Kinefinity MAVO EDGE 8K User manual

MAVO Edge 8K Operation Manual (KineOS 7.0)
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MAVO EDGE 8K
For KineOS 7.0
OPERATION MANUAL

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MAVO Edge 8K BRIEF INTRODUCTION
Kinefinity Inc. has been developing cinema cameras covering optical design to FPGA, circuits and software,
with assistance from filmmakers, broadcasting industry and academic schools.
MAVO Edge 8K is a brand-new large-format 8K cine camera. With a whole-new carbon fiber camera body,
MAVO Edge 8K is equipped with a stunning 8K 70P CMOS imaging sensor and cutting-edge image
processing engine, which elevate the Kinefinity camera system to a whole new level. 8K wide up to 70fps, 6K
wide up to 92fps and 4K wide up to 145fps can realize smooth post-production by direct recording with
ProRes.
Full frame 3:2 8K CMOS imaging sensor;
Dual native ISO: 640/2560, low noise level and high latitude image at both settings;
ProRes: In-camera ProRes recording at full resolution, in-camera oversampling 4K;
High frame rate: Up to 92fps@6K Wide, up to 145fps@4K Wide;
Low rolling effect: Fast CMOS imaging sensor readout speed, barely suffer any rolling shutter effect;
14+ stops with KineLOG3: Preserve highlight and shadow perfectly, provide maximum room in post
production;
KineMAG Nano: Fully optimized NVMe-based M.2 SSD;
Custom LUT: Support third-party 3D LUT in both shooting and post production;
KineMOUNT (Interchangeable mounting system): Support PL/EF/Sony E/ARRI LPL Mount;
Video outputs: Video port x2, 3G SDI port x2.
MAVO Edge 8K keeps the very compact and modular body and is compatible with some TERRA/MAVO
accessories such as KineMON-5U/7U, KineEVF and mounting adapters. Thanks to the advanced image
process platform and low consumption design, the highly integrated camera is suitable for both one-man
job and film crew. Besides, Apple ProRes codecs enable fluent post workflow. With professional ports, MAVO
Edge 8K is a powerful cinema camera that offers amazing footage while supporting an effective post
workflow.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Before use, please read all instructions in this manual carefully:
Pay attention to the CAUTION and NOTICE;
Avoid near water use in case of water droplets splashing on the camera;
Protect the camera from severe vibration;
Avoid using the camera under direct sunlight; the operating temperature should be from 0 ℃ to 40℃；
Protect the camera from strong magnetic field, dirt, moisture, or lightning storm environments;
Avoid condensation during transportation or transition;
Never block the air intake/vent, or the camera will be damaged for the overheat ;
Avoid exposing the LCD/OLED screen to harsh direct sunlight, and squeezing or hiting the monitor ;
Only use accessories recommended by Kinefinity.
While using the camera, please:
Turn off the camera when attaching or detaching a Lens Mount;
Avoid touching the OLPF when attaching or detaching a lens mount, as the optical element is fragile;
Make sure the EF lens is aligned pogo-pin contact inside of the EF mount;
Hold the lens while detaching it from the lens mount, to prevent it from accident.

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Contents
MAVO Edge 8K BRIEF INTRODUCTION ................................................................................2
FOR YOUR SAFETY...................................................................................................................3
1. CAMERA OVERVIEW............................................................................................................6
1.1 Interfaces and Buttons .................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 Functions of Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Interface and Parameters.............................................................................................................. 9
1.4 Default Settings............................................................................................................................ 10
2. QUICK GUIDE .....................................................................................................................11
2.1 Power Supply................................................................................................................................ 11
2.2 Mount ............................................................................................................................................ 13
2.3 Lens ................................................................................................................................................ 14
2.4 Monitoring .................................................................................................................................... 15
2.5 Recording Media SSD.................................................................................................................. 19
2.5.1 Introducing KineMAG Nano ...................................................................................................................... 19
2.5.2 The Use of KineMAG Nano ........................................................................................................................20
2.6 Audio.............................................................................................................................................. 21
2.7 e-ND............................................................................................................................................... 22
2.8 Playback......................................................................................................................................... 23
2.9 Codec ............................................................................................................................................. 24
2.10 Downscaling and Cropping Mode........................................................................................... 25
2.11 Access clips on PC/MAC............................................................................................................ 26
3. SETTINGS AND ADVANCED OPERATIONS .....................................................................27
3.1 Footage and Slate ........................................................................................................................ 27
3.2 Exposure and White Balance...................................................................................................... 28
3.2.1 Color Temperature List................................................................................................................................28
3.2.2 Auto White Balance ......................................................................................................................................28
3.2.3 Waveforms....................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.2.4 Zebra Pattern...................................................................................................................................................29
3.2.5 Digital Horizon................................................................................................................................................ 30
3.3 Slow-Mo and Quick-Mo.............................................................................................................. 30
3.3.1 Two Types of FPS........................................................................................................................................... 30
3.3.2 User-defined CMOS Imaging Sensor FPS............................................................................................. 30

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3.4 Custom LUT................................................................................................................................... 32
3.4.1 Upload Custom LUT...................................................................................................................................... 32
3.4.2 Erase Custom LUT..........................................................................................................................................32
3.5 Firmware Update.......................................................................................................................... 33
3.6 Calibration Mode.......................................................................................................................... 34
3.6.1 Black Balancing...............................................................................................................................................34
3.6.2 Update/Downgrade the Firmware........................................................................................................... 34
3.7 TimeCode and SYNC.................................................................................................................... 35
3.7.1 TC port and TC cord .....................................................................................................................................35
3.7.2 External TC ....................................................................................................................................................... 36
3.7.3 Beeper and SYNC........................................................................................................................................... 36
3.8 Configure the Camera ................................................................................................................. 37
3.8.1 Preset .................................................................................................................................................................37
3.8.2 Shutter Display Mode .................................................................................................................................. 38
3.8.3 Camera Fan and Core Temperature........................................................................................................38
3.8.4 ISO/EI .................................................................................................................................................................39
3.9 Anamorphic Recording ............................................................................................................... 40
3.10 Kinefinity App Instruction ........................................................................................................ 41
4. TECH & SPEC AND CONNECTORS...................................................................................43
4.1 Technical Specifications .............................................................................................................. 43
4.1.1 MAVO Edge 8K SPEC.................................................................................................................................... 43
4.1.2 MAVO Edge 8K Frame Rates and FPS....................................................................................................45
4.2 Connectors .................................................................................................................................... 46
4.2.1 DC IN.................................................................................................................................................................. 46
4.2.2 RS......................................................................................................................................................................... 46
4.2.3 LENS....................................................................................................................................................................47
4.2.4 SYNC................................................................................................................................................................... 47
4.2.5 TC.........................................................................................................................................................................48
4.3 Mechanical Drawings................................................................................................................... 49
4.3.1 MAVO Edge 8K Body with KineMOUNT................................................................................................49
4.3.2 MAVO Edge 8K Body with KineMOUNT and EF 3 Mounting Adapter.......................................52
4.3.3 MAVO Edge 8K Body with KineMOUNT and E Mounting Adapter............................................. 55
4.3.4 MAVO Edge 8K Body with KineMOUNT and PL Mounting Adapter........................................... 58

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1. CAMERA OVERVIEW
1.1 Interfaces and Buttons
The native mount is KineMOUNT, which works with mounting adapters to adapt different lenses.
Camera Front (KineMOUNT) Camera Left (KineMOUNT)
#
Name
#
Name
#
Name
1
KineMOUNT
8
Power Status LED
15
SSD Button
2
KineMOUNT Release
Button
9
Playback Button
16
SSD Door
3
Record Button
10
MENU Button
17
SSD A
4
Camera Status LED
11
AUDIO Button
18
SSD B
5
Wheel Button
12
LUT/Preset List
19
SSD A Status LED
6
Wheel
13
Zoom Button
20
SSD B Status LED
7
Power Button
14
FPS/Iris/Shutter/ISO/ND/WB
21
V-Mount Battery Release Button
CAUTION Never cover the air intake at the rear of the body and the air vent at top of the body when the
camera is powered.

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Camera Back Camera Right (KineMOUNT)
#
Name
#
名称
#
名称
22
BP-U30 Release Button
30
DC Power Input
38
Optical Indicator
23
V-mount Battery Plate
31
D-Tap Power Output
39
Video Port 1
24
BP-U30 Plate
32
SYNC Port
40
Video Port 2
25
WIFI Antenna Port*
33
USB-C Port
41
LENS Port
26
3G-SDI Port 1
34
3.5mm Headphone Jack
42
3.5mm MIC Port
27
3G-SDI Port 2
35
TC Port
43
In-camera MIC
28
GENLOCK Port
36
ETHERNET Port
44
KineMON Screw Holes (M3 x2)
29
RS Port
37
Audio XLR Port x2
45
1/4" Threaded Hole
* The WIFI port is manufactured with internal-pin and internal-bore; the antenna is SMA male pin and female
head featured with 5dBi and supports WIFI frequency band.
For the definition of ports, please refer to 4.2 Connectors. SYNC, RS, Lens and Video ports are proprietary.

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1.2 Functions of Buttons
In Live View mode, use buttons and the wheel to set the parameters; in Playback mode, use the Wheel and
shortcut buttons [1] and [2] to quickly select and switch between clips.
Operation
Rotation
Note
Wheel Rotation
Set Iris or ND/Quick Select
In Playback mode, fast forward and fast
reverse the clip by the wheel.
Operation
Press
Press and Hold for 1 sec
Note
Wheel Button
Waveform/Confirm Operation
FPS
Set FPS
Shooting(CMOS imaging sensor) FPS
IRIS
Set Iris
SHUTTER
Set Shutter
Shutter Angle or Speed
ISO
Set ISO/EI
ND
Set ND (When ND is on)
Switch ND/Clear
Set ND value while ND is chosen
WB
Set Color Temp
Set Tint
Set complete list by menu
Play/Pause (In Playback mode)
Playback/Live View mode
MENU
System settings
AUDIO
Gain Adjustment
Audio Setting
Set Audio by the wheel
1
Switch LUT
Preset List
In Playback Mode, previous clip
2
Zoom
In Playback Mode, next clip

Record
Switch from Playback to Live View
Power on/off
Force Power-off (Hold for 5 secs)
SSD
Choose KineMAG in Slot A/B
Slot A is with full speed and Slot B is
with high speed.

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1.3 Interface and Parameters
After booting up, the camera enters Live View mode: parameters of the current scene display on the screen.
#
Name
#
Name
1
CMOS Imaging Sensor FPS
16
Real-time Core Temperature
2
Shutter Speed/Shutter Angle
17
USB Indicator
3
Exposure Mode
18
WIFI Indicator (When WIFI is connected)
4
ISO/EI ASA
19
CH1/2 Audio XLR Indicator
5
Iris Number (If applicable)
20
CH3/4 BI/3.5mm MIC Indicator
6
ND Value (Only with ND on)
21
CH1/2 VU Meter
7
Color Temperature
22
CH3/4 VU Meter
8
Tint
23
Roll Number
9
Monitoring LUT
24
Clip Number
10
Image Format
25
Record Indicator
11
Record Resolution
26
Digital Horizon
12
Codec
27/29
SSD A/B Indicator
13
Real-time Power Voltage
28/30
SSD A/B Status/Capacity
14
KineBAT Remaining Capacity
31
Time Code
15
UPS Indicator
32
Waveform
NOTICECMOS Imaging Sensor FPS is the actual capturing FPS of the CMOS imaging sensor;
Project FPS is the playback FPS of the footage in post-production.
NOTICEEF Iris control is only for lenses on the White list; other lenses might not be recognized
or controlled.
NOTICEClean image output: set by [MenuSettingMain ScreenBrief].

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1.4 Default Settings
The list below features the default settings of MAVO Edge 8K:
Type
Name
Default Value
Type
Name
Default Value
SHOOTING
Default Codec
ProRes 422HQ
SETTINGS
Active Mount
Enhanced
Project FPS
25fps
Wheel Control
EF Iris
Project Blanking
None
Fan Speed
40%
Image Format
FF
Fan Control
Slow While Recording
Rec Resolution
4K DCI (4096x2160)
TimeCode
Free Run
Sensitivity Mode
ISO Mode
ND tuning
0.03
ISO Highlight Stops
5.0
Main Screen
Brief
Sensor FPS
25fps
SSD File System
HFS
Shutter Mode:
Angle
1/50s
Power Threshold (V)
12V
ISO/EI
ISO 800
Low Voltage
Shutdown
On
Color Temperature
5600K
NETWORK
WIFI
Off
ND
Clear
Stream
Off
LUT
KC_NEUTM
Bit Rate
Regular
LIVE VIEW
Waveform Based
LUT
SYNC
Tally Lamp
On
Waveform Size
Short
Beeper
On
Zebra Pattern
None
Recording Beeper
On
Zoom Ratio
100%: On
SDI
OSD
On
Anamorphic Ratio
None
LUT
KC_NEUTM
Monitoring FPS
60
AUDIO
CH1/CH2 Level (48V)
30dB
Shutter Mode
Time
CH3/CH4 Level (48V)
30dB
Color Temp List
Simple
Headphone Volume
0dB
SSD
Remaining Time
Headphone Source
CH1/2
Digital Horizon
On
CH1 Phantom 48V
On
PLAYBACK
Playback at
×1
CH2 Phantom 48V
On
Clip End
Loop
CH1/2 Record
CH1/2
SYSTEM
Language
English
CH3/4 Source
Built-in MIC
Restore to factory settings by:
[MenuSystemFactory Reset]
NOTICEWhen the camera is powered with a USB storage device plugged in, it will automatically revert
to factory settings while booting up.
NOTICEBefore perform factory reset, user settings can be exported from the camera. After the reset
is done, user settings can be imported to the camera.
[MENUSystemExport/Import User Settings]