What the thread found

• The M2 has a 24V switch accessible either on the side or on the back of the sled for configuring power output.
• When running multiple batteries in 24V mode on the M2, the primary power draw tends to come from battery slot number one rather than being evenly distributed across all batteries.
• Switching a battery from 24V to 12V mode can result in longer operating time and improved camera performance in some scenarios.
• The Alexa 35 draws significant current when powered through the sled, making battery selection and configuration critical for sustained operation.
• Operating nine 198Wh batteries may provide sufficient power for extended Alexa 35 operation during a typical shooting day.

Depends on

• The initial observation about voltage increasing when switching to 12V mode contradicts typical electrical behavior and was not fully understood or resolved by the participants.
• Uncertainty exists about whether the third battery slot actually delivers power in 12V mode in this configuration.
• The thread does not provide concrete measurements of power draw from the Alexa 35 or specific battery runtime data.
• Recommendations are based on limited field experience from single-day jobs rather than comprehensive testing.

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