IDX Power Panasonic's AVCCAM Range

Panasonic Broadcast and IDX have partnered in manufacturing a high capacity Li-ion battery for the AG-HMC151 and AG-HMC71 professional camcorders.
The new 37Wh SSL-VBG50 battery employs secured communication technology to enable both cameras to recognise the battery as an authorised power source.
Providing a minimum of 5000mAh and 37Wh of capacity, the SSL-VBG50 provides a 3 LED push button power indicator located on the front of the battery for a quick and convenient check of remaining capacity.
Like all professional broadcast batteries manufactured by IDX the SSL-VBG50 has optimum safety features such as over charge and over discharge and overload protection.
Rob Waters, Sales Director for IDX Technology Europe, commented: "Although advanced handheld cameras like the Panasonic AVCCAM line are relatively low in power consumption compared to their larger ENG equivalents, they still require a very reliable and high capacity power source.
"The SSL-VBG50 gives AVCCAM users over three hours continuous runtime from a manufacturer with over 20 years experience in manufacturing broadcast batteries," he explained.
Also available from IDX is a Li-ion battery compatible with Panasonic's DVX, HVX and HPX range of professional camcorders. The SL-VBD50 provides 5000mAh, 37Wh of capacity and features the same integrated 3 LED power indicator and auto safety features as the secured battery model.
Recharging is taken care of by the new LC-VWP 2-channel simultaneous charger. In addition to both the SSL-VBG50 and SL-VBD50, the LC-VWP will also charge selected Panasonic 7.4V battery models.
Each charging channel is operated independently, so batteries can be placed on charge in any order and at any time for a quick turnaround. An ultra compact footprint and universal AC input means it can be transported just about anywhere, while a special design feature on the side of the LC-VWP allows multiple charger units to be attached and form a solid charging base.
The SSL-VBG50, SL-VBD50 and LC-VWP are available for immediate shipping.
(KMcA/BMcc)