Anton-Bauer HyTRON 140, HyTron 100, HyTRON 50 User Manual

BATTERY SYSTEM

HyTRON

HyTRON™ 100

HyTRON

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140

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50

OWNER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT .................................................................................... 2

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................. 3

FEATURES ...................................................................................... 4

HIGH VOLTAGE DESIGN ............................................................... 5

CHARGING WITH LOGIC SERIES

CHARGERS..................................................................................... 7

OVER-DISCHARGED BATTERIES ................................................ 8

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD)...........................................8

RealTime

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DISPLAY INDICATIONS.........................................10

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ................................................ 11

GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE AND

MAXIMUM LIFE.............................................................................. 12

SERVICE........................................................................................ 15

SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 15

Warranty - InterActive 2000™ HyTRON™ Battery...................... 15

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INTERACTIVE®

IMPORTANT

The InterActive 2000 HyTRON battery represents the latest in video
battery technology. Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) is similar to NiCad
batteries in most characteristics. However, NiMH has more sensitive
charging and discharging parameters and requires a longer charge
time for optimum performance. The charge time is approximately 2-6
hours, depending on battery and charger combination.

Hytron batteries are specifically designed to be charged with current
InterActive or InterActive 2000 chargers with

SOFTWARE

REVISION 3.4 OR HIGHER. Old model Interactive

MP4D Quad, Lifesaver Dual, ABC800 cannot charge these batteries.

DO NOT attempt to charge on any charger not manufactured by

Anton/Bauer. Contact the Anton/Bauer
925-4991 if any questions of applicability exist.

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Customer Support Group at (203)

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INTRODUCTION

The development of the new InterActive 2000 HyTRON battery system has
been made possible by recent advancements in a cell technology originally
designed for the mobile computing industry. These nickel metal hydride
cells provide the highest energy density cell available. The high
performance of the new batteries is assured through the incorporation of the
pioneering InterActive technology of the Anton/Bauer Digital system. Each
battery is equipped with an on board “fuel computer” which monitors
energy put into and taken out of each HyTRON battery, as well as critical
operating characteristics and conditions. This data is communicated to the
InterActive charger to ensure safe and optimize reliable performance.

In addition, remaining battery capacity information is available to the
operator by means of an LCD display on each battery and in the
viewfinder of the most popular broadcast and professional camcorders.
The patented interface from the Digital battery to the camera viewfinder is
factory standard equipment in over 30 camera/camcorder models from five
leading manufacturers.

HyTRON is compatible with existing Anton/Bauer Logic Series InterActive
chargers already in the field, as well as the InterActive 2000 PowerCharger
line. Anton/Bauer Logic Series InterActive chargers were designed in
anticipation of new cell technologies, so chargers in the field require only a
single chip update to effectively address this new battery system, as well as
the standard ProPac
downward compatibility uniquely allows Anton/Bauer to introduce new
high performance cell technology seamlessly into existing battery
inventories. The new HyTRON battery will automatically identify itself to
the InterActive charger, activating the specialized charge routines necessary
to effectively utilize this new technology.

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and TrimPac® battery products. This upward and

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FEATURES

1. Microprocessor Fuel Computer - Accurately monitors the energy

put into and taken out of the battery. This data is processed with
sophisticated programs that take into account battery age, self
discharge, charge/discharge rate, cell imbalance and previously
experienced charge/discharge cycles. The HyTRON battery constantly
“learns” its precise state of charge and remaining capacity. This data
is automatically transmitted to an InterActive charger.

2. Integral ‘LCD’

battery capacity at all times.

3. Viewfinder Fuel Gauge Display

developed in cooperation with all the major equipment manufacturers
including Sony, Ikegami, Panasonic, JVC, BTS, and Hitachi.
Virtually all new cameras and camcorders available feature
Anton/Bauer compatible InterActive systems that connect with the
HyTRON battery “Fuel Computer” and display an accurate “Fuel
Gauge” of remaining battery capacity in the viewfinder. Reference
your camera/camcorders owners’ manual for proper menu settings.

4. Battery Management Data

Series InterActive PowerChargers provides access to vital
performance and historical data such as present available battery
capacity, calibrated battery capacity, battery serial number, date of
manufacture, and number of charge/discharge cycles. This data,
which is vital to creating an effective battery management and
maintenance program, can also be automatically accessed with a
printer when using a PowerCharger or MP4-D.

5. High Voltage Design

complies precisely with equipment manufacturers’ specifications,
eliminating all the problems that cripple 12 volt batteries.

- Accurately displays the percentage of remaining

- The HyTRON battery was

- the built-in two level LCD in the Logic

- The 14.4 volt design of the HyTRON battery

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6. Impac® Case design - The computer designed high impact case

eliminates conventional stress points. This feature protects the cells
from impact that would damage or destroy conventional batteries.

7. Gold Mount

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Interface - The solid metal mounting studs assure a

smooth, precise mounting for the life of the battery. The Logic Series
connector assembly features multiple gold plated, self aligning
contacts and is compatible with all existing Anton/Bauer camera
mounts and accessories.

8. Individual Computer Testing

- Like all professional Anton/Bauer
batteries, the InterActive 2000 HyTRON battery has been individually
computer tested. For assurance of optimum capacity, voltage and
overall quality, a computer print-out is enclosed.

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