[Sidus Link Pro] What's New in Version 2.2

Released 3-19-26

New Features

• Layout View
  A new view that allows users to select, organize, and control fixtures on a grid-based layout for faster visual programming and light selection.  Click here for more details 

• You can see the status of each light, whether it’s been selected, is active on the Stage, or is running a Cue. 
• Previews the color and output of your fixtures, including lights that are running inside Cues.
• You can also trigger Cues right from Layout View and watch them change in realtime.
• Pixel fixtures can be displayed as a single cell or broken out into individual pixels. 

• Enable DMX Output Control
  Added a DMX Output toggle under the Gear menu. When a subscription or trial ends, the output button locks and prompts the user to subscribe. Click here for more details.

• INFINIBAR Auto-Patching
  Use Aputure’s Auto-Patch and Auto-Configuration feature to automatically set up your INFINIBAR fixtures.  Click here for more details.
  • Download the update on Sidus Link Pro, Sidus Link or download here to updated over USB-C 

Enhancements

• DMX Settings Relocation
  Universe Settings and Output Protocols are now centralized in DMX Settings within Network Connections for faster access.
• 16-bit Control Options
  Variable, Strobe, Constant, and Control channels now support 16-bit precision.
• Add New Fixture Workflow
  Shows existing fixture profiles and allows adding additional fixtures of the same type quickly.
• Replace Fixture Workflow Improvements
  Replacing a fixture now preserves the current stage values on the new fixture. If the original fixture name was never customized, it updates to the default name of the replacement fixture. If it was renamed, the custom name is preserved. The replacement fixture is also added to the same groups as the original fixture.
• DMX Library Updates
  Library page refreshed with enlarged version number and update date; each entry now lists its firmware version.
• Library Firmware Page Updates
  Updated instructions and layout on the firmware download page for improved readability.
• Direct Slider Numeric Entry
  Tapping on CCT, Intensity, the Grand Master and all Slider values opens a direct-entry pop-up for numeric input.
• Numeric Input Improvements
  Brightness now supports three-digit input with automatic decimal placement. For example, entering 232 is interpreted as 23.2%.
• UI Improvements in Settings
  Added visible “Subscription Management” and “Account Information” titles with arrow icons to clarify clickable areas.
• Auto-Patching Filter Improvements
  The “Processing DMX Fixtures” page now filters out unsupported options for selected fixtures.
• sACN Output Priority
  Sidus Link Pro now transmits sACN priority values by default at 100, ensuring compliance with lighting-network protocol behavior.
• Fan Mode Updates for Sidus BT Fixtures
  Updated fan mode options for supported Sidus BT fixtures to match current fixture firmware capabilities.
• Sidus BT FX List Expansion
  Expanded the available System FX list for supported Sidus BT fixtures to include the full standard Aputure FX set.
• Folder Header Display
  When viewing the contents of a folder, the folder name and color are now displayed at the top of the screen.
• Grand Master Visibility Notice
  When Grand Master brightness is hidden and set to 0, a notification is now shown on the page.
• Clear Confirmation Update
  Added a second confirmation step to the Clear action. If “Don’t remind me again” is selected, the extra confirmation will not appear in future uses.
• When creating a profile, the CCT limit range is increased from 1500K-20000K to 1000K-20000K.

Bug Fixes

• Pixel Group Selection
  Fixed issue where selecting one pixel group and sliding to a higher group would deselect the original group.
• Cue Recording
  Cue names now save correctly when recorded in Channel View.
• Cue Transition Logic
  Addressed state retention when a subsequent cue omits a fixture from the previous state.
• Sidus BT Fan and White-Light Controls
  Moved these controls to the “Other” tab for consistent placement across light types.
• CCT and Green Slider Reset Behavior
  Double-tap resets now correctly return to 3200K and 0% without offset.
• Auto-Patch Confirmation Color for STORM 400x
  Standardized successful Auto-Patch indicator to static green light only.
• Pan/Tilt Defaults
  Corrected improper zero values so Pan and Tilt now default to centered mid-range values.
• DMX Constant Value Support
  Fixed an issue where DMX Constant Value settings in custom profile creation did not hold the assigned constant value.
• INFINIMAT Fan Mode Labeling
  Corrected the fan mode label for Delayed mode when controlling INFINIMAT lamp heads.
• NOVA 9 2x1 Language Pop-up Fixes
  Fixed mixed-language text in multiple Sidus BT pop-up dialogs so they now follow the selected app language.
• Pixel Fixture Cue Editing
  Fixed an issue where adjusting a single pixel cell on a fixture running in a cue caused all cells to stop.
• Multi-Select Effects Control
  Fixed an issue where Effects controls disappeared in multi-select workflows for compatible fixtures on matching DMX profiles.
• Auto-Patching STORM 80c Advanced Settings
  Removed incompatible Accessory Calibration Mode from the 80c advanced settings during Auto-Patching.