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[amaran Pano 120c] Getting Started

Power options, powering on, mounting, and installing accessories on the amaran Pano 120c.

This guide covers powering the amaran Pano 120c, mounting the light, and powering it on for the first time. For the on-board menu, control modes, and app control, see [amaran Pano 120c] Operation and Controls.

Power Supply

The amaran Pano 120c can be powered three ways.

Method 1: 150W DC Locking Power Adapter

Use the included amaran 150W DC Locking Power Adapter to supply power to the light. Plug the end of the power adapter into the DC Power Input Port of the light. The included locking power adapter is pull-resistant. Press the lock when inserting and removing the cable, and avoid pulling the cable with force to prevent damage.

Method 2: USB-C PD Power

Supply power to the light via other PD power supply devices or power banks. Plug the output port of the PD power supply device into the USB-C Charging Port of the light. Please ensure that the power supply can output a minimum of 65W. If a power supply below 140W of output is used, the brightness of the lamp will be reduced or it may be unable to light up.

Note: The amaran Pano 120c supports power supply standards of USB PD3.0 and above, but is not compatible with some third-party private charging protocols. It is recommended to use PD3.1 standards of 140W output and above. Please ensure to select the appropriate power supply device. If the selected power supply device cannot power the light at full power, a pop-up window will appear on the display menu screen to limit the maximum brightness.

Method 3: amaran Peak Portable Power Supply

Supply power to the light via the amaran Peak portable power supply. The battery handle features amaran Ace E-Lock Contact Pins, and will power the light on when mounted via the amaran Ace E-Lock Quick-Release Mount. The amaran Peak power bank accessory is sold separately.

Power On/Off

  1. After connecting to the power supply, press the Power Button on the back of the fixture to turn the light on, and hold for 1 second to turn the light off. The light will resume its previous settings prior to turning off.
  2. You can select your preferred language when you turn the light on for the first time. Rotate the Function Control Knob to select your language, then click to confirm.

Installing the Light

Installing the amaran Ace Lock Adapter

Align the contact pins on the mounting bracket to the light's amaran Ace Lock quick-release mount. Press the blue release key and push towards the bottom of the light. The mounting bracket is securely attached when the pins are embedded into the amaran Ace Lock mount and you hear a clicking noise. Please ensure that the blue release key is facing the back of the light to avoid reverse installation.

Installing the amaran Ace Lock adapter onto the amaran Pano 120c

Installing Onto a Light Stand

With the mounting bracket installed onto the light, place the end of the mounting bracket onto the light stand and turn the Locking Knob to secure it into place. Adjust the angle of the light and turn the Tilting Bracket Knob to secure it into place.

Disassembling the Light

To disassemble, press the blue release key on the mounting bracket and pull the light upwards away from the mounting bracket. To avoid damaging the light and bracket, do not disassemble by force.

Installing via 1/4-20in Screw Mount

The top of the light features a 1/4-20in screw mount for mounting the light onto 1/4-20in tripods or other equipment.

Installing Accessories

Softbox Installation

  1. Unfold the softbox and place the diffusion cloth side downwards onto a flat surface.
  2. To install the softbox onto the light, place the light with the light-emitting surface side downwards onto the frame of the softbox. Pull the handles on the sides of the softbox to ensure that the softbox is fully unfolded and that the light is firmly installed into the softbox frame.
  3. Pull the elastic straps on the softbox over the light. Adjust the position of the softbox and ensure that the edges of the softbox are aligned with the edges of the light.

Note: To prevent the softbox from blocking the fan and affecting heat dissipation or light spill, please ensure that the softbox securely wraps around the edges of the light.

Light Control Grid Installation

  1. Please ensure that the softbox is fully opened prior to installing the light control grid.
  2. To install the light control grid onto the softbox, expand the light control grid and align it with the 4 corners of the softbox.
  3. To ensure that the grid is firmly installed onto the softbox, fasten the Velcro around the light control grid to the softbox and ensure it is flat.

Diffuser Installation

  1. Unfold the diffuser and pull the hook side towards the light.
  2. To install the diffuser onto the softbox, place the hook on the side of the diffuser into the light's heat dissipation hole. Repeat to hook on the other side to securely install the diffuser cover.

Note: Please ensure that the diffuser is positioned correctly to prevent it from exceeding the edges of the light.

Barn Doors Installation

  1. Ensure that the barn door leaves are closed and place them facing downwards on a flat surface. Open the wire clasp on both sides, then place the light into the frame of the barn doors.
  2. To install the barn doors onto the light, place the wire clasp into the light's heat dissipation hole. Repeat on the other side to securely install the barn doors. Ensure the installation is secure to prevent it from vibrating loose.

The amaran Pano 120c Barn Doors are sold separately.

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