User Manual

Introduction to the ALEXA SXT Camera System 17
Open, Future-proof Architecture
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Compatibility with industry standards
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Super 35 PL mount lenses
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Apple ProRes, HD-SDI
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SxS PRO, SxS PRO+ and CFast 2.0 cards
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Gold mount or V-lock on-board batteries
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12 or 24 V power inputs and outputs
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support for ARRI ECS and cmotion cvolution wireless lens control systems
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ARRI Partner Program
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ARRI Look Management library
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ARRIRAW Software Developers Kit (SDK)
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ARRI Metadata Bridge (AMB) library
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White papers and information about ARRI color science
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Flexible upgrade options
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upgradable in-camera recording module
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upgradable electronics interface module (Plus side panel)
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upgradable HD video transmitter and WiFi radio (SXT W upgrade)
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Exchangeable Lens Mount (ELM)
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free Software Update Packets (SUPs)
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Long and reliable product cycles
We are open to equipment and standards from other manufacturers, as can be seen
in ALEXA's compatibility with Super 35 PL mount lenses, SxS PRO, SxS PRO+ and
CFast 2.0 cards, Apple ProRes, HD-SDI, Gold or V-mount on-board batteries, the
cmotion lens control system and both 12 and 24V accessories. We want to make sure
that you can put together the right ALEXA package with the accessories you want.
To ensure a smooth workflow, we share our know-how with third parties through
the ARRI Partner Program. The ARRI Look Management library allows third parties
access to all look management functions found in the ARRI Color Tool, including
the ability to change looks live in-camera. The ARRIRAW Software Development
Kit (SDK) allows them to integrate the ARRI debayering algorithm and various other
image processing steps into their own products. The ARRI Metadata Bridge (AMB)
tackles the tricky problem of getting metadata from the ARRIRAW or ProRes recording
files into the file formats (DPX and OpenEXR) of those who can actually benefit from
the metadata. We have published our color science in various white papers and the
ARRIRAW debayering method in two SMPTE Recommended Disclosure Documents
(RDD 30:2014 and RDD 31:2014).
In addition, ALEXAs can be upgraded, as we have shown with numerous hardware
upgrades in the past. The Software Upgrade Packets (SUPs) are continuously
improving ALEXA cameras with new and exciting features. All this, combined with
our long product cycles, creates a sustainable business model for all owners of ARRI
cameras.
Older Generation ALEXA Cameras
ALEXA Classic Cameras
First generation ALEXAs are called ALEXA Classic cameras. They were released
between 2010 and 2012. They have exceptional image performance and are simple
to operate, reliable in the most extreme environments and versatile enough to cover a