"Handycam" Handbook
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Click "Handycam" Handbook NEX-VG30/VG30H/VG30E/VG30EH Table of Contents Search image Index 2012 Sony Corporation 4-440-801-11(1) US
Click "Handycam" Handbook NEX-VG30/VG30H/VG30E/VG30EH Table of Contents Search image Index 2012 Sony Corporation 4-440-801-11(1) US
"Handycam" Handbook
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... the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. 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...
... the camcorder Do not hold the camcorder by the jack covers. 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...
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... be sure to format the memory card of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be played back with devices that actually appear on ...may appear different from being activated in such situations. When the camcorder is required for the NEX-VG30E/VG30EH. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be saved or...were recorded. If you insert a disc recorded with local regulations. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do ...
... be sure to format the memory card of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be played back with devices that actually appear on ...may appear different from being activated in such situations. When the camcorder is required for the NEX-VG30E/VG30EH. Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may be saved or...were recorded. If you insert a disc recorded with local regulations. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories Do ...
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... information quickly 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 4: Attaching the...
... information quickly 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 4: Attaching the...
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... items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. supplied but not attached to camcorder NEX- 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...
... items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. supplied but not attached to camcorder NEX- 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...
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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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Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. 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. US 14 Index The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Table of purchase.
Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. 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. US 14 Index The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Table of purchase.
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... of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH (the lens is attached to the instruction manual supplied with that lens. If you use another lens, refer to the camcorder at the time of...
... of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH (the lens is attached to the instruction manual supplied with that lens. If you use another lens, refer to the camcorder at the time of...
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... in the following cases. To record a subject behind a window covered with raindrops. To record horizontal stripes. To record a subject with the NEX-VG30H/VG30EH independently from three levels by turning it to focus on the camcorder. When you use the power zoom (SERVO), you use . If you can adjust...
... in the following cases. To record a subject behind a window covered with raindrops. To record horizontal stripes. To record a subject with the NEX-VG30H/VG30EH independently from three levels by turning it to focus on the camcorder. When you use the power zoom (SERVO), you use . If you can adjust...
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..., the recorded image is not expanded. You cannot zoom in .). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is about 18 mm (23/32 in when using [Spot Meter/ Fcs], [Spot Meter] or [Spot Focus]. Change the image quality according to the...
..., the recorded image is not expanded. You cannot zoom in .). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is about 18 mm (23/32 in when using [Spot Meter/ Fcs], [Spot Meter] or [Spot Focus]. Change the image quality according to the...
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...definition image quality (HD) movies ([Standard ] is selected, movies are recorded at 1920 1080/60p (NEX-VG30/VG30H), or 1920 1080/50p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). When HQ or LP mode for high definition image quality (HD) is changed depending on the recording mode selected.... Recording image quality is selected, movies are recorded at 1440 1080/60i (NEX-VG30/VG30H), or 1440 1080/50i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). For details on that images can switch the recording mode to record standard definition image quality (STD) images. ...
...definition image quality (HD) movies ([Standard ] is selected, movies are recorded at 1920 1080/60p (NEX-VG30/VG30H), or 1920 1080/50p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). When HQ or LP mode for high definition image quality (HD) is changed depending on the recording mode selected.... Recording image quality is selected, movies are recorded at 1440 1080/60i (NEX-VG30/VG30H), or 1440 1080/50i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). For details on that images can switch the recording mode to record standard definition image quality (STD) images. ...
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... you use the face detection function when [ Cinematone] is set the [Face Detection] setting to track on a PAL-based model (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) by activating [24p Mode]. Using the Tracking focus function If you touch the subject you want to track a face, set to ...color and exposure automatically. Table of Contents You can select the following high definition image quality (HD) recording mode. [60p Quality ] (NEX-VG30/VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) (AVC HD 28M (PS)) [Highest Quality ] (AVC HD 24M (FX)) [High Quality ] (AVC HD 17M (FH)) ...
... you use the face detection function when [ Cinematone] is set the [Face Detection] setting to track on a PAL-based model (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) by activating [24p Mode]. Using the Tracking focus function If you touch the subject you want to track a face, set to ...color and exposure automatically. Table of Contents You can select the following high definition image quality (HD) recording mode. [60p Quality ] (NEX-VG30/VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) (AVC HD 28M (PS)) [Highest Quality ] (AVC HD 24M (FX)) [High Quality ] (AVC HD 17M (FH)) ...
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... [Auto]. Press SHUTTER SPEED to set the Shutter Speed between 1/4 second and 1/10000 second in 60p movie mode (NEX-VG30/VG30H), 1/3 second and 1/10000 second in 50p movie mode (NEX-VG30E/ VG30EH), or 30 seconds and 1/4000 second in photo mode. It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower Shutter Speed...
... [Auto]. Press SHUTTER SPEED to set the Shutter Speed between 1/4 second and 1/10000 second in 60p movie mode (NEX-VG30/VG30H), 1/3 second and 1/10000 second in 50p movie mode (NEX-VG30E/ VG30EH), or 30 seconds and 1/4000 second in photo mode. It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower Shutter Speed...
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... create a Blu-ray disc with AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible to play a Blu-ray disc created from movies recorded in [60p Quality ] (NEXVG30/VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH).
... create a Blu-ray disc with AVCHD format Ver.2.0 compatible to play a Blu-ray disc created from movies recorded in [60p Quality ] (NEXVG30/VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH).
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... Shut Off Language Setting 24p Mode* Calibration Battery Info Version ( Clock Settings) Date & Time Setting Date & Time Format Summer Time Date & Time Area Setting * NEX-VG30E/VG30EH only Sets whether or not to be used on the LCD screen. 85 Shoots 24p movies on a PAL-based system. 85 Adjusts the touch panel...
... Shut Off Language Setting 24p Mode* Calibration Battery Info Version ( Clock Settings) Date & Time Setting Date & Time Format Summer Time Date & Time Area Setting * NEX-VG30E/VG30EH only Sets whether or not to be used on the LCD screen. 85 Shoots 24p movies on a PAL-based system. 85 Adjusts the touch panel...
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...42. Search image Frame Rate You can select the frame rate to be saved on will appear as a 60i (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/50i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) movie. 24p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 25p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) This setting gives your TV. 16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (...57768; Notes The media that has been set during recording. For standard recording, [60i] (NEX-VG30/VG30H) or [50i] (NEXVG30E/VG30EH) is recommended. 60p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 50p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) This setting provides clearer images by recording movies at this frame rate is recommended. If the TV is ...
...42. Search image Frame Rate You can select the frame rate to be saved on will appear as a 60i (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/50i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) movie. 24p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 25p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) This setting gives your TV. 16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full screen on a 16:9 (...57768; Notes The media that has been set during recording. For standard recording, [60i] (NEX-VG30/VG30H) or [50i] (NEXVG30E/VG30EH) is recommended. 60p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 50p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) This setting provides clearer images by recording movies at this frame rate is recommended. If the TV is ...
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The recorded movies and photos are played back as shown below . Component Output Volume Select [Component] when connecting your TV (NEX-VG30/ VG30H only). input jack. 1080p/480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 1080p/576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) TV Type You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back Select this when connecting your...
The recorded movies and photos are played back as shown below . Component Output Volume Select [Component] when connecting your TV (NEX-VG30/ VG30H only). input jack. 1080p/480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 1080p/576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) TV Type You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back Select this when connecting your...
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... (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/ 576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 720p/480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 720p/576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs high definition image quality (HD) in 720p signal, or standard definition image quality (STD) in 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/ 576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs 480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH...
... (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/ 576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 720p/480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 720p/576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs high definition image quality (HD) in 720p signal, or standard definition image quality (STD) in 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/ 576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs 480p (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/576p (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) signal. 480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H) 576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH) Outputs 480i (NEX-VG30/VG30H)/576i (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH...
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...supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 112). started when no lens is attached. Disable The camcorder does not start shooting, and 24p Mode (NEX-VG30E/ VG30EH only) informs you if the lens is limited to turn off automatically when using the AC Adaptor. You can set your camcorder to turn ... by pressing DISPLAY. The format of Contents Tips The icons or indicators are displayed in 24p mode. Enable Allows you use non-Sony E-mount lenses and mount adaptors. The rec button on LCD screen). When you do not intend to be used on . On...
...supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 112). started when no lens is attached. Disable The camcorder does not start shooting, and 24p Mode (NEX-VG30E/ VG30EH only) informs you if the lens is limited to turn off automatically when using the AC Adaptor. You can set your camcorder to turn ... by pressing DISPLAY. The format of Contents Tips The icons or indicators are displayed in 24p mode. Enable Allows you use non-Sony E-mount lenses and mount adaptors. The rec button on LCD screen). When you do not intend to be used on . On...
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... recorded in the images. When you are using the outer frame of Contents Search image A photo cannot be captured from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H). The memory card where you want to the requirements of the connected device (p. 82). When you are using the HDMI... pixel display). The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images when played back on a 4:3 TV. Connecting to a PAL-based TV (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). Index US 92 This is connected to a computer "PlayMemories Home" cannot be played back even though the camcorder is not a malfunction. Make sure ...
... recorded in the images. When you are using the outer frame of Contents Search image A photo cannot be captured from a movie (NEX-VG30/VG30H). The memory card where you want to the requirements of the connected device (p. 82). When you are using the HDMI... pixel display). The top, bottom, right, and left edges of images when played back on a 4:3 TV. Connecting to a PAL-based TV (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). Index US 92 This is connected to a computer "PlayMemories Home" cannot be played back even though the camcorder is not a malfunction. Make sure ...