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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Supported camera models This unit is Shooting Grip with this unit"). For camera models compatible with the Bluetooth compatible wireless remote commander function (hereinafter referred to as "this unit, visit the website at: https://www.sony.net/dics/vpt2bt/ 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Supported camera models This unit is Shooting Grip with this unit"). For camera models compatible with the Bluetooth compatible wireless remote commander function (hereinafter referred to as "this unit, visit the website at: https://www.sony.net/dics/vpt2bt/ 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 3
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Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander (1) Lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) (1) Pouch (1) Set of printed documentation 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 6 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Unpacking If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity.
Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander (1) Lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) (1) Pouch (1) Set of printed documentation 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 6 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Unpacking If you find anything missing, please contact your dealer. The number in the parentheses indicates the quantity.
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Inserting the battery Insert the supplied lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) into the battery chamber of this unit. 1 Push the tab ( ) on the battery chamber ..., push down the other tab ( ) on the battery chamber indicates the direction of the battery.) 3 Replace the battery chamber lid. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 Insert the battery so that the + terminal is facing upward. (+ on the lid, and then remove the battery chamber lid. 2 Insert the supplied lithium...
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Inserting the battery Insert the supplied lithium coin cell battery (CR2032) into the battery chamber of this unit. 1 Push the tab ( ) on the battery chamber ..., push down the other tab ( ) on the battery chamber indicates the direction of the battery.) 3 Replace the battery chamber lid. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 Insert the battery so that the + terminal is facing upward. (+ on the lid, and then remove the battery chamber lid. 2 Insert the supplied lithium...
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..., repeat the procedure all over again. If this unit and a camera. In the event of the Zoom button ( ) simultaneously for Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and Sony digital still cameras. Note If pairing fails, the indicator on the camera's screen, select [OK]. Before you must pair the unit with...] → [On]. 2 On the camera, select MENU → (network) → [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] → [On]. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Pairing the unit with the camera (device registration). When pairing is NOT in step and step .
..., repeat the procedure all over again. If this unit and a camera. In the event of the Zoom button ( ) simultaneously for Sony Interchangeable Lens Digital Cameras and Sony digital still cameras. Note If pairing fails, the indicator on the camera's screen, select [OK]. Before you must pair the unit with...] → [On]. 2 On the camera, select MENU → (network) → [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] → [On]. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Pairing the unit with the camera (device registration). When pairing is NOT in step and step .
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Change the setting to the power-saving mode. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Confirming the setting on the camera On the camera, select MENU → (network) → [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] and make sure that [On] is set to [...] is set to [On], the camera will not switch to [Off] when you are done using the Bluetooth remote commander. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 10 Note You cannot use an infrared remote commander while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. While [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is selected.
Change the setting to the power-saving mode. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Confirming the setting on the camera On the camera, select MENU → (network) → [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] and make sure that [On] is set to [...] is set to [On], the camera will not switch to [Off] when you are done using the Bluetooth remote commander. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 10 Note You cannot use an infrared remote commander while [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is set to [On]. While [Bluetooth Rmt Ctrl] is selected.
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... then turn the LOCK switch to secure the camera ( ). When you are finished with using this unit. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Mounting the camera Mount a camera to this unit into the tripod screw hole on this unit. Install the battery pack and a memory card in the... the unit from the camera and keep it from the camera, turn the camera mounting wheel to the "LOCK" position. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 11
... then turn the LOCK switch to secure the camera ( ). When you are finished with using this unit. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Mounting the camera Mount a camera to this unit into the tripod screw hole on this unit. Install the battery pack and a memory card in the... the unit from the camera and keep it from the camera, turn the camera mounting wheel to the "LOCK" position. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 11
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Preventing unintentional operations You can disable the remote commander function of this unit to prevent unintentional camera operations that may occur while you are carrying around the unit along with the mounted camera. 1 Turn the LOCK switch to the "LOCK" position. To enable the remote commander function, turn the LOCK switch away from the "LOCK" position. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 14
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Preventing unintentional operations You can disable the remote commander function of this unit to prevent unintentional camera operations that may occur while you are carrying around the unit along with the mounted camera. 1 Turn the LOCK switch to the "LOCK" position. To enable the remote commander function, turn the LOCK switch away from the "LOCK" position. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 14
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT About the camera shooting styles For camera shooting, grasp this unit with your hand or use it as a tripod by opening the legs of the unit. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 15
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT About the camera shooting styles For camera shooting, grasp this unit with your hand or use it as a tripod by opening the legs of the unit. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 15
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When shooting is successful, the indicator turns on this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with the mounted camera Shooting a video 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 16 Related Topic Pairing the unit with a camera to shoot. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Shooting a still image Operate this unit turns on. When the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function, the indicator on . Press the button halfway down to focus, and then press it all the way down to shoot a still image. 1 Press the PHOTO button ( ).
When shooting is successful, the indicator turns on this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with the mounted camera Shooting a video 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 16 Related Topic Pairing the unit with a camera to shoot. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Shooting a still image Operate this unit turns on. When the camera comes into focus by the auto focus function, the indicator on . Press the button halfway down to focus, and then press it all the way down to shoot a still image. 1 Press the PHOTO button ( ).
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Shooting a video Operate this unit turns on this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with the mounted camera Shooting a still image 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 17 When shooting starts, the indicator on . Movie shooting starts. Related Topic Pairing the unit with a camera to shoot a movie. 1 Press the MOVIE button ( ). To stop shooting, press the MOVIE button once again. When shooting stops, the indicator turns off.
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Shooting a video Operate this unit turns on this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with the mounted camera Shooting a still image 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 17 When shooting starts, the indicator on . Movie shooting starts. Related Topic Pairing the unit with a camera to shoot a movie. 1 Press the MOVIE button ( ). To stop shooting, press the MOVIE button once again. When shooting stops, the indicator turns off.
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...button ( ). Press the W (Wide-angle) end of the button to zoom in electronic power zoom. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Zooming the camera Operate this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with a camera to zoom in /out on a subject faster. Related Topic Pairing the ... camera or lens featuring a built-in on the camera or lens. The zoom function works with the mounted camera 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18 Note The zoom speed varies depending on a subject. Press the T (Telephoto) end of the button to zoom out on , digital ...
...button ( ). Press the W (Wide-angle) end of the button to zoom in electronic power zoom. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Zooming the camera Operate this unit that has a Bluetooth connection with a camera to zoom in /out on a subject faster. Related Topic Pairing the ... camera or lens featuring a built-in on the camera or lens. The zoom function works with the mounted camera 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18 Note The zoom speed varies depending on a subject. Press the T (Telephoto) end of the button to zoom out on , digital ...
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Indicator activities The indicator on this unit lights or flashes in accordance with the operation of the remote commander function of this unit or with ... from "LOCK" to the position other than "LOCK" while the remaining battery power is low Related Topic Identifying the parts 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 19
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Indicator activities The indicator on this unit lights or flashes in accordance with the operation of the remote commander function of this unit or with ... from "LOCK" to the position other than "LOCK" while the remaining battery power is low Related Topic Identifying the parts 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 19
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For details about the camera's C1 button, refer to the camera's C1 button. Related Topic Supported camera models 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Activating the camera's C1 function By pressing the C1 button on this unit, you can activate the function assigned to the operating instructions supplied with your camera.
For details about the camera's C1 button, refer to the camera's C1 button. Related Topic Supported camera models 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Activating the camera's C1 function By pressing the C1 button on this unit, you can activate the function assigned to the operating instructions supplied with your camera.
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..., wipe away any fluid on the battery chamber before disposal. Related Topic Inserting the battery 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 21 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Notes on use If the weight of the mounted camera exceeds the maximum weight limit of this unit. When opening...
..., wipe away any fluid on the battery chamber before disposal. Related Topic Inserting the battery 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 21 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Notes on use If the weight of the mounted camera exceeds the maximum weight limit of this unit. When opening...
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Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Specifications Maximum weight limit Up to 1.5 kg (53.0 oz) (total weight of the mounted camera and accessories) With the legs folded: 49.5 mm × 173.0 mm × 42.0 mm (2 in. × 6 7/8 in. × 1 11/16 in.) Dimensions (Approx.) With the legs unfolded: 146.5 mm × 133.5 mm × 163.0 mm (5 7/8 in. × 5 3/8 in. × 6 1/2 in.) (W/H/D) Mass (Approx.) 215 g (7.6 oz) (Without the battery) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22
Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Specifications Maximum weight limit Up to 1.5 kg (53.0 oz) (total weight of the mounted camera and accessories) With the legs folded: 49.5 mm × 173.0 mm × 42.0 mm (2 in. × 6 7/8 in. × 1 11/16 in.) Dimensions (Approx.) With the legs unfolded: 146.5 mm × 133.5 mm × 163.0 mm (5 7/8 in. × 5 3/8 in. × 6 1/2 in.) (W/H/D) Mass (Approx.) 215 g (7.6 oz) (Without the battery) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22
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and any use of such marks by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Trademarks The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Sony Corporation is under license. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 23
and any use of such marks by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT Trademarks The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Sony Corporation is under license. 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 23
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... all over again. Confirm the setting on the camera Inserting the battery Supported camera models 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 24 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT The remote commander function of this unit away from the "LOCK" position. Replace the battery with the mounted camera Confirming...
... all over again. Confirm the setting on the camera Inserting the battery Supported camera models 5-011-845-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 24 Help Guide Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander GP-VPT2BT The remote commander function of this unit away from the "LOCK" position. Replace the battery with the mounted camera Confirming...
