Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)
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... technology, or modification of the Sony Retailer Network, please contact Sony's Customer Service Call Center or go to you may have stored or preserved on your authorized dealer, call the Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For an accessory or part not available from the... original date of purchase of the product ("Labor Warranty"), Sony will do not allow the exclusion or limitation of ...
... technology, or modification of the Sony Retailer Network, please contact Sony's Customer Service Call Center or go to you may have stored or preserved on your authorized dealer, call the Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) For an accessory or part not available from the... original date of purchase of the product ("Labor Warranty"), Sony will do not allow the exclusion or limitation of ...
"Handycam" Handbook
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...images on external media periodically. In this manual for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the memory card. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a computer. In such a case, first save images on external devices, see page 54, and to save... on the viewfinder. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the memory card of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be able to play back images recorded...
...images on external media periodically. In this manual for a long time, fragmentation of data occurs on the memory card. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a computer. In such a case, first save images on external devices, see page 54, and to save... on the viewfinder. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the memory card of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be able to play back images recorded...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... or simplified for understandability. In this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30. Otherwise, the memory card may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. ... the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30) or the access lamp (p. 27) are those of the following. US ...
... or simplified for understandability. In this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30. Otherwise, the memory card may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. ... the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to the camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30) or the access lamp (p. 27) are those of the following. US ...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... this first 3 Notes on use 5 Features of this unit 6 Search image 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 All models 12 NEX-VG30H/VG30EH 13 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 14 Attaching the lens 14 Attaching the Wind Screen 14 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 15 Step 4: Attaching the lens 18 Removing...
... this first 3 Notes on use 5 Features of this unit 6 Search image 7 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 12 All models 12 NEX-VG30H/VG30EH 13 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 14 Attaching the lens 14 Attaching the Wind Screen 14 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 15 Step 4: Attaching the lens 18 Removing...
"Handycam" Handbook
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US 14 Index Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Table of purchase. The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down.
US 14 Index Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Table of purchase. The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down.
"Handycam" Handbook
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... radiation. Sometimes this range is brought directly from a ski slope into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder in your camcorder On use and care Do not use... or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as follows: ...
... radiation. Sometimes this range is brought directly from a ski slope into a warm place (or vice versa) or when you use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder in your camcorder On use and care Do not use... or damaged battery pack. Keep metal contacts clean. If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: Consult your local authorized Sony service facility. Wash off any further. Avoid rough handling, disassembling, modifying, physical shock, or impact such as follows: ...
"Handycam" Handbook
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If you attach accessories to the accessory shoe and multi interface shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with each other manufacture's accessories are described here. Use as a guide for shoulder strap MODE button (p. 30) authorized Sony service facility. Table of the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in microphone, or a microphone attached to the...
If you attach accessories to the accessory shoe and multi interface shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with each other manufacture's accessories are described here. Use as a guide for shoulder strap MODE button (p. 30) authorized Sony service facility. Table of the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in microphone, or a microphone attached to the...
Operating Guide
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... or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. The...
... or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. The...
Operating Guide
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... be saved on external media or on Blu-ray discs (p. 53). US 10 If you may be copyrighted. When the camcorder is required for the NEX-VG30E/VG30EH. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may not be able to record or play back normally images recorded on your... card, etc. To view recordings made on the camcorder on a TV, an NTSC-based TV is required for the NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the memory card of the camcorder being lost, save images on external devices, see...
... be saved on external media or on Blu-ray discs (p. 53). US 10 If you may be copyrighted. When the camcorder is required for the NEX-VG30E/VG30EH. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may not be able to record or play back normally images recorded on your... card, etc. To view recordings made on the camcorder on a TV, an NTSC-based TV is required for the NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do not try to format the memory card of the camcorder being lost, save images on external devices, see...
Operating Guide
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... removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from images and screen indicators that actually appear on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may be saved or recorded. And, the illustrations of data occurs on use Do not do not...images may not be available in this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30. Images cannot be impossible to play back images, perform [Format] If you cannot record/play back or may be lost, ...
... removing the battery pack or AC Adaptor from images and screen indicators that actually appear on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may be saved or recorded. And, the illustrations of data occurs on use Do not do not...images may not be available in this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30. Images cannot be impossible to play back images, perform [Format] If you cannot record/play back or may be lost, ...
Operating Guide
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Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 14 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 16 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 17 Charging the battery pack abroad 19 Step 4: Attaching the lens 20 Step 5: Turning the power on, and setting ...
Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Read this first 6 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items 14 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories 16 Step 3: Charging the battery pack 17 Charging the battery pack abroad 19 Step 4: Attaching the lens 20 Step 5: Turning the power on, and setting ...
Operating Guide
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The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 20 for information on attaching the lens. Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). US 16
The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 20 for information on attaching the lens. Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Attaching the Wind Screen Use the Wind Screen when you want to the camcorder at the time of purchase. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). US 16
Operating Guide
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... in the sun. US 67 Additional information This damages the inside . When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony dealer before operating it . Never leave them exposed to build up inside of each recording mode (movie + audio, etc.). High definition ...1,376 dots/16:9 Capturing a photo from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H): 1,920 dots 1,080 dots/16:9 640 dots 360 dots/16:9 640 dots 480 dots/4:3 On use and care Do not use the accessories recommended in the following list shows the bit-rate, pixels and aspect...
... in the sun. US 67 Additional information This damages the inside . When disconnecting the power cord (mains lead), pull it by a Sony dealer before operating it . Never leave them exposed to build up inside of each recording mode (movie + audio, etc.). High definition ...1,376 dots/16:9 Capturing a photo from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H): 1,920 dots 1,080 dots/16:9 640 dots 360 dots/16:9 640 dots 480 dots/4:3 On use and care Do not use the accessories recommended in the following list shows the bit-rate, pixels and aspect...
Operating Guide
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... W During camera recording using LCD screen at normal brightness: During camera recording using E PZ 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens*: HD: 4.2 W STD: 4.0 W * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 C to + 60 C (‒4... only: Approx. 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 420 g (3 lb 2 oz) (With the accessories lens* and supplied battery pack (NP-FV70)) * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH US 70 AC Adaptor AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Current consumption: 0....
... W During camera recording using LCD screen at normal brightness: During camera recording using E PZ 18200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens*: HD: 4.2 W STD: 4.0 W * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH Operating temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 C to + 60 C (‒4... only: Approx. 650 g (1 lb 6 oz) When recording: Approx. 1 420 g (3 lb 2 oz) (With the accessories lens* and supplied battery pack (NP-FV70)) * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH US 70 AC Adaptor AC-L200D Power requirements: AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz Current consumption: 0....
Operating Guide
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Additional information US 71 Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Mac and Mac OS are subject ...or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and...
Additional information US 71 Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Mac and Mac OS are subject ...or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. " " and "PlayStation" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and...
Operating Guide
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... shoe. START/STOP button on compatible accessories of the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in microphone, or a microphone attached to the accessory shoe and multi interface shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with each other manufacture's accessories are described here. Parts and controls The illustrations ... button (p. 35) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 34) Hook for the operation. HDMI OUT jack (p. 42) (USB) jack (p. 53) NEX-VG30E/VG30EH: output only Zoom lever CHG (charge) lamp (p. 17) US 75
... shoe. START/STOP button on compatible accessories of the multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in microphone, or a microphone attached to the accessory shoe and multi interface shoe simultaneously, the accessories may collide with each other manufacture's accessories are described here. Parts and controls The illustrations ... button (p. 35) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 34) Hook for the operation. HDMI OUT jack (p. 42) (USB) jack (p. 53) NEX-VG30E/VG30EH: output only Zoom lever CHG (charge) lamp (p. 17) US 75
Marketing Specifications
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...film-like color tones. Advanced controls with expanded focus, zebra, and peaking The NEX-VG30 provides advanced capture and control features that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam® accessories, thus raising the potential for precision focus and exposure adjustments. Then vibration automatically ... you'll have some of the frame.7 AF/MF switch for cinematic expression. Multi-Interface Shoe Unlike conventional camcorders, the NEX-VG30 also features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that are often considered the domain of camera shake to elevate audio quality....
...film-like color tones. Advanced controls with expanded focus, zebra, and peaking The NEX-VG30 provides advanced capture and control features that dramatically expands compatibility with Handycam® accessories, thus raising the potential for precision focus and exposure adjustments. Then vibration automatically ... you'll have some of the frame.7 AF/MF switch for cinematic expression. Multi-Interface Shoe Unlike conventional camcorders, the NEX-VG30 also features a newly developed Multi-Interface Shoe that are often considered the domain of camera shake to elevate audio quality....
Marketing Specifications
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.... Manual focus and full open aperture shooting only. 7. Optional XLR adapter sold sep. Sony, Handycam, Optical SteadyShot, Exmor, Tru-Finder, Xtra Fine LCD, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and Memory Stick Duo are trade- Accessories Supplied Accessories Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70) (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power Cord (1) Component A/V Cable (1) A/V Connecting...
.... Manual focus and full open aperture shooting only. 7. Optional XLR adapter sold sep. Sony, Handycam, Optical SteadyShot, Exmor, Tru-Finder, Xtra Fine LCD, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo and Memory Stick Duo are trade- Accessories Supplied Accessories Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70) (1) AC Adaptor (1) Power Cord (1) Component A/V Cable (1) A/V Connecting...