This guide will assist you in choosing which Redrock products or configurations are right for you .

microX Bundle or Indie Bundle?

• The microX flip accessory correctly orients the image coming into the camera. We recommend the M2/microX Encore bundle for most cameras
• If your camera has built-in flip capabilities, the microX Encore flip accessory is not required. You can purchase the M2 Encore Indie Bundle without the microX flip and use the camera's built in capabilities. Current cameras that have built in flip include the Panasonic HMC150, Panasonic HPX170, JVC HD200, JVC HD250, and JVC GM700.

Camera Setup Guide for Redrock M2 Cinema Lens Adapter

The following chart will helps make sure you get everything you need to get your Redrock system up and running. Simply look up your camera model on the left and wherever there is a "Y" you will want to purchase that item.

For example, for the Panasonic HVX-200 we recommend the M2/microX bundle which includes the necessary step ring, hard mount kit, and shims

If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to contact sales@redrockmicro.com

Notes

*Step ring is not availabe through Redrock, and can be purchased from retailers such as adapterrings.com or bhphoto.com.

Recommended Edition

M2/microX Encore Bundle - our bundle that includes the microX Encore flip accessory

M2 Encore Indie Bundle - our Bundle that uses the camera's built-in flip capabilities to enhance the M2 Encore adapter

Shim Kit

The shim kit allows the rods to be adjusted to fit any camera height.

82-72 Step-Down Ring

Enables cameras with larger filter rings to use the Redrock adapter (a common example is the Panasonic HVX-200's 82mm filter ring)

Hard mount kit (optional)

The optional hard mount kit connects the adapter directly to the camera. While not required, it is a preferred approach for the newer generation of cameras (in particular the Panasonic HVX-200, JVC HD100 and 200 series, and the Sony Z1/FX1 cameras)

Other Step-Down Ring

Some cameras may have unusually sized filter lenses, and require a step-ring that Redrock does not currently offer, but can be purchased at adapterrings.com or at any local pro camera shop. The needed ring is coded to help you easily find which ring you need. It is indicated by two numbers, and arrow between them, and "up" or "down". This tells you what type of step ring you need. for example "37->55 up" means you need a 37mm to 55mm step up ring.

Spacer Tube

Some cameras have a longer minimum focusing distance, and require additional space between the camera and the adapter. A simple spacer tube (which can be found here) does a great job.

Camera-Specific Notes

a. The canon XL series DV camera lenses have a bulge at the end of the lens. We recommend using a standard 72mm UV filter between the camera lens and the Redrock achromat so it can be attached without damage to your XL lens.

b. For smaller cameras, the shim kit is used to raise the height of the camera.

c. The HV20/HV30 with the microX requires 3/8" shim beneath the rod support. A 1" spacer tube may be required (there are mixed reports of needing this spacer tube. We recommend starting without one and purchasing the spacer tube only if needed). See below for spacer tube purchase recommendations.

d. For cameras that have a longer minimum focus distance (that is, they can't focus close-up as much as some other cameras)) a 55mm 1" spacer tube is needed, and can be purchased here: http://www.camerafilters.com/detail.aspx?id=788. The spacer tube is inserted between the adapter and the achromat, preferably between the adapter and hardmount kit.

e. The Sony V1 requires a 1/8" shim beneath the camera to raise the camera up.

f. The Sony EX1 and EX3 are now compatible with the M2/microX Encore Bundle.

g. The HPX 170 has a 72mm diameter filter and therefore does not require a step ring. Since the HPX 170 has an electronic "flip" feature built in to the camera, it can be used without the microX flip accessory.

h. bot the HPX170 and HMC150 have an option for in-camera flip (for viewing only, recorded image still needs to be flipped in post). You can also use the microX Encore's achromat combined with a spacer tube to achieve excellent results without use of the microX Encore flip accessory.