Frequently asked questions about SkyPanel S60 Pro
We have compiled an overview of frequently asked questions about the SkyPanel S60 Pro, which you can easily filter by the topics features, control options, accessories and applications.
No, this is not possible. But, you can control your SkyPanel S60 Pro remotely via built-in CRMX and Bluetooth, such as with the ARRI LiCo app.
No, this is not possible. But, you can control your SkyPanel S60 Pro remotely via built-in CRMX and Bluetooth, such as with the ARRI LiCo app.
Yes, the S60 Pro fits in the same cases as the S60-C.
The control panel of the SkyPanel S60 Pro has the same user interface as the control panel of the SkyPanel S60-C. The control panel is permanently installed on the bottom of the lamphead for easier access while on a stand.
Yes, the S60 Pro has built-in CRMX by LumenRadio, and Bluetooth. In addition, the SkyPanel Web Portal enables easy Ethernet or WiFi adjustments.
SkyPanel S60 Pro offers new ways to control the fixture. Interfaces include AC In/thru, 48V battery input, DMX/RDM In/Out, 2 ethernet ports, USB-C, as well as integrated wireless Lumenradio-CRMX and Bluetooth app control , enabling remote control via console, web portal, smartphone, and tablet.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro is the upgraded version of the S60-C. We offer better servicability with the integration of the remote service tool "CloudIO" from Claypaky and enable more efficient workflows thanks to our digital twin, the integration of the power supply unit, as well more software features (e.g. ARRI ALEXA Modes) and wireless/bluetooth control options based on LiOS.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro has four individually controllable pixel zones, making it great for Image-Based Lighting.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro (internal PSU) with its manual yoke weighs 15 kg. Compared to the S60-C with external PSU (16.6 kg), it is lighter and offers better portability.
On average, the S60 Pro is about 20% brighter than the Classic S60-C. For situations where you need to mix the two in a single setup, the S60 Pro will have a setting to match the output of the Classic S60-C.
With the S60 Pro, all known S60-C accessories that attach to the diffusion slot on the front of the fixture and the rail on the back of the fixture can be used. This includes diffusions and intensifier, honeycombs, eggcrates, barndoor, and all yokes including center mount and fixed center mount yoke.
The S60 Pro has an IP rating protection of IP20, just like the SkyPanel Classic. For extreme weather conditions, the SkyPanel X is IP66, and is a great soft light and hard light.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro is a RBGW LED Soft Panel Light - just like the S60-C.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro delivers not only high CRI (Color Rendering Index) for accurate color representation but also a superior soft wrapping effect, ensuring smooth and natural lighting. Additionally, the SkyPanel S60 Pro is equipped with DMX in and out, and two Ethernet ports, allowing for seamless control and data flow. Even if the S60 Pro looses power, its hardwired Ethernet ports will continue to pass data, ensuring uninterrupted operation. The sleek black fixtures also add a professional and unobtrusive aesthetic to any setup, making it perfect for high-profile live productions.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro is the perfect soft LED panel light for the motion picture industry because it excels in both small, agile setups and large, complex productions. Its onboard control and internal PSU make it ideal for quick and simple setups, allowing you to mount the light, plug it in, and start creating immediately. The new control panel location at the bottom of the fixture reduces setup time and frustration, especially when the light is on a stand.
For larger productions, the S60 Pro offers intuitive DMX and ArtNet/sACN control, making it easy to manage multiple fixtures, whether you're lighting a backdrop, hanging them as space lights, or using them throughout a soundstage. The S60 Pro integrates seamlessly with your existing setup, especially if you’ve been using the S60-C model. You can continue to use your accessories and custom setups, benefiting from the S60 Pro’s quality-of-life improvements like the internal PSU and CRMX without overhauling your entire workflow.
The S60 Pro is also perfect for scenarios like shooting commercials or interviews, where a small crew needs reliable and easy-to-control lighting. Its built-in PSU and CRMX/Bluetooth control allow you to adjust settings effortlessly from a tablet. The S60 Pro delivers beautiful, soft light that can be enhanced further with softboxes or diffusion frames, providing the punch needed to maintain smooth, even illumination across any diffusion medium.
Each SkyPanel S60 Pro set includes the fixture with standard diffusion, a yoke and a powerCON TRUE1 TOP cable for the corresponding region. You can pre-order the SkyPanel S60 Pro starting September 12th, 2024, through our website or by reaching out to your regional sales contacts directly.
You can pre-order the SkyPanel S60 Pro starting September 12th, 2024, through our website or by reaching out to your regional sales contacts directly.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro always comes with standard diffusion panel and a yoke with 28 mm Junior pin.
Use the ARRI LiCo app or any third-party console lighting apps that use Bluetooth or CRMX.
The SkyPanel S60 Pro has the following interfaces: AC In and Through, 5-Pin DMX In and Out, 2 x Ethernet, 3-Pin DC Input and USB-C. Notably, the hardwired Ethernet will continue to pass data even if the fixture loses power.
We currently offer one size within the SkyPanel Pro line. The S60 Pro is a 2:1 light featuring a 645 x 300 mm aperture, perfect for your lighting needs.
The software for the SkyPanel S60 Pro is based on ARRI's latest software platform LiOS with the well-known user interface of the SkyPanel Classic. The new software version LiOS3.2 will soon be available for download.
