RED ONE User Manual

Nov 12 2008 Copyright RED Digital Cinema
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RED ONE™ CAMERA: OPERATIONS GUIDE
(Firmware Build 18 – BETA - Version 3.6.0)
Sections: Page
1. Before You Start 2
2. Camera Assembly 3
3. Physical Controls 5
4. Theory of Operation 9
5. Basic Operation 16
6. Sensor Menu Controls 23
7. Audio Video Menu Controls 31
8. System Menu Controls 39
Appendix A. Upgrading camera firmware 60
Appendix B. Digital Media Management 62
Appendix C: Input and Output Connectors 66
Appendix D: Post Production 75

RED ONE Specifications

General

Frame Rates	1-120 fps
Lens Mount	PL Mount
Recording Format	REDCODE RAW
Sensor Size	24.4mm x 13.7mm
Resolution (pixels)	4520 x 2540
Video Output	HD-SDI
Weight	10 lbs (body only)
Recording Media	CF card

Summary

1. Before You Start

2. Camera Assembly

Attaching the RED-LCD or RED-EVF

Connects viewfinder displays to the camera body.

Connecting Media and Power

Details inserting media, attaching battery, and powering up.

3. Physical Controls and Connectors

PL Lens Mount and User Keys

Details the PL lens mount and User Keys 1 & 2 functions.

Camera Ports and Interfaces

Details various input/output ports (A-N) on the camera body.

Power and Media Interfaces

4. Theory of Operation

Mysterium Sensor and Image Processing

Details sensor capabilities and data processing methods.

Audio and Video Capabilities

Covers audio inputs, outputs, and video monitoring outputs.

Monitor Outputs and Displays

Details RED-LCD, HD-SDI, HDMI, and EVF interfaces.

Digital Magazines and Media Handling

Covers digital magazines, record indication, metadata, and clip naming.

SMPTE Timecode and Power

Explains SMPTE Timecode and camera power consumption.

5. Basic Operation

Control System and Status Display

Explains command inputs via rear display and buttons.

Setting Up a Project

Steps to configure project settings like Quality, Time Base, Resolution.

Recording and Playback

6. SENSOR MENU Controls

Monitor Controls (RED-LCD/EVF)

Details RED-LCD and RED-EVF controls and features.

Sensitivity and Color Temperature

How to adjust sensitivity (ISO) and color temperature.

Shutter and Tint Settings

Adjusting Tint, Shutter Menu, Speed, and Modes.

Varispeed and Timelapse

Varispeed Features (Ramp, Time, End Rate)

Details ramp settings for variable frame rates.

Timelapse Setup (Speed, Interval, Burst)

Configuring Timelapse for single frame capture.

7. AUDIO / VIDEO MENU Controls

View Settings (REDspace, REC709, RAW)

Choosing monitor path image processing modes.

Look, Color, Gain, Tone

Adjusting visual parameters for monitor path.

Viewfinder and Analysis Tools

Adjusting viewfinder and using analysis tools like False Color.

Audio Input and Headphone Output

Adjusting microphone input levels and headphone output.

8. System Menu Controls

Sound and Media Management

Configuring audio channels and managing digital media.

Pre-Record Functionality

Enabling continuous loop recording before event.

Media Operations (Unmount, Format, Change, Reset)

Procedures for managing media like unmounting and formatting.

Project Menu Settings

Slate and Configure Options

Identifying camera and defining project parameters.

Timecode and QT Proxies

Setting timecode and enabling QuickTime reference movies.

Monitor Menu Controls

Frame Guides and Protect Areas

Selecting and customizing frame guides and safe areas.

Test Signals and Output Settings

Using test signals and configuring HD-SDI, HDMI, EVF outputs.

Setup Menu

Preferences and User Profiles

Defining system preferences and managing user profiles.

Keymap and User Keys

Mapping functions to user keys on the camera body.

Timelapse, GPIO, Polarity, Playback

Configuring timelapse, GPIO, polarity, and playback settings.

Display and Maintenance

Customizing GUI elements and managing fan/updates.

Fan Control and Black Shading

Configuring fan behavior and calibrating sensor black levels.

Restore and Software Updates

Resetting settings and initiating software updates.

Clock and Remote Settings

Setting the Camera Clock

Adjusting the camera's real-time clock.

Remote Lens Communication (S4/i)

Enabling communication with S4/i compatible lenses.

Appendix A: Upgrading Camera Firmware

Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Steps for downloading and installing firmware updates.

Appendix B: Managing Digital Media

Media Types and Formatting

Details media capacities and formatting procedures.

Media Operations (Removal and Copying)

Procedures for safely removing and copying media.

Appendix C: Input and Output Connectors

Power and Drive Interfaces

Details DC power input and e-SATA drive interfaces.

Auxiliary Power, Timecode, and Aux 232

Describes auxiliary power, timecode, and Aux/RS232 ports.

Audio and Video Interfaces

Details audio inputs, outputs, EVF/LCD, and USB interfaces.

Genlock and Program HD-SDI

Explains Genlock input and Program HD-SDI outputs.

Preview HD-SDI and HDMI Outputs

Details Preview HD-SDI and HDMI output signals and modes.

Appendix D: Post Production Workflow

RED Workflow and Software Tools

Overview of RED workflow and essential software like RED Alert!.

RED QuickTime Codec and REDCINE

Codec for playback and REDCINE for editing and export.

RED Alert! Functions

Performing white balance, color correction, and exporting files.

Color Correction and Presets

Adjusting color parameters and saving presets in RED Alert!.

REDCINE Operations and Tutorials

REDCINE features for editing, export, and available tutorial videos.