Atomos Ninja V Recorder Firmware 10.51

New Features:

- Extended Camera Control via optional Atomos USB to Serial cable

Z Cam Navigation:

- Z Cam menu display can be called up from the Ninja V touchscreen via the camera control menu.
- Note: camera control menu is not possible when recording RAW via HDMI.
- Navigate the camera menu with Menu, Arrow and Enter keys directly via the Ninja V touch screen as well as via the on-camera buttons.
- Function added in Ninja V record menu to force menus to remain active in cases where recording menu and display info is required.

AtomHDR Monitoring Support:

- Support added to AtomHDR engine for Z Cam Zlog2 Gamma when recording video output for recording in ProRes or DNx.
- HLG and PQ monitoring modes allow for the extended dynamic range to be expanded beyond the 6 stop limit of Rec.709 without the need for exposure compensation.
- Native mode allows for view of Zlog2 in its native compressed LOG form.
- Existing Zlog2 3D LUTs can be allied this input for viewing.
- Rec.709 applies a conversion Rec.709 and will may show clipped highlights.
- LUT monitoring option allows you to apply your chosen 3D LUT to the image for monitoring. The LUT will also be applied to the waveform trace, can be burnt in to the recording and/or looped out.
- Zlog2 is output and recorded in Full range and your NLE workflow should be set to match this. The legalize option can be applied to LOG if your NLE workflow requires Legal range footage.

Battery Capacity Warning:

- Separate pop up menu will warn of low battery capacity on either camera or Ninja V.

Fixes:

- Refinement of waveform graticules for monitoring in Rec.709, HLG and PQ modes.
- Fixed issue where the top information bar may report an incorrect monitor mode of LUT.
- Changed the naming convention of AtomX SYNC devices.
- Improvements to the performance of file browser when in playback mode.
- Improved the compatibility of the AutoHDR function in AtomHDR which could cause the Ninja V to intermittently freeze.

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.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.