Hi-5 Hand Unit
Further. Stronger. Faster.
The new Arri H-5 is the most sophisticated hand unit on the market, providing reliable, wireless, camera and multi-axis lens control.
Weatherproof and solidly built, it features an exceptional radio link and unique, swappable radio modules for different territories and shooting challenges.
Hi-Performance
- Multi-axis lens control
- Powerful radio signal cuts through interference
- Up to 100 virtual radio channels
- Split-second reconnection time
- High-contrast display

Hi-Versitility
- Swappable radio modules for different regions or situations
- Three user buttons for personalised functions
- Full camera control (including third party cameras)
- Focus knob adjustable to operator preferences
- Focusbug Cine RT support

Hi-Speed
- Fast and efficient new ECS ecosystem
- Smart pre-marked focus rings detected automatically
- Integrated NATO rail and multiple mounting points
- ECS Sync App: easy software updates and lens file management
- Customisable touchscreen user interface
Hi-Reliability
- Best rain, temperature and dust protection on the market
- Exceptionally strong materials and build quality
- Intelligent, high capacity batteries
- A tool that can be trusted for heavy use over many years
Hi-Tech
- How-swap battery technology
- Modular hardware and upgradeable software
- Non-visual alerts via vibrating haptic feedback
- Adaptable to future standards and networks
HI-5 Ecosystem
Radio Module
Fitted with the globally accepted RF-2400 radio module.
Li-ion Battery Pack
ARRI’s high-capacity Li-ion Battery Pack allows a precise readout of remaining battery capacity to be displayed on the Hi-5 screen.
Versatile connection and mounting options

- -Update LBUS devices connected to the Hi-5 via the ECS Sync App
- Hardwire the Hi-5 to ARRI cameras
- Connect to the control panels of ARRI’s Stabilized Remote Heads

Exchange lens files and user setups, and install software updates, through the integrated Bluetooth stick and the ECS Sync App.

- Install software updates via the flash drive
- Power the Hi-5 from an external power supply
- Exchange lens files and user setups via flash drive


Technical Data
Focus Knob: | LED backlit rotary knob with adjustable friction, 3.0” diameter, 16 bit native encoder resolution |
Iris Slider: | Fully sealed slider mechanism, 14 bit native encoder resolution |
Force Pad: | Force sensitive joystick, x/y-direction |
Display: | Transflective TFT-LCD display (readable in bright sunlight) 3.0″ diagonal |
Weight: | 830 g / 29.30 oz (incl. Bluetooth dongle and Smart Focus Ring Blank) |
Interfaces: | 1x LBUS (4pin Lemo) 1x SERIAL (4pin Lemo) 1x Radio Module Interface 1x USB-A 1x USB-C |
Power Supply: | ARRI LBP-3500 battery pack LBP Battery Charger NP-F550 battery (Sony) or compatible batteries Power via USB-C port through an external power supply Power via LBUS interface |
Supply Voltage: | LBUS interface: 10.5 V – 34.0 V Battery: 7.4 V |
Power Consumption: | Without radio module: 222 mA @ 7.4 V
With RF-EMIP radio module: typ. 270 mA @ 7.4 V With RF-2400 radio module: typ. 370 mA @ 7.4V With RF-900 radio module @ 100 mW: typ. 330 mA @ 7.4 V With RF-900 radio module @ 1 W: typ. 480 mA @ 7.4 V |
Operating Temperature: | -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F) |
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