Codex CDX-36050 User manual
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
V-RAW RECORDER
CDX-36050
V-RAW RECORDER - GETTING STARTED GUIDE v1.0
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Safety Warnings
Please observe any warnings and follow all instructions.
lDo not use this equipment near water and clean only with a dry cloth.
lInstall in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
lDo not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including
ampliers)thatproduceheat.
lDo not expose to excessive vibration, or drop this product.
lDo not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plug. A polarised plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade, or the third prong, is provided for your safety.
lIftheprovidedplugdoesnottintoyouroutlet,consultanelectricianforreplacementoftheobsoleteoutlet.
lProtect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug ends, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment.
lOnlyuseaccessoriesspeciedbythemanufacturer.
lUnplug this equipment during lightning storms or when not in operation for long periods of time.
lReferallservicingtoqualiedservicepersonnel.Servicingisrequiredwhentheequipmenthasbeen
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the equipment, has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
lToreducetheriskofreorelectricshock,donotexposeequipmenttorainormoisture.
lToavoidelectricalshock,donotattempttoopenthisequipment.Referservicingtoqualiedpersonnelonly.
Caution! The surfaces of Capture Drive 2.0 media can get hot during standard use.
Disclaimer
Codex products are continually developed to remain at the forefront of the industry, and as such the information
in this guide is subject to change without notice. Whilst Codex endeavour to ensure that all documentation
provided is correct at the time of writing, this document is not guaranteed to be error-free.
Codex does not assume responsibility for issues or losses due to misinterpretation of the information in this
document,errorsinthisdocument,orincorrectcongurationorinstallationoftheequipmentdescribedherein.
Support and Servicing
User Guides are available from https://www.codexdigital.com/support/user-guides
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Contents
Safety Warnings ....................................................................................................................................................................2
Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................................................................................2
Support and Servicing..........................................................................................................................................................2
Codex V-RAW Recorder - Getting Started
Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Further Documentation ........................................................................................................................................................4
Installation...............................................................................................................................................................................4
Power Requirement...............................................................................................................................................................5
Powering On...........................................................................................................................................................................5
Software...................................................................................................................................................................................5
Loading and Unloading a Capture Drive®2.0 in the V-RAW Recorder...................................................................6
Formatting a Codex Capture Drive®2.0 in the V-RAW Recorder.............................................................................6
VariCam 35 Settings ............................................................................................................................................................7
Recording................................................................................................................................................................................7
Playback..................................................................................................................................................................................7
Errors and Warnings.............................................................................................................................................................7
Record Times To Capture Drive 2.0 ..................................................................................................................................8
Accessing files from Capture Drive 2.0........................................................................................................................... 9
Connecting a Codex Capture Drive®2.0 Dock..............................................................................................................9
Loading and Unloading a Codex Capture Drive®2.0 in the Dock............................................................................9
Finder Preferences..............................................................................................................................................................10
Copying V-RAW (VRW) files from the Codex Capture Drive®2.0 Dock...............................................................10
Using the Vault Platform software ..................................................................................................................................11
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Codex V-RAW Recorder - Getting Started
Introduction
The Codex V-RAW Recorder integrates with the Panasonic VariCam 35 for uncompressed RAW
capture of full-frame 4K material at up to 120fps. The recorder attaches directly to the 4K camera
module, eliminating any need for cables and simplifying the use of the system.
Afterrecording,theindustrystandardworkowandsupportisprovidedviaCodexVaultPlatform
and Docks.
Further Documentation
The Vault Platform User Guide contains full details on the features in the Vault Platform and use of
thesoftwareforcommonworkows.Itisavailablefromwww.codexdigital.com/user-guides
ThePanasonicVariCam35OperationManualisavailablefromhttp://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/
varicam/35/dl.html
Installation
The V-RAW Recorder mounts on the rear of the 4K camera module as shown below:
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Follow these steps to mount the V-RAW Recorder to the 4K camera module:
• Ensure the 4K camera module is switched off and power is disconnected prior to installing the
V-RAW Recorder.
• Lift the catch on the left side of the V-RAW Recorder and raise the lever, which will move the
Anton Bauer battery mount pins downward.
• SlidetheV-RAWRecorderintotheAntonBauerbatterymountontherearofthe4Kcamera
module, from left to right as viewed from the rear.
• Lower the lever on the side of the V-RAW Recorder to mate the connector to the 4K camera
module.
Power Requirement
The V-RAW Recorder has both a DC input and mounting pins to attach batteries directly. The 3
connectors(3pinFischer102)abovetheDCinputprovidea24Voutputforaccessories.
The V-RAW Recorder requires an input voltage of 11-34V. Power supplied to the V-RAW
Recorder is fed through to the 4K camera module. The V-RAW Recorder has a power
requirement of around 40W, and the 4K camera module requires up to 100W.
Batteries such as Anton Bauer Hytron 140, Dionic HC, Dionic HCX, and Dionic HD can be
attached directly to the rear of the V-RAW Recorder. IDX batteries such as Endura HL9 can be
attached using the V-mount type battery plate that is available as a camera accessory.
The V-RAW Recorder takes the DC input as the primary power source, and switches over to the
battery when there is no DC input power source. When a battery is directly attached this allows
for switching of the DC input power source, which may be from a larger block battery, without
powering off the camera system.
Powering On
Connect a battery or DC power source to the V-RAW Recorder. The light on the top of the V-RAW
Recorder is green when the input voltage is in the correct range. Activate the power switch on the
4K camera module to start the system.
ThelightontherecorderwillashbluewhenitisbootingandturnsolidbluewhenaCapture
Drive 2.0 is loaded.
Software
ACodexS-SeriesVault,CodexXL-SeriesVault,orCaptureDrive2.0Dockisrequiredtoreadthe
V-RAW recordings made to Capture Drive 2.0 media.
Gotocodexdigital.com/softwaretoregisteranddownloadthelatestsoftwarefortheseproducts.
Thereareinstallationinstructionsavailablefromthiswebpage.Thelatestrmwareforthe
VariCam35canbedownloadedfromhttp://pro-av.panasonic.net/en/varicam/35/dl.html
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Loading and Unloading a Capture Drive®2.0 in the V-RAW Recorder
The door of the V-RAW Recorder is located on the top. Pull the lever on the door towards the rear
of the V-RAW Recorder to release the door and lift it to the fully open position.
Insert the Capture Drive 2.0 into the V-RAW Recorder. The base of the Capture Drive 2.0 should
be oriented towards the front of the V-RAW Recorder. Push the Capture Drive 2.0 from the top to
fully mate the connectors. Close the door and the Capture Drive 2.0 will be loaded automatically.
ThelightontopoftheV-RAWRecorderashesbluewhentheCaptureDrive2.0isnotloaded.
When the Capture Drive 2.0 is loaded the light will be solid blue.
Formatting a Codex Capture Drive 2.0 in the V-RAW Recorder
To format the Codex Capture Drive 2.0, navigate in the camera menu:
MENU->SYSTEMSETTINGS->CARDS/MEDIA->FORMATMEDIA->V-RAW->YES
WARNING: ONLY DELETE MEDIA THAT HAS BEEN SECURELY BACKED UP. THERE IS NO
UNDO FUNCTION AVAILABLE AFTER FORMATTING.
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VariCam 35 Settings
UseofthePanasonicVariCam35iswellcoveredbytheOperationManualavailablefromhttp://
pro-av.panasonic.net/en/varicam/35/dl.html
The following features are available in the camera menu and applicable to V-RAW recording:
MENU->SYSTEMSETTINGS->SYSTEMMODE->V-RAW-thisoptionisusedtosettheV-RAW
recordingresolutionandbitrate,suchas4K/10bit,4K/12bit,UHD/10bit,UHD/12bit.
MENU->SYSTEMSETTINGS->SYSTEMMODE->MAINPIXEL-thismustmatchtheresolution
setting described above for successful recording.
MENU->SYSTEMSETTINGS->SYSTEMMODE->HIGHSPEED-thisallowstogglingbetween
normal speed 1-60fps and highspeed 60-120fps. 10-bit V-RAW recording is possible in either
mode. 12-bit V-RAW recording is possible only up to 30fps.
Recording
With the Capture Drive 2.0 formatted, press either of the red REC buttons to begin a recording.
The light on top of the V-RAW Recorder will be red during recording. Press the red REC button
again to end the recording.
Playback
PressthePLAYbuttontoopenalistofclipsforplayback.Usethewheeltoselecttheclipand
press the wheel to start playback. The light on the top of the V-RAW Recorder will be green
during playback.
Errors and Warnings
In the event of an issue the camera will display ‘system error’ and a warning sound will be
emitted. The camera should then be switched off.
If the issue occurs during recording it is recommended to remove the Capture Drive 2.0 and
check the status of the recordings in a Capture Drive 2.0 Dock or Vault (rather than continuing to
useitimmediately).Iftheissuedoesnotoccurduringrecordingthenrestartthecamera.
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Record Times To Capture Drive 2.0
The table below details t he record time available to Capture Drive 2.0 for the available formats:
Resolution Bit Depth Frame Rate Record Time (minutes)
3840 x 2160 10-bit 23.98/24 119
3840 x 2160 10-bit 25 114
3840 x 2160 10-bit 29.97/30 95
3840 x 2160 10-bit 48 59
3840 x 2160 10-bit 50 57
3840 x 2160 10-bit 59.94/60 47
3840 x 2160 10-bit 96 29
3840 x 2160 10-bit 120 23
3840 x 2160 12-bit 23.98/24 106
3840 x 2160 12-bit 25 101
3840 x 2160 12-bit 29.97/30 84
4096 x 2160 10-bit 23.98/24 112
4096 x 2160 10-bit 25 107
4096 x 2160 10-bit 29.97/30 89
4096 x 2160 10-bit 48 56
4096 x 2160 10-bit 50 53
4096 x 2160 10-bit 59.94/60 44
4096 x 2160 10-bit 96 28
4096 x 2160 10-bit 120 22
4096 x 2160 12-bit 23.98/24 100
4096 x 2160 12-bit 25 96
4096 x 2160 12-bit 29.97/30 80
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Accessing files from Capture Drive 2.0
TheV-RAWRecorderworkowissupportedbyVaultPlatformsoftwareutilisinghardware
productssuchastheCaptureDrive2.0Dock,S-Series,andXL-Series.
FulldocumentationfortheVaultPlatformsoftwareisavailablefromwww.codexdigital.com/user-
guides
Here an overview is provided for using Vault Platform with Capture Drive 2.0 Dock on Mac as part
oftheworkowwiththeV-RAWRecorder.
Connecting a Codex Capture Drive 2.0 Dock
THUNDERBOLT PORTS DC POWER SUPPLY
Connect the included DC power supply to the DC IN connector of the Capture Drive 2.0 Dock.
There are two Thunderbolt Ports available - connect the port on the right side to a Mac computer
that has the required Codex software installed.
The Thunderbolt port on the left side can be used to connect to other Thunderbolt devices, such
as a monitor or storage.
Loading and Unloading a Codex Capture Drive 2.0 in the Dock
Insert a Codex Capture Drive 2.0 into the Dock and it will begin loading automatically. During this
timetheLEDwillashblue.WhenitisloadedtheLEDwillashgreen,andthistypicallytakes
5-10 seconds.
TheLEDonaCaptureDrive2.0ashesgreenquicklywhenitisreading/writingdata.Donot
unloadaCaptureDrive2.0whenitisreading/writingasthiscancompromisedataintegrity.
Tounload,presstheejectbuttonontheendoftheCaptureDrive2.0orgototheStoragescreen
ofVaultPlatformandclicktheEjectbutton.TheLEDwillashbluewhileitunloads.
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When the LED is solid blue it is safe to remove the Capture Drive 2.0. Always eject the Capture
Drive 2.0 correctly before removing it from the Dock.
Finder Preferences
For ease of use it is recommended to set up the Finder Preferences so that External disks are
shown on the Desktop:
Copying V-RAW (VRW) files from the Codex Capture Drive 2.0 Dock
WhentheCodexsoftwareisinstalledtheCodexVFSdrivewillbeshownontheDesktop:
TheCodexVFSdriveisalwaysshown,butwillbeemptyuntilaCaptureDrive2.0containing
V-RAWrecordingsisloaded.AfterloadingtheCaptureDrive2.0,thelesareavailabletobe
copiedfromtheCodexVFSdrive.
V-RAWlesarepresentedasapackagecontainingimages,audio,metadata,andLUT
information.TheimagelesarenamedusingthefollowingdefaultstructureintheCodexVFS
drive:
<SourceId><ReelCount>_C<ClipId>_yymmdd_ssss.nnnnnnn.vrw
The ssss component is based on the camera serial number and helps to avoid name clashes
with material recorded on other cameras.
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File types are presented in separate directories under the top level Reel directory. For example:
A001G4A3/
VRAW/
A001_C001_140612_G4A3
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.0018123.vrw
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.0018124.vrw
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.0018125.vrw
...
A001_C002_140612_G4A3
A001_C002_140612_G4A3.0019739.vrw
…
BWF/
A001_C001_140612_G4A3_A12.wav
A001_C001_140612_G4A3_A34.wav
A001_C002_140612_G4A3_A12.wav
A001_C002_140612_G4A3_A34.wav
...
META/
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.XML
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.VLT
A001_C001_140612_G4A3.CDL
A001_C002_140612_G4A3.XML
A001_C002_140612_G4A3.VLT
A001_C002_140612_G4A3.CDL
...
Note: example assumes clips have four channels of audio, and stereo BWF delivery option
has been selected.
CopythetoplevelReelfolder(A001G4A3intheaboveexample)toanotherstoragedeviceto
back-uptheentirepackageofimage,audio,metadata,andLUTles.
Anycopytoolcanbeusedtoback-uplesfromtheCodexVFSdrivetoanotherstoragedevice.
Using the Vault Platform software
The Vault Platform software can be used for a wide range of functions with recorded V-RAW
material. For example:
• Metadata editing
• PlaybacktoattacheddisplayorHD-SDImonitor,includingapplicationofLUTsandCDL
adjustments
• TranscodingtootherletypessuchasProRes,DNxHDMXF,andH264
• ArchivetodiskorLTFStape
Full details of these features are beyond the scope of this document, and are covered in the Vault
Platform User Guide.
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