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... or other materials will be lost or reformatted during ordinary use; Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you may have other than Sony or a Sony Retailer. ® Camcorder LIMITED WARRANTY (US Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the...
... or other materials will be lost or reformatted during ordinary use; Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you may have other than Sony or a Sony Retailer. ® Camcorder LIMITED WARRANTY (US Only) Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... to the Help of Adobe Reader for tips on how to use Adobe Reader. You can search for an item by keyword using your camcorder to its fullest in addition to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PlayMemories Home" software. US Index Searching for information quickly..." Handbook. Read the "Handycam" Handbook in this "Handycam" Handbook. Table of Contents Search image Using the "Handycam" Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will jump to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using Adobe Reader.
... to the Help of Adobe Reader for tips on how to use Adobe Reader. You can search for an item by keyword using your camcorder to its fullest in addition to the page for that is the Help of the supplied "PlayMemories Home" software. US Index Searching for information quickly..." Handbook. Read the "Handycam" Handbook in this "Handycam" Handbook. Table of Contents Search image Using the "Handycam" Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will jump to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using Adobe Reader.
"Handycam" Handbook
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... so might cause your camcorder to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. Formatting the memory card will be damaged. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built...-in microphone Black points White, red, blue or green points Do not record the sun or leave the camcorder under the sun for effective use (p. 81). When you must...
... so might cause your camcorder to direct sunlight for long periods of time may cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. Formatting the memory card will be damaged. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built...-in microphone Black points White, red, blue or green points Do not record the sun or leave the camcorder under the sun for effective use (p. 81). When you must...
"Handycam" Handbook
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...as they are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being lost, save your image data from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. If ... If you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder with other devices. Notes on your camcorder and its screen Index US Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do...
...as they are captured using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be able to record or play back on the camcorder, due to the protection features of the camcorder being lost, save your image data from the camcorder, holding both the camcorder and the DC plug. If ... If you may not be able to play back images recorded on other devices with your camcorder with other devices. Notes on your camcorder and its screen Index US Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... the memory card when the access lamp (p. 27) is called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. The screen indicators in this manual, the DVD disc recorded with ...camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30) or the access lamp (p. 27) are those of the following. US Index Table of Contents Search image indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability. In this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30...
... the memory card when the access lamp (p. 27) is called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. The screen indicators in this manual, the DVD disc recorded with ...camcorder when the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30) or the access lamp (p. 27) are those of the following. US Index Table of Contents Search image indication are exaggerated or simplified for understandability. In this manual are lit or flashing When using a shoulder belt (sold separately), do any of NEX-VG30...
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... separately) and a flash (sold separately) as the 1/3-inch image sensor that has a four-capsule structure. This allows you to use the camcorder in your own way, more appealing. Using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately) enables you to reduce the focus on the background in existing video... cameras. High-performance microphone The camcorder adopts an array microphone system that is often used . The MANUAL dial and dedicated buttons are provided to enable you to adjust aperture,...
... separately) and a flash (sold separately) as the 1/3-inch image sensor that has a four-capsule structure. This allows you to use the camcorder in your own way, more appealing. Using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately) enables you to reduce the focus on the background in existing video... cameras. High-performance microphone The camcorder adopts an array microphone system that is often used . The MANUAL dial and dedicated buttons are provided to enable you to adjust aperture,...
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Table of Contents Search image Shooting movies as clear as still images Defocusing the background (47) Adjusting the color (45) Focusing manually (41) In better brightness (70) Search image Shooting like film image (79) Achieving more impressive and artistic expression (72) Shooting when holding the camcorder by hand Preventing camera shake (74) Following a moving subject (73) Shooting in low angle (45) US Index
Table of Contents Search image Shooting movies as clear as still images Defocusing the background (47) Adjusting the color (45) Focusing manually (41) In better brightness (70) Search image Shooting like film image (79) Achieving more impressive and artistic expression (72) Shooting when holding the camcorder by hand Preventing camera shake (74) Following a moving subject (73) Shooting in low angle (45) US Index
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...2 Read 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...25 The viewfinder 26 Step 7: Inserting a memory card 27 Recording/Playback Recording 29 Recording movies 30 Shooting photos 31 Playback on the camcorder 33 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 34 Viewing photos 35 Playing images on a TV 37 List of connection 37 US Index
...2 Read 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...25 The viewfinder 26 Step 7: Inserting a memory card 27 Recording/Playback Recording 29 Recording movies 30 Shooting photos 31 Playback on the camcorder 33 Operating the camcorder while playing a movie 34 Viewing photos 35 Playing images on a TV 37 List of connection 37 US Index
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... Shutter Speed 48 Adjusting Exposure 48 Advanced manual operation 49 Making good use of your camcorder 51 Deleting movies and photos 51 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 51 Dividing a movie 52 Capturing a photo from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H only 53 Saving movies and photos with a computer Selecting the method for creating a disc...59 Saving images on an external media device 60 Saving desired movies and photos 61 Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder 62 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 63 US 10 Index
... Shutter Speed 48 Adjusting Exposure 48 Advanced manual operation 49 Making good use of your camcorder 51 Deleting movies and photos 51 Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect 51 Dividing a movie 52 Capturing a photo from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H only 53 Saving movies and photos with a computer Selecting the method for creating a disc...59 Saving images on an external media device 60 Saving desired movies and photos 61 Playing back images in the external media device on the camcorder 62 Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc 63 US 10 Index
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Table of Contents Search image Customizing your camcorder Using menus 65 Operating menus 65 Menu lists 66 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 70 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 70 Image ... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 96 Expected recording time of movies 96 Expected number of recordable photos 97 Using your camcorder abroad 98 Maintenance and precautions 100 About the AVCHD format 100 About the memory card 100 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 101 About handling of...
Table of Contents Search image Customizing your camcorder Using menus 65 Operating menus 65 Menu lists 66 Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode 70 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting 70 Image ... Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 96 Expected recording time of movies 96 Expected number of recordable photos 97 Using your camcorder abroad 98 Maintenance and precautions 100 About the AVCHD format 100 About the memory card 100 About the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 101 About handling of...
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VG30H/VG30EH; All models This camcorder (1) Body cap (attached to other models) (1) (p. 18) USB cable (1) (p. 60) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT835) (1) (p. 112) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. ... (mains lead) (1) (p. 15) Large eyecup (1) (p. 26) Component A/V Cable (1) (p. 37) Search image Index A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 37) US 12 supplied but not attached to camcorder NEX- Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your...
VG30H/VG30EH; All models This camcorder (1) Body cap (attached to other models) (1) (p. 18) USB cable (1) (p. 60) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT835) (1) (p. 112) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. ... (mains lead) (1) (p. 15) Large eyecup (1) (p. 26) Component A/V Cable (1) (p. 37) Search image Index A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 37) US 12 supplied but not attached to camcorder NEX- Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your...
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Table of Contents Search image CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PlayMemories Home" (software, including "PlayMemories Home Help Guide") Image Data Converter (RAW development software) "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (1) NEX-VG30H/VG30EH High-magnification power zoom lens (E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 18) Lens hood (1) (p. 22) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 18) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 18) US 13 Index
Table of Contents Search image CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) "PlayMemories Home" (software, including "PlayMemories Home Help Guide") Image Data Converter (RAW development software) "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (1) NEX-VG30H/VG30EH High-magnification power zoom lens (E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 18) Lens hood (1) (p. 22) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 18) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 18) US 13 Index
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The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). 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 Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. US 14 Index 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. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). 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 Contents Search image Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. US 14 Index For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Table of purchase.
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... wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. You cannot attach the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack NP-FV30/FV50, even though they are V series. 1 Slide... jack. Step 3: Charging the battery pack Table of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
... wall outlet (wall socket) You can charge the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder. Notes You cannot attach any "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder. You cannot attach the "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack NP-FV30/FV50, even though they are V series. 1 Slide... jack. Step 3: Charging the battery pack Table of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
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... temperature of 25 C (77 °F). Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with your camcorder. It is recommended that you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not ...battery pack (). Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at the upper right on the LCD screen. Battery pack NP-FV70 (supplied) NP-FV100 Charging time 195 390 The charging ...
... temperature of 25 C (77 °F). Charging the battery pack abroad You can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with your camcorder. It is recommended that you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not ...battery pack (). Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you charge the battery in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at the upper right on the LCD screen. Battery pack NP-FV70 (supplied) NP-FV100 Charging time 195 390 The charging ...
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... (Mains lead) The power cord (Mains lead) is designed specifically for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. Do not use with this camcorder only, and should not be used with any metallic objects. US 17 Index Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your...Search image Notes on attaching/detaching of the power source When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30), the access lamp (p. 27) are turned off automatically if you leave your...
... (Mains lead) The power cord (Mains lead) is designed specifically for about 5 minutes, to save battery power ([A. Remove the battery pack from your camcorder. Do not use with this camcorder only, and should not be used with any metallic objects. US 17 Index Disconnect the AC Adaptor from your...Search image Notes on attaching/detaching of the power source When you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC Adaptor, turn the camcorder off and make sure that the (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (p. 30), the access lamp (p. 27) are turned off automatically if you leave your...
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... Zoom lever Zoom switch Focus ring Mounting index Lens contacts* * Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with that comes... with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH (the lens is attached to attach a lens using the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that lens. Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the...
... Zoom lever Zoom switch Focus ring Mounting index Lens contacts* * Do not touch or dirty the lens contacts. Remove the body cap from the camcorder body and the packaging lid from the rear of the lens. If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with that comes... with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH (the lens is attached to attach a lens using the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that lens. Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the...
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... with the front end downward, and quickly change the lens somewhere away from getting inside the camcorder body. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camcorder body, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Mounting indexes (white) Notes When attaching a lens, do not press the ...; There may be some slight movement of Contents Search image Mount the lens by aligning the mounting indexes (white) on the lens and the camcorder body. US 19 Index
... with the front end downward, and quickly change the lens somewhere away from getting inside the camcorder body. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camcorder body, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Mounting indexes (white) Notes When attaching a lens, do not press the ...; There may be some slight movement of Contents Search image Mount the lens by aligning the mounting indexes (white) on the lens and the camcorder body. US 19 Index
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... to the image sensor. Align the marks. Notes When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camcorder body and adheres to the surface of the lens and the camcorder body. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. Do not leave the... camcorder body with the anti-dust coating, to the mounting indexes, and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. When you remove the lens, make ...
... to the image sensor. Align the marks. Notes When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camcorder body and adheres to the surface of the lens and the camcorder body. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. Do not leave the... camcorder body with the anti-dust coating, to the mounting indexes, and turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. When you remove the lens, make ...
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Clean the image sensor and the surrounding area using a blower (sold separately) to your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. For details, refer to the camcorder during cleaning. If you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately), and then reattach the lens. Functions Autofocus AF system... Adaptor. Table of Contents Search image Notes Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camcorder body. Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount, so that the tip of the blower does...
Clean the image sensor and the surrounding area using a blower (sold separately) to your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. For details, refer to the camcorder during cleaning. If you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately), and then reattach the lens. Functions Autofocus AF system... Adaptor. Table of Contents Search image Notes Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the camcorder body. Do not put the tip of a blower into the cavity beyond the mount, so that the tip of the blower does...