New V-mount plate on a budget

[Josef Gatti]

I've looked a little into it all - I'm looking at investing in a new battery system and this seems quite feasible. Just need a bit of clarification on the differences between V and AB. It looks like AB is smaller, which I'd like because of the portability of it. Has anyone had any experience with both? Just after a few pointers on durability, longevity of battery life, charge time, etc.

And it seeems as though Red Bricks are V mount correct?

 

[Micheal Lee]

I don't understand why plates don't come with a mere 3-4" cable (knowing they'll likely be mounted directly to the back of the camera), and then have additional "extension cords" (female lemo on one end, male on the other) at various lengths sold separately..

Hi Caden,

Most clients don't want say a 3-4" inch cable but they do want say 6", 10", 12" or 20". If you need additional "extension cords" like you say. We suggest you look at our Scarlet V-mount Pro plate that has User Upgradeable cable system so you can replace the cable assembly to your liking to cater to your shooting style.

 

[Micheal Lee]

UPDATE:

All Scarlet Standard & Pro plates orders have been shipped out this week. We apologize for the delay. We thank you for your understanding.

 

[Les C.]

Does it pass through battery percentage remaining? Or, is that somehow related to which battery is used?

 

[Caden Nash]

I think it depends on your battery.

 

[francisco santos]

Looking to place an order does the batterys u sell communicate to the scarlet via your vmount?

 

[Caden Nash]

Really digging this Scarlet Standard battery plate. Works flawlessly. It may be better than the Pro plate. Kidding!!!

Thanks again MG1 and again I'm sorry for your loss; my condolences go out to you all especially the Bank's family. She will be missed.

 

[Jeb Sanford]

I am trying to decide on battery power options. Here is summary of research on V mounts and batteries (USD):

RED Backpack Quickplate + DMSC Backpack $1850
RED Battery Belt Clip $325
WC QB Switronix V Mount + QB Battery Pack + Quick Back $598
MG1 Concepts Scarlet V-mount Pro Battery Plate w/D-plate $499.99 (Standard $399.99)
Viewfactor APU-IDX Battery Plate $699
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IDX Endura E-10 93Wh $328 (2x charger $415)
IDX Endura Elite 136Wh* $677 (same charger as above)
RED Brick 140Wh* $450 (RED Charger 2x $450)
Switronix XP-L95RED 95Wh $360
MG1 AXRTEC 89 89Wh $179 (AXRTEC 2x charger $225)
Global Media Pro 95Wh $199 (SC-1 mini charger 4x $190, SCA2S 2x charger $165, SCA4S 4x charger $358)
Global Media Pro 160Wh* $299
* Exceeds IATA passenger baggage limit for lithium batteries (100Wh)

 

[Steven Chill]

Thanks again MG1 and again I'm sorry for your loss; my condolences go out to you all especially the Bank's family. She will be missed.

My condolences to her family and loved ones. She was the one that gave me constant updates during the time of MG1's AB prototype stages that had so many obstacles.
I was one of the lucky ones to get a prototype during the final stages of completion. Huge heart of gold. I thank you, Julie.

 

[Delvon Teco]

Newbie. Love all the information that RED users have gave and talked about so highly. Bought one these. So far so good. I can't compare them to the list above but it does communicate to Epic brain in %.

 

[Nikhil Kamkolkar]

For all these battery plates that sit directly on the back of the camera, is there a concern they might put unnecessary stress on the camera body as you mount batteries on them (it does take a bit of force to mount v-mount batteries)? I like options that separate the plate from the camera itself for that reason. Is this a valid concern at all?

 

[Adam Levins]

For all these battery plates that sit directly on the back of the camera, is there a concern they might put unnecessary stress on the camera body as you mount batteries on them (it does take a bit of force to mount v-mount batteries)? I like options that separate the plate from the camera itself for that reason. Is this a valid concern at all?

The 4 pins on the back are made to carry weight. Its the modular system. BTW I have the MG1 Basic Scarlet mount and I love it! Not sure what could possibly be better about the more expensive one

 

[Micheal Lee]

My condolences to her family and loved ones. She was the one that gave me constant updates during the time of MG1's AB prototype stages that had so many obstacles.
I was one of the lucky ones to get a prototype during the final stages of completion. Huge heart of gold. I thank you, Julie.

Thank you both for your kind words. Indeed, she will be missed by all of us.

 

[Micheal Lee]

For all these battery plates that sit directly on the back of the camera, is there a concern they might put unnecessary stress on the camera body as you mount batteries on them (it does take a bit of force to mount v-mount batteries)? I like options that separate the plate from the camera itself for that reason. Is this a valid concern at all?

You don't have to mount it on the back if you are concerned hence all those 1/4-20" screw holes. Many customers have told us that they attach their D-plate on the side, top or from the bottom - vertically using 15/19mm rod clamp.