Sony Handycam NEX-VG10E Operating Manual
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- Page 1 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. ©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder E-mount NEX-VG10E 4-258-762-13(1) Operating Guide...
- Page 2 Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder NEX-VG10E...
- Page 3 • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children.
- Page 4 For customers in the U.S.A. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only. Regulatory Information...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Read this first ...8 Operating instructions ...9 The visual world seen by your NEX-VG10E ...10 Getting started Accessories supplied ...12 Attaching the accessories ...13 Preparing the battery ...14 Charging the battery pack ...14 Attaching the battery pack ...14 Using the wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source ...15... - Page 6 Playback ... 28 Deleting an image ... 28 Playback on a TV ... 29 Editing on the computer Features of the supplied software ... 30 Preparing the computer ... 30 Recommended computer environment ... 30 Installing “PMB” ... 31 Importing images to the computer ... 32 Additional information Troubleshooting ...
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Page 7: Read This First
Read this first To prevent the camcorder from malfunctions and damages • Do not hold the camcorder by the following parts, and jack covers. Viewfinder Lens Built-in microphone • This camcorder is neither dust-proof, nor splash- proof, nor water-proof. See “Precautions”... -
Page 8: Operating Instructions
• Disconnect the battery pack and AC Adaptor after turning off the camcorder. • When disconnecting the AC Adaptor from the camcorder, hold both of the DC plug and the camcorder. Notes on the temperature of the camcorder and battery pack... -
Page 9: The Visual World Seen By Your Nex-Vg10E
The visual world seen by your NEX-VG10E... - Page 10 The camcorder allows you to use aperture priority/shutter speed priority/full-manual exposure compensation, and adjust gain, white balance, etc. for recording movies. A control dial and exclusive buttons are provided to enable you to use the camcorder in your own way, more comfortably.
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Page 11: Getting Started
USB cable (1) Wind Screen (1) Body cap (1)/Rear lens cap (1) Telephoto zoom lens (E18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 OSS) (1) (Front lens cap included) (attached to the camcorder) Lens hood (1) Large eyecup (1) CD-ROM “Handycam Application Software” (1) • “PMB”... -
Page 12: Attaching The Accessories
Use the Wind Screen when you want to reduce the wind noise recorded by the microphone. Attach the Wind Screen with the Sony logo facing down. Lens hood Align the red line of the lens hood to that of the lens and mount the lens hood on the lens. -
Page 13: Preparing The Battery
Attaching the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, and slide it up until it clicks. Checking the remaining battery level Check the level with the following indicators displayed on the LCD monitor or viewfinder. -
Page 14: Using The Wall Outlet (Wall Socket) As A Power Source
– If you charge a battery pack that has been used at least once with this camcorder on a battery charger having a function to indicate the usable time, “—“ will be displayed instead. -
Page 15: Attaching A Lens
This manual explains how to attach a lens using the supplied E18-200 mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Hold the camcorder body with the front end downward, and quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camcorder body. -
Page 16: Removing The Lens
Sony service facility. A-mount lenses You may not be able to use certain A-mount lenses. For the compatibility of a particular A-mount lens, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. -
Page 17: Turning On The Camcorder And Setting The Date And Time
Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time When you turn on the camcorder for the first time, the screen to set date and time appears. While holding the green button down, set the power switch to ON. -
Page 18: Using The Operating Buttons
Using the operating buttons You can select setting items by turning the control dial or pressing the v/V/b/B buttons following the instructions on the display. Your selection is determined when you press the control dial. In addition to the above, the v/V/b/B buttons are assigned with functions that will be used frequently during recording or playback (page 24). -
Page 19: Adjusting The Viewfinder And The Lcd Monitor
Adjusting the viewfinder and the LCD monitor Images are displayed on the viewfinder or the LCD monitor. Press FINDER/LCD to select whether you want to display the image on the viewfinder or the LCD monitor. Viewfinder Adjust the angle to your preference (1), and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever until the image becomes clear (2). -
Page 20: Inserting A Memory Card
Memory cards that you can use • You can use following memory cards with this camcorder. However, this does not mean that all these memory cards are guaranteed to work with the camcorder. -
Page 21: Recording And Playback
Make sure that your fingers are not touching the microphone. Tips • If you do not want the sound of the camcorder and the lens in operation to be recorded with movies, you can disable the sound recording. Press MENU, then select [Setup] t [Movie Audio Rec] t [Off]. -
Page 22: Still Images
Notes • You cannot shoot still images in movie recording mode. • The camcorder is unable to take images in the portrait position, which is available on digital SLR cameras. • Focusing may be difficult in the following situations: –... -
Page 23: Recording Functions
Functions that will be used frequently are assigned to the following buttons. MENU This button displays the menu. The menu allows you to change the settings of the camcorder, and use various functions. See page 42 for the menu list. DISP This button switches the information displayed on the screen during recording or playback. - Page 24 [Auto] setting. (Auto/ 0dB to 27dB) The camcorder sets a Gain between 0 dB and 21 dB atutomatically with [Auto]. Still image mode: Sets the ISO sensitivity.
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Page 25: Exposure Mode
“Exposure” is the brightness adjustment done for recording images by a combination of shutter speed and aperture, as described above. This camcorder has 4 exposure modes, [Program Auto], [Aperture Priority], [Shutter Priority], and [Manual Exposure]. You can select a mode as follows. - Page 26 A-mount lenses You may not be able to use certain A-mount lenses. For the compatibility of a particular A-mount lens, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. ✓...
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Page 27: Playback
Playback Playback from movie recording mode Press (Playback). The index screen appears. To view still images, select pressing b/V, and press the control dial. Press v/V/b/B to select the image you want to play back, and press the control dial. Playback operations Pause Press the control dial. -
Page 28: Playback On A Tv
• Do not connect the output connector of the device with the HDMI terminal on the camcorder. This may cause a malfunction. • Signals can be output from the camcorder to a TV only via the HDMI terminal. • This camcorder is not compatible with “BRAVIA” Sync. -
Page 29: Editing On The Computer
Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. Starter (Edition) is not supported. Notes • Do not format the memory card in the camcorder from the computer. The memory card may not operate correctly. SP3/... -
Page 30: Installing "Pmb
• Delete image files from the recording media in the camcorder as described on page 28 or using [Delete] on the menu. Do not delete them from the computer. Sony is not liable for consequences resulting from such operations. • Do not copy files from the computer to the recording media in the camcorder. -
Page 31: Importing Images To The Computer
Turn on the computer beforehand. Note • Connect the camcorder to the wall outlet (socket) using the AC Adaptor (page 15). Turn on the camcorder, and connect it to the computer using the USB cable (supplied). -
Page 32: Additional Information
2 Remove the battery pack, wait for about 1 minute, reattach the battery pack, then turn on the power. 3 Reset the settings (page 45). 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Battery pack and power The battery pack cannot be attached. - Page 33 • The camcorder is in the playback mode. Press the MODE button to turn on the lamp of the desired recording mode (page 22). • The camcorder is writing the image you have just shot on the memory card. You cannot shoot new image during this period.
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Page 34: Recording Time/Number Of Images
(page 21). Nothing appears on the LCD monitor and viewfinder of the camcorder. • When the camcorder is connected to a computer or another device using the USB cable, nothing appears on the LCD monitor and viewfinder. This is not a malfunction. The screen turns on when the device is disconnected. -
Page 35: Estimated Number Of Recordable Still Images
• You can record movies of a maximum of 3,999 scenes. • The camcorder can record movies for about 13 hours continuously. • The camcorder uses the VBR (Variable Bit Rate) format to automatically adjust image quality to suit the recording scene. This technology causes fluctuations in the recording time of the memory card. - Page 36 Also, this may cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Optional accessories • It is recommended that you use genuine Sony accessories with the camcorder. • Some accessories may not be available, depending on the countries/regions.
- Page 37 If the camcorder resets the settings to the defaults each time you charge the battery, the internal rechargeable battery may be dead. Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Charging method of the internal rechargeable...
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Page 38: Specifications
(w/h/d, excluding the grip belt) 85 mm × 130 mm × 223 mm (3 3/8 in. × 5 1/8 in. × 8 7/8 in.) (camcorder body only (without lens)) 97 mm × 132 mm × 294 mm (3 7/8 in. × 5 1/4 in. - Page 39 • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. On focal length The picture angle of this camcorder is narrower than that of a 35 mm-format film camera. You can find the approximate equivalent of the focal length of a 35 mm-format film camera, and shoot with the...
- Page 40 • SDXC logo and SDHC logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • MultiMediaCard is a trademark of MultiMediaCard Association. • “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • Adobe is a registered trademark or a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
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Page 41: Menu List
The 6 menu items, [Shoot Mode], [Camera], [Rec Mode/Image Size], [Brightness/Color], [Playback], and [Setup], will allow you to set various functions and customize your camcorder. To use the menu, press MENU to display the menu, and select items using the control dial and the v/V/ b/B buttons on the operation panel, then press the control dial to make your choice. -
Page 42: Shoot Mode
Shoot Mode Allows you to select a shooting mode. Program Auto Hand-held Twilight* Anti Motion Blur* Manual Exposure Shutter Priority Aperture Priority * Still image only Camera Allows you to set focusing method, continuous shooting, self-timer, etc. AF/MF Select Autofocus Area* Autofocus Mode* SteadyShot Drive Mode*... -
Page 43: Brightness/Color
Menu list (continued) Still Image Size Aspect Ratio Brightness/Color Allows you to make brightness settings such as exposure compensation, and color settings such as white balance. Exposure Comp. Gain ISO* White Balance Creative Style Metering Mode* Flash Compensation* DRO/Auto HDR* * Still image only Playback Allows you to set playback functions. -
Page 44: Setup
Setup Allows you to make more detailed shooting settings, or change the camcorder settings. Shooting Settings Movie Audio Rec Grid Line Shoot w/o Lens Red Eye Reduction* Auto Review* * Still image only Main Settings Volume Settings Beep Language Date/Time Setup... -
Page 45: Identifying Parts
[Bracket: Cont.] is set. There are certain Sony flashes or functions that cannot be used with your camcorder. For the compatibility of a particular flash unit, visit the Sony web site in your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. - Page 46 A Microphone (13) B Hook for shoulder strap C Speaker D LCD monitor (20) E MENU button (24, 42) F WB/b button (25, 42) G FOCUS button (25) H DISP/v button (24, 42) (Playback) button (28) J Control dial (26, 42) K GAIN/B button (25, 42) L FINDER/LCD button (20) (Exposure Comp.)/...
- Page 47 Identifying parts (continued) A i (headphones) jack Use stereo minijack headphones. B DC IN jack (15) C Grip belt Fasten the grip belt as shown below. D Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod with the screw length of less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.) (sold separately). E Mount (16) F Image sensor G Lens contacts...
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Page 48: List Of Icons
List of icons Upper part Right part Left part Lower part Upper part P A S M Exposure mode Anti Motion Blur Hand-held Twilight Image size/aspect ratio of still images Number of recordable still images FX FH HQ Image quality of movies Memory card 123 Min Estimated recordable time of... - Page 49 List of icons (continued) Right part Soft key See page 19. • Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see.
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Page 50: Index
Movies ... 22 Recording functions ... 24 Still images ... 23 Setting the date and time ... 18 Shutter Priority ... 26 Troubleshooting ... 33 Turning on the camcorder ... 18 Viewfinder ... 20 White Balance ... 25 Zoom ... 24...