Modern Flames Orion V2 42" Traditional LCD Electric Fireplace

The Traditional Electric Fireplace Insert That Makes Guests Pull Up a Chair Every restaurant has tables. The ones with a real fire in front of them fill up first. The Modern Flames Orion V2 42" Traditional LCD Electric Fireplace produces flames guests stop and look at — not because it's decorative, but because it looks real. For any property that's spent money on the experience, the fireplace shouldn't be the thing that gives it away. Key Features of the Orion V2 42" Traditional Fireplace LCD Flame Display — multi-dimensional flames reaching 30 inches high, looking like a real fire, not a screensaver Adaptive Brightness — adjusts flame display to room lighting so it looks right at noon and at midnight Modern Flames + App — control everything from your phone and receive new flame styles over-the-air after purchase Built-In Bluetooth Speakers — stream music or pick from three crackling fire soundscapes for complete ambiance control Built-In or Insert Install — installs as a new built-in or slides into an existing wood-burning fireplace opening 8,300 BTU Heat Capacity — 240V capable on the 42" model for larger commercial and residential spaces Questions about fit, sizing, or installation? Call us at (888) 883-7568 or email contact@resortsdepot.com The Full Picture The Hearth & Grille had an electric fireplace when they opened. Nobody requested to sit near it. After they installed the Orion V2 Traditional, their host started getting requests for the fireplace section by name. That shift happened because of what next-generation LCD technology actually does to a flame display. The Heliovision® LCD engine produces multi-dimensional fire with richer contrast, deeper blacks, and a vertical viewing area that reaches 30 inches high — the same scale as a wood-burning hearth. The internally lit TruWood log set glows from within with multi-color LEDs, and the active ember bed adds movement and texture at the base. There's nothing static about it. The fire changes, flickers, and responds the way a real fire does. The V2 generation adds something no previous electric fireplace has offered: the unit gets better after you install it. The Modern Flames + app connects over WiFi and pushes new flame styles to the unit over the air automatically, meaning this fireplace's visual capabilities expand over time without a service call or a hardware replacement. Adaptive brightness technology reads the ambient light in the room and adjusts the display accordingly — bright during a lunch service, dramatic at dinner — without any manual input from staff. Add premium Bluetooth speakers built directly into the chassis, with three crackling fire soundscapes and full music streaming, and this fireplace handles ambiance the way a well-staffed room does: quietly, consistently, and without effort. The 42" model also offers what smaller sizes don't: 240V capability. Hardwired to a dedicated 240V circuit, it delivers 8,300 BTU — enough supplemental heat for a full commercial dining room or a large residential great room. At 120V on a standard circuit, it runs at 5,000 BTU. The flame display operates completely independently from the heater, so properties run the full visual ambiance year-round regardless of whether they need the heat. Who It's For The Orion V2 42" Traditional is the right call for commercial properties that need a fireplace to carry a room — upscale restaurants, hotel lobby seating areas, resort lounges, private event spaces, and high-end bars where ambiance is part of the value proposition. It also serves residential buyers who have an existing wood-burning or gas fireplace they want to convert: the unit slides into the opening, an electrical circuit runs to the back or side, and the transformation is done the same day. For new construction, it installs as a built-in clean face in a framed opening. The 42" width and 30-inch flame height give it enough visual scale to anchor a space rather than just occupy a corner of it. Specifications Orion V2 42" Traditional Fireplace Insert Specifications Specification Details Model Number OR42-TRAD-V2 Unit Width 41" Unit Height 27-13/16" Unit Depth 9-7/8" Viewing Area Width 38-1/8" Viewing Area Height 25-3/16" (up to 30" max flame height) Rough Opening — Width 38-3/4" Rough Opening — Height 26-3/4" Rough Opening — Minimum Depth 10" Flame Technology Next-Generation LCD — Heliovision® V2 Flame Styles 3 styles Flame Colors 6 per style (Yellow, Orange, Blue, Green, Purple, White) = 18 combinations Flame Speed Adjustable — Slow / Default / Fast Adaptive Brightness Yes — auto-calibrates to ambient room lighting Over-the-Air Updates Yes — new flame content delivered via Modern Flames + app Log Set Internally lit multi-color LED TruWood log set Ember Bed Multi-color active ember bed with crystal glass media Downlighting Multi-color LED — 10 colors + fade mode Audio Premium built-in Bluetooth speakers; 3 crackling fire soundscapes; 4 volume levels Heat Output — 120V 5,000 BTU (1,465W) Heat Output — 240V 8,300 BTU (2,500W) — OR42-TRAD-V2 is 240V capable Thermostat Range 68°F – 88°F (adjustable in 2°F increments via app or remote) Controls Modern Flames + app (WiFi), remote control, built-in touch panel Installation Types Built-in clean face or insert into existing fireplace opening Min. Clearance to Combustibles (top) 11.8" (300mm) from glass front Power Input AC 120V / 60Hz standard; 240V hardwire option available Safety Certifications UL STD 2021 · CSA STD E60335-2-30 · CSA C22.2 Why This Traditional Electric Fireplace Insert Performs LCD display with 30" flame height — produces Heliovision® flames with deeper contrast and richer color so guests read it as a real fire Adaptive brightness — calibrates the display to room lighting automatically so the fire always looks balanced without manual adjustment OTA flame updates — new flame styles push to the unit automatically so the fireplace's visual range expands after purchase 8,300 BTU at 240V — heats larger commercial dining rooms and residential great rooms with no gas line or venting required Internally lit TruWood log set — LEDs light the logs from within so the whole firebox has the depth and glow of a real hearth Built-in Bluetooth speakers — stream music or activate three crackling fire sounds so the ambiance is complete without a separate audio setup Insert installation — slides into any compatible masonry opening so properties convert from wood-burning to electric without demolition Downloads & Documents Specifications PDF Installation Manual Product Flyer Surround Trim Kit Options & Dimensions No Flames Solution Guide Orion Series Remote Controls Breakdown What's Included & Warranty Included with Your Orion V2 42" Traditional Fireplace Electric fireplace unit — OR42-TRAD-V2 chassis, built-in or insert ready Internally lit multi-color LED TruWood log set — plug-in connector mounts into the ember bed at installation Crystal glass ember media — reflective black crushed glass for ember bed placement Remote control — battery-powered (CR2032 included); pairs to unit on first use Modern Flames + app connectivity — WiFi-enabled with over-the-air update capability; available on iOS and Android Premium Bluetooth speakers — integrated into the unit, no additional hardware needed Installation hardware — mounting screws and screw covers included Optional Accessories (Sold Separately) TruWood Premium Timber Upgrade Kit (Large) — authentic real wood logs with natural bark and charring; ideal when the fireplace is the room's primary focal point Warranty & Certifications 5-Year Limited Warranty — with product registration; covers manufacturing defects and component failures under normal operating conditions 2-Year Limited Warranty — unregistered units 1-Year LCD Screen Warranty — covers the display panels in addition to the base unit warranty UL Listed — conforms to UL STD 2021 for electric heating appliances CSA Certified — meets CSA STD E60335-2-30 and CSA C22.2 standards Designed and engineered in Phoenix, Arizona — Modern Flames develops its virtual electric fireplace technology from its Phoenix, Arizona facility Frequently Asked Questions Can this replace my existing wood-burning fireplace? Yes. The Orion V2 42" Traditional is designed for insert installation — it slides directly into any existing fireplace opening that is at least 38-3/4" wide, 26-3/4" high, and 10" deep. No demolition required. Clear the existing firebox, run a dedicated electrical circuit to the back or side of the opening, and the unit slides in. The transformation is done in a single installation day. What electrical does the 42" model require? At 120V, the unit runs on a standard dedicated circuit and delivers 5,000 BTU. For 8,300 BTU, the OR42-TRAD-V2 can be hardwired to a dedicated 240V / 20-amp circuit by a licensed electrician. The 240V option connects via the junction box at the back of the unit — full wiring details are in the included installation manual. Does it need a gas line or venting? No. The Orion V2 Traditional is 100% electric — no gas line, no flue, no chimney, and no carbon monoxide risk. It operates off a dedicated electrical circuit and produces no emissions, making it code-compliant for spaces where a gas or wood fire would not be permitted. Can the fire run without the heat? Yes. The flame display, ember bed, downlighting, and sound all operate completely independently from the heater. You can run the full fire visual year-round without activating the heating element — ideal for restaurants and commercial properties that want the ambiance during warmer months without adding heat to the room. How does the over-the-air update system work? Download the Modern Flames app from the App Store or Google Play, connect the unit to your 2.4GHz WiFi network, and pair it through the app. Once connected, new flame styles push to the fireplace automatically — no service call, no USB drives, no manual steps. The app also controls every function on the unit, including flame style, color, speed, ember bed, heater, and weekly scheduling. What's the difference between the V2 and the original Orion Traditional? The V2 uses next-generation LCD screens that produce deeper blacks, richer contrast, and more dimensional flames than the V1's original Heliovision® displays. The V2 also adds adaptive brightness that auto-adjusts to room lighting, over-the-air updates via the Modern Flames + app, TruWood logs that are internally lit rather than passively decorative, and premium built-in Bluetooth speakers with three crackling fire soundscapes. The physical dimensions and framing requirements are identical between V1 and V2, so the V2 is a direct upgrade for any existing Orion Traditional installation. The Orion V2 42" Traditional is the most realistic traditional electric fireplace insert on the market — and it gets better over time. Expert guidance on sizing, installation, and delivery is available from our team. (888) 883-7568 contact@resortsdepot.com