Vello BG-C4 User manual

BG-C4
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the Canon EOS 7D
DSLR Camera
USER’S MANUAL

Introduction
Thank you for choosing Vello and congratulations on
your new BG-C4 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-C4 is compatible with the Canon EOS
7D DSLR camera. The BG-C4 accepts two Canon LP-
E6 rechargeable batteries, or six AA batteries (alkaline,
Ni-MH, lithium, or nickel-manganese) can be used
instead for added convenience. The BG-C4 is equipped
with an alternate shutter-release button, AF start
button, AF point selection, AE lock/FE lock button,
multi-function button, and main dial for shooting in a
vertical position.
Please read through this entire manual before
using the BG-C4 battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-C4 should only be used with compatible
devices specified in this manual.
2. Only use with batteries and battery holders
recommended in this manual.
3. Cover the power terminals with the contact
cap when the BG-C4 is not in use. This prevents
electrical shorts caused by metal objects touching
the power terminals.
4. When the battery holder is removed from the
grip, remove the batteries or place the holder in
a container to prevent electrical shorts caused by
contact with other metal objects.
5. 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.
6. Turn the grip power off when not shooting
vertically.
7. The battery level may not display properly if
batteries are inserted before mounting the grip.
8. Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.
9. Do not attempt to disassemble.
10.Avoid water or extreme humidity and keep in a dry
and cool place.
11. Keep out of reach of children.
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OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION
ASSEMBLY

Overview
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Contact Cap
Protects grip contacts. Keep covered
when the grip is not in use.
2Electrical Contacts
Communicates with the camera
electronics.
3Camera Battery Chamber Cover
Holder
Stores the cover when the grip is
mounted.
4Battery Compartment Lever
Locks and unlocks the battery
compartment door.
5Mounting Screw
Aligns with the camera’s tripod socket.
6Guide Pin
Helps align the camera to the grip.
7Attachment Wheel
Secures the grip to the camera.
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Battery Release Levers
Secures the batteries when inserted.
Press both levers to release batteries.
9DC Coupler Cord Mount
Groove for use with the Canon AC
Power Adapter (ACK-E8)
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Battery Compartment Cover
 Battery Compartment
Holds up to two Canon LP-E6
batteries.
2 AF Point Selection/Magnify Button*
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AE Lock/FE Lock/Index/Reduce
Button*
4 AF Starter Button
5 Shutter-Release Button*
6 Multi-Function Button
7 Main Dial*
8 Grip Power ON/OFF
9 Hand Strap Mount
20 Tripod Socket
21 BG-HC42 Battery Holder
Holder for six AA batteries
* Performs the same function as on the
camera.
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Attaching The Grip
1. Ensure that the power is
turned off on the camera
and that the power switch
is set to OFF on the battery
grip.
2. Remove the battery
from the camera battery
compartment.
3. Open the camera battery
chamber cover and
remove as indicated above.
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4. To prevent loss, place the
camera battery chamber
cover into the BG-C4
battery chamber holder.
5. Remove the protective
cap and connect the BG-
C4 grip to the camera,
while aligning the grip’s
mounting screw with the
camera’s tripod socket.
6. Rotate the attachment
wheel in the direction
shown by the arrow until it
is firmly tightened.
When removing the grip, turn
the camera power off, remove
batteries, and replace protective
contact cap.
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Inserting Batteries
1. Ensure that the power is
turned off on the camera
and grip. Slide the battery
compartment lever as
indicated above and open
the battery chamber door.
Press both release levers
outward and remove the
AA battery holder.
2. Canon LP-E6 Batteries:
Insert up to two
batteries by sliding them
into any slot inside the
BG-C4 battery grip, while
ensuring the correct
orientation as shown
on the battery door
compartment. Close the
compartment cover.
3. AA Batteries: Place six
new AA batteries of
the same type into the
AA battery holder as
shown, while ensuring
that they are in the
correct orientation.
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4. Slide the AA holder into
the grip until it clicks into
place. Close the battery
compartment.
5. Switch the grip power
to ON and then turn
on the camera’s power.
Check the battery level
in the control panel or
viewfinder.
6. Household Power Outlet:
The Canon ACK-E8
AC Power Adapter Kit
(sold separately) can be
connected to the grip.
Place the DC coupler
through the small groove
on the back of the grip.
Ensure that the cord
doesn’t get pinched by the
battery holder.
To remove either the batteries
or the battery holder, hold
down the two battery release
levers to unlock.
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Specifications
Power Sources 1. One or two Canon LP-E6 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
2. Six AA/LR6 Alkaline batteries
3. Works with the Canon AC Adapter Kit ACK-E8 (sold separately)
Operating Temperature 32 – 104 °F (0 – 40 °C)
Dimensions Approximately 5.8" × 4.5" × 3" (14.7 × 11.4 × 7.7 cm)
Weight Approximately 12 oz. (340 g) excluding holder and batteries
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
AA batteries do not provide as much shooting time as LP-E6 rechargeable batteries. Performance of AA batteries may also be dependent on brand
and storage conditions. AA batteries may not function under 68º F (20º C).
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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 () 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 22-594-2353.
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