What the thread found

• Running a battery on the monitor instead of powering it from the sled affects weight distribution on the camera rig.
• Older sleds were originally balanced for heavy CRT monitors, so adding battery weight to the monitor can help maintain that balance when using lighter modern displays.
• The choice between onboard battery and sled power depends on individual rig configuration and weight distribution preferences.

Depends on

• This advice applies to rigs originally designed for CRT monitors.
• The specific weight distribution benefit depends on the individual camera setup and modifications.
• The discussion reflects one person's experience with a particular sled model.

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