Vello BG-N21 User manual

BG-N21
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the
Nikon Z 6 and Z 7
Mirrorless Cameras
USER’S MANUAL

Thank you
for choosing Vello
The Vello BG-N21 battery grip offers extended shooting
time and comfort when shooting in a vertical (portrait)
orientation. The grip is compatible with the Nikon Z 7
and Z 6 mirrorless cameras, and it accepts up to two
Nikon EN-EL15a/EN-EL15b rechargeable batteries. You
can charge the batteries inside the grip, without removing
them, via the included USB-C™ power adapter. The
BG-N21 offers an alternate shutter release button that
triggers the camera via the included cable, making the grip
ideal for shooting portrait photography. And the control-
lock switch disables the shutter release button to prevent
unwanted exposures.
Please read through this entire manual
before using the BG-N21 battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-N21 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.
Power source Up to two Nikon EN-EL15a/EN-EL15b type rechargeable Li-ion batteries
USB port USB-C
USB input 5 V / 2.4 A
Operating temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Dimensions (H × W × D) 1.8 × 5.4 × 2.9 in. (4.6 × 13.6 × 7.3 cm)
Weight 7.3 oz. (208 g) without batteries
Specifications
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OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION
ASSEMBLY

Overview
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1Battery compartment B
2Compartment B battery latch
3Camera battery door holder
4Shutter release button
5Front thumbwheel
6Tripod socket
7Battery compartment B door
8Battery compartment B door latch
9Compartment A battery latch
10 Battery compartment A
11 2.5 mm remote cable socket
12 Mounting screw
13 Rear thumbwheel
14 Contact cover
15 Power contacts
16 Battery power check button
17 Control lock switch
18 USB-C port
19 Battery status LEDs
20 Battery compartment A door
21 Battery compartment A door latch
22 USB-C power adapter
23 Shutter release cable (2.5 mm)
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ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION

Attaching the Battery Grip
1. Ensure that the camera
power is turned off, and the
grip’s control lock switch is
in the Off position.
2. Remove the camera’s
battery chamber door. Pull
gently at a 45° angle until the
door detaches.
3. Insert the chamber door
into the BG-N21’s camera
battery door holder for
safekeeping.
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4. Insert the battery grip’s
power contacts into the
camera’s battery chamber.
5. Rotate the rear thumbwheel
counterclockwise until
the grip is secured to the
camera.
6. Connect the shutter release
cable from the 2.5 mm
remote cable socket on the
grip to the remote port on
the camera.
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OVERVIEW
ASSEMBLY INTRODUCTION

Inserting the Batteries
1. Turn off the camera’s
power, and make sure the
grip’s control lock switch is
in the Off position.
2. Press the door latch of
battery compartment A or
B, and slide the door to the
rear of the grip, following
the arrows. Open the
compartment door.
3. Insert the battery until it
locks into place.
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4. Close the compartment
door, and slide it to the front
of the grip until it clicks.
5. Turn on the camera power,
and make sure the grip’s
control lock switch is in the
On position.
Note: When removing the grip,
turn off the camera’s power and
the grip’s control lock switch, and
then remove the batteries.
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OVERVIEW
ASSEMBLY INTRODUCTION

Removing the Batteries
1. Turn off the camera’s
power, and make sure the
grip’s control lock switch is
in the Off position.
2. Press the door latch of
battery compartment A or
B, and slide the door to the
rear of the grip, following
the arrows. Open the
compartment door.
3. Press compartment A’s
battery latch to the left until
the battery slightly pops
out. Press compartment
B’s battery latch to the right
until the battery slightly
pops out.
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