ARRI RF-EMIP Manual de usuario
Radio Modules
RF-EMIP, RF-2400, RF-900
OPERATING MANUAL
April 6th, 2023 (2.0, English)
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Disclaimer
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the stated canonic use.
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KG; it is provided under a license agreement containing restrictions on use and disclosure and
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Table of Contents 4
Table of Contents
1 About this Document....................................................................................................... 5
2 About this Product........................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................6
2.2 Intended use..................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Identification...................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Environmental Conditions.................................................................................................7
2.5 Technical Data.................................................................................................................. 8
2.6 Dimensions and Weight....................................................................................................9
2.7 Radio Types.................................................................................................................... 11
2.8 Scope of Delivery and Warranty.................................................................................... 12
2.9 Certifications and Safety Standards............................................................................... 13
3 Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................16
3.1 Safety Conventions and Product Labels........................................................................ 16
3.2 General Safety Instructions............................................................................................ 17
4 RF Radio Modules Overview......................................................................................... 18
4.1 Layout..............................................................................................................................18
5 Mounting and Assembly................................................................................................ 21
5.1 Compatibility....................................................................................................................21
5.2 Antenna...........................................................................................................................23
6 Cleaning and Repair.......................................................................................................24
6.1 Cleaning.......................................................................................................................... 24
6.2 Repair..............................................................................................................................24
6.3 Software update..............................................................................................................24
7 Transportation, Storage and Disposal..........................................................................25
8 ARRI Service Contacts...................................................................................................26
About this Document 5
1 About this Document
This operating manual is aimed at everyone involved in using the system and provides directions
on how to operate it safely and as intended. To ensure safe and correct use, all users must read the
operating manual before using the system for the first time.
This operating manual is an essential part of this product and must be easily accesible and in close
proximity to the equipment so that users can use it as a reference anytime.
Keep the operating manual, the user manual and all other operating and assembly instructions
belonging to the system in a safe place for future reference and possible subsequent owners.
Additional Information
For useful information in addition to this operating manual please have a look at the ARRI Learn & Help
section on the ARRI website.
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Document Revision History
Version ID Order # Release Date
01 D45 10005938 K5.0040006 F07640 2021-07-13
2.0 W01885 2023-04-06
About this Product 6
2 About this Product
2.1 Introduction
With the introduction of the Hi-5 Hand Unit ARRI offers three different exchangeable radio modules for
various shooting conditions and regions:
RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS
RF-2400 Radio Module 2400 MHz FHSS
RF-900 Radio Module 900 MHz FHSS*
*Approved for use in USA & Canada only
Main features
RF-EMIP Radio Module:
Certified regions: worldwide
White radio module
Fixed radio channels (14 channels)
Compatible with existing ARRI hand units, cameras, motor controllers and the cforce mini RF motor
containing ARRI's white-coded radio module
Network mode: can pair with up to three hand units for split focus, iris and zoom operations to one
camera/motor controller
RF-2400 Radio Module:
Certified regions: worldwide
99 channels (= defined hopping schemes)
RF-900 Radio Module:
Long-Range Solution
Certified regions: USA and Canada
99 channels (= defined hopping schemes)
Network mode: can pair with up to three hand units for split focus, iris and zoom operations
ADVICE
To tap the full potentional of the device, have all connected units updated to the latest available
firmware.
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2.2 Intended use
ATTENTION
All versions of the product are intended exclusively for professional use and may only be used
by skilled personnel. Every user should read and understand the operating instructions and the
user manual. Use the product only for the purpose described in this document. Always follow the
instructions and system requirements for all equipment involved.
Only use the product as described in this operating manual. Any other use is considered improper and
can result in property damage. ARRI assumes no liability for damages or changes that are caused by
improper use.
The entire product may not be changed or converted.
2.3 Identification
Product Label
The RF Module serial number is located on the
product label on the rear side of the product.
The product number on the label consists of the product ident number (K2.003XXXX) followed by the
serial number (in this case 1234).
2.4 Environmental Conditions
The product should only be used and stored under certain environmental conditions. Check the
following conditions before commissioning and operation:
Electrical Requirements Supply voltage: 3.3 V DC
Operating Temperature -20° C to +50°C / -4° F to +122° F
Storage Temperature -20° C to +50°C / -4° F to +122° F
Humidity 0-95% RH from -20° C to +45° C / -4° F to +113° F
About this Product 8
2.5 Technical Data
Electrical / General Data
RF-EMIP Radio Module
Supported Frequency 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz
Channel Spacing 5 MHz
Band ISM 2400 MHz
Modulation Type Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
Operating Mode Point-to-Multipoint
Transmit Power Dep. on regions between 8.9 - 70.8 mW
RF-2400 Radio Module
Supported Frequency 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz
Band ISM 2400 MHz
Modulation Type Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
Operating Mode Point-to-point
Transmit Power 100mW
RF-900 Radio Module
Supported Frequency 902 - 928 MHz
Band ISM 900 MHz
Modulation Type Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
Operating Mode Point-to-Multipoint
Transmit Power Standard Mode: 100 mW
Connector
Interface 10pin IRISO
Power Consumption
Power consumption depends on the different radio modules that are used. Using the Hi-5 hand unit with
one of the modules results in different power requirements:
RF-EMIP typ. 110mA @3.3V
RF-2400 typ. 330mA @ 3.3V
RF-900 @ 100mW: typ. 250mA @ 3.3V
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2.6 Dimensions and Weight
RF-EMIP Radio Module
Weight of the RF-EMIP Radio Module: 52g/1,83oz (including antenna)
RF-2400 Radio Module
Weight of the RF-2400 Radio Module: 52g/1,83oz (including antenna)
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RF-900 Radio Module
Weight of the RF-900 Radio Module: 55g/1,94oz (including antenna)
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