Godox ML100Bi LED Portable Video Light Instruction Manual

Godox ML100Bi LED Portable Video Light

Safety Instructions and Attentions

First of all, as the most basic principle: This product is a professional lighting set equipment and should be used by professional lighting engineers or under the guidance of professionals. Basic safety attentions must always be followed during use, as follows:

1. Before use, please read and understand these instructions and attentions.
2. Professional lighting is prohibited for children. When children are near, parents or accompanying persons must supervise closely to prevent children from personal injury due to collision with lamps or private use of lamps.
3. This lighting product is not ordinary lighting product and cannot be used for general lighting. Anyone who has suffered eye damage or has sensitive eyes should avoid using this product.
4. When the lamp is on, it must be used with care. Do not touch high-temperature parts, such as LED lamp beads, to avoid burns.
5. When the lamp is on, it is forbidden to look directly at the lamp beads under any circumstances. Strong light should be used under the guidance of professional lighting engineers. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong light under any circumstances. If eye discomfort, please turn off the lamp in time, suspend use, and see a doctor immediately.
6. If the lamp bead is damaged or deformed by heat, stop using this equipment, and contact the manufacturer, service agent or qualified maintenance personnel to replace the lamp bead in time to avoid accidents.
7. This product is only suitable for use in -10℃ to 40℃ operating environment and normal humidity environment.
8. Do not use damaged equipment or accessories, and wait for professional maintenance personnel to check and repair to confirm being normal before use.
9. During using, if the casing of this product is broken due to being dropped, squeezed or subjected to strong impact, please do not use it, so as to avoid electric shock injury due to contact with internal electronic components.
10. Be sure to unplug equipment from the power outlet before cleaning and repairing. When not in use, do not pull the power cord to unplug the equipment. For normal power-off, please hold both ends of the plug of the equipment with your hands and pull the plug out of power outlet. This equipment needs to be connected to a grounded outlet.
11. This equipment is not waterproof, please keep it dry and do not immerse it in water or other liquids. The equipment should be installed in a dry and ventilated place, and avoid using it in rainy, humid, dusty or overheated environments. Do not place any objects on the lamp or let liquid flow into the lamp to avoid accidents.
12. Do not disassemble the product without permission. If the product fails, it must be checked and repaired by authorized maintenance personnel.
13. Before storing, make sure that the equipment has cooled down completely. For storage, unplug the power cord from the equipment. The equipment should be placed in the carrying case or in a ventilated dry place.
14. Do not place equipment near flammable and volatile solvents such as alcohol and gasoline.
15. Do not use accessories that are not recommended by our factory to avoid fire, electric shock or personal injury.
16. When cleaning, do not wipe it with a damp cloth, please use a dry cloth or a soft cloth to wipe the dirt of the equipment.
17. Please take off the protective cover before using.
18. This product complies with ROHS，CE，and FCC certification, please refer to the relevant national standards for use and operation.
19. The safety instructions are formulated according to the strict testing of the factory, and the design and specifications of the equipment are subject to change without prior notice. For latest product information, please check the GODOX website and view latest electronic instruction.
20. One-year warranty period, accessories such as consumable batteries, adapters, power cords, etc. are not covered by this warranty.
21. If it is found that the equipment is repaired without authorization, the one-year warranty period will be cancelled and relevant fees will be charged for maintenance.
22. Machine failures caused by non-standard operation are not covered by the warranty.

Foreword

Thank you for purchasing a Godox product.
Godox introduces the new portable LED video light ML100Bi. It features a square and slim body with a 1/4″ screw hole at the bottom, making it compatible with most tripods available in the market. In addition, the ML100Bi supports wireless control through the “Godox light” app, offering two modes: bi-color temperature mode and 11 types of FX modes. This product is suitable for outdoor livestreaming, indoor livestreaming, video shooting, and other scenarios.

Warning

• Before using the device, please make sure to remove the lamp head protective cover.
• The light beads generate high temperatures. Do not touch the light source during use.
• Do not disassemble the product by yourself. If the product malfunctions, it should be inspected and repaired by our company or authorized personnel.
• Be careful of the high temperature on the light head surface shell in using, and do not touch for a long time. The surface willstill have a high residual temperature after the end of work, please wait for the light body to cool down before touching it for a long time.

Don’t stare at a bright light source

Name of Parts

Light Body

1. Display
2. Power Switch
3. MODE/ Button
4. Select Dial
5. Fan Vent
6. Mount Locking Pusher
7. Godox Mount
8. DC Input Port
9. USB-C Input Port
10. 1/4”Interface

Item List for ML100Bi

Item List for ML100Bi Kit1

Item List for ML100Bi Kit2

Optional Accessories
Octagon Softbox ML-SF50, Collapisble Lantern Softbox ML-CS30, Lens Reflector ML-L36, Lens Reflector MLL15, Power Bank Holder PH01, Godox to Bowens Mount Adapter Ring ML-GB

Power Management

• DC Power Supply:  Connect the adapter to AC power, input 20V 6A.
• USB-C Power Supply: You can separately purchase a charging adapter or power bank, the output of which is determined by the charging adapter or power bank used.
• AK-B02 Power Supply: You can separately purchase a V-mount battery accessory kit AK-B02 and Vmount battery.

Installation of the Lamp Head Protective Cover

Align the lamp head protective cover with the Godox mount and insert it. Rotate the lamp head protective cover clockwise until you hear a “click” sound, indicating that the installation is complete.

Removal of the Lamp Head Protective Cover
While pushing the lamp fixture’s mount locking pusher, rotate the lamp head protective cover counterclockwise to remove it.

Installation of the Lens Reflector
Align the lens reflector with the Godox mount on the device and insert it. Rotate the lens reflector clockwise until you hear a “click” sound, indicating that the installation is complete.

Removal of the Lens Reflector
While pushing the lamp mount locking pusher, rotate the lens reflector counterclockwise to detach it.

Power On/Off
After connecting the power supply, continuously press the power switch button to turn the device on or off.

CCT Mode
Press the MODE/ button briefly to switch modes. When the display screen shows “CCT,” it indicates that the current mode is the color temperature mode. Press the select dial briefly to select between CCT/Brightness. When selecting CCT, scroll the select dial to adjust the CCT value. Scroll up once to increase CCT by 100k,and scroll down once to decrease CCT by 100k.The CCT range is from 2800K to 6500K.
When selecting brightness, scroll the select dial to adjust the brightness value. Scroll up once to increase the brightness by 1%, and scroll down onec to decrease the brightness by 1%.The brightness range is from 0% to 100%.

FX Mode
Press the MODE/ button briefly to switch modes. When the display shows “FX,” it indicates that the current mode is the FX Mode. Press the select dial briefly to select lighting effects/lighting effect parameters/brightness.
When selecting lighting effects, scroll the select dial to choose from the 11 available lighting effect types. When selecting lighting effect parameters, scroll the select dial to adjust specific lighting effect parameters within the range specified in the table below.
When selecting brightness, scroll the select dial to adjust the brightness value. Scroll up once to increase the brightness by 1%, and scroll down once to decrease the brightness by 1%. The brightness range is from 0% to 100%.

FX Table

Bluetooth Settings

Continuously press the MODE/ button to enter the Bluetooth settings. Scroll the select dial to select Bluetooth Reset (RESET)/Bluetooth On (ON)/ Bluetooth Off (OFF).
Bluetooth Reset (RESET): Select Bluetooth Reset (RESET), then press the MODE/ button briefly to perform a Bluetooth reset. After the reset is complete, it will automatically return to the main interface.
Bluetooth On (ON): After Bluetooth is turned on, you can use the “Godox Light” app to connect to the light body.
Bluetooth Off (OFF): After Bluetooth is turned off, the “Godox Light” app cannot connect to the light body. Scan the QR code below to download the “Godox Light” app (compatible with both Android and iOS systems).

Note : The first mobile device (phone or tablet) can directly control the light body using the app. When switching to another mobile device, the light body needs to be Bluetooth reset before the app can be used. The app needs to be upgraded to version 3.0 or above.

Low Battery Warning
Please power the device with a power bank. When the battery level is below one green bar, the display screen will automatically show a low battery symbol.

High Temperature Warning
When the top of the display shows , it indicates that the lamp bead temperature is too high. It is recommended to pause usage until the display screen no longer shows , and then you can resume using the light.
When the full screen of the display shows , it indicates that the light body temperature is too high. The light fixture will automatically activate the light-off function. Once the temperature of the light beads returns to normal, the light fixture will resume normal operation.

Photometric Data

2800K

| Bare Light| lux| ≈ 2580| ≈ 682| ≈ 316
fc| ≈ 239| ≈ 63| ≈ 29
Lens Reflector ML-L15| lux| ≈ 24100| ≈ 6010| ≈ 2800
fc| ≈ 2240| ≈ 558| ≈ 260
Lens Reflector ML-L36| lux| ≈ 12500| ≈ 3140| ≈ 1380
fc| ≈ 1160| ≈ 292| ≈ 128

3200K

| Bare Light| lux| ≈ 2990| ≈ 777| ≈ 363
fc| ≈ 278| ≈ 72| ≈ 34
Lens Reflector ML-L15| lux| ≈ 27900| ≈ 7040| ≈ 3250
fc| ≈ 2590| ≈ 654| ≈ 302
Lens Reflector ML-L36| lux| ≈ 14500| ≈ 3640| ≈ 1610
fc| ≈ 1350| ≈ 338| ≈ 150

4300K

| Bare Light| lux| ≈ 3520| ≈ 916| ≈ 427
fc| ≈ 327| ≈ 85| ≈ 40
Lens Reflector ML-L15| lux| ≈ 32900| ≈ 8350| ≈ 3860
fc| ≈ 3060| ≈ 776| ≈ 359
Lens Reflector ML-L36| lux| ≈ 17100| ≈ 4320| ≈ 1910
fc| ≈ 1590| ≈ 401| ≈ 177

5600K

| Bare Light| lux| ≈ 3670| ≈ 953| ≈ 446
fc| ≈ 341| ≈ 89| ≈ 41
Lens Reflector ML-L15| lux| ≈ 34300| ≈ 8800| ≈ 4040
fc| ≈ 3190| ≈ 817| ≈ 376
Lens Reflector ML-L36| lux| ≈ 17900| ≈ 4480| ≈ 1990
fc| ≈ 1660| ≈ 416| ≈ 185

6500K

| Bare Light| lux| ≈ 3380| ≈ 878| ≈ 410
fc| ≈ 314| ≈ 82| ≈ 38
Lens Reflector ML-L15| lux| ≈ 31200| ≈ 8100| ≈ 3730
fc| ≈ 2840| ≈ 752| ≈ 346
Lens Reflector ML-L36| lux| ≈ 16500| ≈ 4130| ≈ 1830
fc| ≈ 1530| ≈ 383| ≈ 170

The above data is not absolute values but averages. All the tests mentioned above were conducted at 100% brightness of the light body. Lens reflector ML-L15 is included, while lens Reflector ML-L36 is sold separately.

Technical Data

Specifications and data may subject to changes without notice.

Maintenance

1. To prevent dust buildup affecting performance, please clean the exterior of the device regularly using a soft, damp cloth.
2. This product, except consumables, is supported with a one-year warranty.
3. Unauthorized service will void the warranty. Maintenance of the light must be performed by our authorized maintenance department which can provide original accessories.
4. Unauthorized repairs of this product will void the one-year warranty, and repair fees will be charged for any repairs.
5. If the product had failures or got wet, do not use it until it is repaired by professionals.
   Changes made to the specifications or designs may not be reflected in this manual.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

Warning
Operating frequency:2402MHz – 2480MHz（BT）
Maximum EIRP Power: 4.64dBm

Declaration of Conformity

GODOX Photo Equipment Co.,Ltd. hereby declares that this equipment are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. In accordance with Article 10(2) and Article 10(10), this product is allowed to be used in all EU member states.For more information of DoC, Please click this web link: https://www.godox.com/eu- declaration-of-conformity/
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 0mm from your body.

Warranty

Dear customers, as this warranty card is an important certificate to apply for our maintenance service, please fill in the following form in coordination with the seller and safe-keep it. Thank you!

Address
Seller Information| Name
Contact Number
Address
Date of Sale
Note|

Note: This form shall be sealed by the seller.

Applicable Products
Applicable ProductsThe document applies to the products listed on the Product Maintenance lnformation (see below for further information). Other products or accessories (e.g. promotional items, giveaways and additional accessories attached, etc.) are not included in this warranty scope.

Warranty Period
The warranty period of products and accessories is implemented according to the relevant Product Maintenance Information. The warranty period is calculated from the day(purchase date) when the product is bought for the first time, And the purchase date is considered as the date registered onthe warranty card when buying the product.

How to Get the Maintenance Service
If maintenance service is needed, you can directly contact the product distributor or authorized service institutions. You can also contact the Godox after-sale service call and we will offer you service. When applying for maintenance service, you should provide valid warranty card. If you cannot provide valid warranty card, we may offer you maintenance service once confirmed that the product or accessory is involved in the maintenance scope, but that shall not be considered as our obligation.

Inapplicable Cases
The guarantee and service offered by this document are not applicable in the following cases:

1. The product or accessory has expired its warranty period;
2. Breakage or damage caused by inappropriate usage, maintenance or preservation, such as improper packing, improper usage, improper plugging in/out external equipment, falling off or squeezing by external force, contacting or exposing to the improper temperature, solvent, acid, base, flooding and damp environments, etc;
3. Breakage or damage caused by non-authorized institution or staff in the process of installation, maintenance, alternation, addition and detachment;
4. The original identifying information of product or accessory is modified, alternated, or removed;
5. No valid warranty card;
6. Breakage or damage caused by using illegally authorized, nonstandard or non-public released software;
7. Breakage or damage caused by force majeure or accident;
8. Breakage or damage that could not be attributed to the product itself. Once met these situations above, you should seek solutions from the related responsible parties and Godox assumes no responsibility. The damage caused by parts, accessories and software that beyond the warranty period or scope is not included in our maintenance scope. The normal discoloration, abrasion and consumption are not the breakage within the maintenance scope.

Maintenance and Service Support Information

The warranty period and service types of products are implemented according to the following Product Maintenance Information:

Product Type| Name| Maintenance Period(month)| Warranty Service Type
---|---|---|---
Parts| Circuit board| 12| Customer sends the product to designated site
Battery| 3| Customer sends the product to designated site
Electrical parts e.g.battery charger, etc.| 3| Customer sends the product to designated site
Other Items| Lamp body, lamp cover, locking device, package, etc.| No| Without warranty

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