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ARRI - Orbiter - Firmware Update Instructions - EN - May2021

This document provides instructions for updating the firmware of the Orbiter fixture using a USB stick, SD card, ALSM application, or the Orbiter web page. The steps for each method involve placing the update file in the proper location, connecting the Orbiter, initiating the update process, and not disconnecting power until the update is complete. Service contact information is also provided in case of issues.

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ARRI - Orbiter - Firmware Update Instructions - EN - May2021

This document provides instructions for updating the firmware of the Orbiter fixture using a USB stick, SD card, ALSM application, or the Orbiter web page. The steps for each method involve placing the update file in the proper location, connecting the Orbiter, initiating the update process, and not disconnecting power until the update is complete. Service contact information is also provided in case of issues.

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F I R M W A R E U P D A T E I N S T R U C T I O N S

05/2021
Updating Orbiter Firmware
To update the firmware of the Orbiter choose one of the following methods.

Using a USB Stick or SD Card

1. Only use a USB stick that is USB version 1.0 or 2.0.


2. All memory devices must be formatted to FAT or FAT32 and should not exceed a
storage capacity of 4GB.
3. The update file (.swu) must be in the root directory of the drive.
4. Insert the medium into the Orbiter.
5. Open MENU → Flash Drive Functions → Update Firmware.
The fixture will automatically look for the update files. When found, a list of update files
will appear in the display.
6. Highlight the update file and push the encoder knob. The update will begin.
7. Do not remove the USB stick until the file is completely copied.
8. Do not disconnect the fixture from the power source until the entire update is complete.
9. The update procedure will take a few minutes and is executed in multiple steps with
potential black screen periods on the Orbiter control panel. When completed, a success
message is prompted.

Using ALSM (ARRI Lighting Service Manager)

1. Install the latest version of the ALSM application onto your Mac or PC.
Download at: www.arri.com/ligthing/alsm
2. Open the application and connect the Orbiter to the computer via Ethernet cable or
alternatively a USB-C data cable.
3. The ALSM will automatically find your fixture once powered on and connected.
4. Select the “Firmware Update” tab and then select the fixture you wish to update in the
column on the left side of the screen.
5. Click “Update Firmware”.
6. Do not disconnect the fixture from the power source or from the computer until the
update is complete.
7. The update procedure will take a few minutes and is executed in multiple steps with
potential black screen periods on the Orbiter control panel. When completed, a success
message is prompted.

Note: USB-C cables need to allow USB3.1 data transmission. Some USB-C charging cables
do not allow data transmission.

1
Using the Orbiter Web Page

1. Connect the Orbiter to your LAN via an Ethernet cable.


2. Use your favorite Internet browser to open the Orbiter web page via its IP address,
e.g. http://192.168.0.36
Note: If you do not know the IP address of your Orbiter, use the Control Panel
and open MENU → Network Settings
3. By clicking enter the „Fixture Settings“ menu that can be found on the top of the web
page. The „Firmware Update“ section is located at the top of the page.
4. Choose the update file (.swu) via the „Browse“ button.
5. Click „Update“
6. Do not disconnect the fixture from the power source or from the computer until the
update is complete.
7. The update procedure will take a few minutes and is executed in multiple steps with
potential black screen periods on the Orbiter control panel. When completed, a success
message is prompted.

Service
If you have problems with your fixture or the update, please contact an ARRI service center.

Europe: service-lighting@arri.de
Americas: service-lighting@arri.com
Asia: service @arriasia.hk
China: service@arri.cn
Australia: service-lighting@arri.com.au

Helpful Website

www.arri.com/lios

ARRI, the ARRI Logo, ARRIMAX, ARRISUN, EB, , L-Series, MAX Technology, M-Series, Orbiter, POCKETPAR, Quick 2
Lighting Mount, True Blue, SkyPanel, SKYPANEL, T 12 and T 24 are registered Trademarks of Arnold & Richter Cine Technik
GmbH & Co. Betriebs KG

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