Power your MP-101 pan/tilt head using an optional L-series battery using this MP6VA L-Series 6V Battery Adapter Plate from Bescor. The MP6VA is another power option for the Bescor MP-101 to ensure the pan/tilt head can operate for long shoot times. The adapter features a battery plate for an NP-F/L-series battery, and it provides 6V regulated power to the MP-101.

Power MP-101 Pan/Tilt Head with Battery    L-Series Battery Adapter Plate    7.4V 2200mAh L-Series Battery & Charger    6V Output to Power Pan/Tilt Head    Non-Decoded Battery

Bescor MP-101 pan/tilt head

L-series battery

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it work for GVM lights 800 D RGB ?

A: Yes, they would definitely work. However run time would be limited.

Q: 2. Is there a way to set up the pan option to rotate the camera precisely 5 degrees? I would like to take a series of images at every 5 degrees.

A: No it can not. You may want to consider something like the Syrp Genie Mini II Panning Motion Control System (BH #SY330001 • MFR #SY0033-0001) If you need it for both panning and tilting consider the Syrp Genie Mini II Pan and Tilt Kit (BH #SY330001PTK (B&H Kit))

Q: 3. I have my video cam on a 20 foot pole with handle bars to pan with. All I want to do is a tilt as in getting the perfect angle is next to impossible at 6 feet and them moving the cam up to 20 feet. Also when zooming the cam it needs a tilt to remain on the action. Looking at the specs it loos like it's set for certain degrees on tilt. Is this true or can you make small tilts? TIA, G

A: You can make tiny changes in the tilt. From level it will tilt up or down about 30 degrees.

Q: 4. Can you buy more extension cables to increase the range to 200 ft?

A: Yes

Q: 5. Is it possible to mount this to a tripod?

A: Yes it has a standard thread at the base. It is heavy though so it would need to be a sturdy tripod

Q: 6. Can this unit be controlled with the PTZ Optics Serial PTZ Joystick (RS-232, RS-485, RS-422, VISCA or PELCO protocols)?

A: No, the Bescor MP-1AC is a independent Motorized Pan & Tilt Head.

Q: 7. i want to use this with water drop photography, can i make very small adjustments in the angle up and down.? somtimes i will only need to use it for fraction of an inch. AL

A: Yes, depending on the lens. I use it with a portrait lens and it is pretty fine movement. If you're trying to use a macro, it may not be as accurate as you may want. Telephoto seems to be okay. Also, it uses batteries or external power (that may be extra). It moves slower and more accurately on the batteries. Has a manual setting with a wired remote about 4 ft long. With the manual setting you have not quite 360 degrees horizontal movement. Manual also has up and down movement of about 30 degrees total. Auto movement is only side to side, set to 45, 90 and 340 degrees.

Q: 8. Can it be controlled by a computer?

A: The Bescor Motorized Pan & Tilt Head Kit with Remote Extension & AC Adapter as is does not work with a computer. There might be possible options but none specifically made for it to interface with a computer.

Q: 9. Is there a version that can handle up to 10-15 lbs?

A: Bescor does not make Pan and Tilt Heads that can hold a capacity in the 10-15 pound range I'm afraid. However the Wild Shot Camera CPT 1019 is a great option and has a load capacity up to 13 pounds.

Q: 10. Is it possible to control the pan tilt of this camera through software I create? In other words, does the SDK exist to control the angle?

A: no this particular pan and tilt unit does not come with an SDK or support that functionality