ARRI Orbiter Setup guide

L5.0021114
09 / 2020
S A F E T Y A N D I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L

Revision History
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DimensionsDimensions
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Dimensions
All dimensions in mm (above dimension line) and inch (below dimension line)

Content
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Content
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Risk Levels and Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Explanation of the Symbols Used in this Manual and on the Type plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Vital Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
To Replace the Light Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Intended Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Transportation of the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Physical Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To Secure the Fixture and Accessories against Falling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To Mount the Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
To Remove the Yoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Basic Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Pan and Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Use of Accessories for Beam Shaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To Mount Optical Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To Remove Optical Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DMX / RDM Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wireless DMX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USB Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USB Ports on the Front Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SD card slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ethernet Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
To Connect and Disconnect the Control Panel Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
To Power and use the Orbiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
To Connect a Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
DMX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SYNC Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Safety InformationSafety Information
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Safety Information
Always follow these instructions and instructions printed on the product or given in the documentation shipped with
the product to protect against injury to yourself and damage to the product or other objects.
Risk Levels and Alert Symbols
Safety warnings, safety alert symbols, and signal words in these instructions indicate different risk levels:
Explanation of the Symbols Used in this Manual and on the Type plate
Symbol Description Symbol Description
Please read all instruc-
tions carefully before
using the product for
the first time.
Do not look into the
active light source.
The product is intended
for professional use and
may only be operated
by qualified persons.
High voltage! Risk of
electric shock.
The product becomes
hot during operation. Do
not touch the product
during operation.
Protection glass.
Replace a broken pro-
tection glass immedi-
ately. Do not use a
product with broken
protection glass.
Optical radiation (UV,
visible, IR)
Unplug the mains cable
before any service or
maintenance work or
when the product is not
in use.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING!
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION
NOTICE explains practices not related to physical injury. No safety alert symbol appears with this
signal word.
NOTICE

Safety Information
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Vital Precautions
DANGER
High voltage! Risk of electric shock and fire.
Read and understand all safety information and operation instructions before you operate
or install the product or the system.
Not to observe the safety information or general rules of reason may cause injury or death to yourself
and others or damage to equipment.
Use solely and exclusively as described in the instructions.
Always check that the local AC power matches the voltage and frequency range printed on the type
label of the product before use.
Always earth the fixture electrically. Only use TN- or TT one phase power supplies and a power plug
according to IEC 60309-1 or a similar national standard.
Do not connect or disconnect the power cable when powered. The connectors can be damaged by
arcing.
Install the cables in a trip-proof manner. Use a cable duct or stick the cables with adhesive tape
where necessary.
Never lead cables over sharp edges (e.g. sheet metal, profile or other cut edges). Damaged cables
can cause electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Never use the cables for transportation. Never hang the product on its cables.
The mains and loop-through cables must be longer than the safety cable so that the product is held
by the safety cable and not by the mains cables in the event of a fall. Otherwise the cables could
tear off and cause serious injury or even death by electric shock. Damage to the products and other
objects is possible.
Do not open the product. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
In case of visible damage to cables or housings, the product must not be operated any longer. Never
attempt to repair any part of the product on your own. Maintenance and repair work is only to be
carried out by an authorized ARRI service center. Improper repair attempts can be life-threatening.
Never bypass or remove any safety feature of the product.
Unplug the mains cable before any service or maintenance work or when the product is
not in use.

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Warnings
Humidity and condensation. Risk of electric shock and fire.
Never expose the product to rain or moisture. Do not use the product for 2 h when it was
exposed to big temperature differences as condensed moisture may damage the product
electrically when switched on.
For reliable, rainproof operation, the optional rain cover must be used. The permissible range of in-
clination is 75° upwards and 90° downwards when the rain cover is used.
Do not bend the power cable directly after the connector. Water could immerse and cause short
circuits and damage the connector.
If water has entered the spring contacts of the quick lens mount or the control panel, the water must
be removed by pressing the spring contacts with an absorbent cloth. Otherwise, the water may
cause a short circuit during the next closing operation and damage the unit.
WARNING!
Overheating! Risk of fire.
Do not operate the product if the ambient temperature exceeds 45° C (113° F).
Intensive use can cause the surface to become hot (up to 75° C / 167° F). Let the product
cool down complete before you handle it.
Never cover air vents during operation. Keep a minimum clearance around the air vents of
0.5 m (1.65 ft.).
The minimum distance from the light output aperture to flammable material is 0.5 m (1.65 ft.).
Never point a light beam from another luminaire into the light output aperture. Do not place the prod-
uct on or nearby heat sources. Intense heat cause damage to the product or automatic power off
during operation.
WARNING!
Intense Light! Risk of injury and fire.
Do not stare at a operating light source.
Intense light. Do not stare at the light output aperture. Risk of irreversible eye injury. Wear
safety glasses. Keep a minimum distance to an illuminated surface and objects of 0.5 m
(1.65 ft.).
The minimum distance from the light output aperture to persons or animals 0.5 m (1.65 ft.).
The product must not be used without an reflector or optical accessory.
The product must not be used with damaged protection glass of the light output aperture.
WARNING!

Safety Information
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General Precautions
Heavy weight! Risk of injury and damage.
The yoke must be mounted hanging or standing vertically. Lateral load can cause deformation or
breaking the spigot, its fixing screw, the yoke or the yoke brackets.
Wear suitable protective gloves to avoid injury from sharp edges (e.g. sheet metal, profile or other
cut edges).
The product must not be exposed to vibration. This could cause parts to come loose or other dam-
age.
The lamphead may slip out of the yoke brackets if it is suspended incorrectly.
Regularly check the tightness of the spigot fixing screw (recommended torque for all versions: 50
Nm / 37 ft-lb.).
Fixtures and accessories must be secured against fall when mounted above floor level. Always ob-
serve common and local safety regulations.
The fixture must only be secured against fall using the safety loop attachment provided for the safety
cable. Never use the carrying handle or the handle on the back as an anchor point for the safety
cable.
The top handle may be used as an anchor point for the safety cable of the accessories.
Secure the device against tipping when standing on the floor or when high wind load is present.
Always observe common and local safety regulations.
Disconnect all cables prior to transport.
Do not disassemble the yoke by unscrewing the tilt lock handles.
WARNING!
The ARRI Orbiter is intended for professional use and may only be operated by qualified persons.
It is not intended for household use.
Please follow the user manual of accessories and third party accessories such as battery packs and
battery chargers. They contain important safety and security information. Keep these safety and in-
stallation manual, the user manual and all operating and installation instructions belonging to the
system in a safe place for future reference and possible subsequent owners.
Never attempt to repair any part of the product on your own. Maintenance and repair work is only to
be carried out by an authorized ARRI service center.
In addition to regular visible checks ARRI recommends that all electric components are checked for
electrical safety by a professional every 12 month. Keep the protocol of the check.
Help protecting the environment by disposing the package material at your local recycling center.
All components comply to the guidelines listed below:
• Radio equipment directive 2014/53/EU
• Low voltage directive 2014/35/EU
• EMC directive 2014/30/EU
• RoHS directive 2011/65/EU
Please observe the information given in the „Safety leaflet ARRI lampheads“ (L5.40731.E). The
leaflet is available for download on our website www.arri.com.
NOTICE

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To Replace the Light Source
Maintenance Information
Firmware
Intended Use
The light source contained in this luminaire is replaceable. If the light source has reached the end
of its operational life or if the light source fails before it reached the end of its specified operational
life, please contact the manufacturer or his service agent or a similar qualified person.
NOTICE
Do not clean the surface of the product with solvents or strong detergents.
Clean the product with a soft cloth wetted with a mild detergent. Do not rub the surface: lift stuck
particles off with a soft repeated press.
Clean soiled electric contacts with cotton swabs wetted with isopropyle alcohol.
Keep electric contacts clean and replace corroded parts.
Only use disinfectants with a maximum alcohol content of 70% to disinfect the product
NOTICE
Check regularly on the ARRI Orbiter website if a new firmware version is available for the Orbiter.
For best performance we strongly recommend to use the fixture with the latest firmware available.
NOTICE
This product is intended to illuminate persons and objects in a dry environment. Always follow the
safety information. Any usage other than described above is not permitted and can damage the
product and lead to associated risks such as short-circuit, fire, electric shock, etc. You are not al-
lowed to modify the product.
NOTICE

Introduction
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Introduction
The Orbiter from ARRI is a very bright LED spotlight. The spotlight features a holder for optical accessories
and two stirrup holders with quick release fasteners. Similar to the ARRILITE series or the ARRI M series,
the Orbiter is designed for direct or indirect illumination of objects. The high output allows a large distance
of the light source to the object. Like all ARRI LED products, the Orbiter has a fully tunable light source.
The Orbiter produces white or colored light with adjustable color temperature and adjustable
green-magenta point. The light spectrum has been optimized for excellent color reproduction and perfect
interaction with digital cameras. All models can be controlled via the DMX512-A protocol, CRMX (wireless
DMX), RDM, Art-Net protocol or the control panel for the Orbiter.
Please find more detailed information about the features of the Orbiter in the user manual for the Orbiter.
You will find the user manual for free download in the download section of the ARRI website www.arri.com.
Unpacking
The Orbiter is supplied wit the short instruction and the following accessories:
• Antenna
• Protective cap
The following accessories need to be ordered separately:
• Mains cable with inline switch, powerCON TRUE1 TOP connector and power plug or bare ends,
• Yoke with yoke adapters and junior pin, manual or pole operated,
• optic accessories like open face optics, dome optics or soft boxes,
• control panel for the Orbiter
• connector cable control panel - fixture,
• flight cases and soft cases,
• skid
Transportation of the Product
The Orbiter and accessories can be damaged if not transported properly. Damage caused by improper
transport is excluded from the warranty. Please observe the following instructions.
Product and packaging contain recyclable materials. Always store, ship, and dispose of according
to local regulations.
ARRI is not liable for consequences from inadequate storage, shipment or disposal.
NOTICE
Avoid transport damage! Please observe when transporting the product:
• Always mount the protective cap.
• Disconnect all cables. Do not move the product by pulling it by its cables.
• Transport the fixture and accessories only in the original packaging or in a suitable transport
case (flight case).
NOTICE

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OverviewOverview
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Overview
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4
5
6
9
Orbiter (delivery state)
7
8
11
10
12
Quick Lighting Mount QLM
13
2
114
16
17
18
19
20
15
21
Orbiter with manual yoke & control panel* Safety Loop Attachment
27
23 25 26
19
24
20
22
29
28 30
Connector Panel
*Yoke & control panel must be ordered separately
1Yoke
2Spigot (junior pin)
3Upper handle
4Protective cap
5Rubber feet
6Locking slider
7Quick release lever
8Yoke bracket
9Antenna (wireless DMX)
10 Communication interface (5-pin Lemo)
11 Digital optics interface (5-pin)
12 Light output with protective glass
13 Guide for locking pin
14 Safety loop attachment
15 Ambient light sensor
16 Connector for Control panel extension
cable
17 Control panel
18 Focus handle
19 Mains in and out
20 Battery connector 48 V - 52 V ៑
21 Tilt lock
22 SD card slot
23 USB ports
24 DMX in
25 DMX out
26 Ethernet connector (RJ45)
27 Ethernet connector (RJ45)
28 Status LED
29 SYN connector (SMA)
30 Reset button

Physical Installation
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Physical Installation
To Secure the Fixture and Accessories against Falling
Pass the safety cable through the safety loop attachment (14) of
the fixture (see picture on the right) and around the structure sup-
porting the fixture. The safety loop attachment is designed as a
shock absorber. It absorbs the forces acting on the fixture in the
event of a fall and protects the fixture from damage.
Keep the safety cable as short as possible, but as long as neces-
sary. The upper handle (3) or the focus handle (18) must not be
used as an anchor for the safety cable.
The upper handle (3) may be used as an anchor point for the safe-
ty cable for optical accessories.
Risk of falling! Risk of injury.
Attach an approved safety cable to secure the product and accessories against clamp or bracket
failure when the product is mounted above floor. The safety cable needs to be approved at least 10
times the weight of the product including all accessories mounted at the product. The safety cable
must comply with EN 60598-2-17 Section 17.6.6 and be approved by an official body such as TÜV.
Lead the safety cable through the safety loop attachment (14,see “Overview” on page 11) and the
structure the fixture is mounted to.
Keep the safety cable as short as possible, but as long as necessary. The upper handle (3) or the
focus handle (18) must not be used as an anchor for the safety cable.
The rigging structure needs to be approved for the weight of all devices, equipment and cables in-
stalled on it.
Block access below the work area and work from a stable platform whenever installing, servicing or
moving the product or accessories.
There is a danger of crushing your fingers when mounting and dismounting the yoke. Wear suitable
protective gloves if necessary.
WARNING!
Do not illuminate the product by high power light beams from a short distance. The display and the
light engine are damaged by high brightness and heat radiation within very short time.
NOTICE

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To Mount the Yoke
Both yoke versions feature the quick release system for mounting and removing the yoke without a tool.
• Place the Orbiter on a smooth, stable surface or mount the stirrup on a tripod.
• Align the yoke adapters of the yoke (4, short side down).
• Position the yoke adapters under the two yoke brackets of the Orbiter.
• Slide both yoke adapters into the yoke brackets on the fixture until both latches engage. When pushed in,
the levers fold out and back again. The yoke is locked properly, when both levers are fully retracted and
the red markings are not visible.
To Remove the Yoke
Both yoke versions feature the quick release system for mounting and removing the yoke without a tool.
• Flip out one lever and press the stirrup slightly downwards until the yoke adapter slides out of the yoke
bracket
• Repeat the procedure for the other side and remove the yoke from the fixture.
Heavy weight! Risk of injury and damage.
When installing the Orbiter and accessories, observe all safety instructions, especially that:
• the yoke brackets do not open unintentionally,
• the tilt locks do not release unintentionally,
• the quick lighting mount is locked,
• the antenna is securely attached,
• the yoke is mounted hanging or standing vertically.,
• Tripods are set up in a stable position. Tripods need to be approved for the load they need
to carry,
• each Tripod is stabilized with sand bags, and
• the Orbiter is secured against tipping over when set up on the ground.
Note the weight of cables and accessories!
WARNING!

Basic Features
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Basic Features
Pan and Tilt
Loose the mounting screw of the tripod or the appropriate fixing screw of the mounting clamp to pan the
Orbiter. Tighten the screw to avoid unintended movement. Loose both tilt lock levers (21) to tilt the Orbiter
to the desired angle. Tighten the both tilt lock levers to avoid unintended movement.
Use of Accessories for Beam Shaping
For information on the characteristics and use of the optical accessories, please refer to the accessory
manual. Interchangeable optics and light design accessories are inserted into the quick lighting mount on
the front of the Orbiter.
To Mount Optical Accessories
• Remove the protective cap (4) by pushing the
locking slider (6, arrowed in the figure right)
and turning the protective cap counter-clock-
wise until it stops and removing it.
• Align the locking pin of the accessory with the
guide for the locking pin (13) and insert the
accessory in the Quick Lighting Mount.
• Turn the accessory clockwise, until the lock
(6) audibly engages.
• The accessory must be secured with a suit-
able safety cable. Pass the safety cable
through the safety loop attachment (14) and
the supporting structure or the upper handle
(3) of the Orbiter.
Always secure the accessory against falling
with a safety cable if the primary catch fails!
To Remove Optical Accessories
• Remove the safety cable from the accessory.
• Push the locking pin (13) inwards and turn the accessory counter-clockwise until it stops.
• Remove the accessory and place the protective cap on the Quick Lighting Mount.
DMX / RDM Interface
The Orbiter is equipped with a wired and wireless DMX / RDM-interface. It has locking 5-pin XLR
connectors for DMX / RDM data input and throughput. The wireless DMX / RDM interface is compatible to
the LumenRadio CRMX protocol. Please find more detailed information how to establish a DMX / RDM
data-link in chapter “DMX” on page 20.
Parts may fall off! Risk of injury and damage.
The fixture must not be mounted upside down (rubber feet on the top).
Optical accessories may fall off and injure persons if the locking slider (6, arrow in the fig-
ure below) is released. Always open the locking slider with great care.
If no accessories are used, the protective cap (4) must be fitted to prevent damage to the
fixture. Never transport the fixture without the protective cap fitted.
WARNING!
There is no light output or only very short light output for self-test purpose with mounted protective
cap (4) or when no optic or optical accessory is mounted to the Orbiter.
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Wireless DMX
The antenna for the CRMX interface is mounted on the right side of the Orbiter
USB Ports
The Orbiter has two USB-A ports (23) to upload firmware, upload and download fixture settings and favorite
or download error and service logs using an USB memory stick. The memory stick must be formatted with
the FAT32 file system.
The USB-C port (23) is used to connect the Orbiter to a PC / notebook for service purpose.
USB Ports on the Front Side
The Orbiter has two USB ports (10, 11) on the front side for recognition of the mounted optics and for com-
munication with optical accessories.
The interface for recognition of the mounted optics (11) automatically connects to the optics when the op-
tics are mounted.
The interface for communication with optical accessories (10) is designed as a 5-pin lockable Lemo con-
nector.
SD card slot
The Orbiter has an SD card slot (22) for updating firmware, loading and saving fixture settings and favorites.
storing error and service logs using an SD card. The SD card slot accepts standard SD and SDHC cards.
Ethernet Interfaces
The Orbiter is equipped with two RJ45 Ethernet connectors (26 and 27). The Ethernet signal can be daisy-
chained as the Orbiter acts like a switch in an Ethernet network. The interface can be used for control, up-
loading new firmware, setting parameters and service purpose using the ARRI lighting service manager.
Download the ALSM free of charge from the ARRI web site www.arri.com/lightingsoftware.
Please find more detailed information to work with the ALSM in the user manual of the software.
The manual is included in the download package.
Control Panel
The optional control panel for the Orbiter can be used directly at the fixture or via a connecting cable remote
from the Orbiter. When used directly on the Orbiter, the control panel is held magnetically in the recess at
the rear of the fixture (see figure below). The control panel for the Orbiter automatically connects to the
fixture when it is inserted into the recess.
Disconnect all data cables from the product before using an USB memory stick. The data transfer
between the product and the USB memory stick might be disturbed due to interferences.
Do not use service features during a show or a shot. The data transfer between the product and the
controller might be disturbed due to interferences.
Both USB-A ports can power small USB devices. The maximum current is 1500 mA @ 5V (left USB-
A port) or 500 mA @ 5V (right USB-A port). Do not overload the USB-A connector.
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To Remove and to Insert the Control Panel
The control panel may be removed and inserted with the fixture powered. The last setting of the fixture is
retained when the control panel is removed.
To remove the control panel:
• Push the control panel slightly to the left.
• Lift the control panel out of the recess on the right.
• Pull the control panel to the right out of the recess.
To insert the control panel:
• Push the control panel diagonally to the left into the recess.
• Press the right side of the control panel into the recess and push it to the right until it locks in place. The
control panel is magnetically fixed in the recess. When the fixture is powered, the control panel is ready
for operation after a short time.
To Connect and Disconnect the Control Panel Cable
• Plug the 4-pin Lemo connector of the connector cable into the connector of the fixture and the control
panel. The connector locks automatically.
• Pull back the ring of the Lemo connector to unlock the connector and pull out the connector.
To Power and use the Orbiter
The Orbiter has no mains switch. After connecting the fixture with the power source or switching it on with
the mains cable inline mains switch the Orbiter initializes for a few seconds and is ready for operation. The
Orbiter will operate with the settings made on the fixture menu or received by DMX / RDM, Art-Net or sACN.
Please observe the information in the following section.
Strong Neodymium Magnet - Danger of Injury!
Neodymium magnets are extremely powerful. The very strong force between the magnets
can cause serious injuries. Fingers and other parts of the body can be trapped between
two magnets. Strong magnets can affect the operation of pacemakers or other implanted
medical devices.
WARNING!
Drop Out of Control Panel - Danger of Injury!
Always check that the control unit is mounted securely in the fixture. Danger of injury
through falling control panel.
WARNING!
The control panel can be used directly at the Orbiter or via a connecting cable remote from the
Orbiter. If two controllers are used, the controller on the connecting cable has priority.
NOTICE
Intense light! Danger of eye injury.
Do not stare at the operating light source.
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Power Source
AC Power
The Orbiter is equipped with an auto-sensing switch-mode power supply that adapts automatically to
100 V - 240 V ~, 50 / 60 Hz (nom.).
Make sure that no person stares at the light output aperture and the product is isolated from DMX before
you connect it to AC power.
You can hard-wire the Orbiter to a building electrical installation. Power outlets or external power switches
that supply the Orbiter with power must be located near the fixture and easily accessible so that the fixture
can easily be disconnected from power. Alternatively you can use a mains cable with inline main switch
and suitable mains plug.
The Orbiter is connected to the power source via a mains cable with a Neutrik® PowerCON® TRUE1 TOP
cable connector. ARRI supplies various mains cables with PowerCON® TRUE1 TOP connectors as ac-
cessories. The mains cable must always meet the following specification.
The mains cable is available as an accessory. We recommend the use of original ARRI mains cables.
Region Cable Quality Temperatur range Standards
EU,
China
Rubber cord
H07RN-F 3G1,5
min. -20° C to +85° C
min. -4° F to +185° F HAR, CCC
USA,
Canada
Rubber cord
SJ0(0)W 3x14 AWG
min. -20° C to +90° C,
min. -4° F to +194° F
300 V, min. 15 A
UL, CSA
Japan Flexible cord
HVCTF 3X2.0 mm²
min. +60° C (+140° F),
min. 300 V, 80 shore PSE, JET
Table 1: Mains cable specification
DANGER
High voltage! Risk of electric shock and fire.
For protection from electric shock, always connect the fixture electrically to ground (earth)
when connected to AC power. The AC mains power supply must be fitted with a fuse or
circuit breaker and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
Use only an ARRI mains cable or loop-through mains cable or cables which fulfill the specifications
from ARRI. The use of other mains cables might cause electric shock, malfunction and damage of
the product.
Do not connect or disconnect the mains cable when powered. The connectors can be damaged by
arcing.
Intense light! Risk of eye injury. Use an eye protection.
Ensure that persons do not look at the light output aperture without eye protection when
the product is connected to AC power or a battery pack. The product can light up suddenly.
The high intensity light beam of the product can cause eye irritation or injury when not re-
specting the safety distance.
WARNING!
Always connect the product direct to AC power. Do not connect it to a dimmer-system. Doing so will
damage the product.
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To Loop Through the Mains Power
The Orbiter is equipped with a mains voltage output for supplying other fixtures with mains voltage. The
voltage at the mains output corresponds to the voltage at the mains input. The load on the mains voltage
output must not exceed 15 A. Therefore, connect no more than
• 5 (five) Orbiter at 240 V mains voltage, or
• 3 (three) Orbiter at 120 V mains voltage
with each other.
The loop-through cable is available as an accessory. We recommend the use of original ARRI loop-through
cables. The use of other loop-through cables is at your own risk.
To Insert and Remove the PowerCON®Cable Connector
• Line up the raised key of the connector and the keyway of the input socket. Insert the cable connector
without force in the power input socket.
• Turn the cable connector a full quarter-turn clockwise to lock the cable connector.
• To unlock the cable connector, push the connector lock backwards and turn the cable connector counter-
clockwise. Pull the cable connector out of the power input socket.
To Connect a Battery Pack
The Orbiter can be used with a battery pack independent of AC power. The battery pack must meet the
following specifications:
The pin out of the 3 pin XLR connector is:
Output voltage 48 - 52 V ៑
Permitted temperature range -20° C to +45° C (-4° F to +113° F)
Recommended minimum capacity 10 Ah
Connector type 3-pin XLR connector
Table 2: Battery pack specification
Pin Description
1-
2+ 48 - 52 V ៑
3nc
Table 3: Pin out of the battery connector (3 pin XLR)
Risk of electric shock, fire and damage.
Only use original ARRI connector cables to connect the battery pack. Cables that are too
long can cause fixture malfunction due to excessive voltage drop in the cable. Cables that
are too short can lead to over voltage and damage to the fixture.
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When using a battery pack, follow all safety instructions of the manufacturer. Only use battery packs that
meet all the specifications listed. Use of unsuitable battery packs can damage both the fixture and the bat-
tery pack.
To Insert and Remove the 3 pin XLR connector
• The main switch of the battery pack, if present, must be turned off.
• Insert the XLR connector into the battery pack connector (20) without force. Note the position of the lock-
ing device!
• The connector must snap into place. Repair or replace the connector if it does not click into place.
• If possible, switch off the battery pack before removing the connector. Press the latch on the connector
and pull it out of the connector.
Tips for using battery packs
It is not possible to give a reliable indication of the operating time with a battery pack. The actual operating
time depends strongly on age, state of charge, type of battery pack and brightness setting of the Orbiter.
If the battery pack does not have a switch for switching on and off, the brightness of the orbiter should be
set to zero before disconnecting the connector cable to the battery pack. This will reduce the load on the
connectors and increase the lifetime of the connectors.
The pin out of the battery pack must correspond to the pin out shown above. Connectors with dif-
ferent pin out may cause damage to the Orbiter and the battery pack.
The Orbiter switches off below the minimum voltage of 48 V៑. Battery input voltages above
53.5 V៑ will damage the fixture.
If the Orbiter switches off due to under voltage, you must disconnect the battery pack from the
Orbiter before connecting the fixture to an AC power source.
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DMX
To control the Orbiter via DMX you need a wired or wireless DMX data link.
The Orbiter has 5-pin locking XLR sockets for DMX / RDM data input and output. The default pin-out of
both sockets is:
Pin 1 = Shield
Pin 2 = DMX Data - (cold)
Pin 3 = DMX Data + (hot)
Pin 4 = DMX Data - (cold)
Pin 5 = DMX Data + (hot)
Pins 4 and 5 are not used by the Orbiter but are bridged between input and output sockets. These pins can
therefore be used as a pass-through connection for an additional data signal if required.
Do not overload the data link.You must not connect more than 32 Orbiters per data link. Depending on the
channel requirements the address space of one data link (512 channels) may not be enough to control all
products of the installation. You may set more than one Orbiter to identical DMX addresses to obtain iden-
tical behavior. For independent control every Orbiter needs to be assigned an individual address range.
If you need to control more Orbiters individual, you need to set up additional DMX data links.
Tips for a Reliable Data Transmission
• Use shielded twisted-pair cable designed for RS-485 devices or CAT 6 / CAT 7 network cables. Standard
microphone cable cannot transmit control data reliably over long runs. 24 AWG cable is suitable for runs
up to 300 meters (1000 ft.). Heavier gauge cable and/or an amplifier is recommended for longer runs.
• To split the data link, use a DMX splitter. Use an RDM compatible splitter when you use the
RDM functionality.
• Install a DMX termination plug on the last product of every DMX data link. Terminate the DMX data link
on both ends, when you use the RDM functionality. Ask your system specialist for details.
To Connect the Data Link
• Connect the DMX data output from the controller to the data input (male XLR) of the first fixture on the
data link.
• Run the data link from the data output (female XLR) to the data input of the next fixture.
• Terminate the data link by connecting a 120 Ohm, 0.25 Watt resistor between the data 1 hot (+) and cold
(-) conductors (and between data 2 hot and cold if used) at the data output of the last fixture on the link
or activate the internal termination of the Orbiter.
SYNC Interface
The SMA Interface „SYNC“ has no function and cannot be used by the user.