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USER GUIDE
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  • Page 1 MPL150 BATTERIES USER GUIDE S10155...
  • Page 2 PAG updates documents on a regular basis. Trademarks All PAG registered trademarks are the property of PAG Ltd. All third party trademarks are acknowledged as such. Patents Apply: paguk.com/patents ©...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Specification Charging Discharging Storage Battery Linking Features A User Guide for Mini PAGlink MPL150 Batteries. Run-Time, Charge Status & Data Display Intelligent Linking Batteries in V-Mount and Gold Mount Battery Outputs formats. Battery Protection Features Please read the important safety information and Safety Information instructions before using your battery.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1. Introduction All Mini PAGlink MPL150 battery models are covered by these instructions. 1/4” Bushes D-Tap Output USB-A Output The batteries are designed to be compatible with either Gold Impact USB-C PD 30W Mount or V-Mount battery plates. Protection Output They can be linked in parallel with other Mini PAGlink batteries to power equipment in the range 12V to 16.8V.
  • Page 5 1. Introduction MPL150 batteries feature a variety of outputs. There is a USB Type C PD 30W, a USB-A (5V 2.4A) and a D-Tap output for 12V Output Impact camera accessories. In addition there is a plug-in USB-C PD Unit Protection 36W output unit which can be swapped for Lemo, Hirose or Release...
  • Page 6 1.22 PAG Li-Ion batteries are tested by Intertek Group PLC to UN 38.3 1.16 Four 1/4” bush inserts have been incorporated to enable the standard in compliance with IATA Air Transport regulations.
  • Page 7: Specification

    2. Specification Cell Technology: Temperature Range: Premium-grade Lithium-Ion sealed rechargeable cylindrical cells. Charging: Battery Voltage: 0°C to +45°C Optimum +10 to +40°C 14.8V (nominal). +32°F to +113°F Optimum +50°F to +104°F Capacity: Discharging: 10 Ampere-hours, 150 Watt-hours. -20°C to +50°C Optimum +10°C to +40°C -4°F to +122°F Optimum +50°F to +104°F...
  • Page 8: Charging

    04:45 12:00 400Wh 06:00 16:00 Older PAG Li-Ion chargers will charge linked batteries to 100% if the difference in state of charge between them is less than 40% at 600Wh 09:00 24:00 the start. Batteries can be precharged individually, until they are within 40%, and then linked for a full charge.
  • Page 9 3. Charging The least-charged batteries are given priority until all the batteries are within 20% state-of-charge, when they will all be fully-charged simultaneously. Mini PAGlink batteries display their individual SoC during charging on their built-in display. 3.10 The batteries incorporate a temperature sensor which will inhibit charging if their temperature is below 0°C.
  • Page 10: Discharging

    4. Discharging MPL150 batteries can be discharged individually or linked, Batteries of any rated capacity and in any SoC may be added or regardless of their rated capacity or state of charge. hot-swapped in order to achieve continuous running. Gold Mount MPL150 batteries can also be linked to Gold Mount The batteries incorporate a precision, fixed, end-of-discharge Barcode &...
  • Page 11: Storage

    5. Storage It is important to note that frequent use is the best practice for After storage it is advisable to fully-charge batteries before use. Li-Ion batteries, in preference to storing them for long periods. In the short term, batteries can be left safely stacked on a charger until they are required.
  • Page 12: Battery Linking Features

    6. Battery Linking Features Linking V-Mount Batteries: Linking Gold Mount Batteries: Button out with red Red button out indicates showing indicates batteries are locked batteries are locked Press-in this button to Press-in this button to unlink the batteries unlink the batteries To link batteries, align the V-shaped connector on the rear of a To link batteries, align the gold studs on the rear of one battery battery with the V-shaped slot on the front of another.
  • Page 13 6. Battery Linking Features PAGlink enables you to link batteries and discharge them Batteries in a similar Communication simultaneously. Instead of leaving your spare battery in the indication state of charge camera bag you can start your day’s shooting with 2 linked discharge batteries on your camera and experience a number of benefits.
  • Page 14 6. Battery Linking Features Linked batteries communicate to ensure that a safe protocol is followed at all times. Delivery of current is controlled by the first battery in the stack (typically the one connected directly to the camera). This battery remains active, even when it is not delivering current itself.
  • Page 15: Run-Time, Charge Status & Data Display

    7. Run-Time, Charge Status & Data Display The Battery Display: Display Data Output: The battery is able to display a numeric run-time prediction Data stored in the battery’s microprocessor can be revealed using against load, and charge status as a percentage. the battery display: When connected to a camera that is turned- on, two presses of the battery’s display...
  • Page 16 7. Run-Time, Charge Status & Data Display In-Viewfinder Battery Status Battery state-of-charge 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.
  • Page 17: Battery Outputs

    8. Battery Outputs MPL150 batteries feature a variety of outputs. There is a USB Type C PD 30W, a USB-A 5V 2.4A and a D-Tap output for 12V camera accessories. USB-C USB-A D-Tap Plug-in USB-C To remove the USB-C output unit, push the red release slider on the rear of the battery to the left.
  • Page 18 8. Battery Outputs Output Units for Mini PAGlink batteries: Lemo (2-pin) D-Tap Hirose (4-pin) Model 9712L Model 9712D Model 9712H 2.1 - 2.5mm USB (5V 2A) USB-C (PD 36W) Model 9712P Model 9712U Model 6002...
  • Page 19: Battery Protection Features

    Charging will be inhibited if the battery voltage exceeds a pre-set a ‘backstop’ protection device, and this cannot be reset. In the level. unlikely event of this fuse operating, please contact PAG or your PAG reseller. Over-Discharge Protection The batteries incorporate a precision, fixed, end-of-discharge Construction cutoff, set to 12.5V, as measured by the battery.
  • Page 20: Safety Information

    10. Safety Information 10.1 PLEASE READ THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not attempt to disassemble the battery. Refer faults to BEFORE USING THE BATTERY AND RETAIN THEM FOR authorised service personnel. FUTURE REFERENCE. Do not continue to use the battery if there is any change in the When used correctly, Lithium-Ion batteries are a safe and reliable appearance of the casing.
  • Page 21: Servicing

    11. Servicing 11.1 Assemblies that are external to the cell-pack enclosure can be It is PAG's policy to repair its batteries, in keeping with ‘the right to replaced by customers in the event of damage. Parts and repair’, unless it is uneconomic for the customer to do so.
  • Page 22 Epsom Downs Metro Centre, Units 9 & 10, Waterfield, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 5LR, UK Tel: +44 (0)20 8543 3131 Email: support@paguk.com The Americas: PAG America (a division of the Carr Distribution Group) 18 Center Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USA Tel: +1 631 300 8215 Email: sales@pagamerica.com...
  • Page 23: Recycling

    12. Recycling 12.1 Mini PAGlink Batteries are the first to feature PAG’s new modular design concept. This has a dual benefit of making the batteries easier to service locally, and allowing authorised replacement of modules, including the cell-pack, whilst maintaining compliance with UN standards and IATA regulations for flight safety.
  • Page 24: Warranty

    MPL150 Battery All Models consequential damages, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise. 13.2 PAG does not limit its warranty to an arbitrary number of cycles that may or may not be achievable within the time frame of the warranty. Li-Ion cell-technology deteriorates with age and a time limited warranty is essential.
  • Page 25: Air Transportation

    Since the interpretation and application of regulations may vary All PAG Li-Ion batteries comply with the International Air Trans- with each state and each operator, PAG advises that you contact port Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations, Section both prior to travelling.