User Manual

7. iPad Compatible (Low Power) vs Full Power Mode
Launchpad Mini defaults to its iPad-compatible low power mode. If you connect it to a desktop or laptop computer, you can switch it to full power mode
instead, which makes the LEDs much brighter.
To put Launchpad Mini into full power mode:
Launchpad Mini will not work with an iPad in full power mode, unless you use a separate powered USB hub.
Get Started
Why not try the Novation Launchpad App?
It’s free on the Apple iTunes Store.
Press the green button to exit
Hold down buttons 5, 6, 7 & 8 while connecting the USB cable
Then Press either of the Red lit pads to select a power mode
(left for high, right for low)