Vello BG-P2 User Manual

BG-P2

BAT T ERY GRIP

Designed For The Panasonic
Lumix GH5 and GH5s

Introduction

The Vello BG-P2 is compatible with the Panasonic GH5
and GH5s Micro Four Thirds cameras. This grip accepts
one Pana sonic DMW-BLF19 battery, in addition to the
camera’s internal battery, effectively doubling your
camera’s runtime.

The BG-P2 is equipped with an alternate shutter
release, white balance, ISO, EV, and Fn buttons, plus an
AF/AE Lock, joystick, and a control lock switch. Main
and sub-command dials, along with the buttons, make it
comfort able to shoot in portrait orientation.

Please read through
this entire manual before
using the BG-P2 battery grip.

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Precautions

1. The BG -P2 should be us ed with only th e compatible

devices and batteries specified in this manual.

2. Cover the power terminal with the contact

cap when the BG -P2 is not in use. T his prevents
electrical shor ts caused by metal object s touching
the power terminals.

3. If you notice smoke, an unusual smell, or noise

coming from the bat tery pack, discontinue use
immediately. Remove the bat tery and contact the
Vello Customer Service Department.

4. Keep this product away from water and any

flammable gases or liquids.

5. Install batteries in the proper orient ation. Installing

batteries in the reverse orientation can cause them
to leak, overheat, or explode.

6. Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this

product.

7. Clean this produc t with only a sof t, dr y cloth.

8. Keep this product away from children.

9. Make sure that this produc t is intact and that there

are no missing par ts .

10. To avoid damage to this product, be careful not

to overtighten or improperly thread any of the
threaded fittings.

11. Remove the battery from the grip before long-

term storage .

12 . All images are for illus trative purposes only.

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