October 31st 2023

AtomOS 10.94.00 Firmware Release Notes

Ninja V

READ CAREFULLY

Installing AtomOS 10.94.00 is irreversible. Due to various optimizations across the entire AtomOS firmware architecture, it should be noted that once updated to this latest firmware, it will not be possible to revert your Ninja V to earlier OS 10 versions. However, moving forward, this will offer far more commonality and stability between all products & allow for faster update cycles for your device. Please note that updating to 10.94.00 and above will be the only method to get updates for future ProRes RAW compatible cameras and general bug fixes.

Installation Instructions

Atomos recommends that your Ninja V is plugged into mains power before commencing the firmware update.

1. Insert a compatible, formatted SSD into the Docking Station.
2. Unzip the downloaded file and copy the ATOMNJV.FW file to the root of the SSD.
3. Eject the SSD (according to operating system guidelines).
4. Insert the SSD into the Ninja V.
5. If you have an Atomos Connect accessory ensure this is connected to your device before powering on, as the module firmware will also need to be updated as part of this FW release.
6. Power on the Ninja V and the firmware update process will begin automatically.
7. If your Ninja V is already powered on, you will be prompted to perform the firmware update when a drive containing new firmware is inserted.
8. Once the update is complete, your Ninja V will power itself down.
9. Power your Ninja V back on and the device will automatically start updating the Atomos Connect accessory.
10. To verify if the firmware update was successfully completed, navigate to the main menu and scroll to the info tab.

Note: Once firmware 10.94.00 is successfully installed on the Ninja V, the unit may reboot to update the Atomos Connect firmware. Do not interrupt the firmware installation process.

New Features

Fujifilm GFX 100 II RAW Support

ProRes RAW Recording Specification via HDMI

• 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p

Note: WB and ISO controls/slider adjustments are available for this camera in Final Cut Pro.

Sony a7CR RAW Support

ProRes RAW Recording Specification via HDMI

• 3.8K (3848 x 2168) at 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p, 59.94p

Note: WB and ISO controls/slider adjustments are available for this camera in Final Cut Pro.

AirGlu 2 Update

This firmware includes an update to the AirGlu functionality built into the Atomos Connect accessory to support Bluetooth Timecode. It is particularly useful to wirelessly sync your recorder with the FujiFilm GFX100 II.

Bug Fixes & Improvements

Along with adding support for two new RAW cameras and the AirGlu update, 10.94.00 also includes various bug fixes and less obvious improvements.

• Resolved an issue where the Ninja V failed to lock HDMI RAW signals from the OM System OM-1 camera.
• Resolved an issue where the Ninja V displayed image artifacts when connected to Z CAM E2 series cameras outputting 5.8K RAW signals via HDMI.
• Improved signal locking when connected to a Sony FR7 outputting RAW signals via SDI.

Known Limitations to be resolved in future releases

• It may take up to 10 seconds for Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections to re-established when users switch between record and playback mode. Please allow the system time to automatically reconnect to your network.
• When playing back an H.265 clip that was recorded at 720p50 & 720p59.94, the Zoom and Waveform monitoring functions are disabled.
• Network Record Control is not available when H.265 is selected as the record format.
• Live Streaming is only available when using standard YCC 422 video inputs, and when the record codec is set to either ProRes or DNx. If ProRes RAW or H.265 are selected as the record codec, streaming isn't available.
• If the user boots into ProRes RAW recording mode with a YCC SDI Input, the monitoring image may be incorrect. Monitoring and Recording whilst outputting a RAW signal to the Ninja V in ProRes RAW mode will work as expected.
• If switching between different camera models whilst HDMI Compatibility mode is selected, ensure that you reboot the Ninja V before connecting a new camera.
• In playback mode, selecting the first ProRes RAW file to view, some artifacts may be visible. These are not present in the recorded file and will not appear on any clips played after the first selected clip
• Sluggish performance when using two AtomRemote apps connected to a single ATOMOS CONNECT. Please only pair one AtomRemote app per device.