Aputure Accent B7c - Smart Bulb Manual

Instructions

The temperature of the exterior shell of the fixture can rise quite quickly when powered on for an extended period of time. Please exert caution when touching the fixture, especially when using the onboard buttons to adjust settings.

• Please read and comprehend all of the following instructions before using this product..
• Keep this product manual and always include it when passing the product onto third parties.
• Only use a microfiber or dry cloth to clean the product.
• Be careful to prevent damage to this light that can occur from impacts, such as dropping or hitting the fixture.
• Do not leave the product in environments with excessive heat; high temperatures can cause the product to overheat and malfunction.
• Please do not place the fixture near any liquids or other flammable objects.
• If you encounter any issues with this product, please have it checked by an authorized service or repair agent. Please note that this warranty does not apply to any repair required due to unauthorized disassembly, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis..
• The product is certified by RoHS and CE. Please operate the product in full compliance with these operation standards. Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising from malfunctions, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
• The instructions and information in this manual are based on thorough, controlled company testing procedures. Further notice will not be given if the design and specifications change.

Intended Use

Thank you for purchasing the Aputure Accent B7c, the RGBWW Smart Bulb designed for filmmakers.

Intended use of the Aputure Accent B7c includes:

• The user has read the instructions of this manual.
• The user is using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in this product manual.
• "Improper use" means using the products other than as described in these instructions or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.

Components List

Product details

Quick Start Color Code Guide

As the B7c has no screen, we've programed some color sequences to signify different actions. Here is a quick reference guide.

Operation Instructions

Power On/Off

Press the power button in the center of the light to toggle the fixture on or off.
When in "Standby Mode," short-press the power button once to toggle the fixture on and off.
To fully shut down the fixture or to turn it off from a shutdown state, long-press the power button for 3 seconds.
When the bulb powers on from a standby or off state, it will resume its previous settings.

CCT Mode

You can toggle through the six built-in CCT presets by double-pressing power button: 2000K, 2700K, 3200K, 4300K, 5500K, 6500K. You can also adjust the B7c's CCT more precisely between 2,000K-10,000K using the Sidus Link App.

Brightness

You can toggle through ten steps of brightness adjustment using the onboard controls, or choose a precise output level using the Sidus Link App. Press the"+" button to increase the brightness or press the "-" button to decrease the brightness. This will cycle between 10 dimming presets between 10% to 100%. You can also adjust the brightness more precisely using the Sidus Link App.

Bluetooth Mode

Simultaneously long-press the power button and the "+" or "-" button for 5 seconds to reset the fixture's Bluetooth configuration. When the Bluetooth Reset sequence initiates, the bulb will proceed to pulse red, green, then blue in sequence. Then you can connect to the B7c using the Sidus Link App.

Power Supply Modes

This fixture can operate in two different power supply modes Standard (AC) Mode and Battery (DC) Mode.

Standard/AC Mode

In Standard (AC) Mode, the bulb behaves as a regular light bulb and turns on when it receives power from a lamp socket (E26/E27). When the lamp the bulb is installed in is switched off, the bulb will also immediately turn off.

Battery/DC Mode

In Battery (DC) Mode, the bulb switches to its internal battery power when it does not receive any AC power from a lamp. Switching between these states causes the light to turn off for a brief moment, before resuming its previous settings.

Switching Between Modes

To switch between the two modes, simultaneously press the power button, the "+" button, and the "-" button. To signify that it is in Standard (AC) Mode, the bulb emits a green glow at 30% brightness, and then slowly fades to 0%. To signify that it is in Battery (DC) Mode, it gradually fades into a green glow from 0% to 30% brightness.

Checking the Power Supply Mode

To determine which mode the bulb is currently in, long-press the power button for 3 seconds. If the light pulses green three times, the bulb is in Standard (AC) Mode. If the light turns on at 10% brightness, then the fixture is in Battery (DC) Mode.

Charging the Internal Battery

How to Charge the Battery

The B7c charges once it is inserted into a compatible lamp socket (E26/27) with power. If the LEDs are active and outputting light, the B7c's internal battery charges slowly. When the B7c is in standby mode or is powered off, the bulb charges more quickly and can complete a full charge cycle (0-100%) in approximately 2 hours.

If the bulb's internal temperature exceeds 45°C, a protection mechanism activates, and all charging processes cease until the light's internal temperature cools to below 45°C.

Battery Charging Speeds

In the fastest charging scenarios, the B7c can charge up to:

• 50% in 45 minutes
• 80% in 74 minutes
• 100% in 120 minutes

Checking the Charging Status

When the bulb is in standby mode or is powered off, press the "+" or "-" buttons to initiate a status check. If the battery is charging, the bulb will pulse three times at 3200K. If the battery is fully charged, the bulb will light up for 3 seconds at 3200K.

Preventing Overheating

The ambient operating temperature of the Accent B7c is -10 ~ 40°C. This product utilizes a built-in lithium battery. To enhance the battery's stability and longevity, we use high-temperature-resistant batteries, which can be used in an environment of -10 ~ 40°C.

Keeping the ambient temperature well below 40°C is recommended to ensure that the B7c does not experience any overheating issues. Facing the bulb upright also provides the best airflow; however, the B7c is operable in any position.
If the light enters a "Battery Protection Mode," it will be able to resume operation once the internal temperature of the components cools down.

Standard/AC Mode

In Standard (AC) Mode, if the bulb's internal temperature exceeds

80°C, it enters a "Battery Protection Mode," wherein the battery and LEDs are powered off to protect and cool the internal components.

Battery/DC Mode

In Battery (DC) Mode, if the bulb's internal temperature exceeds 70°C, the maximum output power of the light is reduced to 80%. Should the internal temperature continue to rise and exceed 73°C, the light enters a "Battery Protection Mode," wherein the battery and LEDs are powered off to protect and cool the internal components.

Sidus Link App Control

1. Sidus Link App Control allows you to more precisely adjust all of the output settings of the Accent B7c, including fine-tuning CCT and brightness, in addition to accessing the light's HSI color-tunability, and nine built-in lighting effects, including Paparazzi, Fireworks, Faulty Bulb, Lightning, TV, Party, Pulsing, Cop Car, and Fire.
2. Using the Sidus Link APP

You can download the Sidus Link app from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store to enhance the light's functionality. Please visit sidus.link/app/help for more details regarding how to use the app to control your Aputure Lights.

Get Sidus Link App

Sidus.link/app/help

Specifications

Photometrics

* This data reflects the average illuminance of the light at these distances. The actual values may shift slightly between different lights.
** These luminance values are measured at the brightest point of the bulb, directly above the fixture.

Light Distribution Curve

Service Warranty

Aputure Imaging Industries Co., Ltd. warrants the original consumer purchaser from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year after the date of purchase. For more details of warranty visit www.aputure.com

Keep your original sales receipt. Be sure the dealer has written on it the date, serial No. of the product. This information is required for warranty service.

Aputure Imaging Industries Co., Ltd.
Add: F/3, Building 21, Longjun industrial estate,
HePing West Road, Shenzhen, Guangdong
E-MAIL: cs@aputure.com
Sales Contact: (86)0755-83285569-613

Videos

Aputure Accent B7c Review Video

Aputure Accent B7c | Ultimate Light Bulb for Filmmaking Video

Documents / Resources

References

• Sidus Link
• App Store - Apple
• Google Play
• Aputure - LED Lighting for Filmmakers

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