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Atomos SHOGUN 7 User Manual

Atomos SHOGUN 7
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User Manual
SHOGUN 7
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Atomos SHOGUN 7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
InternalNo
Product colorBlack
Video capturing speed60 fps
Maximum video resolution3840 x 2160 pixels
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Power consumption (max)33 W
Built-in displayYes
Display diagonal7.2 \
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth45 mm
Width214 mm
Height127 mm
Weight709 g

Summary

Warranty & Conditions

Hardware Warranty and Software License

Details the hardware warranty terms, exclusions, and the software license agreement.

Notice and Trademarks

Contains copyright information and trademark acknowledgements for ATOMOS products.

Introduction

Shogun 7 Overview and AtomOS10 System

Introduces the Shogun 7 as an HDR monitor-recorder and the AtomOS10 operating system.

What's Included

Package Contents and Required Accessories

Lists standard accessories included and items required for operation, like media and batteries.

What You Also Need

Media and Storage Requirements

Recommends SSDs for 4K recording and advises against HDDs due to vibration sensitivity.

Cable and Mounting Options

Guidance on HDMI/SDI cables, and mounting options using standard screw mounts.

Mounting Disks in the Master Caddy II

Master Caddy II Assembly and Drive Insertion

Step-by-step instructions for assembling the Master Caddy II and inserting a drive.

Powering the Shogun 7

Power Sources, Batteries, and Chargers

Details powering options via AC adapter, NP-F batteries, D-Tap cables, and optional chargers.

Powering On/Off and Battery Menu Access

Instructions for powering the unit on/off and accessing the battery status menu.

Shogun 7 Connections

Port Overview and Connectivity Options

Details various ports like HDMI, XLR, SDI, SYNC, and mounting points with their functions.

AtomX SSDmini, Master Caddy II and Screw Mounts

Drive Insertion and Mounting Options

Instructions for inserting drives and using the unit's mounting points with screws and pins.

Using the Shogun 7

AtomOS10 Operating System Interface

Introduces the AtomOS10 system, its touch interface for monitoring and recording.

Using the Shogun 7 - Best Practice

Media Formatting and Secure Erase

Guides on formatting media using exFAT and the secure erase function for drive optimization.

Unit Naming, File Naming, and Screen Lock

How to set unit names, file naming conventions, and lock the display screen.

Firmware Updates and Troubleshooting

Step-by-step guide for updating firmware and troubleshooting common issues.

Main Screen and Information Bar

Information Bar and Monitor Mode Display

Explains the Information Bar and its contents in Monitor Mode, showing input status and settings.

Using the Shogun 7 - Monitor Mode

Monitor Mode Home Screen Controls

Details the main controls for recording, playback, monitoring, and editing access.

Using the Shogun 7 - Input Settings

Adjusting Settings via Information Bar and Input Sources

How to access and adjust settings via the Information Bar and select input sources like HDMI and SDI.

Signal Standards and SDI Multilink Configuration

Displays signal format and configures SDI Multilink modes (Single, Dual, Quad).

Using the Shogun 7 - Camera and Signal Settings

Device, Camera Output, Log/HDR, and Trigger Configuration

Settings for device recognition, camera output matching, Log/HDR, and remote camera triggering.

Using the Shogun 7 - Recording Features

External Output Options and Pre-Roll Recording

Details video output options and the Pre-Roll function for capturing missed moments.

Codec Selection and Recording Formats

How to select recording codecs like ProRes and Avid DNxHD/DNxHR.

Using the Shogun 7 - Recording Details

Pulldown Removal and File Naming Conventions

Guides on removing pulldown from HD signals and setting file naming conventions.

Meters and Audio Settings

Accessing audio meters and managing digital/analogue audio channels.

Using the Shogun 7 - Audio, Media, and Timecode

Audio Input Options, Delay, and Phantom Power

Adjusting analogue input gain, audio delay, and providing phantom power for microphones.

Media Information and Timecode Settings

Accessing media details and configuring timecode sources (HDMI, Record Run, etc.).

Using the Shogun 7 - Timecode, Date, and Battery

Timecode Modes, Triggering, and Date/Time Settings

Explains timecode modes, triggering, and adjusting date/time for accurate logging.

Battery Management and Power Priority

Details the battery indicator, levels, and automatic power source switching.

Using the Shogun 7 - Info Section

Firmware Version and Device ID Information

Displays firmware version, unique device ID (DID), and build information for activation.

Monitoring & Recording - Setup

Recording Preparation and Status Indicators

Steps for recording setup, status indicators, and handling no input/disk scenarios.

SmartControl for Recording Operations

Overview of functions for starting and stopping recording via automatic or external methods.

Monitoring & Recording - Monitoring Features

Monitoring Features Overview and Icon Guide

Accessing and understanding monitoring tools like Focus Peaking, Zebra, and Waveform.

Monitoring & Recording - Start/Stop Control

Recording Start/Stop Methods and Triggers

Details methods for starting/stopping recording via touch screen, timecode, and camera triggers.

Monitoring & Recording - Visual Aids

Composition Guides and Waveform Tools

Using Cinema Guides, Safe Areas, Anamorphic De-Squeeze, and Waveform monitoring tools.

RGB Parade and Vectorscope Analysis

Monitoring Red, Green, Blue levels with RGB Parade and color information with Vectorscope.

Monitoring & Recording - Exposure and Detail Tools

Vectorscope Zoom and Focus Peaking Details

Magnified vectorscope view and focus peaking modes for detailed image analysis.

Zebra, False Color, and Zoom for Exposure Control

Using Zebra, False Color, and Zoom to check and control image exposure.

Monitoring & Recording - Waveform and Peaking Settings

Waveform Size, Opacity, and Brightness Adjustment

Adjusting waveform size, brightness, and opacity for optimal viewing.

Focus Peaking Modes and Appearance Customization

Customizing focus peaking display modes, colors, and outlines for clarity.

Monitoring & Recording - LUTs

Using, Loading, and Supported LUT Formats

Guides on using, loading, and the supported formats for Look Up Tables (LUTs).

Monitoring & Recording - LUT Processing and HDR Standards

LUT Processing Options: Record, Output, Compare

Explains LUT processing options for recording, output, and side-by-side comparison.

HDR Viewing Standards: Native, Rec.709, HLG, PQ

Settings for viewing video in HDR, mapping levels to Rec.709, HLG, and PQ standards.

Monitoring & Recording - Understanding HDR and Log

HDR and Log Signal Concepts

Explains HDR concepts, sending Log signals, and previewing HDR results.

Monitor Controls: Display Off, Tally, and Flip Screen

Additional monitor controls for display off, tally light, and screen flipping.

Monitoring & Recording - Display and File Management

Display Settings: Backlight, Lift, Gamma, Gain

Adjusting display parameters like backlight, lift, gamma, gain, and constant backlight.

Dolby Vision Playout and File Recovery

Enabling Dolby Vision output and recovering corrupted video files.

Playback & Playout

Playback Mode, Controls, and Speed Settings

Switching to playback, using controls, and adjusting playback speed and direction.

Playback & Playout - Files and Playlists

Browsing Recorded Files and Creating Playlists

How to browse recorded files and create custom playlists for sequential playback.

Playlist Options: Codec and Favorites

Selecting clips by codec or using favorite tags to build playlists.

Playback & Playout - Video Format and HDR

Video Format, External Output, and Camera Settings

Details video format, external output options, and camera output settings for playback.

Playback HDR and Output Options

Engaging HDR playback and configuring output options like 4K down-conversion.

Playback & Playout - Information Sections

Meters, Date, Battery, and Info Settings

Explains the Meters, Date, Battery, and Info sections for system information and status.

Edit

Edit Mode, Clip Tagging, and Main Controls

Using edit mode for tagging clips, setting in/out points, and accessing main edit controls.

Edit - Markers and Tagging

Markers, Tagging Icons, XML Export, and Reset

Using markers, tags, exporting XML, and resetting clip data for editing.

Setting In/Out Points during Playback

How to set in and out points during playback to mark specific sections of footage.

Edit - Clip Tagging and Export

Favorite/Reject and Extended Tagging Options

Applying favorite/reject tags and using extended tags for workflow enhancement.

Exporting Tags to FCPX XML File

Exporting tagged clip information as an XML file for use in editing systems like Final Cut Pro.

HD Pulldown

Understanding and Removing Pulldown

Explains pulldown and provides instructions for its removal for various HD formats.

Connecting & Editing

Connecting to Workstations, NLE Support, and File Transfer

Connecting to editing workstations, supported NLEs, and transferring files.

ExFAT Compatibility and File System

Explains the exFAT file system used for disk formatting and its compatibility.

Connecting & Editing - Importing Footage

Supported Software and Final Cut Pro X Import Guide

Lists supported software and provides a guide for importing footage into Final Cut Pro X.

Connecting & Editing - SmartLog Integration

SmartLog with FCP X and XML Import Methods

Prerequisites for SmartLog and FCP X, and methods for importing XML files.

Technical Specifications

Physical, Performance, and Connectivity Specifications

Details physical dimensions, performance specs, supported codecs, inputs/outputs, and accessories.