Modern Flames Orion V2 30" Traditional LCD Electric Fireplace

The Traditional Electric Fireplace Insert With the Most Realistic Flames on the Market If your existing fireplace is dormant, sealed off, or just collecting dust, the OR30-TRAD-V2 slides into that same opening and transforms the room. No gas line, no venting, and no annual service calls — just a standard 120V outlet, a two-hour install, and flames convincing enough to make guests ask if they're real. Key Features LCD Heliovision® Flames — Deeper, more realistic fire than any previous Orion, visible from any angle Adaptive Brightness — Automatically adjusts the flame to match your room's lighting, day or night Modern Flames + App — Control flame, heat, color, and sound from your phone Over-the-Air Updates — New flame styles download automatically so the fireplace keeps improving Built-In Bluetooth Speakers — Stream your own music or pick from three crackling fire sounds Clean Face or Insert Install — Fits new builds flush or slides into existing fireplace openings Sizing your existing fireplace opening or speccing a new build? Call (888) 883-7568 or email contact@resortsdepot.com The Full Picture At The Hearth & Grille, the fireplace runs every service, seven nights a week — and nobody on staff has touched a gas valve since they installed it. One evening the GM switched the flames from orange to blue mid-reservation call, through the app. Guests at a nearby table noticed and asked the server what kind of fireplace it was. That question comes up there a lot. The Orion V2 Traditional is the latest version of Modern Flames' most recognized traditional fireplace. The V2 upgrade rewrites what the previous generation could do: next-generation LCD displays replace the older screen technology, producing flame imagery with richer color, sharper contrast, and deeper blacks. The adaptive brightness system reads the ambient light in the room and adjusts the display output automatically — which means the flame looks as convincing at noon as it does at midnight. The Modern Flames + app handles everything: flame style, color, speed, ember bed color, downlighting, heater settings, and a programmable weekly schedule. Over-the-air updates push new flame content to the fireplace after it's installed, so it's not a static product — it keeps receiving improvements. Custom-engineered Bluetooth speakers are built into the unit. Three crackling fire sound options are included, or connect your own playlist. Alexa and Google Home integration round out the smart-home connectivity. Who It's For The Orion V2 Traditional is built for spaces where the fireplace is the room's focal point, not just a heat source. Boutique hotels, upscale restaurants, private dining rooms, and spa lobbies use it to anchor the ambiance without the liability or maintenance of a real fire — and the commercial-grade build handles daily operation without complaint. For luxury homeowners, it converts a dormant wood-burning firebox into an interactive centerpiece with no renovation required beyond matching the rough opening dimensions. Interior designers and builders specify it for custom surrounds where the hearth needs to deliver visual depth and smart-home integration in the same package. The Technology Behind the Flame Every Orion V2 runs on a next-generation LCD display — not LED light effects, not a mirrored flame illusion. High-definition video-based flame footage plays behind a realistic internally lit log set and active ember bed, viewed through tempered glass. The result is what Modern Flames calls Heliovision® flame technology: multi-dimensional flame imagery that reads the same from any viewing angle, at any distance. The V2 generation adds adaptive brightness, which the original never had — the display automatically calibrates to room lighting conditions rather than running at a fixed output. Three flame styles (Hybrid, Wood, Gas) and six flame colors (Yellow, Orange, Blue, Green, Purple, White) combine into 18 distinct displays, each adjustable in speed. The ember bed and downlighting operate on their own independent color controls. Specifications Traditional Electric Fireplace Insert Specifications — OR30-TRAD-V2 Specification Details Model Number OR30-TRAD-V2 Product Width 30-1/2" (776mm) Product Height 19-5/8" (500mm) Product Depth 9-7/8" (250mm) Viewing Area Up to 30" high Flame Technology Next-generation LCD display with Heliovision® flame imagery Flame Styles 3 styles (Hybrid, Wood, Gas) — 6 colors each (18 total combinations) Flame Speed Adjustable (3 speeds) Log Set Internally lit multi-color LED TruWood driftwood log set Ember Bed Multi-color LED with crystal glass media included Downlighting Multi-color LED downlighting (independent color control) Heat Output 5,000 BTU (120V only — supplemental heat) Electrical AC 120V / 60Hz / 1,465W Controls Modern Flames + App, premium remote control, built-in touch panel Connectivity WiFi (2.4GHz), Bluetooth, Alexa & Google Home compatible Audio Custom-engineered built-in speakers; Bluetooth streaming; 3 crackling sound options Updates Over-the-air flame style updates via Modern Flames + App Adaptive Brightness Automatic display adjustment based on ambient room lighting Installation Type Built-in clean face or insert into existing fireplace opening Rough Opening (Framing) 28-1/4" W × 18-3/4" H × 10" min depth (718mm × 477mm × 254mm min) Top Clearance 11.8" (300mm) minimum to mantel, TV, or ceiling Gas / Venting Required No — 100% electric Certifications ETL Listed; UL STD 2021; CSA STD E60335-2-30; CSA C22.2 Warranty 5-year limited (registered); 2-year (unregistered); 1-year on LCD screens Designed & Engineered Phoenix, Arizona, USA Orion V2 Traditional Electric Fireplace Power Benefits Adaptive Brightness — reads ambient light levels and adjusts the flame display automatically, so it looks natural at noon or midnight Over-the-Air Flame Updates — delivers new flame styles through the Modern Flames + app after installation, so the fireplace keeps improving Premium Bluetooth Speakers — stream your own music or choose from three built-in crackling sounds, no extra devices needed Internally Lit TruWood Logs — crafted from real split wood and lit from within, creating layered depth that reads as genuine fire 5,000 BTU Heater — warms up to 400 square feet of supplemental space without touching a thermostat or adding a gas line 18 Flame Display Options — three styles and six colors combine across adjustable speeds, giving full control of the room's mood Smart Home Integration — works with Alexa and Google Home for hands-free voice control, fitting natively into existing smart home setups Built-In or Insert Installation — slides into existing fireplace openings or frames clean with no gas line or venting required 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 30" Traditional Electric fireplace unit — OR30-TRAD-V2 Internally lit multi-color LED log set — TruWood driftwood logs, plug-in connector Crystal glass ember media — spread around logs for full ember bed effect Remote control — CR2032 battery included Modern Flames + App integration — WiFi (2.4GHz), iOS and Android compatible Premium Bluetooth speakers — custom-engineered, built into the unit Installation hardware — mounting screws and screw covers included Optional Accessories (Sold Separately) Surround Trim Kit — SM 5" (OTK-OR30-SM) — covers the gap between the unit and existing masonry when used as an insert; covers openings up to 38"W × 27"H Surround Trim Kit — LG 8" (OTK-OR30-LG) — wider coverage for larger existing fireplace surrounds; covers openings up to 43-15/16"W × 33"H TruWood Premium Timber Upgrade Kit — authentic heat-treated hardwood logs with natural bark and charring; replace the standard included log set for even greater realism Warranty & Certifications 5-Year Limited Warranty — coverage on registered units; register at modernflames.com after installation 2-Year Limited Warranty — coverage on unregistered units 1-Year Warranty on LCD Screens — applies to the display panel specifically ETL Listed — independently tested and certified UL STD 2021 — conforms to Underwriters Laboratories standard for electric fireplaces CSA STD E60335-2-30 and CSA C22.2 — Canadian safety standard compliance Designed & Engineered in Phoenix, Arizona — Modern Flames is an RPG Brands company Frequently Asked Questions Can this replace my existing wood-burning fireplace? Yes — as long as your existing opening meets the minimum insert dimensions of 28-1/4" wide, 18-3/4" tall, and 10" deep. The Orion V2 Traditional is designed specifically as a fireplace insert, and the optional surround trim kit covers any gap between the unit and your existing masonry for a finished look. Does it require a gas line or venting? No. The OR30-TRAD-V2 is 100% electric — no gas line, no venting, no chimney required. It runs on a standard 120V household outlet. The only requirement is a dedicated circuit; the unit draws 1,465W at full heater operation. What's different between the V2 and the original Orion Traditional? The V2 is a complete internal upgrade on the same physical chassis — identical dimensions and framing requirements, so it's a direct drop-in replacement. The V2 adds next-generation LCD displays with deeper blacks and richer color, adaptive brightness that adjusts to room lighting automatically, over-the-air flame updates via the new Modern Flames + app, an upgraded internally lit TruWood log set, and premium custom-engineered Bluetooth speakers. The V1 had none of these. Can it run without the heater — flames only? Yes. The flame display, ember bed, downlighting, and audio all operate independently from the heater. You can run the full visual and sound experience with zero heat output — which makes it practical for year-round use including warmer months. Does it work with Alexa or Google Home? Yes. The OR30-TRAD-V2 connects to your 2.4GHz WiFi network through the Modern Flames + app and supports both Amazon Alexa and Google Home voice control. Smart home scheduling is also available through the app's weekly program feature. The most realistic traditional electric fireplace insert Modern Flames has ever built, available direct through an authorized dealer. Expert guidance on sizing, surround options, and delivery available from our product team. (888) 883-7568 contact@resortsdepot.com