The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini, in a V-mount from Core SWX, is a compact 14.8V, 98Wh lithium-ion battery that supports a constant 12A draw and peak draw of 16A. This high output makes it perfect for cine and broadcast applications, but it can also be used for virtually all other applications. At only 11.93 cm in height and weighing 0.63 kg, it's great for gimbal, drone and mobile applications. This NEO 9 Mini version has an ergonomic design, a large backlit LCD, and a protective over-moulded rubberised housing, making it more advanced than previous Hypercore batteries.

It's microprocessor-driven like previous Hypercores, ensuring safety and runtime delivery to camera viewfinders or LCDs, but, leveraging the microprocessor, the NEO 9 Mini features an RFID transmitter on the front that lets you monitor the stored battery data via Core SWX's VoltBridgeID iOS app or an RFID reader. Furthermore, the NEO 9 Mini has a more modular design consisting of less cabling, allowing for increased quality. With the different parts installed separately and securely inside the housing, the chance of failure is reduced in case of drops, and servicing the battery becomes a simpler, more efficient process as the different parts install plug-and-play.

In addition to the large LCD, the Hypercore NEO 9 Mini has an LED gauge on the side where the user can easily glance over at it. Other features include 2000 charge/discharge cycles, hibernation mode, and the ability to communicate to cameras as well as chargers with both one-wire and two-wire protocols (see the Features section below). Such an advanced battery wouldn't be complete without peripheral support. The NEO 9 Mini provides a SmartTap D-Tap port and a USB port for powering/charging devices. The SmartTap port lets you power any 12 VDC accessory and transmit battery data if the accessory is able to communicate that information.

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini is also widely compatible with many different chargers. This V-mount version is compatible with RED, IDX, and Sony V-mount chargers, among others.

Compact and Powerful

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini is a 14.8V, 98Wh lithium-ion battery supporting a 12A continuous draw and 16A peak draw. It's only 11.93 cm in height and weighs 0.63 kg.

Internal Design

The battery features an eight-cell design utilizing Panasonic cells.

Runtime LCD

A multipurpose backlit LCD provides nominal runtime based on a 25W load, remaining runtime once connected to a device and remaining charge time when on a charger.

Camera Communication

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini can communicate with cameras as well as chargers with both one-wire and two-wire protocols.

Hibernation

The packs go to sleep/hibernate when there is no battery usage or movement after a 48-hour period. Once the battery is picked back up, it awakens.

SmartTap Port

Integrated "smart" D-Tap connector allows users to power any 12 VDC device while also receiving all battery data from the port.

USB Port

5V USB port allows powering any USB accessory on the set and charging mobile devices.

Rubberized Housing

Over-moulded, non-slip rubberized housing helps provide cell protection against accidental impacts.

Firmware Upgradeable

The NEO 9 Mini is firmware-upgradeable via its USB port.

UN38.3 Certified

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini UN38.3 is certified for safer travel (depending on the airline carrier).

Storage Mode

The Hypercore NEO 9 Mini incorporates Storage Mode to protect self-discharge and help comply with travel regulations.