V-RAPTOR XL 8K VV FIRMWARE

V-RAPTOR XL Release Build 1.4.2 January 18, 2023

IMPORTANT

• Download the latest REDCINE-X PRO from https://www.red.com/downloads

UPGRADE V-RAPTOR FIRMWARE

1. 1. Copy the upgrade folder (containing the upgrade.bin file) to the top directory on the CFexpress card.
2. 2. Power up the camera and insert a CFexpress card into the V-RAPTOR media slot.
3. 3. Go to Menu > Maintenance > Upgrade and select OK.
4. 4. The camera starts the upgrade process which will automatically restart the camera.
5. 5. After the camera restarts to complete the upgrade process, select RESTART once it appears.
6. 6. Go to Menu > System Settings > System Status > Camera Info to verify the firmware version after the camera boots.

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES SINCE RAPTOR 1.4.1beta

• None

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES SINCE RAPTOR 1.4.0beta

• Added V-RAPTOR 8K S35 Support
• Added access to Cloud Upload menu without media inserted

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES SINCE RAPTOR 1.3.4

• Added V-RAPTOR 8K S35 Support
• Added access to Cloud Upload menu without media inserted
• Added Cloud Upload capability (Frame.io and S3)
• Added DSMC3 RED Touch 7" OS 5.1 upgrade
• Added TCP Streaming Option for RED Connect
• Added OWC 325GB and 640GB support
• Added Lexar Professional 1TB and 2TB support
• Added Wise 640GB support
• Improved Sensor Flip Calibration Process
• Fixed Side UI battery percentage accuracy
• Fixed incorrect ND value during Playback
• Fixed blank LCD when first entering Playback

OPERATIONAL NOTES

• RED CONNECT is a license enabled feature, for more info see https://support.red.com/hc/en-us/articles/7391709361683
• Calibration must be performed in Sensor Flip mode.
• Some devices may experience intermittent connection issue over USB-C tethering.
• Warning message will occur with unapproved Media and Batteries.

Copyright (c) 2004-2023 RED Digital Cinema, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

V-RAPTOR XL Release Build 1.3.4 September 27, 2022

IMPORTANT

• Download the latest REDCINE-X PRO from https://www.red.com/downloads

UPGRADE V-RAPTOR XL FIRMWARE

1. 1. Copy the upgrade folder (containing the upgrade.bin file) to the top directory on the CFexpress card.
2. 2. Power up the camera and insert a CFexpress card into the V-RAPTOR media slot.
3. 3. Go to Menu > Maintenance > Upgrade and select OK.
4. 4. The camera starts the upgrade process which will automatically restart the camera.
5. 5. After the camera restarts to complete the upgrade process, select RESTART once it appears.
6. 6. Go to Menu > System Settings > System Status > Camera Info to verify the firmware version after the camera boots.

SIGNIFICANT CHANGES SINCE RELEASE 1.2.7

• Added ELQ R3D Quality
• Added RED CONNECT (BETA) - Full Resolution Live R3D Streaming (See Operational Notes Below)
• Added AF Improvements
• Added Quiet Record Fan Control
• Added DSMC3 Monitor through-camera firmware update support (Requires SmallHD OS5 or later)
• Added enhanced timecode behavior
• Added User calibration optimization reducing process from several minutes to approximately 30 seconds
• Added discrete monitor LUT support
• Added Basic, Standard and Technical overlay mode
• Added Tint to SDI Advanced Overlay
• Added Overlay Opacity control
• Added voltage display for non-communicating batteries
• Added Low Voltage Warning control
• Added QR code support for Wi-Fi passwords
• Added RCP2 external lens data support
• Added 'Auto' to Top LCD Resolution menu
• Added RED PRO 1.3TB and 4TB support
• Added Angelbird AV PRO MK2 660GB, 1320GB, 2TB and 4TB support
• Added Exascend Archon 2TB CFx support
• Added ProGrade 325GB and 650GB support
• Fixed custom preset disappearing when assigned to user page
• Fixed unintended RF lens motor movement in manual mode
• Fixed Sigma Cine lens communication issue
• Fixed incorrectly displayed minimum lens F stop
• Fixed incorrect scrolling text
• Fixed issue with Sensor Flip calibration
• Fixed horizontal tear in 4K 8:1 at HFR
• Fixed horizontal tear in Flip/Mirror mode
• Fixed 'low speed' message with SanDisk CFx card
• Fixed refresh of LUT menu after import or delete
• Fixed slow/stalled playback of long clip
• Fixed EF lens detection on startup in AF mode
• Fixed CFx Time Indicator on startup
• Fixed Livestream freeze after disabling
• Fixed no static IP after reboot
• Changed PPP Baud Rate and IP Address string in UI
• Changed user calibration dialog to include time estimate
• Removed BETA from Autofocus feature
• Improved SDI Latency

OPERATIONAL NOTES

• RED CONNECT is a license enabled feature, for more info see https://support.red.com/hc/en-us/articles/7391709361683
• Calibration must be performed in Sensor Flip mode.
• Some devices may experience intermittent connection issue over USB-C tethering.
• Warning message will occur with unapproved Media and Batteries.

Copyright (c) 2004-2022 RED Digital Cinema, LLC. All Rights Reserved.