VELLO CB-800 Universal Pistol Grip with Cable Release Socket User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Vello
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VELLO CB-800 Universal Pistol Grip with Cable Release Socket
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO
The Vello Universal Pistol Grip will change the way you take pictures and
record videos. Its ergonomic grip provides the stability needed to facilitate
blur-free images and smooth motion. The grip gives you the ability to take
single, continuous, or long-exposure shots with ease, and with compatible
cameras you can also start and stop video. This makes for a great way to get
professional-looking videos and photos. Mounting the grip to your camera is
quick and easy, so you’ll be ready for action. Attach the grip to your
mirroless camera, DSLR, or small camcorder, using the 1/4-20 threaded stud on
top of the grip. The grip’s rubber cushion will protect the bottom of your
camera from scratches.
OVERVIEW
KEY FEATURES
- Stabilization: The ergonomic grip will better enable wobble-free movement as you capture video and pictures.
- Dual-Function Trigger Release Button: Press halfway to focus; press fully to trigger the shutter.
- Shooting Modes: Keep recording, take multiple shots or long exposures with the lock feature on the Universal Pistol Grip.
- Compatibility: Use with most cameras that have a remote shutter release socket
SPECIFICATIONS
- Weight: 2.6 oz. (74 g)
- Dimensions: 4.7 × 2.6 × 1.6 in. (12 × 6.5 × 4 cm)
- Maximum capacity: 2.5 lb. (1.13 kg)
PRECAUTIONS
- Do not attempt to disassemble or perform any unauthorized modification.
- Do not use with oversized cameras and lenses. This may cause damage to the device or your camera.
- Do not use or leave the device in extreme heat, severe cold or high humidity.
- Do not use with wet hands or expose to water and rain.
- Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
- All photos are for illustrative purposes.
- Grip is not meant for mounting on a tripod.
CONTENTS
- Vello Universal Pistol Grip
- Manual
- Vello Cable Compatibility Chart
- One-Year Limited Warranty
Note: Shutter remote cable is not included.
GETTING STARTED
Make sure your camera power is turned off.
Mounting the Vello Universal Pistol Grip
- Attach the Pistol Grip’s 1/4-20 stud to your camera’s tripod socket.
- Rotate the thumbwheel counterclockwise to tighten.
Connecting the Shutter Remote Cable
- With your camera power still off and the grip securely fastened, plug a 2.5 mm remote cable to the remote socket on the side of the handle grip.
- Now plug the other end of the 2.5 mm cable into your camera’s remote socket.
Note: Please see our Cable Compatibility Chart or visit www.vellogear.com for reference.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR SINGLE OR CONTINUOUS SHOTS
- Make sure the Lock Switch is in the Down position.
- Turn on the camera and adjust to Single Shot or Continuous mode, as desired.
- Squeeze the Shutter Button trigger halfway to focus the cameras lens.
- Squeeze the Shutter Button trigger all the way to take a picture. Hold for multiple shots.
- Release the Shutter Button trigger to stop taking continuous photos.
You can also take continuous photos by sliding the Lock Switch to the Up position.
TRIGGER YOUR CAMERA FOR VIDEO RECORDING
- Turn the camera power on and set it to its video mode. This works for compatible cameras.
- Make sure the Lock Switch is in the Down position.
- Squeeze the Shutter Button trigger to begin recording.
- Squeeze the Shutter Button trigger again to stop recording.
Note: You can use the lock switch to lock video or stop/start video shooting. See your camera’s instructions for more information.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems with the Vello Universal Pistol Grip could be due to the following:
- Ensure that you are using the correct cable for your camera, and that it is fully inserted. You can check the included Cable Compatibility Chart or vellogear.com for more information.
- If you are using the Vello Universal Pistol Grip as a shutter release, your camera may not be able to release the shutter if it is set to Autofocus and cannot achieve focus on the subject. Switch your camera to manual focus, and focus the camera to ensure proper shutter release.
- Check the shutter release remote cable for any damage. If the cable is damaged, you need to replace it.
One-Year Limited Warranty
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. The 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. 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. 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.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
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