Gold Mount Intelligent Linking Batteries User Guide U5132G
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Contents Section Thank you for choosing PAGlink Gold Mount Intelligent Linking Batteries. Please read the important safety information and instructions before using your battery.
1. Introduction 1.1 Models covered by these instructions: PAGlink Gold Mount batteries are designed for compatibility with the Anton Bauer Gold Mount system. There is a choice between 96Wh and 150Wh capacities. Model Name Capacity Display 9306 PAGlink HC-PL94T 96Wh Numeric 9313 PAGlink HC-PL150T 150Wh Numeric 1.2 The unique PAGlink system allows up to 8 batteries to be linked for charge or discharge, regardless of their rated capacity or their stateof-charge. 1.
1. Introduction 1.6 PAGlink batteries can be hot-swapped to deliver continuous power, which means no more time-wasting camera reboots. 1.7 All PAGlink batteries feature a display that provides remaining runtime for the total of all linked batteries, and remaining capacity for each individual battery. 1.8 The battery display maintains accuracy by tracking performance and adjusting calibration values to compensate for the ageing of the cells. 1.
2. Specification 2.1 2.2 Cell Technology: Premium-grade Lithium-Ion sealed rechargeable cylindrical cells. Storage: -10°C to +40°C +14°F to +104°F Capacities: 2.6 Dimensions (L x W x H): 129mm (5”) x 87mm (3.42”) x 58mm (2.25”) 2.7 Weight: Model 9306: Model 9313: Model 9306: Nominal 6.4 Ampere-hours (94 Watt-hours). Models 9313: Nominal 10 Ampere-hours (150 Watt-hours). 2.3 Voltage: 14.8V nominal. 12 cells connected in series/parallel. Each cell has a nominal voltage of 3.7V. 2.
3. Charging 3.1 IMPORTANT: READ THE CHARGER HANDBOOK BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. 3.2 The following PAGlink chargers will charge PAGlink Gold Mount batteries, individually or linked, regardless of their capacity or state of charge: 3.
4. Discharging 4.1 The batteries incorporate a precision fixed end-of-discharge cutoff set to 12.5V, as measured by the battery. This cutoff will only operate if the battery capacity is less than 5%, eliminating unwanted operation due to high current and low battery temperature. 4.2 The maximum continuous discharge current for a single PAGlink Gold Mount battery is 10A.
5. Storage 5.1 PAGlink batteries can be left stacked on a charger until required; the charger will keep them topped-up ready for use. 5.2 For long-term storage, batteries should be in a half-charged state, and unlinked. Storing batteries linked accelerates the rate at which they self-discharge. 5.3 After 2 weeks of inactivity, PAGlink batteries will automatically enter sleep mode, which greatly reduces their rate of self-discharge. They can be woken prior to use by pressing the display button. 5.
6. Run-Time & Capacity Information 6.1 The Battery Display: The battery is able to display a numeric run-time prediction against load, and charge status as a percentage. 1 (4) When the battery is fully charged the display will indicate 100%. 6.2 In-Viewfinder Battery Status Battery status can be shown as a percentage of available capacity in the viewfinder/LCD of cameras designed to accept this data. Different data standards are used by camera and battery manufacturers.
6. Run-Time & Capacity Information 5. When the desired menu item is displayed, press and hold in the button. The display will then show the data for that item. The menu items are indicated as follows: 1. Battery voltage (Pd stands for potential difference). 2. Temperature in degrees Celsius. 3. No. of charge/discharge cycles. 4. Battery firmware version. 5. Battery reset. If you press and hold the display button when Battery Reset has been selected, it will perform a computer reset on the battery.
7. Battery Protection Features 7.1 Over-charge Protection Charging will be inhibited if the battery voltage exceeds a pre-set level. 7.2 Over-discharge Protection When the battery voltage reaches 12.5V, discharging is inhibited. 7.3 Over-current Protection If a single battery is subjected to a current greater than 10A, but less than 15A, the output will be turned off after 5 seconds. If the current is greater than 15A, the output will be turned off immediately.
8. PAGlink Features 8.2 Linking Batteries: UNLOCKED PRESS TO RELEASE LOCKED Align the gold studs of one battery with the claws on the front of another. Slide the battery across until you hear a click and the white locking indicator is visible on the battery release button. To release the battery, hold down the release button and slide the battery to the left.
8. PAGlink Features PAGlink Gold Mount Terminals: CAPACITY IN WATT-HOURS / MAX. CURRENT DRAW IN AMPS Positive Link Detect PAGlink Comms Reserved Negative 94Wh / 10A 150Wh / 10A Front Terminals Positive Viewfinder Data PAGlink Comms Talk Negative Rear Terminals 14 8.2 188Wh / 12A 300Wh / 12A PAGlink batteries can be linked to combine their capacities, for example, two 94Wh batteries provide 188Wh, and 3 offer 282Wh. Two 150Wh batteries offer 300Wh when linked.
8. PAGlink Features DIGITAL BATTERY COMMUNICATION NOTE: When not in use, batteries should be kept in an unlinked state to ensure a lower self-discharge rate. MASTER BATTERY OUTPUT Linked batteries form a network which allows communication between batteries, ensuring that a safe protocol is followed under all circumstances.
9. Sleep Mode 9.1 To reduce the self-discharge rate during storage, PAG has incorporated a sleep mode in the PAGlink battery program. After 2 weeks of inactivity the battery will automatically switch to sleep mode. Waking the battery can be achieved by a single press of the display button. Prior to shipping, the PAGlink battery is charged to no more than 30% capacity, and put into sleep mode. You must wake the battery by pressing the display button, prior to charging.
10. Safety & Disposal 10.1 When used correctly, Lithium-Ion batteries are a rugged, safe, clean and trouble-free method of storing power. However, the user should be aware that incorrect treatment could present a hazard. In the interest of safety, and the protection of our environment, please read and observe the following health and safety information. 10.2 GENERAL: Do not drop, puncture or crush the battery. Do not short-circuit the battery.
11. Guarantee 11.1 Notwithstanding any provision of any agreement the following guarantee is exclusive: PAG Limited guarantees each PAGlink battery it manufactures to be free of defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, from the date of purchase, for the period indicated below: PL94 Model 9306 PL150 Model 9313 This guarantee extends only to the original purchaser.
12. Air Transport Regulations 12.1 All PAG Li-Ion batteries comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, January 2017, Section 2.3.5.9, which state that Li-Ion batteries must be independently tested in accordance with the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3, and manufactured by a company that has a quality control programme such as ISO 9001:2008 (with which PAG is accredited). Models 9306 & 9313: Test Report No.
