Vello BG-S2 User manual

BG-S2
BAT TERY GRIP
Designed for the Sony Alpha
A7,A7R, and A7S Mirrorless Cameras
USER’S MANUAL

Introduction
The Vello BG-S2 accepts two Sony NP-FW50
rechargeable batteries to effectively double the runtime
of your Sony Alpha A7, A7R, and A7S mirrorless camera,
making it easier to shoot for longer durations without
replacing your camera’s batteries.
The BG-S2 attaches securely to your camera’s 1/4˝-20
tripod socket, and the nonslip rubber on the grip offers
enhanced handling when shooting in vertical position.
Alternate shutter-release, custom, and AF/MF/AEL
buttons, plus front and rear command dials, make it
comfortable to shoot in portrait orientation, so you won’t
have to twist your arm to get the right shot.
Please read through this entire manual before
using the BG-S2 battery grip.
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Precautions
1. The BG-S2 should be used only with the compatible
devices specified in this manual.
2. When the battery tray is removed from the grip, remove
the batteries or place the tray in a container to prevent
electrical shorts caused by contact with other metal
objects.
3. If you notice smoke, an unusual smell or noise from the
battery pack, discontinue use immediately. Remove
the batteries and contact the Vello Customer Service
Department.
4. Keep this product away from water and any flammable
gases or liquids.
5. Set the grip’s on/off switch to Off position to disable its
controls when not shooting vertically.
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 or repair this product.
9. Install batteries in the proper orientation. Installing
batteries in the reverse orientation can cause them to
leak, overheat, or explode.
10. Avoid water or extreme humidity and keep in a dry and
cool place.
11. Keep out of reach of children.
12 . Make sure that this product is intact and that there are
no missing parts.
13. To avoid damage to this product, be careful not to
overtighten or improperly thread any of the threaded
fittings.
14 . All photos are for illustrative purposes only.
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OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION
ASSEMBLY

Overview
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1Electrical Contacts
Communicates with the camera
electronics.
2Front Command Dial*
3Shutter-release Button*
4Custom Button (C1)*
5Strap Mount
6Tripod Socket
7Battery Tray Compartment
Houses the battery tray.
8Mounting Screw
Aligns with the camera’s tripod socket.
9Guide Pin
Helps align the camera to the grip.
10 Battery Tray Latch
11 Battery Tray
Holds up to two Sony NP-FW50
batteries.
12 Attachment Wheel
Secures the grip to the camera.
13 AF/MF/AEL Button*
14 Grip On/O Switch
Activates or disables the BG-S2’s
controls. Your camera will continue
to draw power from the BG-S2 when
the switch is in the Off position. The
on/off switch is not a power switch.
15 Rear Command Dial*
16 Camera Battery Chamber Cover
Compartment
*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 on/off switch
is set to Off on the battery
grip.
2. Remove the battery from
your camera’s battery
chamber.
3. Remove your camera’s
battery chamber door by
pulling the release latch on
the inside of the door as
indicated above.
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4. To prevent loss, place the battery chamber door
into the BG-S2 battery door compartment. Align
your camera’s battery chamber door with the
BG-S2 battery door compartment. Insert the
battery door’s bottom pin into the compartment.
Pull the battery door’s release latch and insert
top of the door into the compartment as
indicated by the arrows. Let go of the latch to
lock the battery door in place.
5. Swing the door shut and slide the switch to the
LOCK position.
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6. Connect the BG-S2 grip to
the camera, while aligning
the grip’s mounting screw
with the camera’s tripod
socket.
7. 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 and remove
the batteries.
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1. Ensure that the power is
turned off on the camera
and that the grip’s on/off
switch is set to Off.
2. Flip the battery tray
latch so you can rotate it
counterclockwise and pull
the battery tray out of the
grip.
3. In the battery tray are
compartments for batteries
1 and 2. Align battery 1 as
indicated by the diagram,
noting the springs inside
the compartment. Insert
battery 1 spring-side first,
and push down so it snaps
into place.
Inserting Batteries
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4. Align battery 2 as indicated
by the diagram in the
compartment, and slide it
in until it snaps into place.
5. Make sure the battery
tray latch is rotated
counterclockwise and
slide the battery tray into
the grip. Rotate the latch
clockwise and reposition it
so it’s flush with the side of
the grip, then turn on the
camera and grip.
To remove battery 1, pull the
battery toward the springs and
lift the battery up and out of the
compartment.
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Power Source One or two Sony NP-FW50 batteries
Voltage Output 7. 2– 8 .4 V
Amps Output <3 A
Operating Temperature 32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)
Dimensions (W × D × H) 5.03˝ × 2.14˝ × 3.95˝ (12.8 × 5.4 × 10 cm)
Weight 6.4 oz. (181.4 g) without batteries
Specifications
When two batteries are installed in the BG-S2, your camera will automatically select the battery with lower power
remaining. Both battery levels will appear on your camera’s LCD, with battery level percentage displayed for only the
battery in use. When that battery is depleted, your camera will switch to the other battery in the grip.
Battery Status
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