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RED DSMC EPIC User Manual

RED DSMC EPIC
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EPIC | SCARLET | V5.2
DRAGON | MYSTERIUM-X
RED.COM
RED DSMC
OPERATION GUIDE

Table of Contents

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RED DSMC EPIC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRED
ModelDSMC EPIC
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

DSMC System Introduction

Read Before You Shoot

Essential guide to read before assembling or operating the DSMC system.

DSMC BRAIN

Details the DSMC BRAIN as the image processing center and its core components.

RED Digital Sensors

Overview of the available RED DRAGON and MYSTERIUM-X sensors.

DSMC System Components

DSMC Media and Storage Systems

Describes DSMC media modules, REDMAG, and RED MINI-MAG systems.

DSMC Modules and Power

Details DSMC adaptor modules, power modules, and RED batteries/chargers.

User Interface and Controls

Explains displays, electronic viewfinders, remotes, and controls for the DSMC.

Lens and Optical Components

Covers DSMC lens mounts and interchangeable OLPF systems.

DSMC Basic Operations

Power Operations

Covers basic power inputs, priority, consumption, and status.

Configure Your DSMC

Provides common options for configuring the DSMC system.

Video Monitor Outputs

Details video monitor outputs and categories.

Basic Menus and Controls

DSMC GUI Menu Introduction

Describes the structure and layout of the DSMC graphical user interface.

Upper Status Row (Basic Menu)

Details the GUI elements in the Upper Status Row for camera parameters.

Live Action Area

Explains the GUI elements within the Live Action Area of the display.

Lower Status Row

Describes key system information and camera values in the Lower Status Row.

Navigation Controls

Explains touchscreen and navigation group controls for menus.

Advanced Menus

Settings Menu

Covers camera settings including Display, Look, Project, Audio, Setup, Maintenance.

Media Menu

Details SSD operations like formatting and ejecting media.

Playback Menu

Allows viewing clips recorded to the attached SSD.

Power Menu

Displays power status and options for turning off the camera.

HDR Menu

Configuration for HDRx mode and settings.

Focus Menu

Settings for focus modes, features, and rack focus.

Exposure Assist

Provides access to Auto Exposure (AE) feature settings.

Presets Menu

Manages camera presets, looks, and auto presets.

Record and Monitor Audio

Audio Overview and Data Path

Explains DSMC audio recording capabilities and signal routing.

Set Up Audio

Guides for adjusting audio input, pre-amplifier, headphone, and mix settings.

Audio Channel Configuration

Details channel modes, phantom power, limiter, and pre-amp settings.

Audio Monitoring and Metering

Covers headphone volume control and audio mixer settings.

REDMOTE Operation

REDMOTE Overview and Controls

Introduces the REDMOTE and its controls, connectors, and LEDs.

REDMOTE Interface and Display

Explains soft menu buttons, control modes, and the LCD display menu.

Upgrade REDMOTE Firmware

Instructions for upgrading REDMOTE firmware via Mac or Windows.

Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup

Timecode Setup and Modes

Details timecode basics, display modes, and setup procedures.

Genlock Synchronization

Explains genlock sync modes, monitor sync, and sensor sync.

Multi-Camera and Advanced Sync Setups

Covers master/slave, stereo/3D, camera array, and motion control setups.

Upgrade DSMC Firmware

Verify Current Camera Firmware

Procedure to check the currently installed camera firmware version.

Upgrade DSMC Firmware

Step-by-step guide to install the latest camera firmware.

DSMC Maintenance

Brain and Accessory Exterior Surfaces

Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces of the DSMC and accessories.

Screen and Optical Component Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning LCD/EVF screens and camera sensors/OLPFs.

Troubleshoot Your DSMC

Perform a Stress Test

Procedure to ensure system reliability and stability under prolonged operation.

Firmware and Preset Issues

Troubleshooting steps for firmware upgrade and preset application failures.

Connectivity and Display Issues

Resolves issues with external control, lens recognition, REDMOTE pairing, and screen menus.

Image and Audio Troubleshooting

Addresses screen freezes, grainy images, color issues, audio recording, and clip errors.

Technical Specifications

Camera Model Specifications

Detailed specifications for EPIC DRAGON, SCARLET DRAGON, and MYSTERIUM-X models.

BRAIN DIMENSIONS

Epic Brain Dimensions and Views

Provides front, side, top, bottom, and back views with dimensions.

Input/Output Connectors

HD-SDI Out

Details the HD-SDI output specifications and formats.

HDMI Out

Specifies the HDMI output capabilities and formats.

Headphone

Describes the 3.5mm stereo headphone jack for audio monitoring.

SYNC (Video Sync In)

Explains the 4-pin LEMO connector for timecode, genlock, and GPI signals.

CTRL (RS232 Control)

Details the 4-pin LEMO connector for RS232 remote control.

GIG-E (Ethernet)

Covers the 9-pin LEMO connector for gigabit Ethernet connection.

DC IN (Power Input)

Describes the 6-pin LEMO connector for DC input power.

MIC-1, MIC-2 (Microphone Audio)

Details the 3.5mm microphone jacks for analog audio inputs.

Lens Mounts and Lenses

Lens Mounts

Describes DSMC lens mounts and their configuration options.

Lens Mount Installation and Removal

Provides procedures for removing and installing lens mounts.

DSMC PL Mount Supported Lenses

Lists lenses compatible with DSMC PL mounts.

Canon EF Lenses

Details attaching and detaching Canon EF lenses.

Nikon F-Mount Lenses

Describes attaching and detaching Nikon F-Mount lenses.

DSMC Canon Mount Supported Lenses

Lists lenses electronically supported by the DSMC Canon Mount.

DSMC Nikon Mount Supported Lenses

Lists lenses electronically supported by the DSMC Nikon Mount.

DSMC Leica-M Mount Lenses

Compatibility information for Leica M-series lenses.

Default Key Functions

CAMERA BRAIN

Lists default key functions for the camera BRAIN.

SIDE SSD MODULE

Lists default key functions for the side SSD module.

LCD (BRAIN AND REAR)

Lists default key functions for LCDs connected to the BRAIN.

EVF (BRAIN AND REAR)

Lists default key functions for EVFs connected to the BRAIN.

REDMOTE

Lists default key functions for the REDMOTE controller.

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