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Radio Modules Radio Modules RF-EMIP, RF-2400, RF-900 RF-EMIP, RF-2400, RF-900 U S E R M A N U A L U S E R M A N U A L 27th July 2021 27th July 2021...
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Richter Cine Technik GmbH & Co. Betriebs KG. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Errors, omissions, and modifications excepted. ARRI, ALEXA, AMIRA, Master Grip, LDS and LENS DATA SYSTEM are trademarks or registered trademarks of Arnold & Richter Cine Technik GmbH & Co. Betriebs KG. All other brands or products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and should be treated as such.
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Scope This USER MANUAL applies to the following product: K2.0036599 RF-900 Radio Module 900 MHz FHSS K2.0036598 RF-2400 Radio Module 2400 MHz FHSS K2.0033702 RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS...
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Revision history Version Order # Release Date 10005938 K5.0040006 F07640 2021-07-13...
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Table of Contents Table of Contents How to Use this Manual........... 7 For Your Safety..............9 Audience and intended use........... 11 Scope of Delivery and Warranty........12 Introduction..............13 Layout................15 Radio types..............18 Compatibility..............20 Appendix................23 Antenna connector..........23 Specifications............23 Dimensions and weight...........25 Part numbers............
For Your Safety For Your Safety Before use, please ensure that all users read, understand, and follow the instructions comprehensively in this document. Risk levels and alert symbols Safety warnings, safety alert symbols, and signal words in these instructions indicate different risk levels: DANGER DANGER indicates an imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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Always unplug the cable by gripping the plug, not the cable. Never try to repair. All repair work should be done by a qualified ARRI Service Center. Never remove or deactivate any safety equipment (incl. warning stickers or paint marked screws).
The product is solely and exclusively available for commercial costumers and shall be used by skilled personnel only. Every user should be trained according to ARRI guidelines. Use the product only for the purpose described in this document. Always follow the valid instructions and system requirements for all equipment involved.
Never accept a damaged or incomplete delivery. A complete delivery includes: Radio Module Instruction manual Original packaging Warranty For scope of warranty, please ask your local ARRI Service Partner. ARRI is not liable for consequences from inadequate shipment, improper use, or third-party products.
Introduction 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 ADVICE Certain radio modules might not be available in your country.
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Introduction RF-2400 Radio Module: Certified regions: worldwide 100 channels (= defined hopping schemes) Its frequency hopping transmission method ensures a strong radio link with exceptionally good interference immunity. RF-900 Radio Module: Long-Range Solution Certified regions: USA and Canada 100 channels (= defined hopping schemes)
2.435 GHz 2.450 GHz 2.455 GHz 2.470 GHz 2.475 GHz 2.420 GHz 2.425 GHz 2.440 GHz 2.445 GHz 2.460 GHz 2.465 GHz RF-2400 Radio Module A or orange-colored ring at the base of the antenna socket identifies the RF-2400 radio module.
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RF-900 radio module. ATTENTION Please ensure that the region is configured correctly, as it may be illegal to use the RF-EMIP, RF-2400, RF-900 in a region other than specified in the setting. All settings are compliant to FCC and IC regulations.
Compatibility Compatibility The RF-EMIP, RF-2400 and RF-900 Radio Modules interface with the Hi-5 Hand Unit and the Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. ATTENTION When removing the radio modules from the hosting units (Hi-5 Hand Unit, Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1), please check the temperature of the radio modules first.
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Compatibility Compatibilities with White-coded Radio-integrated Devices Compatibility – ALEXA Mini to cameras – ALEXA Mini LF – ALEXA Plus cameras (ALEXA LF, Plus, XT, SXT, 65) Compatibility to – WCU-4 hand units (in Network Mode) – SXU-1 Compatibility to – UMC-4 motor controller –...
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...
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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 RF-900...
Appendix 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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Appendix RF-900 Radio Module Dimensions: Weight of the RF-900 Radio Module: 55g/1,94oz (including antenna)
Appendix Glossary DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum FHSS Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Industrial Scientific Medical Point-to-Multi- In point-to-multipoint networks one device can point connect with multiple devices at the same time. Also known as Network mode where multiple devices can operate in the same radio connec- tion for splitting focus, iris and zoom control.
Appendix Service Contacts Arnold & Richter Cine Technik ARRI CT Limited / London GmbH & Co. Betriebs KG 2 Highbridge, Oxford Road Herbert-Bayer-Str. 10 UB8 1LX Uxbridge 80807 Munich United Kingdom Germany +44 1895 457 000 +49 89 3809 2121...
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Appendix Business hours: Business hours: Mo. - Fr. 09:00 am - 05:30 pm (BRT) Mo. - Sat. 10:00 - 18:00 (MSK) arribrasil@arri.com arri@bars-pro.ru CINEOM Broadcast DMCC. CINEOM Broadcast India Pvt. Ltd. Unit No. 2109, Jumeirah Bay Tower C-4, Goldline Business Centre X2 Cluster X Link Rd.
Appendix International declarations EU-Declaration of Conformity Product Description: RF module 2.4 GHz: RF-EMIP / RF-2400 The designated product conforms with the specifications of the following European directives: Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and the Council of 16 April 2014 on the harmonization of the laws...
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Appendix FCC Class A Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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CMIT ID: 2017DJ7863C(M) MIC ID: 020-180030 NCC: CCAH18LP0660T0 KC: R-CRM-ARg-EMIP400 EMIP400s: ETA:1385/2018/ERLO The RF-2400 Radio Module contains the following radio module: FCC ID: NS9P2400 IC ID: 3143A-P2400 R210-114971 (Japan) The RF-900 Radio Module contains the following radio module: IC ID: 3143A-13P900...