Radio Modules

Swappable radio modules

With an often congested 2.4 GHz ISM band and different frequency regulations in different countries, the ability to exchange radio modules is a huge advantage, allowing focus pullers to choose the module that best suits each shooting location. ARRI's three radio modules for the Hi‑5 cover a multitude of shooting situations with a significantly improved, robust, and long-range radio link.

RF-EMIP Radio Module - worldwide

Meet the modules

RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS

White radio module
Certified globally
14 channels
Backwards compatible with all white-coded radio devices (e.g. WCU‑4, SXU-1, ALEXA Plus, ALEXA Mini, ALEXA Mini LF, ALEXA LF, ALEXA 65, UMC-4, EMC/AMC/SMC-1, cforce mini RF)
Network mode: can pair with up to three hand units for split focus, iris, and zoom operations to one camera/motor controller
Rugged, field-proven, outdoor di-pole antenna

RF-2400 Radio Module 2400 MHz FHSS

Certified globally
Transmitting power: 100 mW
100 channels
Long-range, point-to-point connection for challenging RF environments
Rugged, field-proven, outdoor di-pole antenna

RF-900 Radio Module 900 MHz FHSS

Long-range solution
Certified regions: USA and Canada
100 channels (= defined hopping schemes)
Network mode: can pair with up to three hand units for split focus, iris, and zoom operation
Requires SUP 2.1 for Hi‑5 and RIA‑1 and SUP 1.1 for ZMU‑4, or later

RF-EMIP

RF-2400

RF-900

RF-2400 Radio Module - worldwide

Compatibility

Sample setups

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA Mini/Mini LF and cforce motors

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA Mini/Mini LF and cforce motors

Diagram of the handheld camera control unit ARRI hi-5 and rf-emip connected to alexa mini/mini lf cforce motors.

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA LF or ALEXA 65 and cforce motors

Diagram of the handheld camera control unit ARRI Hi-5 and RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA LF or ALEXA 65 and cforce motors.

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA Mini/Mini LF and cforce motors

Hi‑5 connected to RIA‑1 and cforce motors with ALEXA camera control

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to ALEXA Mini/Mini LF and cforce motors

Hi‑5 connected to RIA‑1 and cforce motors with AMIRA camera control

Hi‑5 + RF-EMIP connected to cforce mini RF for 3^rd party camera and lens control

Diagram of the handheld camera control unit ARRI Hi-5 and RF-EMIP connected to cforce mini RF with 3rd party camera control.

Hi‑5 connected to RIA‑1 and cforce motors with 3^rd party camera control

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RF-2400 Radio Module 2400 MHz FHSS Set (2x)

KK.0039984

Set of two exchangeable radio modules for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-point communication for connecting one Hi-5 hand unit with one Radio In...
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RF-2400 Radio Module 2400 MHz FHSS

K2.0036598

Exchangeable radio module for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-point communication for connecting one Hi-5 hand unit with one Radio Interface Adap...
RF-900 Radio Module 900 MHz FHSS Set (2x)

KK.0039986

Set of two exchangeable radio modules for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-multipoint communication for connecting up to three hand units with one...
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RF-900 Radio Module 900 MHz FHSS

K2.0036599

Exchangeable radio module for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-multipoint communication for connecting up to three hand units with one camera devi...
900Mhz Antenna RPSMA

K2.0041437

900 MHz swivel antenna for RF-900 radio module.
RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS Set (2x)

KK.0039985

Set of two exchangeable radio modules for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-multipoint communication for connecting up to three hand units with one...
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RF-EMIP Radio Module 2400 MHz DSSS

K2.0033702

Exchangeable radio module for Hi-5 hand unit and Radio Interface Adapter RIA-1. Point-to-multipoint communication for connecting up to three hand units with one camera devi...
RF-Cover

K2.0039965

Hi-5 hand unit with white-coded RF-EMIP radio module and accessories. Compatible with ALEXA Mini LF, ALEXA LF, ALEXA Mini, ALEXA SXT W, ALEXA 65, cforce mini RF, UMC-4 and...

Radio Modules FAQ

No, they are not compatible. They use different protocols.

RF-900 Radio Module - USA/CANADA

Video Room

Oct. 4, 2022

ARRI Tech Talk: RIA-1 Radio Interface Adapter and New Radio Modules

Compact and solidly built, the RIA‑1 is an exceptionally versatile hub for countless different shooting setups. By supporting ARRI’s swappable radio modules, it facilitates powerful wireless camera and lens control in any situation - universal connectivity! Watch the video here.

Dec. 1, 2022

ARRI Radio Modules: Optimizing Your Signal Strength

In this Chaos Show session we invited some of our engineering team along to provide detailed information about the different ARRI ECS Radio Modules and how they can be best utilized on set. ARRI Product Management and several professional 1st ACs were on hand to share their practical tips and tricks. Afterwards, a Q&A for all participants was held, which delivered interesting questions and further insights. Watch the video here.

Technical data


	RF-EMIP Radio Module	RF-2400 Radio Module	RF-900 Radio Module
Supported Frequency:	2400 – 2483.50 MHz	2400 – 2483.50 MHz	902 – 928 MHz
Band:	ISM 2400 MHz	ISM 2400 MHz	ISM 900 MHz
Modulation Type:	DSSS	FHSS	FHSS
Operating Mode:	Point-to-Multipoint	Point-to-Point	Point-to-Multipoint
Power Consumption:	248-272 mA	348-372 mA	@ 100 mW: 292-332 mA
Transmit Power:	Depending on the region betw. 8.9 – 70.8mW	100 mW	100 mW
Weight:	52 g / 1.83 oz	52 g / 1.83 oz	55 g/1.94 oz
Interfaces:	10pin IRISO	10pin IRISO	10pin IRISO
Operating Temperature:	-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)	-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)	-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)