Godox P260CPro Bi-Color Light Panel User Guide

Godox P260CPro Bi-Color Light Panel

Specifications

• Model: P260C Pro
• Color Temperature: 2800K-6500K
• Power: 45W
• CRI (Color Rendering Index): 98
• Lux: 969-1110 lux (1m distance) for various color temperatures
• Dimensions: 328mm x 323mm x 42mm
• Weight: 1.2kg

Product Usage Instructions

1. Connect the power adapter to a grounded outlet.
2. Press the power button to turn on the light panel.
3. Adjust the color temperature using the CCT settings ranging from 2800K to 6500K.
4. Set the brightness level from 0% to 100% using the corresponding controls.
5. Utilize the MENU button to access additional settings and features like language selection and reset options.
6. For advanced settings and effects, navigate through the MODE menu.
7. For wireless control and additional functionalities, consider using the Godox Light app.

Safety Instructions and Attentions
First of all, as the most basic principle: This product is a professional lighting set of 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 attention. 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.

2. This lighting product is not ordinary and cannot be used for general lighting. Anyone who has suffered eye damage or has sensitive eyes should avoid using this product.

3. 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.

4. 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. 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.

5. This product is only suitable for use in -10℃ to 40℃ operating environments and normal humidity environments.

6. Do not use damaged equipment or accessories, and wait for professional maintenance personnel to check and repair to confirm that they are normal before use.

7. 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.

8. If an extension cord is required, please use an extension cord with a current rating greater than or equal to that of the equipment. If an extension cord is rated less than the equipment, overheating may result.

9. Some products have long power cords, please place the power cords properly and keep them in a safe place. Avoid contacting the power cord with overheating surfaces, avoid improper placement that could cause pulling damage or trip on-site personnel.

10. Please use the certified power cord from the original manufacturer. If the product is damaged by using a non-certified power cord, it will not be repaired by our factory.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. Do not disassemble the product without permission. If the product fails, it must be checked and repaired by authorized maintenance personnel.

14. 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.

15. Do not place equipment near flammable and volatile solvents such as alcohol and gasoline.

16. Do not use accessories that are not recommended by our factory to avoid fire, electric shock or personal injury.
    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 it.

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 the latest electronic instructions.

20. Some products have built-in lithium batteries. Please use specified chargers, and use them within a proper range of the specified voltage and temperature according to the correct operating instructions.

21. Some products are battery-powered. Do not use any batteries, power sources or accessories not specified in the instructions for such products. Keep batteries and other accessories out of the reach of children and infants. In the instance that a child or infant swallows a battery or accessory, immediate emergency medical attention is required. If the battery leaks, becomes discolored, or deformed, emits smoke, or emits an abnormal odor, remove it immediately. Be careful during removal to avoid burns. Continued use could result in fire, electric shock, or burns. Do not use any deformed or modified batteries. Do not disassemble or modify this product or battery. Do not heat or solder the battery. Keep the battery away from fire or water. Do not incorrectly insert the positive and negative ends of batteries, or mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types.

22. One-year warranty period, accessories such as consumable batteries, adapters, power cords, etc. are not covered by this warranty.

23. If it is found that the equipment is repaired without authorization, the one-year warranty period will be canceled and relevant fees will be charged for maintenance.

24. Machine failures caused by non-standard operation are not covered by the warranty.
    keep these instructions!

Foreword
Thank you for purchasing!
P260C Pro is designed with light and slim body, adjustable CCT from 2800K to 6500K and three ways of power supply. The side lighting design together with the diffuser delivers bright but not glaring light, making it excellent for live streaming, wedding shooting, interview lighting and still life photography, etc.
Please read this manual carefully before using to ensure the correct operation and exert the optimum function.

Warning

• Do not disassemble. Should repairs become necessary, this product must be sent to an authorized maintenance center.
• These devices are not waterproof. Keep them dry, do not immerse in water or other liquids. Do not use in rainy, humid, dusty in overheated environments.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use in the presence of flammable gas. In certain circumstances, please pay attention to the relevant warnings.
• Should any malfunctions occur, please cut off the power immediately.

Names of Parts

1. Battery Compartment
2. Power Switch Button
3. NFC Sensing Area
4. SET Button
5. Select Dial
6. MENU Button
7. MODE Button
8. Screen
9. DC Power Jack
10. USB-C Port
11. Handle Installing Groove
12. Handle Detaching Button
13. Direction Locking Button
14. Light Stand Locking Button
15. Battery Installing and Detaching Button

What’s Inside

Power Management

Lithium Battery Power Supply
Put two NP-F model lithium batteries (purchased separately) into the battery compartment separately.
Note: When using a lithium battery, the battery level is displayed on the screen. When it blinks, the lithium battery power is low. Please recharge it immediately before usage to avoid forceful auto-off.

DC Power Supply
Use a 100~240V adapter (included) to connect the light to the DC power jack, the light will then be turned on. It will resume to the last brightness once be powered on again for the memory function.
Note: The DC power supply can not charge the NP-F battery.

USB-C Power Supply

• Use a USB-C data cable and adapter (purchased separately) to connect the light to the

• USB-C port, the light will then be turned on. It will resume to the last brightness once be
  powered on again for the memory function.

• Note: A fast charger is required. A charger with a power of 10W and below is not applicable; if charger power is between 10W to 30W, the max brightness should be 30%; if charger power is between 31W to 50W, the max brightness should be 80%; charger power

• is 51W and above, the max brightness should be 100%.

Installing Lithium Battery

• Turn the power switch off first (If the light is powered by a DC port or USB-C port). Press and hold the battery installing and detaching button, target the socket of the lithium battery towards the “+” “-” contacts of the battery compartment, and push the battery in until it locks.
• Power the light on.
• After using the light, please power it off.

Using Instructions

By the Handle

• Press and hold the handle detaching button, then install the handle into the handle installing groove.

On the Light Stand

• Rotate anticlockwise the light stand locking ring to loosen it, and mount the light body onto the light stand.
• Rotate clockwise the light stand locking ring to tighten it.

Note: The light stand is sold separately.

Operation Instructions

Power Switch
Press and hold the power switch button to turn on or off the device, the screen lightened on means power on, and the screen off means power off.

Brightness
Turn the select dial to adjust the brightness from 0% to 100%, then press the SET button to confirm.

CCT
Turn the select dial to adjust the color temperature from 2800K to 6500K, then press the SET button to confirm.

Bluetooth
Press the MENU button and turn the select dial to select Bluetooth, press the SET button to enter the Bluetooth setting, then turn the select dial to turn on or off the Bluetooth. Turn the select dial to enter Bluetooth reset, then press the MENU button and turn the select dial to reset, the “RESET” progress bar will be full in about 3s. The Bluetooth MAC code is on the right corner.
“Godox Light” app
Scan the QR code to download the “Godox Light” smartphone app (can be used in Android and Apple).

Language
Press the MENU button and turn the select dial to select language, press the SET button to enter language setting, then turn the select dial to choose English or simplified Chinese, then press the SET button to confirm.
Display
Press the MENU button and turn the select dial to select display, press the SET button to enter the display setting, then press the MENU button and turn the select dial to adjust display brightness from 10% to 100%.
Factory Reset
Press the MENU button and turn the select dial to select factory reset, press the SET button to enter the factory reset setting, then turn the select dial to choose confirm or cancel. If you choose confirm, the brightness will turn to 100% and go to the Brightness/CCT interface automatically after resetting.

Fixture Info
Press the MENU button and turn the select dial to select fixture info, press the SET button to enter the fixture info interface, on which you can check the model and firmware version.
FX Modes
Press the MODE button to enter CCT mode or FX mode selection, turn the select dial, and press the SET button to enter FX mode, then turn the select dial and press the SET button to choose a desired mode among 11 FX modes and adjust its parameters.
Flash
This effect simulates a camera flash or flash bulb and is often used to create a vivid, lively atmosphere.
Lightning
This effect simulates the natural thunder and lightning and is often used to create a tense, terrifying or mysterious atmosphere.

Cloudy
This effect simulates the effect of cloud occlusion and is often used to create a gloomy, oppressive or sad atmosphere.
Broken Bulb
This effect simulates the effect of a broken bulb and is often used to create a dim atmosphere.
TV
This effect simulates the effect of light from a television or screen and is often used to create a cold, mechanical or digital atmosphere.
Candle
This effect simulates the effect of light from a candle and is often used to create a soft, warm, shimmering atmosphere.
Fire
This effect simulates the effect of light from flame and is often used to create a bright, warm, shimmering atmosphere.
Firework
This effect simulates the effect of light from fireworks and is often used to create a gorgeous, colorful, romantic atmosphere.

Explosion
This effect simulates the effect of light from the explosion and is often used to create a bright, fierce, shimmering atmosphere.
Welding
This effect simulates the effect of light from welding and is often used to create a hot, mechanical atmosphere.
SOS
This effect simulates the flashing effect of an SOS signal and is often used to create a dangerous, distressed or emergency atmosphere.

Note: Please turn the select dial to adjust the parameters, then press and turn it to the next parameter. Select manual, the effect can be triggered once by pressing the select dial once. After a certain effect is set, press the SET button can return to the 11 effects interface.
NFC Addition
Use the NFC function of the smartphone and the NFC chip of the light fixture to connect them, then add the light fixture to 【Godox Light】app.

• Preconditions: light fixture supports NFC addition, 【Godox Light】 app is V3.2.4 or above, Bluetooth and NFC functions of the smartphone are turned on.
• Operation Instructions: subject to the fulfillment of preconditions, turn on the 【Godox Light】app and enter the corresponding scene, click 【+】to select【NFC Addition】 function, bring the NFC sensing area of the smartphone near the sensing area of light fixture to scan to add in 【NFC Addition】interface, bulk addition is also supported.

Note: Android systems can complete the addition by directly closing the sensing area, while iOS systems need to click the < > icon on the right top and wait for the pop-up window then add.

Illuminance Data

Technical Data

Specifications and data may be subject to changes without notice.

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, under 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 by
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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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 requirements.
The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.

Warning

• Operating frequency:2402MHz – 2480MHz (BT)
• Maximum  EIRP Power: 5dBm

Declaration of Conformity
GODOX Photo Equipment Co., Ltd. hereby declares that this equipment complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. By 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 is 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 keep it. Thank you!

Product Information

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Model

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Product Code Number

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Customer Information| Name| Contact Number
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 a valid warranty card. If you cannot provide a 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 an 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, alteration, addition, and detachment;
4. The original identifying information of the 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 are met, you should seek solutions from the related responsible parties and Godox assumes no responsibility. The damage caused by parts, accessories, and software that are 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:

Parts

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Circuit board

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12

| The customer sends the product to a designated site
Battery| 3| The customer sends the product to the designated site

Electrical parts e.g.battery charger, etc.

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3

| The customer sends the product to the designated site
Other Items| Lamp body, lamp cover, locking device, package, etc.|

No

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Without warranty

Godox After-sale Service Call +86-755-29609320(8062)

CONTACT

• GODOX Photo Equipment Co., Ltd.
• Add.: Building 2, Yaochuan Industrial Zone，Tangwei Community, Fuhai Street, Bao’an District, Shenzhen
• 518103, China Tel: +86-755-29609320(8062) Fax: +86-755-25723423 E-mail: godox@godox.com
• www.godox.com
• Made in China | 705-P260CP-00

References

• GODOX Photo Equipment Co.,Ltd.

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