Camera Control Modules
This section describes the camera control modules. These devices provide a wide array of programmable buttons, controls, and other features to interact with the camera. RED offers the following controls:
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Item |
Part Number |
|---|---|
|
DSMC Side Handle |
720-0012 |
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RED Switchblade-M1 |
720-0026 |
|
REDMOTE |
770-0006 |
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R.C.P.™ Bridge (R.C.P. Development Kit) |
720-0028 |
- The RED Switchblade-M requires that your camera is on firmware v5.2.28 or later. Full functionality requires firmware v5.3 or later.
- The R.C.P. Bridge requires that your camera is on firmware v5.2.28 or later.
DSMC Side Handle
Figure: DSMC Side Handle
The DSMC Side Handle provides programmable menu controls and a battery compartment that holds one (1) REDVOLT battery. The DSMC Side Handle LCD display shows camera parameter values and illuminates for operation in dark environments. When a REDVOLT is installed in the DSMC Side Handle, batteries connected to other power modules may be hot-swapped, providing uninterrupted operation.
For a full list of DSMC Side Handle user keys and default actions, go to Default Key Functions.
RED Switchblade-M
Figure: RED Switchblade-M
The RED Switchblade-M is a low-profile and lightweight interface solution that mounts to the side of the camera. With a 1.7” OLED display and full navigation controls, the RED Switchblade-M grants full access to menus while optimizing the size and weight of your camera configuration.
For a full list of RED Switchblade-M user keys and default actions, go to Default Key Functions.
NOTE: The RED Switchblade-M requires camera firmware v5.2.28 or later. Full functionality requires camera firmware v5.3 or later.
REDMOTE
Figure: REDMOTE
The REDMOTE is a remote camera control unit that attaches to the rear of the camera or rearmost expansion module. The REDMOTE may be detached from the camera or rearmost module and provides wireless remote control of the camera over the proprietary RED Command Protocol (R.C.P).
For a full list of REDMOTE user keys and default actions, go to Default Key Functions.
For more information, go to REDMOTE System.
IMPORTANT: To operate properly, upgrade both REDMOTE and camera firmware to the most recent version.
R.C.P. Bridge
The R.C.P. Bridge is a wireless module that provides communication support for third-party app development. The R.C.P. Bridge attaches to the rear of the camera or other compatible rear module. The R.C.P. Bridge is part of the R.C.P. Development Kit and uses the RED Command Protocol (R.C.P.) to communicate information between the camera and your application.
For more information, see the R.C.P. Bridge Operation Guide.
NOTE: The R.C.P. Bridge requires camera firmware v5.2.8 or later.