September 29th 2023

AtomOS 11.02.00 Firmware Release Notes

Shogun Connect upgrade to AtomOS 11

AtomOS 11 is the first major redesign of our bespoke operating system since 2018, and we're excited to offer it as a free upgrade for your Shogun Connect. This upgrade from AtomOS 10 to AtomOS 11 is a one-way process and cannot be reversed, as will permanently reconfigure your Shogun Connect. Please note that this is the only path for future upgrades and bug fixes, AtomOS 10 for the Shogun Connect, will no longer receive any new updates.

Installation Instructions

Atomos recommends that your Shogun Connect is plugged into mains power before commencing the firmware update.

Insert a compatible, formatted SSD into the Docking Station.
Unzip the downloaded file and copy the ATOMSGC.FW file to the root directory of the SSD.
Eject the SSD according to operating system guidelines.
Insert the SSD into the Shogun Connect.
Power on the Shogun Connect and the firmware upgrade process will begin automatically.
Note: If your Shogun Connect is already powered on, you will be prompted to perform the firmware upgrade when a drive containing new firmware is inserted.
Once the upgrade is complete, your Shogun Connect will power itself down.
Power your Shogun Connect back on and the device will automatically complete the update process.
To verify if the firmware upgrade was successfully completed, navigate to the main menu and scroll to the info tab.

New Features of AtomOS 11

Completely overhauled user interface

The visually stunning AtomOS 11 operating system offers a fresh new look with countless optimizations to increase performance, usability, and some impressive new features. We can't wait for you to explore it.

Wi-Fi 6E support

Wi-Fi 6E is less prone to interference and works over a longer range, with even better latency compared to standard Wi-Fi 6. It is backwards compatible with previous Wi-Fi versions, but its extended capabilities will only be available when connecting to other Wi-Fi 6E equipment.

PlaybackAssist

Using the new PlaybackAssist feature, users can create custom ordered playlists, making the review of dailies, or even play out to digital signage or large format displays a breeze.

Scheduled Play is also part of the PlaybackAssist feature set, allowing users to choose the time when the device should start playing back specific files. This could be after a user-defined timer has elapsed, or at a specific time of day.

More details and instructions on how to use PlaybackAssist: https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7743008849807/

RecordAssist

Similarly to PlaybackAssist, the brand new RecordAssist feature allows you to schedule when you want your device to start recording. The recording can start at a specific time, or when your previously configured timer has elapsed. This also applies to the Timelapse function, making RecordAssist a perfect fit for situations where you have to configure your device before an event, or for the early morning hours when capturing a sunrise.

More details and instructions on how to use RecordAssist: https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7743059112079/

New Colorized Exposure modes

Introduction of two new alternatives to our traditional False Color implementation on Atomos devices: Arri False Color and the EL Zone System invented by Hollywood DP Ed Lachman, ASC.

Note: The Arri and EL Zone System exposure tools can only be activated when our device detects either a Log or RAW Input. It's not selectable on the Shogun Connect when cameras are outputting video with Rec.709 or generic non-LOG picture profiles to it.

More details and instructions on how to use the new Colorized Exposure modes: https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7742851959567/

Record ProRes RAW with Proxies for C2C workflows

As an exclusive feature for the Shogun Connect, we're introducing the ability to record stunning ProRes RAW clips along with H.265 Proxies that are uploaded to either Frame.io or Sony Ci Media.

Note: Only 16:9 or 17:9 aspect ratios are supported for our ProRes RAW + Proxies workflow at this time.

Please visit our FAQs for a full list of supported resolutions & frame rates for our ProRes RAW + Proxies Camera to Cloud workflow. https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/6420322981519/

Matching file names for cinema cameras

As a Shogun Connect and AtomOS 11 exclusive, we added the ability to have matching file names when connected to professional cinema cameras via SDI. This allows the Shogun Connect to use the same file naming scheme these cameras are using for their internal recording, making external proxy recording and advanced C2C workflows more seamless than ever.

The Shogun Connect supports multiple cameras from ARRI, Canon, RED and Sony. Please visit our FAQs for a full list of supported cameras and setup instructions. https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7771039055759/

Note: The updated file naming implementation cannot be used when outputting SDI RAW signals from any of the compatible cameras.

Record and upload 4Kp60 clips in C2C Workflows

By selecting the new "Single Recording" Camera to Cloud mode in Atomos Cloud Studio, Shogun Connect users can now upload high quality 4K clips at up to 60fps to either Frame.io or the Sony Ci Media cloud.

These clips are significantly higher quality than our 1080p and 720p proxies, and they're perfect for quick-turnaround jobs and every scenario where high quality C2C clips will end up in the final edit.

Note: Using this feature requires an active subscription to either the CLASSIC or PREMIUM tier in Atomos Cloud Studio.

4K support for NDI TX & revised NDI menu

In AtomOS 11 we completely redesigned our NDI menu, but more importantly, we now allow you to transmit 4K NDI signals over the network.

Note: 4K NDI TX on Shogun Connect supports frame rates of up to 30fps, and recording is not available when transmitting.

More details and instructions on how to use 4K NDI TX: https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7743901715087/

Transmit and Receive wirelessly with RemoteView

Atomos RemoteView lets you share what’s on your Atomos screen with other Atomos monitors on AtomOS 11, as well as with iPads, Macs and Apple TVs. Powered by a unique combination of AtomOS 10 and AtomOS 11 and Atomos Cloud Studio, you can share with the person standing next to you or someone across the globe just as easily. Even use Shogun Connect to receive the RemoteView feed and also loop out to HDMI or SDI too. Also overlay images on each camera source and watermark an image over each monitor output.

Note: Any AtomOS 10 & OS 11 device, or iPhone running the Atomos Pro Camera app can transmit (TX) to a RemoteView session. However, only AtomOS 11 devices, the Atomos – Surface app for macOS and iPadOS, and the Atomos – Monitor Apple tvOS app can be configured to be receiving (RX) devices.

Note: AtomOS10 TX devices can only support 25/50/29.97/59.94 FPS sessions, whereas OS11 TX devices can also support 23.98 and 24 FPS sessions.

Note: RemoteView Audio Support, Camera Input 1 is routed to all of the Monitor slot Outputs.

More details and instructions on how to use RemoteView: https://support.atomos.com/hc/en-us/articles/7772683055119

True 24p recording from Sony FX3 and FX30

While the output spec was previously limited to 23.98p, 25p, 29.97p, 50p and 59.94p, we now support true 24.00p recording from the Sony FX3 and FX30 cameras too.

Enhancements for Sony a7CR

Adds ProRes RAW support at up to 4Kp60.

Enhancements for Fujifilm GFX100 II

Adds ProRes RAW support at up to 8Kp30.

Additionally Updated AirGlu firmware to support AirGlu Bluetooth Timecode.

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.
After a reboot, only start recording in C2C mode once your device is fully connected to the internet (this may take up to 10 seconds). If you don’t wait for the connection to establish, you might end up with duplicate uploads in your C2C destination folder.
Using the Panasonic EVA-1 in RAW + Proxy C2C mode is currently not recommended due to various issues, such as the Proxy resolution not matching the aspect ratio of the RAW Hero file.
The cropping options for the Canon R6 MKII's 6Kp60 RAW output (CinemaScope crop), as well as certain Sony cameras (Metadata crop) are not present in this build.
In RemoteView mode, you may experience UI freezes after switching frame rates mid-transmission. We recommend sticking to a single frame rate while using RemoteView.
When switching to a DCI 4K resolution with H.265 selected as the recording format, RemoteView might not work as expected. We recommend sticking to 16:9 when selecting H.265 as the record format in RemoteView mode.
When outputting 720p to other devices via HDMI/SDI, there's a chance that image artefacts will be present on the receiving end.
When playing back an H.265 clip that was recorded at 720p50 & 720p59.94, the Zoom and Waveform monitoring functions are disabled.
The Waveform monitor tool is not available for 8kp30 and 6Kp60 RAW inputs.
Network Record Control is not available when H.265 is selected as the record format.
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 Shogun 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 Shogun Connect before Connecting a new camera.
Performance may be sluggish when using two AtomRemote apps connected to a single Shogun Connect. Please only pair one AtomRemote app per device.
When recording H.265 codec with audio inputs above 3/4 enabled, it is possible the audio tracks will not be recorded.
Connecting a 4Kp60 input to a Live Show with output at p59.94 will fail to transmit, setting the input signal to p59.94 and you will be able to stream.
Uploading to C2C can become stuck with a queue of files in dual record codec mode, even though the arrow indicates the upload is in progress. To get the queue uploading, you can either go to the Connect page, disable and then enable Connect mode, or restart the device to resume the upload.
Once a scheduled playback or recording has been activated, changing the device's date or time is not advised and will impact when the scheduled event triggers.
In SDI source mode and DETECT set to Auto (for Matching Camera Filenames/Trigger/Timecode) it is possible the detection fails to recognise the timecode input from the camera. This can be fixed by selecting on the input page DETECT to OFF, then in the timecode page set source to Rec Run and then on the input page set Detect to Auto and the Source should be displayed correctly.
With C2C enabled selecting a H.265 video for playback the selected file sometimes will fail to start with only a black screen displayed. Return to the menu and then close the menu should start the playback.
When using SDI Matching Filename feature and C2C the length is limited to 50 characters, if your filename is longer the upload will not be successful and the upload may appear to be stuck.
When shooting in the DCI aspect ratio with dual record enabled, the proxy files are cropped to the HD aspect ratio.