REDMOTE Basics

This section describes the common REDMOTE operations.

Dock the REDMOTE

1. Position the REDMOTE V-Mount dock over the V-Mount on the BRAIN or rear module.
2. Slide the REDMOTE down until you hear a click, which indicates that the REDMOTE is securely attached.

   NOTE: Docking the REDMOTE automatically pairs the REDMOTE with the camera when the camera is turned on and wireless settings are enabled.

Undock the REDMOTE

1. Press both Release buttons, located on the sides of the REDMOTE.
2. Slide the REDMOTE up to release from the V-Mount on the BRAIN or rear module.
3. Remove the REDMOTE.

Turn On the REDMOTE

• When docked, the REDMOTE automatically turns on when the camera is turned on.
• Slide and hold the Power/Key Lock switch in the down position for two (2) seconds, then release.

Turn Off the REDMOTE

• When docked, the REDMOTE automatically turns off when the camera is turned off.
• Slide and hold the Power/Key Lock switch in the down position for five (5) seconds, then release.
• Slide and hold the Power/Key Lock switch in the down position momentarily, then release. Select the desired option from the Shutdown menu and press Enter:
  • Shutdown Cam + REDMOTE: Turn off both the camera and the REDMOTE
  • Shutdown REDMOTE: Turn off the REDMOTE only.
  • Shutdown Camera: Turn off the camera only. Option not available when the REDMOTE is docked.

NOTE: For maximum battery life, remove power from the REDMOTE by pressing the Power/Lock Switch down into the off position and release. Then use the menu to turn off the device. When turning off the REDMOTE using the Power/Lock Switch, a slight power draw remains and continues to drain the battery.

Record Start/Stop

• Start Record: Press and release the REC button. The Power/Recording LED illuminates red and the Timecode value on the LCD display changes to red text.
• Stop Record: Press and release the REC button. When media recording processes are complete, the Power/Recording LED turns off and the Timecode value on the LCD display changes back to white text.

Pair the REDMOTE

There are two (2) ways to pair the REDMOTE to a camera:

• Dock to pair
• Pair wirelessly

When a REDMOTE and camera are paired:

• The REDMOTE displays the camera settings.
• VIEWFINDER ouputs display green RM status and signal strength indicators in the Lower Status Row.

NOTE: You can pair the REDMOTE to multiple BRAINs. However, you can only control one BRAIN at a time.

Dock to Pair

1. Turn on the BRAIN.
2. Dock the REDMOTE to the back of the BRAIN or rear module.

NOTE: When the REDMOTE is removed from the camera, it automatically scans for the wireless signal and connects to that camera.

Pair Wirelessly

1. Turn on the camera.
2. Go to Menu > Settings > Setup > REDMOTE.
3. Select Scan for REDMOTEs.
4. When the scan is complete, select the REDMOTE from the scan list.
5. Select Pair ->.
6. Select Close to exit the menu.
7. On the REDMOTE, press Button 2.

   The Connect Menu opens.

8. On the REDMOTE, use the Scroll Wheel or Directional Keys to select the camera from the list and press ENTER.
9. If the camera does not display, select RESCAN... and press ENTER. If the camera is still missing from the list, ensure that camera settings are properly configured in the Communication and REDMOTE menus.

   NOTE: To see the REDMOTE MAC address, go to Setup > Setup System. The MAC address displays at the bottom of the LCD.

Reconnect REDMOTE to a Paired Camera

Follow the instructions below to reconnect the REDMOTE to a camera that is has been to paired to before.

1. Press Button 1 to scan for paired cameras within wireless range. A scan takes about 20–30 seconds.
2. Select the camera and press Enter.

   The REDMOTE connects to the selected camera.

3. If the REDMOTE fails to find a camera within range, select Rescan and press ENTER in the Navigation Group to force a second scan.

   NOTE: The Connect Menu is hidden on the LCD when the REDMOTE is attached to a camera or rear module.

Reconnect the REDMOTE After Signal Loss

On loss of wireless communication, the REDMOTE scans for the camera it was last paired with. If the REDMOTE is unable to reconnect after 30 seconds, the manual Scan menu opens.

Disconnect the REDMOTE from a Paired Camera

1. Press Button 1.
2. Select DISCONNECT.
3. Press ENTER.

Charge the REDMOTE

A fully discharged REDMOTE battery requires approximately six (6) hours to fully charge. You can use the REDMOTE while it charges.

Charge the REDMOTE using either of the following methods:

• Dock the REDMOTE to a camera or rear module.
• Connect the REDMOTE to a computer, cell phone charger, or other sufficient power source using the RED Mini-USB-to-USB cable. If the power supply does not provide enough voltage, an “Error Charging” message displays.

Charge Indicators

The battery indicator in the lower right of the REDMOTE LCD indicates remaining battery life and charge status.

• Green: The battery has a sufficient charge, or is fully charged.
• Yellow: The battery is somewhat depleted and should be recharged soon.
• Red: The battery is nearly discharged and should be recharged immediately. Wireless communication is at risk of being lost when the battery indicator is red.

Customize REDMOTE Setting Menus

NOTE: Soft Menu Buttons 7 and 8 are not defined.

When operating the REDMOTE in Local mode, you can configure the settings displayed in each REDMOTE menu window. There are five (5) REDMOTE Setting menus, accessible with the Soft Menu Buttons (4-8).

To customize settings, follow the instructions below:

1. Ensure the camera is on and wirelessly connected to the REDMOTE.
2. If the REDMOTE is in Remote Mode, press Button 2 to toggle to Local Mode.
3. Select the Soft Menu Button (4-8) page that you would like to set the setting on.
4. Use the Directional Keys to move the red cursor to the setting location.
5. Press Button 3.
6. Select Setup Slot and press ENTER.
7. Select the setting from the available list.
8. Press Enter.