Aladdin ALITE 2

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Overview

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It replaces the role of the older bi-colour A-LITE with a much broader colour system. CLAID means cyan, lime, amber, indigo and deep red; describing this model simply as RGBWW would identify the wrong emitter arrangement.

Key specifications

Specification	Details
Light engine	CLAID: cyan, lime, amber, indigo and deep red
Rated power	15 W
CCT range	1700–20,000 K
Manufacturer colour ratings	CRI 96–98; TLCI 95–99
Power	Removable AL2 battery; USB-C charging
Charging while operating	12 V USB Power Delivery, at least 25 W according to linked manual
Control	Local dials / screen, Bluetooth, Art-Net over Wi-Fi
App	Lampora for iOS / Android
Memory	Six slots, A–F
Effects	Three separately controlled pixels in Pixel mode
Mounting	¼-inch thread and magnetic accessory interfaces

Strengths and limitations

Strengths

• Small colour source with a replaceable battery
• USB-C and Wi-Fi control
• Magnetic shaping accessories

Limitations

• Its size limits softness and coverage at normal shooting distances.
• A basic phone charger may not sustain operation while charging.
• Mounting still needs to suit the surface and orientation.

Practical uses

Close fill. Place it near the camera for a small catchlight or gentle exposure lift. Bring diffusion close to the subject when a softer look is required; a tiny diffuser does not replace a large key.

Concealed practical. Hide the light inside a set feature and tune colour through the camera. Keep access to the battery release and prevent the fixture heating inside an enclosed prop.

Interactive colour. Use a saved look or effect for a small screen, passing colour or accent. Test the transition and pixel effect at the shooting frame rate.

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Output and colour

Aladdin’s colour scores and broad CCT range describe the manufacturer’s light-engine claims. Output, colour fidelity and spectral match remain different questions. Test the intended colour through the actual diffuser on the materials in the scene.

A claimed runtime of around two hours is not a guarantee at every effect, colour, level or battery age. Carry charged spare batteries for repeatable takes rather than relying on the longest advertised runtime.

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Power and batteries

The linked operating manual resolves the product page’s confusing USB wording: operating while charging requires a 12 V USB-PD adapter rated for at least 25 W. A 5 V USB charger is suitable for charging with the lamp off.

Use the matching removable battery and inspect the latch before mounting. Charge the battery using the approved method, keep the connector free of strain and test whether the intended USB supply can maintain the shooting level.

Charging and kit choices

Use	Documented requirement
Lamp off, charging only	The guide permits a 5 V USB charger of 10 W or lower.
Lamp operating while charging	USB Power Delivery at 12 V, at least 25 W; a cable alone does not establish the charger’s supported PD voltage.
Standard kit	AL2-CLAID-KIT: lamp, folding diffuser, one battery and USB-C cable.
Two-battery kit	The manufacturer also lists a two-battery bundle; confirm the regional kit code and packing list.
Optional shaping	AL2-GRID-40 and AL2-GRID-60 magnetic grids; magnetic diffuser separate from the included folding diffuser.

A second battery allows a change between takes and keeps charging equipment away from the concealed light position. The advertised two-hour runtime is not a measured guarantee for Boost, every colour mix or an aged battery. Leave access to the latch and allow the housing to cool before changing or packing batteries.

Control, cooling and camera operation

White mode provides intensity, CCT and green/magenta adjustment. Colour mode provides hue and saturation; Master/Cross combines white and colour. Local memory slots allow a cue to be recalled without rebuilding it.

Bluetooth and Art-Net over Wi-Fi are listed, with Lampora as the current app. The manual describes LumenRadio as optional, so native CRMX should not be assumed on a standard ALITE 2. Check the installed hardware and firmware before including radio operation in a package.

Local menus and repeatable looks

Page / function	Working use
White	Intensity, CCT and green/magenta adjustment.
Colour	Intensity, hue, saturation and wavelength-based presets.
Master / Cross	Overall intensity and crossfade between white and colour.
Effects	Trigger, effect level and speed; check the chosen effect through the camera.
Slots A–F	Six stored looks retained after power-off.
Boost	F2 press-and-hold toggles Boost. The manual describes automatic shutdown if battery temperature exceeds 60°C.

Art-Net and DMX profile selection

• Configure the Wi-Fi access-point settings through the Bluetooth app, then select Art-Net under Setup → Radio.
• In DMX / Univ, select start address, universe, chart mode and 8- or 16-bit operation. Match all four settings with the lighting controller.
• Confirm that the console sends to the intended receiver/network and test intensity, colour and a slow fade.
• For Pixel operation, check all three regions and their order. A whole-fixture profile and a pixel profile have different footprints.
• Save the selected radio mode with F2 press-and-hold and verify the setup after reboot.

December 2025 example profile	8-bit footprint	16-bit footprint
Mode 1: CCT + green/magenta	4 channels: Boost, intensity, CCT, G/M.	7 channels: Boost plus coarse/fine intensity, CCT and G/M.
Mode 6: direct CLAID	6 channels: Boost and five emitters.	11 channels: Boost and coarse/fine values for five emitters.
Pixel profiles, modes 10–17	Profile-dependent; three pixel regions.	Profile-dependent; use the matching chart.

Changing bit depth changes the console footprint. The Boost channel is also part of these profiles, so an incorrect fixture personality can change output behaviour even when intensity appears to respond. Use the installed firmware’s chart rather than assigning a generic RGB fixture profile.

Several units without a console

The operating guide describes Broadcaster and Audience radio modes over Bluetooth. Units must use the same DMX channel and universe; the manufacturer notes that transmission delay can occur. This is useful for matching small accents, while time-critical effects still need a camera and cue test.

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Modifiers, rigging and the working package

The standard kit includes a folding diffuser; two-battery bundles differ from the one-battery kit. Magnetic 40° and 60° honeycomb grids, an additional diffuser and spare batteries are separate accessory choices.

Use the ¼-inch mount or suitable magnetic mounting hardware for the actual surface. Magnetic accessories and a rear magnetic interface do not eliminate the need for secondary retention above people or fragile equipment.

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Alternatives and related fixtures

Fixture	Choose it for
Aputure MC	An older RGBWW pocket-light system.
Aputure MT Pro	A longer miniature pixel bar for a different reflected shape.
A-LITE (Original)	Discontinued original 8 W bi-colour A-LITE with Micro-USB charging. It lacks the CLAID colour engine, USB-PD and network features of ALITE 2.
EYE-LITE	Discontinued miniature bi-colour eye light with an internal battery. A close accent source rather than a broad key or full-colour system.
U-LITE	1.2 W USB-A prop accent with seven preset colours. Its tap control and very small format serve a different job from a dimmable, remotely controllable pocket light.

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Videos

Aladdin ALITE 2 overview

Manufacturer introduction to the light, battery and control system.

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Rental and used-fixture checks

Check the battery latch, USB-C port, magnetic accessory fit, screen and both control dials. Test a warm setting, daylight, saturated colours and each effect.

Pair Lampora, test Wi-Fi / Art-Net if needed and check the installed firmware. Confirm the charger’s PD profile, spare batteries and diffuser contents.

Documentation and specifications

• Official model specifications
• ALITE 2 online operating manual

Browse Aladdin lights, pocket lights or the equipment directory.

Manufacturer operating guide.

The linked guide covers the white, colour, effects and memory screens and explains the charger required for operating while charging. Read the source.

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