amaran T2c

Overview

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The T2c uses a single-zone light engine. It does not have the individually addressable sections of the PT pixel tubes, while its removable battery handle creates a different power and rigging package.

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Key specifications

Specification	Details
Nominal format	2-foot tube
Maximum LED output / consumption	20W / 25W
CCT	2,500–7,500K
Colour engine	RGBWW; single-zone
CRI / TLCI	95+ / 98+
SSI P3200 / D56	83 / 73
Power	Matching AC supply, removable battery grip; documented DC options
Rated AC adapter output	24V DC
Battery reference	up to 2 hours at maximum output
Controls	Onboard, Sidus Link; DMX via optional adapter
Cooling	Passive
Mounting	NATO rail and 3/8-inch threaded points
Maximum reference illuminance	1,631 lux @ 0.5m

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Strengths and limitations

Strengths

• Detachable battery grip can be swapped independently of the tube.
• NATO rail and threaded rigging points provide several mounting choices.
• RGBWW, white-light and app operation suit small practical-light setups.

Limitations

• No spatial pixel mapping along the tube.
• The battery grip adds length and weight beyond the emitting section.
• Wired DMX needs the correct active adapter; Bluetooth app control is not CRMX.

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Practical uses

Setup	Working approach
Visible practical	Expose the tube so its surface retains the intended colour in the frame. Hide the battery grip and cable exit where possible, and check reflections in nearby glass.
Close interview or rim	Place the long emitting surface close to the face or shoulder, keeping its narrow dimension in mind. A tube gives a different wrap horizontally and vertically.
Small interior accent	Use the NATO or threaded points to place the light out of frame. Keep the grip accessible for battery changes, and check that a door, seat or performer cannot hit it.

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Output and colour

The maximum reference is measured at 0.5m. A long tube at close range is an extended source, so avoid using a point-source inverse-square calculation as a substitute for a measurement. Keep the CCT and brightness of saturated colours separate when comparing it with another tube.

For a specific CCT, distance and accessory, use the model’s manufacturer specification and photometric reference. Test the final lighting and camera combination when colour consistency or high-speed recording is critical.

CRI, TLCI and SSI describe different aspects of colour reproduction. A high CRI value does not establish a perfect match to daylight, tungsten or another LED. Compare important skin tones, wardrobe and product colours on the camera used for the job.

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Power and batteries

The supplied AC package and the detachable battery grip are separate operating routes. amaran quotes up to 2 hours at maximum output for this model’s battery arrangement; a second grip makes a battery change quicker than recharging the tube in place.

The listed supply routes include the matching 24V adapter and supported battery/DC arrangements. Use the specified voltage, polarity and connector. Support the grip and cable, and distinguish a runtime-saving output mode from unrestricted maximum brightness.

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Control, cooling and camera operation

The OLED menu provides CCT, HSI, gel and effect modes. Sidus Link handles wireless Bluetooth operation. The menu also offers frequency adjustment and battery-duration settings, both of which should be checked with the final exposure and camera setup.

Wired DMX uses the compatible amaran USB-C to DMX adapter with the required power-input arrangement. Patch the correct personality, test signal-loss behaviour and secure the cable before rigging. The USB-C control socket is not proof of generic USB-C charging support.

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Modifiers, rigging and the working package

The tube’s integrated diffuser creates the emitting surface. A size-matched optional fabric grid can reduce spill; it does not increase total light output or turn the tube into a focused projector.

Use the NATO rail and 3/8-inch threaded mounting positions with suitable hardware. Include the battery grip in the load and clearance calculation, especially on the longer T4c. Do not support the fixture by its electrical cable or clamp across the emitting plastic.

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Alternatives and related fixtures

Fixture	Choose it for
amaran PT2c	The corresponding pixel tube when moving regions of colour matter.
Aputure MT Pro	A short professional pixel tube with a different control and battery package.
Godox KNOWLED TP2R	Another linear colour source; compare rigging, pixel operation and radio control.

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What people are saying

Caleb Pike’s T2c/T4c review. Pike discusses useful white-light output and mounting options, alongside the added size of the battery grip. His T4c observations also include heat at full white output.

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Videos

T2c and T4c: CineD review

Family review covering construction, battery handling and colour output.

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Rental and used-fixture checks

• Confirm the exact model and generation on the label, then compare the included supply, cables and accessories with the matching manual.
• Inspect the emitting face, housing, connector pins, mounting threads and locks. Test every supplied modifier and make sure the release mechanism fully engages.
• Run the light at the intended output until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check for flicker, unexpected shutdown, uneven emitters and unusual fan noise.
• Test white light and every available colour mode; check low-level dimming, blackout and the camera/shutter combination used for the job.
• Test the battery under load rather than accepting a full-charge indicator as proof of capacity. Include the correct charger, cable and any removable grip in the handover.

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Documentation and specifications

• Official model information
• Manufacturer kit contents and accessories
• Tube power options
• Tube DMX control
• Tube menu settings
• Manufacturer product manual

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