ATOMOS Shogun Studio 2 User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- ATOMOS
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ATOMOS Shogun Studio 2 User Guide
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Atomos Shogun Studio 2, utilizing Quad Link SDI and HDMI 2.0 connectivity to record up to 4Kp60 video and high frame rate HD to Pro Res and Avid DNX or RAW at up to 5.7k in Pro Res RAW or 4k30p in CDNG. With 360 zone backlight combined with our Super Atom IPS panel and Dynamic Atom HDR engine provides the ability to display millions of color graduations and image detail. With up to 3000nits of peak HDR brightness and dynamic shadow control from the zoned backlight Shogun Studio 2 can display 15+ stops of dynamic range. With a calibratable screen the that supports up to 105% of DCI p3 you can display and transform for wide color gamut’s and log gammas out to HDR standards. With so many recorder, monitor, playback and edit features, please take the time to read through this Quick Start Guide and register your product for free updates and extended warranty.
Checklist
- 1 x Shogun Studio
- q 2 x Rack ears + screws
- 5 x Master Caddy II
- 2 x Short rubber feet for desktop mounting
- 2 x Larger rubber feet for increased elevation
- 2 x IEC power cable (or external PSU for Japan)
- 1 x USB-C Dock
- 2 x HDMI Cables
You will also need
SDI Cables
If you are connecting via 6G or 12G SDI please ensure your cable supports the
Belden 1694A standard.
SSD Drives
We test and approve SSD drives from the world’s leading media brands. There
are specific approved drives depending on the resolution and frame rate you
are capturing – for the full list of compatible drives please refer to:
www.atomos.com/drives
Synchronization Connections
The Gen Lock and LTC 1/0 are connected via BNC and can use 75 Ohm cable.
Media
Widely available 2.5″ SSDs are the basic storage media for Atomos 4K Monitor Recorders. We work closely with leading drive manufacturers to qualify as many options as possible. SSDs are required for 4K recording and for more demanding production environments that may not be suited to spinning hard disks.
We have worked closely with leading media manufacturers to develop media designed specifically for the Atomos Ninja V, that with the addition of Atom SSD mini handles is 100% compatible with Shogun Studio 2. The Atom SSD mini is smaller than a standard SSD, but utilizes the same SATA connection as normal HDD/SSD media and is compatible with all Atomos recorders and docking stations. Atom SSD mini (with SSD mini Handle) fits directly into the Shogun Studio 2 disk slot without the need for a Master Caddy II.
For more information about supported drives and accessories, visit: www.atomos.com/drives
Assemble the Master Caddy
Position a Solid State Drive (SSD) into the Master Caddy. Assemble completely
and align screw holes on all three pieces. Insert screws last. Do not over-
tighten. For more detailed instructions please download the full Shogun Studio
2 User Manual.
Handle SSD with care
Avoid contact with circuit board and connectors. Refer to media manufacturer’s
manual for handling instructions.
Format SSD With your chosen SSD inserted in to the Master Caddy or SSD mini
with attached handle insert the drive into the channel you would like to
operate. Note each drive slot corresponds to the monitor it is located
beneath.
With the drive inserted you can touch the drive icon in the top right of the touch screen interface. Select to the format option to erase and prepare the drive for use. For drives that support secure erase an option will be available for this. It will take slightly longer to perform the format process and SSD will be reset to factory settings.
Important: Never remove the SSD whilst recording as this may cause data corruption.
Connect and power-up
We recommend that you connect Shogun Studio 2 directly to a reliable connection or via a power distribution unit / strip to an interruptible power supply in your rack. The Shogun Studio has 2 x AC inputs and we advise using both where possible.
Connecting Power-up and about PSUs
The rear bottom left hand side of the unit are located AC1 and AC2 inputs with
IEC C14 sockets (see next page). Connect the provided power cables to the
sockets and then connect to main power. The dual power supplies internally
balance the power draw across both units and additionally allows for backup
power if one of the power supplies fail. If a PSU does fail a warning screen
will be displayed. To continue using the unit, activate single power supply
mode by clicking OK. Once connected press the power button on the front of the
unit and both recorder channels will power up.
Connection layout
Looking at Shogun Studio 2 from the front, recorder channel 1 is on the left
and recorder channel 2 is on the right. The rear panel has been laid out
symmetrically to match what you see on the front. The major sections, recorder
channel 1/control & updates/recorder channel 2, contain all of the in/ out
connections relevant to that section.
The Connections of the Shogun Studio2
Video: Each recorder Channel has 2 x 3G and 2 X 12G SDI inputs, and 1 x
12G SDI output, with the option to have a 2nd 12G SDI output when in playback
mode. The 12G SDI are also backwards compatible to 6G, 3G, 1.5G SDI and can be
used for dual or quad link to use with your existing equipment. Each recorder
Channel also has a HDMI connection for input and output. These are both 2.0
specification to handle 4K video up to 60fps, allowing 10-bit video in and
out.
Audio: Each recorder channel has 2 x XLR inputs and 2 x XLR outputs. These can be used at Line, Mic and Pro level, which can be defined by the Audio menu. The inputs can also provide 48V Phantom power to compatible microphones.
Synchronization: Each Recorder channel has Genlock input and output via BNC as well as LTC time code input and output. Operation of LTC can be found in the Timecode menu & operation of Genlock found in the output sections of the device menus. LTC can be activated whilst in Record mode and Genlock is available whilst in playback mode.
RS422 9pin D-Sub: Each recorder has it’s own dedicated 9pin D-Sub with RS422 machine control. Simply connect your RS422 cable from your device or controller and Shogun Studio 2 will receive and action the commands. Please refer to the Shogun Studio 2 User Manual for a list of supported RS422 commands and qualified controllers at www.atomos.com/support
USB: The USB connection on the rear is for SERVICE ONLY and should only be used if instructed to do so as part of firmware updates.
Headphone Monitoring Jack: On the front of the unit, each recorder channel has it’s own individual 3.5mm jack for audio monitoring. The channels to be monitored can be selected via the audio menu on the Shogun Studio 2 touchscreen.
Calibration Socket: Between the monitors of the recorder channels is a 2.5mm mini jack. This is for use with the optional x-rite i1 display pro calibrator and Atomos Calibration software. The single socket is able to calibrate both screens. Connect the x-rite unit, open the calibration software and select device 1 in the software to calibrate Recorder Channel 1 or select device 2 to calibrate Recorder Channel 2.
Control: Each of the Shogun Studio channels can be operated via the independent touch screens to adjust record, monitor, playback and edit functions. Please refer to the manual for further details.
Touch Screen interface: Pictured on page 6 are the main controls seen when the Shogun Studio 2 is powered on with video input connection present and recording media in the drive bay. Touch these items to access or cycle through the available options. For example, touching the Video Input Format will open the Settings menu panel and jump directly to the related Input settings.
Power Button: A single power button is used to turn both devices on and off. A simple tap of the power button will also lock or unlock the touch interface of both recorder channels. A long press (4 seconds) will turn both units off.
Record Button
Positioned in the lower center of the front panel is a record button. Pressing
this will trigger both channel to begin recording based on current settings.
To stop recording, press and hold until recording has stopped.
Physical features
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Power Button
The power button as described earlier controls the simultaneous turning on or off both recorder channels. With both power supplies connected press the Power button and both units will power up .
On initial connection of power the controller will go through a boot phase and the fan will spin up. Once this has happened the power button can be used to turn on the device.
Once powered, pressing the power button for 4 seconds will turn both units off. After power down the unit’s fan will remain on whilst the internal controller of the Shogun Studio shuts down . -
Calibration Port
The Calibration 2 .5mm jack port beneath the power button allows for connection of the optional x-rite i1 display pro unit . This single port is able to be used to calibrate both devices and each channel will display as a separate option in the Atomos Calibration software. This software will be available via www.atomos.com/support -
Headphone Ports
Both channels have an independent 3 .5mm headphone jacks for monitoring audio . The volume control is located in the Meters menu accessed by touching the Audio Meters on the main screen, or via the Setting Menu. -
Dual record
Pressing this button will trigger both units to start recording based on current settings . To stop recording, press and hold until recording has stopped . -
Disk slots
Insert compatible media. Atom SSD mini may be used with the addition of SSD mini handles. DO NOT use SSD mini media without the attached handle or disks may become logged inside the unit .
ATTENTION: Some screen printing/labelling on the front and rear of unit as illustrated above may differ from actual unit. When connecting any input or other device please ensure you are connecting to the correct connection by referring to the labelling on your actual unit.
Rear of unit
The rear panel of Shogun Studio 2 has been laid out symmetrically to align the
connections with the recorder channel monitor when viewed from the front.
6. SDI In/Out
BNC connectors for SDI inputs in HD/3G/6G/12G as indicated. Loop supporting up
to 12G 4kp60 and should be used to connect channel 1 to channel 2. SDI input 1
can also be used as a secondary output in playback mode.
7. HDMI In/Out
HDMI input connection used to record to the Shogun Studio 2 supports up to
4Kp60. HDMI output connection provides a live loop out or play out when in
Playback mode. Loop out between Channel 1 and Channel 2 is limited to 4kp30.
8. Analogue Audio
Each recorder channel has 2x XLR inputs and 2x XLR outputs. The inputs can be
configured at Line, Mic and Pro level in the Audio menu. The inputs can also
provide 48V Phantom power to compatible microphones. The XLR outputs are for
monitoring and the audio channel routed to them can be selected via the
headphones selection in the Audio menu.
9. Synchronization
Each Recorder channel has Genlock input and output via BNC as well as LTC
Timecode input and loop output.
Please note that the output of the Genlock and LTC are only for loop out and the Shogun Studio 2 cannot generate either Genlock or LTC Timecode.
Operation of LTC can be found in the Timecode menu & operation of Genlock found in the Output menu when in Playback mode.
10. RS422 9pin D-Sub
Each recorder has its own dedicated 9pin D-Sub for RS422 machine control.
Simply connect your RS422 cable from a qualified device or controller to the
relevant port on the Shogun Studio 2. A list of supported devices and RS422
commands are defined in the user manual.
11. AC Power inputs
AC1 and AC2 inputs with IEC C14 sockets. Refer to Shogun Studio 2 User Manual
for more information.
Units purchased in Japan will have a different power input configuration, as
pictured below.
12. USB Port
For SERVICE ONLY and should only be used if instructed to do so as part of
firmware updates.
13. RJ45 connection
For SERVICE ONLY and should only be used if instructed to do so as part of
firmware updates.
Touchscreen / User Interface Basics
The Shogun Studio 2 is controlled by a simple user-friendly touchscreen
interface. Pictured above is the home screen and main controls seen when the
Shogun Studio 2 is attached to a compatible input. Touching the icons/ text
will open menus for the relevant functions. Touch the settings icon located on
bottom right to access more menus, or touch individual icons for specific
settings such as timecode, audio, remaining disk space and more.
For more info visit atomos.com/shogunstudio2 and click SUPPORT tab.
Controls
Tapping Control icons will activate the relevant mode and function/s, ie. If
you are in Record Mode, tapping Edit will reveal Edit tools, tapping Monitor
will reveal monitor tools and tapping Play will switch to Play Mode.
For more information about multi-cam recording, monitoring, playback and advanced functionality please download the Shogun Studio 2 User Manual.
Monitor assist
Tapping Monitor assist icons will activate/deactivate monitoring tools.
For complete operational instructions please refer to the Shogun Studio 2 User Manual, available for download at www.atomos.com/support
Warranty & Conditions
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