Vello BG-N18 User manual

Brand: Vello

Model: BG-N18

Category: Digital camera battery grips

Type: User manual

BG-N18

BAT TERY GRIP

Designed for the

Nikon D7500 DSLR Camera

USER’S MANUAL

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Vello and congratulations on your

new BG-N18 battery grip purchase. Enjoy the benefits

that a battery grip offers, such as comfort and control

when shooting in a vertical (portrait) orientation. The

Vello BG-N18 is compatible with the Nikon D7500 DSLR

camera. It accepts an EN-EL15a rechargeable battery and

offers an alternate shutter-release button.

Please read through this entire manual

before using the BG-N18 battery grip.

Precautions

The BG-N18 should be used with only compatible

devices specified in this manual.

2. Use only with batteries recommended in this manual.

If you notice smoke, an unusual smell, or noise from

the battery pack, discontinue use immediately. Remove

the batteries and take the device to a Vello authorized

reseller.

The battery level may not display properly if batteries

are installed before mounting the grip.

5. Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.

6. Do not attempt to disassemble.

Do not expose this product to water or extreme

humidity, and keep in a dry cool place.

8. Keep out of reach of children.

9. All images are for illustrative purposes only.

OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION

ASSEMBLY

Overview

Shutter Release Button

Use as an alternate shutter release

button for shooting in vertical

(portrait) mode.

Nonslip Rubber Grip

Provides a secure and comfortable

grip when shooting vertically.

1/4"-20 Tripod Socket

Allows for mounting to a tripod when

the grip is attached to your camera.

Locking Wheel

Secures the grip to the camera’s

tripod socket.

Camera Battery Door Holder

Stores the camera’s battery chamber

door when the grip is mounted.

2.5 mm Remote Cable Socket

Accepts 2.5 mm shutter release cable.

Battery Tray Compartment

Houses the battery tray.

1/4"-20 Mounting Screw

Connects to the camera’s tripod

socket.

Power Contacts

Slide into the camera’s battery

chamber and transmit power.

Battery Tray

Secures Nikon EN-EL15a battery.

Battery Chamber Lock

Locks and unlocks the battery tray.

2.5 mm Shutter Release Cable

(BG-N6RC)

Transmits shutter release signal from

battery grip to the camera.

ASSEMBLY

OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION

Attaching the Grip

Ensure that the camera

power is turned off.

Turn the camera upside

down, and open the

camera’s battery chamber

door. Pull gently at a 45°

angle until the chamber door

detaches.

Slide the camera battery

chamber door into the

BG-N18 chamber door

holder for safekeeping.

Insert the BG-N18 grip

power contacts into the

camera’s battery chamber

as shown. Make sure to

align the camera’s tripod

socket with the BG-N18

mounting screw.

Rotate the locking wheel

counterclockwise until it is

firmly tightened.

Connect the shutter release

cable from the cable release

socket on the battery grip

to the remote release port

on the camera body.

OVERVIEW

ASSEMBLY

INTRODUCTION

Inserting Batteries

Ensure that the power is

turned off on the camera.

Flip out the battery tray lock

with your finger tip, and

rotate counterclockwise.

Slide the battery tray out

of the grip.

3. Line up the contacts on the

battery with the contacts

inside the battery tray, and

insert the battery.

When removing the grip, turn the camera power off and

remove the batteries.

Insert the battery into the battery tray

compartment, and close and lock the tray.

OVERVIEW

ASSEMBLY

INTRODUCTION

Power Source Nikon EN-EL15a rechargeable battery

Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Dimensions (H × D × W) 4 x 2.9 x 5.3 in. (10.2 x 7.5 x 13.5 cm)

Weight 6.2 oz. (175.8 g)

The shutter release button on the

battery grip is not triggering the

camera.

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Make sure the 2.5 mm Shutter Release Cable is connected from the battery

grip to the camera.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship

under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after

replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty

shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal

use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s)

shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves

the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper

installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER

ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY

IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty

provides you with speciﬁc legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise

authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Vello along with the RMA number and proof of

purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.

For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.

www.gradusgroup.com

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Vello BG-N18 User manual

Brand: Vello

Model: BG-N18

Category: Digital camera battery grips

Type: User manual

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