Digital Sputnik Voyager: Latvian LED panel delivering 28,000 lumens at 1,200W, CRI 95+, with Wi-Fi control and active water cooling.
Technical Details
The Voyager achieves a maximum light output of 28,000 lumens with a power consumption of 1,200 watts. The anodized aluminum housing weighs 14.2 kg and features active water cooling with two 120mm fans. Color rendering is at CRI 95+ and TLCI 97+. Control is via DMX512, Art-Net, sACN, or the proprietary Digital Sputnik App via Wi-Fi. The system supports 16-bit dimming and achieves dimming levels of 0.1% without flicker. The operating voltage is 90-264V AC or 48V DC via V-Mount batteries.
History & Development
Digital Sputnik developed the Voyager in 2019 as the flagship model of the Latvian LED manufacturer. The company, founded in 2014 by former employees of Osram subsidiary Clay Paky, established itself with the DS series of professional LED panels. The Voyager marked the leap into the high-end segment in 2020 with its market launch at NAB. Firmware updates continuously expanded its functionality, including the integration of pixel mapping for complex lighting effects in 2021.
Practical Application in Film
The Voyager replaces classic 2.5kW HMI fixtures with significantly lower power consumption and immediate availability without warm-up time. In the Netflix production "The Crown" (Season 5), Voyager units served as key lights for interior shots in Buckingham Palace. The stepless color temperature adjustment eliminates conversion filter losses, while Wi-Fi control enables remote operation even in inaccessible positions. The low power consumption allows battery operation for up to 45 minutes at full power.
Comparison & Alternatives
Direct competitors include the Arri Orbiter and the Aputure Nova P300c, with the Voyager scoring points for higher light output in a more compact format. Compared to the Arri SkyPanel S60-C, it offers 40% more lumens at the same power consumption. For smaller productions, Aputure Light Storm models represent cost-effective alternatives but do not achieve the color accuracy of the Voyager. For outdoor shots with daylight, the Arri M90 remains unrivaled due to its 90,000 lumens.