PIX 250i User Guide and Technical Information
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Clip Index
Camera Index
Clip Counter
Date
Unique Camera ID
Folder Structure
All files generated by the PIX 250i are placed into a Reel folder. The Reel Folder name/number is
defined by the Reel metadata, which is set in
[File Storage - Reel]
. When using the RED or Arri File
Formats, the PIX 250i will generate a Reel folder based on the camera’s reel metadata.
Deleting a File
Any file that appears in the Take List can be deleted directly from the PIX 250i .To delete a file:
1. Press the FILES button to enter the File List.
2. Scroll with the Control Knob to highlight and select the file to be deleted. Once highlighted,
press the Control Knob to enter the File Details view.
3. Highlight and select the Delete option. A dialog will appear to confirm the deletion. Turn the
Control Knob to highlight and select “OK”.
Transferring Files
USB, Firewire, Thunderbolt
Files on PIX 250i formatted storage volumes (approved 2.5” drive or external storage device) can be
copied to a computer by removing the storage device from the PIX 250i and connecting it to a com-
puter. Storage devices formatted with the PIX 250i recorder use the ExFAT filesystem.
See File Storage
The Firewire 800 and USB 3.0 connectors on the PIX-CADDY are disabled when the PIX-CADDY is
attached to the PIX 250i. When attaching the PIX-CADDY to a computer, either the Firewire 800 or
the USB 3.0 connection must be used; not both.
Sound Devices recommends first copying files from the drive to the computer and then editing the
files. It is not recommended to edit files directly off of the drive.
Do not copy unsupported files from a computer (or any other host device) to a drive that is intended to be
used by the PIX 250i. If this occurs, it is advisable to format the drive with the PIX 250i before making
new recordings.
See Appendix A for currently supported files
Ethernet File Transfer (Samba)
Samba is an industry standard networking protocol that enables files to be transferred between
the PIX 250i and any device with access to the network (A computer running Mac OSX, Windows,
or Linux for example). Ethernet File Transfer can be initiated remotely via PIXNET (web browser
interface). Ethernet supports data rates up to a theoretical maximum of 1Gbps. In reality, data trans-
fer speeds over Ethernet are dependent on network traffic and many other factors. To transfer files
between the PIX 250i and another network device:
1. Attach an Ethernet cable from either PIX 250i Ethernet port to a computer or a LAN (Local
Area Network) connection.
2. Enter Setup Menu
[File Storage - Drive Record/Network Mode]
to access the Record/Net
-
work mode menu for all drives.
Summary of Contents for PIX 250i
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