Below is the quick start guide for Elgato Key Light Neo.
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Key Light Neo Installation
1) Click the cable reel into the back of Key Light Neo. Make sure the cutout aligns with the USB-C port.
2) Mount Key Light Neo on your monitor. The self-adhesive base of the mount is super sticky but residue-free. If it gets dirty, wipe with a damp cloth. Only use water, not cleaning agents.
Note: To ensure stability on your monitor, please keep the light completely vertical whenever possible.
Key Light Neo USB Control
1) Download and install the Control Center app.
2) Connect Key Light Neo directly to a USB port on your PC or Mac – do not use a USB hub.
3) Turn on your Key Light Neo.
4) Use Control Center to turn Key Light Neo on or off, adjust brightness, and fine-tune color temperature.
Key Light Neo Wi-Fi Control
1) Download and install the Control Center app from the App Store or Google Play.
2) Connect Key Light Neo to a USB power supply with a minimum power output of 3A.
3) Turn on your Key Light Neo.
Key Light Neo Hardware Control
Brightness and Temperature mode
Key Light Neo is in brightness mode by default. Press the dial to enter color temperature mode (Key Light Neo will flash twice), press again to return to brightness mode (Key Light Neo will flash once). Turn the dial to adjust brightness or color temperature.
Brightness Information
The maximum brightness of Key Light Neo depends on the output of your power source:
• USB-A computer port: ca. 400 lm (cable included)
• USB-C computer port: ca. 700 lm (requires cable, not included)
• External power supply: ca. 1000 lm (requires 5V min 3A power supply, not included)
Presets
Press the button for 3 seconds to save the current setting as a preset. Press the Preset button to load a brightness/color temperature preset.
How to reset Key Light Neo
1) Power on Key Light Neo. Push and hold the Reset button with a small tool for at least 10 seconds until the light flashes 3 times. Then release the button. Key Light Neo will restart automatically after a few seconds.