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ARRI Hi-5 SX Basic Set

BH #ARKK0051705 • MFR #KK.0051705
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ARRI Hi-5 SX Basic Set
Key Features
  • Hi-5 SX 1-Axis Controller Hand Unit
  • 2400 MHz RF-EMIP Radio Module
  • Bluetooth Dongle, 1 Custom Smart Ring
  • Hi-5 Panzer Glass, Hand and Neck Straps
The Hi-5 SX Basic Set from ARRI provides users with a single-axis version of the popular Hi-5 wireless camera and lens controller. Ready to grow with both your needs and budget, the Hi-5 SX can be easily upgraded to handle additional functions via separately available licenses. This single-axis hand unit fits within the Hi-5 ecosystem and offers the same durable, weatherproof design as the original Hi-5. Please note that the Hi-5 SX Basic Set includes a white-coded RF-EMIP radio module but requires separately available batteries and a charger.
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Kit Contains:
ARRI Hi-5 SX Body Kit
Hi-5 SX Hand Unit
The Hi-5 SX Body Kit from ARRI provides users with a single-axis version of the popular Hi-5 wireless camera and lens controller. Ready to grow with both your needs and budget, the Hi-5 SX can be easily upgraded to handle additional functions via separately available licenses. The single-axis hand unit fits within the Hi-5 ecosystem and offers the same durable, weatherproof design as the original Hi-5. Please note that the basic Hi-5 Body Kit requires a separately available radio module and batteries.
Advanced Metadata and Redesigned Interface
The Hi-5 SX features a redesigned, single-axis interface that provides a clear view of your selected FIZ axis. Your camera, lens, and distance metadata is automatically shared between hand units, and users can toggle between the Hi-5 and Hi-5 SX interfaces when desired.
Full Single-Axis Control
This full-featured hand unit offers a large knob, slider, and force-pad options for controlling a single focus, iris, or zoom motor. Its 3" high-contrast touchscreen LCD displays all the camera and lens data information necessary for precise control.
Extended Control with Separate Licenses
Use the Hi-5 SX with similar L-BUS devices for the Hi-5 and existing, separately available Focusbug, Cinefade, and RED or Sony camera control licenses for extended control options.
Hi-5 Ecosystem
The Hi-5 SX is fully compatible with the highly integrated Hi-5 ecosystem, including the Hi-5 hand unit, ZMU-4 zoom control, all existing motor controllers, LBUS controllers, and cameras.
Network Ready
The next-gen, full-featured Hi-5 SX supports all existing ARRI ECS radio modules, camera user buttons, and custom smart rings, providing long-range iris control for DITs and engineers.
Custom Smart Rings
ARRI's Custom Smart Rings enable you to program any range of focus or iris marks to a ring automatically recognized by all Hi-5 and Hi-5 SX hand units. Export the ring information as a vector file to a USB drive to add graphics and for printing.
Weatherproof, Long-Lasting Design
A weatherproof, dustproof design with the same modular hardware as the Hi-5 enables you to use the Hi-5 SX in the toughest locations. It provides up to a 12+ hour run time and maintains your wireless connection when hot-swapping batteries, saving valuable time on set.
Full Hi-5 Upgrades
  • No need to visit an ARRI service center; the Hi-5 SX can be remotely upgraded to full Hi-5 functionality with the purchase of separately available licenses.
  • The SX Plus license offers lens mapping, Custom Smart Ring creation, six more user buttons, a tail-slate mode, and free additional future features.
  • The SX All-Axis license enables 3-axis lens control with simultaneous knob, slider, and force-pad use, complete display information, an AUX axis, and full virtual T-stop and focal length features.
Compatibility
Using Separate RF-EMIP White Radio Module
  • ALEXA 35 and ALEXA 35 Live
  • ALEXA Mini LF, ALEXA LF, and ALEXA Mini 
  • ALEXA SXT W and ALEXA 65 
  • cforce mini RF, UMC-4,  and RIA-1 control units
ARRI Hi-5 PanzerGlass

The Hi-5 PanzerGlass screen protector from ARRI is compatible with your Hi-5 hand unit. This protective glass offers 100% touch sensibility and can be used as a spare or replacement component.

Compatibility
ARRI Hi-5 lens controller hand unit
Touchscreen Protector
Provides 100% touch sensibility for your Hi-5 screen
ARRI Hi-5 Hand Strap

The Hi-5 Hand Strap from ARRI provides a comfortable option for hand carrying the hand unit controller. This wide, adjustable strap features a terry cloth surface.

Compatibility
ARRI Hi-5 hand unit
ARRI Hi-5 Neck Strap

Carry your Hi-5 hand unit comfortably using the ARRI Hi-5 Neck Strap. This adjustable strap features a leather cushion and snap hook mounting.

Compatibility
ARRI Hi-5 hand unit
Comfortable Neck Strap
A leather cushion makes this strap comfortable to wear around your neck
ARRI RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS

The RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS from ARRI is an exchangeable radio module designed for use with the Hi-5 lens control hand unit and the Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. This module offers point-to-multipoint communication for connecting up to three hand units with one camera.

Compatibility
  • ARRI Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter (RIA-1)
  • Backwards compatible with white-coded ARRI radio (EMIP) devices
Point-to-Multipoint Communication
Use up to three hand units with one camera
DSSS Modulation
Direct-sequence spread spectrum modulation reduces interference from other devices
Swappable Design
Exchangeable design can be swapped out for other radio modules
Kit Contains:

ARRI Hi-5 SX Body Kit

Display
Panel Type
TFT LCD
Size
3"
Touchscreen
Yes
Inputs/Outputs
USB I/O
1 x USB-A Female Input/Output
1 x USB-C Female Input/Output
Internal Storage
Yes
Wireless
Wireless
Wi-Fi
*Via Optional Adapter
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: iOS Only
App Name: ARRI ECS
Power
Power Source
Battery (Not Included)
Battery Type
1x ARRI LBP-3500
DC Input Power
10.5 to 34 VDC
Operating Current
222 mA
Physical
Mounting
1x NATO Rail
Color
Black
Environmental Resistance
Dust/Weather-Resistant (Unrated)
Certifications
EU, FCC-A, ICES-3(A)
Operating Conditions
-4 to 122°F / -20 to 50°C
Dimensions
6.7 x 5.3 x 4.1" / 169 x 135.6 x 104.4 mm (without Radio Module & Antenna)
Weight
1.8 lb / 830 g (Including Dongle & Focus Ring)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.935 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.3 x 9 x 6.1"

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