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1
Sub-command Dial *
2
Shutter-Release Button *
3
Control Lock Switch
To prevent accidental triggering,
the control lock switch locks the
shutter-release button, AE-L/AF-L
button, multi selector, and main and
sub-command dials on the BG-N15.
Unlock prior to use by switching to
the position. The control lock is not
a power switch.
4
Tripod Socket
5
Power/Signal Contacts
6
Mounting Screw
7
Contact Cap
8
Camera Contact Cover Holder
9
AE-L/AF-L Button
*
10
Main Command Dial *
11
Multi Selector *
12
Locking Wheel
13
Battery Holder
14
Battery Holder Latch
15
Battery Chamber
16
EN-EL15 Battery Holder
Holder for Nikon EN-EL15 battery.
17
Power Terminals
(EN-EL15 Battery Holder)
18
Push Button
Ejects the battery in the EN-EL15 Battery
Holder.
19
AC Power Supply Socket
Nikon EP-5B Power Supply Connector
port (connector not included).
20
AA Battery Holder
Holds six AA batteries.
21
Power Terminals
(AA Battery Holder)
* These controls perform the same
functions as their on-camera equivalents
and are affected by changes to the
Custom Settings menu. See camera
manual for details.
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