Anton-Bauer LOGIC User Manual

DIGITAL

Digital ProPac 14

Digital Trimpac 14

OWNER’S MANUAL

BATTERY SYSTEM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT..............................................................................1

INTRODUCTION .......................................................................2

FEATURES................................................................................2

HIGH VOLTAGE DESIGN .........................................................4

APPLICATIONS.........................................................................5

DIGITAL PROPAC..................................................................5

DIGITAL TRIMPAC.................................................................5

HIGH RATE DISCHARGE .........................................................6

DIGITAL PROPAC..................................................................6

DIGITAL TRIMPAC.................................................................6

CHARGING WITH LOGIC SERIES CHARGERS......................7

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

LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD)...........................................9

RealTime DISPLAY INDICATIONS................................. ........11

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ..........................................12

GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE AND

MAXIMUM LIFE.......................................................................13

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

SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................16

LIMITED WARRANTY Logic Series DIGITAL Battery .............17

IMPORTANT

The Logic Series DIGITAL battery has been specifically designed to
be charged with the Anton/Bauer Logic Series InterActive Chargers
ONLY (any InterActive 2000 PowerCharger, MP-4D, Quad, Dual,
MP-2, Q2, ABC-800H or CPS-2). These Chargers were developed in
anticipation of the DIGITAL battery and include the proper
DIGITAL interface circuitry.

Since all programming is contained on one single EPROM chip, earlier
Logic Series Charger models already in the field may not contain the
latest DIGITAL software. The DIGITAL batteries will simply require
a new EPROM chip to set up complete communication.

Replacement EPROM chips are available by contacting the
Anton/Bauer Customer Support Group at 1-800-541-1667 or 203-929­1100 or fax [phone].

THE DIGITAL BATTERY CAN
STANDARD ANTON/BAUER LIFESAVER CHARGERS (LSQ4,
LSFC, LSQC, etc.) OR NON-ANTON/BAUER CHARGERS. Call
the Anton/Bauer Customer Support Group if there is any question of
charger compatibility.

NOT BE USED WITH

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INTRODUCTION

The Logic Series Digital Battery System couples the most advanced
NiCad battery and charging technology with the first and only capacity
measurement system in the industry.

The Anton/Bauer DIGITAL battery uses InterActive Logic Series
technology which includes sensors, a microprocessor controller and data
circuits in the battery to communicate with an Anton/Bauer charger as
well as video cameras for precise and dependable performance. The
microprocessor actually allows the battery to learn its capacity as it is
used, constantly updating the status of the fuel gauge. This unique “self­calibrating” or “learning” function is only available with Anton/Bauer
batteries.

When used in conjunction with the Anton/Bauer InterActive 2000
PowerChargers, the LCD on the charger provides a “window” into the
battery - displaying all the critical battery information and status essential
for maintaining peak performance of any type of video field equipment.

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 DIGITAL 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.

- Accurately displays the percentage of remaining

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3. Viewfinder Fuel Gauge Display - The DIGITAL battery was

developed in cooperation with all the major equipment manufacturers
including Sony, Ikegami, Panasonic, JVC, BTS, and Hitachi. Cameras
and camcorders are now available that feature Anton/Bauer compatible
InterActive systems that connect with the DIGITAL battery “Fuel
Computer” and display an accurate “Fuel Gauge” of remaining battery
capacity in the viewfinder.

4. Battery Management Data

Logic Series Lifesaver PowerChargers, MP-4D or MP-2 chargers
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.

5. Premium Fast Charge Cells

stressed or damaged by fast charging, these cells are designed
specifically for optimum life and performance.

6. High Voltage Design

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

7. Impac Case design

eliminates conventional stress points. A proprietary internal rib
system cradles each individual cell. These features protect the cells
from impact that would damage or destroy conventional batteries.

- The built-in two level LCD in the

- Unlike conventional cells that are

- The 14.4 volt design of the Logic Series

- The computer designed high impact case

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