Lens Weight And Lens Support - RED Epic Operation Manual

R E D D S M C O P E R AT I O N G U I D E
LENSES
This section describes lenses and lens operations for the DSMC system.
WARNING: All lenses are hot swappable. However, lens mounts are NOT HOT SWAPPABLE, meaning you cannot
remove or install lens mounts while the camera is turned on. Before installing or removing lens mounts, you
MUST turn off the camera. Failure to do so may result in damage to the lens mounts or DSMC that will not be
covered under warranty.

LENS WEIGHT AND LENS SUPPORT

Use a lens support system when mounting heavy or long lenses to your camera.
When mounting a heavy or long lens, ensure that the full weight of the lens is never directly on the camera or
lens mount. Mount the lens to the support system first, and then carefully mount the lens to the camera.
Due to the lightweight construction of the carbon fiber BRAIN and magnesium mounts, most setups with the
carbon fiber BRAIN require a lens support system for all but the lightest lenses.
WARNING: Failure to use lens supports appropriate for the lens and camera setup may lead to damage of the
DSMC and lens mount. Any damage caused by not using a lens support system will not be covered under
warranty.
DSMC PL MOUNT SUPPORTED LENSES
The DSMC TI PL Mount, DSMC PL Mount (Magnesium), and the DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT Ti PL are
compatible with most standard PL mount cinema lenses and devices. For information about the compatibility of
the DSMC RED MOTION MOUNT Ti PL, see the
WARNING: Using a non-standard PL mount lens or device with a DSMC PL mount may damage the DSMC and
lens mount. Any damage caused by not using a standard PL mount lens or device will not be covered under
warranty.
FUJINON 19-90MM T2.9 CABRIO PREMIER PL LENS
NOTE: Record start/stop trigger data on the lens' servo motor is not supported by the hot shoe interface.
The Fujinon 19-90mm T2.9 Cabrio Premier PL lens is compatible with all DSMC PL mounts, but must be
powered externally and configured a specific way.
To set up the Fujinon 19-90mm T2.9 Cabrio Premier PL lens, follow the instructions below. Refer to the
manufacturer's operation manual for detailed information about setting up and using the lens.
1. Attach the lens to the DSMC PL mount.
2. On the lens, set the Camera Communication switch to On.
3. On the lens, set the LDS, /i Select switch to Off.
4. Connect an external power source to the lens.
5. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > Lens.
6. Deselect the Enable Power to Lens check box.
NOTE: This option is only available when a DSMC PL mount is attached to the DSMC.
7. The lens should be successfully connected. However, if lens data does not display within 10 seconds, go
to Menu > Settings > Setup > Lens. and select Detect Lens.
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