sofirn SC21

Sofirn SC21 Mini Flashlight User Manual

Model: SC21 | Brand: sofirn

1. Уводзіны

Thank you for choosing the sofirn SC21 Mini Flashlight. This compact and powerful LED flashlight is designed for everyday carry (EDC) and various lighting needs, offering high brightness, convenient Type-C recharging, and durable construction. Please read this manual carefully before use to ensure proper operation and maintenance.

Sofirn SC21 Mini Flashlight

Figure 1: Sofirn SC21 Mini Flashlight (Red)

Hand holding Sofirn SC21 flashlight showing dimensions

Figure 2: The compact size of the SC21, highlighting its small and lightweight design with dimensions of 22.5mm diameter and 73mm length, weighing 60g.

Thumb-sized EDC Light features

Figure 3: Key features of the SC21, including Max Output 1000 LM, Max Range 135 M, IPX8 waterproof rating, Type-C Rechargeable, and 90 High CRI 5000K tint.

2. Інфармацыя па бяспецы

  • Do not point the flashlight directly at eyes. The powerful beam can cause temporary vision impairment.
  • Захоўваць у месцах, недаступных дзецям.
  • Do not disassemble the flashlight head or battery compartment unless instructed. This may damage the device and void the warranty.
  • Use only the specified battery type (16340 Lithium Polymer) and charging method.
  • Пазбягайце працяглага ўздзеяння экстрэмальных тэмператур або прамых сонечных прамянёў на ліхтарык.
  • While IPX8 waterproof, this flashlight is not designed for diving. Avoid prolonged submersion beyond specified depth.

3. Што ў скрынцы

  • Sofirn SC21 Mini Flashlight (Red)
  • 16340 Lithium Polymer Battery (pre-installed)
  • Зарадны кабель USB-A да USB-C
  • Pocket Clip (pre-installed)
  • Шнурок
  • Запасныя ўшчыльняльныя кольцы
  • Кіраўніцтва карыстальніка

4. Настройка

4.1 Устаноўка батарэі

The 16340 Lithium Polymer battery is typically pre-installed. If not, unscrew the tail cap, insert the battery with the positive (+) end facing towards the flashlight head, and screw the tail cap back on securely.

4.2 Зарадка

The SC21 features a built-in USB Type-C charging port for convenient recharging. A 5V 1A adapter (not included) is recommended.

  1. Locate the Type-C charging port on the flashlight body, usually covered by a rubber flap.
  2. Open the rubber flap and insert the provided USB-A to USB-C charging cable.
  3. Connect the USB-A end of the cable to a compatible USB power source (e.g., wall adapter, power bank, computer USB port).
  4. The indicator LED on the switch will flash ЧЫРВОНЫ падчас зарадкі.
  5. Once fully charged, the indicator LED will turn solid ЗЯЛЁНЫ.
  6. Charging typically takes approximately 1 hour.
  7. Close the rubber flap securely after charging to maintain water resistance.
Sofirn SC21 flashlight charging via USB-C

Figure 4: The SC21 flashlight connected to a power source via its Type-C USB port for recharging.

5. Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі

5.1 Асноўныя аперацыі

  • Уключыць/выключыць: Адным націскам на бакавы перамыкач уключыце або выключыце ліхтарык.
  • Change Brightness Levels (Stepped Ramping): When the flashlight is ON, press and hold the side switch to cycle through brightness levels: Moonlight → Low → Medium → High. Release the switch to select the desired level.
  • Функцыя памяці: The flashlight will remember the last used brightness level (except for Moonlight, Turbo, Strobe, SOS, and Beacon modes) and turn on at that level.

5.2 Advanced Modes

  • Рэжым месячнага святла: When the flashlight is OFF, press and hold the side switch for 1 second to activate Moonlight mode (1 lumen).
  • Рэжым Турба: Double-click the side switch from any state (ON or OFF) to activate Turbo mode (1000 lumens). Double-click again to return to the previous mode.
  • Strobe/SOS/Beacon: Triple-click the side switch from any state to activate Strobe mode. Triple-click again to cycle through SOS and Beacon modes. Single click to turn off.
  • Функцыя блакіроўкі: From OFF, four quick clicks of the side switch will activate the electronic lockout. The main LED will flash once to confirm. To unlock, four quick clicks again. When locked, holding the switch will activate Moonlight mode temporarily.
Person using Sofirn SC21 flashlight outdoors at night

Figure 5: The SC21 providing a super bright and nice beam, illuminating a path up to 135 meters with 1000 lumens and a 5000K 90 High CRI tint.

Strawberry comparison showing 5000K 90 High CRI

Figure 6: Visual comparison demonstrating the superior color rendering (90 High CRI) of the 5000K tint, making colors appear more natural and vibrant compared to lower CRI lights.

5.3 Magnetic Tail Cap & Clip

The SC21 is equipped with a strong magnetic tail cap, allowing it to be attached to ferrous metal surfaces for hands-free lighting. The dual-way pocket clip provides versatile carrying options, such as clipping to a pocket, belt, or hat brim.

Sofirn SC21 attached to car hood and hat

Figure 7: Demonstrating the utility of the magnetic tail cap for hands-free use, such as attaching to a car hood, and the dual-way clip for securing to a hat.

6. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

  • Уборка: Прачысціце корпус ліхтарыка мяккай губкайamp тканіна. Для аптычных паверхняў выкарыстоўвайце тканіну для чысткі лінзаў.
  • змазка: Перыядычна наносіце тонкі пласт сіліконавай змазкі на ўшчыльняльныя кольцы, каб падтрымліваць воданепранікальнасць.
  • Сыход за батарэяй: Recharge the battery regularly, even if not in frequent use, to prolong its lifespan. Avoid fully discharging the battery.
  • захоўванне: If storing the flashlight for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent potential leakage. Store in a cool, dry place.
Sofirn SC21 flashlight in rain

Figure 8: The SC21's IPX8 waterproof rating ensures reliable performance even in rainy conditions.

Sofirn SC21 flashlight dropping

Figure 9: The robust construction of the SC21 provides good impact resistance, designed to withstand accidental drops.

7. Выпраўленне непаладак

праблемаМагчымая прычынаРашэнне
Ліхтарык не ўключаецца.Батарэя разраджаная або разраджаная.
Батарэя ўстаўлена няправільна.
Flashlight is in lockout mode.
Перазарадзіце акумулятар.
Ensure battery is inserted with positive (+) end towards the head.
Perform 4 quick clicks to unlock.
Light flickers or turns off unexpectedly.Нізкі акумулятар.
Свабодная хваставая шапка.
Брудныя кантакты.
Перазарадзіце акумулятар.
Шчыльна зацягніце заднюю крышку.
Clean battery and flashlight contacts with a clean cloth.
Cannot change brightness levels.Switch not held long enough.
Flashlight in a special mode (e.g., Strobe).
Press and hold the switch to ramp яркасць.
Single click to exit special modes, then try again.

8. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

АсаблівасцьСпецыфікацыя
мадэльSC21
Крыніца святлаLED (LH351D)
Максімальная яркасць1000 люмен
Максімальная далёкасць прамяня135 метраў
Каляровая тэмпература5000K (High CRI)
МатэрыялАлюміній
Тып батарэі1 x 16340 Lithium Polymer (included)
Порт для зарадкіUSB Type-C
ВоданепранікальнасцьIPX8 (2 meters underwater, not for diving)
Памеры2.87" Г х 0.89" Ш х 0.89" В (73 мм х 22.5 мм х 22.5 мм)
Вага2.29 унцыі (65 грама)
АсаблівасціRechargeable, Magnetic Tail Cap, Pocket Clip
Sofirn SC21 Parameters Table

Figure 10: Detailed performance parameters for the SC21 across various modes (Turbo, High, Medium, Low, Moonlight, Strobe, SOS, Beacon), including luminous flux, runtime, beam distance, and peak intensity.

9. Гарантыя і падтрымка

Sofirn products are manufactured to high-quality standards. For warranty information, technical support, or any inquiries regarding your SC21 Mini Flashlight, please refer to the official Sofirn webсайт або звярніцеся непасрэдна ў службу падтрымкі кліентаў. Захоўвайце чэк аб куплі як пацвярджэнне пакупкі для гарантыйных прэтэнзій.