Digital Camera Battery DCB80WB User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
DCB80WB  
DCB40WB  
Operation  
1. When you receive your Digital Camera Battery it can be used right out of the box. Each Digital  
Camera Battery is fully tested at the factory. Each unit is completely charged and then discharged  
through each connector. Units are charged before they are packaged. However, if the unit has  
been exposed to extreme heat or has been on the shelf for some time, charging will be required.  
If this is the case, plug the charger into the Digital Camera Battery and charge according to the  
specifications on the back of this manual. Charging is complete when the unit is warm to the  
touch. Always remove the Digital Camera Battery from it’s case and place in open air when  
charging to prevent overheating. Always unplug the charger from the AC outlet when not in use.  
2. After connecting the shoulder strap, mounting brackets, or belt clip, connect the cables to be  
used. Power the Digital Camera Battery to the on position. When the GREEN L.E.D. comes on  
you may turn on the equipment attached. Power is not available for a moment when the Digital  
Camera Battery is first turned on. This allows the computer to perform a power up test and  
prevents overheating should serious physical damage occur to the Digital Camera Battery.  
3. When the YELLOW L.E.D. comes on it is recommended that the pack be recharged at this  
time. Digital camera cables will continue to operate if they are below 8.5 volts. Some high  
voltage step-up cables will shut down to allow the camera power for proper shutdown.  
4. When the RED L.E.D. comes on, shut everything down, you have very little power remaining.  
If your equipment has internal batteries, just swap out the Digital Camera Battery or use the  
internal batteries as a backup. It is always a good idea to have a complete set of backup  
equipment.  
5. When the RED L.E.D. Blinks, switch to another Digital Camera Battery. You can leave the  
discharged pack on. The Blinking RED L.E.D. will remind you to charge that pack at a later time.  
If the pack will not be charged within 8 hours, turn the unit off to prevent deep discharge.  
6. Do not rely on the recycle time of the flash to determine charge level of the Digital Camera  
Battery as the power output is constant from start to finish. This consistent regulated power is  
one of the Digital Camera Battery’s features no other battery pack on the market can match.  
7. Do not expose the Digital Camera Battery to physical forces in excess of 100 G’s. While we  
advise against dropping any equipment on the ground, accidents do happen, the padded carrying  
case will help reduce the chance of damage in the event you drop your Digital Camera Battery.  
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Capacity  
The chart below allows you to compare the Digital Camera Battery to the battery in the product  
you are using. If the capacity is twice the capacity of you products battery it will run twice as  
long. This chart is for the DCB30WB, the 40 and 80 watt models have even higher capacity. If  
this chart means nothing to you, plug the Digital Camera Battery in and be glad that it runs a  
long time.  
Multiply your (camera battery’s Voltage) x (it’s AH rating) to get the Watt capacity.  
Sample: 7.2V x 1.3AH = 9.36 Watts (The 40 Watt D.C.B. would last over 4 times longer.)  
20 AH  
40 Watt Digital Camera Battery  
15 AH  
10 AH  
5 AH  
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Output Voltage  
When the Digital Camera Battery is powering a camera and flash at the same time several factors will  
contribute to the number of exposures you will get from a single charge. Here is a list of the most  
common factors you will encounter (some you can control) :  
• Limit the LCD usage, this uses almost as much power as taking a picture.  
• If the camera has a battery saver mode, try to enable even when external power connected.  
• Both cameras and flash units consume power just being on, turn them off during extended standby.  
• Some cables use power even when the connected device is off, turn off the DCB when not in use.  
• High f-stop’s or long distance shots use more flash power than close-up’s or low f-stop exposures.  
• Image stabilized lenses consume power, regardless of the number of exposures taken.  
• Keep the DCB from extreme temperatures. (Under coat in cold weather, out of direct sun in heat.)  
• Charge the DCB prior to using and do not leave on charge for extended periods.  
• Remove DCB from any case or holder during charge, heat buildup will prevent proper charging.  
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Regulated Outputs  
NiMH 30 Watt Digital Camera Battery @ 8 Volts Actual = 27.07 Watts  
All units are over 90% Efficient • The original DCB30WB is 17.35 Watts / Pound  
The DCB40WB is 24.69 Watts/Pound and the DCB80WB is 28.17 Watts/Pound  
The 40 and 80 watt units will provide a longer run time than the chart below  
8 Volts Î  
LEAD Battery 8 Volt 3.2 AH = 25.6 Watts  
10.59 Watt / Pound  
Actual = 18.67 Watts  
72.93% Eficiency  
8 Volts Î  
Scale = 10min. x 500mV • Load = 2 Amps  
As you can see the Digital Camera Battery provides steady power from start to finish. The  
unregulated output from other packs can cause over voltage and brown out conditions that can  
damage sensitive electronics. The unregulated output of the LEAD cell and many other types of  
rechargeable packs can also provide very high currents that could start an electrical fire in a  
matter of seconds if the cable should become shorted or damaged.  
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Maintenance  
1. Charge the Digital Camera Battery prior to use. Please note that the outputs are disabled  
during charging even when the unit is in the ON position. This allows all types of DCB chargers  
to be used. Options include standard, worldwide, fastcharger, carcharger and solar chargers.  
For solar customers the output control can be overridden with a modification at the factory, but  
the cell warranty is shortened to 90 days on units modified in this way. (Constant short cycle  
charging due to the sun going in and out during the day while discharging can cause premature  
cell failure.)  
2. When the battery becomes warm during charge, it is full. Some chargers have indicators to  
indicate charging status, the standard charger does not.  
3. A completely discharged 40 watt unit should be charged for 16 hours (standard charger). The  
Solar charger will charge the 40 watt Digital Camera Battery in a single day of bright sunlight.  
The Fastcharger will charge the 40 watt Digital Camera Battery in about 3 hours anywhere in  
the world. (The Fastcharger includes a US 120VAC power cable, but any electronics store  
worldwide will offer local AC power cables.) Times for the 80 watt unit will be double.  
4. When the unit no longer performs to the expected level return it to the factory for Power Cell  
replacement. Include the charger when returning any Digital Camera Battery for ANY reason.  
The cost is $75 (DCB40WB) which includes the replacement Power Cell, return ground shipping  
(continental U.S.), as well as testing of the unit and charger. If there is any problem with the  
standard charger, it will be replaced at no cost.  
5. If your Digital Camera Battery becomes damaged to the point it no longer functions, return it  
to the factory. Repairs will never exceed ½ the current list price. If the cost exceeds ½ list price  
the unit will be replaced for ½ list price and will have a Full 1 Year Warranty. For customers  
outside the U.S. contact your local dealer for other repair options since shipping costs may not  
be economical.  
If you are wondering why we test the charger regardless of the problem, it is because that is the  
only component beyond our control. Lightning, high line voltage and physical abuse may not  
show any signs of damage yet cause all kinds of problems. Our standard charger is designed to  
be economical but is susceptible to environmental conditions and shorting. We would rather  
give you a new standard charger than have you dissatisfied with a Digital Camera Battery. All of  
our other chargers can withstand continuously shorted outputs and wide input voltage ranges.  
(We don’t know of other manufacturers of battery packs having chargers that can withstand this  
type of abuse.)  
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Specifications  
DCB30WB ~ 24 VDC @ 200 mA x 12 hours (Standard Charger)  
DCB40WB ~ 24 VDC @ 200 mA x 16 hours (Standard Charger)  
DCB60WB ~ 24 VDC @ 200 mA x 24 hours (Standard Charger)  
DCB80WB ~ 24 VDC @ 200 mA x 32 hours (Standard Charger)  
Input:  
0~24 VDC @ 0.8 A, Trip Point Termination (Fastcharger)  
DCB30WB = 2.5 Hours (Fastcharger)  
DCB40WB = 3 Hours (Fastcharger)  
DCB60WB = 5 Hours (Fastcharger)  
DCB80WB = 6 Hours (Fastcharger)  
(An additional 2 hours on standby may increase capacity slightly)  
Output:  
1.2~16 VDC (Set by cable) @ 0~5 A x 2  
Temperature : Maximum Range: 32°F ~ 120°F  
Optimum: 70°F  
Charging in environments above 90°F not recommended.  
Moisture:  
30 ~ 85 % RH  
Dimensions:  
DCB30WB / DCB40WB H=6.325 W=2.850 D=1.300 (Inches)  
DCB60WB / DCB80WB H=10.325 W=2.850 D=1.300 (Inches)  
Weight:  
DCB30WB = 1.55 Pounds  
DCB40WB = 1.62 Pounds  
DCB60WB = 2.71 Pounds  
DCB80WB = 2.84 Pounds  
Standard Charger:  
Input:120 VAC 60Hz 7.5 Watts • Output:24 VDC 200mA / 30 VDC No Load  
Temperature : Maximum Range: 18°F ~ 122°F • Moisture:30 ~ 85 % RH  
Dimensions:  
H=3.0 W=2.4 D=1.8 • Weight:0.638 Pounds  
Worldwide Fastcharger:  
Input:100-240 VAC 47-63Hz 0.7A • Output:0~26VDC 0.8A / 26~30VDC < 0.2A  
Temperature : Maximum Range: 18°F ~ 122°F • Moisture:30 ~ 85 % RH  
Dimensions:  
H=4.25 W=2.6 D=1.5 + Cables • Weight:0.563 Pounds  
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Warranty  
1 Year Parts and Labor  
Any Digital Camera Battery or Accessory requiring repair due to manufacturer defect will be  
repaired or replaced for free during the first year. All battery cells have a 90 day warranty from  
the date of purchase. The internal cell in the Digital Camera Battery should be replaced after  
250 cycles to maintain optimum performance. While the Digital Camera Battery will continue to  
provide service after 250 charge cycles, it may show signs of reduced capacity. The only  
responsibility to the customer is shipping to and from our repair facility. Please insure your  
Digital Camera Battery and / or accessories for the amount you paid. Include a copy of your  
invoice and a description of the problem or damage. Always include the charger and cables  
when returning a Digital Camera Battery for repair. Upon receipt your unit will be tested,  
repaired, final tested and shipped back to you. Units damaged due to neglect will be charge for  
parts and labor. Any repair that would exceed 50% of the current list price will be replaced at  
50% of the current list price. Liability is limited to repair of the Digital Camera Battery and it's  
accessories. No warranty is made or implied for any product manufactured by any other  
company.  
Lifetime Warranty  
If your Digital Camera Battery or any accessory is damaged beyond repair, simply return the  
damaged item with a check for 50% of the current list price. Repairs that would exceeds 50%  
of the current list price will be replaced. A new replacement will be sent when payment has  
cleared. All replacement have a full 1 year new product warranty. All Items requiring repair  
due to manufacturer defect will be repaired or replaced for free during the first year. The only  
responsibility to the customer is shipping to and from our repair facility. Liability is limited to  
repair of the Digital Camera Battery and it's accessories. No warranty is made or implied for  
any product manufactured by any other company.  
Return Shipping Address  
Always go on-line to get the most current information at:  
Digital Camera Battery, Inc.  
2328-B Destiny Way  
Odessa, FL 3556  
(727) 375-9865  
All specifications, instructions, warranty policies and test results are subject to change without notice.  

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