VELLO BG-S4-C Battery Grip Instructions
- May 15, 2024
- Vello
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VELLO BG-S4-C Battery Grip
Specifications
- Product Name: BG-S4-C Battery Grip
- Compatibility: Sony Alpha a6300 and a6400 Mirrorless Cameras
- Features: Shutter release button, Charging status LED, USB Type-C port, Hand-strap mount, Tripod socket, Nonslip grip, Thumbwheel lock, Battery tray lock, Battery compartment, Cable-release socket, Mounting screw, Connection plate cover recess, Battery tray, Battery latches, Battery slots, Battery pack adapter
Product Usage Instructions
Overview
The BG-S4-C Battery Grip is designed to provide extended battery life for Sony Alpha a6300 and a6400 Mirrorless Cameras. It features various components including a shutter release button, charging status LED, USB Type-C port, and more for enhanced functionality.
Assembly
- Attaching the Battery Grip
- Ensure the camera power is turned off.
- Open the camera’s battery chamber door and insert the battery pack adapter.
- Open the camera’s connection plate cover and close the battery chamber door to expose the battery pack adapter’s contacts.
- Align the camera’s tripod socket with the BG-S4-C’s mounting screw and insert the connection plate cover into the recess.
- Rotate the thumbwheel counterclockwise until firmly tightened.
- Connect the shutter release cable from the battery grip to the camera body’s Multi Terminal port.
- Inserting the Batteries
- Twist the battery compartment’s door lock counterclockwise to open it.
- Release the battery tray by pressing the lock to the left and remove it.
- Slide the batteries into their respective slots on the battery tray ensuring proper alignment of contacts.
- Insert the battery tray back into the grip and close the compartment door.
- Removing the Batteries
- Open the battery compartment door and remove the battery tray.
- Remove the batteries by pushing them out of their respective slots.
FAQ
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Q: Can I use the BG-S4-C with other camera models?
A: The BG-S4-C is specifically designed for use with Sony Alpha a6300 and a6400 Mirrorless Cameras. It is recommended to only use it with compatible devices as specified in the manual. -
Q: What should I do if I encounter issues like smoke or unusual smell from the battery pack?
A: If you notice any abnormalities such as smoke, noise, or unusual smell from the battery pack, immediately discontinue use, remove the batteries, and seek assistance from a Vello authorized reseller.
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Vello, and congratulations on your new BG-S4-C battery
grip purchase. Enjoy the many benefits that a battery grip offers, such as
extended shooting time and a comfortable hand position when shooting in a
vertical (portrait) orientation. The Vello BG-S4-C is compatible with the Sony
Alpha a6300 and a6400 mirrorless cameras, and it accepts up to two Sony NP-
FW50 rechargeable batteries. It offers an alternate shutter-release button
that works with the included Multi Terminal cable, and a USB Type-C® port for
charging the batteries while inserted in the grip.
Please read through this entire manual before using the BG-S4-C battery grip.
Precautions
- The BG-S4-C should be used only with compatible devices specified in this manual.
- Use only with the batteries and battery holders recommended in this manual.
- 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.
- The battery level may not display properly if batteries are installed before mounting the grip.
- Remove batteries from the grip when not in use.
- Do not attempt to disassemble.
- Avoid exposing this product to water or extreme humidity, and keep it in a dry, cool place.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- All images are for illustrative purposes only
Overview
- Shutter release button
- Charging status LED
- USB Type-C port
- Hand-strap mount
- Tripod socket
- Nonslip grip
- Thumbwheel lock
- Battery tray lock
- Battery compartment
- Battery compartment door
- Battery compartment lock
- Cable-release socket
- Mounting screw
- Connection plate cover recess
- Battery tray
- Battery 1 latch
- Battery slot 1
- Slot 1 contacts
- Slot 2 contacts
- Battery slot 2
- Battery 2 latch
- Battery pack adapter
- Battery pack adapter contacts
- Multi Terminal shutter release cable
Attaching the Battery Grip
- Ensure that the camera power is turned off.
- Open the camera’s battery chamber door, and insert the battery pack adapter.
- Open the c ame r a’ s connection plate cover, and close the battery chamber door. This will leave the battery pack adapter’s contacts exposed.
- Align the camera’s tripod socket with the BG-S4-C’s mounting screw, and insert the camera’s connection plate cover into the recess.
- Rotate the thumbwheel counterclockwise until it’s firmly tightened.
- Connect the shutter release cable from the cable release socket on the battery grip to the Multi-Terminal port on the camera body.
Inserting the Batteries
- Twist the battery compartment’s door lock counterclockwise to open the compartment door.
- Press the battery tray lock to the left to release the battery tray and remove it.
- Align the contacts of the first battery with slot 1, and slide the battery in until it clicks. Slide the battery into slot 1 of the battery tray, matching the contacts, until it clicks. Repeat this step for the second battery.
- Insert the bat tery tray inside the battery grip until it clicks.
- Close the battery compartment door, and turn the lock to the closed position.
Note : When removing the grip, turn off the camera power and remove the batteries
Removing the Batteries
- Twist the battery compartment door lock counterclockwise to open the door, and remove the battery tray from the grip.
- Remove battery 1 by pushing it back out of the battery tray. Repeat for battery 2.
USB Battery Charging
You can charge the batteries while they’re inserted in the grip by using the USB Type-C port. Use your camera’s cable to plug it into a USB power source. The charging status LED is red when charging, and green when charging is complete.
Battery Status
When two batteries are installed in the BG-S4-C, your camera will automatically select the battery with less power remaining. The battery level will appear on your camera’s LCD with the battery level percentage for only the battery in use. When the battery is depleted, your camera will switch to the other battery in the grip.
Specifications
- Power source Up to two NP-FW50 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
- Operating temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Dimensions (H × W × D) 2.25 × 4.9 × 2 in. (57 × 126 × 50.8 mm)
- Weight 5 oz. (143 g) without batteries
WARRANTY
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
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This warranty does not cover damage 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 additional rights that vary from state to state.
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To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Vello along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
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For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
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References
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