Anton-Bauer Trimpac 13-14, ProPac 13-14 User Manual

ProPac
Trimpac

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BATTERY SYSTEM

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13/14

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13/14

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OWNER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FEATURES ...................................................................................... 1

HIGH VOLTAGE DESIGN ............................................................... 1

APPLICATIONS...............................................................................2

PROPAC

TRIMPAC
CHARGING WITH LOGIC SERIES

“OVER-DISCHARGED” BATTERIES.............................................. 4

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE .................................................. 5

GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE AND

MAXIMUM LIFE................................................................................ 6

SHORT / FUSE REPLACEMENT.................................................... 7

CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR...................................................... 8

SERVICE.......................................................................................... 9

SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 10

Warranty - Logic Series Battery.................................................... 10

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CHARGERS......................... 3

FEATURES

1. Premium Fast Charge Cells - Unlike conventional cells that are

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

2. High Voltage Design

- The 13.2 or 14.4 volt design of the Logic
Series battery complies precisely with equipment manufacturers’
specifications, eliminating all the problems that cripple 12 volt
batteries.

3. Impac

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Case design - The computer designed high impact case

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.

4. Gold Mount

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Interface - The solid metal “H” design 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

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camera mounts and accessories.

5. Individual Computer Testing

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

HIGH VOLTAGE DESIGN

Virtually all cameras/camcorders will indicate a low voltage warning or
cease to operate at about 11 volts. Unfortunately, a 12 volt battery must be
discharged to 10 volts for full discharge. Thus, a camera/camcorder
operating on a 12 volt NiCad will always cease to operate before fully
discharging the battery, leaving 50% of the total capacity unused under
certain conditions. The amount of this wasted capacity can vary each day
depending on temperature, etc., thus creating what appears to be totally
inconsistent performance.

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The Logic Series® battery, like all professional Anton/Bauer® camera
batteries, is designed only in 13.2 volt and 14.4 volt configurations with
full discharge ratings of 11 and 12 volts respectfully. Thus, the Logic
Series battery will always deliver 100% capacity before the equipment
ever reaches its cutoff point. Moreover, this dependability is not affected
by temperature, memory, age or any of the other factors that can cripple a
12 volt battery.

APPLICATIONS

Virtually all cameras, camcorders, and other video field equipment
specifies a maximum voltage of 17 volts. A 14.4 volt battery will provide
superior performance and greater run time on that equipment.

CAUTION: Certain older equipment is not designed to accept 14.4
volt NiCad batteries. The 14.4 volt Logic Series battery could damage
such equipment. Check with the equipment manufacturer or the
Anton/Bauer Service Center prior to using a 14.4 volt battery. If a
question of applicability exists, the 13.2 volt Logic Series battery is
fully compatible with any equipment specifying a “12 volt DC source”.

PROPAC

The ProPac battery is the ideal source for all cameras and camcorders.
With an accessory Gold Mount Bracket, it can be used to power color
monitors, waveform monitors, vector scopes and virtually any other video
equipment designed to be operated from 12 volt DC power.

The ProPac battery is also the preferred power source when using the
Anton/Bauer Ultralight
Gold Mount Bracket features an integral “PowerTap
power the Ultralight directly from the battery powering the camera or
camcorder.

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or Ultralight 2 “on-camera” accessory light. The

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” receptacle that can

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TRIMPAC

The lightweight high energy Trimpac battery is the ideal match for the
latest generation of smaller CCD cameras and camcorders. The Trimpac
will provide excellent run times in applications previously using slide-in
type batteries. Run time improvements to 100% are quite common with
the Trimpac.

CHARGING WITH LOGIC SERIES CHARGERS

Charge this battery fully before using. Allow the battery to reach a steady
green (Lifesaver
Series chargers. The flashing red and green lights indicate the charger and
battery are establishing communications. The following are the standard
indications on any Logic Series Lifesaver Charger (Please refer to the
charger manual for complete charger instructions):

• Alternating red and green: Evaluating battery and/or

• Steady red: Battery waiting to charge (may either be in line to

• Flashing red: Charging.

• Flashing green: Balancing mode. Battery is typically more the

• Steady green: Lifesaver mode. Batteries will remain 100%

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) mode before using. Charging is automatic on all Logic

rejuvenating low voltage battery.

charge or holding for temperature stabilization).

80% charged.

ready for use indefinitely.

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The battery should remain on the charger until just prior to being used.
The patented Lifesaver maintenance routine keeps the battery 100% charged
and balanced by eliminating the typical self-discharge that can cripple a battery
that is stored for any length of time on the shelf. Do not remove the Logic
Series batteries from the charger more than 8 hours prior to actual use. For best
results, this battery should be returned to the Logic Series charger within 48
hours of being used. Please read the individual charger Owner’s Manual to
become acquainted with the many unique features of the Logic Series chargers.

“OVER-DISCHARGED” BATTERIES

An “over-discharged” voltage state is caused by leaving a battery operated
device unattended and allowing the battery to drain beyond the low voltage
warning point of the equipment.

Low voltage “over-discharged” batteries can also be caused by allowing
batteries to remain off the charger for extended periods. Returning batteries to
the Logic Series Lifesaver
batteries in the Lifesaver mode until just prior to using will avoid this type of
“over-discharge” condition.

A battery that has been inadvertently allowed to become “over-discharged” will
automatically trigger a special rejuvenation routine contained in all
Anton/Bauer Logic Series Chargers. In such cases the red/green alternating
LED’s, on the charger, indicate that the automatic rejuvenation cycle is
bringing the battery back up to a safe charging voltage. When the Logic Series
Charger verifies there are no thermal violations, it will begin a complete charge
cycle (Red flashing LED).

In the extreme case that a battery is over-discharged, the rejuvenation charge
routine will not be initiated by the charger until all other batteries have
completed their fast charge routines. Therefore, an extremely over-discharged
battery can be installed on a Logic Series Charger without the charger
indicating recognition.

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Charger as soon as possible after use, and leaving

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

The Logic Series battery incorporates unique battery management
features. Together with Anton/Bauer diagnostic accessories, an effective
preventative maintenance program can easily be created to optimize the
return on battery investment and greatly simplify battery management
operations.

The PowerCharger
Module), will provide a complete battery management system. The
PowerCharger will allow you to run diagnostic evaluations. (Please
reference the PowerCharger Owner’s Manual for additional information.)

The older style MP4-D, coupled with a DM-4, as well as an MP-4 or MP-8
complete with a PROBE
programs as a PowerCharger.

It is strongly recommended that all users of the Logic Series Battery
System have at least one PowerCharger complete with a DDM, MP4­D/DM-4 or MP-4, MP-8/PROBE combination. Such a combination can
also interface via the RS-232 port provided to a printer producing hard
copy battery reports automatically, calibrated capacity, and a complete
voltage/time discharge graph.

Logic Series batteries and chargers together form a battery management
system that will maximize battery performance, eliminate battery
problems in the field and reduce costs by prolonging battery life and
precluding equipment down time.

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, coupled with a DDM (Diagnostic Discharge

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, will allow you to run similar diagnostic

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GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE

AND MAXIMUM LIFE

1. Keep batteries cool or at room temperatures whenever possible.

Sustained elevated temperatures are the primary reason for
premature failure of NiCad batteries:

a. Charging - Charge batteries at room temperature. In warm

climates keep chargers in air conditioned rooms that are
maintained between 65°F to 85°F for best performance.

b. On assignment - Do not leave batteries in a hot vehicle trunk or

exposed to direct sunlight unnecessarily.

c. Storage - If batteries are not going to be used for several months,

they should be fully discharged, sealed in a plastic bag and

2. Use only Anton/Bauer Logic Series Lifesaver Chargers and keep

3. Return batteries to the Logic Series Charger as soon as possible after

4. Do not over-discharge batteries - It is quite proper to discharge a

5. Discharging the battery for diagnostic purposes should only be

6. Periodic cleaning of both the charger terminals and battery terminals

Cleaning the terminals with a pencil eraser or lightly scraping the

stored in a refrigerator or freezer.

batteries on the charger until just prior to being used.

use, preferably within 24 hours.

battery until a low voltage warning in the camera or VTR is observed.
However, a switch to a fresh battery should occur as soon as possible
following such indication.

performed on an occasional basis (once every 6-8 weeks at most).
Unnecessary discharging only detracts from overall life.

will ensure continued reliable operation. Dirty terminals may cause
the battery to indicate a steady red (“Hold”) mode on the charger.

surface with a blunt instrument will help prevent this situation.

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Anton/Bauer publishes a comprehensive “Video Battery Handbook” to
help you further maximize the life and performance of your new battery.
This guide is available, at no charge, by contacting Anton/Bauer at 1­800-422-3473 or 203-925-4991 or fax [phone].

SHORT / FUSE REPLACEMENT

The Logic Series ProPac battery has an integral externally replaceable fuse
located in the back (mounting side) of the battery:

CHARGE
STATUS

INDICATOR

“A”

ACTIVE FUSE

DIAGRAM A

SPARE FUSE

The fuse and spare fuse are easily replaced by edging a key into the
depressions marked “A” and prying the holders up. USE ONLY A

12.5A/125 volt FUSE FOR REPLACEMENT (Anton/Bauer P/N 3713-

1271). This will insure continued protection of your battery. Replacement
with other type fuses could cause battery failure in the event of circuit
overload. It is advised to replace the spare fuse as soon as possible. Place
the blown fuse into the spare fuse holder so as to retain it in the battery.

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The Trimpac batteries have an internal resettable fuse. If a short is placed
on the battery, the fuse will automatically “open”. When the short is
removed, the battery will resume to normal operation.

If the battery continues to blow fuses, test the equipment being powered
for any short circuit at the D.C. power input.

If no short is found, contact the Anton/Bauer Customer Support
Department for assistance at 1-800-541-1667 or 203-925-4991 or fax 203­929-9935.

CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR

This Logic Series battery has a manually selectable charge status indicator
located on the back of the battery (see Diagram A).

To Use:
Manually slide the selector to the right (towards the center of

Or
Manually slide the selector to the left (towards the outside edge

the battery back) to indicate a green or charged battery status.

of the battery back) to indicate a red or discharged battery status.

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SERVICE

In the unlikely event a Logic Series battery fails to deliver acceptable
performance it must be returned to the Anton/Bauer Service Center that is
the only facility qualified and equipped to service the Logic Series
batteries and calibrate the electronic components and sensors. Any
attempt by the user or any other unauthorized persons to service this
battery will surely result in improper calibration of the electronic
components resulting in severe battery damage and/or safety hazards to the
operator, in addition to voiding any/all remaining unconditional or pro­rated warranty conditions. Therefore:

1. DO NOT attempt to service this battery under any circumstances.

2. DO NOT send this battery for service to anyone other than the

Anton/Bauer Service Center.

3. DO NOT rebuild this battery - At the end of its useful life contact the

Anton/Bauer Service Center.

4. DO NOT DISPOSE OF THIS BATTERY. This battery contains

sealed Nickel-Cadmium cells and must be disposed of properly.
Anton/Bauer participates in a recycle program that handles Nickel­Cadmium battery products (see the back page of this manual).

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SPECIFICATIONS

PROPAC 13 PROPAC 14 TRIMPAC 13 TRIMPAC 14

OUTPUT

VOLTAGE

CAPACITY

(CELL

CAPACITY)

TYPICAL

RUN-TIME

WEIGHT

13.2v Nominal
11 ~ 15.4v

Operating

60 WH Nominal

(4 AH Rated)

@ 14w - 4 Hrs.
@ 18w - 3 Hrs.
@ 27w - 2 Hrs.

4.90 lbs. 5.25 lbs. 2.50 lbs. 2.75 lbs.

14.4v Nominal
12 ~ 16.8v

Operating

65 WH Nominal

(4 AH Rated)

@ 15w - 4 Hrs.
@ 20w - 3 Hrs.
@ 30w - 2 Hrs.

13.2v Nominal
11 ~ 15.4v

Operating

40 WH Nominal

(2.5 AH Rated)

@ 9w - 4 Hrs.
@ 12w - 3 Hrs.
@ 18w - 2 Hrs.

14.4v Nominal
12 ~ 16.8v

Operating

45 WH Nominal

(2.5 AH Rated)

@ 10w - 4 Hrs.
@ 13w - 3 Hrs.
@ 20w - 2 Hrs.

Warranty - Logic Series Battery

IMPORTANT: WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD MUST BE
MAILED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF PURCHASE TO QUALIFY FOR THIS
WARRANTY. Proper registration will also enable us to send you
important update information.

This new Anton/Bauer Logic Series battery has been 100% tested prior to
shipment and is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of three years from date of purchase when this battery is used
in conjunction with Anton/Bauer Logic Series Lifesaver Chargers. If the
battery is found to be defective or fails to meet minimum* capacity
specifications, the following will apply:

0-36 MONTHS - Anton/Bauer will repair or replace the product at
Anton/Bauer’s option - FREE OF CHARGE

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WARRANTY REGISTRATION, INCLUDING SERIAL NUMBERS OF
LOGIC SERIES LIFESAVER CHARGERS, MUST BE ON FILE AT
ANTON/BAUER TO QUALIFY FOR THIS 36 MONTH WARRANTY.

This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or
abuse, neglect, improper service or maintenance. Use of unauthorized
service, replacement parts or attachments will void this warranty. Misuse
includes any use of this product in other than its intended applications.

No responsibility is assumed for any special, incidental or consequential
damages. No other Warranty, written, oral or implied is assumed or
authorized by Anton/Bauer. The liability of Anton/Bauer hereunder is
expressly limited to a claim for a repair or replacement for the goods sold
or as otherwise stated herein.

This Warranty is to be construed and enforced in accordance with the law
of the State of Connecticut, including the provisions of the Uniform
Commercial Code as adopted and from time to time amended in the State
of Connecticut, and not the Convention for the International Sale of
Goods. This choice of Connecticut law is exclusive of any Connecticut
law that would require reliance on any law foreign to Connecticut. Should
any action of law or in equity be brought by any person under this
Warranty, such action shall be brought only in the United States District
Court for the District of Connecticut, or in any Superior Court in Fairfield
County, Connecticut, U.S.A.

*Performance is warranted at a minimum of 70% of rated capacity.

If you have any questions regarding applications or specifications, or to
obtain warranty service on this or any Anton/Bauer product, contact the
Anton/Bauer Customer Support Department. See back page for contact
information.

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