ARRI GPB-1 User manual

GPB-1
General Purpose I/O Interface Box
Date: October 2015

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Imprint
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Scope
This instruction manual applies to the following product:
K2.0007642 General Purpose IO Interface Box GPB-1 with Software
Update Package (SUP) 1.0
Document Information
Version ID No. Order No. Release Date
01 10001286 K5.0008503 F05856 02.10.2015

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able of Contents
For Your Safety ................................................................................... 5
Risk Levels and Alert S mbols ............................................................. 5
Vital Precautions ................................................................................... 6
General Precautions ............................................................................. 6
Audience and Intended Use ................................................................. 6
Introduction ......................................................................................... 7
How to Use This Manual ....................................................................... 7
Scope of Deliver .................................................................................. 7
S stem Requirements .......................................................................... 8
Quick Start Guide ............................................................................... 9
Connecting to ARRI AMIRA or ALEXA Mini Cameras ......................... 9
Powering up .......................................................................................... 9
Connect Switches and Indicators to the GPB-1 ................................... 9
Setting-up the Functions on the Camera ............................................ 10
Appendix ............................................................................................ 11
Cables and Accessories ..................................................................... 11
Connector Pin-Outs ............................................................................ 12
Dimensions and Weight ...................................................................... 13
Electrical Data ..................................................................................... 14
International Declarations and Certifications ...................................... 14
ARRI Service Contacts ..................................................................... 15

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Disclaimer
Before using the products described in this manual be sure to read and understand all
respective instruction.
The ARRI General Purpose I/O Interface Box GPB-1 is onl available to commercial customers.
The customer grants b utilization that the GPB-1 or other components of the s stem are
deplo ed for commercial use. Otherwise the customer has the obligation to contact ARRI
preceding the utilization.
While ARRI endeavors to enhance the qualit , reliabilit and safet of their products, customers
agree and acknowledge that the possibilit of defects thereof cannot be eliminated entirel . To
minimize risk of damage to propert or injur (including death) to persons arising from defects in
the products, customers must incorporate sufficient safet measures in their work with the
s stem and have to heed the stated canonic use.
ARRI or its subsidiaries do not assume an responsibilit for incurred losses due to improper
handling or configuration of the GPB-1 or other s stem components.
ARRI assumes no responsibilit for an errors that ma appear in this document. The
information is subject to change without notice.
For product specification changes since this manual was published, refer to the latest
publications of ARRI data sheets or data books, etc., for the most up-to-date specifications. Not
all products and/or t pes are available in ever countr . Please check with an ARRI sales
representative for availabilit and additional information.
Neither ARRI nor its subsidiaries assume an liabilit for infringement of patents, cop rights or
other intellectual propert rights of third parties b or arising from the use of ARRI products or
an other liabilit arising from the use of such products. No license, express, implied or
otherwise, is granted under an patents, cop rights or other intellectual propert right of ARRI or
others.
ARRI or its subsidiaries expressl exclude an liabilit , warrant , demand or other obligation for
an claim, representation, or cause, or action, or whatsoever, express or implied, whether in
contract or tort, including negligence, or incorporated in terms and conditions, whether
b statue, law or otherwise. In no event shall ARRI or its subsidiaries be liable for or have a
remed for recover of an special, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages,
including, but not limited to lost profits, lost savings, lost revenues or economic loss of an kind
or for an claim b third part , downtime, good-will, damage to or replacement of equipment or
propert , an cost or recovering of an material or goods associated with the assembl or use of
our products, or an other damages or injur of the persons and so on or under an other legal
theor .
In the case one or all of the foregoing clauses are not allowed b applicable law, the fullest
extent permissible clauses b applicable law are validated.

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For Your Safety
Alwa s keep this document on hand. It should be read, understood and
observed b all persons using the General Purpose I/
O Interface
All other products must be handled as prescribed b their manufacturers.
Risk Levels and Alert Symbols
Safet
warnings, safet alert s mbols, and signal words in these instructions
indicate different risk levels:
This s mbol alerts ou to personal injur hazards
or damage to the
equipment
. Obe all warnings that follow this s mbol to avoid possible injur
or death or damage to the equipment.
This s mbol alerts ou to electrical hazards. Obe all warnings that
follow this s mbol to avoid possible injur or death.
DANGER!
Indicates an imminent, hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injur .
NOTICE: Explains practices not related to ph sical injur . The safet alert
s mbol is not used with this signal word.
Note: Provides additional information to clarif or simplif a procedure.
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Alwa s keep this document on hand. It should be read, understood and
O Interface
Box GPB-1.
All other products must be handled as prescribed b their manufacturers.
warnings, safet alert s mbols, and signal words in these instructions
or damage to the
. Obe all warnings that follow this s mbol to avoid possible injur
This s mbol alerts ou to electrical hazards. Obe all warnings that
Indicates an imminent, hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
NOTICE: Explains practices not related to ph sical injur . The safet alert
Note: Provides additional information to clarif or simplif a procedure.

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Vital Precautions
NOTICE: Read and follow all instructions before using the product. Use the
product onl as described therein. Never open it. Never insert objects.
Never attempt to repair the product: Alwa s have it repaired and serviced b
authorized ARRI Service Centers.
Never remove or deactivate an product safet equipment (incl. guarantee
stickers).
Alwa s protect the product from moisture, cold, heat, dirt, vibration, shock, or
aggressive substances.
General Precautions
Use onl the tools, materials and procedures recommended in this
document. Unplug all cables during transport.
Do not store the GPB-1 in places where it ma be subject to temperature
extremes, direct sunlight, high humidit , severe vibration, or strong magnetic
fields.
Audience and Intended Use
NOTICE: The product is solel and exclusivel available for commercial
customers and shall be used b skilled personnel onl . Alwa s contact ARRI
preceding other uses. Ever user should be trained according to ARRI
guidelines.
Never use the product for an other purpose. Alwa s follow the valid
instructions and s stem requirements for all equipment involved.

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Introduction
The General Purpose IO Box GPB-1 is a break-out box that works with
ALEXA Mini and AMIRA, allowing users to build custom button interfaces or
electronic controls. The box provides protected input channels that act like
user buttons on the camera and can be configured flexibl . Possible
functions range from record start/stop and ND filter changes to emulating the
button interface on the ALEXA Mini camera.
Visit www.arri.com for up-to-date product information and software updates.
How to Use his Manual
Connectors are written in all capital letters, for example, EXT.
Buttons are written in all capital letters, for example, MENU soft button.
Menus and screens are written in italic letters, for example Home screen.
The appendix at the back of the manual contains useful reference material
including spare parts and additional accessories, connector pin-out diagrams
and dimensional drawings.
Scope of Delivery
On deliver , please check if the package and its contents are intact. Never
accept a damaged/incomplete deliver . A complete deliver includes:
• General Purpose I/O Interface Box GPB-1
• K2.0007736 1x Cable ALEXA Mini/AMIRA EXT to GPB-1
• Instruction manual
• Original packaging
For scope of warrant , please ask our local ARRI representative. ARRI is
not liable for consequences from inadequate shipment, improper use, or
third-part products.

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System Requirements
To tap the full potential of the device, have all connected units updated to a
firmware equal or higher to those listed below.
Product Firmware
ARRI AMIRA (all versions) SUP 2.0
ARRI ALEXA Mini (all Versions) SUP 2.0

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Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide walks ou through setting up the GPB-1.
Connecting to ARRI AMIRA or ALEXA Mini Cameras
Connect the GBP-1 to the camera using the attached cable
“K2.0007736 Cable ALEXA Mini/AMIRA EXT to GPB-1”.
The second socket provides connection to other accessor using the EXT
connection.
Powering up
The GPB-1 is powered from the camera’s EXT socket. No dedicated power
switch is applied.
Connect Switches and Indicators to the GPB-1
The GPB-1 provides 14 ground-isolated inputs and two ground-isolated
output switches as well as a built-in 5 volts isolated power suppl for eas
wiring.
The I/Os are available on a standard 37-pin Sub-D female connector. The
pin-function is printed on the GPB-1 housing.
Example:

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Momentar switches connected to IN1..IN3,
LED indicators on OUT1/2
Note: Do not appl more than 5.5volts to the input terminals!
The output switches are able to carr loads up to 0.2 amps @ 60 volts.
Pins 17,18 5V-ISO and pins 36,37 GND-ISO are each connected internall .
Setting-up the Functions on the Camera
Select the function GPIO user buttons from the camera menu and activate
the appropriate function.
The output functions OUT1 and OUT2 are dedicated to “CAMERA ON” and
“REC ON” signalization.
Please also refer to the latest AMIRA / ALEXA Mini User Manual for a more
detailed description of the user buttons functions.
http://www.arri.com/support/downloads

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Appendix
Cables and Accessories
The following accessories are compatible with the GPB-1:
K2.0007736 Cable ALEXA Mini/AMIRA EXT to GPB-1
K2.0007624 Cable ALEXA Mini EXT to LCS.pdf
K2.0008533 GPB-1 mounting bracket – use together with:
K2.0006176 Cforce mini/CLM-5 clamp console 19/15
K2.0006176 K2.0008533

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Connector Pin-Outs
EXT IN (pin t pe - male)
1
CAN1-H CAN bus 1
2 CAN1-L CAN bus 1
3 CAN2-H CAN bus 2
4 CAN2-L CAN bus 2
5 24V-CAM Camera suppl
6 GND Ground
7 R/S ARRI R/S*
EXT OUT (socket t pe - female)
1
CAN1-H CAN bus 1
2 CAN1-L CAN bus 1
3 CAN2-H CAN bus 2
4 CAN2-L CAN bus 2
5 24V-CAM Camera suppl
6 GND Ground
7 R/S ARRI R/S*
* ALEXA Mini onl , not available with the supplied cable K2.0007736
DSUB I/O
19 1
37 20

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Dimensions and Weight
Weight: 125g / 4.4lb

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Electrical Data
Suppl Voltage: 9.5 to 34 volts DC
Current Consumption: 0.07 amps @ 12 volts
Operating Temperature: -20 to +50 °C (-4 to +122 °F)
Max. suppl current 5V-ISO: 0.4 amps respective to GND-ISO
International Declarations and Certifications
EC Declaration of Conformit
The product General Purpose IO Interface Box GPB-1 conforms with the
specifications of the following European directives:
This equipment has been tested and found to compl with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequenc energ and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, ma cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likel to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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ARRI Service Contacts
Munich, German
Arnold & Richter Cine Technik
[phone]
[email protected]
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 9:00 - 17:00 (CET)
London, Great Britain
ARRI CT Limited
[phone]
[e-mail]
Business hours:
Mo. - Thu. 9:00 - 17:30 (GMT)
Fr. 9:00 - 17:00 (GMT)
Milan, Ital
ARRI Italia S.r.l.
[phone]
[email protected]
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 9:00 - 18:00 (CET)
Burbank, USA
ARRI Inc. West Coast
[phone]
[email protected]m
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 8:15 - 17:00 (PST)
New York, USA
ARRI Inc. East Coast
[phone]
[email protected]m
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 8:00 - 17:30 (EST)
Mississauga, Canada
ARRI Canada Limited
[phone]
[email protected]m
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 8:30 - 17:00 (EDT)
Hong Kong, China
ARRI Asia Limited
[phone]
[email protected]k
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 10:00 - 18:30 (HKT)
Beijing, China
ARRI China Co. Limited
[phone]
[e-mail]
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 9:00 - 18:00 (CST)
S dne , Australia
ARRI Australia Pt Ltd
[phone]
[email protected]m.au
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 8:00 - 18:00 (AEST)
Vienna, Austria
ARRI Cine & Video Geräte Ges.m.b.H
[phone]
[email protected]
Business hours:
Mo. - Fr. 9:00 - 17:00 (CET)

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