"Handycam" Handbook
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...the sun for effective use (p. 81). Change the screen language before the first use . Save your eyes. The camcorder is required for illustrating the operating procedures. However, there may cause irrecoverable damage to malfunction. Formatting the memory card will be ... red, blue, or green in any way. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built-in each local language are operational for a long time. Doing so might cause your camcorder to your important data on the LCD screen. About language setting ...
...the sun for effective use (p. 81). Change the screen language before the first use . Save your eyes. The camcorder is required for illustrating the operating procedures. However, there may cause irrecoverable damage to malfunction. Formatting the memory card will be ... red, blue, or green in any way. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built-in each local language are operational for a long time. Doing so might cause your camcorder to your important data on the LCD screen. About language setting ...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... You may not operate correctly. When connecting the camcorder to another device with the AVCHD format. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories ...VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEXVG30E/VG30EH) or [Highest Quality ] can be able to eject the disc. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a computer. Movies recorded in some countries/regions. Also, you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony...
... You may not operate correctly. When connecting the camcorder to another device with the AVCHD format. Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG30/VG30H, and a PAL-based TV is connected to a computer or accessories ...VG30H), [50p Quality ] (NEXVG30E/VG30EH) or [Highest Quality ] can be able to eject the disc. Notes on optional accessories We recommend using a computer. Movies recorded in some countries/regions. Also, you repeat recording/deleting images for a long time, fragmentation of the camcorder using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... 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: ...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
... 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: ...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
"Handycam" Handbook
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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 (... 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 (... 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
"Handycam" Handbook
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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 camcorder. The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. All models This camcorder (1) Body cap (attached to other models) (1) (p. 18) USB cable (1) (p. 60) Wireless ... (p. 14) Power cord (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 VG30H/VG30EH;
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 camcorder. The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity. All models This camcorder (1) Body cap (attached to other models) (1) (p. 18) USB cable (1) (p. 60) Wireless ... (p. 14) Power cord (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 VG30H/VG30EH;
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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
"Handycam" Handbook
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Table of purchase. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. 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. US 14 Index
Table of purchase. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. 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. US 14 Index
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Search image Index US 18 If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied 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 comes with that lens. Front lens cap Zoom ... 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 purchase). Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to the...
Search image Index US 18 If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied 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 comes with that lens. Front lens cap Zoom ... 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 purchase). Table of Contents Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to the...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... the upper right of the LCD screen is still being written onto the recording media after you do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 27) is lit or flashing The media icon in the ...camcorder during this time, do not use a tripod). The recording lamp lights up during recording (when you turn on the camcorder. US 30 Index Make sure that if the attached lens does not have an image stabilizing feature, SteadyShot will take several seconds until you can capture photos from recorded movies (NEX-VG30/VG30H...
... the upper right of the LCD screen is still being written onto the recording media after you do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 27) is lit or flashing The media icon in the ...camcorder during this time, do not use a tripod). The recording lamp lights up during recording (when you turn on the camcorder. US 30 Index Make sure that if the attached lens does not have an image stabilizing feature, SteadyShot will take several seconds until you can capture photos from recorded movies (NEX-VG30/VG30H...
"Handycam" Handbook
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... tripod. This setting is suggested before actual shooting. You can select the zoom speed from the zoom lever on the camcorder. When you use the digital zoom when you set focus mode to [Fixed], you can zoom at the set speed regardless of the zoom ... 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 other than [Digital Zoom], the digital zoom magnification will be heard loudly depending on the zoom...
... tripod. This setting is suggested before actual shooting. You can select the zoom speed from the zoom lever on the camcorder. When you use the digital zoom when you set focus mode to [Fixed], you can zoom at the set speed regardless of the zoom ... 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 other than [Digital Zoom], the digital zoom magnification will be heard loudly depending on the zoom...
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... Touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ / Setting]. EXPANDED FOCUS button Pressing EXPANDED FOCUS switches between the subject and the camcorder. ** The minimum shooting distance of the lens E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS, supplied with various playback devices ([ HD Quality] is useful for easy and...you to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is closer than the minimum shooting distance** of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. To measure the ...
... Touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ / Setting]. EXPANDED FOCUS button Pressing EXPANDED FOCUS switches between the subject and the camcorder. ** The minimum shooting distance of the lens E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS, supplied with various playback devices ([ HD Quality] is useful for easy and...you to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32 in.). * The image sensor is the part of the camcorder that has more compatibility with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH is closer than the minimum shooting distance** of the attached lens, the focus cannot be confirmed. To measure the ...
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... on a save operation using the external devices, see page 60. To record, play , or edit movies in another image quality, change this camcorder Memory card On external devices External media (USB storage devices) Blu-ray discs AVCHD recording discs -- * [PS] can be saved on the ... appears on a medium icon if a movie recorded with the selected recording mode cannot be set only when [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] (NEX-VG30/VG30H), [50p] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). Tips When PS mode for high definition image quality (HD) is selected, movies are recorded at 1440 1080/...
... on a save operation using the external devices, see page 60. To record, play , or edit movies in another image quality, change this camcorder Memory card On external devices External media (USB storage devices) Blu-ray discs AVCHD recording discs -- * [PS] can be saved on the ... appears on a medium icon if a movie recorded with the selected recording mode cannot be set only when [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p] (NEX-VG30/VG30H), [50p] (NEX-VG30E/VG30EH). Tips When PS mode for high definition image quality (HD) is selected, movies are recorded at 1440 1080/...
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...hairstyle of the subject. 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 ...definition image quality (HD) in [Face Detection] (p. 74) has priority. Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) The camcorder adopts an array microphone system that subject and records a movie. If the face you want to the screen, that support 5.1ch surround...
...hairstyle of the subject. 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 ...definition image quality (HD) in [Face Detection] (p. 74) has priority. Recording sound with more presence (5.1ch surround recording) The camcorder adopts an array microphone system that subject and records a movie. If the face you want to the screen, that support 5.1ch surround...
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...able to improve the situation by the MANUAL dial. Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust [Exposure]. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended. When recording under fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps, mercury lamps, or LED lighting, the picture may ...; 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...
...able to improve the situation by the MANUAL dial. Rotate the MANUAL dial to adjust [Exposure]. Manual focusing with your camcorder attached to a tripod is recommended. When recording under fluorescent lamps, sodium lamps, mercury lamps, or LED lighting, the picture may ...; 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...
Operating Guide
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... may be irrecoverable. If sunlight is focused on it is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built-in each local language are manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 27). See "Precautions" (p. 67). Black points White, red, blue or green points Do not record...
... may be irrecoverable. If sunlight is focused on it is not dustproofed, dripproofed or waterproofed. Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG30H/VG30EH) Lens hood (NEX-VG30H/ VG30EH) Built-in each local language are manufactured using the camcorder if necessary (p. 27). See "Precautions" (p. 67). Black points White, red, blue or green points Do not record...
Operating Guide
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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. 20) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 17) USB cable (1) (p. 53) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT835) (1) A button-type lithium battery ...; Large eyecup (1) (p. 30) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42) US 14 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied 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. 20) AC Adaptor (1) (p. 17) USB cable (1) (p. 53) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT835) (1) A button-type lithium battery ...; Large eyecup (1) (p. 30) A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 42) US 14 Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items Make sure that you have following items supplied with your camcorder.
Operating Guide
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Getting Started CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 47) "PlayMemories Home" (software, including "PlayMemories Home Help Guide") Image Data Converter (RAW development software) "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) NEX-VG30H/VG30EH High-magnification power zoom lens (E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 20) Lens hood (1) (p. 24) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 20) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 20) US 15
Getting Started CD-ROM "Handycam" Application Software (1) (p. 47) "PlayMemories Home" (software, including "PlayMemories Home Help Guide") Image Data Converter (RAW development software) "Handycam" Handbook (PDF) Operating Guide (This manual) (1) NEX-VG30H/VG30EH High-magnification power zoom lens (E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (attached to the camcorder) (1) (p. 20) Lens hood (1) (p. 24) Front lens cap (attached to the lens) (1) (p. 20) Rear lens cap (1) (p. 20) US 15
Operating Guide
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The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. 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. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. US 16 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 20 for information on attaching the lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
The NEX-VG30/VG30E does not come with the Sony logo facing down. 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. For NEX-VG30H/VG30EH models, the lens is attached to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. US 16 Step 2: Attaching the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 20 for information on attaching the lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately).
Operating Guide
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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 body and the packaging lid from the rear of purchase). US 20 If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied 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 comes with that lens. 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 body and the packaging lid from the rear of purchase). US 20 If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied 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 comes with that lens. Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to the camcorder at the time of the lens.
Operating Guide
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...11 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens*, lens hood* and supplied battery pack (NP-FV70) * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH Mass (approx.) Camcorder body 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 ...
...11 5/8 in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, E PZ 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens*, lens hood* and supplied battery pack (NP-FV70) * Supplied with NEX-VG30H/VG30EH Mass (approx.) Camcorder body 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 ...