Nikon BG-N16 User manual

BG-N16
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the Nikon D5500
DSLR Camera
USER’S MANUAL

Introduction
Congratulations on your new BG-N16 battery grip
purchase. Enjoy the many benefits that a battery grip
offers, such as extended shooting time and more control
and comfort when shooting in a vertical (portrait)
orientation.
The Vello BG-N16 is compatible with the Nikon D5500
DSLR camera, and accepts up to two Nikon EN-EL14
or EN-EL14a rechargeable batteries (not included). The
battery grip is equipped with an alternative shutter-
release button that triggers the camera via the included
shutter release cable for shooting in a vertical position.
This is ideal for portrait photography.
Please read through this entire manual before using
the BG-N16 battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-N16 should only be used with compatible
devices specified in this manual.
2. Only use with batteries recommended in this manual.
3. 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.
4. The battery level may not display properly if batteries
are mounted before mounting the grip.
5. Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.
6. Do not attempt to disassemble.
7. Avoid water or extreme humidity and keep in a dry cool
place.
8. Keep out of reach of children.
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OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION
ASSEMBLY

Overview
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1Battery Grip On/O Switch
Allows the battery grip’s shutter
release button and wireless remote
to be active.
2Shutter Release Button
Use as an alternate shutter release
button for shooting in vertical
(portrait) mode.
31/4"-20 Tripod Socket
Allows for mounting to a tripod when
the grip is attached to your camera.
4Anti-Slip Rubber Grip
Provides a secure and comfortable
grip when shooting vertically.
5Locking Wheel
Secures the grip to the camera’s
tripod socket.
62.5 mm Remote Cable Socket
Accepts 2.5 mm shutter release cable.
7Battery Chamber Cover
Secures up to two Nikon EN-EL14 or
EN-EL14a batteries.
8Battery Chamber Lock
Locks the battery chamber cover.
9Camera Battery Door Holder
Stores the camera’s battery chamber
door when the grip is mounted.
10 Power Contacts
Slides into the camera’s battery
chamber and transmits power.
11 1/4"-20 Mounting Stud
Connects to the camera’s tripod
socket.
12 2.5 mm Remote Cable (BG-N6RC)
Transmits shutter release signal from
battery grip to the camera.
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ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION

Attaching the Grip
1. Ensure that the camera
power is turned off.
2. Turn the camera upside
down and open the cameras
battery chamber door. Pull
gently at a 45° angle until the
chamber door detaches.
3. Slide the camera battery
chamber door into the
BG-N16 chamber door
holder for safekeeping.
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4. Insert the BG-N16 grip
power contacts into the
camera’s battery chamber
as shown. Make sure to
align the camera’s tripod
socket with the BG-N16
mounting screw.
5. Rotate the locking wheel
counterclockwise until it is
firmly tightened.
6. Connect the shutter release
cable from the cable release
socket on the battery grip
to the remote release port
on the D5500 body.
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OVERVIEW
ASSEMBLY INTRODUCTION

Inserting Batteries
1. Flip the battery chamber
lock up and twist it
counterclockwise to open
the battery chamber door.
2. Line up the contacts on the
batteries with the contacts
inside the battery chamber.
3. Insert batteries into the
battery chamber. When
installing two batteries, wait
for the confirmation LED on
the back of the camera to
blink before inserting the
second battery.
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When removing the grip, turn the
camera power off and remove
the batteries.
4. Close and lock the battery
chamber door.
5. Turn the battery grips
On/Off Switch to the On
position.
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OVERVIEW
ASSEMBLY INTRODUCTION

Power Source Two Nikon EN-EL14 or EN-EL14a Rechargeable Batteries
Operating Temperature 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
Dimensions 4.9 " × 3.1 " × 3.8 " (12.4 × 7.9 × 9.6 cm)
Weight 5.4 oz. (153.1 g)
The shutter release button on the
battery grip is not triggering the
camera.
• Make sure the 2.5 mm Shutter Release Cable is connected from the battery
grip to the camera.
• Make sure the battery grip’s On/O switch is turned on.
Specifications
Troubleshooting
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