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BG-N2

BATTERY GRIP

Designed For The Nikon D80 
And D90 Cameras

USER

’S MANU

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Summary of Contents for BG-N2

Page 1: ...BG N2 BATTERY GRIP Designed For The Nikon D80 And D90 Cameras ...

Page 2: ...Vello BG N2 is compatible with the Nikon D80 and D90 DSLR cameras Up to 2 Nikon EN EL3e rechargeable batteries may be used to increase your shooting time or six AA batteries alkaline Ni MH lithium or nickel manganese for added convenience The BG N2 is equipped with an alternate shutter release button an AE L AF L button and main and sub command dials for shooting in a vertical orientation Please r...

Page 3: ...r 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 The BG N2 does not have a power switch Instead use the camera power switch to turn the power on or off 7 The battery level...

Page 4: ...Overview Battery Chamber 15 1 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 4 ...

Page 5: ...itching to the position The control lock is not a power switch 6 Contact Cap 7 Signal Contacts 8 Power Terminals 9 AE L AF L Button The BG N2 provides an alternate AE L AF L button On the Nikon D90 the AE L AF L button can be customized using Custom Setting a6 10 Main Command Dial The main command dial performs the same function as on the camera 11 Battery Chamber Cover 12 Battery Chamber Latch 13...

Page 6: ...position before attaching the grip 2 Remove the contact cap from the BG N2 grip This cap can slide onto the camera strap when removed from the grip Replace the cap when not in use to protect the metal contacts 3 Open and remove the battery chamber cover from the bottom of the camera handgrip and remove battery if present 6 ...

Page 7: ... grip into the camera s battery chamber as shown 6 Rotate the attachment wheel in the direction shown by the LOCK arrow until it is firmly tightened The BG N2 grip can also be inserted in the camera after the battery or battery holder is inserted 7 OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY OPERATION ...

Page 8: ...the L position 2 Turn the battery chamber latch counter clockwise to open the BG N2 battery chamber door 3 Nikon EN EL3e Batteries Insert one or two batteries into either of the battery chambers The battery latch will slide aside during insertion and pop up to lock the battery in place when fully inserted A A B B C 8 ...

Page 9: ...atches lock the battery holder in place when fully inserted Note When using AA batteries all six batteries must be of the same type 5 Close the battery chamber and then turn the latch clockwise to lock it Turn the camera on and check the battery level in the control panel or viewfinder A B B 9 OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY OPERATION ...

Page 10: ... charged Battery partially discharged Low battery Prepare spare batteries blinking blinking Battery exhausted Shutter release is disabled AA Batteries Control Panel Viewfinder Description Battery fully charged Low battery Prepare spare batteries blinking blinking Battery exhausted Shutter release is disabled Battery Info 10 ...

Page 11: ...kon EN EL3e batteries via the Battery info option in the Setup Menu Battery information is listed separately for each battery slot The Nikon D80 does not display battery information for AA batteries while the D90 only displays the battery level See camera manual for details Battery Type Menu Option To Select AA alkaline LR6 LR6 AA alkaline AA Ni MH HR6 HR6 AA Ni MH AA Lithium FR6 FR6 AA lithium AA...

Page 12: ...eries 1 Being careful not to drop the battery or holder remove them as shown below 2 Remove the AA batteries using the holes on the back of the battery holder Ensure that the batteries do not fall when removing them 12 ...

Page 13: ...ello BG N2 AA LR6 alkaline and ZR6 nickel manganese batteries have limited capacity and therefore should only be used when there is no other alternative Performance of AA batteries decreases significantly at temperatures below 20 C 68 F and is not recommended The AA battery holder is pre inserted at the time of shipment Using an AC Adapter Remove the AA batteries before connecting an AC adapter if...

Page 14: ...eries 2500 shots one EN EL3e battery or 480 shots alkaline batteries Nikon D90 Approximately 8400 shots two EN EL3e batteries 4200 shots one EN EL3e battery or 1900 shots alkaline batteries Operating Temperature 32 104 F 0 40 C Dimensions Approximately 5 4 2 9 4 3 13 8 7 4 11 cm Weight Approximately 7 4 oz 230 g excluding batteries Approximate measurements Specifications and design are subject to ...

Page 15: ...mage 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 addi...

Page 16: ... Copyright 2015 Gradus Group LLC All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners GG2 www vellogear com ...

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