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Sony Handycam NEX-VG900E Handbook

24.3mp, 35mm full frame exmor cmos sensor, 5.1ch sound, 24p/25p/50i/50p & oled viewfinder
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NEX-VG900/VG900E
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2012 Sony Corporation
4-436-718-11(1)

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  • Page 1 Click “Handycam” Handbook NEX-VG900/VG900E 2012 Sony Corporation 4-436-718-11(1) ...

  • Page 2: Using The "Handycam" Handbook

    Using the “Handycam” Handbook You will find information on using your camcorder to its fullest in this “Handycam” Handbook. Read the “Handycam” Handbook in addition to the Operating Guide (a separate volume). Information on using your camcorder connected to a computer will be also found in the Operating Guide and the “PlayMemories Home Help Guide”...

  • Page 3: Read This First

    Read this first Do not record the sun or leave the camcorder  under the sun for a long time. The inside of the camcorder may be damaged. If sunlight is focused on a nearby object, it may cause a fire. Using the camcorder When you must place the camcorder under Do not hold the camcorder by the following...

  • Page 4: Notes On Optional Accessories

    54, and to save images on external We recommend using genuine Sony accessories.  devices, see page 60. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available  The type of discs or media on which the images  in some countries/regions.

  • Page 5: Notes On Use

    Notes on use Do not do any of the following. Otherwise,  the memory card may be damaged, recorded images may be impossible to play back or may be lost, or other malfunctions could occur. ejecting the memory card when the access ...

  • Page 6: Features Of This Unit

    Features of this unit high-performance microphone will make high-definition movies more appealing. Multi interface shoe The large-sized image sensor An XLR Box adaptor (sold separately) and The camcorder is equipped with a full-sized a flash (sold separately) compatible with the (36 mm ×...

  • Page 7: Search Image

    Search image Shooting movies as clear as still images Defocusing the background (47) Adjusting the color (44) Focusing manually (40) In better brightness (70) Shooting like film image (79) Achieving more impressive and artistic expression (71) Shooting when holding the camcorder by hand Preventing camera shake (73) Following a moving subject (73) Shooting in low angle (44)
  • Page 8 Recording the sound clearly Recording the surround sound (43) Recording the loud noise naturally (75) Shooting landscapes The sky in vivid colors (70) Keeping your shot level (75) Shooting clear still images The same scene with different brightness (72) Capturing the best moment (72)

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Using the “Handycam” Handbook..............2 Searching for information quickly.
  • Page 10 Advanced operations Useful functions for recording movies and photos......... 39 Adjusting the zoom by the zoom ring.
  • Page 11 Customizing your camcorder Using menus..................65 Operating menus..

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Checking USB cable (1) (p. 60)  supplied items Make sure that you have following items Wireless Remote Commander (RMT-  supplied with your camcorder. 835) (1) (p. 112) The numbers in ( ) are the supplied quantity.
  • Page 13 Mount adaptor (LA-EA3) (1) (p. 21)  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) ...

  • Page 14: Step 2: Attaching The Supplied Accessories

    Attaching the Wind Screen 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. Attaching the battery cover Attach the battery cover after attaching the battery pack.

  • Page 15: Step 3: Charging The Battery Pack

    Step 3: Charging the battery pack DC IN jack Battery pack AC Adaptor Power cord (Mains lead) To the wall outlet (wall socket) DC plug Align the  mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack. CHG (charge) lamp You can charge the “InfoLITHIUM”...

  • Page 16: Charging Time

    When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder. Charging time Approximate time (min.) required when you fully charge a fully discharged battery pack. Battery pack Charging time NP-FV70 (supplied) NP-FV100 The charging times shown in the table above are measured when charging the camcorder at a ...
  • Page 17 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. 29), the access lamp (p. 26) are turned off. The CHG (charge) lamp flashes during charging under the following conditions: ...

  • Page 18: Step 4: Attaching The Lens

    Step 4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach the supplied mount adaptor and a lens (SAL2470Z lens (sold separately) is used for example purposes). When you use an E-mount lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your lens. ...

  • Page 19: Removing The Lens

    To attach the lens Align the mounting index (orange) on the lens barrel with the mounting mark  on the mount adaptor. Insert the lens into the mount adaptor’s mount and turn it clockwise until it locks in place. Do not press the lens release on the mount adaptor while mounting the lens as it will not couple ...
  • Page 20 Hold the camcorder’s face downward to prevent the dust from resettling in the camcorder.  Do not apply a mechanical shock to the camcorder during cleaning.  If you cannot clean the image sensor by the above procedure, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized  Sony service facility.
  • Page 21 With LA-EA1, LA-EA3, autofocus speed with an A-mount lens attached will be slower compared to an E-mount lens. (When an A-mount lens is attached, the autofocus speed will be about 2 seconds to 7 seconds, when shooting under Sony measurement condition. The speed may vary depending on the subject, ambient light, etc.) LA-EA1 and LA-EA2 are sold separately.

  • Page 22: Step 5: Turning The Power On, And Setting The Date And Time

    Step 5: Turning the power on, and setting the date and time Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. POWER switch Select the desired language, then touch [Next]. Touch the button on the LCD screen Select the desired geographical area with , then touch [Next].

  • Page 23: Changing The Language Setting

    Set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time], then touch [Next]. If you set [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] to [On], the clock advances 1 hour.  Select the date format, then touch [Next]. Select the date and time, touch to set the value, then touch [Next] ...

  • Page 24: Step 6: Making Setting Adjustments Before Recording

    Step 6: Making setting adjustments before recording The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle ().  Max. 90 degrees Eye sensor  Max. 180 degrees  Max. 90 degrees Tips ...

  • Page 25: The Viewfinder

    about 4 sec after The display becomes dark after a certain period when you use the viewfinder. The viewfinder When you record while viewing through the viewfinder, keep your eye close to the viewfinder, while the LCD screen is closed. If the indications in the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder.

  • Page 26: Step 7: Inserting A Memory Card

    Step 7: Inserting a memory card Access lamp Note the direction of notched corner. Open the cover, and insert the memory card with the notched edge in the direction as illustrated until it clicks. The [Preparing image database file. Please wait.] screen appears if you insert a new memory card.
  • Page 27 Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder SD Speed Class Capacity (operation Described in this verified) manual “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media (Mark2) 32 GB “Memory Stick PRO- “Memory Stick PRO — HG Duo” media Duo” media “Memory Stick XC- HG Duo”...

  • Page 28: Recording/Playback

    Recording/Playback Recording In the default setting, movies are recorded with high definition image quality (HD). Fasten the grip belt. To remove the lens cap, push the sliders on both sides of the cap. Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. Your camcorder is turned on.

  • Page 29: Recording Movies

    Recording movies (Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When recording a photo START/STOP [STBY]  [REC] button MODE button  Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) lamp.  Press START/STOP to start recording. The recording lamp lights up during recording (p. 111). To stop recording, press START/STOP again.

  • Page 30: Shooting Photos

    The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel  display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [Guide Frame] to [On] (p.
  • Page 31 (MENU)  [Image Quality/Size]  [ Image Size]  a To change the image size, touch  desired setting  When [APS-C Size Capture] is set to [Auto], the recordable image size depends on the lens you use  (p. 79). You cannot record photos while is displayed.

  • Page 32: Playback On The Camcorder

    Playback. on.the.camcorder Tips  The camcorder displays recorded images as an event automatically based on the date and time.  Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. Your camcorder is turned on. Press (View Images). The Event View screen appears after some seconds. Touch to select the desired event ().
  • Page 33 Touch an image you want to view. Touch  to select the image type to be displayed in the index from [ MOVIE] (movies only), [ PHOTO] (photos only), or [ MOVIE/PHOTO] (movies and photos mixed).  To go back to the Event View screen ...

  • Page 34: Operating The Camcorder While Playing A Movie

    Operating the camcorder while playing a movie You can use the functions shown in the figure below while the camcorder is playing a movie. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ MOVIE/PHOTO] (the default setting) or [ MOVIE] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen.

  • Page 35: Viewing Photos

    Viewing photos You can use the functions shown in the figure below while you are viewing photos. The figure below will be displayed when you select [ PHOTO] by touching the Switch Image Type button on the Event Index screen. Playback zoom Delete Context...

  • Page 36: Playing Images On A Tv

    Playing images on a TV List of connection Connecting to a high definition TV When the recording quality is high Connection methods and the image definition image quality (HD), the movies quality (high definition (HD) or standard are played back in high definition image definition (STD)) viewed on the TV screen quality (HD).
  • Page 37 Do not connect the camcorder HDMI OUT  jack to an external device HDMI OUT jack, as malfunction may result. When the connected device is compatible  with 5.1ch surround sound, high definition Component A/V Cable (supplied) image quality (HD) movies are output in (Green) Y 5.1ch surround sound automatically.
  • Page 38 Tips  If you connect your camcorder to the TV using  more than one type of cable to output images, the order of priority of the TV input jacks is as follows: HDMI  component  S VIDEO  video HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ...

  • Page 39: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Useful functions for Adjusting the zoom with the zoom lever recording movies and photos Adjust the magnification with the zoom lever. Move the zoom lever slightly for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Adjusting the zoom by the zoom ring Optical power zoom You can enlarge the image without...

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Focus Manually

    The zoom speed range differs depending  on the power zoom lens you use. The speed may not change or drive sound may be heard loudly depending on the combination of lens and [Zoom Speed] setting. Trial shooting is suggested before actual shooting. Adjusting the focus manually If the lens has a focusing ring, you can adjust the focus manually by turning it to...

  • Page 41: Using The Expanded Focus

    Selecting high definition image mark shows the location of the quality (HD) or standard image image sensor . When you measure the quality (STD) exact distance between the camcorder and the subject, refer to the position of the line. You can select the desired image quality The distance from the lens contact surface from the high definition image quality to the image sensor is about 18 mm (23/32...

  • Page 42: Selecting The Recording Mode

    Recording modes and the media Selecting the recording mode Types of media that images can be saved You can switch the recording mode to on will depend on the recording mode select the movie quality when recording selected. high definition image quality (HD) movies For details on a save operation using the ([Standard ] is the default setting).

  • Page 43: Using The Tracking Focus Function

    The recording mode of the standard image If you want to track a face, set the [Face   quality (STD) is limited to the following value. Detection] setting to other than [Off] ([Auto] is [Standard ] (STD 9M (HQ)) the default setting).

  • Page 44: Recording In Mirror Mode

    Low angles Tips   (START/STOP button on the grip) You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch  Surround] ( ) or [2ch Stereo] ( ([Audio Mode], p. 75). You can create a disc, which contains the movies  recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software “PlayMemories Home.

  • Page 45: Setting The Zebra Pattern

    [One Push] procedure to readjust the white Indoor () balance. The white balance is appropriately adjusted You can adjust the white balance B-A (blue to  for the following recording conditions: amber), or G-M (green to magenta) by touching  Indoors [OPTION].

  • Page 46: Setting Peaking

    Setting Peaking You can display an image on the screen with its outlines enhanced. This function helps you to adjust the focus. Press PEAKING. PEAKING button Pressing PEAKING repeatedly toggles between On/Off. When [On] is selected, appears. You can also set the following from the menu (p.

  • Page 47: Adjusting Manually

    Adjusting manually Press IRIS  to set the mode to  manual. Pressing IRIS  switches the setting Controlling the image settings mode between automatic and manual. manually with the MANUAL dial Use the MANUAL dial  on the camcorder for a variety of manual adjustments.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Shutter Speed

    This is handy for making the background To adjust the Shutter Speed  blurred or sharp. automatically Press SHUTTER SPEED  again. Adjusting the Shutter Speed appears next to the Shutter Speed value. Steps to configure Shutter Speed priority Adjusting the Gain (ISO) exposure are described here.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Exposure

    To return to automatic adjustment Adjusting Exposure mode The following explanation is an example Press MANUAL once again. appears next for when [Exposure] is assigned to the to the values of [IRIS], [Shutter Speed] and MANUAL  (default). [Gain (ISO)], and highlighting is canceled. Items you can assign to the MANUAL Press MANUAL ...

  • Page 50: Advanced Manual Operation

    Advanced manual operation You can set the brightness of the movies you want to shoot by using IRIS, Shutter Speed and Gain (ISO). You can adjust the setting value using The following explanation is an example for the MANUAL dial  when the setting when IRIS is set to manual.

  • Page 51: Making Good Use Of Your Camcorder

    Making good use of your camcorder Deleting movies and photos You can free media space by deleting  Touch and display the mark movies and photos from memory card. on the movies or photos to be  Notes deleted. You cannot restore images once they are ...

  • Page 52: Protecting Recorded Movies And Photos (Protect)

    To undo the protection of movies and Protecting recorded movies and photos photos (Protect) Touch the movie or photo marked with Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting in step 4. them by mistake. disappears.  will be displayed on the protected To protect all movies/photos in an images.

  • Page 53: Capturing A Photo From A Movie (Nex-Vg900 Only)

     Touch to adjust the  Touch , then touch at the dividing point with more point where you want to capture precision. a photo. The movie pauses.  Touch to adjust the capturing point with more precision. Returns to the beginning of the selected movie ...

  • Page 54: Saving Movies And Photos With A Computer

    Disc type Choosing a method Player  Importing movies and Blu-ray disc playback photos to a computer (p. 56) devices (a Sony Blu-ray disc  player, PlayStation  3, etc.)  Creating a Blu-ray disc* To save images on...
  • Page 55  Notes Always maintain your PlayStation 3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation 3 system software.    The PlayStation 3 may not be available in some countries/regions.  ...

  • Page 56: Importing Movies And Photos To A Computer

    Importing movies and Click [Import]. photos to a computer Refer to “PlayMemories Home Help  Guide” for details. Movies and photos recorded on your camcorder can be imported to a computer. Turn on the computer beforehand.  Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall ...

  • Page 57: Saving Images On A Disc

    Saving images on a definition (STD) when saving the movie on the disc. disc To add movies to the previously selected  ones, select the movies in the main window and drag and drop onto the You can select movies that have been window for selecting movies.
  • Page 58 Creating a Blu-ray disc You can create a Blu-ray disc with a high definition image quality (HD) movie previously imported to a computer (p. 56). To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software for “PlayMemories Home” must be installed. Click [BD Add-on Software] on the installation screen of “PlayMemories Home, ”...

  • Page 59: Saving Images With An External Device

    Saving images with an external device Dubbing guide You can select the method for saving high definition image quality (HD) movies using an external device. External devices Connecting cable Page External media device USB Adaptor Cable Saving images on an external VMC-UAM1 (sold media device with high separately)

  • Page 60: Saving Images On An External Media Device

    You can save movies and photos on an For details on available external media devices,  external media device (USB storage go to the Sony support website in your devices), such as an external hard disk country/region. drive. You can also play back images on the camcorder or another playback device.

  • Page 61: Saving Desired Movies And Photos

     Notes The number of scenes you can save on the Connect the external media  external media device are as follows. However, device to the camcorder and even if the external media device has free space, touch [Copy.] on the camcorder you cannot save scenes exceeding the following screen.

  • Page 62: Playing Back Images In The External Media Device On The Camcorder

    To perform [Direct Copy] manually  When you selected [Multiple You can perform [Direct Copy] manually Images], touch the image to be while the camcorder is connected to an saved. external media device.  Touch (MENU)  [Edit/Copy] appears.  [Direct Copy] on the [Event View] screen of the external media device.

  • Page 63: Creating A Standard Definition Image Quality (Std) Disc With A Recorder, Etc

    A/V Remote Connector Creating a standard definition image quality (STD) disc with a recorder, etc. You can copy images played back on your camcorder to a disc or video cassette, Input by connecting your camcorder to a disc S VIDEO recorder, etc., with the A/V connecting cable.
  • Page 64 Connect your camcorder to the recording device (a disc recorder, etc.) with the A/V connecting cable  (supplied) or an A/V connecting cable with S VIDEO  (sold separately). Connect your camcorder to the input jacks  of the recording device. Start playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device.

  • Page 65: Customizing Your Camcorder

    Customizing your camcorder Using menus You can enjoy using your camcorder more by making good use of menu operations. The camcorder has various menu items under each of 6 menu categories. Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode)  p. 70 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) ...

  • Page 66: Menu Lists

    Menu lists Shooting Mode Records movies. Movie Shoots photos. Photo Camera/Mic Manual Settings) Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected Spot Meter/Fcs subject simultaneously. Adjusts and fixes the exposure to the subject, so Spot Meter that it is recorded at a suitable brightness. Focuses on a subject you touch on the screen.
  • Page 67 Flash) Sets how the flash is activated when shooting Flash photos. Sets the brightness of flash. Flash Level Prevents redeye when shooting with flash. Red Eye Reduction Microphone) Sets wind noise reduction of the internal Wind Noise Reduct. microphone. Changes the recording sound format. Audio Mode Adjusts the audio level when recording.
  • Page 68 Edit/Copy Deletes movies or photos. Delete Protects movies or photos to avoid deleting. Protect Selects and copies movies or photos to external Copy media. Copies any images that have not been stored to Direct Copy external media. Setup Media Settings) Displays information on the recording media, Media Info such as free space.
  • Page 69 Sets whether or not to record images when there Shooting w/o Lens is no lens. Enables/disables use of the supplied Wireless Remote Ctrl Remote Commander. Sets your camcorder to turn off automatically. A. Shut Off Selects the language to be used on the LCD screen. Language Setting Shoots 24p movies on a PAL-based system.

  • Page 70: Shooting Mode (Items For Selecting A Shooting Mode)

    Camera/Mic Shooting Mode (Items for customized (Items for selecting a shooting shooting) mode) See “Using menus” (p. 65) on the operation. See “Using menus” (p. 65) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . The default settings are marked with . Spot Meter/Fcs (Spot meter/ Movie focus)
  • Page 71 Touch the subject of which you want to Tips  You can also adjust manually by using the adjust the exposure.  MANUAL dial (p. 47). To return the setting to automatic exposure, touch [Auto]. AE Shift  Notes [Exposure] is automatically set to [Manual]. ...
  • Page 72 Self-Timer (Soft High-key) Creates an image with the indicated Press PHOTO to start the count down. A atmosphere: bright, transparent, ethereal, tender, soft. photo is recorded after about 10 seconds. (Partial Color)  Off Creates an image which retains a specific Cancels the self-timer.
  • Page 73 Set [ SteadyShot] to [Off] ( ) when AF Mode using a tripod (sold separately), then the image becomes natural. Selects the focus method when PHOTO is pressed.  On This item is available in still image The SteadyShot function is used. recording mode only.
  • Page 74 Tips  Phase Detection AF For better face detection performance, shoot the  subject(s) under the following conditions: Enhances autofocus speed by the Phase Shoot in a sufficiently bright place  Detection AF function. The subject(s) does not wear glasses, a hat ...
  • Page 75 Tips with Red Eye Reduction. For the compatibility  We recommend that you use headphones to of a particular flash unit, consult your Sony  check the level when adjusting the setting. dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Set a lower level to naturally capture continuous ...
  • Page 76  Tips Notes  Positioning the subject at the cross point of the The outlines of the recorded images to the   guide frame makes a balanced composition. media are not enhanced. The outer frame of [Guide Frame] shows the ...
  • Page 77 If you perform AF fine adjustment with a lens  level move. of other manufacturers, the adjustment values of Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta lenses may be affected. Do not use this function with any lens of other manufacturers. You cannot individually perform AF fine ...

  • Page 78: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Zoom Speed You can set digital zoom On/Off. Note You can change the zoom speed. that image quality decreases when you use  Variable digital zoom. Zoom speed is changed according to how far the zoom lever is pressed. Fixed Zoom speed is constant regardless of how far the zoom lever is pressed.

  • Page 79: Image Quality/Size (Items For Setting Up Image Quality Or Size)

    Image Quality/Size Activate [24p Mode] when you shoot 24p  movies on a PAL-based model (NEX-VG900E). (Items for setting up image Tips  quality or size) Frame rate means the number of images that  are updated in a certain period of time. See “Using menus”...

  • Page 80: Edit/Copy (Items For Editing)

    APS-C-sized mode Edit/Copy  10.3M ( )3,936 × 2,624 (Items for editing) 8.7M ( )3,936 × 2,216 See “Using menus” (p. 65) on the operation. 4.6M ( )2,640 × 1,760 Delete 3.9M ( )2,640 × 1,488 See page 51. 2.0M ( )1,728 ×...

  • Page 81: Setup (Other Setup Items)

    Setup Repair Img. DB F. (Other setup items) See page 91, 94. See “Using menus” (p. 65) on the operation. File Number The default settings are marked with . You can select the way to assign file number of photos. Media Info ...
  • Page 82 Camera Data TV Type Movie You need to convert the signal depending on the TV connected when playing back movies and photos. The recorded movies and photos are played back as following illustrations.  16:9 Select this to view your movies on a 16:9 Photo (wide) TV.
  • Page 83 Component Output 1080i/480i (NEX-VG900) 1080i/576i (NEX-VG900E) Select [Component] when connecting your Outputs high definition image quality (HD) camcorder to a TV with the component in 1080i signal, or standard definition image input jack. quality (STD) in 480i (NEX-VG900)/576i (NEX-VG900E) signal. 1080p/480i (NEX-VG900) 720p/480p (NEX-VG900) 1080p/576i (NEX-VG900E)
  • Page 84 USB Connect Setting Beep You can set the USB transfer mode for  On connecting the camcorder to a computer or A melody sounds when you start/stop recording, or operate the touch panel. other USB device.  Auto Cancels the melody. The camcorder automatically selects the USB transfer mode depending on the connected device.
  • Page 85 You can set the duration of displaying the Enable icons or indicators on the LCD screen. Allows you to use non-Sony E-mount lenses and mount adaptors.  Auto Displays for about 3 seconds. The rec...
  • Page 86  Notes Language Setting You should update only when using the AC  Adaptor. Otherwise, we recommend using a You can select the language to be used on fully charged battery. the LCD screen. The version of the lens may not be displayed in ...

  • Page 87: Additional Information

    Leave your camcorder with the power of your camcorder on. Turn off your camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave  Contact your Sony dealer or local the camcorder there for a while, then turn on authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 88 (p. 15). If the problem persists, The buttons do not appear on the touch disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall panel. outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. Touch the LCD screen lightly. ...
  • Page 89 No display on the LCD screen although it Check the dedicated support web site or consult is open. your local authorized Sony service facility on If the eye sensor switches to the viewfinder,  compatible lenses.
  • Page 90 The temperature of your camcorder is  Fuzzy white circular spots appear on extremely low. Turn off your camcorder and images shot using a flash. take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder. Particles (dust, pollen, etc.) in the air reflected ...
  • Page 91 Settings)]  [Repair Img. DB F.]. If it still The corners of the image are dark. appears, delete the image with (p. 51). Remove the filter or hood. Depending on the  thickness of the filter or improper attachment No sound or only a quiet sound is heard of the hood, the filter or the hood may during playback.
  • Page 92 A photo cannot be captured from a movie Black bands appear at the top and bottom (NEX-VG900). of the screen of the 4:3 TV. The memory card where you want to save This happens when viewing an image recorded  ...

  • Page 93: Self-Diagnosis Display/Warning Indicators

    No memory card is inserted (p. 27).  have tried to fix a couple of times, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Fast flashing There are not enough free spaces for recording service facility. In this case, when you ...

  • Page 94: Recording Media

    The external media device is not formatted  Inconsistencies found in the image correctly. database file. Back up and recover. Recover, then import using the included (Warning indicator pertaining to PC software. camera-shake warning) Since the database information of high ...
  • Page 95 You cannot create folders exceeding  When attaching a non-Sony E-mount lens or  999MSDCF. You cannot create or delete mount adaptor, set [Shooting w/o Lens] to created folders using your camcorder.

  • Page 96: Playing Time

    The recording and playback time will be   Notes shorter when you use your camcorder in low When using Sony memory card.  temperatures. The recordable time may vary depending on the  The recording and playback time will be shorter ...

  • Page 97: Expected Number Of Recordable Photos

    24.0M] 2,640 dots  1,760 dots/3:2  (full size), [ 10.3M] (APS-C size). 2,640 dots  1,488 dots/16:9 When using Sony memory card. APS-C size:  The selected image size is effective when the 3,936 dots  2,624 dots/3:2 ...

  • Page 98: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder System Used in NTSC Bahama Islands, Bolivia, abroad Canada, Central America, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Power supply Guyana, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Peru, Surinam, You can use your camcorder in any Taiwan, the Philippines, the countries/regions using the AC Adaptor USA, Venezuela, etc.
  • Page 99 Setting to the local time You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time difference when using your (MENU)  [Setup]  [ Clock Settings)]  [Date & camcorder abroad. Touch Time Setting]  [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] and (MENU) ...

  • Page 100: Maintenance And Precautions

    Maintenance and Damaged or lost data may occur in the  following cases (the data will not be precautions compensated for): If you eject the memory card, or turn off your  camcorder while your camcorder is reading About the AVCHD format or writing image files on the memory card (while the access lamp is lit or flashing) What is the AVCHD format?

  • Page 101: About The "Infolithium" Battery Pack

    If you cannot use memory cards that have been To use the battery pack effectively  used with another device, format it with your Battery pack performance decreases when the  camcorder (p. 81). Note that formatting erases ambient temperature is 10 C (50 °F) or below, ...

  • Page 102: About Handling Of Your Camcorder

    Note on moisture condensation  checked by a Sony dealer before operating it Moisture may condense when you bring your any further. camcorder from a cold place into a warm place Avoid rough handling, disassembling, ...
  • Page 103 You bring your camcorder from an air   (MENU)  [Setup]  conditioned car or room into a hot place General Settings)]  [Calibration]. outside. You use your camcorder after a squall or a  shower. You use your camcorder in a hot and humid ...

  • Page 104: Rechargeable Battery

    On charging the pre-installed rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a pre-installed rechargeable battery to retain the date, time, and other settings even when the LCD screen is closed. The pre- installed rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor or while the battery pack is attached.
  • Page 105 AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE “InfoLITHIUM” is a trademark of Sony  PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER Corporation. USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  REMUNERATION TO Blu-ray Disc and Blu-ray are trademarks of ...
  • Page 106 URL to download it. When downloading the source code, select NEX-VG900 as the model for your camcorder. http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Please read the files in the “LICENSE” folder on the CD-ROM.

  • Page 107: Quick Reference

    Quick reference Screen indicators Right Indicator Meaning Recording image quality Center (HD/STD), frame rate Left Right (60p/60i/24p), (50p/50i/ 25p) and recording mode (PS/FX/FH/HQ/LP) (42) Remaining battery Digital zoom (39, 78) 2.0 Optical zoom (39) Drive Mode (72) Bottom RAW/JPEG (80) Left Recording/playback/ Indicator...
  • Page 108 Bottom Indicator Meaning View Images button (32) Wind Noise Reduct. (75) Audio Mode (75) Audio Rec Level (75) Audio Level Display (77) AE Shift (71) Exposure Auto (50)/ Exposure Manual (50) IRIS (47) 12dB Gain (48) ISO200 ISO (48) 4000 Shutter Speed (48) Slide show button Data file name (35)

  • Page 109: Parts And Controls

    Eye sensor (p. 84) For details on compatible accessories of the  Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 25) multi interface shoe, visit the Sony web site in  PHOTO button (p. 30) your area, or consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
  • Page 110   Microphone (p. 43) Memory card access lamp (p. 26) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the  Hook for shoulder strap camcorder is reading or writing data.  IRIS button (p. 47)  Memory card slot (p. 26) ...
  • Page 111   DC IN jack (p. 15) Camera recording lamp The lamp flashes when the remaining   (headphones) jack recording media capacity or battery power Use stereo minijack headphones. is low.  A/V Remote Connector (p. 36) Point the Wireless Remote Commander This terminal is to interface your camcorder (p.

  • Page 112: Wireless Remote Commander

     /ENTER buttons     When you press any of these buttons, the light Wireless Remote Commander blue frame appears on the LCD screen. Select a desired button or an item with     then press ENTER to enter. ...
  • Page 113 Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 114: Index

    Index Clock Set ........22 Symbols Color Temp........45 1080i/480i ........83 Image quality .......41 Component .........83 1080i/576i ........83 Image Quality/Size .....79 Connection ........36 1080p/480p ........83 Image Size ........79 Copy ..........60 1080p/576p ........83 Indoor ..........45 Creating a disc ......54 24p Mode ........86 “InfoLITHIUM”...
  • Page 115 Photo Capture ......53 Photos ........30, 35 Tripod.........111 Picture Effect .......71 Troubleshooting ......87 Playing..........32 Turning the power on ....22 Playing AVCHD disc....57 TV ..........36 PlayMemories Home Help Guide TV color systems ......98 ............2 TV Type ........82 Power on ........22 Precautions ........100 PROGRAM AE ......47 USB Connect .......56 Protect ..........52...
  • Page 116 Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/...

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