PAG V4-IPC Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

PAG V4-iPC

Intelligent Parallel Charger

Use the PAG V4-iPC

to power your camera

PAG V4-CPA Camera Power Adaptor

The PAG V4-CPA Camera Power Adaptor, is available as a separate
unit, and enables you to power your camera from an AC mains supply,
using the V4-iPC charger.

The V4-CPA, Model 9701V, is housed in a compact, impact resistant
case and can be connected to any channel on the V4-iPC Charger.

Connection to the camera can be made using PAG Adaptor Model
9450, XLR-4 male to female (coiled lead). The V4-CPA outputs 16.8V
at 5.5A and is suitable for use with modern broadcast cameras* which
use 14.4V / 14.8V Li-Ion batteries.

The PAG V4-CPA can only be used in conjunction with the V4-iPC
Charger.

PAG V4-CPA Camera Power Adaptor
Model No. 9701V
Size: 130 x 86 x 47mm
Weight: 198g

* May not be suitable for some older cameras. Please ensure voltage compatibility before use.

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Instruction Manual

CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

1 SAFETY 2

2 SPECIFICATION 3

3 INSTALLATION 5

4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5

5 SERVICING & REPAIRS 7

6 WARRANTY 8

PAG V4- iPC

Intelligent Parallel Charger

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SAFETY

SECTION 1

1.1 This manual contains important safety and operating instructions.
Please read these fully and note all warnings before using the charger.
Please follow all instructions and retain this manual for future reference.
A PDF version of this manual is available for download from the PAG
website at www.paguk.com.

1.2 The PAG V4-iPC charger is not intended for any use other than the
charging of batteries as detailed in Section 2 'Specification'.

1.3

IMPORTANT: Use only on AC supplies 90-265V, 50/60Hz. Supply
connection to the unit should be made using only the standard lead
supplied with this equipment.

1.4 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

1.5 Ensure that the ventilation slots are not obstructed when in use, e.g. do
not site the charger on a carpet, and ensure that nothing covers the
charger when it is in use.

1.6

WARNING: Indoor use only. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

1.7 Although the charger is short circuit protected, extreme care should
always be taken not to short circuit the battery itself. Rechargeable
batteries can deliver power at a very high rate, and short circuiting
even a partially charged battery could result in a fire or personal injury.

1.8 The charger is designed to accept PAG and Sony V-Mount Lithium-Ion
and Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries by direct connection. Do not
attempt to connect any other type of battery.

1.9

WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.

1.10 Users who are not qualified electronics technicians must not attempt to
disassemble the charger. There are no user-serviceable parts inside,
and incorrect re-assembly may result in a safety hazard.

1.11 Do not use the apparatus if it has been damaged in any way, such as
the supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped. In this event you should seek advice
from your nearest PAG Dealer, or direct from PAG Ltd., London, by
telephoning [phone].

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2.1 Model No. 9700V:

◗ Four simultaneous* fast-charging channels.
◗ Bright, informative Liquid Crystal Display.
◗ Intelligent Parallel Charging (iPC).
◗ Lightweight, travel-friendly design.

*Sequential when used with Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries.

2.2 Range of Batteries Charged:

◗ PAG V-Mount Lithium-Ion batteries.
◗ Sony V-Mount Lithium-Ion batteries.
◗ PAG V-Mount Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries.
◗ Sony V-Mount Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries.

2.3 Battery Connections:

V-Mount compatible connector.

2.4 Main Charge Program:

◗ Li-Ion Intelligent Parallel Charging program.
◗ Maximum output 6A at 16.8V.

2.6 Recovery Charge Program:

This special program will automatically recover a PAG or Sony V-Mount
Li-Ion battery where the output has been shut down. Additionally, the
program detects batteries having a very low voltage, and initiates a
special low charge current. The program will operate until the voltage
has risen sufficiently for batteries to safely accept the normal charge
current.

2.7 Self Test Program:

The internal microcomputer constantly monitors the battery under
charge or process as well as the operation of the charger’s own
functions which will be shut down to a safe condition should any of the
tests fail.

2.8 Mains Input:

90V to 265V AC. Frequency 50-60 Hz. EN6100-3-2 Power factor
corrected. Maximum consumption 140W.

2.9 Output Protection:

Charger protected against short circuit and excess battery voltage.

2.10 AC Mains Failure Protection:

Should mains failure occur during a charging program, or whilst the
charger is connected, it will shut down to a safe condition.

SPECIFICATION

SECTION 2

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2.11 User Interface:

Comprehensive Liquid Crystal Display showing status of battery and
charger. The charger is fully automatic in operation and no user
controls are provided.

2.12 Safety:

Designed to comply with electrical safety standard BS EN 60065 and
UL6500. NOTE: U.K. mains leads are fitted with a 1" fuse to BS1362
rated 5A as standard.

2.13 European Union Directives:

Complies with the following EU Directives:

◗ EMC Directive 89/336/EU.
◗ Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EU.

2.14 Operating Temperature Range:

0ºC to +40ºC (+32ºF to +104ºF).

2.15 Overall Dimensions:

160mm high x 191mm wide x 297mm deep.
(6.3" x 7.5" x 11.7" approximately).

2.16 Weight:

1.87kg (4.12lb approx.).

2.17 Typical Battery Charging Times:

Batteries: Charge Time:

1 x PAG L95 3hrs 15mins

2 x PAG L95s 4hrs

3 x PAG L95s 5hrs

4 x PAG L95s 6hrs 30mins

These times are approximate only, and
assume batteries are fully discharged.
Charging times will be less if batteries
are already partially charged.

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INSTALLATION

SECTION 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 4

3.1 V4-iPC chargers are fitted with a mains input socket conforming to
CEE22 (IEC socket). Mains supply connection to the charger should
be made using only the standard lead supplied with this equipment.

3.2 V4-iPC chargers have been designed for use on AC mains supplies
worldwide, and automatically accept supplies in the range 90V to
265V. Mains supply frequency must be in the range 50-60 Hz.

NOTE: V4-iPC chargers MUST NOT be operated from a vehicle 12V
battery using the PAG Vehicle Battery-Power Converter, Model No.

9774.

3.3 PAG TECHNICAL SALES AND INFORMATION DESK:
For further information, contact PAG Technical Sales and Information
Desk [phone] or your nearest PAG Authorised Service
Centre. Alternatively, visit the PAG Web Site at www.paguk.com.

4.1 IMPORTANT: Note section 4.16 Supply Failure. V4-iPC chargers may
be disconnected from the supply at any time in complete safety and
without damage to the charger or any batteries connected.

4.2 Connect the charger to a suitable supply using the standard lead.
The blue LCD screen will illuminate.

4.3 On power-up, the charger will automatically run a self test program.

4.4 With no batteries connected, the display will show ‘ABST’ on all four
channels.

4.5 When batteries are connected, charging will automatically commence
and the display will show ‘CHRG’ on the appropriate channels.

4.6 Li-Ion batteries are charged simultaneously, using PAG’s Intelligent
Parallel Charging program (see ‘Charging Times’ Section 2.17).
NOTE: Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries are charged sequentially.

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4.7 The battery status will show ‘DONE’ when a battery has received as
much charge as it can safely accept.

4.8 As Li-Ion batteries near the end of charge, the charge current is
reduced. This is perfectly normal for the ‘constant voltage’ phase of
the charge cycle.

4.9 During the charge phase, a white ‘ball’ will be seen moving around
the channels which have batteries connected, often on more than one
channel simultaneously. This is the ‘Process Indicator’ and shows the
user which channels are being processed at any given time.

4.10 Batteries may be removed, and others connected at any time, without
affecting the operation of the charger.

4.11 The charger will continue to monitor the status of all charging
channels. It will not attempt to charge batteries which are

ready

or

faulty

. If a battery is now disconnected, the battery status will revert to

the

absent

state. If a new battery is connected to the free channel, the
charging sequence will be initiated automatically. The order in which
batteries are connected is therefore immaterial; the charger will ensure
that all batteries are charged in as short a time as possible.

4.12 If the charger detects a faulty battery while the charging program is
running, the battery status will show ‘FAIL’. This could be caused by
one of several conditions, such as a very old or damaged battery, a
short circuit battery, or an excessively high or low voltage battery.

4.13 The charger will not recognise the connection of a battery which has
a voltage substantially outside of its range or one of unsuitable
chemistry type.

4.14 If the internal protection circuit of a PAG or Sony Lithium-Ion battery
should turn-off, for any reason, the battery display will not operate, and
there will be no voltage at the battery terminals. The V4-iPC incorp­orates a Recovery Charge program which will automatically turn the
protection circuit back on again.

4.15 If the charger should detect a fault during operation, it will shut down to
a safe condition with the message ‘SAFE SHUTDOWN’ on the screen,
and the reason for the shutdown (e.g. ‘UNIT OVERHEATED’) will be
shown. See Section 5.4 ‘Servicing and Repairs’.

4.16 If the AC mains power fails during operation, the charger will shut
down safely; no damage will occur to either the charger or the
batteries. When the mains power is restored the charger will default to
the main charge program.

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SERVICING & REPAIRS

SECTION 5

5.1 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not attempt any
servicing or repairs unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all
servicing or repairs to qualified servicing personnel. The charger
contains advanced electronics that do not require periodic
maintenance. Consequently there are no user serviceable parts inside.

5.2 Qualified electronics engineers who wish to gain access to internal
assemblies should note that parts of the power circuit retain a high
voltage even after the mains supply has been disconnected. Wait for a
period of five minutes following disconnection before commencing
disassembly, and be aware of charged capacitors.

5.3 When the charger is correctly connected to a mains supply and the
display is not functioning, it may be that a supply fuse has become
open circuit. Equipment supplied for use in the UK is supplied with a
standard UK mains cordset, complete with a moulded, fused plug. If
this fuse has become open circuit it should be replaced by another of
the correct rating (see ‘Specification’ section 2.12).

USE ONLY A FUSE
OF THE CORRECT RATING. If the replacement of the fuse fails to
correct the above symptoms, do not attempt further fuse replacement.
It is likely that a fault has developed. Seek advice from your nearest
PAG dealer or direct from PAG Ltd., London, by telephoning +44 (0)20
8543 3131.

5.4 V4-iPC chargers feature a fail-safe shutdown mode. In the unlikely
event of an internal malfunction, an error message will be displayed on
the screen, see 4.15 above. This could be the result of any number of
undesirable situations from which the system is protecting itself, such
as the obstruction of ventilation slots, causing inadequate cooling, or
the microcomputer’s detection of an internal fault. In these cases the
charger should be disconnected from the supply, any obstruction of
the air vent system removed, and the unit allowed to cool before
reconnecting to the supply. Should the charger re-enter the fail-safe
shutdown mode, more detailed investigation is required. Make a note
of the error message and seek advice from your nearest PAG dealer or
direct from PAG Ltd., London, by telephoning [phone].

5.5 Unqualified personnel should not attempt further investigation (see
paragraph 5.1 above). Any such interference would invalidate the
guarantee and invariably cause more damage than the original fault.

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SECTION 6

6.1 Notwithstanding any provision of any agreement the following
warranty is exclusive: PAG Limited warrants each V4-iPC charger it
manufactures to be free of defects in material and workmanship under
use and service for

TWO YEARS from the date of purchase. This
warranty extends only to the original purchaser. This warranty shall
not apply to fuses or any product or parts which have been subject to
misuse, neglect, accident or abnormal conditions of operation.

6.2 In the event of failure of a product covered by this warranty, PAG
Limited will repair and calibrate equipment returned to an authorised
service facility within the period of the warranty, provided the
warrantor’s examination discloses to its satisfaction the product was
defective. The warrantor may, at its option, replace the product in lieu
of repair. With regard to any equipment returned within this period,
said repairs or replacements will be made without charge. If the failure
has been caused by misuse, neglect, accident or abnormal conditions
of operation, repairs will be billed at a nominal cost. In such a case, an
estimate will be submitted before work is started, if requested.

6.3 The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or
implied, including but not limited to any implied warranty or merchant­ability, fitness or adequacy for any particular purpose or use. PAG
Limited shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential
damages, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise.

WARRANTY

SECTION 6

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We PAG Ltd.

London, England.

hereby declare that the products described below conform to the relevant require­ments of the appropriate EU Directives. This declaration shall cease to be valid if
modifications are made to the products without our approval.

PRODUCT: PAG V4-iPC Battery Charger

MODEL: 9700V

APPLICABLE EU DIRECTIVES: EMC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EU

LOW-VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 73/23/EU
CE MARKING DIRECTIVE 93/68/EU

HARMONISED STANDARDS APPLIED: GENERIC:

EN 50081 - 1 (EMISSIONS)
EN 50082 - 1 (IMMUNITY)

PRODUCT SPECIFIC: EN 55022 - B EN 60555 - 2/3

IEC 801 - 2/3/4 EN 60335 - 1
EN 60335 - 2 - 29

Signed for and on behalf of PAG Ltd.

Alan Lavender
Chief Executive. Date: 17.1.07

PAG Ltd.
565 Kingston Road
Raynes Park
London SW20 8SA

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