Digital Camera Battery DCB40WB User Manual

Owner’s

Manual

Model # DCB80WB

Model # DCB40WB

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Safety Rules

1. Since the Digital Camera Battery can power so many different devices, make sure you are using
the proper cord. This includes the voltage, polarity , as well as the physical connector dimensions.

2. Inspect all cords and connectors prior to use. If a cord is damaged, return it to the factory with
payment of ½ the current list price and it will be replaced. This price includes all ground shipping
charges and taxes on replacement cords in the continental U.S.

3. Do not use high voltage adapters in wet locations. (V ery Dangerous!)

4. Do not expose the Digital Camera Battery to direct moisture. Although the Digital Camera Battery
was designed to handle high humidity ... IT IS NOT WATERPROOF . W ater damage voids the 1 year
parts and labor warranty .

5. Do not use chargers or cables unless they have been factory approved. Improper cables will
definitely damage your equipment and may even cause damage to the Digital Pursuits™ Camera
Battery. Never put meter probes into the Digital Camera Battery connectors! It is possible to
damage the unit if control pins are shorted or activated improperly by a meter’s load or voltage. An
improper charger will damage your Digital Camera Battery in a way that will void the 1 year parts and
labor warranty .

6. Do not remove the covers on the Digital Camera Battery . The only exception to this rule is when
changing the power cell. The factory does not charge for labor or ground shipping (continental U.S.
only) when replacing the power cell. Power cells replaced at the factory are charged, tested, and
charged again before returning to the customer. Include your charger when replacing cells. If we
find any problem with the charger it will be replaced at no additional cost. For customers outside the
U.S. contact your local dealer about obtaining power cells or service to save shipping cost.

7. Only the Power Cell designed to go in the Digital Camera Battery may be used. Power Cells made
from different chemistries can leak or even explode if used in the Digital Camera Battery . The Digit al
Camera Battery was designed with the highest capacity cells available for it’s intended environment.
NiCad batteries do not have the capacity to handle the charge and will leak. Lithium-Ion cells will not
handle the voltage and temperature extremes and are guaranteed to explode! Lead acid batteries
should never be used in our system. Only use the NiMH Power Cell provided by the factory in the
Digital Camera Battery .

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Operation

1. When you receive your Digital Camera Battery it can be used right out of the box. Each Digital
Camera Battery is fully tested at the factory . Each unit is completely charged and then discharged
through each connector. Unit s are charged before they are packaged. However, if the unit has been
exposed to extreme heat or has been on the shelf for some time, charging will be required. If this is
the case, plug the charger into the Digital Camera Battery and charge according to the specifications
on the back of this manual. Charging is complete when the unit is warm to the touch. Always remove
the Digital Camera Battery from it’s case and place in open air when charging to prevent overheating.
Always unplug the charger from the AC outlet when not in use.

2. After connecting the shoulder strap, mounting brackets, or belt clip, connect the cables to be used.
Power the Digital Camera Battery to the on position. When the GREEN L.E.D. comes on you may
turn on the equipment attached. Power is not available for a moment when the Digital Camera Battery
is first turned on. This allows the computer to perform a power up test and prevents overheating
should serious physical damage occur to the Digital Camera Battery .

3. When the YELLOW L.E.D. comes on it is recommended that the pack be recharged at this time.
Digital camera cables will continue to operate if they are below 8.5 volts. Some high voltage step-up
cables will shut down to allow the camera power for proper shutdown.

4. When the RED L.E.D. comes on, shut everything down, you have very little power remaining. If
your equipment has internal batteries, just swap out the Digital Camera Battery or use the internal
batteries as a backup. It is always a good idea to have a complete set of backup equipment.

5. When the RED L.E.D. Blinks, switch to another Digital Camera Battery . Y ou can leave the discharged
pack on. The Blinking RED L.E.D. will remind you to charge that pack at a later time. If the pack will
not be charged within 8 hours, turn the unit off to prevent deep discharge.

6. Do not rely on the recycle time of the flash to determine charge level of the Digital Camera Battery
as the power output is constant from start to finish. This consistent regulated power is one of the
Digital Camera Battery’s features no other battery pack on the market can match.

7. Do not expose the Digital Camera Battery to physical forces in excess of 100 G’s. While we advise
against dropping any equipment on the ground, accidents do happen, the padded carrying case will
help reduce the chance of damage in the event you drop your Digital Camera Battery .

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