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Power cable compatibility between RED ONE and RED Epic cameras

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What the thread found

  • RED ONE and Epic cameras use different power connectors and are not directly compatible without additional equipment
  • Epic cameras include an adapter that allows use of RED ONE power cables, though the connection is awkward
  • Custom-made Epic power cables are available from specialized cable builders and may offer better reliability and lower cost than manufacturer cables
  • PLC remote boxes can be used for remote power control on Epic cameras

Depends on

  • The Epic adapter for RED ONE cables is described as awkward to use in practice
  • One respondent suggested searching before posting, indicating this may be a frequently asked question
  • Contact information provided for cable builders is from 2012 and current availability is uncertain
  • The thread does not definitively confirm voltage and polarity specifications

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