BG-C13 BATTERY GRIP Designed for the Canon T6i and T6s DSLR Cameras
Introduction The Vello BG-C13 battery grip offers many benefits, such as extended shooting time and more control and comfort when shooting in a vertical (portrait) orientation. It is compatible with the Canon T6i and T6s DSLR cameras. The BG-C13 accepts up to two Canon LP-E17 rechargeable batteries.
2. Use only with batteries recommended in this manual. The BG-C13 cannot be used with other battery holders. 3. Cover the power terminals with the contact cap when the BG-C13 is not in use. This prevents electrical shorts caused by metal objects touching the power terminals. 4. 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. 5.
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2 8 Battery Chamber Latch Locks / unlocks the battery chamber. 14 AE Lock/FE Lock/Index/Reduce Button* 3 Shutter-Release Button* 9 LP-E17 Battery Holder Holds up to two Canon LP-E17 batteries. 15 Contact Cap Protects grip contacts. Keep covered when the grip is not in use. 4 Main Dial* 10 Wheel Lock Secures the grip to the camera. 16 Mounting Screw Aligns with the camera’s tripod socket. 5 Hand Strap Mount Secures the grip to your hand while shooting.
Attaching the Grip 1. Make sure the power is turned off on the camera and that the power switch is set to Off on the battery grip. 2. Remove the bat ter y from the camera battery compartment. 6 3. Open the camera battery chamber cover at a 45° angle and gently pull the cover to detach it.
INTRODUCTION 5. Remove the protective cap and connect the battery grip to the camera. Use the grip’s mounting stud to attach to the camera’s tripod socket. 7 6. Rotate the wheel lock in the direc tion shown by the arrow until it is firmly tightened. OVERVIEW To prevent loss, place the camera’s battery chamber cover into the BG -C13 bat ter y chamber door holder. ASSEMBLY 4.
Inserting Batteries 1. Ma ke sure the power i s t u r n e d of f o n t h e camera and turn the b a t te r y ch a m b e r lo ck counterclockwise to open the battery chamber door. 2. Slide the battery holder out of the battery grip. 8 3. Inser t up to two LP-E17 batteries (not included) into either slot: match the batteries’ power contacts with the battery holder, then press the bat ter y down and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
INTRODUCTION 5. Switch the grip power On/ Off switch to On and then turn on the camera’s power. Check the battery level on the camera’s display or viewfinder. 9 When removing the grip, turn the camera power off, remove the batteries, and replace the protective contact cap. OVERVIEW Insert the battery holder into the grip and turn the latch clockwise to lock it. ASSEMBLY 4.
Specifications Power Source Two Canon LP-E17 rechargeable batteries (not included) Operating Temperature 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C) Dimensions 5.1" × 3.1" × 4.1" (13 × 8 × 10.5 cm) Weight 9.4 oz. (266.5 g) Troubleshooting The shutter release button on the battery grip is not triggering the camera. • Make sure the battery grip’s On/Off switch is turned on.
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.
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