
ALEXA XR Module Workflows - White Paper Page 2 of 9
Introduction
In 2013, ARRI introduced the ALEXA XR Module which, for the first time, allows uncompressed in-camera
ARRIRAW recording. This not only makes for a smaller, lighter and more affordable ARRIRAW camera
package, it also simplifies setup and operation while avoiding unnecessary cabling. The result is a faster,
more reliable and more versatile workflow on set.
This document provides an introduction to the workflows related to the ALEXA XR Module.
Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 2
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................. 2
The XR Module .................................................................................................................. 3
The Storage Media ............................................................................................................ 3
XR Capture Drive ..................................................................................................... 3
XR Capture Drive Format Overview ......................................................................... 3
SxS Camera Adapter for SxS PRO Cards ............................................................... 4
Camera Setup .................................................................................................................... 4
Media Access – Codex Platform ..................................................................................... 4
Uncompressed ARRIRAW Recording ...................................................................... 4
The Codex Virtual File System (VFS) ....................................................................... 4
The Codex Platform .................................................................................................. 5
Compressed ProRes or DNxHD Recording ............................................................. 5
Hardware Options ............................................................................................................. 5
Single Dock USB3 .................................................................................................... 5
Dual Dock ................................................................................................................. 6
Codex Vault .............................................................................................................. 6
About the Vault ......................................................................................................... 6
Access to UDF Volumes (Compressed Recording) ................................................. 6
Building your ARRIRAW Workflow ................................................................................. 7
Single Dock Setup .................................................................................................... 7
Dual Dock Setup ....................................................................................................... 8
Vault Setup ............................................................................................................... 9
Scaling your Workflow ..................................................................................................... 9
More Information .............................................................................................................. 9
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