2011Batteries/Power forum
Power distribution imbalance when using a Y-cable splitter with two batteries on a PRO 2 camera
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- When powering a camera and auxiliary equipment through a Y-cable splitter, one battery may drain significantly faster than the other even when both are in similar condition.
- The battery assignment block and voltage switch settings on the camera should be verified to ensure correct configuration for the intended power setup.
- Batteries connected via a Y-cable should be in similar condition and at similar state of charge to avoid one battery charging the other.
- Hytron 50 batteries are insufficient for powering high-current HD camera systems and auxiliary equipment; Dionic HC batteries are recommended instead.
- When adequate battery capacity cannot be provided, using an adapter to connect alternative battery types from rental stock may serve as a temporary solution.
Depends on
- The user was seeking a temporary solution rather than upgrading batteries, which limited the practical options available.
- Regional availability affected battery purchasing options, with some rental markets lacking certain battery types.
- The specific cause of uneven battery drain in this case was not definitively confirmed in the discussion.