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Atomos SHINOBI User Manual

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Atomos SHINOBI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Aspect ratio16:9
LED backlight-
Pixel density427 ppi
Display diagonal5.2 \
Display technologyIPS
Input voltage6.2 - 16.8 V
Power supply typeBattery
Power consumption (max)7 W
Power consumption (typical)4 W
HDMI version1.4
Headphone outYes
Product colorBlack
Housing materialPolycarbonate (PC)
Connecting thread1/4 \
Compatible memory cardsSD
Cables includedHDMI
Audio sampling rate48 kHz
Supported video modes720p, 2160p
Resolution at capture speed1280x720@50fps, 1920x1080@23.98fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@59.94fps, 3840x2160@23.98fps, 3840x2160@24fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@29.97fps, 4096x2160@23.98fps, 4096x2160@24fps, 4096x2160@25fps
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth31.5 mm
Width151 mm
Height91.5 mm
Weight196 g

Summary

Safety Instructions

Using the Shinobi Safely

General safety advice for using the lightweight but solid device.

User Manual Conventions

Warranty and Conditions

International Hardware Limited Warranty

Details the limited warranty for ATOMOS products.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists conditions that void the product warranty.

Software License Agreement

Legal terms for using ATOMOS software.

Introduction to Shinobi

Product Overview

Overview of the 5.2-inch HDR monitor and its features.

What's Included with Shinobi

Included Accessories

Lists the accessories that come with the Shinobi unit.

Additional Items Needed

HDMI Cables

Advice on choosing and using appropriate HDMI cables.

Standard 1/4" Mount/Arm

Information on compatible mounting solutions for the unit.

Powering the Shinobi

Choosing Power Source and Batteries

Options for powering: Battery Eliminator, NP-F batteries, and charging.

Optional Power Accessories

Information on DC to D-Tap cable and battery charger.

Shinobi Connections

SD Card Slot

Usage of the SD card slot for LUTs and firmware updates.

Remote/Calibration Port

Details on the remote port for calibration and computer connection.

Headphone/Audio Out

Information on the 3.5mm headphone jack for audio monitoring.

HDMI In

Description of the full-size HDMI 1.4 input for video and audio.

Mounting Options

Details on the 1/4"-20 screw mounts for attaching the unit.

Using the Shinobi - Best Practice

Screen Lock Function

How to lock and unlock the display screen to prevent accidental touches.

Firmware Updates (AtomOS)

Steps to update the Shinobi's firmware using an SD card.

Using the Shinobi

Setting Up for Monitoring

Initial steps when connecting a signal to the Shinobi.

Connecting to Different Devices

How to connect and use Shinobi with Video Cameras, DSLRs, and Smartphones.

Main Screen and Information Bar

Information Bar Overview

Explanation of the Information Bar and its elements.

Monitor Mode / Features

Details on Video Input, Gamut, Gamma, Audio, Battery, Monitor functions.

Input and Camera Settings

Video Input Controls

Managing input source, resolution, and framerate.

Camera Output Settings

Matching Shinobi settings to camera output like Log/HDR, Gamma, Gamut.

Understanding Log/HDR

Explanation of HDR and Log for advanced image processing.

Audio, Battery, and Info Menus

Audio Settings

Accessing and adjusting audio settings via meters.

Battery Status Indicator

How to check battery power and low battery warnings.

Info Screen

Viewing firmware version and device ID.

Monitoring Features Overview

Activating Monitoring Features

How to access and cycle through monitoring tools.

Monitoring Tool Settings

Adjusting parameters for monitoring tools like histograms and waveforms.

Waveform Monitoring Tools (WFM)

Luma Waveform

Visualizing dynamic range and exposure.

RGB Parade

Monitoring Red, Green, Blue levels for white balance.

RGB Overlay

Monitoring Red, Green, Blue levels.

Vectorscope

Checking color information, hue, and saturation.

Vectorscope Zoom

Scaled-up view of the vectorscope for detailed checks.

Additional Monitoring Tools

Histogram and RGB Histogram

Visualizing exposure and color distribution.

Analysis View

Simultaneous display of multiple monitoring scopes.

Monitor Assist Tools

Focus Peaking

Highlighting in-focus areas for precise focus.

Zebra Pattern

Identifying overexposed areas using zebra stripes.

False Color

Visualizing exposure levels with different colors.

Advanced Monitor Assist Tools

Blue Only Exposure

Displaying greyscale based on the blue channel to check noise.

Zoom Functionality

Punching in to check critical focus at various magnifications.

Cinema Guides, Safe Areas, Anamorphic De-Squeeze

Overlaying frame guides, safe areas, and desqueeze for composition.

Using LUTs

Loading and Applying LUTs

Steps to load .cube files and activate them.

LUT Options and Comparison

Exploring different LOOKs and comparing them to the native source.

Monitor Display Standards

Native Video Source

Displaying raw, unprocessed video.

Rec.709 Standard

Mapping camera gamma/gamut to panel's white for SDR.

HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma)

HDR standard mapping for highlights.

PQ (Perceptual Quantizer)

HDR standard with more compression for highlights.

Understanding HDR and Log

Capturing and Previewing HDR Log

Using AtomOS10 to preview HDR results in the field.

Additional Display Options

Features like display off, screen flip, and screen mirroring.

Display Settings and Adjustments

Backlight, Lift, Gamma, Gain Controls

Adjusting screen brightness, shadows, and highlights.

Reset Display Settings

How to revert display adjustments to default.

Technical Specifications

Weight and Dimensions

Physical specifications including weight and size.

Power Specifications

Details on operating power, input voltage, and battery life.

Touchscreen and Display

Information on the touchscreen, resolution, aspect ratio, and color.

AtomHDR and HDR Monitoring

Gamma and Gamut settings for HDR monitoring.

Video and Audio Input/Output

Specifications for HDMI input, audio ports, and supported formats.

SD Card Slot and AtomOS

Functionality of the SD card slot and AtomOS features.

Monitoring Features List

A list of all available monitoring tools and functions.

What's in the Box

Contents of the standard Shinobi package.

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