DV Link Battery-System (Sony version): Overview

The DV Link Battery-System from Hawk-Woods is a world first. It allows Mini-DV camera operators to mount and power additional on-board equipment from a single camera battery. This is achieved via a series of Linking power adaptors and mounts which integrate with the unique Hawk-Woods Link battery and each other.

Operators of a variety of Sony cameras (Z1/FX1/Z5*/Z7*/PD-150/PD-170) can now power a lamp, hard disk and/or radio mic, all from the same battery that's powering the camera.

The DV-F Link batteries are the beginning of the Sony DV Link Battery-System. These Sony NP-F type replacements have a unique electro-mechanical feature, allowing power to be transferred to other integrating Link products. These batteries can be charged on both Sony and our own battery chargers.

Attaching directly to DV-F Link batteries, DV Link Power Adaptors step-up and distribute battery power. This allows the user to power additional on-board equipment as well as the camera.

DV Link mounts and brackets can be attached to both Link Batteries and Power Adaptors. They allow a range of broadcast hardware to be both mounted and powered by the System.

Download an overview PDF on the DV Link Battery-System here

(*Limited compatibility)

Frequently Asked Questions

What cameras does the Sony DV Link Battery-System work with?

The system works with the Sony Z1, FX1, PD-150, PD-170. It has limited compatibly with the Z5 and Z7 due to the fact that these cameras have a hard-disk recorder which when in use, covers the rear of the battery port. If the hard disk recorder is not being used, the Link battery and DV-CA12 power adaptor are compatible. DV Link batteries feature Info-Lithium technology and are recognised as 100% compatible with these Sony cameras.

Can I connect Link adaptors to my existing Sony batteries?

No, the ‘Link’ fitting is unique to Hawk-Woods (patent pending). Sony NP-F type batteries do not have this feature.

How long will the DV-F970L battery run my camera for?

This battery will run a Z1 for approximately 5½ hours, if a Link power adaptor is attached and running additional equipment (such as a lamp) this time will be reduced. The reduction in time will depend on the amount of additional power drawn.

What is the maximum capacity available from a DV Link power adaptor?

The DV-CA25 will provide 25Watts

What DV Link products work with what?

Please see the compatibility chart PDF here

Will DV Link batteries charge on my existing Sony NP-F type charger?

Yes

Will Sony NP-F type batteries charge on the Hawk-Woods DV-MC type chargers?

Yes