Zeiss Compact Prime CP.3 XD User manual

Quick-Guide
ZEISS CP.3 eXtended Data Setup
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Table of contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................1
Ambient MasterLockitPlus .......................................................................................................................5
ZEISS eXtended Data setup......................................................................................................................8
Read / record key lens data on the camera...........................................................................................11
Read / record ZEISS eXtended Data on the MasterLockitPlus ...............................................................13
Preview lens correction on set using LiveGrade Pro..............................................................................16
Extract recorded ZEISS eXtended Data using Pomfort Silverstack ........................................................22
Distortion and shading correction in Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve with ZEISS plug-in...............26
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................27

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Introduction
Scope of this quick guide
In this quick guide, you will learn how to properly setup a ZEISS eXtended Data (XD) setup and get an understanding
of the new metadata workflow:
You will learn how to connect the CP.3 XD lens to camera (ARRI and RED) and MasterLockitPlus recorder.
You will learn how to record ZEISS eXtended Data into the MasterLockitPlus.
You will learn how to preview distortion and shading corrected images on set using the XD technology.
You will learn how to prepare recorded eXtended Data and transfer them to post-production.
You will learn how to apply correction in Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve using recorded eXtended Data
and the ZEISS eXtended Data plug-in.
What is ZEISS eXtended Data?
ZEISS eXtended Data is a newly developed lens data technology. It is based on the Cooke *Technology which
provides frame-accurate key lens data about:
Lens name, type and focal length
Calibrated focusing distance
Calibrated T-stop value
Depth-of-field data in real time and hyperfocal distance
Horizontal field-of-view
Entrance pupil position
ZEISS eXtended Data extends the functionality with additional ZEISS specific lens data about:
The characteristics are calculated frame accurate in real time for every focal point and effective T-stop.
The key lens data are transferred either directly to the camera through a 4-pin Cooke /i interface (PL mount) and / or
to any supported equipment via external plug. ZEISS specific lens data is currently only recorded by the
MasterLockitPlus. In the future, cameras will also be able to record the specific lens data.
*/i is a registered trademark of Cook Optics Limited uses with permission

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*LEMO is a registered trademark of INTERLEMO HOLDING S.A.

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Overview of the equipment
ZEISS CP.3 XD lens
Camera
Ambient MasterLockitPlus
Cables
Lens data cable
Power cables
Camera metadata cable
Timecode cable
Apple iMac, MacBook or MacBook Pro with macOS 10.10 or newer
(is called Mac in the following pages)
PC computer (optional)
Blackmagic Design UltraStudio Mini Recorder or similar recording device
Thunderbolt cable
HDMI or SDI cable
Software
Pomfort LiveGrade Pro (version 3.9 or later)
Pomfort Silverstack XT or Silverstack Lab (version 6.2 or later)
Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve (version 12.5 or later)
Blackmagic Desktop Video drivers

ZEISS CP.3 XD lens
The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses offer the perfect combination of high image quality and reliable usability. They exhibit the
clean, crisp characteristics ZEISS is known for, together with an interchangeable mount system and full-frame
coverage. CP.3 XD lenses are compatible with a wider range of cameras and mount types than any other cine lens
on the market.
1. Rear lens element
2. Lens mount
3. Aperture ring
4. Aperture index mark
5. External socket
(Female 4-Pin mechanical connector)
6. Focus ring
7. Focus index mark
8. Front lens element
For further information, please visit https://www.zeiss.com/camera-lenses/int/cinematography/products/compact-
prime-cp3-lenses.html.
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Ambient MasterLockitPlus
What does the MasterLockitPlus do?
The MasterLockitPlus by Ambient Recording is part of a timecode system.
It generates timecode on set, in order to synchronize multiple cameras and audio devices.
It reads ZEISS eXtended Data out of the CP.3 XD external socket.
It records ZEISS eXtended Data internally and / or passes it through via WiFi / Ethernet to Pomfort LiveGrade
Pro for live preview on set.
Overview
1. Ethernet port
2. DC in port
3. 2x USB port; for WiFi adapter
4. Display
5. Navigation switch / Power button
6. Status LED
7. Antenna port (ANT) with antenna
8. Blue ACN port for camera metadata
stream
9. Red TC port for timecode
10. Grey ACN port for lens data
11. 1/4 “ thread mount
For further information please visit http://ambient.de/product/mlp/.
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MasterLockitPlus cables
The following table shows, which cables you need for your specific camera setup. You will need all cables to
successfully prepare a proper metadata setup. You can find a detailed view of every cable in the Appendix.
Brand
Model
Lens data
cable
Timecode
cable
Camera metadata
cable1
Power
cable2
ARRI
ALEXA Classic
MLC-CP
TC-IO
MLC-L1B10P
included with
camera
metadata
cable
ARRI
ALEXA Classic
MLC-CP
TC-IO
MLC-L1B10
AK-L0B2-HS4
ARRI
ALEXA Mini
MLC-CP
TC-IO
(optional
TC-IO-RA)
MLC-L1B10P
included with
camera
metadata
cable
ARRI
SXT
MLC-CP
TC-IO
-
AK-L0B2-HS4
or
MLC-L1B10P
ARRI
Amira
MLC-CP
LTC-OUT
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AK-HS4
Blackmagic
Design
Ursa/Mini/Mini Pro
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
AK-XLR4M
Canon
C700
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
AK-HS4-PC2M
(AK-L0B2-HS4
optional)
Canon
C500
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
-
Canon
C300 II
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
-
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The camera metadata cable is not necessary to get the ZEISS eXtended Data but is part of a correct metadata setup with the
MasterLockitPlus. Using this cable, the MasterLockitPlus receives metadata from the camera in addition to the ZEISS eXtended
Data. The MasterLockitPlus dos not support all cameras.
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Cameras with no or not supported power outlet require additional 6-28V power source to power the MasterLockitPlus / CP.3
XD connection. Different solutions are possible.
Camera metadata cable
MLC-L1B10
MLC-L1B10P
for ARRI Alexa Classic
Camera metadata cable
ACN-RCP
for RED
Timecode cable
TC-IO and TC-IO-RA
for ARRI Alexa Series and
REDCOLT Expander
LTC-Out/EPIC
for RED DSMC1 and DSMC2 Expander
(excl. REDVOLT)
LTC-OUT
for ARRI Amira, Blackmagic,
Canon, Sony …
Lens data cable
MLC-CP
for CP.3 XD lenses

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Canon
C100 II
MLC-CP
TC-OUT
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Panasonic
Varicam LT/35/HS
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
AK-HS4
(AK-L0B2-HS4
optional for
35/HS)
Panasonic
Varicam Pure
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
AK-L0B2-HS4
Panavision
Milenium DXL
MLC-CP
over ACN
over ACN
AK-L0B2-HS4
RED
DSMC1
MLC-CP
LTC-Out /
EPIC
ACN-RCP
-
RED
DSMC2 w Base
Expander
MLC-CP
LTC-Out /
EPIC
ACN-RCP
-
RED
DSMC2 w V-LOCK I/O
Expander
MLC-CP
LTC-Out /
EPIC
ACN-RCP
AK-HS4-PC2M
RED
DSMC2 w JETPACK
Expander
MLC-CP
LTC-Out /
EPIC
ACN-RCP
-
RED
DSMC2 w JETPACK-
SDI Expander
MLC-CP
LTC-Out /
EPIC
ACN-RCP
AK-L0B2-HS4
RED
DSMC2 with REDVOLT
Expander
MLC-CP
TC-IO
ACN-RCP
AK-L0B2-HS4
RED
DSMC2 w OMOD
MLC-CP
over ACN
over ACN
AK-L0B2-HS4
Sony
F65
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
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Sony
F5/F55
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
-
AK-HS4
Sony
FS7II (requires XDCA-
FS7 for timecode and
DC out)
MLC-CP
LTC-Out
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AK-HS4

ZEISS eXtended Data setup
Hardware setup
The MasterLockitPlus, the camera and the CP.3 XD lens need to be plugged-in carefully. The setup depends on the
type of camera in use.
Recording of ZEISS eXtended Data via the CP.3 XD external plug with the Ambient Recording MasterLockitPlus is
possible with any camera which has the possibility to get a timecode connection to the MasterLockitPlus.
You will find the correct Timecode cable for your camera on the Ambient Recording webpage
(http://ambient.de/product_custom_cat/timecode-kabel/). Also you need the lens data cable MLC-CP for the
connection CP.3 XD lens and MasterLockitPlus and a 6-28V power source for the MasterLockitPlus.
In this guide, we describe the setup for ARRI cameras with PL mount and Cooke /i 4-pin interface and RED DSMC2
cameras.
General procedure for connecting the equipment
No matter what camera is in use, always proceed in this order:
Connect the MasterLockitPlus to the camera using timecode and camera metadata cable.
Connect the MasterLockitPlus power cable.
Switch on the camera.
Switch on the MasterLockitPlus.
Once the system is up and running, you can proceed with the lens setup in the following order:
Attach the lens to the PL mount.
Connect the lens to the MasterLockitPlus.
Exchanging the lens
Camera and MasterLockitPlus are running and should not be switched off.
Always proceed in the following order:
Disconnect the lens from the MasterLockitPlus.
Detach the lens from the camera.
Attach the new lens to the camera.
Connect the new lens to the MasterLockitPlus.
Warning
If you do not proceed in the order described above (eg. connect the lens to MasterLockitPlus before attaching the
lens), the lens might not be recognized by the MasterLockitPlus or by the camera.
In this case, unplug the lens from the MasterLockitPlus and plug it to the MasterLockitPlus again.

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ZEISS eXtended Data setup with ARRI Alexa, Alexa XT / SXT and Alexa Mini
Equipment
ARRI Alexa, Alexa XT / SXT, Alexa Mini
ZEISS CP.3 XD
MasterLockitPlus
Lens data cable MLC-CP
Timecode cable TC I/O
Camera metadata & power cable MLC-L1B10P
Camera –MasterLockitPlus connection
Camera
Cable
MasterLockitPlus
Timecode connector

TC-IO

TC (red)
Ethernet connector

MLC-L1B10P

Ethernet port + DC in
Lens –MasterLockitPlus connection
Lens
Cable
MasterLockitPlus
External socket

MLC-CP

ACN (grey)

ZEISS eXtended Data setup with RED Scarlet-W, Epic, Epic-W, Weapon
Equipment
RED Scarlet-W, Epic, Epic-W, Weapon
ZEISS CP.3 XD
MasterLockitPlus
Lens data cable MLC-CP
Timecode cable LTC-Out/EPIC
Camera metadata cable ACN-RCP
Power cable AK-HS4-PC2M
Camera –MasterLockitPlus connection
Camera
Cable
MasterLockitPlus
Sync

LTC-Out/EPIC

TC (red)
Ctrl

ACN-RCP

ACN (blue)
Power TAP

AK-HS4-PC2M

DC in
Lens –MasterLockitPlus connection
Lens
Cable
MasterLockitPlus
External socket

MLC-CP

ACN (grey)

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Read or record key lens data on the camera
Cameras with PL mount including Cooke /i 4-pins connector allow viewing and recording standard lens data in the
camera body.
Depending on cameras capabilities, only part of lens data will be recorded.
How to check if the lens is recognized by the camera
ARRI Alexa Mini
To get live lens data on display in the ARRI Alexa Mini, click on Info Lens info in the display.
Push the MButton on top of the viewfinder to toggle view of the viewfinder.
ARRI Alexa SXT / Alexa Plus
To get lens data on display in the ARRI Alexa SXT / Alexa Plus, push the button WRS Lens Data on the camera.

RED Scarlet-W, EPIC, EPIC-W, Weapon
To get live lens data in the RED Scarlet-w, EPIC, EPIC-W or Weapon, check if the lens is recognized:
Settings Setup Lens
Switch between Info and Metadata
You get live lens data on the display:
What to do if the CP.3 XD is not detected?
In case the lens data is not shown on the screen, in the viewfinder or in the camera menu:
Disconnect the lens from the MasterLockitPlus.
Detach the lens from the camera.
Attach the lens to the camera.
Wait until the lens data is shown on the monitor.
Connect new lens to the MasterLockitPlus.

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Read or record ZEISS eXtended Data on the MasterLockitPlus
In order to record ZEISS eXtended Data the MasterLockitPlus must be setup correctly:
Camera, MasterLockitPlus and lens are connected according to your camera setup
Camera is up and running
MasterLockitPlus is up and running
Connect the MasterLockitPlus to a computer
While no connection to the computer is needed during the shot, it makes sense to use the web interface of the
MasterLockitPlus during setup to ensure that all parameters are correct.
via WiFi
The WiFi dongle must be connected to one of the MasterLockitPlus´s USB ports.
Open your network settings and search for WiFi Access Points.
Connect to the access point which name (SSID) begins with “mlp-”.
Type in the password. The password is identical to the name of the access point (mlp-…).
via Ethernet
Connect the Ethernet cable to your MasterLockitPlus.
Connect the Ethernet cable to your Computer or Laptop.
Access the MasterLockitPlus web interface
Open a web browser (we recommend Google Chrome).
Type in 10.0.0.1 OR masterlockit.local in the address bar.
In case the web interface does not appear, verify that the MasterLockitPlus is properly connected to your computer
via WiFi or Ethernet.
Synchronize MasterLockitPlus and camera
While the MasterLockitPlus records the ZEISS eXtended Data continuously, it is important to ensure that the
timecode and the Frame Rate are setup correctly and synchronized with the camera.
For ARRI and RED cameras: To set the timecode in your camera, connect your camera with the timecode cable with
the MasterLockitPlus. Go to the timecode settings in your camera menu and chose the following settings:
ARRI cameras:
TC Options
Source: Ext LTC
Mode: Free Run
Generator: Regen
RED cameras:
Menu Settings Project Frame Rate
Project Time Base: select your Frame Rate, for example 23,98 FPS
Menu Settings Project Timecode
TC Display Mode: TOD
Source: External

Choose the right Frame Rate in the web interface of the MasterLockitPlus and click Set Time of Day. The camera gets
the timecode from the MasterLockitPlus now.
Warning
In case of wrong setup, the ZEISS eXtended Data cannot be applied on clip data in post-production.
Ensure that the system date and time of the camera are correct. Using a wrong date and time might prevent
you to match ZEISS eXtended Data to video clips.
Verify that the timecode value on the web browser (TC) corresponds to the timecode value on the camera.
Ensure that the Frame Rate (FPS) value on the MasterLockitPlus is similar to the Frame Rate setup in the
camera.
Verify that the lens and camera are connected to the MasterLockitPlus
Click on the ACN Radar tab.
Elements with green background are recognized by the MasterLockitPlus.
Lens connection
CP.3 XD objectives will be automatically detected by the MasterLockitPlus.
In case the lens is not recognized:
Verify that the MLP-CP cable is plugged in correctly.
Un-plug and re-plug the MLP-CP cable.
Verify that the whole connections have been done correctly.

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Camera connection
The MasterLockitPlus is able to read metadata from RED and ARRI Alexa cameras. If you use such a camera, it is
good to have a connection for metadata between MasterLockitPus and camera. To get those connection please
following the next steps.
Preparing the camera
RED cameras:
On the camera go to Menu Settings Setup Communication Serial.
Choose Red Link from the list.
ARRI cameras: No preparation is needed.
Adding the camera
Click on Add Device and add your camera
RED cameras: Choose a name and click on Save device.
ARRI Cameras: Choose a name and type in your 4-Digit ARRI Alexa Serial Number and click on Save Device
(You can find the serial number on a sticker on your camera or by pushing the info button and then the
version button on your ARRI Alexa).
In case another camera is already recognized, click on Switch device and add your camera.

Preview lens correction on set using LiveGrade Pro
What is Pomfort LiveGrade Pro?
LiveGrade Pro is a Mac software, developed by Pomfort GmbH, which allows to live preview color graded image on
set, starting from software version 3.9. It gets live stream from the camera over SDI of HDMI and shows the color
graded image either on a Mac display or on a DOP / DIT monitor connected to the Mac.
LiveGrade Pro includes a feature that allows to preview lens correction on the live image.
Install Pomfort LiveGrade Pro
Download LiveGrade Pro (http://pomfort.com/livegradepro/)
Copy LiveGrade Pro to your applications folder and start it.
Activate LiveGrade Pro (license):
Open the License Manager by choosing Licenses… from the LiveGrade Pro menu.
LiveGrade… Licenses...
Click on Add License... in the opening License Manager.
Type or copy / paste a valid license key.
Click on Activate License.
License can be ordered from Pomfort web site.
In order to activate the license, the computer must have access to internet.
Connect the camera to your Mac
Equipment needed:
Camera with HDMI or SDI output
HDMI or SDI cable
Blackmagic Design Ultra Studio Mini Recorder
Mac
USB-C to Thunderbolt adapter
Thunderbolt cable

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Install and setup Blackmagic Design video drivers
Download the latest Blackmagic Desktop Video drivers:
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/support/family/capture-and-playback
Choose “Download Only” to download and install the Blackmagic Desktop Video drivers.
Setup:
Connect the BMD Mini Recorder to your Mac via the Thunderbolt cable.
Click on the apple icon.
Click on System Preferences.
Click on the BMD Desktop Video icon.
Click on the button that is in the center of the Desktop Video Utility.
Select the video feed source (HDMI / SDI) you´ll be using.
Uncheck the box next to 1080PsF On.
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Click on Conversions.
Set the Input conversion dropdown to None.
Click Save.
Connection to Mac with USB-C connector
Camera SDI / HDMI Blackmagic Design Ultra Studio Mini Recorder Thunderbolt / USB-C converter Mac
Connection to Mac with Thunderbolt
Camera SDI / HDMI Blackmagic Design Ultra Studio Mini Recorder Mac
Get live feed from camera in Pomfort LiveGrade Pro
Pre-requisites
Camera is connected to Mac using the Blackmagic Design Ultra Studio Mini Recorder.
Blackmagic Design Video Drivers are installed and working.
LiveGrade Pro is up and running.
Steps
Click on Device Add Device… Add Capture Device…

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A new window opens
If the screen of the UltraStudio Mini Recorder is black, then unplug it and plug it back in.
Select UltraStudio Mini Recorder.
Under Capture Source select direct camera output.
Click on Add.
Setup Pomfort LiveGrade Pro to receive ZEISS eXtended Data
Pre-requisites
MasterLockitPlus is connected to the lens and camera correctly.
MasterLockitPlus is connected via WiFi or Ethernet to the Mac.
Lens is connected and recognized by the MasterLockitPlus.
Setup
Click on Device Add Device… Add Lockit…
A new window opens.
The IP: masterlockit.local should appear in the IP Address bar.
Click on Add Lockit Device.