OVERVIEW
- The C6-POEDOCK provides the iPhone with power, gigabit networking, and the ability to connect external storage, all in one.
- iPhone 15/16/17 Pro models can record high-bitrate ProRes video directly to an external SSD.
- This setup keeps your iPhone cool, powered, and connected—ideal for shooting workflows.
The C6-POEDOCK is Redpark’s PoE-Powered USB-C Dock for iPads and iPhones. It offers three key features:
- 1. Gigabit Ethernet – Connects your iPhone or iPad to ethernet and provide 900 Mbps bandwidth
- 2. PoE+ Charging – Receives PoE+ from a switch or injector to power to the iPhone or iPad
- 3. SuperSpeed USB-C Port – Connects to and powers USB devices, including external storage.
ProRes Recording to External SSD on iPhone
iPhone Pro Capabilities
- iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max – Supports ProRes up to 4K at 60 fps when writing directly to a compatible external device.
- iPhone 16 Pro / Pro Max – Expands this up to 4K at 120 fps, but again only via external storage
- iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max -- Adds support for ProRes RAW
Putting It Together: Using the C6-POEDOCK for Shooting ProRes Video with your iPhone
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1. PoE Setup | Connect a PoE+ (802.3at) switch or injector to the dock using Ethernet. This powers and provides gigabit Ethernet to the dock. |
| 2. Dock → iPhone | Use a USB-IF certified USB 3 USB-C cable to connect the dock to the iPhone. This ensures both power and data continuity. |
| 3. SSD → Dock | Plug a properly formatted exFAT SSD (meeting speed and power specs) into the dock’s SuperSpeed USB-C port. |
| 4. Configure iPhone | Go to Settings → Camera → Formats, then enable Apple ProRes.. |
| 5. Record | In the Camera app, you’ll see the USB-C external storage option when selecting ProRes. Choose your resolution and frame rate matching SSD capabilities (e.g., 4K 60 fps) and begin recording. |
| 6. File Access | After recording, open the Files app, navigate to the external drive (usually under DCIM > 100APPLE), and access your footage. |
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