What the thread found

• A power plate allows flexible battery mounting on a Master A/B to PAG system, enabling operators to use one, two, or three batteries while keeping one on the monitor for easier dynamic balancing.
• Mounting multiple batteries externally on the rig can make it wider, which may cause interference with the operator's knees and legs during shooting.
• The original Teletest bracket for the Master series is too thin and flexible, which introduces vibration at speeds faster than walking pace.
• Direct PAG socket mounting on the sled positions the upper battery approximately 6 inches from the center of the sled, closer than using an adapter which adds 0.8 inches of distance.
• The Teletest bracket is constructed from elastic steel rather than aluminum.

Depends on

• The external battery configuration is primarily useful for powering large transmitters required for live television work.
• The Teletest bracket was the only bracket option available for the Master series at the time of discussion.
• No alternative bracket materials or manufacturers were confirmed to offer comparable strength and performance.
• The broader battery placement may not be problematic for all shooting scenarios but becomes an issue in constrained spaces.

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