The VM02 V-Mount Battery Plate from CAME-TV provides a convenient way of connecting a V-Mount battery to your camera. As long as you can get a pair of 15mm rods attached to your camera, you can secure this battery plate. If you've got a complete rig, then even better because the plate will also serve as a counterweight.

The VM02 features multiple connectors and includes matching cables for plugging in a camera and/or various other devices and drawing power from a battery (not included). There's a standard 12V barrel connector, 7.2V D-Tap connector, 7.2V barrel connector, and 5V barrel connector. All these ports can be used at the same time. Among the included matching cables is an LP-E6 dummy battery cable that can be used to power a wide variety of devices.

The VM02 attaches to standard 15mm LWS rods and can be adjusted vertically along an extension leg. The rod mount is made of aluminum while the plate itself is made of durable but lightweight plastic. When you attach a battery, it slides and snaps into place, and is released by a latch on the side. The VM02 also has a power switch that turns on an LED indicator that confirms that the battery is delivering power to the ports.

Connect V-Mount Battery to Camera / Rig    Adjustable 15mm LWS Rod Mount    12V, 7.2V, and 5V Barrel Connectors    7.2V D-Tap Connector    Includes LP-E6 Dummy Battery Cable    Includes Four Barrel-to-Barrel Cables    All Ports Can Be Used at Same Time    Battery Release Latch    Power Switch and LED Power Indicator    Also Serves as Counterweight

• Connect a V-Mount battery to your camera / rig
• Vertically adjustable 15mm LWS rod mount
• 12V barrel connector
• 7.2V D-Tap connector
• 7.2V barrel connector
• 5V barrel connector
• Five connection cables supplied, including LP-E6 dummy battery cable
• All ports can be used at the same time
• Battery release latch
• Power switch and LED power indicator
• Also serves as a counterweight

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you get the vct shoulder plate separately? I already have the top v-mount plate, which I like very much.

A: Unfortunately at the moment there is no product SKU for the Came-TV VCT shoulder base plate. If you don't mind an alternative VCT base plate, SmallRig will be releasing an update to their popular VCT baseplate. SmallRig Shoulder Pad Pro BH #SM2837 • MFR #2837: https://bhpho.to/36OjeRZ

Q: 2. Can this battery be used to power a Sony A7S III via usb-a to usb-c?

A: Yes it can. however, you will need to get a Dummy-Battery to D-tap adapter cable. Here is a link to a few options https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/dc-couplers/ci/37946?filters=fct_a_filter_by%3A03_INSTOCK%2Cfct_coupler-battery-type_6397%3Asony-np-fz100%2Cfct_power-connectivity_4066%3Apower-tap-male

Q: 3. What power draw in amps do these batteries support?

A: up to 15amps

Q: 4. I want to buy a 4 channel charger that is compatible with these batteries. Does anyone know if any. Gathers have issues charging them with certain chargers? Thanks

A: Since these batteries have the standard inputs and outputs of a majority of block batteries, you should be able to use any normal quad charger. There is the CAME-TV Dual V-Mount Battery Charger and Power Supply if you wanted to be extra cautious of the current. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1352496-REG/came_tv_bz_2c_dual_v_mount_battery_charger.html

Q: 5. Do these batteries have over or under voltage protection?

A: No, The Mini 99 Lightweight V-Mount Battery from CAME-TV does not have regulated ports. Came-TV lists the specifications of each port as - BP Electrode Interface 14.4V 15A(Max) D-Tap 14.4V 15A(Max) USB 5V 2.1A

Q: 6. Can this battery power th Sound Devices MixPre-6? Will a USB-A to USB-C cable work, or would I need to power from one of the D-gap ports?

A: Yes. Unit will power up the unit providing a 3-5 hr runtime.

Q: 7. Can I charge my other vmount batts on this charger?

A: Yes, The CAME-TV Mini 99 Lightweight V-Mount Battery 2-Pack with Dual Charger Kit would be able to charge other V-mount battery brands. Also the batteries you charge do not have to be mini in size.

Q: 8. Can I power up a Godox VL200 with this batteries and how long will they last on a 100% brightness ?

A: The Godox VL200II Daylight LED Monolight (215W) can be powered by V mount batteries. The CAME-TV Mini 99 has 99Wh. Divide that by the max power of the VL200II which is 215 W, you get 0.4 an hour or 24 minutes of full power.

Q: 9. Can you attach a small Sony BP battery while this plate is on the camera? (for hot swapping purposes)

A: No, Once CAME-TV V-Mount Battery Plate for Sony FX9 the installed you will only be able to work with Vmount batteries and you will not have access to the built in Sony battery mount.

Q: 10. Is this only compatible with came tv mini batteries or am I able to use other mini vmount batteries from other brands?

A: The CAME-TV Uninterruptible Power Supply Dual V-Mount Battery Plate would work with any v-mount battery size. You do not need to work with Mini sized batteries.