PAG L95 Instruction Leaflet

PAG L95 Lithium-Ion Battery
Instruction Leaflet
Safety
1.1 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.
1.2 GENERAL: Do not put in fire or mutilate - cells may burst or release toxic
material. Do not short-circuit. Do not continue to use the battery if there
is any change in the appearance of the plastic casing.
1.3 CORROSIVE ELECTROLYTE: The electrolyte is an alkaline solution, which can
cause chemical burns to human tissue if leakage occurs. Wear protective
gloves when handling all contaminated materials. In the event of contact
with the skin, flood copiously with clean water. If significant amounts of
electrolyte are involved, or if any has touched the eyes, seek immediate
medical attention.
1.4 ACCIDENTAL SHORT-CIRCUITING: Lithium-Ion cells can deliver power at
very high rates. PAG L95 batteries incorporate several levels of internal
electrical protection, but severe mechanical abuse could result in damage
to the cells, and short-circuit internal to the battery. Arcing, excessive heat
and the liberation of combustible gas could result, with the potential for
personal injury or ignition of adjacent flammable materials.
1.5 DISPOSAL: Expired Lithium-Ion batteries should be disposed of in
accordance with the appropriate regulations or legislation. PAG Ltd. offers
a recycling service for expired PAG batteries, which results in the materials
being recovered for re-use.
WARNING: DO NOT MUTILATE OR INCINERATE BATTERIES.
Do not dispose of batteries or cells in a charged condition (see 1.4 above).
Return batteries by prior arrangement to:
PAG Ltd. 565 Kingston Road, Raynes Park, London SW20 8SA.
Tel: +44 (0)20 8543 3131 Fax: +44 (0)20 8540 4116
E-mail: service@paguk.com
Batteries must be in a discharged state, and clearly marked "For Recycling".
1.6 PAG TECHNICAL SALES AND INFORMATION DESK:
For further information, contact the PAG Technical Sales and Information
Desk (London) on +44 (0)20 8543 3131, PAG USA Technical Sales and
Information Desk on 818 760 8265 or your nearest PAG Authorised Service
Centre. Alternatively, visit the PAG Web Site at www.paguk.com
Specification
2.1 Description: PAG L95 Lithium-Ion Professional Broadcast Battery.
2.2 Connectors: Three connector variants are available:
* PAGlok professional battery connector.
* V-Mount compatible connector.
* Snap-on compatible.
2.3 Display: Two display variants are available:
* PAG Time Batteries can display capacity in ampere-hours in 0.1Ah
increments, and percentage of remaining available capacity in 1%
increments. When on-load, a run-time prediction can be displayed
in hours and minutes.
* PAG Power Circle Batteries incorporate the PAG Power Circle LED state-of-
charge indicator which shows capacity as percentage.
2.4 Construction: High-impact polycarbonate injection mouldings, featuring
an internal cradle designed to protect the cells from impact damage.
The cells have welded interconnections of low-resistance nickel strap.
Batteries are sealed and non user-serviceable.
2.5 Cells: Premium grade Lithium-Ion sealed rechargeable cylindrical cells.
2.6 Voltage: 14.8V nominal. 12 cells connected in series/parallel. Each cell has
a nominal voltage of 3.7V.
2.7 Capacity: Nominal 6.5 ampere-hours.
2.8 Output Current: Rated maximum continuous output current is 7 amperes.
(V-Mount batteries 6.5 amperes).
2.9 Variable Charge Voltage: (NOTE: This feature is not available with V-Mount
compatible or Power Circle batteries). The battery can be manually set to
control the charge voltage to either 4.1V or 4.2V per cell. This allows the
user to make a choice between extended battery cycle life or extended
capacity.
2.10 Protection:
The battery incorporates the following safety shutdown systems:
* 3 over-current shutdown systems.
* 2 over-voltage shutdown systems.
* 2 under-voltage shutdown systems.
* 2 thermal shutdown systems (including non-resetting thermal fuse).
All protection circuits within the battery are designed to withstand the
leakage of electrolyte. This is achieved by using a special layout and a
coating of Parylene, the premier vapour-deposited conformal coating.
2.11 Operating Temperature Range:
Optimum discharge efficiency is achieved within the temperature
range +10°C to +40°C.
2.12 Size & Weight:
Height
PAGlok 130mm (5.1")
V-Mount 130mm (5.1")
Snap-on 130mm (5.1")
*excluding locking claws.
Care & Maintenance
3.1 For long-term storage, the battery should be initially in the half-charged
state.
3.2 Maintenance charging is not required during long-term storage.
3.3 Store in a cool, dry place at a temperature between -10°C and +40°C.
Long-term storage outside of this temperature range may reduce the
battery's life.
3.4 The battery should be in a fully charged state before use. After extended
storage it is advisable to give the battery a top-up charge before use.
3.5 Use specified chargers ONLY (see 4.2).
3.6 For maximum output, use within the temperature range +10°C to +40°C.
Never operate outside of the temperature range -20°C to+45°C.
3.7 Absolute maximum continuous output: 85W or 5.5A (V-Mount 6.5A).
IMPORTANT: the battery will run most medium-consumption broadcast
cameras together with a light of up to 35W. However, the high current
pulse that occurs when a tungsten-filament light is turned on from cold,
may trigger the battery over-current protection. If a tungsten-filament
light is required, use a Paglight or Paglight M together with a PAG Softstart
Lampholder, Model Nos. 9938 or 9017 respectively. A Softstart Lampholder
will not be required if the camera is fitted with PAG System RTI (and the
'Softstart' feature is enabled) or when using the regulated light socket on a
Sony digital camera.
3.8 The battery is designed to dissipate heat from the right hand side in
normal operation, and will therefore become warm in this area.
3.9 The battery is sealed, and contains no user-serviceable components.
In order to maintain the quality standard for which you first chose this
product, return it to a PAG Dealer or the PAG Service Department for
servicing.
Instructions for Use
4.1 Setting the Variable Charge Voltage
Note: This feature is not available with V-Mount compatible or Power Circle
batteries. The battery can be manually set to control the charge voltage to
either 4.1V or 4.2V per cell. This allows the user to make a choice between
Width Depth Weight
86mm (3.4") 42mm (1.65")* 745g (1.64lb)
86mm (3.4") 47mm (1.85") 745g (1.64lb)
86mm (3.4") 52mm (2.0") 760g (1.67lb)