Recording
Recording Clips
B4 broadcast lenses typically have a record button positioned on the lens handle where your
thumb would be when shooting from the shoulder. Simply press the record button on the
handle to start recording. Press again to stop recording.
Your camera has record buttons built into the camera itself. A record button is located on the
inside control panel, and on the forward control panel for convenient access when shooting
from the shoulder.
Choosing the Codec, Resolution and Sensor Area
Your Blackmagic URSA Broadcast records using Apple ProRes and Avid DNx codecs, as well as
CinemaDNG RAW. Sensor frame rate options will vary depending on the codec and resolution
you choose.
It’s worth noting that clips recorded using RAW 4:1 and RAW 3:1 compression are compatible
with DaVinci Resolve, but may be incompatible with other software applications. If you plan on
using other editing software, you should check its compatability with compressed RAW formats
before filming.
TIP
Blackmagic URSA Broadcast has a LANC input so you can easily attach an external
LANC controller and trigger the record externally. For example, you may want to attach
a LANC controller to your tripod so you can trigger the recording without taking your
hands off the focus ring and tripod handle.
NOTE
If you toggle the 'storage media selection' switch mid-recording, the camera will
complete the current recording before switching to the other type of media. This
ensures that you can not damage your recording if the switch is adjusted during a take.
TIP
When shooting with SD cards, it's best to choose a lower resolution and quality
such as Ultra HD ProRes HQ, DNxHD or lower.
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