Xr (Xtended Recording) Module - ARRI ALEXA Series User Manual

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9.15 XR (Xtended Recording) Module

This section only applies to ALEXAs with XR module.
Figure 36: XR module
The ALEXA records clips using the XR (Xtended Recording) module on
the camera-left side. The media slot can take XR Capture Drives, SxS
PRO cards with the SxS Adapter or CFast 2.0 cards with the CFast 2.0
Adapter.
When the ALEXA is in ProRes mode, it can record onto SxS PRO cards,
CFast 2.0 cards and XR Capture Drives. They do not need to be loaded
or unloaded, but can be used directly after insertion and can be safely
removed whenever they are in standby.
When the ALEXA is in ARRIRAW mode, it can only record onto XR
Capture Drives, which need to be loaded after insertion and unloaded
prior to removal. Refer to the respective sections below for more
information.
To access the media slot, slide the OPEN slider towards camera back so
that the spring-loaded door jumps open.
Putting the lock slider in the (lower) lock position prevents accidental
opening of the door. Ensure that the lock slider is in the (upper)
unlocked position before attempting to open the door.
Note: Keep the door closed to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the
camera.
Note: Only Sony SxS PRO cards can be used with ALEXA. Sony SxS-1 cards
are not supported.