COMPACT 4K ADAPTER SYSTEM
ORION
This powerful system transforms any camera into a compact broadcast platform. Orion is built standard with zero-latency dual-12G signals and a re-clocked 12G-capable Return Output. Connect different video signals on completely independent channels, and built-in 2W/4W comms function with no digital delay or complicated setup, plus 3 Serial ports, LANC, ETH & Tally.
Dual 12G-SDI inputs, 12G Return, lightweight camera adapter system with complete camera control connectivity
Designed to be accessible to nearly every level of production while offering a complete solution for many of the largest budgets, ORION can transform any camera into a compact broadcast platform. Designed to be bulletproof and incredibly simple to deploy built standard with zero-latency dual-12G signals and a re-clocked 12G-capable Return Output. Connect different video signals on completely independent channels, and built-in 2W/4W comms function with no digital delay, cross-talk, signal degradation or complicated setup, plus 3 Serial ports, LANC, ETH & Tally.
Full 12G-Capable: 2 Inputs / 1 Return
Parallel Multi-Format Transmission: 12G/6G/3G/1.5G/SD/Analog + GENLOCK (2L, 3L), Comms, TC, LANC, TALLY, Serial, etc.
Comprehensive Full-Size Comms
Native Clear-Com 2W (XLR3P), 4-Wire (XLR4P) & XLR4P Operator H.S.
Camera Control w/ Native Connectors
Supports Control of all Camera Systems with native 8P Sony RCP, 12P Serial, LANC (2.5φ), 1GbE RJ45 + Dedicated LENS Iris.
Rugged Magnesium Chassis
Lightweight material keeps camera setups nimble while maintaining durability.
No Latency, Zero Processing
All channels are independent, so analog signals like Genlock coexist alongside multiple different video formats.
Re-Clocked Outputs
Re-Clocked RETURN & Through-Out allow longer BNC cable runs from camera stations.
A 4K Camera Adapter w/ Native Support for All Cameras
NIPROS Orion system has control capability for every possible camera system. New Camera systems are cross-purpose capture platforms, each with changing interfaces and protocols for camera and lens control. Orion focuses on providing crews with native connectors and signals for maximum speed and convenience in the heat of production. Use familiar off-the-shelf cables instead of searching for proprietary breakout squid cables. Orion offers a dedicated 8pin SONY RCP connector, a 12P Serial Connector, 1GbE RJ45 and an independent LENS channel which can be connected to CCU/RCP Lens Port or used independently with CMotion Knob Solo Broadcast setup.
Optically Isolated Zero-delay Audio Communications
Every intercom audio channel is sent discretely on its own optical wavelength without any digitization or compression enabling clear instantaneous communication, with mission critical reliability.
Rugged full-size connectors, along with Clear-Com embedded beltpack power allow for incredibly simple and intuitive camera station comms.
2RU Half-Rack Base Station
ORION BASE STATION
Orion's lightweight compact basestation equipped with every camera control interface for modern workflows, and all the connectors are dedicated native ports: 8p Sony RCP, 12p Serial with an additional dededicated 12P Iris channel, a LANC port and an independent 1GbE LAN port. 12G-SDI Return Channel, and Camera input channels 1&2 each have dual mirrored 12G-SDI outputs. The SDI outputs are re-clocked and provide a zero-latency output with a ideal waveform matching exactly the input. Timecode + loop-through, Reference input, and 2W Intercom inputs w/ Clear-Com / RTS support each have dedicated BNC Inputs, with a D-SUB 25pin connector for wet and dry Tally inputs and 4W Intercom. Despite the small form factor, the Orion Base Station includes dual power inputs, with an AC IEC connector input and a 4pin XLR DC input for varying workflows as well as redundant power.
The front side of the station has quick-read status display, as well as physical intercom control dials which allow technicians to keep their eyes on the prize while using muscle memory to adjust their audio mix and levels. Finally, a full-size XLR-4Pin supports the connection of a headset using the native connector directly into the front of the station for easy comms to each camera channel.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Camera Adapter | Base Station |
|---|---|---|
| Input / Output | ||
| Input/Output | SDI IN 1: BNC x1+THRU, SDI IN 2: BNC x1 | SDI IN 1 : BNC x2 |
| SDI Input/Output Formats | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI | 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI |
| SDI Output | SDI 1 THROUGH OUT : BNC x1 | SDI OUT 1 & 2: BNC x2 |
| SDI Return Input/Output (BS to CA) | SDI IN 1 Input Through Output, RET OUT : BNC x1 | RET IN: BNC x1, 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI |
| Reference (BS to CA) | REF OUT : AUX x1 | REF IN: BNC x1 |
| Time Code (BS to CA) | TC OUT : AUX | TC OUT THROUGH OUT : BNC x1 |
| VF OUT | HRS12P x1 For NIPROS VF (EVF-07N, HDF-EL700) | — |
| Intercom | ||
| Connector | XLR4P or XLR5P (Select) x1 | BNCx1 (FD-400A) / Dsub25P x1 (4W) |
| Headset | BNC x1 (Voltage type) / XLR4P or XLR5P (Select) x1 | XLR4P or XLR5P (Select) x1 |
| Tally | ||
| Signal Output | BNC x1 (Voltage type) | — |
| Tally Input | — | BNC x1 (Voltage/Red-Green Contact) |
| Indicator | (Side) RED x1, H/L/OFF Switch | (Front) RED / GREEN Indicator |
| Remote | ||
| Sony RCP | 8P Hirose (232/422) | 8P Hirose (232/422) |
| REMOTE ("AUX") | 12P Hirose (232/422) | 12P Hirose (232/422) |
| LENS | 12P Hirose (232/422) | 12P Hirose (232/422) |
| LANC | 2.5φ | 2.5φ |
| LAN | ||
| LAN | 1Gb/s RJ45 | 1Gb/s RJ45 |
| AC / DC Power | ||
| AC Input | — | AC 85 - 240 V |
| DC Input | DC IN: x1 V-mount | DC 12-15 V (XLR 4P x1) |
| DC Output | D-TAP x2 (15V OUT, Max 3.5A), V. BATT: V-Mount | To CA via OPT cable / HRS 4P x1 |
| Fiber | ||
| Socket / Dist. | LEMO or Tajimi / approx. 600m | LEMO or Tajimi / approx. 600m |
| General | ||
| Weight | approx. 1.75 kg | approx. ## kg |
| Dimensions | 116 x 133 x 192 mm | ### x ### x ### mm |