Aputure STORM 80c firmware
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Latest firmware for the Aputure STORM 80c is v2.2 (March 13, 2026).
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STORM 80c firmware changelog
Firmware history
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Minor updates for 80c This update must be performed with a USB drive. The update over Sidus Link and Sidus Link Pro will be coming soon.
New Features
- Bluetooth Firmware Upgrade Support: After installing this version, future firmware updates can be performed directly via Bluetooth.
- Added 7 Fan Control Modes: Provides more refined thermal management options to balance noise levels and cooling performance for different use cases.
- Smart, Max, High, Medium, Low, Delay, Silent
Improvements
- Removed DMX Controlled Fan option from Fan Menu. User now selects DMX Control Profiles for DMX Controlled Fan.
- Optimized DMX smoothing performance.
- Improved user interface and interaction experience.
Bug Fixes
- Resolved an issue where duv values would drift with brightness changes when controlling the fixture in DMX CCT mode.
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Minor updates for 80c This update must be performed with a USB drive. The update over Sidus Link and Sidus Link Pro will be coming soon.
Improvements
- Improved fan control behavior to enhance cooling reliability during normal operation.
- Modified overheating notification behaviors.
- Improved error log performance and reliability for more accurate tracking of fixture issues.
- Improved DMX control responsiveness for more stable and predictable control behavior.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed Factory reset behavior for CRMX reset.
- Fixed the VRGB DMX Control Profiles.
- Fixed an issue where fan error could prevent the fan from spinning correctly.
- Fixed issues related to fan malfunctions that could affect normal fixture operation.
- Fixed Sidus Link mode switching bug where the light would not change modes.
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Update for the Storm 80c that includes Auto-Patching and Auto-Configuration capabilities for Sidus Link Pro. This update must be performed with a USB drive. The update over Sidus Link and Sidus Link Pro will be coming soon.
New Features
- Supports Auto-Patching and Auto-Configuration for Sidus Link Pro V2.0
Optimizations
- Optimized processing speed for DMX functions.
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Bug Fixes for STORM 80c This update must be performed with a USB drive. Update over Sidus Link and Sidus link Pro coming soon.
Optimizations
- When using the Back button shortcut to reset Sidus BT, it should also enable Sidus BT and set the intensity to 0%.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed bug where the fan speed mode, when controlled via DMX, caused flicker at low brightness levels.
- Fixed Bluetooth mode conflict with CRMX TX mode.
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Summary of the Updates to STORM 80c Release 1/28/25 This update must be done on USB. It cannot yet be updated over Sidus Link or Sidus Link Pro.
Optimizations
- Resolved: Hue color adjustments in HSIC+ mode for improved accuracy.
- Removed: Temperature Compensation Algorithm (TCA).
- Adjusted: Hue range in HSIC+ mode to 0° - 359.9° for expanded precision.
- Resolved: Resolution issue in the RGBACL 16-bit DMX Profile for smoother control.
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Optimizations
- Modified the HSIC+ color model.
- Optimized the runtime of TV, Chase, and Fireworks lighting effects.
- Optimized DMX control interface.
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