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ARRI SkyPanel S30-RP Tungsten LED Remote Phosphor Softlight (Blue/Silver, Edison)

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ARRI SkyPanel S30-RP Tungsten LED Remote Phosphor Softlight (Blue/Silver, Edison)
Key Features
  • Manual Yoke
  • Panel Surface Area: 14 x 11.8"
  • 110° Beam Spread
  • 3,200K Remote Phosphor Panel
ARRI continues to broaden their LED line and reaffirm their commitment to accurate color rendering with the introduction of the blue/silver SkyPanel S30-RP Tungsten LED Remote Phosphor Softlight. Supported by a manual aluminum yoke, the panel's surface area measures 14 x 11.8", making it an ideal portable, on-the-go light source for mobile applications. Output is controlled via interchangeable phosphor panels to achieve a specific Kelvin temperature instead of adding phosphors to blue LEDs. The powerful native LEDs then excite the phosphor panel that's mounted like a filter in front of the fixture. This method not only uses less electronics resulting in a lower price point, but delivers a color rendition that approaches current definitions of "perfection" and is 10% brighter than its color tuneable S30-C counterpart, which has an output equivalent to a 1,000W tungsten softlight. Both versions of the light draw only 240W.
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ARRI S30-RP Tungsten Overview

ARRI continues to broaden their LED line and reaffirm their commitment to accurate color rendering with the introduction of the blue/silver SkyPanel S30-RP Tungsten LED Remote Phosphor Softlight. Supported by a manual aluminum yoke, the panel's surface area measures 14 x 11.8", making it an ideal portable, on-the-go light source for mobile applications. Output is controlled via interchangeable phosphor panels to achieve a specific Kelvin temperature instead of adding phosphors to blue LEDs. The powerful native LEDs then excite the phosphor panel that's mounted like a filter in front of the fixture. This method not only uses less electronics resulting in a lower price point, but delivers a color rendition that approaches current definitions of "perfection" and is 10% brighter than its color tuneable S30-C counterpart, which has an output equivalent to a 1,000W tungsten softlight. Both versions of the light draw only 240W.

This rendition of the light ships with a 3,200K panel with an impressively high CRI of 98, but optional 2,700K, 4,300K, 5,600K and 6,500K phosphor panels with CRIs of 93, 97, 98 and 98 respectively are available, as well as a Chroma Green panel. Dimming from 0-100% can be adjusted locally with the SkyPanel's onboard controller or remotely via DMX or over a LAN. Besides inputs and outputs appropriate to these functions, The light has a USB-A port for downloading firmware upgrades from a thumb drive, PC or Mac.

The SkyPanel S30-RP can be used worldwide, thanks to its included 90-250 VAC power supply but it can also use optional 23-36 VDC batteries when mains power is unavailable. Besides the power supply, the light comes with a combo baby/junior (5/8" | 1-1/8") pin and a standard diffuser. This version of the light comes with a 9.8'-long Edison DC power cable.

Remote Phosphor Panels for Precise Color Rendering and High CRIs
These high-quality phosphors deliver outstanding color rendition and outstanding light output. The remote phosphor versions of the SkyPanel are roughly 10% brighter than the color tuneable versions and have a lower price point due to less complex electronics. Different color temperature panels are available, including 2,700K, 3,200K, 4,300K, 5,600K, 6,500K, and Chroma Green.
True Soft Light Beam Quality
Soft lights are known for their smooth quality of light and even, uniform beam field. SkyPanel's combination of a precise selection of diffusion panels, LED mixing chamber and large surface area allow for the light output to wrap around objects, eliminating sharp shadows and making for an ideal beauty light. The beam field is homogeneous in both color and intensity.
Natural Shadow Rendition
The SkyPanel produces not just impressive light quality, but excellent shadow rendering as well. The soft shadows cut cleanly without exhibiting multiple edges or color fringing.
Versatility Built In
  • While the SkyPanel was designed to be used primarily as a soft light to illuminate people, various built-in features make it extremely adaptable to other uses.
  • With the onboard battery input, SkyPanel can be run off industry-standard batteries. The S30 can be operated at full power on battery power.
  • The SkyPanel also makes an effective space light outputting a large downward-directed pool of color controllable soft light through an optional silk cylinder.
Built to Last
Made in Germany to the high standards for which all ARRI products are known, SkyPanel is constructed from resilient materials and assembled by hand with great care. The combination of an aluminum core with fiberglass-reinforced thermoplastics results in a solid fixture that can withstand heavy daily use on busy film sets. The easily-services electronics have been designed to last beyond a minimum of 25,000, up to a maximum of 50,000 hours while the LED light engine even allows for re-calibration.
Highly Controllable
The SkyPanel user interface is designed for ease of use with a wide range of controls available to the user. In addition to the on-board controls, all functions can be remotely adjusted via DMX or LAN connections.

ARRI S30-RP Tungsten Specs

Key Specs
Item Type
1x LED Light Panel
Photometrics
3200K:
413 fc / 4446 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m*
45 fc / 494 Lux at 9.8' / 3 m
16 fc / 178 Lux at 16.4' / 5 m

*Standardized Measurement Calculated Internally Based on Closest Distance
Color Temperature
3200K +/- 200K (with 200K Shift over Lifetime)
Color Accuracy Standard
CRI 98
Dimming
Built-In Dimmer (Continuous)
 • 0 to 100%
Front Accessory Mount
Proprietary
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Battery (Not Included)
Battery Plate Type
2x V-Mount (Not Included)
2x Gold Mount (Not Included)
Battery
2x Rechargeable, 23 to 36 VDC (Not Included)
Input Power
48 VDC
23 to 36 VDC
110 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
200 W
Fixture Mounting
1x 1-1/8" Stud with 5/8" Receiver (Via Yoke Mount)
Light Fixture
Item Type
1x LED Light Panel
Included Filters
Phosphor Panel
Photometrics
3200K:
413 fc / 4446 Lux at 3.3' / 1 m*
45 fc / 494 Lux at 9.8' / 3 m
16 fc / 178 Lux at 16.4' / 5 m

*Standardized Measurement Calculated Internally Based on Closest Distance
Color Temperature
3200K +/- 200K (with 200K Shift over Lifetime)
Color Accuracy Standard
CRI 98
Dimming
Built-In Dimmer (Continuous)
 • 0 to 100%
Cooling System
No
Expected Lamp Life
50,000 Hours (L70)
Beam Angle
110°
Built-In Flash
No
Umbrella Mount
No
Front Accessory Mount
Proprietary
Connectivity
Mobile App Compatible
No
Power & I/O
Power Source
AC Power (Cable Included)
Battery (Not Included)
Inputs/Outputs
Light Fixture
1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Input
1x XLR 5-Pin DMX Output
1x etherCON/RJ45 DMX Input
1x USB-A Remote/Service Input
1x XLR 3-Pin Power Input (48 VDC)
1x XLR 4-Pin Battery Input (23 to 36 VDC)
Power Supply/Controller
1x powerCON TRUE1 Power Input
1x powerCON TRUE1 Power Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Power Output (48 VDC)
Battery Plate Type
2x V-Mount (Not Included)
2x Gold Mount (Not Included)
Battery
2x Rechargeable, 23 to 36 VDC (Not Included)
Input Power
48 VDC
23 to 36 VDC
110 to 250 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Included Adapter / Cable
1x USA Type-A/B to powerCON TRUE1 Cable
Inline Switch
No
Power Pass-Thru
Yes
Power Consumption
200 W
Mounting
Yoke Type
Manually-Operated Yoke (180° Tilt)
Fixture Mounting
1x 1-1/8" Stud with 5/8" Receiver (Via Yoke Mount)
Environmental
Environmental Resistance
Dust-Resistant (IP20)
Operating Temperature
-4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
General
Display
Yes
Certifications
CE, CB, ENEC, cNRTLus, FCC, PSE
Dimensions
15 x 4.6 x 3.5" / 38.3 x 11.6 x 9 cm (Power Supply/Controller)
15.6 x 13.5 x 5.2" / 39.7 x 34.2 x 13.3 cm
22 x 20 x 5.2" / 55.9 x 50.7 x 13.3 cm (Fixture with Yoke)
14 x 11.8" / 35.5 x 30 cm (Fixture Panel)
Weight
17.2 lb / 7.8 kg (Fixture)
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg (Power Supply/Controller)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
32.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
26 x 18 x 12"

ARRI S30-RP Tungsten Reviews

It will improve your lighting skills

By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-10-15

The expensive SkyPanel S30-C is the best investment in the lighting kit you could choose!

Changing the way we work

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-11-09

These lights are powerful. Not just in brightness but in features. Being able to plug into an outlet without much concern for power, adjust to precisely any color (hue/sat) or color temp, load in animations for effects and style, our list keeps growing. We bought these as an alternative to Diva for a soft, quick to setup and adjust run and gun light and they have proven to be that and more. Since owning them they have little downtime from being on set. Sure they are a hefty investment but it all the other hassles they are saving us from it is turning out to be well worth it. We purchased 2 S30s just because we travel a lot and size was a factor. The only things worth mentioning are that They are pretty heavy and have to use an external ballast for power (unless running batteries) and the mounting bracket doesn't quickly come off which add a considerable amount to the overall size. We will probably need to remove the bracket once we need to pack them in a condensed situation but even still this is nothing to dwindle the 5 star rating.

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