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Sorry if this is an absurd question but I couldn't find any info on it anywhere. I currently have the AA mount on my Pilot but plan on flying the Blackmagic in projects in the near future. Right now, the company I'm working for has Anton Bauer Gold batteries which are very heavy. Would the Pilot be able to use those? If not, what model of Anton Bauer battery does it use?

Among other things, we now know why Anton Bauer had that big sale. http://blog.abelcine.com/2014/04/03/what-to-look-for-at-nab-2014/

Being inspired by similar designs by Rencher, Germond and Bard I finally received the parts to do something I've been wanting to do for a while and thought I'd share it as I'm sure others can build and improve on it. It always bothered me that I had an internal battery in the Hyperdeck which really doesn't last long enough to be useful for my purposes other than if an alternate power source was disconnected without me knowing. I also didn't like how heavy the BMD cheeseplate is as well as always having to come up with some sort of way to power the thing from p-tap to barrel which aren't always available after adding FF, HD Transmitter, Monitor etc. I've always liked several camera back solutions I've seen where we can just stack devices with the last item being a battery powering it all. So with all this in mind and getting some info from Iain on his great mod, I went to work. Here are photos of my phase 1 mod: Male Gold Mount Plate powering Hyperdeck and the Female Gold Mount: http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1534.jpg http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1536.jpg Unfortunately given the size and design of the female plate I had to offset it to keep the centre balance correct: http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1538.jpg Mounted on an AB mount installed on back of camera cage, could also go on the back of monitor with an AB plate: http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1541.jpg http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1540.jpg Stacked on battery hanger: http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1542.jpg Alternate method however I haven't tested this yet as I need to investigate and ensure that it's safe to power the Hyperdeck from the CAM PTAP to Hyperdeck Barrel which would essentially loop the power back in the system which may be a huge no-no. If I can't do this then I'll have to stack a battery on the hyperdeck or install a kill-switch on the female AB plate. I do like the balance of a single battery setup when possible so hopefully I can get it to work. http://www.mommaertsdmp.ca/images/url/IMG_1545.jpg For Phase 2: - I want to put an on/off switch on the Hyperdeck but am weary of it getting accidentally switched. - Like Iain's mod, I'll be installing some BNC terminals. - I'd like to install another switch which would disable the power to the female plate, again though would want to make sure it's located in a knock free zone. - Maybe both these switches will go on the bottom of the male AB plate as that area is fairly protected. - Another option, if I can't loop the power, would be to use the male side of the hyperdeck and use an intersex plate from Alan when available, then run a ptap to barrel to power the Hyperdeck. - I'd like to use authentic AB male and female plates however I have been unsuccessful finding the latter, so I ordered from ebay/china which is never my preference as nothing is every exact fitment wise (If any of you know where I can buy a smaller but good quality powered female plate please let me know). Anyway, I welcome any ideas, thoughts or comments good or bad.

Selling my Camwave. IDX installed AB Gold mounts on both TX and RX. I have 1 set of the original Vmounts included with sale. Asking $1850 obo. Purchased new, not a rental. karlkimdp@gmail.com

I'm thinking about upgrading the cells in my dead ProFormers, and I cam across some 5000 mAh NiMH cells online. My question is: Does anyone know if it's alright to pop these new cells in as-is? Would there be any possibility that the charger won't recognize their chemistry, etc? I don't mind destroying my already dead ProFormers, but I definitely don't want to blow up any cameras, chargers, or myself! Thanks!

hey yall i was handed a teradek bolt to try for today on set and i have a questions regarding the receiver and power sources. the package contents contain 2x ptap to lemo, suggesting to me that a cable would go to each the transmitter and receiver. the transmitter worked fine with the cable and patp power. i had the receiver screwed atop a smallhd ac7, which was powered by an anton bauer dionic 90 and hytron 140 for testing. the monitor received power normally but when i plugged the teradek receiver in via ptap to lemo, the monitor shut off and the battery meter flashed. i tried this with a vmount adapter and battery (not connected to the monitor) with the same result. when the receiver is plug into dc power it works fine. the teradek bolt power input reads 6-28v i am still behind on my eletrical knowledge. why would none of the batteries power the bolt? im sure this is somethin as simple as "it draws too many volts," but why does the the input show 6-28v? have a good one. brett.

Hi all, I'm selling 6 Anton Bauer batteries, they still hold the charge nicely!!!! Asking 200£ for all of them. Shipping worldwide, ship at buyer's cost

Hi all, I'm selling my Anton Bauer Quad 2702 charger. In great shape. Asking 390£ Shipping worldwide, ship at buyer's cost.

Hi all, I'm selling my Anton Bauer Twin charger, in great shape. Can charge two batteries simultaneously, 70W. Asking 250£ shipping worldwide, ship at buyer's cost.

hey yall looking to pick up AB to V mount plates so that i can mount IDX batteries on existing AB plates. Id like 2 in total. Im in los angeles and can pick up this week! brett. 404.408.5951 12@brettmayfield.com

Anton/Bauer QUAD 2702 PowerCharger. Link to manufacturer: http://www.antonbauer.com/Products/QUAD2702 Used but in perfect working condition (money-back guarantee) More photos (from both inside or outside) available by request. Asking: $750.00 USD + shipping (US retail price $1,372.75) €570.00 EUR + shipping (EU retail price €1,255.00) Features: The latest firmware Rev 5.8 chip installed so works with any A/B battery like Dionic HC, HCX etc! 4 position sequential charging Diagnostic Discharge Module, DDM, to evaluate your batteries Lifesaver Maintenance mode Power Loss Memory mode regulated DC power supply for camera or equipment (max 70W) serial output for PC interface accepts mains source worldwide: 90-250V, 50-60Hz (comes with US & EU standard power cables) See more details from the instructional manual from the link: http://www.zgc.com/t/pdfs/Instructions/Anton%20Bauer/MANUAL%20POWERCHGR%20DUAL%20QUAD.pdf Charger is packed and ready to be shipped worldwide from EU with your preferred carrier. Package size: 2.95kg 38x31x15cm 6.5lbs 15x12.2x5.9 inch If you got interested or have more questions you can contact me directly: tuomas_viitakoski@hotmail.com Kind regards, Tuomas Viitakoski Helsinki - Finland

Hi fellow operators, Does anybody know where I could find gold mount stud plates (feel free to post a proper name should one exist). I've spent a good part of the day looking for some and came across one on ebay but it had wires coming out of it. Alen Rencher had posted a rather similar idea though he took it to the next level. http://www.steadicamforum.com/index.php?showtopic=17700 For myself at this time I'd like to have a simple metal plate where I can cover the one side with velcro and the other side would have 3 gold mount studs so I can indirectly velcro stuff to my unused battery plates. Thank you very much, Mitch

Hi folks. I posted a pic of two of my lower bases and lots of folks reached out about them, here are a few pics from different angles for you gear heads out there. All three have the 19? pin lower connector and are HD, All 3 have the Tally. The Pro Gen 3 is all PRO. The Prolite #008 is PRO/Landau/Hable The Pro Gen 1/Steadyrig is PRO/Terry/Bubb with a Steadyrig Batt Hanger. Any questions feel free to email me. Ozzie

Hi there, I'm searching for a Steadicam EFP Battery base with Anton Bauer mount and the "slide" mount (.. see photo). Got one in your closet? Reply or send me a message, please. Cheers, TOMAS

Anton Bauer Hytron 140's : used only two or three times Quantity: 4 Includes original packaging Price: $1500.00 Richard 310-944-4367 gotsteadicam.com

Hello, I purchased a used Steadicam flyer (first gen I believe, grey arm?) and knew that the power cables from the battery plates to the LEMO connector (2-pin) was severed. My plan is to replace the cable harness to allow me to hook a LEMO to D-tap then a D-tap splitter box to hook up to a RED scarlet / monitor / bartek etc... I have a couple questions:1) Should I replace my two pin LEMO with a more modern three pin for power? Not sure if "more modern" is the correct term, it just seems to be in wider use. 2)How do I go about wiring both Anton Bauer battery mounts that were included on the sled to run up to that LEMO connector? I would like to be able to use 2 batteries on the bottom running together up the post to the power port. I'm not sure where to start on this, or if that is even an option (see included photos) Any assistance would be appreciated to get me started. Thank you