2014Sled forum
Upgrading Master sled electronics with newer MK-V system components for improved camera power and connectivity
12 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Replacing old Master sled wiring with newer MK-V electronics allows for simplified wiring routing through a single coiled cable down the center post to D-Box and J-Box connections
- MK-V systems provide advantages including simultaneous 12v and 24v power availability, HDSDI connectivity, increased auxiliary ports, and support for multiple batteries to power larger cinema cameras
- Earlier versions of MK-V electronics (V1 and V2) experienced reliability issues including frequent fuse failures and HDSDI signal loss during radio transmission interference
- MK-V point-five versions (V2.5, V3.5) include improved shielding and power handling upgrades that resolved earlier reliability problems
- Adding a female P-TAP connector to a Master sled with splitter can provide three additional auxiliary power ports without internal rewiring
Depends on
- Upgrading requires significant modification to existing Master sled internals
- Earlier MK-V versions unreliable, limiting practical adoption
- Project feasibility and timeline not confirmed by original poster
- Some participants experienced issues with HDSDI signal stability on V1 and V2 during wireless equipment operation
- Camera power limitations depend on battery configuration and weight balance requirements specific to individual sled setups