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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Power plug socket failure

« Last post by 1022mm on May 12, 2025, 10:26:04 PM »

I did some workbench diagnostics today.  The plug and the socket don't show any obvious problems, though I don't really have a good reference on what they *should* look like.  I attached photos of the socket on my camera, is anything that stands out as unusual here?

When the power cord is plugged in, moving the cord while the plug itself is not moving causes the power to drop in and out.  I'm wondering if this is a break where the cord wires are soldered to the plug contacts.

I ordered a new power cord which should arrive tomorrow, hopefully that fixes it.

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Power plug socket failure

« Last post by kroncezo on May 12, 2025, 06:40:23 PM »

If you haven't already, I'd definitely start with inspecting the inside of the barrel closer for any signs of things like dirt or rust which you might be able to clean off relatively easily. Do the same with whatever power cable you're using as well. Does the issue persist with other cables? If so, and it's super clean looking, I wouldn't be surprised if it's an issue with the inner pin.

As you may have seen in your 1.4's teardown video, getting your hands on that component would require almost completely disassembling your camera:

https://youtu.be/Y_TFiA05tcc?si=FaktZb-LzhFXzr27Tubidy&t=315

If you're brave & believe qualified for the task, you can probably replace the barrel jack yourself. Maybe even upgrade it to one with locking threads like the 4K12 has too. Otherwise I'd highly recommend contacting support and sending it in for service.

One other, less elegant option might be possible (but I don't know of anyone who's tried it with a Chronos yet)- is maybe you could find a dummy EN-EL4 battery that works with it.

Good tips! I hadn’t thought about trying a dummy EN-EL4 as a workaround, interesting idea. Definitely agree on checking for corrosion or wear in both the jack and cable first. Swapping in a locking barrel like the 4K12 has sounds tempting if you're handy with repairs.

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Power plug socket failure

« Last post by hummingbirdography on May 09, 2025, 12:07:48 AM »

If you haven't already, I'd definitely start with inspecting the inside of the barrel closer for any signs of things like dirt or rust which you might be able to clean off relatively easily. Do the same with whatever power cable you're using as well. Does the issue persist with other cables? If so, and it's super clean looking, I wouldn't be surprised if it's an issue with the inner pin.

As you may have seen in your 1.4's teardown video, getting your hands on that component would require almost completely disassembling your camera:

https://youtu.be/Y_TFiA05tcc?si=FaktZb-LzhFXzr27&t=315

If you're brave & believe qualified for the task, you can probably replace the barrel jack yourself. Maybe even upgrade it to one with locking threads like the 4K12 has too. Otherwise I'd highly recommend contacting support and sending it in for service.

One other, less elegant option might be possible (but I don't know of anyone who's tried it with a Chronos yet)- is maybe you could find a dummy EN-EL4 battery that works with it.

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Chronos User Discussion / Power plug socket failure

« Last post by 1022mm on May 08, 2025, 10:29:34 PM »

My Chronos 1.4 power plug socket (on the camera) appears to be failing (camera purchased new in March 2019).  I can't see any obvious defects in the socket, but it appears the internal contacts may be bent or just going bad.  Rotating or jiggling the plug sometimes gets it working again so I can limp through shoots.    Is this something I can replace or bypass myself, or is this a ship-back-for-repairs thing?

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: How are you powering your chronos 2.1?

« Last post by hummingbirdography on May 08, 2025, 03:58:45 PM »

Personally I just bring a whole bunch of EN-EL4 batteries. I get about 45 minutes each with these ones from Kastar:
https://www.amazon.com/Kastar-Charger-Battery-EN-EL4-EN-EL4A/dp/B01LEP353I

There are some D-tap holders that have a built in boost converter to produce 19V:
https://ikancorp.com/shop/rigs-matte-boxes-follow-focus/camera-cages/stratus-v-mount-battery-power-supply-system-with-d-tap-usb-ports-and-15mm-rod-adapter/

With one of those and a 50Wh battery I get about 1.5 hours of recording on the 2.1

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Chronos User Discussion / How are you powering your chronos 2.1?

« Last post by AustinBurke on May 08, 2025, 08:12:00 AM »

I ve been working wiht mine for a bit and when wall power isn't an option due to mobility or remote shooting locations I have bene looking for a better solution than the nikon batteries the camera uses as it drains them so fast. I havent found a solution that allows me to power the camera off gold mount batteries and the camera requires 17-20v it seems instead of the standard 14.8v output a d tap into a gold mount battery would provide.

So what solutions is everyone using?

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Chronos 1.4 Footage Thread

« Last post by Solscud007 on May 05, 2025, 09:40:54 AM »

Bought a new shell ejecting airsoft gun and recorded the shell eject mechanism. I really like the footage that came out of it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FzNlEVCwMc

Very nice. what SFX are you using?

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Collection of shots with the Chronos 2.1HD

« Last post by B.H.V on April 19, 2025, 06:28:00 AM »

Yes, I'm using Topaz Video AI for upscaling from HD to UHD.

Yes, I also use Topaz VEAI on my 720P footage from my Chronos 1.4 to 2K with great results most of the time! What settings do you use usually in Topaz VEAI?

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Collection of shots with the Chronos 2.1HD

« Last post by Huckleberry on April 19, 2025, 05:37:34 AM »

Yes, I'm using Topaz Video AI for upscaling from HD to UHD.

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Chronos User Discussion / Re: Collection of shots with the Chronos 2.1HD

« Last post by B.H.V on April 18, 2025, 01:04:50 PM »

This is great! Are you using Topaz VEAI to upcsale to 4K?