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Blackmagicdesign Blackmagic URSA Mini User Manual

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Installation and Operation Manual
Blackmagic URSA
Blackmagic URSA Mini
Windows
Mac OS X
September 2015

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Blackmagicdesign Blackmagic URSA Mini Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBlackmagicdesign
ModelBlackmagic URSA Mini
CategoryCamera Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Turning Your Camera On

Steps to power on your Blackmagic URSA or URSA Mini camera using external power.

CFast Cards

Inserting a CFast Card

Guide on how to insert CFast 2.0 cards into the camera for recording.

Preparing a CFast Card for Recording

Information on formatting CFast cards using HFS+ or exFAT for recording.

Preparing Media for Recording

Detailed steps for formatting CFast cards via the camera dashboard.

Recording

Recording Clips

How to start and stop recording clips using the REC button.

Choosing the Codec, Resolution and Sensor Area

Selecting codecs, resolutions, and sensor areas for recording.

Blackmagic URSA Connectors

Blackmagic URSA Features

Blackmagic URSA Work Station Buttons

Explanation of how work station buttons and touchscreens control camera settings.

Touchscreens

Overview of how touchscreens are used for monitoring, scopes, and settings.

Blackmagic URSA Mini Connectors

Blackmagic URSA Mini Features

Touchscreen

Overview of the URSA Mini's 5" fold out LCD touchscreen and its functions.

Control Buttons

Explanation of control buttons on the left side, LCD, and side handle.

Record

How to start and stop recording using the REC button.

Settings

Dashboard

How to open and navigate the dashboard for settings and meters.

Camera Settings

How to configure camera settings via the touchscreen menu.

ISO

Adjusting ISO settings for different lighting conditions and optimal quality.

White Balance

Adjusting white balance presets for accurate color temperature in various lighting.

Shutter Angle

Adjusting shutter angle for motion blur control and light conditions.

Audio Settings

Adjusting audio input and monitoring settings, levels, and phantom power.

Recording Settings

Setting video format, codec, resolution, sensor area, and dynamic range.

Codec

Choosing between CinemaDNG RAW and Apple ProRes codecs for recording.

Resolution

Selecting recording resolution for 4K, Ultra HD, or HD formats.

Sensor Area

Selecting between 'full' and 'window' sensor modes for frame rates.

Dynamic Range

Adjusting dynamic range settings for 'film' or 'video' output.

Frame Rate

Setting project frame rate and sensor frame rate for playback speed.

Project Frame Rate

Selecting the project frame rate for industry-standard film and TV rates.

Sensor Frame Rate

Setting sensor frame rate to affect playback speed (slow motion/fast motion).

Dual Card Mode

Enabling dual card mode for higher frame rates and increased recording reliability.

Display Settings

Adjusting display settings for monitors, including brightness and overlays.

Zebra

Using the zebra pattern to achieve optimum exposure by highlighting overexposed areas.

Entering Metadata

Camera Video Output

12G-SDI Output

Utilizing the 12G-SDI output for HD and 4K video transmission.

Blackmagic URSA Viewfinder

Updating URSA Viewfinder's Internal Software

How to update the viewfinder's software using the Blackmagic Camera Setup utility.

Mounting Batteries

Using DaVinci Resolve

Importing your Clips

Steps to import camera clips into the DaVinci Resolve media pool.

Editing your Clips

Creating timelines and inserting clips for basic editing in DaVinci Resolve.

Trimming Clips

How to trim clips by adjusting in and out points on the timeline.

Color Correcting your Clips

Basic color correction techniques using lift, gamma, and gain controls.

Using Scopes

Utilizing scopes (waveform, parade) to balance shots and optimize exposure.

Secondary Color Correction

Adjusting specific parts of an image using secondary correction tools.

Qualifying a Color

Using the HSL qualifier to select and adjust specific colors in a clip.

Adding a Power Window

Isolating specific regions of clips for secondary color correction using power windows.

Tracking a Window

Using the tracker feature to follow moving objects with power windows.

Mastering your Edit

Exporting the final edited project in various formats using the deliver page.

Blackmagic Camera Setup Utility

How to Update Your Camera Software on Mac OS X

Steps to update camera software on Mac OS X using the utility.

How to Update Your Camera Software on Windows

Steps to update camera software on Windows using the utility.

How to Update the Camera Software

Connecting the camera to update software via USB using the utility.

Post Production Workflow

Working with Files from CFast 2.0 Cards

Importing clips from CFast 2.0 cards to your computer for editing.

Using Final Cut Pro X

Setting up a project and importing clips in Final Cut Pro X.

Using Avid Media Composer

Setting up a project and importing clips in Avid Media Composer.

Using Adobe Premiere Pro CC

Setting up a project and importing clips in Adobe Premiere Pro CC.

Using Autodesk Smoke 2013

Setting up a project and importing clips in Autodesk Smoke 2013.

Upgrading the Sensor Turret on the URSA model

Removing the Sensor Turret

Steps to remove the sensor turret and lens mount from the URSA camera.

Replacing the Sensor Turret

Steps to install a new sensor turret assembly and reassemble the camera.

Shimming the PL Mount

Removing and replacing the PL Mount

Steps to remove and replace the PL lens mount and adjust shims.

Help

How to Get the Latest Software Updates

How to check for and install the latest software updates for optimal performance.

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