Vello BG-C10-2 User manual

USER’S MANUAL
BG-C10-2
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the Canon
EOS 70D, 80D, and 90D
DSLR Cameras

Thank you
for choosing Vello
The Vello BG-C10-2 battery grip offers extended
shooting time and comfort when shooting in a vertical
(portrait) orientation. The grip is compatible with the
Canon 90D, 80D, and 70D DSLR Cameras and accepts
up to two Canon LP-E6/E6N(H) rechargeable batteries.
It offers an alternate shutter release button, main dial,
and access to AF-ON and autofocus and autoexposure
selection buttons, making the grip ideal for shooting
portrait photography. The control-lock switch disables
all the grip’s controls to prevent unwanted triggering.
Please read through this entire
manual before using the B G - C10 -2
battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-C10-2 should be used only with the
compatible devices specified in this manual.
2. Use only with the batteries and battery holders
recommended in this manual.
3. If you notice smoke, noise, or an unusual smell 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 installed before mounting the grip.
5. Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.
6. Do not attempt to disassemble.
7. Avoid exposing this product to water or extreme
humidity, and keep it in a cool, dry place.
8. Keep out of reach of children.
9. All images are for illustrative purposes only.
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Overview
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1Shutter release button
2Camera battery door holder
3AF area/AF method
4Main dial
5Hand-strap mount
6Tripod socket
7Nonslip grip
8Battery compartment
9Battery compartment lock
10 Thumbwheel
11 Mounting screw
12 AF-ON selection and magnify
button
13 AE/FE lock and Index/reduce
button
14 AF-ON button
15 Control lock switch
16 Power contacts
17 Contact cap
18 Battery slot 1
19 Slot 1 contacts
20 Slot 2 contacts
21 Battery slot 2
22 6-bay AA battery tray
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1. Ensure that the camera is
turned off.
2. Remove the camera’s
battery chamber door. Pull
gently at a 45° angle until
the door detaches.
3. Slide the chamber door
into the BG-C10-2’s
camera battery door
holder for safekeeping.
Attaching the Battery Grip
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4. Insert the battery grip’s power contacts into
the camera’s battery chamber and attach the
grip to the camera.
5. Rotate the thumbwheel counterclockwise until
the grip is secured to the camera.
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Inserting Batteries
1. Turn off the camera’s
power, and make sure the
grip’s control lock switch is
in the Off position.
2. Twist the battery tray’s
lock, and remove the
battery tray from the grip.
3. Canon LP-E6 / E6N(H)
batteries: Insert the first
battery into slot 1 as
shown, and push down to
lock the battery in place.
Repeat for slot 2.
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B
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4. AA Batteries: Place six
identical AA batteries into
the AA battery tray as
indicated.
5. Insert and lock the battery
tray inside the battery grip.
6. Turn on the camera power,
and switch the grip’s
control lock to the On
position.
Note: When removing the grip,
turn off the camera’s power,
switch the grip’s control lock
to off, and then remove the
batteries.
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Specifications
Power source 1. Up to two Canon LP-E6/E6N(H) type rechargeable Li-ion batteries
2. Six AA/LR6 Alkaline, Ni-MH, Lithium or Nickel-Manganese batteries
Operating temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Dimensions (H × W × D) 4.5 × 5.7 × 3.3 in. (11.4 × 14.5 × 8.5 cm)
Weight 9 oz. (254 g) without batteries
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
When using the AA battery tray, the battery indicator will work with only NiMH batteries.
Please note: It’s not recommended to use Duracell® brand alkaline batteries.
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