EPIC/SCARLET Power Operations
This section describes the basic power operations for EPIC and SCARLET.
EPIC/SCARLET Power Inputs
Figure: SEARAY Connector (Top) and DC IN Connector (Bottom)
There are two (2) primary power inputs that provide power to the EPIC/SCARLET:
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# |
Power Input |
Description |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
SEARAY™ power connector |
Provides power to the BRAIN® from attached EPIC/SCARLET modules |
|
2 |
DC IN connector |
Provides power to the BRAIN using a DSMC AC Power Adaptor or certain battery modules, such as the Backpack Quickplate (Short) |
NOTE: Additionally, one (1) REDVOLT® battery may be used in conjunction with the DSMC Side Handle to provide short term power and support hot-swapping of other power sources.
EPIC/SCARLET Power LEDs
This section describes the LED functions for the camera.
|
LED |
Color/Flashing |
Description |
|---|---|---|
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Power Status LED (PWR) |
Off |
No power present |
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Green |
Power present; camera on |
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|
Amber flashing |
Power present; 5–10 min of battery time left |
|
|
Amber |
Power present; camera booting |
|
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Red flashing |
Power present; < 5 min of battery time left |
|
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Red |
Power present; camera off |
|
|
Record Status LED (REC) |
Off |
No media present |
|
Green |
Ready to record |
|
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Amber |
Finalizing |
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Red flashing (slow) |
Recording; 25% media left |
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Red flashing (fast) |
Recording; 5% media left |
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Red |
Recording |
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Power Status LED (PWR) and Record Status LED (REC) |
Both green flashing |
Firmware update in progress |
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Both red flashing |
Firmware update error |
EPIC/SCARLET Power Priority
When multiple power sources are connected to the EPIC/SCARLET, power consumption is prioritized in this sequence:
-
DC IN (AC power adapter or external battery)
- Rear battery module batteries (lowest state of charge first)
- REDVOLT battery in an attached DSMC Side Handle
EPIC/SCARLET Power Consumption
The EPIC/SCARLET draws approximately 60 W when recording in 5K resolution, at 24 FPS.
Under typical conditions batteries provide the following operating time:
- REDVOLT: Powers the camera and accessories for approximately 30 minutes.
- REDVOLT-V: Powers the camera and accessories for approximately 35 minutes.
- REDVOLT XL: Powers the camera and accessories for approximately 90 minutes.
- RED BRICK: Powers the camera and accessories for approximately 120 minutes.
Approved EPIC/SCARLET External DC Power
The EPIC/SCARLET accepts input voltages of 11.5 VDC to 17 VDC, and can draw a maximum current of 12 A. The camera can be powered continuously by connecting one (1) of the following to the DC IN port on the EPIC/SCARLET:
- DSMC AC Power Adaptor
- RED BRICK Charger: Offers two (2) ways to connect to your camera:
- Use a RED ONE DC Power Cable (P/N 790-0060) and a 2B-to-1B Power Adaptor Cable (P/N 790-0138).
- Use a RED 2B-to-1B Power Cable (P/N 790-0556, 790-0654).
- RED BRICK: Requires a Backpack Quickplate or Battery Belt Clip (DSMC). Also supported by a RED Quickplate or RED Cradle using a 2B-to-1B Power Adaptor Cable.
- REDVOLT-V: Requires a Backpack Quickplate or Battery Belt Clip (DSMC). Also supported by a RED Quickplate or RED Cradle using a 2B-to-1B Power Adaptor Cable.
- XLR DC power source: Requires an XLR Power Cable.
WARNING: While third-party batteries may be mechanically compatible with the camera system, the manufacturer is responsible for the performance and stability of third-party options, not RED. Damage to the camera system or third-party devices caused by using third-party power options is not covered under warranty. The camera may be unable to determine and display the voltage or remaining battery capacity of third-party power options.