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The title is pretty much self explanatory. I have an IDX X3 lite light that uses a d tap connector. Is there any way I can use an adapter to use it on a newer camcorder?

 

A d-tap connector, like in the image shown above, is a special type of power cable used to connect devices to large V-mount or Gold mount batteries.  The image shown by Comic_Sans_MS shows the end of the d-tap cable that connects to the batteries.  The other end of the cable can be whatever shape/size of connection port the device uses, though it usually looks like the power connector for a laptop.

 

So for your IDX lights, as long as you find a compatible power source that will provide the right amount of electrical power you should be able to use it.  It doesn't have to be a d-tap source, it can be an AC adapter, a USB power station, etc. with a suitable connection and right amount of "juice".

 

Here's an image of a V-mount battery with a d-tap port.  The d-tap port are the two copper connection points on the lower side of the battery.

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The title is pretty much self explanatory. I have an IDX X3 lite light that uses a d tap connector. Is there any way I can use an adapter to use it on a newer camcorder?

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The title is pretty much self explanatory. I have an IDX X3 lite light that uses a d tap connector. Is there any way I can use an adapter to use it on a newer camcorder?

 

A d-tap connector, like in the image shown above, is a special type of power cable used to connect devices to large V-mount or Gold mount batteries.  The image shown by Comic_Sans_MS shows the end of the d-tap cable that connects to the batteries.  The other end of the cable can be whatever shape/size of connection port the device uses, though it usually looks like the power connector for a laptop.

 

So for your IDX lights, as long as you find a compatible power source that will provide the right amount of electrical power you should be able to use it.  It doesn't have to be a d-tap source, it can be an AC adapter, a USB power station, etc. with a suitable connection and right amount of "juice".

 

Here's an image of a V-mount battery with a d-tap port.  The d-tap port are the two copper connection points on the lower side of the battery.

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Here's a list of on-camera LED lights you can buy if you don't want to waste time looking for a compatible power source for your IDX light.

 

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2|0&ci=2026&N=4018899804&mnp=20&mxp=

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Alright, thanks a lot!

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