2.5 Camera power
Penelope requires a minimum 12.4V power source.
An Aaton 14.8V 4.2Ah Lithium-Ion onboard battery can run the camera for
twenty 400’ magazines, i.e. three hours of 2-Perf shooting.
When the video-assist is activated and power hungry accessories such as
zoom focus and iris remote control, video transmitter and monitor are con-
nected to the LEMO sockets, it is highly recommended to install an additional
Lithium-Ion battery.
When running AatonCode, you should never leave the camera unpowered.
Thanks to a built-in super-capacitor, the TCXO can handle a 10 minute power
interruption, so you have plenty of time to change the batteries. Neverthe-
less remember that a depleted battery still has enough power to keep the
TCXO alive for hours, do not remove it unless you have a fresh battery on
hand.
When running the camera from a heavy battery pack on the floor, the cable
is disconnected during moves and at lunch time, the super-capacitor buffer-
ing is not enough, put a battery onboard (even a depleted one) before dis-
connecting the power cable. After cable reconnection, confirm that time-
code is still incrementing by checking the control panel.
Installing batteries
To install a battery, loosen the blue knurled screw (A) approximately four or
five turns. Push the battery plug into the XLR-4 socket, then tighten the
knurled screw until the battery tab is held firmly.
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