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... you must place the camcorder under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder or the lens to format the memory card with your eyes. ... cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. These points are operational for the US Index On recording To ensure stable operation ...the sun for a long time. This may cause a fire. Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder and lens A menu item that appear constantly on a nearby object, it may cause irrecoverable damage to make...
... you must place the camcorder under direct sunlight, attach the lens cap. Exposing the LCD screen, the viewfinder or the lens to format the memory card with your eyes. ... cause malfunctions. Do not aim at the sun or a strong light through a removed lens. These points are operational for the US Index On recording To ensure stable operation ...the sun for a long time. This may cause a fire. Menu items, LCD panel, viewfinder and lens A menu item that appear constantly on a nearby object, it may cause irrecoverable damage to make...
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... with the NEXVG30H/VG30EH, which has an optical camera-shake compensation mechanism (Active mode), is a high-magnification power zoom lens that is often used . Manual operability The camcorder allows you to reduce the focus on the background in order to adjust aperture, shutter...the camcorder in your own way, more appealing. Its sensor area is about 20 times as large as well. You can choose the right lens for interchangeable lenses. The high-performance microphone will widen visual expression. A wide variety of characteristic lenses will make the subject stand out. High...
... with the NEXVG30H/VG30EH, which has an optical camera-shake compensation mechanism (Active mode), is a high-magnification power zoom lens that is often used . Manual operability The camcorder allows you to reduce the focus on the background in order to adjust aperture, shutter...the camcorder in your own way, more appealing. Its sensor area is about 20 times as large as well. You can choose the right lens for interchangeable lenses. The high-performance microphone will widen visual expression. A wide variety of characteristic lenses will make the subject stand out. High...
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...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... lens 18 Removing the lens 20 Step 5: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 23 Changing the language setting 24 Step 6: Making setting adjustments before ...
...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... lens 18 Removing the lens 20 Step 5: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time 23 Changing the language setting 24 Step 6: Making setting adjustments before ...
"Handycam" Handbook
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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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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. Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Table of purchase.
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. Attach the Wind Screen with the E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. Table of purchase.
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... 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. Search image Index US 18 Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to the camcorder at the time of the lens. Front lens cap Zoom ring ...Hood index Rear lens cap Zoom speed switch 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...
... 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. Search image Index US 18 Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to the camcorder at the time of the lens. Front lens cap Zoom ring ...Hood index Rear lens cap Zoom speed switch 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...
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... Do not use force when attaching a lens. Mounting the lens forcibly may result in a malfunction or damage of the lens mount. There may be some slight movement of Contents Search image Mount the lens by aligning the mounting indexes (white) on the lens used. This is not a malfunction. &#...from getting inside the camcorder body. US 19 Index Table of the lens in the locked position, depending on the lens and the camcorder body. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camcorder body, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Be sure to ...
... Do not use force when attaching a lens. Mounting the lens forcibly may result in a malfunction or damage of the lens mount. There may be some slight movement of Contents Search image Mount the lens by aligning the mounting indexes (white) on the lens used. This is not a malfunction. &#...from getting inside the camcorder body. US 19 Index Table of the lens in the locked position, depending on the lens and the camcorder body. While pushing the lens lightly toward the camcorder body, turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. Be sure to ...
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...Align the mark on the shooting conditions. Table of Contents Search image Removing the lens While pressing the lens release button all the way in, turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. When you remove the lens, make sure that acts as the film), it may appear on the image, ... Index 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 ...
...Align the mark on the shooting conditions. Table of Contents Search image Removing the lens While pressing the lens release button all the way in, turn the lens counterclockwise until it stops. When you remove the lens, make sure that acts as the film), it may appear on the image, ... Index 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 ...
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...; Do not apply a mechanical shock to the camcorder during cleaning. If you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately), and then reattach the lens. For details, refer to your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Clean the image sensor and the surrounding area using a blower (sold separately) to the operating instructions...
...; Do not apply a mechanical shock to the camcorder during cleaning. If you can attach an A-mount lens (sold separately), and then reattach the lens. For details, refer to your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Clean the image sensor and the surrounding area using a blower (sold separately) to the operating instructions...
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You can avoid this by setting Audio Rec Level to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. Search image Index US 22 The lens hood cannot be usable or may not be attached to focus, depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.) Notes Some lenses ... dedicated support web site or consult your local authorized Sony service facility on the lens. To attach the lens hood Align the red line of the lens hood to that of the lens and mount the lens hood on compatible lenses. The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may be about 2...
You can avoid this by setting Audio Rec Level to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. Search image Index US 22 The lens hood cannot be usable or may not be attached to focus, depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.) Notes Some lenses ... dedicated support web site or consult your local authorized Sony service facility on the lens. To attach the lens hood Align the red line of the lens hood to that of the lens and mount the lens hood on compatible lenses. The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may be about 2...
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... 26 Index To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder. Table of Contents Search image about 4 sec after The display becomes dark after a certain period when you use the...
... 26 Index To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder. Table of Contents Search image about 4 sec after The display becomes dark after a certain period when you use the...
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US 29 Index Your camcorder is turned on both sides of the cap. 3 Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. Table of Contents Search image Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 To remove the lens cap, push the sliders on .
US 29 Index Your camcorder is turned on both sides of the cap. 3 Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. Table of Contents Search image Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). 1 Fasten the grip belt. 2 To remove the lens cap, push the sliders on .
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...camcorder during recording (p. 111). The recording lamp lights up during this time, do not use a tripod). Make sure that if the attached lens does not have an image stabilizing feature, SteadyShot will take several seconds until you do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or ...or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 27) is set to support the camera during recording (when you can capture photos from recorded movies (NEX-VG30/VG30H) (p. 53). You cannot operate your fingers are not touching the microphone. Tips See page 96 on the camcorder. US ...
...camcorder during recording (p. 111). The recording lamp lights up during this time, do not use a tripod). Make sure that if the attached lens does not have an image stabilizing feature, SteadyShot will take several seconds until you do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or ...or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 27) is set to support the camera during recording (when you can capture photos from recorded movies (NEX-VG30/VG30H) (p. 53). You cannot operate your fingers are not touching the microphone. Tips See page 96 on the camcorder. US ...
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... 40 Index Table of Contents Advanced operations Useful functions for recording movies and photos Adjusting the zoom by the zoom ring If the lens has a zoom ring, you can adjust the magnification by turning it further for a slower zoom. While using digital zoom, set a switch... deterioration. If you are not effective. Before using digital zoom, the face detection (p. 74) and tracking focus (p. 44) functions are using. The lens may be damaged. You may be performed within the optical range of view (Wide angle) Close view (Telephoto) Digital zoom Due to MANUAL...
... 40 Index Table of Contents Advanced operations Useful functions for recording movies and photos Adjusting the zoom by the zoom ring If the lens has a zoom ring, you can adjust the magnification by turning it further for a slower zoom. While using digital zoom, set a switch... deterioration. If you are not effective. Before using digital zoom, the face detection (p. 74) and tracking focus (p. 44) functions are using. The lens may be damaged. You may be performed within the optical range of view (Wide angle) Close view (Telephoto) Digital zoom Due to MANUAL...
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...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 other than [Digital Zoom], the digital zoom magnification will be heard loudly depending ... Assist)] [Zoom Speed] [Fixed] desired setting . In this function in manual focusing mode. If you use a lens that of the zoom lever may be retained. The zoom setting of the camcorder and that supports autofocus, press FOCUS to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG...
...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 other than [Digital Zoom], the digital zoom magnification will be heard loudly depending ... Assist)] [Zoom Speed] [Fixed] desired setting . In this function in manual focusing mode. If you use a lens that of the zoom lever may be retained. The zoom setting of the camcorder and that supports autofocus, press FOCUS to [RAW] or [RAW & JPEG...
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...] is the default setting). Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image quality (STD) You can select the desired image quality from the lens contact surface to the recording situation or the playback device. Touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ / Setting]. ... [Spot Focus]. Using the expanded focus Press EXPANDED FOCUS to record fine images, or the standard definition image quality (STD) that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is 0.3 m (11 7/8 in.) (Wide end) - 0.5 m (19 3/4 in .). * The image sensor is the part of the ...
...] is the default setting). Selecting high definition image quality (HD) or standard image quality (STD) You can select the desired image quality from the lens contact surface to the recording situation or the playback device. Touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ / Setting]. ... [Spot Focus]. Using the expanded focus Press EXPANDED FOCUS to record fine images, or the standard definition image quality (STD) that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is 0.3 m (11 7/8 in.) (Wide end) - 0.5 m (19 3/4 in .). * The image sensor is the part of the ...
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...(START/STOP button on the grip) Search image Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when ...the viewfinder while [VF/ Panel] is automatically output in 5.1ch sound is set White Balance (color balance) for accurate white reproduction according to the lens you are using the supplied software "PlayMemories Home." The sound of standard definition image quality (STD) movies is converted to 2ch. Tips ...
...(START/STOP button on the grip) Search image Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), then rotate it 180 degrees to the lens side (). Tips A mirror-image of the subject appears on the LCD screen, but the image will be normal when ...the viewfinder while [VF/ Panel] is automatically output in 5.1ch sound is set White Balance (color balance) for accurate white reproduction according to the lens you are using the supplied software "PlayMemories Home." The sound of standard definition image quality (STD) movies is converted to 2ch. Tips ...
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... to manual. Table of Contents Search image Adjusting manually Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial Use the MANUAL dial on the lens you zoom from wide angle to telephoto. The range of focus, an important effect of the aperture, is called the depth of field. Adjusting...
... to manual. Table of Contents Search image Adjusting manually Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial Use the MANUAL dial on the lens you zoom from wide angle to telephoto. The range of focus, an important effect of the aperture, is called the depth of field. Adjusting...
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... audio level when recording. 76 Displays the frame to adjust the focus. Displays an image on the screen. 77 Adjusts the focus for the attached lens. 77 Sets the digital zoom. 78 Sets the function assigned to record movies. 79 Sets image quality for adjusting 76 brightness. Table of iris, gain...
... audio level when recording. 76 Displays the frame to adjust the focus. Displays an image on the screen. 77 Adjusts the focus for the attached lens. 77 Sets the digital zoom. 78 Sets the function assigned to record movies. 79 Sets image quality for adjusting 76 brightness. Table of iris, gain...
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... 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... 86 Displays the version of your camcorder to turn off automatically. 85 Selects the language to record images when there 85 is no lens. Sets your camcorder and lens. 86 Sets the [Date & Time], [Daylight Savings], 86 [Summer Time], or [Date & Time Format]. Enables/disables use of ...
... 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... 86 Displays the version of your camcorder to turn off automatically. 85 Selects the language to record images when there 85 is no lens. Sets your camcorder and lens. 86 Sets the [Date & Time], [Daylight Savings], 86 [Summer Time], or [Date & Time Format]. Enables/disables use of ...
