RED's EPIC and SCARLET cameras are modular by their nature, but if you wanted to power a RED Touch LCD and a RED EVF at the same time, your options were limited. The only solution up until now has been to use the Pro I/O Module (or the very expensive Meizler Module), which adds a number of features that you may not necessarily need. Now, RED has finally introduced the +1 Monitor Adapter, which adds an additional RED EVF/LCD port, as well as an auxiliary 4-pin Lemo power port, which can be adapted to 2-pins with a new RED adapter cable. The company has also opened enrollment for their 16-week REDucation X course, which begins in March. We have some information about the class below, as well as a video introducing the +1.
Here is the new module, which is currently retailing for $1,250, with the 4-pin to 2-pin adapter cable attached (which is sold separately and will run you $125):
Here is the +1 on the RED EPIC:
Some info about the +1:
The +1 MONITOR ADAPTOR mounts onto the back of a DSMC brain and features an EVF/LCD port for adding an additional RED display. Also included is an AUX power port for 4-pin 3rd party accessories (2-pin accessories are compatible when using the 4-PIN TO 2-PIN ADAPTOR CABLE). Similar to the MODULE ADAPTOR, you will be able to add and secure DSMC modules onto the rear of the +1 MONITOR ADAPTOR, to continue building your configuration.
Obviously there are a few key differences between the Pro I/O Module and this +1 Module (besides cost). For starters, it's much smaller, which means you can probably leave it on the camera most of the time without noticing it or worrying about bumping it. You also might be noticing the HDMI cable sticking out of the adapter. While RED has been working on this module for quite some time now, I'm willing to bet part of the reason for the holdup was trying to make the module small enough but also generate its own monitor path. With this +1 Module, the HDMI output from the camera is converted into a proper RED EVF/LCD port. This means that you will lose the use of that HDMI port as long as you want to use the +1 Module, but the HD-SDI will continue to function as normal. So basically an EPIC or SCARLET in this configuration isn't really gaining any ports, just converting one to the RED EVF/LCD port.
If you haven't heard of it before, RED has a course open to anyone (but space limited) designed to teach you the ins and outs of working with RAW digital cinema cameras, specifically focusing on RED hardware. Here are some details on REDucation X:
With the advent and forward trends of digital technology within the film industry, the immersive REDucation X experience teaches filmmakers-to-be the processes and techniques associated with digital filmmaking through practical application. This program bridges the gap between a traditional, multi-year film school, and a short-term intensive training class. Whereas the norms of film school would teach in course hours and grades, our program provides an all-inclusive look at the real-world business of filmmaking—all located atRED Studios, in the heart of Hollywood, CA.
Each student will produce their own short film by way of equipment that is usually limited only to professionals. However, the mission of this process extends far beyond technology itself. The foremost purpose of our program is to guide independent filmmakers through the intricacies of technology in order to aid solid narrative filmmaking; we hope to encourage and assist the aspirations behind great stories…
The class focuses on far more than just technology, and goes into everything that a normal film production would encounter -- from pre-production and story development all the way through post-production. That's why the 16-week class, which is taking place from March 25th to July 12th, costs $15,000, and is limited to a class size of 15 students. If you've got the money, you'll be working with literally everything that RED makes for a lengthy period of time.
You can learn more about the class as well as the new products from RED using the links below.
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