2011Batteries/Power forum
Emergency power solution using battery charger's 12V output when wrong batteries were brought to set
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- An IDX battery charger with 12V output can power camera accessories and monitors when primary batteries fail
- A D-tap plate with XLR male connector enables powering equipment directly from a D-tap power port
- Long cable runs from a stationary power source can allow filming to continue while the operator carries the battery charger and cable
Depends on
- This workaround required the availability of a compatible battery charger and D-tap plate already on set
- Extended cable runs limited mobility and required crew assistance to manage power distribution
- The solution applied to a specific production situation and may not be practical for all shooting scenarios