VARYTEC VP-m3 FX Mini LED Effect Light User Guide

: June 4, 2024
: VARYTEC

Table of Contents

Safety instructions
General handling
Features
Operating elements
Using the product
Technical specifications
Documents / Resources

VP-m3 FX
Quick start guide

This quick start guide contains important information on the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the quick start guide for future reference. If you pass the product on to others please include this quick start guide.

Safety instructions

Intended use
This device is intended to be used as a LED effect light. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.

Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts from the product. They could swallow the pieces and choke!
Risk of epileptic shock
Strobe lighting can trigger seizures in photosensitive epilepsy. Sensitive persons must avoid looking at strobe lights.
Eye damage caused by high light intensity
Never look directly into the light source.

Where to use the product
Never use the product

in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
in extremely dusty or dirty areas
at locations where the unit can become wet

General handling

To prevent damage, never use force when handling the product.
Never immerse the product in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or flammable cleaning agents.

Incorrect handling of lithium batteries can result in injury

In the event of a short circuit, overheating or mechanical damage, lithium batteries can cause severe injuries.
When handled correctly and appropriately lithium batteries pose no risk.
Store lithium batteries in a cool, dry place, ideally in the original packaging.
Store lithium batteries away from heat sources (e.g. radiators or sunlight). Lithium batteries are hermetically sealed. Never attempt to open a lithium battery.
If the battery housing is damaged small amounts of the electrolyte may leak out. If this should happen, seal the lithium battery in airtight packaging and wipe up the traces of electrolyte using absorbent paper towels. You must wear protective rubber gloves when doing so. Clean your hands and the affected surface thoroughly with cold water.
Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable lithium batteries. When charging lithium batteries you must use a suitable charging device intended for the purpose.
Before disposing of the device remove the lithium batteries. Protect used lithium batteries against potential short circuits, e.g. by covering the poles with adhesive tape.
Only use powder extinguishers or other suitable extinguishing agents to extinguish a burning lithium battery.

Possible damage due to incorrect storage

Deep discharge can cause batteries to become permanently damaged or lose some of their capacity.
Before prolonged rest periods, charge the batteries to around 50 % of their capacity and then switch the equipment off. Store the equipment at a temperature between 10 °C and 32 °C in as dry an environment as possible. During extended storage periods, charge the batteries to 50 % approximately every three months.
Only fully charge the batteries at room temperature just before use.

Features

Mini LED effect light
Versatile use thanks to three different modes:
Stepless white light (2500 K – 9000 K), RGB color mixing, and effect macros
With a built-in rechargeable battery
Steplessly dimmable
Easy operation via rotary controls
USB-C port for charging (USB-C charging cable included)
Display with mode and battery charge status indicator
Cold shoe adapters with ¼-inch internal thread
Magnetic holder on the back of the device

Operating elements

VARYTEC VP m3 FX Mini LED Effect
Light

Light area
Base
Controller for color temperature, color value or scene (depending on the mode)
Cold shoes
Brightness control
On / off switch
Magnet
Display
USB-C charge port

Using the product

First, the built-in battery has to be charged. To do this, use the supplied USB cable to connect the device via its USB-C port o to a suitable voltage source (5 V / 2 A, not supplied). During charging, the bars of the battery capacity display light up blue in the display i. When all bars are lit, the built-in battery is fully charged. Then disconnect the voltage source from the device.
Place the device with its base w on the hot shoe of the camera to be used. Hand-tighten the nut on the device base clockwise to lock the device on the hot shoe. Alternatively, you can attach the device to a metal surface using the built-in magnet u.
Press and hold the switch y for 3 seconds to turn on the device.
Set the desired color temperature between 2500 K and 9000 K in the white light mode (MODE1) with the controller e. The display shows:
In white light mode (MODE1), press the y switch to activate RGB mode.
In RGB mode (MODE2), use the control e to set the desired color value continuously. The display shows:
In RGB mode (MODE2), press the switch y to activate scene mode.
In scene mode (SCENE1), use the control e to set one of 30 available scenes. The display shows:
Use the brightness controller t to set the required lighting intensity in the respective mode.
Observe the battery capacity display to estimate the remaining operating time. If no bars are displayed, the built-in battery must be charged using a suitable voltage source.
Press and hold the switch y for 3 seconds to switch off the device. The display then goes out.
You can use the accessory shoe r to attach additional effect lights or similar compatible devices. When mounting the device via the magnet, however, make sure that the total weight does not exceed the adhesive force of the magnet, otherwise, the construction will fall down and may be damaged.

Technical specifications

Light source		84 x LED (30 x warm white, 30 x cold white, 24 x RGB)
Light source properties	Colour temperature Colour rendering index CRI	2500 –

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose of your old device with your normal household waste. Dispose of this product through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. Comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.

Batteries must not be thrown away or incinerated; they must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations for the disposal of hazardous waste. Use the existing collection points for this. Only dispose of lithium batteries when they are discharged. Remove replaceable lithium batteries from the device before disposal. Protect used lithium batteries against short circuits, for example by covering the poles with adhesive tape. Permanently built-in lithium batteries must be disposed of together with the device. Please inquire about an appropriate collection point.

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DocID: 532329_31.05.2022