G: REDMOTE OPERATION. IMPORTANT: For your REDMOTE to operate with this camera build version, ensure your REDMOTE has been upgraded to the latest firmware.
Page 37: Navigation Group
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Power/Lock Slider Slide and hold down for two seconds to power up / down REDMOTE and / or cameras. Slide up to lock keys Release Button (L) USB Connector NAVIGAT ION GROUP REDMOTE Navigation Group A. Scroll Wheel B.
Page 38 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BOMB EVF A. Focus Ring B. Talley Light C. Brightness Controls RED BOMB EVF (OLED) brings advanced OLED technology into the field, providing truer blacks and more color accurate images Resolution: 1280 (wide) x 1024 (high) full-color ...
Page 39: Touchscreen Lcd
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TO UCHSCREEN LCD RED offers two touchscreen LCDs, a five-inch model with 800 X 400 resolution and a nine-inch with 1280 X 784. Both feature 4:4:4 progressive scan. You can navigate the DSMC menus and adjust camera paramters by directly touching icons on the touchscreen LCD screen.
Page 40: Basic Operation
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: The RED LCD swivel axis has a total range of adjustment of approximately 360˚ (180˚ clockwise or counterclockwise from the nominal “rear-facing” display orientation). The range of adjustment for the tilt axis is approximately 180˚. At the end of the adjustment range are internal “hard stops” for both axes. Once the swivel or tilt hard stops have been reached, IMMEDIATELY STOP APPLYING FORCE TO THE LCD.
Page 41: Quad Battery Module
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE QUAD BATTERY MODULE The optional QUAD BATTERY MODULE accepts up to four REDVOLT or up to two REDVOLT XL batteries, which can power the camera and typical accessories. Quad Battery Module REDVOLT AND REDVOLT XL REDVOLT and REVOLT XL NOTE: When multiple batteries are installed in the Quad Battery Module, the power management circuit will select the lowest charged battery to supply power to the camera.
Page 42: Backpack Quickplate And Backpack Quickplate (Short)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BACKPACK QUICKPLATE AND BACKPACK QUICKPLAT E (SHORT ) The optional BACKPACK QUICKPLATE and BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT) attach to the back of the BACKPACK BASE PLATE to provide a compact RED BRICK configuration for your DSMC. NOTE: BACKPACK BASE PLATE is required for use of the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE and the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT).
Page 43 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BA CKPA C K QUIC KPLA TE C ONNE CTO RS The BACKPACK QUICKPLATE has one D-tap connector for auxiliary accessories (70W max). DESCRIPTION Ground +12VDC DTAP Connector BA CKPA C K QUIC KPLA TE (SHO RT) CONN ECTO RS The BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT) has two auxiliary connectors that provide a maximum combined output of 3.8 A.
Page 44 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 6. Connect the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE LEMO connector into the DSMC DC IN connector. 7. When you’re ready to remove the REDBRICK, simply press the release button [the release button is black on the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE and is red on the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE (SHORT)] on the side of the BACKPACK QUICKPLATE.
Page 45: Ac Power Adaptor - (Dsmc)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE AC PO WER ADAPTOR - (DSMC) AC Power Adaptor (DSMC) When powering the DSMC with the A/C Power Adaptor, you can see the incoming voltage and source (DC) on the lower part of the screen. You can also see the power information in the POWER status menu. Power Details In use, an LED on the Quad Battery Module will flash to show the battery currently powering the camera.
Page 46 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE LED Green Blinking = Battery Used  LED Yellow Blinking = Battery has 10 minutes of run time remaining  LED Red Blinking = Battery has 5 minutes of run time remaining  LED Constant Red = Battery Discharged ...
Page 47: External Dc Power
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE EXTERNAL DC POWER RED DSMC Cameras accept input voltages between 11.5V - 17V D.C and can draw a maximum current of 12 Amps. An appropriate 150W supply with DC output rated at 15V 10A such as AC Power Adapter P/N 740-0019 ...
Page 48: Power Down
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. POWER DOWN The camera can be powered down in two ways: Using REDMOTE or Side Handle Menu controls, or via Touch Screen LCD icons.
Page 49: Graphical User Interface And Navigation
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE AND NAVIGATION RED LCD/TOUCHSCREEN LCD, BOMB EVF, EXT ERNAL 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. FRAME RATE F-STOP SHUTTER...
Page 50 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE during recording of the clip Noise Level Bar: Relative number of RAW  F Stop: Functional when optional mount and pixels in noise  lens are installed Playback ICON : In the upper Left corner on ...
Page 51 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE White Balance Record Quality   Record Resolution Secondary Menus Access (Touchscreen)   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.
Page 52 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE LO WE R S TA TUS RO W The Lower Status Row provides feedback on key systems level camera values, including: Clip Settings Sync Audio Levels   Exposure (Histogram) Media Status   Temperature, Power & Power Status ...
Page 53 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE sensor sync is lost while recording SYNC Green - A genlock signal compatible with the HD-SDI monitor rate has been locked to and the  sensor timing is also locked to it P O W E R S T A T U S If powering camera through DC power, the current voltage will be displayed.
Page 54: Side Handle Redmote
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE R A W C L I P L E V E L B A R 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 post- production.
Page 55 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDMOTE REDMOTE Display The display elements include: Battery Indicator: Displays battery life or Media Status: Media location and remaining   charge status (shown) of REDMOTE media capacity in % Power: Indicates D.C supply voltage or % of Camera ID: Displays camera ID (DEFAULT ...
Page 56: Navigating Menus
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NAVIGATING MENUS The primary method to navigate Menus is via the Scroll Wheel on the REDMOTE or Side Handle. Press Enter to open the menu, and then rotate the Scroll Wheel clockwise to move right, counter clockwise to move left. However, the Left and Right direction Navigation Keys (REDMOTE or Side Handle) or Adjustment Ring (Side Handle) may also be used for this purpose.
Page 57: Touchscreen Shortcuts
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TOUCHSCREEN SHORTCUT S The bottom portion of the touchscreen contains shortcuts to the most-used camera screens. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 58: Accessing Soft Keys
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ACCESSING SOFT KEYS User-programmable Soft Keys A-D and 1-4 may be accessed by tapping the left or right regions of the touchscreen. Programming soft keys is explained later in the manual. Soft Key without Labels Soft Key with Labels COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 59: Power Down
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE POWER DOWN NOTE: Camera will automatically power down if supply voltage drops to 11.5 Volts. P O WE R MENU 1. Select the MENU icon in the right corner of the Upper Status Bar to reveal the Secondary Menus. 2.
Page 60: Lock / Unlock Touchscreen Opreration
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE LOCK / UNLOCK TOUCHSCREEN OPRERATION LOC K To lock out the touchscreen operation, touch and hold the MENU icon until the LOCK icon displays; indicating the touchscreen has been locked out. When locked, the main menu will be displayed. UN LOC K To unlock out the touchscreen and allow normal operation, touch and hold the LOCK icon until the...
Page 61: First Time Use - Setting Up Your Red
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE FIRST TIME USE – SETTING UP YOUR RED EPIC 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. BATTERY Connect a RED battery to the camera in one of the following ways: SI DE H AND LE...
Page 62: Red Brick
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE R E M O V E 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. QUAD BATTERY MODULE Attach a Quad Battery Module and insert one or more REDVOLT batteries.
Page 63: Preparing To Record
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Plug the RED CHARGER into AC power, and the LEMO connector to the DC IN connector via 2B-to-1B  Power Adapter Cable P/N 790-0138. Plug a 12V XLR based power source into the DC IN connector via adaptor cable P/N 790-0164. ...
Page 64: Perform A Black Shading Calibration
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE When FORMAT is selected, a FORMAT dialog box will appear allowing you to add Camera Identity and 3D Position properties when formatting. When desired options are set, select FORMAT. NOTE: If any clips will be erased on the attached media, you will be informed of the number. PERFORM A BLACK SHADING CALIBRATION Refer to CALIBRATION for complete details for performing a Black Shading Calibration.
Page 65 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE If using a Touch Screen, select SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > PROJECT > TIME BASE. Adjust by sliding your finger up / down or tapping on the desired value, and then press anywhere else on the touch screen to confirm.
Page 66: Recording
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REC O RD QU A LI TY ( REDC ODE) Allows adjustment of REDCODE settings. Range is 3:1 to 18:1 Default is 8:1 Use the scroll ribbon to select a target REDCODE compression ratio. The camera will automatically select the closest REDCODE to the desired target. The display will always show the "current"...
Page 67: Record Indicator
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE RECORD INDICATOR When recording, the RED DSMC camera provides a variety of record indications (tallies): Timecode, normally displayed in white colored text, will be displayed in red colored text.  A small Red dot will appear in the top right corner of the VIEWFINDER output(s). ...
Page 68: Playback
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE PLAYBACK Playback is available on the RED DSMC Camera by going to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > PLAYBACK or by touching the Playback arrow icon in the upper Left corner of the GUI. The Playback function will display. For complete details, go to PLAYBACK.
Page 69: Adjustments
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 70: Advanced Setting Menus
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ADVANCED SETTING MENUS At this time, only FRAMERATE, F-STOP, SHUTTER SPEED and WHITE BALANCE on the MAIN MENU have advanced settings. SI DE H AND LE / RED MO TE 1. Navigate to the desired setting using the NAVIGATION GROUP direction keys and then press the UP directional key.
Page 71: Varispeed
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE MAIN MENU Available options under the MAIN MENU are FRAMERATE (FPS), ISO (SENSITIVITY), F STOP, 1/SEC (EXPOSURE), WHITE BALANCE, RESOLUTION, and QUALITY (REDCODE). FPS is used to select an image capture frame rate that differs from the Project’s TIME BASE frame rate. The default is 24 fps (or the selected Project TIME BASE frame rate if not 23.98 or 24.00 fps).
Page 72: Basic Settings
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BASIC SETTINGS Provides quick selection of the most common frame rates. ADVANCED SETTINGS When selected a numerical keypad will appear allowing the desired VARISPEED Framerate to be entered in 1 fps increments. Maximum frame rate is a function of RECORD RESOLUTION and REDCODE settings. Granularity is 0.001 FPS.
Page 73: Iso (Sensitivity)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ISO (SENSITIVITY) Adjusts the camera’s ISO rating. The sensitivity value is adjustable in 1/3rd stop increments. When the ISO rating is adjusted, the camera logs the change as metadata and the monitor path reacts accordingly. Higher ISO values lead to brighter images in the monitor path, and vice versa.
Page 74 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE BA SIC S E TTING S Allows adjustment of the aperture (F stop) of the attached lens. The range will vary depending on the attached lens. A DVA NCED SETTING S When selected, the advanced settings menu allows fine control over the f-stop value under APERTURE and focal distance under FOCUS.
Page 75: Exposure
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE F O C U S Provides the ability to enter the focal distance directly. Range depends on attached lens. Default depends on attached lens. 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 76: Advanced Settings
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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). E XP OSU RE (S PE ED) Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Speed (1/xx sec).
Page 77 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE IN TE G RA TI ON TI ME 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 A BSO LU TE ANG LE Provides the ability to enter the Exposure value as a Shutter Angle (xx Degrees).
Page 78: White Balance
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE the other units, but as a quick reference here are some common Speeds and Angles. Convert Shutter Speed to Absolute Angle (for 24 FPS) Equivalent Degrees = (Shutter Speed x Frame Rate x 360)  E.g. = (1/48 x 24 x 360) = (8640/48) = 180 ...
Page 79: Advanced Settings
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. P RESE T Available preset options are: Shade: Preset to 9,000K Fluorescent: Preset to 4,500K ...
Page 80 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TIN T 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.
Page 81: Resolution
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE RESOLUTION Allows adjustment of resolution. Default is 5K 2:1 DIMENSIONS (PIXELS) DIMENSIONS (MM) FORMAT WIDTH HEIGHT WIDTH HEIGHT DIAGONAL 1K WS 1280 6.91 2.59 7.38 1K HD 1280 6.91 3.89 7.93 2K WS 2048 11.06 4.61 11.98 2K HD 1920...
Page 82: Redcode
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDCODE Allows adjustment of REDCODE settings. Range is 3:1 to 18:1 Default is 8:1 Use the scroll ribbon to select a target REDCODE compression ratio. The camera will automatically select the closest REDCODE to the desired target. The display will always show the "current"...
Page 83: Redcode Options For Various Frame Rates
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDCO DE OPTIONS FOR VARIOUS FRAME RAT ES Minimum frame rate is 1 sec per frame; maximum frame rate is a function of REDCODE setting and record resolution. NOTE: The REDCODE and frame rate capabilities in the table below are based on recording to a 128GB REDMAG.
Page 84: Secondary Menus
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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.
Page 85: Focus Menu
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Range is 1 to 6. Default is 2. FOCUS MENU The Focus Menu is used to enable and select Focus parameters including MODE, ZONES, and ENHANCED A/F. MODE M ANU A L FOCUS You can select either MANUAL or CONFIRM. The default is MANUAL. COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 86 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE M A N U A L When selected, all focus operations are manual. C O N F I R M Enables the Center or Spot focus target square. This mode provides additional focus assistance to the photographer using RED, YELLOW, and GREEN color changes to the focus spot window.
Page 87 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Performance of Auto Focus may be reduced under the following conditions: The subject is dark or distant.  There is inadequate contrast between the subject and background.  The scene has reflective highlights.  The subject is backlit. ...
Page 88: Zones
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. CE NTE R Provides a large target square for focus. When objects located in the target are in focus, the square is Yellow or Green.
Page 89 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S PO T Provides a small target for precise focus (similar to Center focus, only smaller). When objects located in the target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the target is Red.
Page 90 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S P O T F O C U S I N D I C A T O R Moving The spot focus square can be moved around the screen. Touchscreen Press and hold the Touchscreen on the location you wish to relocate the Spot Focus window. While pressing on the touchscreen, you can drag and reposition the focus target.
Page 91: Enhanced A/F
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 5. Press the ENTER button. 6. To exit, Press the MENU button. Resizing The spot focus square can be resized using the Navigational Wheel or the Touchscreen. Touchscreen Each double-tap the Spot window will step through the three possible window sizes. After reaching the largest size, the sequence will restart with the window at the smallest size.
Page 92 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C ON FI RM IND IC A TO RS You can select any of the following CONFIRM INDICATORS when using Enhanced A/F: NONE, CIRCLE, BAR, and PIE. NOTE: You must be in Confirm mode in order to see the confirm indicators on the screen. N O N E A square target displays, and operates just like the target square in Confirm mode When objects located in the target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green.
Page 93 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C I R C L E A yellow circle displays around a square target. When objects located in the square target are in focus, the target is Yellow or Green, and the yellow circle is almost the same size as the square. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the square target is Red, and the yellow circle gets bigger.
Page 94 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE the line around the curve is filled up. When objects located in the target are out of focus, the pie target is Red and the line around the curve is almost empty. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 95: Dsmc Canon Mount + Lens
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE LENS INFORMATION DISPLAY RED DSMC TI PL MOUNT + LENS When a RED 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. The focal length and focal distance values and range will vary depending on the attached lens.
Page 96: Exposure Menu
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE EXPOSURE MENU Not implemented at this time. PRESETS MENU CAMERA PRESET S Camera Presets are used to store and recall camera setup information such as LOOKs, key mappings, I/O configuration, etc. Your RED DSMC camera has a number of factory-installed presets. A P PLYING A PRE SE T 1.
Page 97 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 2. Select CREATE and enter a name for the new preset 3. Press OK on keyboard to save the preset name 4. Copy the desired settings from the left box of the interface to the right box using the select one (-->) or All ->...
Page 99 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S HA RING P RE SE TS Presets may be shared between RED DSMC cameras using SSD media. Camera to Camera Camera to Multiple Cameras Select PRESETS from the secondary menu: Select Presets from Secondary Menu COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 100: Looks Presets
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C O P Y P R E S E T S F R O M C A M E R A T O S S D 1. Use scroll ribbon to select desired preset in camera box 2.
Page 101: Auto Presets
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE For detailed information on LOOKs, see the REDCINE-X Operation Guide, available on RED.com AUTO PRESET S The Auto Presets function allows you to specify pre-selected presets on Startup and for Preview and Playback 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.
Page 102: Select Media
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE IMPORTANT: Media MUST be ejected from the camera before removal to prevent corruption and/or loss of data on media. SELECT MEDIA Allows you to select the Media location to be used by the camera. Default is the Side SSD (S-SSD) Module. 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 103: Eject Media
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C AME RA ID (SLA TE) Identifies the camera with a letter A through Z. Default is A. C AME RA POS (P OSI TI ON) Identifies the camera position as Right, Left or Center. Default is Center. ED GE TI MECODE S TA RT Users may manually enter an Edge Timecode value (seldom used).
Page 104: Settings Menu
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. SETTINGS MENU This section describes the various secondary controls available to configure the camera. Menu options are DISPLAY LOOK, PROJECT, AUDIO, RECORDING, SETUP, MAINTENANCE, and PLAYBACK.
Page 105 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TO O LS The Tools menu permits the operator to adjust the GUI elements displayed on the Viewfinder output(s) Available options are NONE, EXPOSURE, FOCUS, VIDEO, EDGE, MAGNIFY, and RAW. The Dialog is available by either going to SETTINGS > DISPLAY > TOOLS or simply clicking on the histogram in the lower left.
Page 106 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: As EXPOSURE meters sensor RAW information, it is not affected by any RGB domain adjustments - such as ISO rating, FLUT, White Balance, Video Gain or other LOOK information. NOTE: Because the RAW data represents a wider color space than RGB, provided that the Red (clip) color is not present in EXPOSURE view, even if Red (clip) color is present in VIDEO view, the apparently clipped RGB highlights can be recovered in post-production by adjustment of ISO, FLUT or changing the KNEE and WHITE values of the CURVE box.
Page 107 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE V I D E O 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 √”...
Page 108 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE E D G E 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.
Page 109 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: When in magnify mode, you will not be able to adjust frame rate or resolution. These options will be Grayed out. R A W RAW displays the image at a standardized ISO 320 without any look customization. When selected, the word “RAW”...
Page 110 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Z E B R A 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 111 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE High IRE Change the desired setting between 1 and 99 (default is 47). Low IRE Change the desired setting between 0 and 84 (default is 44). M ONI TOR CONTRO L M O N I T O R Configure the settings for each of your monitors.
Page 112 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE selected, and vice versa. The output frame rate has no restriction. Each monitoring output can support the following resolutions (the camera will filter the available selections): 720 p  1080 p  Each monitoring output can support the following frequencies (the camera will filter the available selections): 23.98 Hz 29.97 Hz 50.00 Hz...
Page 113 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 4. Click one of the soft keys to add an icon to that area of the screen. 5. Select the icon or item that you want to add, and click ADD. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 114 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 6. Add all of the icons and items to the overlay. Please note that you can only go 3 rows deep. 7. After setting up your overlay, select CREATE. 8. The new overlay displays in the CAMERA list. You can save your overlays to an SSD and build a library of overlays.
Page 115 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P R I O R I T Y The monitor priority determines the priority in which the monitors will become the control surface. You can also choose for the system to automatically assign Menu mode to the highest priority active monitor. NOTE: There can only be one control surface active at any given time.
Page 116 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE B R I G H T N E S S You can control the brightness of each of your LCDs and EVFs. Slide to the right for a brighter display; slide to the left for a dimmer display. G E S T U R E S These options apply ONLY to the Touchscreen LCD.
Page 117 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE M ODE S Available screen display mode adjustments are EXPOSURE, SHUTTER MODE, APERTURE, FOCUS DISTANCE, REMAINING POWER, VU METER SOURCE, HISTOGRAM, and LOOKAROUND. E X P O S U R E Selects GUI display of Shutter Exposure on Main screen as Time (1/xx sec) or Angle (Degrees). Default is Time.
Page 118 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S H U T T E R Enables one of two shutter timing (duration) modes: Absolute or Relative. Absolute: In Absolute mode, the shutter time is maintained when changing the framerate (which will  change the angle), and the shutter speed displays in White text. Absolute is the default mode. Relative: In Relative mode, the shutter angle is maintained when changing the framerate (which will ...
Page 119 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE M O D E Available options are Off, Full, 4:3, 16:9, 1.85:1, 1.9:1, 2.4:1, User and Absolute. S C A L E Available range is 0-100% O F F S E T X / Y Available range is 0-100% A P P E A R A N C E Line Style: You can choose the following line styles: Solid, Dashed, or Bracket ...
Page 120 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE G E N E R A L T A B Center Controls the position of the center marker  Can be relative to the recording area or any of the guides  Color and opacity are selectable ...
Page 121 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Color and opacity are selectable  TE S T SIGN A LS Permits the video monitor outputs to be replaced with a video test pattern. Available test patterns are CHIP CHART, SMPTE BARS, and LUMA RAMP. You can also enable AUDIO TONE. To enable a desired test signal, select the desired test signal box.
Page 122: Look
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SMPTE Bars with Pluge Pulse Luma Ramp NOTE: RED DSMC test signals are not recordable, they are provided to help align external video monitors connected via the HD-SDI or HDMI outputs. LOO K The LOOK menu permits adjustment of COLOR, GAIN, FLUT ®...
Page 123 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S A T U R A T I O N Adjusts color saturation. Range is 0.0 (monochrome) to +3.8 (super color). Default is 1.0. C O N T R A S T Adjusts the overall contrast of the image. Range is -1.0 (flat) to +1.0 (max contrast). Default is 0.0. B R I G H T N E S S Adjusts brightness without crushing highlights.
Page 124 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE E X P O S U R E Adjusts exposure compensation. Available exposure range is –7.0 to +7.0. Default is 0.0. S H A D O W 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 125: Project
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE PRO JECT The project menu sets the operating parameters the camera will use for a given project. Options available are TIME BASE and TIME CODE. TI ME BA SE Sets the TIME BASE (fps) to be used for the project - the primary acquisition frame rate, time code count and playback and editing frame rate.
Page 126 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE T I M E C O D E D I S P L A Y Time Code Display allows you to choose between Time of Day (TOD) and Edge display. In TOD mode, the time runs continually. With edge display, the time code starts and stops coincident with recording. T I M E C O D E S O U R C E Selects the TIME CODE source to be used.
Page 128: System Status
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SYST EM STATUS Selecting System Status from the Project menu displays key project information. AUDIO The AUDIO menu lets you configure the audio subsystem. Sub-menus available are AUDIO and AUDIO CHANNELS. A UDIO CON TRO L Audio channel level inputs are displayed in the lower section of the screen.
Page 129 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P R E - A M P Allows you to adjust pre-amplifier levels. Range 30 to 60 dB. H E A D P H O N E Allows you to adjust levels for headphones that you plug into the DSMC brain. Range -28 to -0 dB. C A M M I X , R E A R M I X , A N D M O N I T O R M I X Cam Mix (Camera Mix): Controls audio for the camera.
Page 130 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE A UDIO CHAN NE LS Allows selection of audio inputs and operational modes. I N P U T 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 Audio is always recorded at channel pairs.
Page 131 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Pro I/O Analog Microphone/Line In Input (Pro I/O Analog)  Pro I/O AES A or AES B Digital Input (Pro I/O AES A)  NOTE: For cameras not equipped with a PRO I/O MODULE, options are NONE or CAM ANALOG. Mode The following camera input modes are available: BALANCED MICROPHONE, UNBALANCED MICROPHONE.
Page 132 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE I N T E R N A L T I M E L A P S E T I M E R A N D E X T E R N A L F R A M E T R I G G E R These timelapse modes allow you to set the recording to end at a predefined frame limit by configuring the Limit Recording to fields.
Page 133 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE While recording in this mode, you can see how many frames you’ve recorded out of the total amount of frames on the overlay. S P E E D R A M P M O D E This mode lets you program the framerate to transition to a target framerate during an interval.
Page 134 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 5. Start recording. 6. When you are ready to start the speed ramp, press the key that you’ve mapped to RECORD: START SPEED RAMP. The framerate transitions to your target framerate during the duration you set up. After you reach your target framerate, the camera continues to record at that framerate until you stop recording.
Page 135 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE FRA ME P ROCES SING You can select the following frame processing settings: NO FRAME PROCESSING, FRAME SUMMING, FRAME AVERAGING. N O F R A M E P R O C E S S I N G Normal frame processing mode.
Page 136 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE For example, if you select 16 as your FRAMES TO PROCESS value, and set your exposure to 1/48 sec, your resulting image will have a new exposure value of 1/3 sec (16 x 1/48). NOTE: When you’re in preview mode, you will not see frame summing take effect. Once you start recording, you will be able to see the brightened image.
Page 137 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P RE- REC ORD When enabled, the Pre-Record setting continuously captures a cache of footage before you start recording. You can select to have 4-30 seconds (incremented at an interval of 2 seconds) of pre-record time added to your actual footage.
Page 138: Setup
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. KE YS Use Keys function to customize the assignment of DSMC camera controls. K E Y M A P P I N G A N D S O F T K E Y S With Key Mapping, you press the key you want to change and follow on-screen instructions to complete the change.
Page 139 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE A D V A N C E D The advanced tab allows you to set key functions using a series of pull down menus 1. Select Key Source (Brain, REDMOTE, Side SSD, etc.) 2. Select the key you wish to change 3.
Page 140 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: Enter time in 24-hour clock format. i.e. 2:35 pm should be entered as 14:35:00. C OM MUNIC A TIO N Communication Menu allows you to set a unique identification for the camera (or a group of cameras) when operating in command and control communications network.
Page 141 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE T A R G E T Using TARGET the user can specify if this camera can send commands to ALL devices on the network, to NONE of the devices on the network (meaning the camera will only listen to messages and not originate messages) or to a specific TARGET device - which can either be the NAME of a specific camera or device or a name of a GROUP of cameras or devices.
Page 142 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Master Slave DHCP If a DHCP-server is available in the If the EXT check box is checked this camera can communications network the DHCP option can be be controlled via TCP/IP from an external device. checked and the camera will obtain an IP Address, IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway address automatically Permits the user to adjust the camera’s static IP...
Page 143 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE To pair the DSMC with REDMOTEs wirelessly, select SCAN FOR REDMOTES. The DSMC scans for any REDMOTEs that are turned on with REDlink wireless enabled. The available wireless REDMOTEs appear in the left panel. Use the PAIR and UNPAIR buttons to select and pair/ unpair REDMOTEs. R E D L I N K C H A N N E L The REDlink Channel field lets you change the communication channel for the REDLink wireless connection in the event of interference from other wireless devices.
Page 144 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE B R A I N G P I O This menu is used to assign General Purpose Inputs and Outputs (GPIO) on the camera brain. Defaults are Sync In and Sync Out. FUNCTION DEFINITION CONNECTOR Sync In Accepts an Input Sync signal to control Shutter Start timing SYNC Sync Out...
Page 145 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P R O I / O G P I O This menu is used to assign General Purpose Inputs and Outputs (GPIO) on the PRO I/O Module. NOTE: See the PRO I/O Operation Guide for more information. S YS TE M Options are FAN CONTROL and INDICATORS.
Page 146 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Standby Speed is 75%. NOTE: All settings are intended as target speeds only; actual fan speeds may at times be higher than specified to satisfy any unmet cooling requirements due to long recording times or high ambient temperatures.
Page 147: Maintenance
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE I N D I C A T O R S 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.
Page 148 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S YS TE M IN FO When selected the Viewfinder output(s) will display the camera Model, current firmware Version, installed and camera P.I.N. S AVE 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 149 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE To calibrate the sensor the image needs to be as dark as possible: At a minimum put a lens cap on the lens (WARNING: Not all lens-caps completely block IR. Lens caps  are made to protect the lens, not necessarily to block light.) Preferably, take off the lens, and use the lens-mount cap provided by RED.
Page 150 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Factory This is the calibration map generated during production. This map is always present and selected as default on first use after performing a system restore under SETTINGS > MAINTENANCE > RESTORE SYSTEM. User HS The user can select the CURRENT CALMAP. The dialog only shows the calibration maps stored in memory (FACTORY and USER HS in this case).
Page 151 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE B L A C K S H A D I N G P R O C E D U R E 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.
Page 152 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. The camera will perform this procedure twice. 9.
Page 153 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 3. Enter a name for the calibration map. 4. Click Create Calibration File. 5. The on-screen display shows a progress bar while it exports the calibration map. The export process takes a few minutes. 6. After exporting, CALIBRATION EXPORT SUCCESS displays on the screen, and your calibration map is saved to your memory card.
Page 154 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 7. Select OK. Import calibration map procedure: 8. Go to SETTINGS > CALIBRATION. 9. In the Calibration Export/Apply section, select the calibration map you want to use. 10. Select one of the following: Apply Permanently: The calibration map will be used until you select another calibration map, so even if ...
Page 155 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S E LF TES T When selected allows you to perform a self-test for the sensor and LCD Touchscreen. E N A B L E / D I S A B L E S E N S O R T E S T P A T T E R N When selected enables / disables the sensor test pattern (White Screen).
Page 156 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE T O U C H S C R E E N 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.
Page 157 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: User key settings will be reset as well as any other changes from the cameras default settings. The REDMOTE will also require paring to communicate wirelessly with the camera. REDI SCO VE R Rediscovers all hardware and caches the data for future boot cycles. When selected, you will be asked to confirm if you want to reset all hardware discovery settings.
Page 159: Playback
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. Playback controls can be accessed via the touchscreen or by using the navigation group on the DSMC SIDEHANDLE or REDMOTE.
Page 160 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE FRAME GUIDE, ACTION GUIDE, and TITLE GUIDE. P R E S E T S Allows you to apply presets to the clip during playback. M E D I A When selected will list all available clips on the attached media. Apply Image Metadata When checked, image data such as color, gain, curves, etc.
Page 161 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE S E T T I N G S Available options are DISPLAY, LOOK and RECORD. Display Available options under Display are TOOLS and ZEBRA. Tools Allows you to toggle ON/OFF Exposure, Focus, Video, Edge, and RAW. Refer to TOOLS for complete details about these options.
Page 162 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Look Allows you to adjust the Color, Gain, FUT, and Curve of the image during playback. Refer to LOOK for complete details about these options. Audio Allows you to control audio. Setup Allows you to program keys. Record (Exit) When selected will exit playback to the main menu.
Page 163 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE M E T A Displays current clip META information. C L I P P L A Y B A C K S T A T U S B A R 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 164 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE H I S T O G R A M 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. P L A Y B A C K S P E E D Allows you to select x1, x2, x4, x8, or x16 playback speed.
Page 165: Power
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P L A Y / P A U S E Allows you to play and pause the clip. P L A Y O N C E / L O O P Allows you to choose to play the clip one time or to loop the clip in the player. Loop is shown below. P L A Y B A C K D I R E C T I O N Allows you to play the clip forward or backwards.
Page 166: Shutdown
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SHUT DOWN Shutdown controls are interlocked to prevent accidental powering down of the camera. For details on the different ways to power down your RED DSMC Camera, go to POWER DOWN. 1. Enter the Secondary Menu using the touch screen, REDMOTE or Side Handle. 2.
Page 167: Power Out
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE POWER O UT The Power Out menu shows the status of the power out ports on the PRO I/O MODULE and the +1 ADAPTOR. The statuses are: N/A: The device is not present.  OK: The power out port is functional. ...
Page 169: Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX A: UPGRADING CAMERA FIRMWARE Your RED DSMC 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.
Page 170: Appendix B: Managing Digital Media
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX B: MANAGING DIGITAL MEDIA MEDIA REDMAG 1.8” SSD is available with capacities of 48GB 64GB, 128GB, 256GB or 512GB. Record duration is dependent on resolution, quality and frame rate, but a 64GB SSD will typically provide 24 minutes of 24fps 5K RAW recording.
Page 171 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 6. On the Side Handle, NA will be displayed (same as if no media is present). 7. To format the media select SECONDARY MENUS > MEDIA > FORMAT MEDIA. 8. You will be prompted to set the media and select FORMAT. 9.
Page 172: Eject Media From Camera
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE MEDIA CAPACITY REMAINING STATUS The Viewfinder output(s) will display the remaining media capacity in the MEDIA indicator (100% is shown). At 10%, remaining capacity the media status will turn yellow, at 5% it will turn red. At 2%, remaining the camera will cease recording.
Page 173: Using Redmote / Touchscreen Lcd
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE USING REDMOT E / TOUCHSCREEN LCD 1. Go to SECONDARY MENUS > MEDIA 2. Select EJECT MEDIA. 3. When media is ejected, Viewfinder output(s) will display “MEDIA EJECTED SUCCESSFULLY“. 4. Media can now be removed from the camera. COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 174: Using Side Handle
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 175: Erasing Media
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ERASING MEDIA NOTE: If the media was formatted using SECURE FORMAT, you cannot erase the media using an external source. Erasing of the media must be performed by formatting on the camera. MACINTO SH O S X 1.
Page 176: Appendix C: Input / Output Connectors
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX C: INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS CAMERA BRAIN FRONT EPIC BRAIN - Front A. MIC-1 3.5mm Audio Jack B. MIC-2 3.5mm Audio Jack COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 177: Microphone Audio)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 microphone level analog audio inputs. Microphone Input Connector SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION A (TIP) IN + Mic Input (+48V Phantom Power) B (RING)
Page 178: Camera Brain Rear
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE CAMERA BRAIN REAR EPIC BRAIN - Rear A. HD-SDI B. Headphone C. SYNC (Video Sync) D. CTRL (RS232 Control) E. GIG-E (Ethernet) F. DC IN (Power Input) G. HDMI COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 179: Hd-Sdi
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE HD-SDI A standard 75 Ohm BNC connector provides a broadcast specification high definition video output. SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION Center HD-SDI SMPTE-292M HD-SDI Shield/Screen GROUND Camera ground The HD-SDI output provides a 720p progressive scan video feed operating at 50.00 or 59.94 Hz or a 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video feed operating at 23.98, 24.00, 25.00 or 29.97 Hz when in 1.5GHz HD- SDI mode, or a 1080p 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video feed operating at a 50.00 or 59.94 Hz when in 3GHz HD-SDI mode.
Page 180: Sync (Video Sync)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SYNC (VIDEO SYNC) A 4-pin LEMO connector supports shutter synchronization, GPI, timecode and genlock input 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;...
Page 181 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE For example, when GPI trigger is used for Record Start / Stop. Start Record: On Ground to 3.3 V transition  During Record: Hold at 3.3 V  Stop Record: On 3.3 V to Ground transition ...
Page 182: Ctrl (Rs232 Control)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE CTRL (RS232 CONTROL) A 4-pin LEMO connector supports RS232 remote control for 3D camera communication, 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 183: Gig-E (Ethernet)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE GIG-E (ETHERNET) A 9-pin LEMO connector provides a Gigabit Ethernet port for remote camera setup, master / slave camera communication and external metadata ingest. View into Ethernet Interface Connector Mating Connector: FGG.0B.309.CLAD32Z SIGNAL DESCRIPTION DIRECTION B1_DC + Data Pair C+ B1_DC - Data Pair C-...
Page 184: Dc In (Power Input)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DC IN (PO WER INPUT) The 6-pin LEMO connector accepts DC input power between +11.5 V and +17 V DC. Power conditioning provides protection against reverse-polarity connection, ESD, under and over voltage, and over current. View into DC IN Power Input Connector Mating Connector: LEMO FGJ.1B.306.CWLD72Z SIGNAL DESCRIPTION...
Page 185: Hdmi Out
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE HDMI O UT The HDMI output supports an HDTV and PC monitor compatible 10-bit 4:2:2 progressive scan video signal (with embedded audio) at 720p and 1080p resolution. In addition to video data, the HDMI output also provides 4 channels of embedded audio. NOTE: Default setting is PREVIEW.
Page 186: Redmote
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDMOTE This section describes the physical connectors on the REDMOTE. REDMOTE A. Mini USB B. Camera Interface The REDMOTE interface connector allows communication between the REDMOTE and the camera Brain or any expansion module. Make sure these contacts are kept clean and free of any contaminants that may interfere with a reliable electrical contact.
Page 187: Appendix D: Supported Lenses
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX D: SUPPORTED LENSES DSMC CANON MOUNT ELECTRONICALLY SUPPORTED LENSES Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS   Canon EF 100mm f/2.0 USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS   Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM ...
Page 188: Electronically Supported Lenses
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DSMC NIKON MOUNT ELECTRONICALLY SUPPORTED LENSES AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 G  AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4 G ED  AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 G ED  AF-S Nikkor 35mm f/1.4 G  AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8 G ED ...
Page 189: Appendix E: Audio Subsystem Information
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX E: AUDIO SUBSYSTEM INFORMATION AUDIO FORMAT The audio format is always either 2 or 4 channels of 24-bit audio data recorded at 48kHz. The audio data is embedded in the R3D file and can be exported from REDCINE-X into separate audio files. CHANNEL SETUP The audio channels are set up under SETTINGS >...
Page 190: Channel Modes
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE CHANNEL MODES The analog sources can be set to different modes to match the incoming audio signals. The following camera input modes are available: BALANCED MICROPHONE, UNBALANCED MICROPHONE. If you’re using the PRO-I/O MODULE, these additional modes are also available: LINE IN 0 DBU and LINE IN 0 VU BALANCED MICROPHONE Balanced microphone input.
Page 191: Line In 0 Dbu
Audio inputs that are set to BALANCED MICROPHONE input can enable the 48V phantom power on a per- channel basis. NOTE: Phantom Power is not available on non-upgraded EPIC-M’s and early EPIC-X. If your camera does not allow you to select PHANTOM POWER, please contact your Bomb Squad representative for upgrade information.
Page 192: Peak Meter
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE PEAK METER The peak meters always show the incoming audio signal, no matter if the channel is recorded or not, as long as a source is selected. Actively recorded channels are drawn with a lighter outline and the channel indicator left of the peak meter will be green.
Page 193: Data Path
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DATA PATH The following diagram outlines the data flow in Preview. The only difference in playback is that the data comes from the R3D file and the input channel selection is disabled. HD-SDI/HDMI EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI/HD-SDI audio output is limited to the first two channels and the channels will be the same between HDMI and HD-SDI.
Page 194 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE P R E - A M P Allows you to adjust pre-amplifier levels. Range 30 to 60 dB. H E A D P H O N E Allows you to adjust levels for headphones that you plug into the DSMC brain. Range -28 to -0 dB. The headphone output volume can be set individually for each channel.
Page 195 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C A M M I X , R E A R M I X , A N D M O N I T O R M I X Cam Mix (Camera Mix): Controls audio for the camera. ...
Page 196: Audio During Playback
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE AUDIO DURING PLAYBACK During playback the same audio controls for the volume out and the headphone and Pro I/O mixer are available. All channels recorded will be played back. Audio output will be unmuted automatically when entering playback mode. COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 197: Appendix F: Default Key Functions
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX F: DEFAULT KEY FUNCTIONS CAMERA BRAIN FUNCTION FUNCTION Record Half Press Key Disabled- Record Half Release -Key Disabled- Record Full Press Record: Toggle SIDE HANDLE FUNCTION FUNCTION User A Press AF Mode: Cycle User B Release -Key Disabled- User B Press WB: Auto Calc...
Page 198 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE SIDE SSD MODULE FUNCTION FUNCTION User 1 Press -Key Disabled- User 1 Release -Key Disabled- User 2 Press -Key Disabled- User 2 Release -Key Disabled- User 1+2 Press Eject Media Record Half Release -Key Disabled- Record Half Press AF: Start Record Full Release -Key Disabled-...
Page 199: Appendix G: Redmote
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX G: REDMOTE OPERATION CONTROL, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAY This section describes the REDMOTE physical controls, connectors and color LCD display. CONT ROLS REDMOTE A. Still/Motion Slider B. Release Button (L) C. Record LED D. Power LED E.
Page 200 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE The lower LED is used to signal camera readiness and REDMOTE communication status to the camera. Green – Camera Ready / REDMOTE connected.  Blinking Green – Searching / Establishing communication  ROC KE R S WI TCH The function of the ROCKER SWITCH may be assigned by the operator to one of a number of operational controls.
Page 201 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE N AVIG A TION GROU P The Navigation Group allows navigation of the camera menus and adjustment of selected parameters. REDMOTE Navigation Group A. Scroll Wheel B. Direction Keys C. Enter Button The Navigation Group has three separate operational capabilities. S C R O L L W H E E L The Scroll Wheel allows the operator to select and adjust the values of selected camera parameters.
Page 202: Docking And Undocking
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE For complete information refer to ADVANCED OPERATION: REDMOTE MENUS. NOTE: In Version 3.x software, Soft Menu Buttons 7 and 8 are undefined. P O WE R / KE Y LOC K S WI TCH If the REDMOTE is powered OFF, moving and holding the switch in the down (POWER) direction for 2 seconds will power UP the REDMOTE and if the REDMOTE is powered ON, moving and holding the switch in the down (POWER) direction for 5 seconds will power DOWN the REDMOTE.
Page 203: Power Up / Down
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE U N D O C K I N G 1. Depress the two latch release buttons located on each side of the REDMOTE. 2. Slide the REDMOTE upward to release from the V-Mount of the camera Brain / rear most module. 3.
Page 204 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: Wireless mode shown. When docked to camera, SHUTDOWN CAMERA is not displayed. RECORDING To record, press the Red REC (record) button. If media is connected and properly formatted, the upper  LED will illuminate Red and the Timecode value displayed in the LCD will change to Red text. To stop recording, press the REC button a second time.
Page 205: Accessing Camera Controls / Settings
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ACCESSING CAMERA CONTROLS / SETTINGS The Navigation Group is used to navigate through camera menus. Refer to NAVIGATION GROUP. The camera settings and status are displayed on the REDMOTE LCD. Refer to REDMOTE. CH ANGIN G CAM E RA SE TTINGS U S I N G C A M E R A L C D / E X T E R N A L M O N I T O R A S R E F E R E N C E 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 206: Advanced Operation: Redmote Menus
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE ADVANCED OPERATION: REDMOTE MENUS S O FT M ENU BU TTO NS 1-3 Located below the main LCD display are three Soft Menu Buttons, who access advanced function menus identified by text in the LCD directly above the corresponding button. These menus control wireless connection (CONNECT), camera or local menus (REMOTE/LOCAL) and system setup (SETUP).
Page 207 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 4. Select the desired camera to connect to for REDMOTE wireless operation and press the ENTER button in the Navigation Group. The REDMOTE will connect to the selected camera. 5. Once connected, the REDMOTE will display the key operating parameters of the selected camera. The wireless signal strength will be shown in the lower Right corner of the REDMOTE screen.
Page 208 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE If you wish to exit the CONNECT menu at any time press CANCEL. DISCONNECT To stop communicating wirelessly with the camera, select Soft Menu Button 1 Connect, then select DISCONNECT and press the ENTER key in the Navigation Group. R E C O N N E C T I N G I F S I G N A L I S L O S T On loss of wireless communication REDMOTE will scan for the camera it was last paired with.
Page 209 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE O P E R A T I N G W I T H M U L T I P L E C A M E R A S F R O M A R E D M O T E To control more than one camera from a single REDMOTE, first pair the REDMOTE with each camera.
Page 210 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REMOTE Allows the user to adjust camera settings from REDMOTE, by navigating the camera menus appearing on the VIEWFINDER output of the camera, with summary data only appearing on the REDMOTE LCD LOCAL Allows the user to adjust camera settings from REDMOTE, by navigating camera menus appearing on the REDMOTE LCD, with summary data only appearing on the VIEWFINDER output of the camera.
Page 211 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 6. Select “Setup Slot” and press the ENTER button. 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. COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 212 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE R E D M O T E S E T U P : S O F T M E N U B U T T O N 3 When pressed, SETUP provides the option of forcing the REDLINK wireless link ON or OFF and selecting the following REDMOTE Setup menu.
Page 213 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE DI SP LAY LAYOU T: SO FT MENU BU TTONS 4-8 To the right of the LCD are five Soft Menu buttons 4-8. These buttons select between a variety of camera status page layouts. NOTE: In Version 3.x software, buttons 7 and 8 are undefined. Menu Button 4 Menu Button 5 Menu Button 6...
Page 214: Internal Battery
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Menu Button 7&8 INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGE STATUS An icon shows the charge status of the REDMOTE battery in the lower right corner of the LCD. When REDMOTE is operating in wireless mode, the icon indicates current charge capacity. When satisfactory the icon is displayed in Green.
Page 215: Battery Life
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 216: Upgrade Redmote (Macintosh)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE UPGRADE REDMOTE FIRMWARE UPGRADE REDMOTE THROUGH DSMC When you dock a REDMOTE on the DSMC, the DSMC checks to see if the REDMOTE is running the latest firmware. If the REDMOTE firmware is slightly outdated, you have the option to update the REDMOTE through the DSMC, without having to install updates from a USB.
Page 217 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE C ON FIGU RE RED MO TE CONNEC TI ON WI TH C OM PU TE R ( MACI N TOS H) The next step in upgrading REDMOTE firmware is to establish communication between the computer and the REDMOTE.
Page 218 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE established, then disable all internet connections and try again. 11. Proceed to Upgrade REDMOTE Firmware (Macintosh) on 218. U PG RAD E REDM O TE FI RMWARE ( M ACIN TO SH) The following information will guide you through proper updating of your REDMOTE firmware. 1.
Page 219 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 6. Selected File: redmote.1.bin will then be displayed. 7. Click on Start Upgrade. 8. File Transfer Progress will be displayed. 9. REDMOTE will display Upgrading Firmware… with a Green status bar showing upgrade progress. REDMOTE will also display UPGRADE during this process. Upgrade process can also be tracked on another display.
Page 220 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 10. Once the File Transfer Status is completed, the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility will display Firmware Upgrade Successfully Done. 11. Click OK. 12. Click Disconnect to close the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 221 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 13. REDMOTE will reboot. 14. REDMOTE will display POWER UP and then SEARCHING once the upgrade has completed. 15. Select [CANCEL]. 16. Verify the current REDMOTE firmware Version by selecting SETUP > SETUP SYSTEM. 17. REDMOTE upgrade is complete and you can now attach it to the EPIC Brain. COPYRIGHT ©...
Page 222: Upgrade Redmote (Windows)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. UPGRADE REDMOTE (WINDOWS) IN S TA LL RED MO TE UP G RADE U TI LI TY ( WINDO WS) The REDMOTE Upgrade Utility allows you to upgrade the firmware on your REDMOTE.
Page 223 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 14. Select Install REDMOTE Firmware and click Next. 15. Choose location to install the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility and click Next. 16. Select the Start Menu folder you would like to create the shortcut and click Install. 17.
Page 224 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 2. If connecting for the first time, a RNDIS/Gadget driver will be installed on the system 3. When the driver is installed, the battery charge indicator will flash on the REDMOTE NOTE: If the REDMOTE will not connect to the PC, please refer to the read_me_installing_redmote_vX.X.XX file in the REDMOTE_Firmware_vX.X.XX folder for manual setup of network connection instructions or contact RED SUPPORT for assistance (https://support.red.com/home).
Page 225 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 1. Download and save the REDMOTE_Firmware_vX.X.XX.zip file located at https://support.red.com/home. NOTE: Always review the read_me_installing_redmote_vX.X.XX instructions contained in the REDMOTE_Firmware_vX.X.XX.zip file. 2. Uncompress the zip file. 3. Open the REDMOTE_Firmware_vX.X.XX folder. 4. Click Select File in REDMOTE Upgrade Utility. 5.
Page 226 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 9. REDMOTE will display Upgrading Firmware… with a Green status bar showing upgrade progress. REDMOTE will also display UPGRADE during this process. Upgrade process can also be tracked on another display. 10. Once the File Transfer Status is completed, the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility will display Firmware Upgrade Successfully Done.
Page 227 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 11. Click OK. 12. Click Disconnect to close the REDMOTE Upgrade Utility. 13. REDMOTE will reboot. 14. REDMOTE will display POWER UP and then SEARCHING once the upgrade has completed. 15. Select [CANCEL]. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 228 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 16. Verify the current REDMOTE firmware Version by selecting SETUP > SETUP SYSTEM. 17. REDMOTE upgrade is complete and you can now attach it to the EPIC Brain. 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 229: Appendix H: 3D Setup Operation
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX H: 3D SETUP / OPERATION OVERVIEW The following information outlines basic procedures to connect two RED DSMC 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.
Page 230: Clip Naming Conventions
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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. Under TARGET select NONE. 3.
Page 231: Connecting Cameras
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE For example, if Master is set to LEFT and Slave is set to RIGHT and both Cam IDs are set to S, the first clip recorded by this stereo camera configuration will be: Master: S001_L001_0503B6.R3D  Slave: S001_R001_0503R7.R3D ...
Page 232: Changing Settings
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 2. Power down both cameras, then power back up. If properly connected, LAN will illuminate Green on the 3. Connect a SYNC cable P/N 790-0154 to each camera and connect as to your 3 party device. 4.
Page 233: Power Down
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE POWER DOWN When the Master camera is powered down using the Secondary Menu > Power, the Slave camera will also power down. COPYRIGHT © 2013 RED.COM, INC 955-0002_v4.0, REV-C...
Page 234: Appendix I: Exposure - Using False Color
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX I: EXPOSURE – USING FALSE COLOR AND ISO NOTE: The following section uses a RED ONE camera display to illustrate exposure tools; however, the same principles apply to RED DSMC camera systems. RED DSMC cameras provide 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 235 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 236: Overexposure (~ 2 Stops)
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 237 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 238: Appropriate Exposure
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 239 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 240: Adjusting The Iso Rating
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 241 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 242: Appendix J: Post-Production
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX J: POST-PRODUCTION RED workflow is quite easy to understand, especially if you have experience with photographic RAW image processing, or shoot 16mm or 35mm film followed by a telecine transfer to video for non-linear video editing and on-line conform.
Page 243: Redcine-X ® Pro
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE REDCINE-X ® REDCINE-X PRO is available for Intel based Mac OSX and Windows XP platforms. The application performing white balance and one light color correction, image pan/scan, crop and scaling operations. The application can export either a single clip, or a sequence of clips, as 4K or 2K resolution 10-bit DPX or 16-bit TIFF files.
Page 244: Appendix K: Maintenance
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX K: 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 245: Evf
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE Pre-packaged lens cleaner containing any additives, such as detergent, anti-static, fragrance, etc.  For proper cleaning and storage, remember to protect the RED TOUCH LCD by storing it in the RED Microfiber bag. Use Pancro Professional Lens Cleaner (P/N PANCROCLN) and Photographic Solutions PEC*PADs (P/N 05011) or equivalent to clean the viewfinder lens.
Page 246: Back Focus Adjustment
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE 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 performing a back focus adjustment. To remove the plug, use a T-10 Torx SCREWdriver.
Page 247 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE NOTE: Remember that RED Focus will AUTOMATICALLY power down after 3 minutes. Press the Red button on the front to power back up. 9. Set the camera to Magnify. Go to SECONDARY MENUS > SETTINGS > DISPLAY > FALSE COLOR > MAGNIFY.
Page 248: Appendix L: Troubleshooting
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX L: 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 249: Specifications
RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE APPENDIX M: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 14 MEGAPIXEL MYSTERIUM-X™ SENSOR 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) PIXEL ARRAY 66db S/N RATIO 13.5 stops, up to 18 stops with HDRx™ DYNAMIC RANGE 5120 (h) x 2700 (v) MAX IMAGE AREA 27.7mm (h) x 14.6mm (v) x 31.4 mm (d) LENS COVERAGE DSMC TI PL Mount...
Page 250 RED EPIC OPERATION GUIDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS REDCODE™ 12 and 16-bit RAW : Compression choices of 18:1 to 3:1 1-96 fps 5K FF 1-100 fps 5K 2:1 1-120 fps 5K WS 1-96 fps 5K HD 1-96 fps 5K ANA 1-120 fps 4K 1-152 fps 4K WS 1-120 fps 4K HD 1-159 fps 3K...
Page 256 RED DIGITAL CINEMA COPYRIGHT© 2013 RED.COM, INC. All trademarks, trade names, logos, icons, images, written material, code and product names used in association with the accompanying product are the copyrights, trademarks or other intellectual property owned and controlled exclusively by RED.COM, INC.

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Menu Controls

Main Menu

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Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware

Digital Media

Appendix B: Managing Digital Media

Output Connectors 176 Operation

Appendix C: Input / Output Connectors

Appendix D: Supported Lenses

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Appendix E: Audio Subsystem Information

Appendix F: Default Key Functions

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Appendix H: 3D Setup Operation

Appendix I: Exposure - Using False Color

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Production

Appendix J: Post-Production

Appendix K: Maintenance

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