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RED Epic User Manual

RED Epic
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EPIC | SCARLET | V6.0
RED DRAGON | MYSTERIUM-X | MONOCHROME
RED.COM
RED DSMC OPERATION GUIDE:
EPIC/SCARLET

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RED Epic Specifications

General IconGeneral
SensorMysterium-X
Resolution5120 x 2700 (5K)
Lens MountPL Mount
Frame Rates1-120 fps
Dynamic Range13.5 stops
Recording FormatREDCODE RAW
MediaREDMAG (SSD)
Weight5 lbs (2.3 kg) body only
Sensor Size27.7 mm x 14.6 mm
Operating Temperature32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Summary

EPIC/SCARLET Introduction

DSMC BRAIN

The central component housing image capture electronics and digital image sensor for the DSMC system.

RED Digital Sensors

Details the different RED sensors (DRAGON, MYSTERIUM-X, MONOCHROME) equipped in EPIC/SCARLET BRAINs.

R3D File Format and REDCODE

Explains the R3D RAW data format and the REDCODE wavelet-based compression codec.

Shoot For Video and Stills

Highlights the DSMC's capability to simultaneously capture high-resolution video and still images.

Post Production with REDCINE-X PRO

Introduces REDCINE-X PRO as a toolset for editing, organizing, and preparing R3D files.

EPIC/SCARLET System Components

BRAIN

Details the DSMC BRAIN as the image processing center and its PWR/REC button and LEDs.

DSMC Media Modules

Describes DSMC media modules, including SSD side modules and their connectors.

EPIC/SCARLET Basic Operations

POWER OPERATIONS

Details the basic power operations of the DSMC system, including power inputs and turn on/off.

Record and Monitor Audio

SET UP AUDIO

Guides users on setting up audio inputs, pre-amplifiers, and mix settings.

REDMOTE Operation

CONTROLS, CONNECTORS, AND LEDS

Details the REDMOTE controls, connectors, and color LCD display layout.

PAIR THE REDMOTE

Provides methods for pairing the REDMOTE to a DSMC via dock or wirelessly.

UPGRADE REDMOTE FIRMWARE

Details the process for upgrading REDMOTE firmware using Mac or Windows.

Timecode, Genlock, Multi-Camera Setup

TIMECODE

Explains timecode as a sequence for footage/audio management and synchronization.

SET UP INTERNAL TIMECODE

Guides on setting up and adjusting internal timecode generated by the camera.

INPUT EXTERNAL TIMECODE

Details how to set up and adjust timecode generated by an external device.

GENLOCK

Defines genlock as a tri-level signal for synchronizing video and audio systems.

MASTER/SLAVE OPERATION

Details Master/Slave configuration for synchronized camera operation, common in 3D productions.

SET UP STEREO/3D CONFIGURATION

Provides procedures for connecting two DSMC BRAINs in Master/Slave for 3D operation.

SET UP A CAMERA ARRAY

Guides on setting up a camera array by syncing multiple cameras via Ethernet.

SET UP MOTION CONTROL (MOCO)

Explains Motion Control (MoCo) for automating camera movements using GPIO signals.

Upgrade DSMC Firmware

UPGRADE CAMERA FIRMWARE

Details the process for installing the most recent camera firmware from the RED website.

DSMC Maintenance

CLEAN THE CAMERA SENSOR OR OLPF

Provides guidance on cleaning the sensitive camera sensor or OLPF.

Troubleshoot Your DSMC

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING

Covers general troubleshooting steps for common DSMC issues.

FIRMWARE DOES NOT UPGRADE

Troubleshooting steps for firmware upgrade failures.

GENERAL: MODULE OR LENS MOUNT NOT FUNCTIONING

Steps for resolving issues where modules or lens mounts are not functioning.

CAMERA DOES NOT RECOGNIZE LENS

Troubleshooting steps when the camera fails to recognize an attached lens.

SCREEN FREEZES OR DOES NOT DISPLAY

Troubleshooting steps when the screen freezes or does not display.

“CRITICAL FAILURE” OR “SERIOUS ERROR” MESSAGES

Troubleshooting steps for critical failure or serious error messages during operation.

ERROR 0X00000020

Troubleshooting steps for the specific 'Error 0x00000020' message.

CAMERA DOES NOT TURN ON

Troubleshooting steps when the camera fails to turn on or boot up.

PERFORM A HARD RESTORE

Guides on performing a Hard Restore to resolve camera firmware issues.

IMAGE APPEARS GRAINY

Troubleshooting steps for grainy images or footage.

TIMECODE OR GENLOCK DOES NOT FUNCTION

Troubleshooting steps when timecode or genlock functionality is not working.

Technical Specifications

EPIC DRAGON

Technical specifications for the EPIC DRAGON camera model.

SCARLET DRAGON

Technical specifications for the SCARLET DRAGON camera model.

EPIC MYSTERIUM-X

Technical specifications for the EPIC MYSTERIUM-X camera model.

SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X

Technical specifications for the SCARLET MYSTERIUM-X camera model.

Menu Map

MENU MAP

Provides a visual overview of the DSMC camera's menu structure.

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