Bebob V98 User manual

bebob factory GmbH – Höglwörtherstr. 350 – D-81379 München – Tel.: [phone]
www.bebob.de
April 2018
V98 rechargeable li-ion Battery
User Manual
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU
READ THIS INSTRUCTION BEFORE USING
YOUR BEBOB V98 BATTERY! PLEASE KEEP
THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Features
•A high capacity battery which is compact and lightweight. Direct fitting to a camera via V-
Mount.
•Five-step LED power indicator (100% - 80% - 60% - 40% - 20%).
•From SN V9801744, full Capacity Status LED (green over 70%; yellow between 50% and
70%; red under 50%)
Safety instructions
•Only for professional use! Keep batteries out of reach of children and personnel that has
not been instructed in the use of high capacity Lithium-ion batteries!
•Use only with recommended charger.
•Keep the battery dry and do not immerse in water.
•Never open the case of the battery.
•Do not expose to temperature over 60°C.
•Do not expose the battery to fire! May explode if thrown into fire!
•Maximum Load 8.0A.
•Do not put the battery on a device when the red charging LED flashes.
•Handle with care! Do not throw! Do not drop!
Charging
•The bebob V98 battery can be charged with an external bebob charger (or equivalent) with
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) charging ability.
•Approximate charge time may vary depending on charger and temperature.
•bebob V98 can be charged in ambient temperature for optimum performance at 10°C -
30°C.
•bebob V98 batteries can be recharged in any charge condition.

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Discharging
•Maximum load is 8.0A. When using the battery with video or lighting equipment, power
consumption of the equipment must be 8.0A or below. For the protection of the battery, a
load of 8.0A or over may activate the internal protection circuit and stop supply of power. In
this case the status led will turn red.
•The battery can be used in ambient temperature of - 20°C - + 55°C.
Storage
•Storage temperature range is - 20°C ~ + 35°C (<85% humidity).
•To store the battery for a long period (longer than 4 Weeks), the battery should be charged
between 50% and 75%. The battery should be recharged every 4 Weeks.
•After storage some self-discharge will occur. Before re-use it is advisable to recharge the
battery fully.
Warranty
•The V98 is covered by a 2 years unconditional warranty on all parts, except the cells.
•The cells are covered by a 1 year warranty, 70% of the original capacity.
•For warranty issues or if you have any additional questions, please contact the appropriate
bebob distributor listed at www.bebob.de.
Disposal
•The V98 battery has to be disposed within a dedicated collection container for used device
batteries. Please be aware that only empty batteries are allowed for disposal in collection
containers. In case the battery is not completely discharged, precautions against a
potential short-circuit have to be taken.

bebob factory GmbH – Höglwörtherstr. 350 – D-81379 München – Tel.: [phone]
www.bebob.de
April 2018
Specifications
Model
V98
Mount
V-Mount
Capacity
6,8Ah; 98Wh
Voltage
14,4V DC
Maximum Output Voltage
16.8 V DC
End Voltage
12.0 V
Cells
Lithium-Ion Trimix made in Japan
Max. Discharge Current
8.0A
Twist D-Tap
14.4V unreg. Max. 35W
USB Port
5V, 1.0A
Fuel Gauge
5-Step LED
Weight
0,625 Kg
Dimensions (WXHXD)
94x144x39mm
Chargers
bebob, idx, sony
Charging time (bebob VS2/VS4)
2 Hours
Operating Temp. Range
Charge
Discharge
Storage
+ 10°C ~ + 30°C recommended
- 20°C ~ + 55°C
- 20°C ~ + 35°C (<85% RH )

bebob factory GmbH – Höglwörtherstr. 350 – D-81379 München – Tel.: [phone]
www.bebob.de
April 2018
Transport as of April 1st 2016
•This Summary reflects our current Knowledge.
1. Transport by Commercial Airline / Carry-on Luggage
•You can transport in your carry-on luggage a V98 attached to the camera or
equipment it powers.
•You can transport in your carry-on luggage an unspecified number of spare V98:
- Put tape over the contacts.
- Put each single battery in a plastic bag before packing it in your carry-on luggage
•V98 do not need to be discharged to 30% SoC for transport as personal luggage,
this is only a requirement of cargo shipments.
•Carry a copy of the bebob UN Transport Documentation and V98 UN Certificate
•We recommend that you confirm with your carrier of choice, to determine any further
restriction or local policies, before travelling. You will find the actual regulation of
your carrier of choice in the bebob transport information system www.fly-
lithium.com,
2. Transport by Commercial Airline / Checked-in Luggage
•You can transport in your checked-in luggage a V98 attached to the camera or
equipment it powers and a maximum of 3 V98 spare packed in the same piece of
luggage
•V98 do not need to be discharged to 30% SoC for transport as personal luggage,
this is only a requirement of cargo shipments.
•Carry a copy of the bebob UN Transport Documentation and V98 UN Certificate
•We recommend that you confirm with your carrier of choice, to determine any further
local restriction or policies, before travelling. You will find the actual regulation of
your carrier of choice in the bebob transport information system www.fly-
lithium.com,
3. Transport as air-, road- and sea-freight
•Li-Ion batteries, and so bebob V98, when shipped by air, road or sea are classified as
dangerous goods class 9 and subject to special UN certified packaging.
•Air transport authority training and authorisation (PK 1) are required for packing any
more than 2 V98, for an air cargo shipment.
•Li-Ion batteries for air cargo must have a state-of-charge of no more than 30% for
shipping, means only one out of the five fuel gauge led lights up.
•We recommend that you confirm with your carrier of choice, to determine any further
local restriction or policies, before travelling. You will find the actual regulation of
your carrier of choice in the bebob transport information system www.fly-
lithium.com,

bebob factory GmbH – Höglwörtherstr. 350 – D-81379 München – Tel.: [phone]
www.bebob.de
April 2018