BM7IIDS Wireless Control Field Camera Monitor
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Specifications
- Screen Size: 7 inches
- Dimension: 179.3mm x 106.8mm
- Brightness: 2200nits
- Resolution: 1920×1080
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
- Weight: 460g
- Color Gamut: 85% P3
- Material: Aluminum alloy
- Input Voltage: 7~24V
- Maximum Power: 15W
- Signal Input: 3G SDI X 2, HDMI
- Signal Output: 3G SDI, HDMI
- Audio Output: 3.5mm Headphone jack
- Menu Language: Power input
- Signal Conversion: HDMI/SDI Conversion
- Operating System: CINENORM OS
Product Usage Instructions
Basic Operation
To power on the monitor, long press the touch screen switch for
3 seconds. The main menu will appear once powered on.
Main Menu Overview:
- Backlight: Adjust screen brightness by sliding
the bar. - Fan: Adjust fan speed by clicking and sliding
the bar. - Volume: Adjust volume by clicking and sliding
the bar. - Device Connection: View connection status and
modes. - Monitor Settings: Configure image, panel,
signal input/output. - Battery Icon: View current status of the
battery. - Add Functions: View and add functions.
Operation Instructions
Touchscreen: Tap, long press, or swipe (up,
down, left, right) for navigation.
External Buttons: Use the knob and other
buttons for additional controls.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How do I adjust the screen brightness?
To adjust the screen brightness, slide the bar in the Backlight
section of the main menu.
2. How can I connect external devices?
In the Device Connection section of the main menu, you can view
device connection status and modes to connect external devices.
3. What is the procedure for firmware updates?
To update firmware or load LUT, use the USB-A port with a
compatible USB flash stick as described in the Firmware Update
Tutorial in the user manual.
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Product UI Manual
Product Information
179.3mm
L-type Antenna
106.8mm
7″
5-Pin serial port (TILTA nucleus control)
7~24V Power interface
EXIT / Long press the touch screen switch for 3s
Custom function keys(F keys) 1/4″ Screw hole Power indicator Scroll wheel menu
2-Pin LEMO 31mm
NP-F battery plate
Power switch USB-A
Audio output
SDI output SDI input SDI input HDMI input HDMI output
Camera control interface 1/4″ Screw hole
Basic Parameters
Screen size
7″
Dimension
179.3×106.8×31mm
Viewing angle Brightness
85 / 85 / 85 / 85 2200nits
Resolution
1920×1080
Contrast ratio Weight
1000:1 460g
Color gamut
85%P3
Material Input voltage
Aluminum alloy 7~24V
Maximum power
15W
Signal input
3G SDI X 2HDMI
Signal output
3G SDIHDMI
Audio output
3.5mm Headphone jack
Menu Language
//English///Français/español
Power input
2-Pin LEMO/DC 5.5*2.1
Signal conversion
HDMI/SDI Conversion
Camera control interface REMOTE
TILTA nucleus control interface
Motor Control
Support battery model SONY NP-F970/F960/F750/F550
USB-A
Upgrade firmware / Load LUT
Fan Operating system
Yes CINENORM OS
Packing List
BM7 II DS Monitor BM7 II DS Sunshade Customer feedback card L-type Antenna Gesture operation card
Screw-in DC power cable Drop-proof rubber case Safety box Y-type wrench Micro USB flash stick
Supported input/output resolution and frame rate
HDMI signal
1920×1080p@23.97Hz,24Hz,25Hz,29.97Hz,30Hz,50Hz,59.94.Hz,60Hz 1920×1080psf@23.97Hz,24Hz,25Hz,29.97Hz,30Hz 1920×1080i@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz 1280×720p@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz 720x576p&720x576i@50Hz 720x480p&720x480i@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz
SDI signal
1920×1080p@50fps,59.94fps,60fps 1920×1080p@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz,YUV422 1920×1080p@23.98Hz,24Hz,25Hz,29.94Hz,30Hz YUV444/YUV422 1920×1080psf@23.98Hz,24Hz,25Hz,29.97Hz,30Hz YUV444/YUV422 1920×1080i@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz YUV444/YUV422 1280×720p@50Hz,59.94Hz,60Hz YUV444/YUV422
Catalogue
Quick Start
01-03
Custom Page
04
Device Connection Tutorial
05-06
Settings Page
07-09
Function Page
10-17
Quick Access 18
3D LUT Loading Tutorial
19
Firmware Update Tutorial
20
Quick Start
Initial Page
The background image is displayed after powering on the monitor. Tap the screen or press a button to bring up the main menu. Operation Instructions:
Touchscreen: tap, long press, or swipe (up, down, left, right). External Buttons: use the knob and other buttons.
Main Menu Operations
Step Tap the screen or press the knob to open the main menu.
Main Menu Overview Backlight: slide to the bar adjust screen brightness.
Fan: click ” > ” and slide the bar to adjust fan speed.
Volume: click ” > ” and slide the bar to adjust volume.
Device Connection: view connection status and modes.
Monitor Settings: configure image, panel, signal input/output.
Battery Icon: view current status.
Add Functions: view and add functions.
Help: show function icon names in the status bar.
Functions: provide various tools for real-time monitoring, adjustment, and optimization of the captured image.
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ExternalDeviceConnection Disconnect Disconnect
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Color Format Color Range Color Gamut
Curve
3D LUT
HDMI
RGB Bit
8BIT
LEGAL LOG LOG
On
RED WIDE GAMUT RGB
RED LOG 3G10 Off
Panel Gamut Rec.709
Battery
171.4VV
Monitor Status
Step Tap the battery icon in the top-right corner (not available on all pages).
Status Bar Overview External Device Connection: view device connection status.
WiFi/Bluetooth: view or long press for settings.
Signal Input Settings: modify in “Monitor Settings > Input.”
Panel Calibration Info: view calibration status.
Battery Voltage Info: click ” ” to switch power supply mode for accurate view.
Quick Start
Director
Cameramen
Focus Puller
Add New Page
Camera Control Disconnected
Wi-Fi
BLE Wired
Monotor
Rec.790 Display Gamut
No Signal Input HDMI SDI 1 SDI 2
Custom Page
Step Swipe down from the main menu to access to the custom page.
Custom Page Overview
Page Name: click ” > ” to rename Added Functions are displayed in the status bar.
Manage Pages: rename, save as template, delete, or move pages when more than one page is created.
Device connection mode is displayed on the bottom left. Click to enter the external device connection page.
Signal input mode is displayed on the bottom right. Click to enter “System Settings > Input” page.
Battery and Color Settings: displayed at the bottom.
External Device
WIFI
BLE(BMPCC)
Wired(camera control
Motor
WIFI
My Device KOMODO
Add New Device KOMODO
Camera Control Connection Page
Step
Click the connection icon ” ” on the left of main menu page to enter.
Camera Control Connection Page Overview
Wireless Connection: select the camera from the list and input the pairing password (case-sensitive). The monitor saves the device for automatic future connections. (Detailed tutorial on page 05)
Bluetooth Connection: similar to WiFi.
Wired Connection: connect the camera control cable to the “Camera Remote” port, then click “Connect” and select the camera brand. (Detailed tutorial on page 06)
Motor: connect and use directly.
02
Monitor Settings Image Settings Panel Input Output Image Filp F F Key Preset System Config
Monitor Settings Page
Step Click the settings icon” “on the left of main menu page to enter Monitor Settings Page Overview
Image Config: adjust display settings to optimize color and brightness. Panel Calibration: preset and custom color calibration. Input: select signal sources and configure camera LOG settings. Output: manage output signals. Image Flip: flip image horizontally or vertically. F Key Presets: assign monitor functions to physical F keys. System Config: adjust and manage basic monitor settings. User Profiles: store or import settings via USB.
Quick Start
Selecting on the left, add a category
Exposure Focus
Waveform
Dual Screen
Monitoring
Image Config
Color Mixing
Camera Control
Function Page
Step Click the function icon ” ” on the right of the main menu. Function Page Overview
Exposure: adjust image brightness and identify overexposed areas.
Waveform: analyze exposure and color distribution.
Monitor: assist in composition and real-time image checks.
Color Calibration: adjust and control image colors.
Peaking: highlight focus areas for precise focusing.
Multiview: display multiple image sources.
Image Settings: adjust display settings to optimize color and brightness.
Camera Control: control the camera directly from the monitor.
Zebra
Use zebra to custom the parts of overexposure and
underexposure in the image
False Color
Use Specificcolor to display the brightness
level of the image
Exposure Focus
Waveform
Dual Screen
Monitoring
Image Config
Color Mixing
Camera Control
Adding Functions
Step
Click the icon ” ” to open the function-adding page. Choose functions like ” Zebra” under ” Exposure” and adjust parameters. The zebra icon appears in the status bar when added. (Detailed tutorial on page 10)
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Monitor Settings Image Settings Panel Input Output Image Filp F F Key Preset System Config
F Key and Wheel Presets
Step Click ” Monitor Settings > F F Key Presets” to assign functions to F keys. Press the F key to activate. The wheel can also be preset for image or camera control functions.
Custom Page
1Gesture Control
Swipe down on the main menu page to bring up the custom page. Swipe left or right to switch between custom pages.
Director
Cameramen
Focus Puller
Add New Page
Camera Control Disconnected Wi-Fi BLE Wired
Monitor
Rec.790 Display Gamut
No Signal Input HDMI SDI 1 SDI 2
2Custom Page Overview
1. Page Name: click ” > ” to rename.
2. Manage Pages: rename, save as template, delete, or move pages when more than one page is created.
3. Device connection mode is displayed on the bottom left. Click to enter the external device connection page.
4. Signal input mode is displayed on the bottom right. Click to enter “System Settings > Input” page.
5. Battery and Color Settings: displayed at the bottom.
04
Director Cameramen
Focus Puller
3Adding Pages
Click ” ” to add a new page with default settings. Adjust parameters based on shooting needs. Each page’s settings are independent and tailored for different scenes or devices. Once preset, swipe left or right on the main menu to switch pages quickly.
Device Connection Tutorial
External Device
WIFI
BLE(BMPCC)
Wired(camera control
Motor
WIFI My Device
Add New Device
DIRECT-PLU:ILM E-FX3
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On the main menu page, click the external device connection icon ” ” and select ” WiFi > Enable” to search for and connect to the camera.
WB 40 External Device
WIFI
BLE(BMPCC)
Wired(camera control
Motor
CT
EV 0
WIFI
DIRECT-PLU:ILM E-FX3 My Device DIRECT-PLU:ILM E-FX3
2h13m Add New Device
DIRECT-PLU:ILM E-FX3
REC
IRIS 8.0
SHUTTER 50
ISO 800
FOCUS
ZOOM
4
Once the monitor successfully connects to a camera, it saves the device info. When both the camera and monitor are powered on, they will automatically reconnect.
2
Connection TroubleshootingIf the monitor can’t detect the camera, follow these steps: 1. Check the camera reference table to confirm compatibility (click the top-right icon ” ” for the table). 2. Ensure the camera’s wireless frequency matches. 3. Restore the camera’s default nickname and attempt to reconnect. 4. Confirm if the camera is in pairing mode.
WB 40
CT 0
EV 0
2h13m
REC
IRIS 8.0
SHUTTER 50
ISO 800
FOCUS
ZOOM
5
The monitor’s control functions vary depending on the camera brands and models.
05
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Ensure that the password is entered correctly, with attention to uppercase and lowercase letters.
Note: the process for Bluetooth connection is similar to WiFi, though the camera connection page may differ slightly.
Device Connection Tutorial
External Device
Wi-Fi
BLE(BMPCC)
Wired(camera control)
Motor
Connect
1
Connect the Mini USB 10pin cable to the CAMERA REMOTE control interface at the bottom of the monitor, and connect the other end to the camera’s control interface.
2
On the main menu page, click the external device connection icon ” “, select ” Wired (Camera Control)” and click “Connect.”
06
External Device
Wi-Fi
BLE(BMPCC)
Wired(camera control)
Motor
Cancel
Recognizing Camera
Recognizing Connection
BM5-V4 PORTKEYS
Z CAM E2
BMPCC
Canon
Sony
3
Once recognized, select the camera brand to complete the connection.
Settings Page
Image Settings
Backlight
2
Contrast
50
Chroma
50
Sharpness
5
Tint
50
Color Temperature
6500 K
Image Config Page
Adjust display settings to optimize color and brightness.
Step
Click the settings icon ” ” on the left side of the main menu, then select Image Settings to enter.
Backlight: adjust the backlight brightness. Range1~10
Contrastadjust the contrast between dark and light areas. Range0~100
Chromacontrol the intensity of colors. Range0~100
Sharpnessadjust the image sharpness. Range0~10
Tint: adjust the overall color tone. Range0~100
Color Temperature: control the warmth or coolness of the display. Range5500K6500K7500K9300K Custom Range: red, green, blue (0~255)
Panel Calibration
Display Gamut
Rec.709
Bypass
Rec.709
P3-D65
P3-DCI
User 1
Panel Calibration Page
Preset and custom color calibration. Step
On the main menu page, click the icon ” ” (left side) to enter Monitor Settings, then select Panel
Bypass: disable all color calibration and processing, displaying the unadjusted raw signal.
REC.709: standard color space for HD TV and online video, primarily used for broadcasting and HD content.
P3-D65: wide color gamut space with D65 (6500K) white point for natural white balance and rich color reproduction.
P3-DCI: the standard color space for digital cinema, following the Digital Cinema Initiative (DCI), suitable for filmmaking.
User: custom color space calibrated to user preferences.
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Input
Signal Input
HDMI
Log Input
Camera
SONY
Color Gamut
S-GAMUT
Curve
S-LOG
Range
FULL RED
ARRI
SONY
CANON
Panasonic
Input Page
Choose the correct signal source for the monitor to ensure the connected device uses the correct input method and adjust the camera’s LOG mode as needed.
Step
On the main menu page, click the icon ” ” (left side) to enter Monitor Settings, then select Input.
Input Signal: manage the monitor’s input signal settings.
Input LOG: select the correct LOG mode based on the camera’s settings. For example, if using a Sony camera with S-GAMUT color space and S-LOG curve, set the monitor to match these settings. The monitor’s tools, such as False Color, will adjust based on the selected LOG signal. This allows you to monitor the image correctly across different LOG signals.
Settings Page
Output Output Control Load LUT Out 1080P->I 3G LevelA/B Out Display Sync
SDI Auto
Output Page
Manage and adjust the monitor’s output signals to better match different devices.
Step
On the main menu page, click the icon ” ” to enter Monitor Settings, then select Output.
Output Control: manage the monitor’s output signal settings.
LUT Output: apply specific LUT styles directly to the output image when exporting signals.
1080P Downscaling: process 1080p signals to lower resolution or through a single channel to optimize the signal path for specific device requirements.
3G Level A/B: transfer high-definition signals via the 3G-SDI interface. Level A transfers a single 1080p signal, while Level B splits the signal into two, enhancing compatibility with different devices.
Display Sync: ensure that the image on the monitor is synchronized with the connected device, preventing delays or mismatches in the displayed image.
Image Flip Display Flip Mode H Flip V Flip
Image Flip Page
Adjust the display orientation of the image along the horizontal or vertical axes.
Step On the left side of the main menu, click the icon ” ” to enter Monitor Settings, then click Image Flip to enter.
Horizontal Flip: reverse the image left to right, useful for mirrored setups. Vertical Flip: flip the image top to bottom, ideal for upside-down installations.
F F Keys Preset
Function 1
Peaking
Function 2
Zebra
Function 3
False Color
Function 4
Grids
Wheel
Backlight
08
F Key Preset
Quickly enable or disable preset functions with a physical button for convenient operation.
Step
On the left side of main menu page, click” “to enter monitor settings and click the “F Key Preset” to enter.
Preset Operation: on the preset page, click the F key to set or change the preset function. A replaceable function page will appear; click the new function to complete the replacement.
Scroll Wheel Preset: scroll wheel preset differs from F key preset. You can preset some image configuration and camera control functions. In the monitor’s standby mode, scroll to adjust the preset functions.
Settings Page
System Config
OSD-Language
English
Opacity
Off
System Reset
Fan
5
Camera recording on, Sync fan at the lowest.
Black Level
Gesture Zooming
System Configuration
Adjust and manage basic monitor settings.
Step
On the main menu page, click the settings icon ” ” and then “System Configuration” to access.
OSD-Language//English/ //Français/español
Opacityadjust menu opacity for better viewing of screen content. Adjustable Range: Off / Low / Medium / High
System Resetrestore monitor to factory settings.
Fan Adjustable Range: 1~10
Camera recording on, sync fan at the lowest automatically set the fan to the lowest speed when camera recording starts to reduce noise.
Gesture Zoomingfacilitate zooming in to view details.
Volume Adjustable Range: 0~10
SDI Tallya signal indication system used in video production is often used in multi-camera shooting or live streaming
Rec button positionadjust the position of the camera control record button. Adjustable Range: left-bottom/ center-bottom/ right-bottom
Firmwareview and managethe monitor’s firmware version and update.
Firmware
Version Information
BM7-V1.02.2.C A.C38.B53
Uptime
24H
Update(USB)
Firmware Page
For viewing and managing the monitor’s firmware version and update.
Step On the left side of the main menu page, click the icon ” ” to enter monitor setting and then click the “System Configuration> Firmware” to enter.
Version info: check the current firmware version.
Working Time: view the accumulated working time of the monitor.
Software Update (USB): update firmware via USB to ensure the monitor runs the latest software version. (For detailed tutorial, please refer to page 19)
User Profile Config Profile Name BM7 Export
Import
09
User Profile Page
Store or import monitor parameter files via an external USB to quickly switch monitors and avoid repetitive adjustments of various parameters.
Step
On the left side of the main menu page, click the icon” “to enter Monitor Settings and then click the “User Profile” to enter.
Profile Name: display and change the current profile name
Import: save current settings to external storage for easy restoration when changing monitors.
Export: load previously saved settings from external storage to quickly restore personalized settings.
Function Page
1
On the main menu page, click the” “icon in the lower right to enter the function add page.
Zebra
Use zebra to custom the parts of overexposure and
underexposure in the image
False Color
Use Specificcolor to display the brightness
level of the image
Exposure Focus
Waveform
Dual Screen
Monitoring
Image Config
Color Mixing
Camera Control
2
Select the desired function categories. For instance, click “Exposure > Zebra” to enter their adjustment page. The Zebra icon will appear in the function status bar on the right, indicating a successful addition.
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Zebra Area Option Enable IRE Range Color
REC
High 100 —
3
Click the icon” “above the parameters for the options of” Delete”, ” Position Adjustment”, ” Return” and ” REC Function Sync with Recording Key” to adjust the functions.
Exposure Focus
Waveform
Dual Screen
Monitoring
Image Config
Color Mixing
Camera Control
After connecting the camera, parameters can
be added to the shortcut control.
4
Camera control function requires a connected camera to add.
False Color
5
Click” “to view the nickname of the added function.
Function Page
Zebra
Zebra
Area Option
High
Enable
IRE
100
Range
—
Color
Zebra
Use zebra to customize the parts of overexposure and underexposure in the image.
Zebra and IRE Function: when the brightness of the image reaches the set threshold, zebra stripes will appear in those areas to indicate overexposure or underexposure. -7 IRErepresents a very dark black, close to total black. 0 IRErepresents a completely black signal with no brightness info. 100 IRErepresents a fully white signal, reaching maximum brightness. >100 IREindicates brightness levels that exceed the normal range, usually signifying overexposure.
Zebra
Zebra
Area Option
Low
Enable
IRE
0
Range
—
Color
Quick Start Guide for Zebra Function
In the Monitor Functions menu, select Exposure > Zebra. After adding the function, enable zebra. Depending on your shooting goals, select whether zebra lines should display in the “Low,” “Medium,” or “High” exposure areas, ensuring critical areas are correctly marked.
Zebra
Zebra
Area Option
Low
Enable
IRE
20
Range
—
Color 20
Example: when monitoring underexposed areas, select “Low” in the area options, adjust the IRE value to a suitable range, and if zebra stripes appear in the image, it means the area is too dark. Adjust your camera parameters (e.g., IRIS, SHUTTER speed, ISO) until the zebra stripes disappear or reduce, ensuring image detail is preserved.
Zebra
Zebra
Area Option
Middle
Enable
IRE
50
Range
±5
Color
Monitoring Normal Exposure: in the area options, select “Medium” and set the IRE threshold between 40-70. A new Range option will appear, allowing more precise control of the zebra lines in the image to achieve optimal results.
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Zebra
Zebra
Area Option
High
Enable
IRE
90
Range
—
Color 90
Monitoring Overexposure: select “High” in the area options and set the IRE threshold between set the IRE threshold between 80 and 90 to prevent overexposure . Depending on your shooting needs, use zebra to monitor and mark exposure thresholds, adjusting the camera settings based on the feedback from the image.
Function Page
False Color
False Color
Style
ARRI
Tooltip
False Color
Use specific colors to display the brightness level of the image.
Separates exposure areas by brightness value, with each color corresponding to a specific brightness range, allowing users to quickly identify overexposed, underexposed, and normally exposed areas.
False Color
False Color
Style
ARRI
Tooltip
0
25
50
75
100
ARRI False ColorFalse color is widely used in scenarios requiring high dynamic range and precise exposure, like films and advertisements. It allows for a quick evaluation of brightness distribution, ensuring accurate exposure in key areas. Green: normal light, usually referring to 18% medium grey. Yellow & Red: highlight areas. Yellow warns overbrightness; red signifies severe overexposure. Blue: dark areas. Dark blue indicates areas close to or already underexposure. Pink: skin tone exposure, assisting in proper exposure when shooting people.
False Color
False Color
Style
LOG
Edit
Tooltip
0Underexposed
25
Dark Skin Tone5s0 Light Skin Tones 75
-6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 -1/2 18% +1/2 1
2
3
Overexpos1ed00
45
6
ARRI
LOG
MAP 1
MAP 2
MAP 3
LOG False Colordesigned for LOG gamma curves, this mode is often used to enhance dynamic range and retain more highlight and shadow details. Compared to standard false color, LOG false color provides more detailed exposure zones and finer exposure info, making it suitable for scenes that require precise brightness control.
SAVE
Underexposed
Dark Skin Tones Light Skin Tones
Overexposed
-6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1 -1/2 18% +1/2 1 2
3
45
6
ARRExI posure 1 LOG
Exposu1re 2
2
User 3
Cancel -6 -5 -4 -3 -2 -1
-1/2
LOG Mode Recognition: the monitor can recognize the camera model and LOG curve type from the input signal. Based on the specific characteristics of the LOG curve, such as S-LOG, C-LOG, or V-LOG, the monitor adjusts the false color display accordingly. LOG false color maps different brightness and color ranges depending on the LOG curve, and users can also customize the color response in each exposure zone.
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0
25
ARRI
LOG
False Color
False Color
Style
MAP 2
Edit
Tooltip
50
75
100
MAP 1
MAP 2
MAP 3
MAP 1based on shooting needs, users can customize the false color settings, defining underexposure, normal exposure, and overexposure zones with different colors. Up to 15 zones and colors can be added. False color settings can be customized for MAP 1, MAP 2, and MAP 3.
Function Page
Peaking
Peaking
Style
Colour
Grayscale Level 100%
Sensitivity
3
Peak Thresh
50
Brightness
0
Contrast
0
Peaking
Use the specific color to mark the focus position.
By analyzing the image captured by the camera, the peaking function compares each pixel’s brightness or color with surrounding pixels. Once a high-contrast area is detected, peaking highlights those regions with bright colors, helping the user quickly identify the focus area.
Peaking
Peaking
Style
Colour
Grayscale Level 100%
Sensitivity
3
Peak Thresh
50
Brightness
0
Contrast
0
In Monitor Functions > Focus > Peaking, after activating peaking, the image will be highlighted to show focus areas. Choose a highlight color suitable for the current shooting environment. Adjust the sensitivity to increase or decrease the highlighted area, then adjust the focus in real-time by moving the focus ring until the desired focus area is clearly marked.
Peaking
Peaking
Style
Colour
Grayscale Level 100%
Sensitivity
3
Peak Thresh
50
Brightness
0
Contrast
0
Portrait Photography: when shooting portraits, peaking can be used to confirm the sharpness of the subject’s eyes. By adjusting the focus ring, ensure the high-brightness mark on the eyes remains stable, indicating that the focus is accurately on the eyes.
Peaking
Peaking
Style
Colour
Grayscale Level 100%
Sensitivity
3
Peak Thresh
50
Brightness
0
Contrast
0
Macro Photography: when shooting small objects, peaking can help you pinpoint precise focus areas. Adjust the highlighted mark to target fine details, such as the stamen of a flower or the eyes of an insect.
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Peaking
Peaking
Style
Colour
Grayscale Level 100%
Sensitivity
3
Peak Thresh
50
Brightness
0
Contrast
0
Video Shooting: in video mode, peaking can be assigned to an F key for quick on/off control. During shooting, especially with focus pulling or fast transitions, peaking helps maintain sharp focus.
Function Page
Waveform (All) Waveform(All) Load LUT Options
Waveform(All)
Simultaneous display brightness, color, audio, and the image’s oscillograms.
Load LUT / Options /
Luma Waveform
Luma Waveform
Opacity
25%
Load LUT
Full Screen
Position
Luma Waveform
Use dot plot distribution to display the brightness levels.
OpacityOff/25%/50%/75%
Load LUT /
Full Screen /
Position / / / / / / /
RGB Waveform
RGB Waveform
Opacity
25%
Load LUT
Full Screen
Position
RGB Waveform
Display three RGB colors of the image in dot plot distribution.
OpacityOff/25%/50%/75%
Load LUT /
Full Screen /
Position / / / / / / /
VectorSco pe
VectorScope
Opacity
25%
Load LUT
Full Screen
Position
Vector Scope
Can be used with color cards as camera color calibration.
OpacityOff/25%/50%/75%
Load LUT /
Full Screen /
Position / / / / / / /
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Luma Histogram
Luma Histogram
Opacity
25%
Load LUT
Full Screen
Position
Luma Histogram
Use a block plot distribution to display the brightness levels.
OpacityOff/25%/50%/75%
Load LUT /
Full Screen /
Position / / / / / / /
RGB Histogram
RGB Histogram
Opacity
25%
Load LUT
Full Screen
Position
Separate Display
RGB Histogram
Display three RGB colors of the image in block plot distribution.
OpacityOff/25%/50%/75%
Load LUT /
Full Screen /
Position / / / / / / /
Separate Display /
Function Page
Audio Meters
Audio Meters
Audio Channel
8 Channel
Opacity
25%
L/R Swap
Position
Audio Meters
Monitor volume level.
Audio Channel2 Channel/8 Channel OpacityOff/25%/50%/75% L/R SwapEnable only in dual-channel mode Position / /
Input
Input
Signal Input
HDMI
Input
Input Signal. Signal InputHDMI/SDI
Image Overlay Image Overlay
Image Overlay
Overlay semi-transparent JPG images in video. (requires a USB stick)
Image Capture Image Capture
Image Capture
Capture a single frame image from a video and store it as a JPG on a USB stick. (requires a USB stick)
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Guides
Guides
Options
80%
Opacity
Off
H
—
V
—
Mark
Color
Guides
Use while composition and masking.
Options80%/90%/11/169/916/159/43/1.51/
1.851/21/2.351/2.391/User
OpacityOff/Low/Middle/High
H/Vadjustable only in custom settings
Mark /
Color / / /
Grids
Grids
Regions
2
Color
Grids
9 types of grid composition lines.
Regions1~9 Color / / /
Function Page
Cross Hair
Cross Hair
X Offset
50%
Y Offset
50%
Color
Cross Hair
Cross mark in the center of the image.
X Offset0%~100% Color / / /
Y Offset0%~100%
Rectangle Crop
Rectangle Crop
Resize
Rectangle Crop
Arbitrarily crop rectangular images for full-screen display.
Resize: adjust the cropping frame’s position, width, and height horizontally and vertically.
Check Field Check Field Color
Check Field
Four solid color screens of red, green, blue, and white. Color / / /
Time Time Code Position Color
Time Code
Display the time code of the HDMI and SDI videos. Position / / / / / / / Color / / /
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Anamorph ic
Anamorphic
Aspect
1.33X
Full
Anamorphic
Anamorphic De-squeeze. Aspect:1.33X/1.42X1.50X/1.60X/1.66X/1.80X/ 1.85X/2.00X/2.35X/User Full /
Turn Off Screen On-Off
Turn Off Screen
Enter standby mode, press any physical, keys to wake up.
Function Page
3D LUT 3D LUT Stored form USB USB Scanning Reset LUT
3D LUT
Screen color calibration LUT and styling LUT. User StorageLUT files stored on the monitor. USB Scanningimport LUTs into the monitor from a USB stick, and they can be accessed from the User Storage. Revert the image to the state before LUT application. (For detailed steps, see page 19.)
HDR(HLG) HDR(HLG)
HDR(HLG)
HDR displays more shadow and highlight details.
PBP
PBP
Audio Out
A
Set
A
R90°
Mirror
Off
Input
HDMI
PBP
Display two images simultaneously in both horizontal and vertical orientations.
Audio OutA/B R90° / InputHDMI/SDI
SetA/B MirrorOff/H/V/ALL
H/V Crop
H/V Crop
Mirror
Off
Input
HDMI
X Start
50%
H2V Crop
Display one horizontal image and crop another vertical image.
MirrorOff/H/V/ALL InputHDMI/SDI X Startadjust vertical crop in horizontal direction.
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PIP
PIP
Audio Out
A
Set
A
Mirror
Off
Input
HDMI
PIP Position
PIP
Dual video, simultaneously displaying two video screens of different sizes.
Audio OutA/B MirrorOff/H/V/ALL InputHDMI/SDI PIP Position / / /
SetA/B
Qucik Access
FPS 50
CT 5500
EV 0
6K 16:9
0
SHUTTER 50 SAVE to F1
SHUTTER 50
REC
IRIS f8
SHUTTER 50
ISO 800
FOCUS
Camera Control
Camera Control Quick Save to F Key: hold to save camera control functions to F keys. For example, after selecting the shutter function, hold down external button F1-2 and wait for the countdown to finish to complete the save.
Monitor Settings Image Settings Panel Input Output Image Filp F F Key Preset System Config
Switch Between Large and Small Screens
During operation, an icon ” Zoom In” or ” Zoom Out” appears in the upper left or right corner of the screen, allowing you to adjust the size of the image displayed.
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Zebra Area Option Enable IRE Range Color
REC
High 100 —
Tool Switch Bind to Record Button
See Operation Instructions on page 10. After binding the record button, when recording starts, the monitor function will be enabled. (If a function does not support the current operation, a yellow exclamation mark will appear on the function icon.)
3D LUT Loading Tutorial
USB 2.0 3D LUT
1
Insert a USB stick containing the update file into the monitor’s USB port.
3
Click the ” 3D LUT” folder, open the 3D LUT folder to access to LUT files.
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3D LUT Sony SLog3SGamut3.CineToL
5
In 3D LUT > User Storage, view the imported LUT files (LUT files can be repeatedly stored on the monitor).
3D LUT 3D LUT Stored form USB USB Scanning Reset LUT
2
In Functions > Color Grading > 3D LUT > USB Search, click to search for LUT files stored on the USB stick.
C: Canon CxxxLog10toRec709_Full.cube Canon CxxxLog10toRec709_Legal.cube FUJIFILM XH1_FLog_FGamut_to_FLog… Panasonic VLogL to Like709.cube Nikon Z_6_N-Log-Full_to_REC709-Ful… Nikon Z_7_N-Log-Full_to_REC709-Ful…
Sony From_SLog2SG umut_To_LC-709… Sony SLog3-S-Gamut3.Cine_To_s709… ZCAM zlog2_Rec709_33_normal.cube
4
Double-click the LUT file you want to store. Wait for the progress bar to complete, and the check mark ” ” will appear, indicating successful import.
3D LUT
6
Click on the LUT file to ” LUT”.
Apply LUT” or ”
Delete
Firmware Update Tutorial
Firmware
Version Information
BM7-V1.02.2.C A.C38.B53
Uptime
24H
Update(USB)
1
Download the corresponding firmware update package from the official website (portkeys.shop), extract the main firmware update file, and transfer it to the root directory of the USB stick.
3
Go to Monitor Settings > System Configuration > Firmware > USB Software Update: click Yes to begin the firmware update.
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20%
5
The firmware update process takes several minutes. After completing, the monitor will black out and enter the configuration upgrade state. (Do not power off during the upgrading)
2
Insert the USB stick containing the firmware update into the monitor’s USB port.
confirm
Yes
No
4
Select “Yes”.
Firmware
Version Information
BM7-V2.02.32.C A.C38.B53
Uptime
24H
Update(USB)
6
Once the update is completed, check the firmware version in the firmware page to ensure it is up to date.
Documents / Resources
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PortKeys BM7IIDS Wireless Control Field Camera Monitor [pdf] User Manual BM7IIDS, BM7II DS, BM7IIDS Wireless Control Field Camera Monitor, BM7IIDS, Wireless Control Field Camera Monitor, Control Field Camera Monitor, Field Camera Monitor, Camera Monitor |