Calibrating the sensor, When to calibrate the sensor, Upgrading the firmware – RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR 8K VV DSMC3 Camera (RF, Black) User Manual
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CALIBRATING THE SENSOR
Sensor calibration is a process during which the camera optimizes image quality by ensuring that pixel sensitivity
remains consistent throughout the sensor.
WHEN TO CALIBRATE THE SENSOR
Calibration is required:
When shooting in an environment where the temperature is significantly different (+/- 30° F...) from the current
calibration. The T in the T/E Status Bar indicator will turn yellow (refer to
for more information)
After an extreme change in exposure time (+/– 1/2 sec). The E in the T/E Status Bar indicator will turn yellow (refer to
for more information)
After each firmware upgrade
UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE
You can receive the best performance from your camera by installing the latest firmware. Make a habit of frequently
visiting RED Downloads at www.red.com/downloads to check for new versions of camera firmware, updated operation
guides, and post production software.
VERIFYING THE FIRMWARE VERSION
To view the firmware version that is currently installed on your camera, open
Menu
>
System Settings
>
System
Status
>
Camera Info
:
Version displays the currently installed camera firmware. A higher number reflects a newer release.
UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE
Install the most recent firmware. Unless otherwise specified in the release notes, you do not need to upgrade to any
firmware in between your current version and the most recent version available online.
NOTE:
You must calibrate the sensor after upgrading the camera. For more information, refer to
1. Download the most recent firmware for your camera from RED Downloads at www.red.com/downloads.
2. Unzip the firmware zip file.
3. In the unzipped folder, navigate to the
upgrade
folder.
4. Copy the
upgrade
folder and its contents to the root level of the CFexpress media card directory.
5. Unmount the CFexpress media card from your computer and remove the media card from the media reader.
6. Insert the CFexpress media card in the camera.
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