Sofirn IF24 PRO RGB Flashlight User Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Sofirn IF24 PRO RGB Flashlight. This versatile 3-in-1 flashlight combines a powerful main light, a broad side white light, and a vibrant RGB color light, making it suitable for various applications from outdoor adventures to emergency situations. This manual provides detailed instructions for safe and effective use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Image: Sofirn IF24 PRO RGB Flashlight, showcasing its compact design and dual light sources.

2. Safety Instructions

• Do not shine the flashlight directly into eyes.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not disassemble the flashlight head as it may damage the emitters or batteries.
• Use only recommended 18650 rechargeable batteries.
• Avoid dropping the flashlight from high places.
• Ensure the battery is inserted with the correct polarity (+/-).
• If the flashlight is not used for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent leakage.

3. Product Overview

The Sofirn IF24 PRO features a unique 3-in-1 design, offering a powerful main light, a wide-angle side white light, and a dynamic RGB color light. It is equipped with both a rotary switch for mode selection and an electronic switch for brightness and color adjustments. The magnetic tail cap provides convenient hands-free operation.

Image: Simple User Interface, highlighting the Rotary Switch for mode selection and the E-Switch for brightness/color changing.

Image: 3-in-1 Flashlight Design, demonstrating the main light, side white light, and red light in various applications.

4. Specifications

The Sofirn IF24 PRO is a high-performance flashlight with the following specifications:

For detailed performance parameters across different modes, please refer to the table below:

Image: Product Parameters table, showing output, beam distance, runtime, and peak intensity for various modes of Main Light and Side White Light.

Note: The above mentioned parameters are based on tests according to international flashlight testing standards (ANSI/NEMA FL1) using one 3000mAh 18650 battery. Results may vary with different battery or under different environmental conditions.

5. Setup

5.1 Battery Installation

1. Unscrew the tail cap of the flashlight.
2. Insert one 18650 rechargeable battery with the positive (+) terminal facing towards the head of the flashlight.
3. Screw the tail cap back on tightly to ensure proper contact and water resistance.

5.2 Initial Charging

Before first use, it is recommended to fully charge the battery. The IF24 PRO is rechargeable, likely via a USB-C port (common for Sofirn products, though not explicitly stated in provided data, it's implied by "Rechargeable" charger type). Connect the flashlight to a suitable USB power source using a compatible charging cable.

The light indicator will show charging status:

• While charging: (Specific indicator color/behavior not detailed in OCR, but generally red for charging, green for full).
• When fully charged: (Specific indicator color/behavior not detailed in OCR).

6. Operating Instructions

The Sofirn IF24 PRO features a dual-switch interface: a Rotary Switch for selecting the light source (Main Light, Side White Light, Color Light) and an Electronic Switch for power, brightness, and color adjustments within the selected mode.

6.1 Basic Operation

• Power On/Off: Press and hold the Electronic Switch to turn the flashlight ON or OFF.
• Mode Selection (Rotary Switch): Rotate the Rotary Switch to cycle between Main Light, Side White Light, and Color Light modes.
• Brightness Adjustment (Electronic Switch): While a light mode is active, single-click the Electronic Switch to cycle through brightness levels (e.g., Low, Medium, High). The flashlight supports 5-8 dimmer files.
• Moonlight Mode: From OFF, press and hold the Electronic Switch for approximately 1 second to activate Moonlight mode.
• Turbo Mode: Double-click the Electronic Switch rapidly from any ON state to activate Turbo mode. Double-click again to return to the previous brightness level.

6.2 Special Modes (Strobe, SOS, Beacon)

• Strobe: Triple-click the Electronic Switch rapidly from any ON state to activate Strobe mode.
• SOS: From Strobe mode, double-click the Electronic Switch to cycle to SOS mode.
• Beacon: From SOS mode, double-click the Electronic Switch to cycle to Beacon mode.
• To exit special modes, single-click the Electronic Switch to return to the previously used general mode.

6.3 Color Light Operation (RGB)

When the Rotary Switch is set to Color Light mode:

• Single-click the Electronic Switch to cycle through different colors (e.g., Green, Cyan, Blue, Red, Yellow).
• Long-press the Electronic Switch to activate a smooth color transition or adjust color intensity (specific behavior may vary).

Image: Visual representation of light output for Main Light, Side White Light, and various Color Light modes.

6.4 Lockout Mode

To prevent accidental activation:

• Activate Lockout: From OFF, rapidly click the Electronic Switch four times. The flashlight will flash once to indicate lockout mode is active.
• Deactivate Lockout: Rapidly click the Electronic Switch four times. The flashlight will turn on in Moonlight mode, indicating lockout is deactivated.

6.5 Battery Level Indicator

When the flashlight is ON, the indicator light provides real-time battery status:

• Green (Constant On): 100% - 50% battery remaining.
• Red (Constant On): 50% - 10% battery remaining.
• Red (Flashes): 0% - 10% battery remaining.

When the remaining battery is lower than 10%, the red indicator will keep flashing. The flashlight automatically turns off when the battery voltage is lower than 2.8V to protect the battery.

Image: Comparison of Main Light (spot) and COB Light (flood) output, demonstrating their different beam patterns.

7. Maintenance

• Clean the flashlight body with a soft cloth.
• Lubricate threads and O-rings regularly with silicone grease to maintain water resistance.
• Replace O-rings if they become damaged to ensure waterproof integrity.
• If the flashlight is not used for a long time, remove the battery to prevent potential damage from leakage.

8. Troubleshooting

• Flashlight does not turn on:
  • Check if the battery is inserted correctly with the positive (+) terminal facing the head.
  • Ensure the tail cap is screwed on tightly.
  • Charge the battery; it might be depleted.
  • Check if the flashlight is in lockout mode (see section 6.4).
• Light output is dim or flickering:
  • The battery may be low; recharge it.
  • Clean the battery contacts and flashlight threads.
• Flashlight gets hot quickly:
  • This is normal for high-output flashlights, especially in Turbo mode. The IF24 PRO has advanced temperature regulation to prevent overheating.

9. User Tips

• The Sofirn IF24 PRO offers a good variety of modes, making it adaptable for different lighting needs.
• Its compact size combined with powerful output makes it a convenient tool.
• The large side light provides a very wide and bright beam, excellent for area illumination.
• Experiment with the RGB color modes; they can be quite fun and useful for signaling or ambient lighting.
• Consider this flashlight as a great gift due to its versatility and multiple functions.

10. Warranty and Support

Sofirn provides a warranty for its products. For detailed warranty information and customer support, please refer to the official Sofirn website or contact your retailer.

A comprehensive user manual in PDF format is available for download:

Download User Manual (PDF)

Manufacturer Information:

Producer: SHENZHEN CITY JINBA TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD
Address: A1105 JIESHUN TECHNOLOGY CENTER, NO.5 GUANSHENG 2 ROAD, LUHU COMMUNITY, GUANHU STREET, LONGHUA DISTRICT, SHENZHEN 518000, CHINA

Manufacturer: Dongguan City Jinba Lighting Technology Co.,Ltd
Address: 401/501, Building 813, 12 Jingdong Road, Fenggang, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province

EU Representative (EC REP): C&E Connection E-Commerce (DE) GmbH
Address: Zum Linnegraben 20, 65933, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Email: info@ce-connection.de
Phone: +4901746508451

Certifications: CE, FC, RoHS