Improved Classic SkyPanel Output Matching for SkyPanel Pro. Bluetooth now defaults to OFF on SkyPanel Pro and SkyPanel X. Menu simplification: 'Light Smoothing' renamed to 'DMX Dimmer Smoothing' and relocated. Refinements and stability fixes across all three supported products.
steps
what you'll need: USB flash drive (USB-A, FAT/FAT32) or ARRI Lighting Service Manager (ALSM v5.6.1) via Ethernet
1Method A - USB: Format a USB1.0 or 2.0 drive as FAT or FAT32.
2Method A - USB: Copy the .upd firmware file to the root directory of the drive.
3Method A - USB: Set the fixture USB Mode to 'Normal' in the fixture menu.
4Method A - USB: Insert the USB drive; the fixture auto-detects the update file and displays a list.
5Method A - USB: Highlight the file and press the encoder knob to begin installation.
6Method A - USB: Do not remove the USB drive until the fixture confirms the copy is complete.
7Method B - ALSM: Install ARRI Lighting Service Manager v5.6.1 on Mac or PC.
8Method B - ALSM: Power on the fixture and connect via Ethernet cable.
9Method B - ALSM: ALSM auto-discovers the fixture; navigate to the 'Firmware Update' tab.
10Method B - ALSM: Select the fixture in the left column and click 'Update Firmware'.
11Method B - ALSM: Do not disconnect power or the Ethernet cable until the update completes.
GotchaOrbiter requires a Bluetooth 5.0USB dongle for LiCo app control; this is separate from firmware update.
GotchaSkyPanel X21/X22/X23 array setups should be updated fixture-by-fixture before grouping.
GotchaSkyPanel Pro requires LiOS 3.2 or higher; fixtures running older firmware must update before use with new ALEXA modes.
GotchaRelease notes PDF URL confirmed at arri.com: /resource/blob/360888/f4473c197f5a9a85c53989aba474d68f/arri-lios-3-2-1-release-notes-and-known-issues-data.pdf (169 KB, Jul. 1 2025 upload).