BLUESHAPE MVBELT User Manual

The user is being alerted of the importance of going through the literature
accompanying this product and familiarising oneself with the important safety and
operating instructions included.

Introduction:

MVBELT

Belt mount system for V-lock type

battery packs

The BLUESHAPE MVBELT system is designed to provide cameramen with a versatile power
source for their equipment. The unit operates with any V-lock type battery. An efficient DC-DC
converter steps down the battery voltage to a steady 8.4V supply compatible with Mini-DV cameras.
At the same time, a nominal 14.8V is available both through the D-tap connector and the in line XLR
socket provided.

The unit is intended for wearing on a waist belt by means of the large stainless steel spring provided

A large internal heat sink ensures that the device remains at a comfortable temperature for the
comfort of the operator.

The electronics of the unit are housed in a sturdy metal case resistant to impact and daily use.

Although the unit is protected against over-current, it is nevertheless recommended that the
maximum continuous current drawn out from the unit should not exceed 5A.

Main features:

 Small light-weight V-Mount system that can be attached to any waist belt (not provided)

 Easy to insert and remove

 Allows the installation of a single battery of type BV070, BV100, BV140, BV175 or BV210

 Provides 3 alternative and simultaneous power sources:

1. a nominal 14.8V through an XLR connector (pin 4)

2. steady 8.4V available through the same XLR connector (pin 3)

3. a nominal 14.8V through a D-Tap connector

 Versatile and ideal solution for DV cameras, portable light systems and additional equipment -

power several devices from the same battery.

 Special cables with battery eliminators are available to fit the most popular Mini-DV camcorders

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Connection diagram:

Diagram showing polarity of female in-line XLR connector provided with this unit

Technical Specifications:

Connection V-Lock type

Output
Voltage

Important note: if XLR and D-Tap 11 to 16.8V sources are both in use, then max power of 70W is
to be shared between them

Dimensions 142 x 82 x 40 mm
Weight 550 g

* Refer to connection diagram above

XLR - pin 4 11V to 16.8V - max 5A (70W)*
XLR - pin 3 Steady 8.4V - max 4.6A (40W)*
*Please note that pin 2 is not connected

D-Tap 11V to 16.8V - max 5A (70 W)

Warranty:

BLUESHAPE MVBELT belt mount systems are warranted to be free from defects in materials,
workmanship and functionality for a period of 18 months commencing from the date of purchase.
This warranty shall not apply to any products or parts of, that have been subjected to misuse,
negligence, accidental or abnormal conditions of operation.
The buyer should always contact the place of purchase for any return of defective product. It is
important that the buyer provides us with as much information as possible about the failure being
claimed.
In the event of product failure for which warranty applies, we will repair or replace the product free of
charge. In these cases, all expenses including transport charges will be borne by us.
In the case where the failure has been caused by one of the causes explained above, repairs shall be
billed at a nominal cost. Prior to the carrying out of any repairs, we will inform the customer of the
estimated costs of these repairs.
These warranty conditions are the only ones applicable to our products and overrule any other
expressed or implied warranties. We shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from warranty
statements other than those contained in this declaration.
In all warranty claims, the buyer must reproduce the original purchase invoice.

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