ARRI is expanding its accessory range for the Orbiter LED luminaire with the introduction of the Orbiter Docking Ring, the new Orbiter Bag-o-Light, Orbiter Glass Cover, and Orbiter Dome Mini. The Docking Ring and three other tools are designed to extend Orbiter’s flexibility and make the LED luminaire more versatile.
Orbiter Docking Ring: Integrates third-party optics
With its Quick Lighting Mount (QLM) system and the large number of different optical lighting accessories from ARRI, the Orbiter is already one of the industries’ most versatile luminaire. By enabling the Orbiter to accept various industry standard, third-party optics, the new Docking Ring enlarges the fixture’s application possibilities.
This new accessory is designed to give a second life to already-owned equipment. Since the Docking Ring allows the Orbiter to be compatible with third-party equipment, it could help to minimize new investments. The optical design of the Orbiter Docking Ring is made to boost the performance of older tools in output, optical performance, and homogeneity. Users can apply their already-owned optics on the Orbiter as an alternative to ARRI optics while still benefiting from ARRI lighting.
Orbiter Docking Ring - Info Graphic
The adapter connects and without any additional tools onto the QLM of every Orbiter. The Docking Ring is automatically recognized by the luminaire and also the light output is automatically adjusted for ultimate performance. Attaching third-party optics can be done more simply and swiftly without any tools required. A built-in automatic, low-noise cooling fan makes third party optics safer.
The tool allows the attachment of wide range compatible optics from various manufacturers including projection optics, Fresnel, and Cyc-optics— up to a weight of 7.9 kg / 17.4 lbs. The Docking Ring itself is lightweight (~ 1 kg / 2.2 lbs.) and compact (246 mm x 225 mm x 86 mm / 9.7 in x 8.9 in x 3.4 in), designed to make transport easier. The Docking Ring is available in black. It is only needed for attaching third-party optics and not necessary when applying ARRI optics and accessories.
The Orbiter Docking Ring allows rentals to provide more diversity to customers. Also, theatres, productions, photographers and more users can use the tunable LED fixture with a wide range of already owned optics in addition to ARRI optics.
ARRI Orbiter Bag-o-Light, Glass Cover and Dome Mini
Orbiter Bag-o-Light: Soft light for close-ups
Designed to create soft, and almost shadow-free illumination, the Orbiter Bag-o- Light accessory looks like a huge tube and can be attached to Orbiter’s 15° Open Face optic. It is designed as a tool for close-up applications in motion picture and photography. When this accessory is inflated, it is 2 m long with a diameter of 22 cm and weighs less than 0.86 kg / 1.89 lbs. It transforms the light output from the standard 15° ARRI Open Face optic on the Orbiter into soft light.
Orbiter Glass Cover: Unrestricted light output when needed
The Orbiter Glass Cover is a small, compact, and lightweight optical accessory. With its ultra-translucent glass, the Glass Cover allows for full, unrestricted light output without impacting color temperature or quality. It is designed for near distance applications with limited available space where much light is needed. The QLM, already integrated in Orbiter, allows for the optic to be mounted. Additionally, the Glass Cover simultaneously protects the Orbiter’s light engine and can be used instead of the transport cap cover.
Orbiter Dome Mini: Compact power for intimate settings
The Orbiter Dome Mini provides omnidirectional light at a high intensity. Compared to the Dome optic, the Dome Mini is a compact version and therefore smaller and lighter. Its highly translucent material keeps the light output loss to a minimum compared to the a larger, cloth-based dome. The light it produces is for near distance applications with limited available space. The QLM in Orbiter allows quick attachment of the Dome Mini.
To learn more about the Orbiter Docking Ring, please visit www.arri.com/orbiter-dockingring.
To learn more about the full range of Orbiter accessories, please visit www.arri.com/orbiter/accessories.
