http://www.reduser.net/forum/ Words from Jim and Jarred en Wed, 16 May 2012 20:33:24 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.reduser.net/forum/images/redfox/misc/rss.png http://www.reduser.net/forum/ http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?79108-REDCINE-X-Pro-Build-14-Release-Version&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 19:04:00 GMT Is live on RED.COM. This stable release is ahead of the Beta version of RCX-Pro so use this one..... https://www.red.com/downloads Added:... Is live on RED.COM. This stable release is ahead of the Beta version of RCX-Pro so use this one.....

https://www.red.com/downloads

Added: Duration metadata field for the duration between a clip’s in and out points, and a Media Duration field for the total duration.
Added: Context menu for the snapshot button to quickly modify snapshot settings.
Added: Timeline zoom slider.
Added: Color Profile options for embedding in TIFF’s on Windows.
Fixed: Issue where RED Launcher can launch the wrong copy ofREDCINE-X PRO or RED PLAYER when multiple versions are installed on OS X.
Fixed: Issue where in some cases the Mac installer would not associate the R3D extension withRED LAUNCHER.
Fixed: Red line in right edge of frame with unsharp mask.
Fixed: QuickTime transcode error when framerate override is set to “Current”. Defaults to clip framerate in this case.
Fixed: Issue where parsing BWF’s iXML could fail due to incorrect formatting generated by certain sound recorders.
Fixed: Artifacts in extreme yellow tones in resized exports with sharp kernels.
Fixed: SMPTE restricted value support for resized exports.
Fixed: Avid 25 fps transcode with audio! ]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?79108-REDCINE-X-Pro-Build-14-Release-Version http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78828-Release-Build-3-0-7&goto=newpost Wed, 09 May 2012 23:22:09 GMT Release Builds
Epic v3.0.7 – http://red.cachefly.net/epic/release...d_3_v3.0.7.zip
Scarlet v3.0.7 - http://red.cachefly.net/scarlet/rele...d_3_v3.0.7.zip

Direct link today for all you that are paying attention.. will go up on RED.COM tomorrow.


Significant changes since previous build v3.0.0:
* Fixed notification for HDRx warning during cal
* Fixed black shading problems at non-default exposure times
* Fixed camera status information to reflect correct gamma curve
* Fixed code to disable RAW button during record
* Fixed invalid OSD when lens data changes
* Fixed presets to enable menus on HD-SDI monitors
* Fixed led indicators for the rear battery status
* Fixed frame rate indicator in Side Handle display
* Fixed raw exposure meters to match raw exposure view
* Fixed hang in UI when using keyboard entry
* Fixed code for faster PL mount lens data updates
* Fixed histogram clipping in 2K
* Fixed record freeze with saturated image
* Fixed duplicated columns in 5K playback
* Fixed AF Iris control
* Fixed AF distance tables
* Fixed histogram to show real peaks without smoothening
* Changed Media UI to add media percentage and number of clips on media
* Changed Media UI to add cancel button to the media format and secure format
* Changed F-Stop Advanced UI to add PL Lens Auto-Detect feature (DISABLED is default)
* Changed Eject and Format buttons in Media UI
* Changed Monitor Control UI to add non-standard frame rates for HD-SDI 720p
* Added SMPTE 352 payloads for 720p
* Added to save mount type when lens is disconnected
* AF performance enhancements




Operational notes specific to Build v3.0.7:
* HD-SDI 720p OSD disabled for > 30fps
* EVF not supported in playback


* Phantom power disabled
* Sensor Flip disabled
* 5K ANA clips not supported in playback


* Detaching monitor during playback will require reboot on monitor re-attach


* Zoom Rocker mapping to aperture is not fully implemented


* Camera powered RED BRICK may display voltage instead of battery capacity on some cameras.


* EVF black level raised in some cases


* ISO setting limited to min of 250


* Image Magnify is available during preview, but not during recording.


* HD-SDI is True Progressive, and do not support 1080i or 1080 PsF signal formats. ]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78828-Release-Build-3-0-7 http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78827-Beta-Camera-Build-3-2-8&goto=newpost Wed, 09 May 2012 23:21:11 GMT *Beta Builds* Epic v3.2.8 - http://red.cachefly.net/epic/betatest/Epic_build_3_v3.2.8.zip Scarlet v3.2.8 - ... Beta Builds
Epic v3.2.8 - http://red.cachefly.net/epic/betates...d_3_v3.2.8.zip
Scarlet v3.2.8 - http://red.cachefly.net/scarlet/beta...d_3_v3.2.8.zip

Direct link for today for all you guys paying attention.. will go up on RED.COM tomorrow.

BETA BETA BETA...

Significant changes since previous build v3.0.7:
* Added 5K HD, 3K HD, 2K HD, 1K HD formats
* Added 1K WS format (Epic 400fps, Scarlet 120fps)
* Added Target REDCode feature
* Added Post Record Fan Delay (max 1 minute)
* Added 1-camera to multiple REDMote support
* Added Slate Information Dialog
* Added User RGB curves capability
* Added RMD file import/save/apply
* Added Gyro support
* Added Side Handle Key Lock Feature
* Added Audio Gain/Limiter Controls
* Added Phantom Power Support(Hardware Rev Dependent)
* Added External record mode
* Added Force Restore Feature using Power Button
* Added HD-SDI Format controls
* Added 9" LCD Touchscreen support
* Added Dual Battery Module support
* Added Rear SSD Module support
* Added OLED EVF Brightness support
* Added Playback Frame, Title and Action Guide status
* Added PL Lens short circuit detection
* Enhanced Keys assignment dialog
* Enhanced Preset dialog
* UI usability enhancements
* Camera Name now defaults to camera type (i.e., SCARLET/EPIC)
* Fix for Playback using EVF
* Fix for Playback support of 5K and 5K ANA
* Fix for Zoom Rocker +/- Mapping
* Fix for HD-SDI output scaling
* Fix for LCD image 'stutter' when panning
* Fix for camera freeze when changing AF/MF with Focus dialog open
* Fix for Zebras disappearing after disconnect/reconnect of RED monitor
* Fix for scaling of 5K clips during Playback
* Fix for HD-SDI test pattern output levels


Operational notes specific to Build v3.2.8:


* An error will occur atempting to view more than 20 clips while in Playback


* Sensor Flip disabled


* Detaching monitor during playback will require reboot on monitor re-attach


* Camera powered RED BRICK may display voltage instead of battery capacity on some cameras.


* EVF black level raised in some cases


* ISO setting limited to min of 250


* Image Magnify is available during preview, but not during recording.


* HD-SDI is True Progressive, and do not support 1080i or 1080 PsF signal formats. ]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78827-Beta-Camera-Build-3-2-8 http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78546-R-I-P-ADAM-YAUCH&goto=newpost Fri, 04 May 2012 20:56:07 GMT Sad news today. Lost another good one. Adam was an incredible presence in the music industry but also one hell of a filmmaker... a rare breed.. ... Sad news today. Lost another good one.

Adam was an incredible presence in the music industry but also one hell of a filmmaker... a rare breed.. and every film and video he made was personally inspirational for me... and many others. The Beastie Boys were quite literally the soundtrack of my young adult life..

Loved his music. Loved his films. Loved the guy.

Adam, you will be missed. ]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78546-R-I-P-ADAM-YAUCH http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78486-May-Product-Delivery-Update&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 20:24:07 GMT Had to change the title of these updates.. we have caught up on almost everything, so I'll just update you on the near-future rollout on new products.

REDMOTEs are the only real thing in backorder... and those will be caught up mid next week.

Quad Battery charger - Out of backorder today. and REDSTATION mini esata version gets a new shipment mid June.


So on to the new stuff...

Epic-M upgrade program - Begins tomorrow.

Pro - I/O - Begins shipping June 8th.

7" non-touch LCD - Started shipping this week

Dual Battery module - Begins shipping June 22.

Rear SSD module - Begins shipping June 15th

9 inch touch LCD - Starts shipping August

Nikon Lens mount - Aluminum - Starts shipping in 90 days

Nikon Lens mount - Titanium - Starts shipping in 90 days

Leica M mount - Small quantities shipping now... Production delivery starts July 3rd

+1 Monitor module - Starts shipping December 2012.

Meizler module - Still working on a few things.. more handheld support, better wireless audio / timecode support ( which is why its not in store yet ) TBD

Matte Box Rod Support - Ships first week of July

95mm Mattebox Ring - Starts shipping May 22nd.

104mm Mattebox Ring - Starts shipping May 22nd.

32GB - 512GB SSDs- Still in testing.. with 12 more weeks of testing to go.

R90 - Starts shipping October 23

OLED EVF - Shipping now

Wheel Handle - Shipping now



NEW CAMERA FIRMWARE.. the one everyone has been talking about in the NAB thread, "ships" next week. ]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78486-May-Product-Delivery-Update http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78445-Cancel-that-thought&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 05:12:40 GMT This idea of a real test has gotten out of control apparently. Several companies have refused to participate. I guess if I were them I might... This idea of a real test has gotten out of control apparently.

Several companies have refused to participate. I guess if I were them I might consider the same thing.

Resolution is not everything. But it is something.

Dynamic range matters. So does the "feel" of the image.

Frame rates matter.

Size matters.

Price matters.

Upgrades matter.

Support matters.

Community matters.

We are going to take down our offer to do a comparison test at RSH. The grief and complication doesn't warrant the effort.

I hope that everyone can do some testing on their own that includes all aspects of image capture. We just aren't up for the grief. We have better things to do.

There are lots of options for you to consider. I hope that RED is one of them.

Jim ]]> Recon Jannard http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78445-Cancel-that-thought http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78283-Real-camera-tests&goto=newpost Tue, 01 May 2012 05:39:55 GMT Monday June 4th. Every camera company is invited to RED Studios Hollywood for a comprehensive camera test. Each company can bring their own... Monday June 4th.

Every camera company is invited to RED Studios Hollywood for a comprehensive camera test.

Each company can bring their own cameras and techs to supervise the testing. Each camera company can take their resulting footage and process the best way they know possible.

Results will be posted in 2K and 4K. Results will be shown on a 10', 20' and 40' screen.

Comparisons will be made regarding resolution, dynamic range, color and frame rates.

Footage may be captured in RAW or RGB codec. Display will be DCP.

Jim ]]> Recon Jannard http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78283-Real-camera-tests http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78207-Challenge-to-Zacuto&goto=newpost Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:04:09 GMT We'd love to participate in your test. But going to a race where you have to ride the brakes isn't much fun. Here's what we suggest.

Do your 1080P or 2K finish. But also do a 4K finish. 4K is the future... and the future is now. Why not test what is... not what was. Up-rez where necessary. People need to know what to expect when 4K delivery options happen (like now). Down-rez the higher resolution cameras to 4K. Look forward. Studios are preparing to re-release old movies shot on film with 4K scans. Show what an image will look like on a 60' screen. Everyone needs to know what their original is capable of... starting with tests like these.

Pick your (Zacuto chosen) team to do the post. But also give each manufacturer their own footage to get processed under their control. That is likely to produce the best results and motivate the companies to show the best from their cameras. No excuses. For example, will RED footage be kept R3D all the way through? And if so... by whom?

How about it Zacuto? Let's do this.

Jim ]]> Recon Jannard http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?78207-Challenge-to-Zacuto http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77795-VOGUE-RED-Bottega-Veneta-NEW-EXPOSURE-CONTEST&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:03:54 GMT I am happy to announce " NEW EXPOSURE " a fashion photography contest with Vogue, RED and Bottega Veneta that starts today and ends May 30th.

Enter with a portfolio you already shot or shoot something new... the top 10 finalists will be loaned EPIC cameras to shoot a project and the winner will be chosen at an event in NYC.

Winner will receive a $10,000 mentorship with Management Artists , Opportunity to shoot an exclusive Bottega Venata special project and a RED EPIC-X camera package. Winners Portfolio will be exhibited in New York City.

To enter, visit http://vogue.com/promotions/newexposure


]]> Recon Jarred Land http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77795-VOGUE-RED-Bottega-Veneta-NEW-EXPOSURE-CONTEST http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77557-All-Professionals&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Apr 2012 05:02:25 GMT Just about the time you have settled into your favorite 1080P camera and think all is well in the world... you look up and discover that 1080P is an... Just about the time you have settled into your favorite 1080P camera and think all is well in the world... you look up and discover that 1080P is an obsolete format. Seemingly overnight (if you haven't really been paying attention). 4K (or greater) acquisition and 4K delivery are here. Up-rezzing 5 times is really not a good option.

The clues have been there for quite awhile... even since 2005 when Arri posted that 2K film scans weren't enough... and encouraged 4K scans.

Technology is moving at a high rate of speed. Everything seems to be going obsolete before your eyes. One month there is an announcement of the new Canon cinema C300. 4 months later it is the C500. 1080P just went to 4K. You barely had time to settle in.

There are many 4K cameras that just got announced. Great news for the industry! Which one should I buy/use? What about workflow? Options... choices.

One thing for sure... if you are a Professional, you have to pay attention. That is part of the definition.

We applaud all the new developments. Everything is getting better. It is just getting more complex and expensive as a result.

RED differentiates itself by trying to make it a bit easier. Buy into the system and upgrade your way along as the future unfolds. Upgrade what you need when you want. Sensors, recording media, batteries, monitoring and workflow.

And you can't go wrong shooting RAW. It never goes obsolete. New color science discoveries always apply to RAW. You aren't trapped. Recording to an RGB codec is as obsolete as 1080P.

We anticipated this new world of technology as it relates to image capture. We designed our program around the concept of "everything can and will be made better". Starting with REDCODE RAW and sensor advancement.

We believe in more resolution at every step. We believe in more dynamic range with every upgrade. We believe in higher frame rate options. We believe in smaller packages...

And we believe that our customers should be our long-lasting friends... not our victims.

Jim ]]> Recon Jannard http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77557-All-Professionals http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77353-ACES&goto=newpost Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:59:37 GMT We think the concept of ACES is a good one. Trying to create a single workflow that works with all camera options seems just fine to us. We are... We think the concept of ACES is a good one. Trying to create a single workflow that works with all camera options seems just fine to us. We are doing our best to help connect RED footage to the ACES program. The Academy is serious and committed to the ACES workflow... and we are too.

But... it is not ready yet to work with RED footage today. We strongly discourage anyone from using ACES in its current form to grade anything RED except test footage. It is critical that ACES is not considered a current solution for production quality work with RED footage.

We will do our best to change this... and we'll let you know as soon as we feel this option is ready.

Jim ]]> Recon Jannard http://www.reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77353-ACES