Portronics Lumistick — Complete Guide

Modified on Tue, 3 Nov at 3:15 PM

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Product Overview

The Portronics Lumistick Smart Selfie Stick is a portable selfie stick with a tripod stand, detachable Bluetooth remote and detachable fill lights. It supports iOS and Android smartphones and can be used for selfies, group photos, vlogging and video recording.

The stainless-steel extension pole reaches up to 1160mm. The phone holder rotates through 360° and the head can be adjusted through 270° to help frame shots at different angles.

Quick Reference

FeatureDetails
ProductPortronics Lumistick - Smart Selfie Stick
Product CodesPOR 2040 (Black), POR 2360 (White)
Main MaterialABS + Stainless Steel
Folded Length210mm
Extended Length1160mm
Product Size210 × 59 × 38mm
Product Weight220g
Phone CompatibilityiOS and Android
Supported Phone Width64–100mm (6.4–10cm)
BluetoothVersion 5.3
Phone Holder Rotation360°
Head Rotation270°
Fill Light ModesWhite, Warm and Natural; Soft and Bright levels
Remote BatteryReplaceable CR1632
Warranty6 months

What's Included

The product sheet lists:

ItemQuantity
Smart Selfie Stick1
User Manual1

The product listing also states that a USB cable is included for charging. Confirm the cable and accessories supplied in your retail package.

Parts & Controls

Part / ControlFunction
Stainless-Steel PoleExtends the selfie stick up to 1160mm
Phone ClampHolds the smartphone
Power KeySlides UP to turn the stick / remote ON and DOWN to turn it OFF
Photo KeyTakes photos or controls camera video
Fill LightProvides additional illumination
Fill-Light Power ButtonTurns the light ON/OFF and changes light settings
Tripod StandOpens from the handle to support hands-free use
Detachable Bluetooth RemoteCan be removed from the stick for remote capture

Phone Compatibility and Mounting

The product supports iOS and Android phones with a stated width of 64–100mm (6.4–10cm).

  1. Slide or push the phone clamp upward to open it.
  2. Place the phone securely inside the holder.
  3. Release the clamp so it grips the phone.
  4. Check that the phone is secure before extending the pole or opening the tripod.

Switching the Selfie Stick ON and OFF

  • Slide the Power Key UP to turn the power ON.
  • Slide the Power Key DOWN to turn the power OFF.

When switched ON, the remote indicator flashes while it searches for a phone to pair.

Pairing the Bluetooth Remote

  1. Turn ON Bluetooth on your phone.
  2. Slide the Power Key UP to turn ON the selfie stick / remote.
  3. The indicator light flashes quickly to show pairing mode.
  4. Open your phone's Bluetooth settings.
  5. Search for Selfie.
  6. Select Selfie to connect.
  7. The indicator light turns OFF after successful pairing.

The official product listing specifies Bluetooth 5.3.

Taking Photos

  1. Make sure the selfie stick is paired with your phone.
  2. Open the phone's camera application.
  3. Press the Photo Key.
  4. The indicator light flashes and the camera takes a picture.

Using the Remote for Video

  1. Connect the Bluetooth remote to your phone.
  2. Open the phone's Camera app or another camera app.
  3. Switch to Video mode.
  4. Press the remote button to start recording.
  5. Press the button again to stop recording.

Removing the Detachable Remote

  1. Pull the stainless-steel pole out first as shown in the product diagram.
  2. Slide the remote upwards to remove it from the stick.
  3. Use the detached remote for taking photos after it is connected to your phone.

Opening the Tripod

  1. Hold the selfie stick securely.
  2. Open the handle outward to convert it into tripod mode.
  3. Spread the tripod legs fully.
  4. Place the tripod on a flat, stable surface.
  5. Check that the stand is stable before releasing the phone.

Extending the Selfie Stick

  1. Hold the stick securely.
  2. Pull the stainless-steel pole upwards to extend it.
  3. Extend it to the required length, up to 1160mm.
  4. Check that the pole is stable before using the phone.

Do not pull the pole beyond its intended travel or apply excessive force.

Adjusting the Shooting Angle

  • 360° phone-holder rotation for horizontal or vertical shooting.
  • 270° head rotation for adjusting the shooting angle.

Adjust the holder gently and check that the phone remains securely clamped.

Using the Detachable Fill Light

The fill light offers three colour-temperature modes, each with Soft and Bright settings.

Light ModeAvailable Levels
White LightSoft, Bright
Warm LightSoft, Bright
Natural LightSoft, Bright

Switching the Fill Light ON

  1. Press and hold the fill-light Power Button for approximately 2 seconds.
  2. The light turns ON.
  3. Press the button again to cycle through the lighting settings.

Switching the Fill Light OFF

Press and hold the fill-light Power Button at any time to turn the light OFF.

Charging the Fill Light

The fill-light charging indicator is as follows:

IndicatorStatus
Red light ONCharging
Red light OFFFully charged

Remote Sleep and Automatic Shutdown

SituationRemote Behaviour
Switched ON but not paired / no operationAutomatically powers down after 5 minutes
Paired but inactiveEnters sleep mode after 10 minutes
No activity after entering sleepShuts down after a further 10 minutes
Waking from sleepPress any button to wake the device
Automatic reconnectionReconnects to the previously paired phone when switched ON or woken, if the phone Bluetooth is enabled

Replacing the Remote Battery

Replace the battery with the same specified type.

  • Install it in the correct orientation.
  • Do not expose batteries to direct sunlight, fire or excessive heat.
  • Keep coin-cell batteries away from children.
  • Dispose of used batteries responsibly.

Troubleshooting

IssuePossible CauseRecommended Action
Remote does not connectBluetooth is OFF or remote is not in pairing modeTurn ON Bluetooth, slide the Power Key UP and search for Selfie
Indicator keeps flashingPairing has not completedSelect Selfie in the phone's Bluetooth list
Remote shuts down5-minute unpaired inactivity timerSwitch it ON again and pair
Remote enters sleep mode10 minutes of paired inactivityPress any button to wake it
Fill light does not turn ONLight is OFF or battery is lowHold the light button for 2 seconds and check the charge
Fill light does not change modeButton action not performedPress the light button again to cycle modes
Phone is looseClamp is not gripping phone widthReposition the phone within the 64–100mm range
Tripod is unstableLegs are not fully opened or surface is unevenSpread the legs and use a flat, stable surface

Safety & Care

  • Keep the phone securely clamped before extending or moving the selfie stick.
  • Open the tripod fully and place it on a stable surface.
  • Do not extend the pole beyond its 1160mm limit.
  • Do not apply excessive force to the clamp, pole, remote or tripod.
  • Keep the product and fill light away from water and moisture.
  • Do not expose the CR1632 battery to sunlight, fire or excessive heat.
  • Keep button batteries away from children.
  • Switch OFF the product when not in use.

Still stuck?

If the issue persists after performing all troubleshooting steps, please raise a support request.

Our support team will assist you further.

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