System
menu:
System
->
Media
->
Unmount.
It is recommended you set up a custom button to unmount media on the side handle, RedMote, both, or
in a custom menu slot on the Redmote. The common shortcut for ejecting media is pressing buttons 1
and 4 simultaneously on the side handle. It should be noted that the default for 1+4 button press is to
lock the buttons on the side handle, so be sure the mapping is as you expect it to be when setting up the
camera.
Red Launch Sequence:
http://www.red.com/news/launch-sequence-epic-and-scarlet
Power
There are currently three option for powering the Red Scarlet – Using the large, high capacity v mount
batteries (RedBricks) , the RedVolt in the side handle, or the wall plug DC Power Supply. Obviously the
wall plug is only useful in situations where the camera will be stationary. This power adapter must be
requested separately, and is not part of the normal Scarlet kit. The RedVolt gives the most compact
option, but can only be expected to last 20-30 minutes. Given that there are only six of these batteries
total (shared between two cameras), they will not last for an all day shoot. RedVolts are important and
useful for a couple of reasons: They can be used for a very lightweight setup. If short handheld shots or
pickups are needed, or if the camera needs to be used in confined spaces. Having a RedVolt in the side
handle while using the larger RedBricks also allows for battery hot swapping, and provides a backup
power source incase of a failure in the RedBrick (runs out of power). The Scarlet will switch between
power sources without breaking shooting, timecode tracking or any other function of the camera. The
camera decides on which power supply to use based on priority, not which battery has the most charge
left. In the case of simultaneous use of Red Bricks and RedVolts, the camera will run down the Red Brick
completely before switching over to the RedVolt.
Red provides the following priority for power consumption (with #1 being first used):
1.
DC Power Supply
2.
Red Brick
3.
RedVolt in Side Handle
By default V Mount Batteries will display “DC” and a Voltage reading, as pictured below. The smaller
Volts will display “SH” (Side Handle) and a percentage reading.
Keep in mind that you do not have to wait for a V mount battery to be completely flat before switching it
out. In fact, running a battery completely empty is much harder on the cells inside and will likely reduce
the lifespan (capacity) of the unit. You also do not want to be in a situation of a long take where your
battery runs out. When your DC power source is displaying 14.2V (or less), it is a good point to start
thinking about swapping out the V battery for a fresh unit. This does not mean to stop shooting, or break
the flow of what's happening.
This is an early warning
. Look for an appropriate break and then swap V
mount battery. The camera will automatically shut down when power supply dips to
11.5V
. If you are
running off V mount and have a Volt in the side handle, the camera will automatically switch to the Volt
without breaking any recording that might be happening at the time. Assuming your Volt is fully
charged, you still have 25 minutes before the camera will completely shut down.
Red Bricks take less than 2.5 hours to charge from completely flat to completely full on the Red V
Charger. Bricks should last a minimum of 1.5 hours with aggressive shoot conditions (constant rolling,
no camera downtime). 4 bricks should be sufficient for a full day of shooting, if you have access to power
and are charging bricks as they are used. If required, be sure to request a larger than standard power kit.
