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Click "Handycam" Handbook NEX-VG20/VG20H Table of Contents Search image Index 2011 Sony Corporation 4-291-375-11(1) US - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 2
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 "PMB Help" that is the Help of the supplied "PMB (Picture Motion Browser)" software. Searching for information quickly Click - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 3
Black points White, red, blue or green points Viewfinder LCD Screen Lens (NEX-VG20H) Lens hood (NEX-VG20H) Built-in microphone 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 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 4
[Format] by touching (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Media Settings)] [Format] . Notes on optional accessories We recommend using genuine Sony accessories. Genuine Sony accessories may not be available in some countries/regions. About this manual, illustrations and on-screen displays The - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 5
Table of Contents Search image In this manual, the DVD disc recorded with high definition image quality (HD) is called AVCHD recording disc. Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. Notes on use Do not do any of the following. - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 6
by Sony. The E-mount lens supplied with the NEX-VG20H has an optical camera-shake compensation mechanism (Active mode), and can also zoom up to 11 times. Using a Mount Adaptor (sold separately) enables you to use α lenses (A-mount lenses) as well. You can choose the right lens for the recording - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 7
Table of Contents Defocusing the background (46) Adjusting the color (72) Focusing manually (41) In better brightness (73) Search image Shooting like film image (80) Shooting when holding the camcorder by hand Preventing camera shake (76) Following a moving subject (75) Index Shooting - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 8
of Contents Recording the sound clearly Recording the surround sound (44) Shooting landscapes Recording the loud noise naturally (78) The sky in vivid colors (73) Shooting clear still images Keeping your shot level (78) The same scene with different brightness (75) Capturing the best moment - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 9
12 All models 12 NEX-VG20H 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 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 10
45 Adjusting manually 46 Controlling the image settings manually with the MANUAL dial 46 Adjusting the IRIS 46 Adjusting the Shutter Speed 47 Adjusting Exposure 47 Advanced manual operation 48 Making good use of your camcorder 50 Deleting movies and photos 50 Protecting recorded movies and - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 11
Troubleshooting 88 Self-diagnosis display/Warning indicators 94 Recording time of movies/number of recordable photos 97 Expected time of recording and playback with each battery pack 97 Expected recording time of movies 97 Expected number of recordable photos 98 Using your camcorder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 12
. All models This camcorder (1) Body cap (attached to camcorder NEX- VG20; supplied but not attached to other models) (1) (p. 18) USB cable (1) (p. 61) Wireless Remote Commander (RMT835) (1) (p. 113) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack (NP-FV70 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 13
Table of Contents Search image NEX-VG20H Zoom lens (E 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 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 14
the supplied accessories Attaching the lens See page 18 for information on attaching the lens. The NEX-VG20 does not come with the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens. Please use appropriate lenses (sold separately). For NEX-VG20H models, the lens is attached to the camcorder at the time of purchase - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 15
POWER switch to OFF (the default setting). 2 Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 16
in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C (50 °F to 86 °F). Tips See page 97 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper right on the LCD screen. To remove the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 17
the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminal with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. Note on the power cord (Mains lead) The power cord (Mains lead) is designed specifically for use with this camcorder only, and should not be used with other electrical equipment. US 17 Index - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 18
4: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach a lens using the E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens that comes with NEX-VG20H (the lens is attached to the camcorder at the time of purchase). If you use another lens, refer to the instruction manual supplied with that lens. Front lens cap Zoom - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 19
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 put the lens on straight. Mounting indexes (white) Notes When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button. Do not use - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 20
cap clockwise. Before you attach caps, remove dust from them. Align the marks. Notes When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camcorder body and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may appear on the image, depending on the shooting - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 21
Search image If dust or debris adheres on the image sensor Turn off the camcorder and detach the lens. Clean the image sensor and the surrounding area using a blower (sold separately), and then reattach the lens. Notes Do not use a spray blower because it may scatter water droplets inside the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 22
have limited functionality. Check the dedicated support web site or consult your local authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. The sound of the lens and the camera in operation may be recorded during movie recording. You can avoid this by setting Audio Rec Level to minimum. Touch - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 23
the button on the LCD screen 3 Select the desired geographical area with / , then touch [Next]. To set the date and time again, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Clock Settings)] [Date & Time Setting] [Date & Time]. When an item is not on the screen, touch / until the item appears. US 23 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 24
set the clock for the first time. The clock starts. Notes The date and time does not appear during recording, but they are automatically recorded Movie) lamp flashes for a few seconds and the camcorder is turned off. Changing the language setting You can change the on-screen displays to show - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 25
of Contents Step 6: Making setting adjustments before recording The LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle opening or closing the LCD screen. FINDER/LCD enables you to use the viewfinder without closing the LCD panel, so you can operate buttons - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 26
screen so that you can use items. about 4 sec after The viewfinder When you record while viewing through the viewfinder, close the LCD panel, or press FINDER/LCD (p. 111). If the indications in the viewfinder appear blurred, adjust the viewfinder lens adjustment lever located beneath the viewfinder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 27
Contents Search image If the image is not clear in the viewfinder If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large eyecup. To attach the large eyecup, stretch it slightly and align it with the eyecup groove in the viewfinder. You can attach - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 28
the memory card in the wrong direction, the memory card, memory card slot, or image data may be damaged. Do not open the cover during recording. When inserting or ejecting the memory card, be careful so that the memory card does not pop out and drop. To eject the memory card - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 29
card - Class 4 or faster Described in this manual "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media SD card Operation with all memory cards is not assured. "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media, half the size of "Memory Stick", or standard size SD cards can be used for this camcorder. Do not attach a label or the like - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 30
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 both sides of the cap. 3 Slide the POWER switch to ON while pressing the green button. Your camcorder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 31
remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p. 28) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing The camcorder does not have a power zoom function. Hold the lens with your left hand to support the camera during recording (when you do not use a tripod - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 32
compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [Guide Frame] to [On] (p. 78), and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide. Data code during recording The recording date, time and condition are recorded automatically on the memory card. They are not displayed - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 33
To change the image size, touch desired setting . You cannot record photos while (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ is displayed. Image Size] a Table of Contents Search image Index US 33 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 34
camcorder is turned on. 2 Press (View Images). The Event View screen appears after some seconds. 3 Touch / to select the desired event (). Search image Index To the MENU screen Events / : To the previous/next event Event name Change to the movie/photo recording mode Time - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 35
View screen / : Displays the previous/next page (Touching and holding the button scrolls the index screen.) Change to the movie/photo recording mode Event title Total time of movies in the Event (The total number of still images is displayed when there are still images only) Switch Image - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 36
10 times about 30 times about 60 times. The recording date, time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically during recording. This information is not displayed during recording, but you can display it during playback by touching (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Playback Settings)] [Data - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 37
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. Delete Context Previous Tips To repeat Slideshow, touch [Slideshow Set]. Next To start/stop slide show Search image Index - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 38
. Refer to the instruction manuals of the TV. 2 Connect the camcorder to a TV. Use the supplied AC Adaptor as the power source (p. 16). 3 Play a movie or a photo on the camcorder (p. 34). Connecting to a non-high-definition 16:9 (wide) or 4:3 TV When movies are recorded with high definition - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 39
16:9 signal, record movies with 4:3 aspect ratio. Touch (MENU) [Image Quality/Size] [ Wide Mode] [4:3] (p. 81). When the A/V connecting cable is used to output movies, movies are output with standard definition image quality (STD). Tips If you connect your camcorder to the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 40
some operations you cannot do with the remote commander. To set your camcorder, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Connection)] [CTRL FOR HDMI] [On] (the default setting) . Also set your TV accordingly. Refer to the instruction manual of the TV for details. The operation of "BRAVIA - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 41
the focus manually If the lens has a focusing ring, you can adjust the focus manually by turning it to the right or left. Press FOCUS to set focusing mode to manual. appears on the LCD screen in manual focusing mode. FOCUS button Use this function in the following cases. To record a subject - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 42
of the lens E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS, supplied with NEX-VG20H is 0.3 m (11 7/8 in.) (Wide end) - 0.5 m (19 3/4 in.) (Telephoto end). Tips Pressing FOCUS switches [Auto] [DMF]* [Manual]. * Photos only Fine-tune manually after auto focus adjustment (Direct Manual Focus). Using the expanded - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 43
a save operation using the external devices, see page 61. Types of media Recording mode PS* FX FH/ HQ/LP On this camcorder Memory card On external devices External media (USB storage devices) Blu-ray discs AVCHD recording discs -- * [PS] can be set only when [ Frame Rate] is set to [60p - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 44
converted to 2ch. Tips You can select the recording sound from [5.1ch Surround] ( ) or [2ch Stereo] ( ) ([Audio Mode], p. 78). You can create a disc, which contains the movies recorded on your camcorder, on a computer using the supplied software "PMB." If you play the disc on a 5.1ch - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 45
Table of Contents Search image Recording in mirror mode 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 recorded. This picture is not displayed - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 46
(ISO), Shutter Speed and Exposure to [Auto]. Press IRIS to set the mode to manual. Tips Press IRIS again to adjust the IRIS automatically. appears next to the aperture value. The aperture value adjustment range you can set will vary depending on the lens you use. With some lenses, the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 47
second and 1/4000 second in photo mode. It is difficult to focus automatically at a lower Shutter Speed. 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 have horizontal - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 48
the MANUAL [Exposure] [Gain(ISO)] Movie mode: Gain Photo mode: ISO [IRIS] [Shutter Speed] [AE Shift] [White Balance Shift] To assign the menu item to the MANUAL button Press and hold MANUAL down for a few seconds. The [MANUAL Button] setting screen appears. useful when adjusting - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 49
can use full manual mode when you set all of IRIS, Shutter Speed and Gain (ISO) to manual. The relationship between the three modes [Exposure] auto ( ) [Exposure] manual ( ) Full manual [Exposure], [Spot Meter] set to manual/ auto. When all of IRIS, Shutter Speed, Gain (ISO) is set to manual - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 50
Tips You can delete the image using on the playback screen. To delete all images recorded in the memory card, and recover all the recordable space of the media, format the media (p. 82). Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 51
Table of Contents Protecting recorded movies and photos (Protect) Protect movies and photos to avoid deleting them by mistake. will be and photos Touch the movie or photo marked with in step 4. disappears. To protect all movies/photos in an event at one time In step 3, touch [Set All - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 52
increments. Only simple editing is available on the camcorder. Use the supplied software "PMB" for more advanced editing. Capturing a photo from a movie You can capture images from movies recorded with your camcorder. Touch [Photo Capture] that appears on the playback screen of a movie - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 53
definition image quality (HD) movies or photos recorded on your camcorder are described here. Select the method that Sony Blu-ray disc player, PlayStation3, etc.) Ordinary DVD playback devices (a DVD player, a computer that can play DVDs, etc.) * To create a Blu-ray disc, the BD Add-on Software - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 54
type DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL Features Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW Rewritable Notes Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation3 system software. The PlayStation3 may not be available in some countries/regions. Table of Contents Search image Index US 54 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 55
, then connect the camcorder to the computer using the USB cable (supplied). 3 Touch [Disc Burn] on the camcorder screen. 4 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Notes Movies and photos are not saved on the computer when you perform Disc Burn. Photos recorded in RAW format are - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 56
Table of Contents Search image Importing movies and photos to a computer 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 socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 57
and drop onto the window for selecting movies. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a disc. It may take a long time to create a disc. Playing an AVCHD recording disc on a computer You can play back AVCHD recording discs using "Player for AVCHD" that is installed together with "PMB - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 58
instructions. Connect your computer to the internet when you install [BD Add-on Software]. Copying a disc You can copy a recorded disc to another disc using Your computer must support the creation of Blu-ray discs. BD-R (unrewritable) and BD-RE (rewritable) media are available for creating - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 59
image quality (HD) images recorded should not be used in DVD players/ recorders. Because DVD players/recorders are not compatible with the AVCHD format, DVD players/ recorders may fail to eject the disc. The types of media on which images are saved Refer to "Recording modes and the media" on page 43 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 60
definition image quality (HD) AVCHD format playback devices, such as a Sony Blu-ray disc player or a PlayStation3. DVD disc with standard definition Notes Always maintain your PlayStation3 to use the latest version of the PlayStation3 system software. The PlayStation3 may not be available - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 61
Cable VMC-UAM1 may not be available in some countries/regions. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor (p. 16). Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media device. important data has not previously been saved on the external - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 62
yet been saved on external media device can be saved on the connected media device at this time. This operation is available only when there are newly recorded images. 6 After operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen. When connecting an external media device The images saved in - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 63
You can also view images on a TV connected to your camcorder (p. 38). You can play back the high definition image quality (HD) movies on your computer using [Player for AVCHD]. Start [Player for AVCHD], and select the drive where the external media device is connected with [Settings]. US 63 Index - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 64
to the instruction manuals supplied with the device to be connected. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adaptor for this operation (p. 16). Sony DVD writer may not be available in some countries/regions. Always maintain the firmware of the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 65
disc recorder, a Sony DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express, with the A/V connecting cable. Connect the device in either way of or . Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected. Notes Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 66
may deteriorate. You cannot copy images to recorders connected with an HDMI cable. To copy date/time information and camera data, touch (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Playback Settings)] [Data Code] a desired setting . When the screen size of display devices (TV, etc.) is 4:3, touch - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 67
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. 72 Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) p. 72 Image Quality/Size (Items for setting up image - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 68
Meter/Fcs Spot Meter Spot Focus Exposure Gain ISO AE Shift White Balance Shift ( Camera Settings) Cinematone Self-Timer Drive Mode AF Mode SteadyShot SteadyShot Auto Back Light MANUAL Button ( Face) Face Detection Records movies. 72 Shoots photos. 72 Adjusts the White Balance. 72 Adjusts the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 69
the value of iris, gain (ISO) and shutter 79 speed. Displays the audio level meter on the screen. 79 Adjusts the focus for the attached lens. 80 Sets the mode to record movies. 43 Sets the frame rate to record movies. 80 Sets image quality for recording, playback, or 42 editing movies - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 70
on the LCD screen. Turns off the recording lamp on the front of your 86 camcorder. Sets whether or not to record images when there 86 is no lens. Enables/disables use of the supplied Wireless 86 Remote Commander. Sets your camcorder to turn off automatically. 86 Selects the language - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 71
& Time Setting Date & Time Format Summer Time Date & Time Area Setting Adjusts the touch panel. 104 Displays the battery information. 87 Displays the version of your camcorder and lens. 87 Sets the [Date & Time], [Daylight savings], 87 [Summer Time], or [Date & Time Format]. Sets the [Date - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 72
Table of Contents Shooting Mode (Items for selecting a shooting mode) See "Using menus" (p. 67) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . Movie You can record movies. Photo You can shoot photos. Camera/Mic (Items for customized shooting) See "Using menus" (p. 67) on the operation. - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 73
framing white objects. While the camcorder is recording a movie, is grayed out and [One Push] cannot be set. Tips If you have changed the battery pack while [Auto] was selected, or taken your camcorder outdoors after inside use (or vice versa), aim your camcorder at a nearby white object for - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 74
Adjusts gain value (0 dB~30 dB) manually. Tips Noise increases at higher gain values. ISO Sets the luminous sensitivity for recording still images. Auto Your camcorder sets the appropriate ISO sensitivity according to the ambient light. Manual Fix to the ISO (100/200/400/800/1600/3200/6 400 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 75
appear bluish, and when it is set to higher value, images appear reddish. You can also adjust manually by using the MANUAL dial (p. 46). Cinematone The camcorder automatically adjusts the color of the movie to resemble the atmosphere of film camera images when recording a movie. Off Does not - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 76
motionless. Continuous ( ) The camcorder continues to focus while PHOTO is pressed and held halfway down. Use this when the subject is in motion. Notes In movie recording mode, the camcorder automatically focuses appropriately to record movies. In [Continuous] mode, the audio signals will not - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 77
your camcorder. The set value may not be effective depending on the connected flash (sold separately). Red Eye Reduction A flash (sold separately) strobes 2 or more times before shooting to reduce the red-eye phenomenon. This item is available in still image recording mode only. Off Does not use - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 78
Records sound in 2ch stereo. Audio Rec Level You can adjust the volume when recording. Reset Returns to the normal level. Tips We recommend that you use headphones to check the level when adjusting the setting. Set a guide for adjusting brightness. The zebra pattern will not be recorded with - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 79
Level You can select a peaking sensitivity from [High], [Middle] and [Low]. The default setting is [Middle]. Notes The outlines of the recorded images to the media are not enhanced. Tips You can focus more easily using this function in combination with the expanded focus function (p. 42 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 80
+20 for the attached lens. Clear All Clears the values of all the registered lenses. (Items for setting up image quality or size) See "Using menus" (p. 67) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . REC Mode See page 43. Frame Rate You can select the frame rate to be used to record - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 81
Contents Search image / Setting See page 42. Wide Mode When recording standard definition image quality (STD) movies, you can select the horizontal to vertical ratio according to the TV connected. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV. 16:9 WIDE Records movies to the full - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 82
page 51. Copy See page 62. Direct Copy See page 63. Setup (Other setup items) See "Using menus" (p. 67) on the operation. The default settings are marked with . Media Info You can check the remaining recordable time for each recording mode of the memory card for movies and the approximate free and - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 83
Code During playback, your camcorder displays the information (Date/Time, Camera Data) recorded automatically at the time of recording. Off Data code is not displayed. Date/Time Displays the date and time. Camera Data Displays camera setting data. Date/Time Photo SteadyShot off White Balance - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 84
back as shown below. Movies and photos Movies and photos recorded in 16:9 recorded in 4:3 mode (wide) mode Notes Horizontal to vertical ratio of high definition image quality (HD) movies is 16:9. When you connect your camcorder to a TV compatible with the ID-1/ID-2 system, set [TV Type] to [16 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 85
in the [MTP] mode, movie files will be displayed with the recorded date, however, some information, such as area information, included in the movie files cannot be displayed on the connected device. To import images from the camcorder to your computer, use the supplied "PMB" software. If the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 86
On The camera recording lamp lights up. Off The camera recording lamp does not light up. Shooting w/o Lens Sets whether or not the recording can be started when no lens is attached. Disable Recording starts only when a lens is attached. Enable Allows you to use non-Sony E-mount lenses and mount - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 87
when the firmware update of your camcorder was released. Note You should update only when using the AC Adaptor. Otherwise, we recommend using a fully charged battery. The version of the lens may not be displayed in any mode other than shooting mode. Date & Time Setting Area Setting You can - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 88
after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p. 111) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. socket). Connect it to the wall - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 89
too low, you may not be able to charge it (p. 102). Attach the battery pack to the camcorder correctly (p. 15). If the problem persists, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) and contact your Sony dealer. The battery pack may be damaged. The remaining battery time indicator - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 90
file format is not supported by your camcorder (p. 102). Recording Refer also to "Memory card" (p. 90). Pressing START/STOP or PHOTO does not record images. The playback screen is displayed. Press MODE to turn on the (Movie) or (Photo) lamp (p. 31). Your camcorder is recording the image you have - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 91
you press PHOTO halfway. Since the subject is too bright or too dark, it is beyond the available range of the camcorder. Adjust the setting again. The image is washed out (Flaring) Light glare appears on the image (Ghosting) This can occur when shooting backlit subjects. When using the zoom lens - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 92
type) when playing back on 2ch stereo devices. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with your playback device for details. Change the sound to 2ch when creating a disc using the supplied software "PMB." Record sound with [Audio Mode] set to [2ch Stereo] (p. 78). Playing back images stored on - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 93
record images using the outer frame of [Guide Frame] (p. 78) as a guide. The image appears distorted on the 4:3 TV. This happens when viewing an image recorded in the 16:9 (wide) mode on a 4:3 TV. Set "PMB" and restart your computer. The camcorder is not recognized by the computer. Disconnect - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 94
Sony service facility. In this case, when you contact them, give them all the numbers of the error code beginning with C or E. (Warning indicator pertaining to memory card) Slow flashing Free spaces for recording images are running out. For the type of memory card you can use with your camcorder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 95
media was not completed in time. You have performed recording and erasing operations repeatedly, or a memory card that has been formatted by other device is used. Copy and take data backup to other device (such as a computer), and then format the memory card on the camcorder (p. 82). The size - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 96
whether the contacts of the lens and camcorder are clean or not. When attaching a non-Sony E-mount lens or mount adaptor, set [Shooting w/o Lens] to [Enable]. This memory card may not be able to record or play movies. Use a memory card recommended for your camcorder (p. 29). This memory card - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 97
under the following conditions. [ REC Mode]: Standard (default setting) Using E 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens Typical recording time shows the time when you repeat recording start/stop, switching the MODE lamp, and zooming. Times measured when using the camcorder at 25 C (77 °F). 10 C to - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 98
this reduces the overall recording time. Expected number of recordable photos JPEG 2 GB 295 4 GB 590 8 GB 1150 16 GB 2400 32 GB 4800 RAW RAW & JPEG 105 80 215 155 440 320 880 640 1750 1250 When [ Image Size] is set to [ 16.0M]. When using Sony memory card. The selected - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 99
using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range. Viewing high definition image quality (HD) movies In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported, you can view the movies with the same high definition image quality (HD) as that of the recorded - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 100
to the local time by setting a time difference when using your camcorder abroad. Touch (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Clock Settings)] [Date & Time Setting] [Daylight Savings] or [Summer Time] and (MENU) [Setup] [ ( Clock Settings)] [Area Setting] (p. 87). World time difference Time-zone - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 101
Audio signal: Dolby Digital 2ch/5.1ch Recording media: Memory card * Data recorded in AVCHD format other than the above mentioned cannot be played on your camcorder other than the compliant size of memory card into the memory card slot. Doing so may cause a malfunction. Do not use or keep the - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 102
Memory Stick"media Recording/Playback "Memory Stick Duo" media - (with MagicGate) "Memory Stick PRO Duo" media (Mark2) "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media This product supports parallel data transfer. However, the transfer speed may differ, depending on the type of media you use. This - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 103
lens may be exposed to direct sunlight. This damages the inside of the viewfinder or LCD screen. Operate your camcorder on DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) or DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor). For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in these operating instructions. Do not let your camcorder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 104
. When not using your camcorder for a long time Be sure to attach the lens front cap when not using the camcorder. To keep your camcorder in optimum state for a long time, turn it on and let it run by recording and playing back images about once a month. Use up the battery pack completely - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 105
dirt or dust. To prevent mold, periodically clean the lens as described above. 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 preinstalled rechargeable - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 106
IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE "C Library," "zlib," and "libjpeg" software are provided in your camcorder. We provide this software based on license agreements with their owners of copyright - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 107
NEX-VG20 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. Read "license2.pdf " in the "License" folder on the CD-ROM. You will find licenses (in English) of "GPL," and "LGPL" software. To view the PDF, Adobe - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 108
/60i/24p) and recording mode (PS/FX/ FH/HQ/LP) (43) Remaining battery Zoom-bar Drive Mode (75) RAW/JPEG (81) Recording/playback/ editing media (28) Counter (hour:minute: second) Estimated recording remaining time Photo size (81) Approximate number of recordable photos and photo size Playback folder - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 109
ISO (74) Shutter Speed (47) Slide show button Data file name (37) Protected image (51) Flash (77) Flash Level (77) Red Eye Reduction (77) Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 110
image Viewfinder (26) Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (26) PHOTO button (32) (Movie)/ (Photo) lamps (31) Hook for shoulder strap MODE button (31) ON/OFF (power) switch (23) START/STOP button (31) BATT (battery) release lever (16) Accessory shoe Attach a gun microphone (sold - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 111
(34) DISPLAY button (25) SHUTTER SPEED button (47) FINDER/LCD button (25) PROGRAM AE button (46) Memory card access lamp (28) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Memory card slot (28) FOCUS button (41) Battery terminal (15) Index US 111 - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 112
the lens contacts. Lens lock pin Lens release button (20) Zoom lock switch (18) Lens hood (13) Lens (18) Zoom ring (41) Focusing ring (18) Camera recording lamp Point the Wireless Remote Commander (p. 113) towards the remote sensor to operate your camcorder. Remove the lens hood - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 113
date and time or camera setting data of the recorded images when you press this button during playback. PHOTO button (32) The on-screen image when you press this button will be recorded as a still image. Note [Single Shooting] is always set regardless [ Drive Mode] setting when using the PHOTO - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 114
in fire. When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Wireless Remote Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 115
/Size 80 Image Size 81 Indoor 72 "InfoLITHIUM" battery pack 102 IRIS 46 ISO 74 L Language Setting 24, 86 LCD Brightness 85 Lens 18 LP 43 M Maintenance 101 MANUAL Button 76 MANUAL dial 46 Media Info 82 Media Settings 28 "Memory Stick" media...... 29, 101 "Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo" media - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 116
indicators 94 Self-Timer 75 Setting the date and time...........23 Setup 82 Shooting Mode 72 Shooting w/o Lens 86 SHUTTER SPEED 46 Spot Focus 73 Spot Meter 73 Spot Meter/Fcs 73 SteadyShot (Movie 76 SteadyShot (Photo 76 SummerTime 87 T Tripod 112 Troubleshooting 88 Turning the power on - Sony NEX-VG20 | Handycam® Handbook - Page 117
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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