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SmallRig Control Panel for Select COB LED Video Monolights

BH #SM3980 • MFR #3980
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SmallRig Control Panel for Select COB LED Video Monolights
Key Features
  • Wired Remote Light Controller
  • Adjust Brightness, Color Temp, Effects
  • 2" LCD Screen
  • Magnetic Mount with Stand Clamp
This Control Panel from SmallRig is a wired controller designed for RC 350, RC 450, RC 220B, RC 220D, RC 220B, RC 220C, RC350D, and RC450B series LED video monolights. The 2" LCD screen shows real-time settings and allows you to adjust brightness, color temperature, built-in special effects, and reset Bluetooth for wireless app control. The control panel comes with a super clamp and magic arm with a magnetic connector that can be secured to a light stand for easy operation.
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SmallRig 3980 Overview

This Control Panel from SmallRig is a wired controller designed for RC 350, RC 450, RC 220B, RC 220D, RC 220B, RC 220C, RC350D, and RC450B series LED video monolights. The 2" LCD screen shows real-time settings and allows you to adjust brightness, color temperature, built-in special effects, and reset Bluetooth for wireless app control. The control panel comes with a super clamp and magic arm with a magnetic connector that can be secured to a light stand for easy operation.

Additional Details
  • Control panel is separate from the light for more reliability when the fixture is 9.8 to 13' above, or if it cannot be controlled via the switch or the app
  • LCD screen shows lighting parameters and allows adjustments for brightness, color temperature, built-in special effects, and special effect frequency in real-time
  • 9.8' cable connects the light via a mini connector that has a lock catch to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation
  • Super clamp with magic arm and magnet helps secure the control panel anywhere you like

SmallRig 3980 Specs

General
Compatibility
SmallRig COB LED Video Light RC 350 / COB LED Video Light RC 450 / Bi-Color COB LED Video Light RC 220B / RGB LED Monolight RC 220C / Daylight COB LED Monolight RC 220D / Bi-Color COB LED Video Light RC 450B / RGB LED Monolight RC350D
Inputs/Outputs
Other I/O
1 x Locking Mini-XLR Connector, Female
Power
Power Source
Proprietary Interface
Physical
Mounting
1x Magnet
Color
Black / Silver
Material of Construction
Plastic
Cable Length
9.8' / 3 m
Dimensions
4.7 x 2.8 x 1.2" / 12 x 7 x 3 cm
Weight
6.6 oz / 188 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.145 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.9 x 6.3 x 3.3"

SmallRig 3980 Reviews

Don’t try to work without it

By Tim
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-12-18

I love this thing and use it 100% of the time, it’s just a good thing to have. Get it.

Definitely helps with working fast

By Jacob
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-08

I got this as a package deal with the 450. It's nice to not have to lower the light and makes the workday a bit easier. Does the trick - and it fits in the 450 case that's included with the light.

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Can you extend the cable somehow if you need more

Can you extend the cable somehow if you need more than the 10'?
Asked by: Jacob
The SmallRig Control Panel for Select COB LED Video Monolights (B&H# SM3980) comes with a cable that is 10' (about 3m) long. Since no extension cable is available (at least as of the time of this writing) for it, if you need an option for more distant control then you'll want to use the SmallRig DMX Adapter for RC 350/450 (B&H# SM4390) with appropriate lights and with a DMX controller. All of those are separate purchases.
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2026-04-12
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