Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? at DVinfo.net

Preston Mitchum · January 23rd, 2014, 09:36 PM

I'm struggling to figure out a way to power my Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro (which runs off of 9v batteries) with my Fotga DP500II Power Supply. The power supply includes a 5v, USB (5v), 7.4v, 12v, and D-Tap (14v) outlets. I'm currently powering my external monitor with the 12v outlet and my GH2 via DC coupler with the 7.4v outlet. I have been looking for a battery eliminator that would work, however I've only found AC battery eliminators. Is there anyway for me to power my Beachtek with my remaining DC outlets?

Rick Reineke · January 24th, 2014, 12:07 PM

Find out from Beachtek what the voltage range is , it may be able to handle 12V. I have seen.12V to 9V battery eliminators Contact one of the 'usual suspect 'location sound shops. The 12V tap with a 9V regulator would work as well, but if it doesn't have a DC input, modifications would be necessary. Regulators are cheap and easy to build. (soldering/electronics experience required)

Richard Crowley · January 24th, 2014, 12:21 PM

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Preston Mitchum · January 24th, 2014, 03:41 PM

Thanks for the response guys. Richard, I've seen those battery eliminators before. I've thought about buying one and splicing either a 12v male plug on it or a male D-tap. I'm just not proficient enough with soldering iron or my knowledge of circuitry to try it. Rick, I'll look into that. I'm considering trying to use the D-Tap to power the beachtek.

Preston Mitchum · February 3rd, 2014, 07:37 PM

I stumbled across this battery eliminator today.
Shure PS9US 9-Volt Battery Eliminator PS9US

I'm still looking for a D-Tap to 12v-15v DC adapter? Any help?

January 23rd, 2014, 09:36 PM	#1
Preston Mitchum New Boot Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 5	Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? I'm struggling to figure out a way to power my Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro (which runs off of 9v batteries) with my Fotga DP500II Power Supply. The power supply includes a 5v, USB (5v), 7.4v, 12v, and D-Tap (14v) outlets. I'm currently powering my external monitor with the 12v outlet and my GH2 via DC coupler with the 7.4v outlet. I have been looking for a battery eliminator that would work, however I've only found AC battery eliminators. Is there anyway for me to power my Beachtek with my remaining DC outlets?

January 24th, 2014, 12:07 PM	#2
Rick Reineke Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New York Posts: 2,039	Re: Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? Find out from Beachtek what the voltage range is , it may be able to handle 12V. I have seen.12V to 9V battery eliminators Contact one of the 'usual suspect 'location sound shops. The 12V tap with a 9V regulator would work as well, but if it doesn't have a DC input, modifications would be necessary. Regulators are cheap and easy to build. (soldering/electronics experience required)

January 24th, 2014, 12:21 PM	#3
Richard Crowley Trustee Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 1,238	Re: Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? 9 Volt Battery Eliminator Auto Aircraft RV Truck

January 24th, 2014, 03:41 PM	#4
Preston Mitchum New Boot Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 5	Re: Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? Thanks for the response guys. Richard, I've seen those battery eliminators before. I've thought about buying one and splicing either a 12v male plug on it or a male D-tap. I'm just not proficient enough with soldering iron or my knowledge of circuitry to try it. Rick, I'll look into that. I'm considering trying to use the D-Tap to power the beachtek.

February 3rd, 2014, 07:37 PM	#5
Preston Mitchum New Boot Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 5	Re: Powering Beachtek DXA-SLR Pro via V-Mount Power Supply? I stumbled across this battery eliminator today. Shure PS9US 9-Volt Battery Eliminator PS9US I'm still looking for a D-Tap to 12v-15v DC adapter? Any help?