ARRI introduces the single-axis Hi‑5 SX hand unit, joining the three-axis Hi‑5 at the forefront of wireless camera and lens control technology. Ready to perform a variety of single-axis tasks on set, the Hi‑5 SX can also be easily upgraded to higher functionality via optional software licenses. Weather-proof and exceptionally hard-wearing, it brings ARRI dependability to the control of almost any lens on any camera, at an attractive price point.
The most complete single-axis hand unit
The Hi-5 SX is the oerfect entry point into the ARRI ECS ecosystem, with support for basic lens data and ARRI camera control included as standard.
Hi-5 SX users can upgrade at any time to the full feature set of the flagship, multi-axis Hi-5.
One axis, full status
Whether you choose to operate using the knob, slider or force-pad, the Hi-5 SX gives you precise control of focus, iris or zoom motor while still displaying all nesessary camera and lens status information.
Next-level metadata
Camera, lens and distance-measurement metadata is shared automatically between hand unit and, a redesigned single axis interface gives a clear view of the controlled axis.
Hi-5 users and Hi-5 SX All-axis License holders can toggle between the Hi-5 and Hi-5 SX interface.
Network ready
Completing the next-gen Hi-5 ecosystem, Hi-5SX is the most fully featured single-axis hand unit on the market.
Perfect for DITs looking for a long-range iriscontrol, it supports all existing ARRI ECS radio modules, camera user buttons, and Constum Smart Ring for iris.
Extended control possibilities
The Hi-5 SX supports the existing Focusbug, Cinefade, RED Camera Control and SOny Camera Control licenses already offered to the Hi-5 users.
It is also compatible with all of the same LBUS devices as the Hi-5.
Built tough for any location
Sharing the same set-proven hardware as the existing Hi-5 hand unit, the Hi-5 SX is weather-proof, dust-proof, and built tough.
Each battery supports a 12x hour run time and can be hot-swapped without losing wireless connection.
Personalized compatibility
Users looking to interface with third-party products can access the same compatibility licenses already offered for the Hi‑5.
All licenses are available for immediate download from the ARRI License Shop.
Focusbug License
- Adjust many of the Focusbug settings directly from the Hi‑5
- Display two dynamic distance values from horns or bugs
- Synchronize marks from the Cine RT handset to the Hi‑5 focus scale
- Set and toggle many common functions such as limits, lockouts, film plane offset, sensitivity, and field of view.
- For more information, view the Tech Talk here
Cinefade License
- Motorized variable ND filter control from ND 0.4 to ND 2.7
- Motorized polarizer control
- Dynamic depth-of-field control
- For more information head to arri.com/cinefade
- Or view the Tech Talk here
Sony Camera Control License
- Compatible with Sony Venice and Sony Venice 2
- Control in standard mode: frame rate, ND filter, playback with next/previous selection
- Additional control in RCP Mode: shutter speed, ISO (as gain in dB), white balance
- For more information, view the Tech Talk here
RED Camera Control License
- Compatible with DSMC2 and DSMC3 cameras
- Control over frame rate, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, ND filter, user buttons, and playback with clip list handling.
- For more information, view the Tech Talk here
Custom Smart Rings
Customize the feel of your focus or iris pulls with ARRI Custom Smart Rings. Any spread of focus or iris marks can be programmed to any blank Smart Ring and will be automatically recognized on all Hi‑5 and Hi‑5 SX hand units.
The ring file can be exported as a vector file to a USB for graphical personalization and printing, allowing full customization to suit your camera, production, or style.
Hi-5 ecosystem
ARRI's system approach to camera technology development has resulted in a wide range of highly integrated products.
The Hi‑5 SX sits within the Hi‑5 ecosystem, with both hand units, as well as the ZMU‑4 wireless zoom controller, compatible with all existing motor controllers, LBUS controllers, and cameras.
