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With the ability to hotswap batteries you can continue production without interruptions. The camera power cable tucks in nicely for camera mounted application, but will also extend up to 24" for rail mounting. The PocketBase is an all-metal enclosure designed to last through all facets of production. By attaching the included grips, it allows for comfortable hold without need of a rig. The Pocketbase mounts easily under the camera with an included 1/4-20 thumbscrew which allows a seamless integration. By keeping the internal battery inside the Pocket Camera during operation, you can then hotswap the attached LP-E6 batteries within the PocketBase for continuous camera operation. PocketBase allows you to power the camera up to 5hrs with two LP-E6 type batteries, while simultaneously charging the removable internal battery. Stated battery life from Blackmagic is about an hour per battery, but if you'd like a simpler way to use the camera and still keep it compact, Switronix has introduced the PocketBase (not to be confused with the PowerBase for the BMCC), which allows two Canon LP-E6 batteries to power the camera for 5 hours at a time. Not too dissimilar from the original Blackmagic Cinema Camera, the most compact way to use the Pocket camera won't allow you to use it for very long unless you've got a stack of charged Nikon EN-EL20. If, for example, you’re looking to power your camera using the battery’s D-Tap port, the quick release adapter provides a convenient way of attaching the battery to your rig in order to do that.If you've used or own a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera (or you're still waiting for yours to be delivered), you might have noticed that battery life isn't all that great.
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It secures onto the middle of the battery and provides a 1/4″-20 mounting screw.
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Like the Powerbase 70, the Powerbase EDGE comes with a small quick release adapter that provides a convenient way of attaching the battery to cheese plates and other camera supports. Moreover, a button-activated backlight allows you to see it clearly in dark environments. Located on the side, it’s easy to check on and read during production. The Powerbase EDGE has an LCD on the side that provides runtime in minutes. The D-Tap port also functions as a charging port and supports D-Tap chargers such as the Core SWX PB70C15. The remaining one can be used to power an accessory, and likewise the USB ports can be used simultaneously with any of the other power options to power 5V accessories or charge mobile devices. Accordingly, you can use either the SmartTap or D-Tap port to power a camera using an optional D-Tap cable. Other than this, it works just like a regular D-Tap port and supports standard D-Tap cables. The SmartTap output, which is a Core SWX innovation, is a standard D-Tap connection with additional contacts inside that communicate SMBUS/smart battery data to compatible cameras. Using the appropriate Powerbase EDGE power cable (sold separately), you can connect the battery to most mirrorless and DSLR cameras via the 8.4 VDC output. In addition to the V-mount, which allows it to be used with all cameras supporting a V-mount battery, the Powerbase EDGE has an 8.4V regulated DC output, a D-Tap output, a SmartTap output, and two USB ports. This follow-up to the popular Powerbase 70 battery offers multiple modes of use. The Core SWX Powerbase EDGE in a V-mount is a 14.8V, 49Wh, lithium-ion battery featuring an 8A continuous draw.