ARRI ALEXA Mini User Manual

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7.3.2 Changing a CFast 2.0 card
NOTICE
ALEXA Mini does not accept ALEXA-formatted CFAST 2.0 cards, and vice versa.
Before using a CFAST 2.0 card with ALEXA Mini, you must erase it in-camera to
create the required file system
Avoid damage to the contacts of both camera and card. Always insert cards as
described in this document.
Never change memory cards when recording - this may damage the recorded clip.
Card capacity is limited to 95% of the physical capacity to avoid card reliability
issues.
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1. Open the lid (1).
2. Align the card's positive edge (3) facing the camera rear.
3. With the contact pins first, gently insert the card, until it audibly locks (2).
4. Gently close the lid (1). Never force it closed on an unlocked card.

ARRI ALEXA Mini Specifications

General

Sensor Type	ALEV III CMOS
Dynamic Range	14+ stops
Recording Formats	ARRIRAW, ProRes
Power Input	10.5-34 V DC
Base Sensitivity	EI 800
Lens Mount	PL mount
Weight	2.3 kg
ISO Range	160 to 3200
Frame Rates	0.75 - 200 fps (depending on recording format and sensor mode)
Dimensions	185 mm x 125 mm x 140 mm
Power Consumption	Approx. 50 W
Outputs	HD-SDI
Sensor Size	Super 35 format