On mine the color temp is about 600 degrees off, it says it starts at 3200, but is actually 2600 and the battery meter always shows full does yours?
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Thanks for the input. The light is flexible and an improvement over past attempts, but I had hoped this higher end version would be a true upgrade. Still a good light.
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I used this light in one event and for the second event few days later it still showed FULL and I knew it is not FULL. At some point in showed half and then empty and it died !! it seems to me the meter adds the life of each battery and give you the "total" as empty , half or full !! Test with one battery and I think you will get a better representation of what is left on that battery. On the color temperature I can not make a comment since I never measured it ( honestly I never paid attention). like majority of Chinese products it lacks the true quality, so I wont be surprised if I measure the color temp on mine and it is off by 900 or 800 degree. Overall I am happy I bought this light. I used this light in one event and for the second event few days later it still showed FULL and I knew it is not FULL. At some point in showed half and then empty and it died !! it seems to me the meter adds the life of each battery and give you the "total" as empty , half or full !! Test with one battery and I think you will get a better representation of what is left on that battery. On the color temperature I can not make a comment since I never measured it ( honestly I never paid attention). like majority of Chinese products it lacks the true quality, so I wont be... » Read More I used this light in one event and for the second event few days later it still showed FULL and I knew it is not FULL. At some point in showed half and then empty and it died !! it seems to me the meter adds the life of each battery and give you the "total" as empty , half or full !! Test with one battery and I think you will get a better representation of what is left on that battery. On the color temperature I can not make a comment since I never measured it ( honestly I never paid attention). like majority of Chinese products it lacks the true quality, so I wont be surprised if I measure the color temp on mine and it is off by 900 or 800 degree. Overall I am happy I bought this light. « Show Less
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I did a color temperature test with 100% light brightness at 3200K, 4200K and 5600K using at X-Rite Color Checker Passport calibration chart standard. I then corrected the white balance using Adobe's Camera Raw in Light Room.The 3200K setting, corrected to 3000K white balance, 4200K corrected to 3600K, and 5600K corrected to 5000K. Best option is to correct the white balance in your photo editing software.My % remaining battery charge appears to work correctly based on limited testing.
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my color temp isnt that off, but my battery either shows full or half and thats it. besides that I still like the light.
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Hmm.Nope that doesn't sound right. I bought mine months ago but it was flat like a normal battery should be. I would contact the seller and let them know?
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Hi,Mine first did that when it was first installed. The temp was set to high. I unplugged the unit and not turn it back on until the next morning and it has been great since then.
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Totally depends on two things: 1- Battery condition and other concurrent system uses 2- Ambient temperature then system is operating in. Consult your local battery dealer for some suggestions
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Hi David,The temperature is close to real time, however you get updates about once every 10 minutes or so. I imagine This is to help conserve battery.
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I found all this quite reassuring . The display stays on and the logo in the bottom right hand corner continually flashes because i haven't downloaded the data. I'm still pleased with mine, but I would have thought todays technology would be able to provide a 'stand by' mode . 1st battery relaced after 3 months - because i thought the flashing logo was a low battery indicator ! - perhaps i'll update you in a few months !
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If it is the 24BC5000TF model, then the top light located closest to the edge is the charge light and should turn green when fully charged. If it does not turn green you could have a bad battery system.
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My Moto X stays right in the goldilocks zone. Between 60 and 80 degrees measured on GSam Battery Monitor. Heat is the biggest factor to kill/shorten battery life.
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Mine shows pink as well I don't think the led color is a defect. The LED turns blue on full charge.
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I still have one in it's package and it does not have the K temperature listed. From use I can tell you it is quite a bit above 2700K (incandescent)
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If the temp. rises too much the battery may overheat and boil away the electrolite. I would think that it should be turned off if the temp. stays above freezing for several hours I turn mine on at night and off in the morning if the temp. during .the day will be warner than 32 degrees.
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Hi Harold - there must be a defect then. I set mine for 345 and it stops at that - it will fluctuate a few degrees down when in use - but nothing major. I would contact them and have it replaced
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Try moving it to the 6v selection. Providing the battery is charged, it should show in the yellow (60-70%) mark if it is good. If not, toss it.
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The top button is your answer, sounds like it might be faulty. I'm sure you've already tried to just take it out and unplug it and let it sit an hour or so then 1) put it back in the water for 20-30 minutes, 2) plug it in and set the temp. I love mine - and 78 works for my Beta but it will cycle through the choices just fine. I like the way it blinks at a different temp to show actual water temperature.
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Just received mine today. It is RGB, however it has two dead pixels. I will try to get it exchanged.
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Mine only seemed to run "hot" if I were on a phone call for an hour+, but definitely not when idle. I've used it to take pics throughout a 45+ minute event and didn't notice it getting hot then.... Is yours running hot all the time, or are you only noticing this as you're using it (i.e. while talking / texting)? Also make sure you close apps you aren't using at the moment (flick up to close) as open apps require battery life to drain, which could be causing a heat issue....
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It should only be blue when it's plugged in with no battery. It should turn red/purple when it's charging and then red/blue when it's charged. I use more almost every day and mine works fine. Maybe contract anker about a replacement?