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Jason Ramsey

08-17-2009, 03:33 AM

After a long hiatus, the DVXuser Battery is now once again for sale through our new Landmine Shop:

http://landmine.tv/shop

Use the following coupon code with at least one battery in your cart will receive $10.00 off of your total order. Valid until the end of September: dvx$10

We are also currently offering free shipping on orders over $200. We are also currently offering discounted pricing of $74 per battery when you order 4 or more. Keep an eye on the following thread for current promotions, discounts, coupon codes, etc.

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=180531

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With the shop will hopefully come easier browsing, ordering, and faster response times and order fulfilment.

This thread is for discussion of the DVXuser Battery, and/or Questions, comments, etc about the batteries, purchasing batteries, etc.

We are happy to offer our DVXuser.com members specially made 5600mah batteries for an incredible direct price of only $79.00!. We had these batteries specially made from one of the most reliable battery makers and have tested them to meet the standards of our users. They work with the DVX100, DVX100a, DVX100b, HVX200, HVX200a, HPX170, Pal and NTSC models and the DVC-30, and other Panasonic cameras that use the CGR series batteries, . They charge in the original chargers that come with your camera as well as lenmar, Dolgin, and most other aftermarket chargers.

In our tests, they lasted over 5 hours of constant 24pa recording, with the LCD closed and EVF on.
The table below are best case results, so you may have better or worse run time depending on how much you zoom and use the TFT display, FF/RW, standby etc.

Later,
Jason

Jason Ramsey

08-17-2009, 05:31 PM

All orders that were placed by 4pm mountain time today have shipped. any others will go out tomorrow. I hit the post office around 3-4pm mountain each day when necessary.

I recommend priority mail for orders of up to two batteries... it costs 4.95 and I can ship in a flat rate box, so we don't have to tack on any extra for shipping supplies, etc. Priority is supposed to be 2-3 days average. unless you want it quicker of course. Still tweaking out the shipping options, but we'll get you taken care of one way or another :)

Later,
Jason

Jason Ramsey

08-18-2009, 03:05 PM

heading to the post office in about an hour to ship the current orders. If you order before then, I can get you processed and shipped out today.

Later,
Jason

MatthewC

09-02-2009, 02:06 PM

Jason Ramsey

09-02-2009, 03:34 PM

Hey. The refund was for the difference in shipping cost. I shipped it priority flat rate, rather than priority. Shipping time is the same, but the cost is less, so I refunded you the difference :)

Supposed to be 6-7 business days to canada for priority. Looks like you shipped out on the 21st (which would have been late that day)... So, today is the 8th business day. checked the status and looks like last update was when i shipped it out (which is normal).

Hopefully will be there within the next day or two. could also get held up in customs for any number of reasons. But, if you don't receive it by the end of the week let me know.

EDIT TO ADD: I shipped two packages to Canada that day, and neither has arrived yet. So, hopefully will arrive soon. Let me know if you don't see it in the next couple of days.

later,
Jason

MatthewC

09-03-2009, 03:59 PM

Jason Ramsey

09-03-2009, 04:10 PM

cool. glad you got it.

Yeah. giving everyone keychains while supplies last :)

later,
jason

mcvideo

09-17-2009, 10:08 AM

looking to buy another batt for my HVX200. what batter should i purchase? thanks Jason. Your new page looks good.

Jason Ramsey

09-17-2009, 04:03 PM

we only have one battery in our store, so if you are asking about that, the battery we have it will work with your camera.

Our batteries have gone through 5 or 6 versions over the years, getting a bit better each time.

I'm going to extend the 10 dollars off per battery coupon for at least another couple weeks here in a moment as well.

Later,
Jason

Carlos Corral

09-18-2009, 10:11 AM

Hi Jason,

I tried entering the coupon code dvx$10 in my shopping cart but it says that its invalid.

Jason Ramsey

09-18-2009, 05:29 PM

Hey. I just extended the coupon to the end of this month. Should work for you now.

later,
Jason

RGP

10-04-2009, 08:11 PM

Hi,

This could be a dumb question but what is the best way to charge the battery when you first get it?
I have heard that it is best to use the battery until it dies and then charge it all the way. I have also heard that you should put it on the charger and let it charge all the way.

So what would be best for me to get optimal performance from the battery?

Thanks
Micah

Jason Ramsey

10-04-2009, 08:14 PM

Give it a full charge first would be my recommendation.

later,
jason

DeadEyesSmiling

10-12-2009, 10:52 PM

Any chance of getting another discount promo soon?

-DES

Jason Ramsey

10-12-2009, 10:57 PM

sure. remind me tomorrow. I'll see what I can come up with...

free shipping right now though.

XMaduX

10-15-2009, 01:24 PM

How long would it takes to deliver in DC Area?

thanx

Jason Ramsey

10-15-2009, 01:31 PM

usps priority is typically 2-3 business days.

Now, the only variable is how quickly I ship. Sometimes I get behind (Just getting caught up today) and it can take a bit.

But, if you email me ahead of time (shop at landmine dot tv) and let me know any special needs you might have before placing your order, I'll see what I can do to accommodate you. I try to ship a few times a week, but the last couple of weeks it was only once a week as I got a bit behind on shipments. I am back current now though.

I am headed to the post office shortly to ship a bunch. If you get your order in soon, I can ship it out with today's orders. Today being Thursday, you would likely have it Saturday or Monday if it shipped USPS Priority Flat Rate (which is 4.95).

There are other shipping options as well that can get it there next day, etc. Please feel free to email me and we can discuss.

later,
Jason

XMaduX

10-15-2009, 01:49 PM

OK, Thank you Jason, I'll check with my friend in DC who will gonna get the package for me. I'll let you know.

sonuxxx

10-31-2009, 02:43 AM

is it free shipping to canada too i want to order the battery for my hvx200A

Jason Ramsey

11-01-2009, 06:50 PM

kxm9976

11-05-2009, 02:26 AM

no. canada is around 12.95, I think. The system is billing you like 19.95, but I can refund the extra after teh fact.

I'd wait until tomorrow (monday to order).... batteries are going on sale until the end of the year... they will sell for 59 bucks for the rest of the year... holiday special :)

later,
jason

Hello Jason.

I have 2 questions.

1) Roughly how many hours of shooting will I get with LCD open?
2) The site states the price to be $55 but when I add to my cart it switches to $59.

Thanks

kxm9976

11-05-2009, 02:29 AM

Hello Jason.

I have 2 questions.

1) Roughly how many hours of shooting will I get with LCD open?
2) The site states the price to be $55 but when I add to my cart it switches to $59.

Thanks

Actually I misread the the listing. I guess I need to buy 4 to get it at $55 a piece.

Could you still answer my other question, please.

thanks

Jason Ramsey

11-05-2009, 11:43 AM

which camera are you shooting with?

Later,
jason

kxm9976

11-05-2009, 11:30 PM

Dvx100a

which camera are you shooting with?

Later,
jason

Jason Ramsey

11-06-2009, 10:36 PM

I've never used 'em with a dvx100... But, it's a long time... it was rated at like over 5 hours with the lcd closed...

I get 2-3 hours pretty easy on them with the hvx200 with lcd open and all that stuff. They are rated at 5600mah.. so, just divide it by the mah rating of whatever battery you have now (assuming it's a decent one)... so, say you had a battery that was 1800mah... the dvxuser battery would last you about 3.5X longer than whatever that battery lasts you under the same conditions.

later,
jason

Spiral

11-11-2009, 04:05 PM

Would like to buy but your Paypal site is down. Paypal needs you to validate your address with them.

Londude

12-20-2009, 08:25 AM

Hello jason do you ship internationally? I live in New Zealand. If you do how much is the shipping costs? Thankyou.

Jason Ramsey

12-20-2009, 01:12 PM

Hey. We do ship internationally. Your average shipping situation would be to have it shipped priority international. I can ship up to 2 batteries in a small flat rate box, which runs 12.95 to New Zealand. The shop will probably charge you more, as the flat rate options don't seem to be showing up right now, but I will refund you the difference after the fact.

So, for priority, which is typically 6-10 days ship time, would run you between 13 and 25 bucks, depending on amount of batteries ordered, etc. That would be the shipping method I would recommend as it is the most economical in my opinion without too long of delivery times. You could upgrade to something like express mail international, but things start to get expensive at that point.

later,
Jason

8string

01-27-2010, 03:42 AM

Does it work with the Panasonic HMC-150?

Jason Ramsey

01-27-2010, 01:35 PM

nope. hmc150 uses a different type of battery.

Later,
Jason

Justice675

03-23-2010, 02:50 PM

Any word on when you will have the batteries in stock?

Jason Ramsey

03-26-2010, 12:29 PM

i have 8 batteries left. I'll update the store as soon as i double check that there aren't any outstanding orders.

To anyone else who has been waiting for their order to be fulfilled, I've fulfilled all orders placed before today and included 1 extra battery for free in each order b/c of the delay on our end.

ltaer,
Jason

Justice675

03-26-2010, 11:46 PM

alright... I have just been waiting to purchase for some time, but your outta stock :-)

Jason Ramsey

03-30-2010, 01:57 PM

12 in stock at the moment... will have to place a new order for stock after that, but might be a bit, so grab them while you can if you want them.

peaceout

04-04-2010, 07:06 PM

do you still have any batteries left and how much do you sell them for?
and are they for dvcpro?

bigmajik

04-16-2010, 01:20 PM

i placed an order for a battery on 4/12/10 at 1123pm. how long does it take for 1st class delivery to new jersey?

i ordered a battery back in dec. and i believe it only took 2 or 3 days to reach me.

Jason Ramsey

04-16-2010, 11:27 PM

hey. sorry... been in vegas at nab all week. just got back home tonight. was pretty much offline the whole time as well, due to tropicana having the worst 13 dollar/day internet in the history of 13/day internet.

will get the orders shipped out tomorrow or monday. If anyone who ordered in the last week or so, needs them by a certain date, please email me at jason at landmine dot tv and we can discuss if it will be possible for me to get the batteries shipped (at my expense) using a quicker method, or if a refund will be necessary.

later,
Jason

bilgami

06-23-2010, 11:48 AM

where do i order the dvx battery?

JitCam

06-26-2010, 02:50 AM

got a question.. will the batteries work with the hvx200E european version and do u ship to europe? thanx

lenco12

09-16-2010, 11:01 PM

Hey Jason, how long does it take for a battery to get across the border? I ordered a battery on August 18 and haven't heard a peep.
Also, I got an $8 refund after I paid, not sure why, lol.

matthew@4reelfilms.ca
Hey. The refund was for the difference in shipping cost. I shipped it priority flat rate, rather than priority. Shipping time is the same, but the cost is less, so I refunded you the difference :)

Supposed to be 6-7 business days to canada for priority. Looks like you shipped out on the 21st (which would have been late that day)... So, today is the 8th business day. checked the status and looks like last update was when i shipped it out (which is normal).

Hopefully will be there within the next day or two. could also get held up in customs for any number of reasons. But, if you don't receive it by the end of the week let me know.

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iFilmNW

01-28-2011, 10:45 AM

Are batteries in stock? In need . . . thanks

Jodysmith

01-28-2011, 12:27 PM

I hope so :-) I ordered two about a week ago and have not heard anything...?

Any word?

Jason Ramsey

01-28-2011, 12:38 PM

Stock was mis-counted on the store. Am ordering a new batch int he next day or so. Will be sending out emails to current orders to make things right for anyone waiting on batteries. either refund, free batteries, etc... I'll take it on a case by case. Just a few folks with outstanding orders, but will get you all taken care of individually.

I intended to contact you earlier, just been a bit crazy for me atm with an ongoing move.

later,
Jason

iFilmNW

01-28-2011, 03:55 PM

ok thanks, any update on ETA would be great . . just ordered 3 batteries . . in need thanks!

Jodysmith

01-29-2011, 02:16 PM

Thanks Jason, keep us posted

atlfilmguy

03-04-2011, 06:13 AM

When will the batteries be back in stock?
I need two.
Thanks

Jason Ramsey

04-06-2011, 12:50 PM

just got a couple hundred in stock, so we should be good for a while.

Later,
Jaosn

7even Inc

07-01-2011, 08:11 AM

Hi there,

I live in Canada and I see you are not able to ship your product here? Is there a way around this?

Jason Ramsey

07-01-2011, 01:12 PM

I have to do a little research and see if I can ship afford-ably to Canada... Apparently, Canada has gotten much stricter recently, and last time I tried to ship via postal service, they would not let me...

I'll try to find out what I can find out and get back to you on it.

FACTS

09-20-2011, 03:06 PM

Hey Jason, Am looking for a battery i can use on my HVX200a. Let me know how long it can take.

Jason Ramsey

09-20-2011, 03:55 PM

where would it be shipping to?

capo_99

09-21-2011, 05:48 PM

Jason, I'm unable to message you, could you message me when you have a moment?