Vello BG-N12 User manual

BG-N12
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the Nikon
D3100/D3200/D3300 SLR Cameras
USER’S MANUAL

Introduction
Thank you for choosing Vello and congratulations
on your new BG-N12 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-N12 is compatible with the Nikon D3100/
D3200/D3300 DSLR cameras. The BG-N12 accepts
up to two Nikon EN-EL14 or EN-EL14a rechargeable
batteries (not included). The BG-N12 is equipped
with an alternate shutter-release button that triggers
the camera via the included shutter release cable for
shooting in a vertical position.
Please read through this
entire manual before using the BG-
N12 battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-N12 should only be used with compatible
devices specified in this manual.
2. Only use with batteries recommended in this
manual. The BG-N12 can not be used with other
battery holders.
3. Cover the power terminals with the contact cap
when the BG-N12 is not in use. This prevents
electrical shorts caused by metal objects touching
the power terminals.
4. 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.
5. The BG-N12 does not have a power switch.
Instead, use the camera power switch to turn the
power on or off.
6. The battery level may not display properly if
batteries are inserted before mounting the grip.
7. Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.
8. Do not attempt to disassemble.
9. Avoid water or extreme humidity and keep in a dry
and cool place.
10. Keep out of reach of children.
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1Tripod Socket
Allows the camera to be mounted to a
tripod when the grip is mounted.
2Hand Strap Mount
Provides bottom mounting position
for the use of a hand strap.
3Shutter Release Button
Use as an alternate shutter release
button for shooting in vertical
(portrait) mode.
4Camera Battery Door Holder
Stores the camera’s battery chamber
door when the grip is mounted.
5Attachment Wheel
Secures the grip to the camera’s
tripod socket.
6Anti-Slip Rubber Grip
Provides secure and comfortable grip
when shooting vertically.
7Contact Cap
Protects metal power contacts.
Keep this cap on when the grip is not
connected to the camera.
8Power Contacts
Slides into the camera’s battery
chamber and transmits power.
9Battery Chamber Cover
Secures up to two Nikon EN-EL14 or
EN-EL14a batteries.
10 Cable Connecting Socket
Accepts sub mini connector of the
shutter release cable.
11 Mounting Screw
Connects to the camera’s tripod
socket.
12 Shutter Release Cable
Transmits shutter release signal from
battery grip to the camera.
Power Source Two Nikon EN-EL14 or EN-EL14a Rechargeable Batteries
Operating Temperature 32 – 104 °F (0 – 40 °C)
Dimensions 5" × 3.1" × 4" (12.6 × 8 × 10 cm)
Weight 4.8 oz. (138 g) excluding batteries
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