Owner’s Manual
Model # DCB30WB
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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 for up to 12 hours. Charging is
complete when the unit is warm to the touch. Always remove the Digital Camera Battery from any
cases 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 on. 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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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 unit should be charged for 12 hours (standard charger). The Solar
charger will charge the 30 watt Digital Camera Battery in a single day of bright sunlight. The Fastcharger
will charge the 30 watt Digital Camera Battery in under 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.)
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 (DCB30WB) 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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Regulated Outputs
NiMH 30 Watt Digital Camera Battery @ 8 Volts Actual = 27.07 Watts
17.35 Watts / Pound
90.23% Eficiency
8 Volts è
LEAD Battery 8 Volt 3.2 AH = 25.6 Watts
10.59 Watt / Pound
Actual = 18.67 Watts
72.93% Eficiency
8 Volts è
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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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 60, 90, and 120 watt models have 2, 3 and 4 times the capacity
respectively. 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 30 Watt D.C.B. would last over 3 times longer.)
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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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. The only responsibility to the customer is shipping to 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 when returning a Digital Camera Battery for repair. Upon receipt your unit will be tested,
repaired, final tested and shipped back to you by ground shipping. Units damaged due to neglect will
be charged 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. For customers outside the U.S. contact your local dealer to see if they offer other repair
options .
Lifetime Warranty
If your Digital Camera Battery 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 replacements 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 and the current warranty will remain in effect. 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. Additional shipping charges apply for special
shipping requests or shipping outside the continental U.S.
Return Shipping Address
Digital Camera Battery, Inc.
2328-B Destiny Way
Odessa, FL 33556
(727) 375-9865
For the latest information please visit our web site.
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Specifications
Digital Camera Battery:
Input:
24 VDC @ 200 mA x 12 hours
or
0~24 VDC @ 1.6 A, DV=0 Termination
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:
Dimensions:
Weight:
30 ~ 85 % RH
H=6.325 W=2.850 D=1.300 (Inches)
1.57 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:
Dimensions:
Weight:
30 ~ 85 % RH
H=3.0 W=2.4 D=1.8 (Inches / prongs & cord excluded)
0.638 Pounds
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