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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Orbit PTZ TX A: RP-SMA antennas H: RS-232 (Mini-DIN) port B: 12G-SDI input I: RS-422 (RJ-45) port C: 12G-SDI output J: DC Power input D: HDMI input K: DC Power output E: On/Off switch L: Tally indicator F: OLED display...
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A: RP-SMA connectors Orbit RX B: OLED display C: Menu joystick D: Network status LED E: Video status LED F: On/Off switch G: Tally port H: IFB port (not used) I: CCU port J: 6-28V DC port K: HDMI output L: 12G-SDI output M: USB port...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Power and Connect ......3 Pairing ..........4 Mounting ..........5 Receiver Menu ........6 Transmitter Menu ....... 8 Orbit Manager ........9...
POWER AND CONNECT Using the location markers as a guide, mount your PTZ camera on top of the Orbit PTZ transmitter. Insert the included ¼”-20 screw from the bottom of the transmitter and into the camera’s threaded hole. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
PAIRING Orbit PTZ sets (TX and RX), are paired by default, requiring no additional configuration. Orbit devices purchased separately need to be paired using the device's front panel (OLED) menu, Orbit Manager, or the Orbit App. NOTE: Before starting any pairing process, ensure that both the transmitter and receiver have the same firmware version and have Bluetooth enabled.
MOUNTING Orbit PTZ transmitters have a 1/4”-20 threaded hole on the bottom for mounting to any wall, ceiling, or other mounting accessory. Orbit receivers equipped with a dual mount battery plate can be attached to either a monitor or Array Antenna.
RECEIVER MENU Receiver Status Screens - Cycle through status screens or return from the menu by pressing the Menu joystick (RX: C). • Main Status Screen - This screen displays the status of the wireless receiver, along with the current video resolution, frequency, and link quality (if connected).
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• HDMI Settings - Select the specific HDMI colorspace and bit depth. • 3D LUT Settings - Select and apply a specific look. • Test Pattern - Select a video format to output a test pattern. Remove the test pattern by pressing left on the Menu joystick.
TRANSMITTER MENU Transmitter Status Screens - Cycle through status screens or return from the menu by pressing the Menu joystick (PTZ: G). • Main Status Screen - This screen displays the status of the wireless receiver, along with the current video resolution, frequency, link quality (if connected).
• Firmware versions - Displays the current firmware versions for all device components. ORBIT MANAGER Orbit Manager allows you to configure, pair, and upgrade your Orbit device. Orbit Manager is available as software for Mac and Windows at www.teradek.com/pages/downloads. NOTE: Available configuration settings will differ between Orbit models. Menu Options ●...
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Teradek regularly releases new firmware versions to improve performance, add new features, or to fix vulnerabilities. Visit teradek.com to update your device with the latest firmware. NEED MORE HELP? SUPPORT: http://support.teradek.com → Contains tips, information and all the latest firmware & software updates.
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