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SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 RX Wireless Monitor

BH #SMMFBOLTRX • MFR #MON-FOCUS-BOLT-500-RX
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SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 RX Wireless Monitor
Key Features
  • 5" 1280 x 720 Touchscreen Display
  • Built-In Teradek Receiver
  • 500' Wireless Working Distance
  • Micro-HDMI Input
The SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 RX Wireless Monitor combines SmallHD's popular FOCUS monitor with Teradek's Bolt 500 wireless receiver, all in a single unit. Using the built-in receiver, the Focus Bolt can receive uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 HD video from a Teradek Bolt 500, Bolt 500 LT, Bolt 500 XT transmitters, or a SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 TX, from up to 500' away, line-of-sight. Comfortable rubberized handgrips are included along with a neck strap, so you can comfortably hold onto the monitor as you roam around the set. An L-series battery kit for powering the monitor, cable clips, matte and glossy screen protectors, a cleaning cloth, and a micro-HDMI to HDMI adapter are included as well.
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SmallHD Focus Bolt Overview

The SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 RX Wireless Monitor combines SmallHD's popular FOCUS monitor with Teradek's Bolt 500 wireless receiver, all in a single unit. Using the built-in receiver, the Focus Bolt can receive uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 HD video from a Teradek Bolt 500, Bolt 500 LT, Bolt 500 XT transmitters, or a SmallHD FOCUS Bolt 500 TX, from up to 500' away, line-of-sight. Comfortable rubberized handgrips are included along with a neck strap, so you can comfortably hold onto the monitor as you roam around the set. An L-series battery kit for powering the monitor, cable clips, matte and glossy screen protectors, a cleaning cloth, and a micro-HDMI to HDMI adapter are included as well.

Display-wise, the FOCUS Bolt 500 RX is based off the same display and I/O as the well-regarded standard FOCUS models. The 800 cd/m² bright touchscreen 1280 x 720 IPS LCD panel can be viewed in daylight and can be driven by either the single micro-HDMI input or the wireless input. Using the intuitive Swipe OS, you can turn on various monitoring tools like waveform, false color, and vectorscope, as well as focusing aids like peaking, with a tap. If your camera outputs UHD 4K over HDMI, the FOCUS will support that input resolution as well as HD and SD inputs. The wireless input only supports up to HD resolutions. At the rear of the monitor, a single NP-F battery bay accepts the included L-series battery for power.

Swipe OS
Built on SmallHD's intuitive PageBuilder OS, Swipe OS offers the same intuitiveness of a graphical user interface (GUI), though with touchscreen navigation. Rather than have confusing menus, this GUI allows you to selectively apply monitoring tools such as waveform, vectorscope, and focusing aids to up to 12 different "pages". Using the touchscreen, swipe through different preset pages and toggle monitoring tools on or off with ease.

SmallHD Focus Bolt Specs

Display
Display
5" / 12.7 cm IPS LCD
Resolution
1280 x 720
Pixel Density
294 PPI
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
800 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio
Not specified by manufacturer
Color Gamut
Not specified by manufacturer
Bit Depth
10-bit
Viewing Angle
160°
Backlight
White LED
Temperature Adaptive Color
No
Technical
Inputs
1 x HDMI Type D (micro-HDMI)
Outputs
1 x 3.5 mm stereo headphone
Other I/O
1 x Micro-USB
Input Signal
HDMI: 8/10/12-bit color
3840 x 2160 23.98/29.97/30
1080p 23.98/24/25/30/50/59.94/60
1080i 50/59.94/60 (high-speed: 1080i 100/119.88/120)
720p 50/59.94/60 (high-speed: 720p 100/119.88/120)
576p 50 (high-speed: 576p 100/200)
480p 59.94/60 (high-speed: 480p 100/119.88/120/239.76/240)
NTSC (high-speed: 480i 119.88/120/239.76/240)
PAL (high-speed: 576i 100/200)

Audio:
HDMI embedded
Wireless
Frequency Band
5 GHz
RF Power
22 dBm EIRP
Range
Up to 500' line-of-sight
Latency
< 1/1000 second
Video Resolution
Up to 1080p, 60 fps
Audio Sampling
24-bit, 48 kHz
Channel Selection
AFS (Automatic Frequency Selection)
Encryption
AES-128
General
Battery Support
1 x NP-F (Sony L) battery bay
Voltage
6-8.4 VDC
Storage
SD card slot
Dimensions
3.3 x 0.75 x 5.25" / 8.4 x 1.9 x 13.3 cm
Weight
12.3 oz / 348.7 g (without battery)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17 x 9.7 x 3.89"

SmallHD Focus Bolt Reviews

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Does this also have a power output and can it ...

Does this also have a power output and can it power a small camera?
Asked by: Yuling
Yes, this does have the power output just like the standard Focus monitor. It will work with dummy batteries like the SmallHD FOCUS to Canon LP-E6 Power Adapter, BH #SMPADCBTLPE6. https://bhpho.to/3k6PlBR
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2020-08-03

are the handles on this monitor removable?

are the handles on this monitor removable?
Asked by: Clarke
The handles are able to be removed.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2019-08-29

Does this kit have the transmitter and receiver ?

Does this kit have the transmitter and receiver ?
Asked by: Chelsea
This offers just a built-In Teradek Receiver. It does not include a transmitter.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2021-03-30

I'm looking to buy a case to use for the monitor ...

I'm looking to buy a case to use for the monitor with handles attached. How wide is the monitor with handles? And, can anyone recommend a case that fits the monitor and accessories conveniently?
Asked by: Jessie
this monitor will fit in the Pelican 1500 Case with Foam
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2020-07-07

How long does a 7900MA battery last with wireless ...

How long does a 7900MA battery last with wireless going?
Asked by: Shae
SmallHD lists this as having a 11.2W power consumption. The Watson NP-F975 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 7800mAh), BH #WANPF975, is the equivalent of a 57.72 Watt Hour battery. You should expect to get around 5 hours with a battery like that.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2020-02-02

Does the Smallrig Focus 5&quot; cage fit both these - ...

Does the Smallrig Focus 5&quot; cage fit both these - transmitter and receiver (w/ handles)?
Asked by: Diego
Our understanding is they will fit but without the handles.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2019-09-24

Can you link a 2nd receiver on a larger monitor ...

Can you link a 2nd receiver on a larger monitor to this transmitter?
Asked by: Mitchell
Yes, the transmitter is compatible with other Teradek Receivers. The Bolt 500 LT would be a great receiver to use for a second monitor source for example: https://bhpho.to/2WwFmcu
Answered by: Michael A
Date published: 2019-03-29

How many receivers can be connected?

How many receivers can be connected?
Asked by: Philipp
you can connect up to 2 compatible receivers
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2020-08-13
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