Orbital2 is the best product for efficiency improvement and it can assign software shortcut keys to Orbital2, and it can operate more intuitively with only 3 action of “tilt, rotate and press”. By using Orbital2, various parameter adjustment and tool change can be done quickly. Moreover, that may be able to suppress tenosynovitis which can occur with creators’ long-term work because of it is ergonomics design.
Is there a different color Orbital2?
Currently it will be black only.
It needs to know about the OS supported by Orbital2 application.
■ Supported operating systems(※1)
Windows：Windows10 64bit / Windows11 64bit
Mac：macOS 10.13 High Sierra / macOS 10.14 Mojave / macOS 10.15 Catalina/ macOS 11.1 or later Big Sur(※2) / macOS 12.0 Monterey(※2) / macOS 13.0 Ventura(※2)
※1：The recommended OS is supported and operation has been confirmed.
※2：In the case of macOS 11.1 or later Big Sur / macOS 12.0 Monterey / macOS 13.0 Ventura will be the recommended OS when the latest version of the Orbital2 application (version: Ver. 1.5.1 or higher) is launched via Rosetta 2.
,January 2023 current
Is it possible to use Orbital2 across multiple creative software?
It is possible to use it across multiple creative software by manually switching the profile.
Is it possible to use other than design software?
If the software can assign the shortcut key, it can also use other than the design software by setting shortcut key assignment from the detailed setting on Orbital2 application.
Is it possible to use it with Office software?
It can be used by setting effective shortcut key assignment in each Office software from the detailed setting on Orbital2 application.
Is it possible to use it in PC games?
It can be used in PC games that can be operated with keyboard. However, some PC games can not be used depending on the type.
Can it uses Orbital2 with a PC in an offline environment?
It is available.
Which creative software is supported.
Basically it can operate creative software assigned shortcut keys. For details of the recommended creative software, please visit the product page.
Is it possible to use it with 3DCAD software?
Currently 3D camera operations do not work with the Orbital2. We are now considering developing it to that function.
Is it possible to use it with 2DCAD software?
Yes. Any function that can be controlled with regular shortcut key as other creative software.
What languages is supported?
Currently, the application is only in Japanese, English and Chinese. But we are working on the Multilingual version at the moment.
Can the Orbital2 use when the USB port of PC takes security?
The Orbital2 cannot use on a PC that cannot intercommunication via the USB port due to security.
If I put a converter between the Orbital2 and a PC USB port, can I use the Orbital2?
If you put a converter between Orbital2 and PC’s USB port, it may not be usable depending on the power supply amount. If you cannot use it, we recommend connecting the Orbital2 directly to the USB port of PC.
What is the reason for the expensive of Orbital2?
This is because it is equipped with a high-grade rotary encoder made by CUI in Japan and a long-life tact switch made by Panasonic in Japan. With these sensors, the durability is 1 million times.
What video editing software is supported by Orbital2?
The following is a list of video editing software that has been tested. Adobe Premiere Pro、Adobe After Effects、Adobe Premiere Rush、Adobe Animate、DaVinci Resolve、Final Cut Pro、Filmore、Power Director etc. In addition to the video editing software mentioned above, you can basically operate any other creative software that has shortcut keys assigned to it.
What illustration software is supported by Orbital2?
The following is a list of illustration software that has been tested. Adobe Photoshop、Adobe Illustrator、Clip Studio、MediBang Paint、SAI2 etc. In addition to the illustration software mentioned above, you can basically operate any other creative software that has shortcut keys assigned to it.
What music editing software is supported by Orbital2?
The following is a list of music editing software that has been tested. Pro Tools, CUBASE, GarageBand etc. In addition to the music editing software mentioned above, you can basically operate any other creative software that has shortcut keys assigned to it.
What image editing software is supported by Orbital2?
The following is a list of image editing software that has been tested. Adobe Photoshop、Adobe Illustrator、Capture One etc. In addition to the image editing software mentioned above, you can basically operate any other creative software that has shortcut keys assigned to it.
Is there anything else Orbital2 can do besides registering shortcut keys?
You can register mouse clicks, automatically enter pre-defined text, or launch a specified application.
What is the size of Orbital2?
The size of Orbital2 is described below.
Total height: approx. 68 mm ・Bottom to flat ring height: approx. 33 mm ・Flat Ring diameter: approx. 60 mm ・Dial diameter: approx. 28 mm
For other detailed specifications, please click here.
If someone is not familiar with creative software, can Orbital2 be still used?
Even if you are not familiar with creative software, Orbital2 will become easier to use by using the recommended profiles. ※Recommended profile: A profile included in the Orbital2 application with preconfigured shortcut keys for creative software.
Can it be used with a computer equipped with a TYPE-C terminal?
It is available. Since the Orbital2 side is compatible with the Micro-B connector, please use the USB cable Type C to Micro B that is compatible with the TYPE-C connector on the PC side.
Can Orbital2 be used for office work?
It is available. some people use PowerPoint/Excel/Word and other office software, such as Pages/Numbers/Keynote.
As an example, we have the following types of people who use Orbital2.
Illustrator / Cartoonist / Graphic Designer / Product Designer (using CAD) / Photographer / Video Creator / 3DCG Creator (3D Sculpting and Modeling) / Animator / Sound Creator / Office Worker
