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Aputure MC Manual

Intended Use

Intended use of the Aputure MC 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.

Item Check List

Package includes the following items:

Product Details

Product Details

  1. OLED Screen
  2. Function Control Wheel
  3. Power Switch
  4. USB Type-C Charging Port
  5. Magnets
  6. 1/4"-20 Screw Mount

Operation Instructions

Charging

Type C charging

As the light is charging, the on-screen battery level indicator will animate to show the battery's status. After the battery is fully charged, the battery level indicator will be displayed as full.
Operation Instructions - Type C charging

*Supports 5V/2A charging via power brick or power bank.
*Supports quick charging via USB-C PD protocol.
*Charging is slow when the light is powered on. Turn the light off for optimal charging.
*The on-screen battery indicator will flash when the battery level is too low.

Wireless charging

The MC is compatible with the Qi wireless charging protocol. The MC can be charged via a 5W Qi-certified wireless charger.
Operation Instructions - Wireless charging

*Charge the light after powering the device Off for optimal charging. Charging the device while the light is powered on will decrease its charging speed.

Power ON/OFF

Operation Instructions - Power ON/OFF
Adjust the position of the power switch to turn the light on or off.

CCT Mode

Operation Instructions - Using the CCT Mode
Press and hold the control wheel for 2 seconds to access the system menu. Rotate the control wheel to select CCT and press the wheel to enter CCT mode. In CCT Mode, rotate the control whee to adjust the color temperature between 3200-6500K. "Short press" the wheel to select intensity (INT) control, and turn the wheel to adjust the brightness level from 0-100%.

* Access more fine control via the Sidus Link mobile application.

HSI Mode

Operation Instructions - Using the HSI Mode
Press and hold the control wheel for 2 seconds to access the System menu. Rotate the control wheel to select HSI and press the wheel to enter HSI mode. In HSI Mode, "short press" the control wheel to toggle between HUE/SAT (saturation)/lNT (intensity) controls. When controlling HUE, rotate the control wheel to adjust the hue color from 0-360°. When controlling saturation (SAT),turn the control wheel to adjust the color saturation between 0-100%. When controlling intensity (INT), turn the wheel to adjust the brightness level between 0-100%.

FX Mode

Operation Instructions - Using the FX Mode
Press and hold the control wheel for 2 seconds to access the system menu. Rotate the control wheel to select HSI and press the wheel to enter HSI mode. In FX mode, rotate the control wheel to toggle between different lighting FX presets: Paparazzi, Fireworks, Faulty Bulb, TV, Lightning, Party, Pulsing, Cop car, & Fire. Once you have selected your desired lighting effect, "short press" the control wheel to access intensity (INT) control. Rotate the control wheel to adjust the brightness of the lighting effect from 0-100%.

Bluetooth Mode

Operation Instructions - Using Bluetooth Mode
Press and hold the control wheel for 2 seconds to access the system menu. Rotate the control wheel to select BT and press the wheel to the Bluetooth Reset menu. Rotate the control wheel to select "YES" and short press the wheel to reset the device's Bluetooth pairing, (the pop-up window displays the current reset progress. The reset process completes within 5 seconds.) or select "NO" to return to the system menu.

Attaching the Silicone Diffuser

Attaching the Silicone Diffuser

Using the Mounting Tape

Operation Instructions - Using the Mounting Tape

Using the Magnets

Operation Instructions - Using the Magnets

*Do no attach this device or the magnets to any surface with a temperature above 80°. Doing otherwise can damage the magnets.

You can download the Sidus Link app from the App store or google play for more Aputure light capabilities. Please visit sidus.link/app/help for more details regarding how to use the app to control your Aputure lights.

www.apple.com

play.google.com

Specifications

Color Temperature 3200-6500K
CRI 96+
TLCI 97+
Illuminance Distance 0.3M 0.5M 1M
Maximum Brightness 1100 lux 400 lux 100 lux
Battery Type Lithium polymer Battery
(3.7V 2600mAh)
Rated Output Power 5W
Operating Temperature 0°C to 45°C
Operating Battery Life Max Brightness Min Brightness
>2hrs > 15hrs
Battery Recharge Time ~1.5 hours via USB PD
~2 hours via USB DC 5V/2A
~3.5 hours via wireless charging
Dimension 93x61x17mm/3.66x2.40x0.67in

*These are average results, the specific lux values may vary slightly between each lighting fixture.

Instructions

  • Please read this product manual carefully.
  • Keep this product manual and always include it when passing the product onto third parties.


Do not place the product near any corrosive chemicals. Corrosion may cause the product to malfunction.

  • Only use a microfiber or dry cloth to clean the product.
  • Be careful to not damage the light by dropping it or otherwise introducing physical shock.
  • Do not leave the product in excessive heat, high temperatures can cause the product to malfunction.
  • Please have the product checked by the authorized service or agent if your product has some problems. Please note that this warranty does not apply to repair arising out of the malfunction of unauthorized disassembly, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
  • Use of original Aputure cable accessories is recommended. Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non original Aputure accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
  • The product is certificated by ROHS and CE. Please operate the product in full compliance with the operation standards. Please note that this warranty does not apply to repair arising from malfunction, 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.

Documents / Resources

References

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