Release Build 15 (v2.2.5)
Release Date: 2008-04-08
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Build 15, RED ONE camera firmware v2.2.5 Apr 08, 2008

REDCODE 36 Quality setting, 3K 2:1 and 16:9 record resolution, Audio playback, Simultaneous RED-EVF, RED-LCD and HD-SDI/HDMI outputs, Shutter speed reporting in Degrees or 1/xx Sec format, Increased frame rate for 2K recording modes, Anamorphic 2:1 recording modes, Camera LOOK file export/import, Addition of root directory (.RDM) to digital media, Streamlined media formatting and Black Shading algorithms. False Color Focus meter

Installation Instructions for Build 15, RED ONE camera firmware v2.2.5

• Click on the 2.2.5 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_15_red_one_v2.2.5 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_15_red_one_v2.2.5_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (value specific to camera) Build 15 Version 2.2.5

• Installation is now complete.

Note: After upgrading a BLACK SHADING calibration should be performed. Ensure the lens cap is in place and a formatted CF card is installed before starting a BLACK SHADING operation. Detailed instructions are contained in the Operations Guide.

Significant changes since Build 13.

• Addition of RECODE 36 Compression Quality Setting.

• Addition of 3K and 3K 2:1 record modes.

• On-camera audio playback (headphone, mini-XLR and HDMI)

• Increased frame rate (100+fps) for 2K recording modes.

• 2:1 lens Anamorphic (ANA) recording modes for 2K, 3K, 4K

• Support for simultaneous RED-EVF, RED-LCD and HD-SDI/HDMI outputs.

• MONITOR / ACTIVE parameter replaced by MONITOR / PREVIEW parameter

• Addition of Relative Shutter Speed control

• Shutter speed reporting in Degrees or 1/xx Sec format.

• Improved Shutter speed / angle reporting in SYNCRO and RELATIVE modes

• Shutter speed / angle outside requested value indicator.

• Enhancement of Frame Rate Ramping control.

• Varispeed settings remembered across power cycle

• Enhancement of Histograms to logarithmic based display.

• False Color Focus indicator (red edge highlight over monochrome)

• Camera LOOK file export/import to SD Card.

• Addition of root directory (.RDM) to digital media.

• Addition of full size _F QuickTime Reference Movie

• Adjusted QuickTime file so audio displays as discreet channels

• Streamlined media formatting algorithms.

• Rejection of unqualified media

• Enhanced Black Shading routine.

• Improved RED-DRIVE data synchronization

• Updated RED-EVF color and gamma calibration

• Changed EVF default to Dark Detail ON

• Change of fan default to AUTO (SILENT in record, otherwise VARIABLE)

• Resolution of D.C offset in audio recordings

• Change of Headphone level default to -6dB.

• User activation (re-activation) of +48V Phantom Power on power cycle. Note: Use of +48VPhantom Power not recommended unless using the new RED XLR-to-mini-XLR cable adaptor (single cable with integrated adaptor). Use of XLR-to-mini-XLR adaptor and mini-XLR-to-mini-XLR cable (an adaptor and a cable) should NOT be used. If you need this new XLR-to-mini-XLR cable adaptor, please contact RED for a replacement.

• Removal of User Guides A B C D

• Adjusted GUI to display D.C instead of A.C with 12V power sources.

• Clip Name and starting Timecode in status display on playback.

• Use meter reports in hours rather than minutes.

• Fixed image separation bug when in timelapse record.

Known firmware restrictions for Build 15, RED ONE v2.2.5

• GUI not available on HD PREVIEW outputs if LCD and EVF active.

• Exposure below 1/24th sec not available in TIMELAPSE menu.

• Zoom is not available during record for 4K resolutions.

• Timecode output not enabled on LEMO 5 pin connector.

• Audio and Timecode not present in HD-SDI outputs.

• Force Reel will not protect user from duplicating reel numbers.

• End user may not edit the filename of a LOOK file.

• May not exchange LOOK files with REDALERT! or REDCINE.

• Audio playback in REDALERT! and REDCINE is not enabled.

• Noise may be present on +48V Phantom Power Output.

• RED-LCD display may exhibit tearing on last few lines in playback mode.

• 4K 16:9 recording not supported by REDALERT! or QuickTime applications.

• EVF blanks for 3 seconds exiting OPEN GATE in SYNC refresh mode.

• EVF blanks for 3 seconds after change in Project Resolution in SYNC refresh mode.

• EVF blanks for 3 seconds after exiting MAGNIFY in 4K resolution in SYNC refresh mode.

• EVF may blank for 3 seconds after Varispeed frame rate change in SYNC refresh mode.

• Safe Action / Safe Title not correctly positioned for ANA recordings

• _F QuickTime proxies not fully supported by QuickTime applications.

• 4K 16:9 _F, _H, _M and _P QuickTimes may crash QuickTime Player.

• Dual Link HD-SDI outputs replicate HD PREVIEW or PLAYBACK HD-SDI signal.

Copyright© 2008 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 13 (v1.8.8)
Release Date: 2008-01-18
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Build 13, RED ONE camera firmware v1.8.8 Jan 16, 2008

Resolution of audio hiss on boot up.

Installation Instructions for Build 13, RED ONE camera firmware v1.8.8

• Click on the 1.8.8 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_12_red_one_v1.8.8 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_13_red_one_v.1.8.8_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (n/a or value specific to camera) Build 13 Version 1.8.8

• Installation is now complete.

Note: Following this firmware upgrade, a BLACK SHADING calibration MUST be performed. See User Guide for detailed instruction notes.

Significant changes since Build 12

• Resolution of audio hiss on camera boot up.d on request in status display.

Known firmware restrictions for Build 13, version v1.8.8

• 4K 2:1 at 29.97 is not supported with CF Card, only with RED-DRIVE.

• Audio playback on camera is not enabled.

• Audio playback in RED-ALERT and RED-CINE is not enabled.

• No variable gain limiter in headphone output (may sound quiet or clip).

• 4K recording is not yet supported by RED ALERT or by QuickTime Player.

• 4K _H, _M and _P QuickTimes created by camera crash QuickTime Player.

• RED-LCD plus Preview HD-SDI monitor output simultaneously active not supported.

• RED-EVF, RED-LCD, Preview HD-SDI, HDMI simultaneously active not yet supported.

• Dual Link HD-SDI outputs always replicate 720p PREVIEW or PLAYBACK HD-SDI signal.

• Audio and Timecode not present in HD-SDI or HDMI outputs.

• Use meter reports in minutes rather than hours.

• On boot up, n/a being reported as P.I.N number on camera s/n 001 – 100.

Copyright© 2008 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 12 (v1.8.6)
Release Date: 2007-12-28
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Build 12, RED ONE camera firmware v1.8.6 Dec 24 , 2007

Audio Recording and Metering, OPEN GATE mode for RED-EVF, SYNC Mode for RED-EVF, False Color and Zebra on HDMI and PVW HD-SDI, GMT Time and Day with Time Zone offset, Programmable GPIO’s, Interval and Trigger based TimeLapse, Frame Rate Ramping, Black Shading Calibration / Highlight Streak Suppression

Note: Unless upgrading from a previous version of Build 12, a BLACK SHADING calibration must be performed. This parameter is located in SYSTEM / MAINTENANCE. Ensure that the lens cap is in place and a formatted CF card is installed before starting a BLACK SHADING operation. More detailed instructions are contained in the System Menus section of the Operations Guide.

Installation Instructions for Build 12, RED ONE camera firmware Beta v1.8.6

• Click on the 1.8.6 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_10_red_one_v1.8.6 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_11_red_one_v.1.8.6_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (n/a or value specific to camera) Build 12 Version 1.8.6

• Installation is now complete.

Note: Following this firmware upgrade, a BLACK SHADING calibration MUST be performed. See User Guide for detailed instruction notes.

Significant changes since Build 11.

• Audio recording and metering (playback on camera is currently not supported)

• Audio playback via QuickTime Reference Files and QuickTime Player / FCP.

• Addition of OPEN GATE mode for Viewfinder and other Monitor outputs

• Addition of False Color and Zebras to HDMI and PVW HD-SDI outputs.

• Removed SYSTEM/SETUP/RECORD MODE, returned to Checkbox enable for Varispeed

• Interval based TimeLapse.

• Frame rate ramping mode.

• Added GPIO programmability.

• Addition of SET TIME (Hours / Minutes / Seconds) in SETUP menus.

• Addition of TimeZone Offset to (GMT) time and day settings.

• Media directory now formatted as Camera Letter + Reel Number + Date.

• Addition of BACK SHADING (black level calibration) in MAINTENANCE

• Timecode displayed by QuickTime Player with QuickTime Reference movies created by camera at 50.00 and 59.97 fps Project Frame Rates corrected.

• TINT parameter reset to default value (0) on change of Color Temp value.

• Changed default timecode DISPLAY to TIME CODE ( time of day)

• Changed default FAN mode to VARIABLE.

• Deletion of Hours / Minutes / Seconds reset from TIMECODE menu.

• Deletion of 2.35 and 1.85a Frame Guides (2.39 a.k.a 2.40 and 1.85 are guides are available)

Additional significant changes since Build 10

• Addition of 29.97 fps Project Frame Rate for 4K 2:1 record resolution.

• Increased Varispeed range to 1 – 30 fps for 4K 2:1 record resolution.

• Increased data rate of 4K (16:9) recording mode.

• Increased data rate of 2K (16:9) recording mode.

• Addition of GPO tally at completion of STEP RECORD enabled in TIMELAPSE

Additional significant changes since Build 9.

• Support for RED-EVF plus Preview HD-SDI / HDMI output simultaneously active.

• Addition of user selectable Video or Video + GUI monitoring modes on RED-LCD.

• Addition of 2K 2:1 recording mode.

• Addition of 50.00 and 59.94 Project Frame Rates for 2K and 2K 2:1 recording modes.

• Addition of 50 fps / 60 fps selection for HD-SDI outputs (720p/50 or 720p/59.94)

• Addition of GPI trigger enabled TIMELAPSE (one shot) recording.

• Addition of GPI trigger enabled RECORD and GPO external tally output signals.

• Addition of RGB COMPOSITE or LUMINANCE Histogram in default GUI display.

• Addition of RGB Channel Exposure Meter in default GUI display.

• Addition of SPOT EXPOSURE meter in METER selection in VIDEO/AV MENU/VIEWFINDER.

• Addition of DARK DETAIL mode for RED-EVF

• Addition of SYNCED or FIXED refresh rates for RED-EVF in SYSTEM/MONITOR.

• Addition of RECORD MODE parameter (NORMAL / VARISPEED / TIMELAPSE) in SETUP.

• Addition of enable checkbox for USER 1 and USER 2 keys in KEYMAP submenu.

• Addition of VARIABLE fan speed mode to SYSTEM/SETUP/MAINTANCE/FAN.

Additional significant changes since Build 8.

• Playback of recorded clips on camera.

• Cue to beginning of existing clips, step through recorded clip list

• Normal, Fast Forward and Reverse playback.

• Addition of Simple Exposure Meter – indicates clipping in R G B channels

• Enhanced Focus Assist Algorithm with adjustable sample window

• Enhanced False Color Exposure Meter with new Skin Tone indication (Pink band)

• Toggle of METERS ON/OFF by User Key of RED-EVF

• Toggle of COLOR ON/OFF by User Key of RED-EVF

• Simplified VIEWFINDER menu structure.

• Change to project logic. Change of Resolution no longer forces New Project.

• Improved Accuracy of Time Code when not in Jam Sync (external reference) mode

• Fixed Edge Code reporting as 1.00.00.000 on power cycle

• Camera log file created on media unmount

• PIN, Build and Version data reported on request in status display

• Use meter data reported on request in status display

Known firmware restrictions for Build 12, RED ONE v1.8.6

• Audio playback on camera is not enabled

• Audio playback in RED-ALERT and RED-CINE is not enabled.

• No variable gain limiter in headphone output (may sound quiet or clip)

• 4K recording is not yet supported by RED ALERT or by QuickTime Player.

• 4K _H, _M and _P QuickTimes created by camera crash QuickTime Player.

• RED-LCD plus Preview HD-SDI monitor output simultaneously active not supported.

• RED-EVF, RED-LCD, Preview HD-SDI, HDMI simultaneously active not yet supported.

• Dual Link HD-SDI outputs always replicate 720p PREVIEW or PLAYBACK HD-SDI signal.

• Audio and Timecode not present in HD-SDI or HDMI outputs

• RGB Channel Exposure Meter viewed on HDMI monitor has erratic behavior.

• Use meter reports in minutes rather than hours.

• Possibility of n/a being reported as P.I.N number on boot up.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 11 (v1.7.0)
Release Date: 2007-11-30
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Build 11, RED ONE camera firmware v1.7.0 Nov 30, 2007

Increased data rate for 4K and 2K record resolutions, 29.97 Project Frame Rate for 4K 2:1. 1 – 30 fps Variable Frame Rate for 4K 2:1, Step Record GPO tally for STEP RECORD in Timelapse mode.

Installation Instructions for BETA Build 11, RED ONE camera firmware v1.7.0

• Click on the 1.7.0 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_10_red_one_v1.7.0 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_11_red_one_v.1.7.0_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (n/a or value specific to camera) Build 11 Version 1.7.0

• Installation is now complete.

Significant changes since Build 10, RED ONE v1.6.4

• Added 29.97 fps Project Frame Rate for 4K 2:1 record resolution.

• Increased Varispeed range to 1 – 30 fps for 4K 2:1 record resolution.

• Increased data rate of 4K (16:9) recording mode.

• Increased data rate of 2K (16:9) recording mode.

• Addition of GPO tally at completion of STEP RECORD enabled in TIMELAPSE

• Change to SYNCED refresh mode as default for RED-EVF.

Known firmware restrictions for Build 11, RED ONE v 1.7.0

• Varispeed recording must first be enabled in SYSTEM/SETUP/RECORD MODE

• Open Gate function in VIDEO/AV MENU/VIEWFINDER is not operational

• INTERVAL (a.k.a CONTINUOUS) mode in Timelapse is not operational

• Timecode displayed by QuickTime Player with QUickTime Reference movies created by camera under 50.00 and 59.97 fps Project Frame Rates incorrect.

• 4K recording is not yet supported by RED ALERT or by QuickTime Player.

• 4K _H, _M and _P QuickTimes created by camera crash QuickTime Player.

• RED-LCD plus Preview HD-SDI monitor output simultaneously active not supported.

• RED-EVF, RED-LCD, Preview HD-SDI, HDMI simultaneously active not yet supported.

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• Audio recording, monitoring or playback are not supported in this release.

• Dual Link HD-SDI outputs always replicate 720p PREVIEW or PLAYBACK HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable within each record resolution are enabled.

• RGB Channel Exposure Meter viewed on HDMI monitor may exhibit erratic behavior.

• Cannot reset Hours / Minutes / Seconds in TIMECODE menus.

• Possibility of n/a being reported as P.I.N number on boot up.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

• 4K (16:9) recording is enabled in this build, and is supported by REDCINE on both Macintosh OSX and Windows XP platforms. At the time of this software release, 4K QuickTime reference movies created by the camera will crash QuickTime Player and RED ALERT is not compatible with 4K (16:9) recordings. Therefore treat with due caution, especially for commercial jobs.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 8 (v1.3.6)
Release Date: 2007-10-28
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Build 8, RED ONE camera firmware v1.3.6 Oct 28, 2007

New Items: Eliminates “CODEC ERROR” reported in high detail 4K 2:1 recordings. Support for RED-EVF display, Tri-Level Sync Genlock, 2K Record, 4K (Test) Record, Variable Frame Rate Recording, QuickTime movie creation, Improved Accuracy of Auto White Balance, Initial versions of Exposure and Focus Meter, Luminance Histogram

Installation Instructions for Build 8, RED ONE camera firmware v1.3.6

• Click on the 1.3.6 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_8_red_one_v1.3.6 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_8_red_one_v1.3.6_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (n/a or value specific to camera) Build 8 Version 1.3.6

Significant changes since Build 8, RED ONE v1.3.5

• Eliminates “CODEC ERROR” reported in high detail 4K 2:1 recordings

Significant changes since Build 6, RED ONE v1.1.3

• Support for RED-EVF display

• Tri-Level Sync Genlock (shutter lock)

• ASA based exposure control

• Improved accuracy of Auto White Balance calculation

• Additional shutter speeds at 1/25, 1/30, 1/400, 1/800, 1/1200

• 2K at Project Frame Rates of 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00 fps

• Variable Frame Rate recording at 1 – 25 fps 4K, 4K 2:1, 1 – 75 fps 2K

• Improved Accuracy of Time Code in Jam Sync (external reference) mode

• On-camera QuickTime movie creation for 4K, 4K 2:1 and 2K

• Selection of Edge Code or Time Code as primary time display.

• Waveform based exposure display (preliminary version)

• Histogram based exposure displays (preliminary version)

• Waveform based focus assist (preliminary version)

• Additional Frame Guides – USER C and D

• Reporting of Build, Version and P.I.N at conclusion of boot up

Known firmware restrictions for Build 8, RED ONE v 1.3.6

• Edge Code reports as 1.00.00.000 on power cycle – but records correctly

• 4K recording is not yet supported by RED ALERT or by QuickTime Player.

• 4K _H, _M and _P QuickTime files created by camera crash QuickTime Player.

• Two or more monitor outputs simultaneously active is not yet supported.

• RED-DRIVE is not fully supported in this release

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• TimeLapse is not supported in this release.

• Clip playback is not supported in this release.

• Audio is not supported in this release.

• Cannot reset TIME value in TIMECODE menu – must reset using terminal connection.

• Dual LInk HD-SDI outputs always replicate PREVIEW HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable in each record resolution are enabled.

• Scaling of waveform meters is not optimized (preliminary implementation)

• Possibility of n/a being reported as P.I.N number on boot up.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

• 4K (16:9 aspect ratio) recording is enabled in this build, however RED ALERT playback software is yet available for 4K (16:9) Treat with due caution, without post procuction software support this recording mode is not recommended for commercial jobs.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 7 (v1.3.5)
Release Date: 2007-10-18
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Build 8, RED ONE camera firmware v1.3.5 Oct 18, 2007

Note: Superceeded by v1.3.6, which offers the same feature set.

Installation Instructions for Build 8, RED ONE camera firmware v1.3.5

• Click on the 1.3.5 firmware download link at www.red.com/support web site

• Verify the folder ” build_8_red_one_v1.3.5 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_8_red_one_v1.3.5_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up, verify the camera rear status reports back

  PIN (n/a or value specific to camera) Build 8 Version 1.3.5

Significant changes since Build 6, RED ONE v1.1.3

• Support for RED-EVF display

• Tri-Level Sync Genlock (shutter lock)

• ASA based exposure control

• Improved accuracy of Auto White Balance calculation

• Additional shutter speeds at 1/25, 1/30, 1/400, 1/800, 1/1200

• 2K at Project Frame Rates of 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00 fps

• Variable Frame Rate recording at 1 – 25 fps 4K, 4K 2:1, 1 – 75 fps 2K

• Improved Accuracy of Time Code in Jam Sync (external reference) mode

• On-camera QuickTime movie creation for 4K, 4K 2:1 and 2K

• Selection of Edge Code or Time Code as primary time display.

• Waveform based exposure display (preliminary version)

• Histogram based exposure displays (preliminary version)

• Waveform based focus assist (preliminary version)

• Additional Frame Guides – USER C and D

• Reporting of Build, Version and P.I.N at conclusion of boot up

Known firmware restrictions for Build 8, RED ONE v 1.3.5

• Edge Code reports as 1.00.00.000 on power cycle – but records correctly

• 4K recording is not yet supported by RED ALERT or by QuickTime Player.

• 4K _H, _M and _P QuickTime files created by camera crash QuickTime Player.

• Two or more monitor outputs simultaneously active is not yet supported.

• RED-DRIVE is not fully supported in this release

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• TimeLapse is not supported in this release.

• Clip playback is not supported in this release.

• Audio is not supported in this release.

• Cannot reset TIME value in TIMECODE menu – must reset using terminal connection.

• Dual LInk HD-SDI outputs always replicate PREVIEW HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable in each record resolution are enabled.

• Scaling of waveform meters is not optimized (preliminary implementation)

• Possibility of n/a being reported as P.I.N number on boot up.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

• 4K (16:9 aspect ratio) recording is enabled in this build, however RED ALERT playback software is yet available for 4K (16:9) Treat with due caution, without post procuction software support this recording mode is not recommended for commercial jobs.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 6 (v1.2.1)
Release Date: 2007-09-28
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Build 7(a), RED ONE camera alpha test firmware v1.2.1 Sep 28, 2007

THIS CAMERA FIRMWARE IS ALPHA TEST CODE. A COPY MAY BE OBTAINED ON REQUEST

Genlock, 2K Record, Variable Frame Rate, QuickTime movie creation

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Release Build 5 (v1.1.3)
Release Date: 2007-09-25
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Build 6, RED ONE camera firmware release v1.1.3 Sept 25th, 2007

New Items: Addresses reported failure to slow fan speed during record.

Installation Instructions

• Click on the provided download link.

• Verify that the folder ” build_6_red_one_v1.1.3 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_6_red_one_v1.1.3_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up verify the camera reports the SW Version as 2007_09_25_3.

Changes since last release

• Addresses reported failure to slow fan speed during record.

• Note: Previous firmware releases established the capability to lower the fan speeds when entering record. This firmware update resolves the field report that the fan instead remains on at full speed during the recording.

• Additional frame guides: USER C (2.40 safe), USER D (anamorphic)

Known restrictions

• 29.97 and 30.00 fps recording not supported in this release

• 4K 16:9 recording is not supported in this release

• 2K recording is not supported in this release

• Display to RED-EVF is not supported in this release.

• Two or more monitor outputs simultaneously active is not yet supported.

• Recording to RED-RAID and RED-RAM is not supported in this release

• Variable Frame Rate (VariSpeed) is not supported in this release

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• TimeLapse is not supported in this release.

• Clip playback is not supported in this release.

• Audio is not supported in this release.

• Cannot reset TIME value in TIMECODE menu – must reset using terminal connection.

• Genlock (shutter lock to external sync) is not supported in this release

• Dual LInk HD-SDI outputs always replicate PREVIEW HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable in each record resolution are enabled.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 4 (v1.1.2)
Release Date: 2007-09-17
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Build 5, RED ONE camera firmware v1.1.2 Sept 17th, 2007

New Items: Addresses record errors to CF media. Improves RED-LCD visibility.

Installation Instructions

• Click on the provided download link.

• Verify that the folder ” build_5_red_one_v1.1.2 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_5_red_one_v1.1.2_readme ” file included in that folder.

• On power up verify that the camera reports the SW Version as 2007_09_17_2.

Changes since last release

• Addressed reported record errors to CF card digital media.

• Increased brightness and contrast of RED-LCD for improved visibility in daylight and low ambient subject lighting environments.

Known restrictions

• 29.97 and 30.00 fps recording not supported in this release

• 4K 16:9 recording is not supported in this release

• 2K recording is not supported in this release

• Display to RED-EVF is not supported in this release.

• Two or more monitor outputs simultaneously active is not yet supported.

• Recording to RED-RAID and RED-RAM is not supported in this release

• Variable Frame Rate (VariSpeed) is not supported in this release

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• TimeLapse is not supported in this release.

• Clip playback is not supported in this release.

• Audio is not supported in this release.

• Cannot reset TIME value in TIMECODE menu – must reset using terminal connection.

• Genlock (shutter lock to external sync) is not supported in this release

• Dual LInk HD-SDI outputs always replicate PREVIEW HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable in each record resolution are enabled.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

Copyright© 2007 RED Digital Cinema, All Rights Reserved.

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Release Build 3 (v1.0.4)
Release Date: 2007-09-07
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Build 4, RED ONE camera firmware v1.0.4 Sept 7th, 2007

New Items: Reduced Fan Speed on Record, Improved Frame Guides, Improved Rear Status Display

Installation Instructions

• Click on the provided download link.

• Verify that the folder ” build_4_red_one_v1.0.4 ” appears on your desktop

• Follow the instructions contained in the ” build_4_red_one_v1.0.4_readme ” file included in that folder.

Changes since last release

• Recording resolution has been temporarily fixed at 4K 2:1. The RESOLUTION parameter has been temporarily removed from SYSTEM / PROJECT / CONFIGURE.

• Frame rates of 29.97 and 30.00 have been temporarily removed.

• Frame Guides have been updated to better outline the recorded area, and include centered 2.40:1 and 1.85:1 frame guides. USER 1 and USER 2 guides are factory preset, they are not user adjustable.

• The default CURSORS setting is picture CENTER, but ACTION and TITLE may still be selected. Default COLOR for the frame guide and cursors is WHITE.

• 16:9, 14:9 and 4:3 ACTION and TITLE CURSORS are correctly aligned to the image center.

• Slower fan speed on record is now operational. The default setting is QUIET. See SYSTEM/SETUP/MAINTENANCE/FAN to adjust.

• Default monitor output is now HD-SDI. Camera will remember an alternative setting across power cycles if changed in SYSTEM / MONITOR / OUTPUT menu.

• Terminology in the ACTIVE menu has been updated. now EVF, LCD, HDMI, HDSDI

• Rear status display properly reports the true status of the digital media.

• Rear status display now reports no media as ” X ” rather than ” NoN “

• The camera now prevents multiple Project Frame Rates from being recorded on a single piece of digital media. If the media is formatted for 23.98 fps it will not allow a 24.00 or 25.00 project to be recorded to it. Variable frame rates recording, when enabled, will still be possible. This lock only only refers to Project Frame Rate.

• The OUTPUT EFFECTS parameters have been re-located to the VIEWFINDER menu. AV MENU / VIEWFINDER / EFFECTS. Choices are Normal (COLOR check box unchecked), MONOCHROME and FALSE COLOR (COLOR check box checked)

• The RECORD LOCK parameter has been removed from the MAGAZINE menu.

• The menu previously labeled “WHITE BALANC” is now labeled “COLOR TEMP”

Known restrictions

• 29.97 and 30.00 fps recording not supported in this release

• 4K 16:9 recording is not supported in this release

• 2K recording is not supported in this release

• Display to RED-EVF is not supported in this release.

• Two or more monitor outputs simultaneously active is not yet supported.

• Recording to RED-RAID and RED-RAM is not supported in this release

• Variable Frame Rate (VariSpeed) is not supported in this release

• Frame rate ramping is not supported in this release.

• TimeLapse is not supported in this release.

• Clip playback is not supported in this release.

• Audio is not supported in this release.

• Cannot reset TIME value in TIMECODE menu – must reset using terminal connection.

• Dual LInk HD-SDI outputs always replicate PREVIEW HD-SDI signal.

• Not all frame guides selectable in each record resolution are enabled.

Other notes:

• On cameras 1 – 50 the stenciling for the four DIN connectors that provide dual link HD-SDI, Preview HD-SDI and Genlock outputs is incorrect. These should be dual link HD-SDI at the top left / top right, Preview HD-SDI at the lower left and Genlock at the lower right.

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