Atomos Ninja V Recorder Firmware 10.5

Support Z Cam E2 series – RAW video data over HDMI

- Added for support 12bit RAW over HDMI to ProRes RAW for E2 and Flagship cameras.
- Record continuous files without separation avoiding the need to stitch files together. Files are Native in Apple FCP X, Adobe Premiere Pro, Grass Valley Edius, Assimilate Scratch and Filmlight Baselight. Apple Compressor also allows for transcode of 12-bit ProRes Raw files to ProRes 444 up to XQ for use in other NLE and colour grading applications supporting this.

Camera Control via optional Atomos USB to Serial cable

- Remote control of the Z Cam E2 line up directly from the screen of the Ninja V via the Z Cam UART connection. Option in the Input menu allows the user to set the function of the remote port from the LANC port to camera control to suite their use case.
- Connection between the Camera is via the Atomos USB to Serial cable, that can also be used for calibration of Atomos monit or recorders: ATOMCAB04 – USB to Serial cable – Cable length is approx. 2m has USB type A connector that can be converted to type C for connection to the Z Cam camera. ATOMCAB018 – USB-C to Serial cable – Cable length is approx. 40cm and can connect directly via USB-C to the Z Cam Camera. 2.5mm tack can be extended using widely available LANC extension cable.

Dedicated Camera setting control view allows you to check and adjust to key camera settings: 

- Aperture: easily step up or down through F stops.
- Shutter: manually adjust shutter speed up and down or enable Auto.
- ND: Where Z Cam Electronic ND is connected to the camera level can be increased or decreased.
- ISO: Camera ISO can be adjusted up or down or set Auto.
- White Balance: Adjust camera white balance between or enable Auto.
- Camera battery level: Monitor and receive warning about camera battery level.
- All controls including Camera Record trigger can be the Ninja V in monitor only mode.
- When remote camera control cable is connected to the Z Cam the USB-C port cannot be used to connect an external drive. 

RAW to Video Loop out

- RAW inputs via HDMI can be looped out of HDMI in HLG, PQ or with 3D LUT applied
- 4K RAW can be output as 4K DCI, 4K HD or down converted to HD
- 6k RAW is down converted to 4K UHD

Tool bar order

- Based on user feedback the order of the tools in the bottom bar has been updated to enable faster access to the tools such as magnification and false colour.
- Vector Zoom tool has been removed but the full vector scope can be viewed in large format.

Fixes:

- Improved HDMI compatibility where in some case image or connection may fail to lock.

Known issues:

- When changing camera RAW modes while connected to Ninja, occasionally Ninja display will freeze. Disconnect and re-connect HDMI cable to fix.
- Occasionally while powering Ninja on with RAW camera connected, display will momentarily display corrupted image, but should recover. Disconnect and re-connect HDMI cable if problem persists.

Firmware Update Tutorial:

- Download and unzip the file.
- Copy the file onto a recommended, formatted driver, using the docking station included with your recorder.
- Insert the drive into the Atomos recorder while it’s off.
- Power up the Atomos recorder.
- The screen will show flashing lines of color. This is normal - DO NOT power off!
- Updating will take a few minutes.
- Once completed, the Atomos recorder will power down.
- Power up the Atomos recorder again.
- Check Menu > Product Info > AtomOS Version. This should match the version you have just downloaded.
- Enjoy your updated Atomos recorder !

Firmware Recovery Tutorial:

- Power down the Atomos recorder (Hold power button for 4 seconds).
- Hold down the power button for 10 seconds approximately.
- You will see the “Firmware Update Failed” screen.
- Insert your HDD / SSD.
- The install process will begin and the screen will show flashing lines of color. This is normal - DO NOT power off !
- Once completed, the Atomos recorder will power down.
- Enjoy your updated Atomos recorder !

About Video Recorder Adapter Updates:

Applying a new firmware package on your Video Recorder adapter should improve overall performance and stability, fix various issues encountered with the device, or add support for newly developed features.

The Video Recorder adapter should be carefully upgraded by a power user (that is to say, someone who has the know-how to successfully complete the process), but it can also be performed by an average user at his or her own risk.

Either way, given the fact that each producer has their own method for installing a new firmware, and that every device has a particular way to enter the update mode, you must not consider upgrading the adapter's software until you have read and thoroughly understood the installation steps.

As a rule, said steps shouldn't pose too much of a challenge because manufacturers strive to make them as easy as possible. As with everything else, exceptions do occur, and users should be prepared for them.

Usually, you should transfer the compatible firmware to the Recorder through a USB cable or a memory card, and afterwards enter update mode from the unit's setup menu or through a specific power-on method.

With this in mind, if you intend to apply this release, make sure the package is compatible with your Video Recorder and that it brings about the changes you want or require; hit the download button and apply the new firmware.

Don't forget to regularly check with our website so that you don't miss any updates.