NEEWER MB-N12

NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip for Nikon Z8

Model: MB-N12RC-L | Brand: NEEWER

Indledning

The NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip is designed for the Nikon Z8 camera, providing enhanced ergonomics for vertical shooting and extended battery life. It features a 2.4G wireless remote control, dedicated shutter buttons, command dials, and other controls for seamless operation in both horizontal and vertical orientations. This manual provides detailed instructions for setup, operation, and maintenance of your battery grip.

NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip and 2.4G Remote Control for Nikon Z8
Figure 1: NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip and 2.4G Remote Control.

Sikkerhedsoplysninger

  • Do not expose the product to water or excessive humidity.
  • Undgå at tabe eller udsætte produktet for stærke stød.
  • Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the product yourself. Refer to qualified service personnel.
  • Use only specified battery types (EN-EL15c, EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, EN-EL15) in the battery grip.
  • Opbevares utilgængeligt for børn.

Pakkens indhold

Kontroller venligst pakken for at sikre, at alle varer er til stede:

  • 1 x Vertical Battery Grip
  • 1 x 2.4G fjernbetjening
  • 1 x rengøringsklud
  • 1 x brugermanual
Contents of the NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip package
Figure 2: Package contents including the grip, remote, cleaning cloth, and user manual.

Produkt overview

Familiarize yourself with the components of the battery grip:

Labeled diagram of the NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip components
Figure 3: Labeled diagram of the battery grip showing Vertical Fn Button, Battery Bay Cover Bracket, Portrait Shutter Release Button, Control Lock, Vertical Secondary Command Dial, 1/4" Thread, Lock Screw Knob, Charging Interface Cover, Battery Hatch Cover, Vertical Multiple Selector, Vertical AF-ON Button, Vertical Master Command Dial, and Signal Contact.

Nøglekomponenter:

  • Vertical Fn Button: Customizable function button for vertical shooting.
  • Battery Bay Cover Bracket: Secures the battery bay cover.
  • Portrait Shutter Release Button: Dedicated shutter button for comfortable vertical shooting.
  • Kontrollås: Forhindrer utilsigtede tryk på knapper.
  • Vertical Secondary Command Dial: For adjusting camera settings in vertical orientation.
  • 1/4" gevind: For mounting on tripods or other accessories.
  • Lock Screw Knob: Secures the grip to the camera.
  • Charging Interface Cover: Beskytter opladningsporten.
  • Battery Hatch Cover: Access to the battery compartments.
  • Vertical Multiple Selector: Navigation control for vertical shooting.
  • Vertical AF-ON Button: Dedicated autofocus activation button.
  • Vertical Master Command Dial: For adjusting camera settings in vertical orientation.
  • Signal Contact: Connects the grip to the camera's electronic contacts.

Opsætning

1. Installation af batterier

The battery grip accepts 1 or 2 EN-EL15c batteries and is backward compatible with EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, and EN-EL15 batteries. The 2.4G remote control requires two AAA batteries (sold separately).

  1. Open the battery hatch cover on the grip.
  2. Insert one or two compatible EN-EL15 series batteries into the battery chambers, ensuring correct polarity.
  3. Close the battery hatch cover securely.
  4. For the remote control, open its battery compartment and insert two AAA batteries, observing polarity.
Diagram showing battery insertion into the NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip
Figure 4: The dual battery chamber accepts 1 or 2 EN-EL15c batteries and is backward compatible with EN-EL15b, EN-EL15a, and EN-EL15 batteries.

2. Tilslutning til kamera

  1. Ensure your Nikon Z8 camera is turned off.
  2. Remove the battery from your camera and detach the camera's battery compartment cover.
  3. Align the battery grip's mounting screw with the camera's tripod socket.
  4. Slide the grip into the camera's battery compartment, ensuring the signal contacts align.
  5. Tighten the lock screw knob on the grip until it is securely attached to the camera.

3. Pairing Remote Control

The 2.4G remote control needs to be synced with the battery grip for wireless operation.

  1. Ensure both the battery grip (attached to the camera) and the remote control have batteries installed.
  2. Tænd kameraet.
  3. Follow the specific pairing instructions provided in the remote control's dedicated user manual (included in the package) to establish a connection.
Image showing the 2.4G remote control syncing with the battery grip and camera
Figure 5: Sync the 2.4G remote control with the battery grip to take pictures wirelessly from up to 131' (40m) away.

Betjeningsvejledning

Vertical Shooting Controls

The battery grip is equipped with multiple function control buttons and custom buttons to achieve the same feeling while shooting vertically or horizontally. These include a shutter release button, main and sub command dials, AF ON button, Fn button, and multi selector.

Comparison of horizontal and vertical shooting with the battery grip
Figure 6: Horizontal and Vertical Shooting with the battery grip, demonstrating consistent control access.

Hot Swapping batterier

The MB-N12 supports hot swapping, allowing you to replace one of the batteries without turning the camera off, provided two batteries are installed in the grip. This ensures continuous shooting without interruption.

Illustration of quick battery swap feature in the MB-N12 battery grip
Figure 7: Quick Battery Swap feature, allowing replacement of one battery without powering off the camera (only when two batteries are installed).

Charging Batteries in Grip

You can charge EN-EL15c batteries inside the vertical grip using a separately purchased USB Type C cable. Please note that EN-EL15a and EN-EL15 batteries cannot be charged inside the battery grip.

Image showing a battery being charged inside the vertical grip via USB Type C cable
Figure 8: Charging EN-EL15c batteries inside the vertical grip using a USB Type C cable.

Using the 2.4G Remote Control

The 2.4G remote control allows wireless operation from up to 131' (40m) away. It can be used to choose the number of continuous images, set shooting delay, exposure delay, and intervals. The backlit LCD screen provides clear visual feedback on settings.

Tripod Connection

A 1/4" tripod socket on the bottom of the battery grip allows connection to camera stands, tripods, monopods, or camera sliders. This is ideal for long exposure photography and time-lapse videos.

Image showing the battery grip connected to a tripod and a camera slider
Figure 9: Easy Tripod Connection via the 1/4" tripod socket on the battery grip.

Opretholdelse

  • Clean the grip and remote control with a soft, dry cloth. The included cleaning cloth can be used for this purpose.
  • Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler eller opløsningsmidler.
  • Ensure the signal contacts on the grip and camera are clean and free of debris for optimal connection.
  • When not in use for extended periods, remove batteries from both the grip and the remote control to prevent leakage.
  • Opbevar produktet på et køligt, tørt sted væk fra direkte sollys.

Fejlfinding

Grip not powering camera:

  • Sørg for, at batterierne er korrekt isat og opladet.
  • Verify the grip is securely attached to the camera and contacts are clean.
  • Check camera settings to ensure it recognizes the battery grip.

Fjernbetjening virker ikke:

  • Check AAA battery levels in the remote.
  • Ensure the remote is properly paired with the battery grip.
  • Verify there are no obstructions between the remote and the grip.
  • Ensure the control lock on the grip is not engaged.

Batteries not charging in grip:

  • Only EN-EL15c batteries can be charged in the grip. Ensure you are using the correct battery type.
  • Verify the USB Type C cable is properly connected and the power source is active.

Specifikationer

FeatureDetalje
ModelMB-N12RC-L
VaretypeBattery grip
KompatibilitetFor Nikon Z8
AnvendelseVertical shots/portrait/sports
Hovedtræk2.4G remote/hot swappable
Montering af point1/4" thread
HovedmaterialePlast
Dimensioner5.5"x4.6"x3" / 139x118x77mm
Vægt9.2oz / 261g (no batteries)
Fjernbetjening Power2 x AAA batteries (sold separately)
Image showing the specifications list for the NEEWER MB-N12 Battery Grip
Figure 10: Specifications as listed on the product packaging.

Brugertips

  • For optimal performance and to utilize the hot-swapping feature, always install two batteries in the grip.
  • Remember that only EN-EL15c batteries can be charged directly within the grip. Other EN-EL15 variants require an external charger.
  • When using the remote control, ensure a clear line of sight to the grip for reliable wireless communication, especially at longer distances.

Garanti og support

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the contact information provided by your retailer or visit the official NEEWER webwebstedet. Behold din købskvittering som købsbevis.

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