Blueshape MVQUICK User manual

www.blueshape.net Printed in Malta 2009
HOT SWAP SYSTEM
FOR V-LOCK LITHIUM ION BATTERIES
Model
MVQUICK
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Revision 1.2

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Introduction
MVQUICK is a hot swap system to be installed as a battery
interface between the camera (or any other V-lock compatible
device) and the battery pack.
The main purpose is to allow camera battery replacement without
any power interruption through an automatic detection of the battery
removal.
Additionally, MVQUICK provides an alternative power source of
about 21Wh to be used as UPS in case of a sudden power failure or
extended power requirements.
MVQUICK graphic description
1. Installation interface for external V-Lock battery
2. D-tap connector (on opposite site, not visible in drawing)
3. Output connector (power outlet, to device)
4. Data communication selector
5. LED indicators showing state of charge of internal battery
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Principle of operation
MVQUICK features an internal battery system of about 21Wh. This
power source is automatically connected to the output terminals
(becoming the only power source) whenever the main V-Lock
battery is not installed, removed or empty (voltage below 12V).
Alternatively, when a V-Lock battery with a voltage greater than 12V
is installed, it becomes the main power source connected to the
output connector.
If, during usage, the V-lock battery voltage drops below 12V, or it is
removed, MVQUICK automatically provides a continuous power
supply to the device without any power interruption.
As soon as this switchover takes place and MVQUICK operates
through its internal power source, the 3 LEDs become alighted
(depending on the state of charge) to alarm the user that the main
power source, coming from the external V-Lock battery is no more
available and the internal UPS is providing continuity power.
When operating as the main power source, the runtime provided by
MVQUICK depends by the state of charge of its internal battery and
the actual power consumption.
The LED array displays the state of charge based on the internal
battery voltage and the following criteria:
Voltage Approx. state of charge LEDs
> 15.2V 100% ~ 66% All 3 LEDs on [H M L]
15.2V ~ 14.4V 66% ~ 33% 2 LEDs on [M L]
14.4V ~ 13.0V 33% ~ 10% 1 LED on [L]
< 13.0V 0% ~ 10% 1 LED flashing [L]

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How to check the state of charge
Out from the box, the internal battery of MVQUICK has a state of
charge of about 50% or higher.
To verify the state of charge:
- When the external battery is installed:
Press the “Check” button to verify the state. The LED will stay
on for about 3 sec showing the state (see table above). The
LEDs will flash when the internal battery is being charged.
- When the external battery is not installed:
The LEDs are automatically alighted continuously displaying
the state of charge. However, if 60 minutes elapse without an
installation of a new battery, MVQUICK enters in a low power
mode and automatically shuts off. Press the “Check” button to
wake up the device and verify the state (see later).
The prediction of the state of charge based on cell voltage may
appear inaccurate especially when the device is requesting a high
current load. Under similar circumstances, the internal voltage drop
may be large enough to switch off the first LED [H] and apparently
displays a state of charge below 66%. In similar cases the LED
gauge is programmed with a pessimistic capacity prediction, and the
state of charge seems to reduce faster, especially for the first and
even the second LED [H M]. In any case the flashing 3rd LED
represents a critical threshold after which the camera should be
switched off or alternatively, a fresh battery installed.
How to charge the internal battery
MVQUICK has an internal battery pack that can be charged in two
different ways:
- By installing MVQUICK on a V-Lock charger as a standalone
device:
The internal battery will be charged automatically. The charging
time depends on the charge current but should not exceed 60
minutes on most commercially available chargers.
- Automatically upon installation of a new battery:
Whenever an empty battery is swapped with a fresh battery, the
newly installed battery will restore the lost energy of MVQUICK
by charging the its internal battery with a 120mA current for a
maximum time of 90 minutes. This will ensure that a maximum
of 180mAh will be replenished in the internal battery.

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This automatic partial charging is an efficient way to keep
MVQUICK fully charged even after several swaps.
It is however recommendable to fully charge MVQUICK on a
charger for the first time, or prior to an extensive working session.
How to switch off / switch on
MVQUICK is supplied switched off to save internal power and
automatically enters in low power mode when not in use.
- How to switch it on:
a) MVQUICK automatically switches on upon installation of an
external battery with a voltage > 12V. Note that when an
external battery is installed, MVQUICK is permanently on and
will never enter in low power mode.
b) By pressing the LED button to check the state, when an
external battery is not installed.
- How to switch it off:
a) MVQUICK automatically switches off when an external
battery is not installed for at least 60 minutes and the LED
button is not pressed during this period.
b) To force a switch off, remove the external battery and press
and hold the LED button for about 5 seconds until the LEDs go
off.
When MVQUICK is operating as the only power source, regardless
whether it is powering a device or not (meaning that no external
battery is installed), it will switch off after 60 minutes. To avoid this,
just press the LED button once to restart the countdown and prolong
the operating period.
It is preferable to switch off MVQUICK after a working session or
before storage to minimise the power consumption and the self-
discharge.

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Battery communication bypass
When MVQUICK is used with BLUESHAPE V-lock batteries or with
batteries having the same communication protocol, it is possible to
obtain data communication between the device and the battery.
The data switch selector can be moved by a pointed object towards
ON to enable or towards OFF to disable data communication.
Technical specifications
Internal battery:
Type Li-Ion rechargeable
Nominal voltage 14.4V
Nominal capacity 1.5Ah – 21Wh
Max. discharge current 10A
Operating temperature range -20°C ~ +60°C (-4°F ~ +140°F)
Storage temperature range 0°C ~ +30°C (32°F ~ 86°F)
Dimensions 142 x 83 x 50mm
Weight 488g
At our own responsibility we declare that this product is CE certified.

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Warranty
BLUESHAPE MVQUICK is warranted to be free from defects in
materials, workmanship and functionality for a period of 18 months
commencing from the date of purchase.
This warranty shall not apply to any products or parts of, that have
been subjected to misuse, negligence, accidental or abnormal
conditions of operation.
The buyer should always contact the place of purchase for any
return of defective product. It is important that the buyer provides us
with as much information as possible about the failure being
claimed.
In the event of product failure for which warranty applies, we will
repair or replace the product free of charge. In these cases, all
expenses including transport charges will be borne by us.
In the case where the failure has been caused by one of the causes
explained above, repairs should be billed at a nominal cost. Prior to
the carrying out of any repairs, we will inform the customer of the
estimated costs of these repairs.
These warranty conditions are the only ones applicable to our
products and overrule any other expressed or implied warranties.
We shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from warranty
statements other than those contained in this declaration.
In all warranty claims, the buyer must reproduce the original
purchase invoice.

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