NEX-VG10 Camera Firmware Update version 03 (Mac)

Determine if Your Camera Needs the Update

This update only applies for NEX-VG10 cameras that currently have a firmware versions 01 or 02. If your camera firmware version is already Version 03, this update is not necessary.

Check the version of your camera firmware:

1. Power on the camera.
2. Press the Menu button.
3. At the "Menu" screen, use the Control Dial to select "Setup", and then press the Control Dial.
4. At the "Setup" screen, use the Control Dial to scroll to "Version", and then press the Control Dial.
5. The firmware version is displayed on the LCD screen.
   
   If the current firmware version is 03 or higher, the camera does not need this update.
6. Press the Control Dial to close the version number display.

Important Notes

• WARNING!!: This utility is only for use with the Sony® NEX-VG10 camera. Do not install this utility with any other model.
• WARNING!!: This Digital Camera firmware update and any changes incurred by it are permanent. It is not possible to return to a previous firmware version after updating this firmware. By continuing this update process and downloading and updating this firmware, you acknowledge that you are aware and understand that this update cannot be reversed.
• To use the auto focus function with Supported A-mount Lenses, you must also download and install a firmware update for the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter (Mount Adapter sold separately).
• This update process requires the following items for proper updating:
  • A computer with:
    • CPU: Intel® processor
    • Available Hard Disk Space: 200 MB or more
    • Installed Memory (RAM): 512 MB or more
    • A USB port.
    • Macintosh® OS X version 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7.
      Note: Versions 10.6 and 10.7 are not supported in 64-bit kernel mode. If your computer uses the 64-bit kernel by default, you can start up with the 32-bit kernel by holding down the 3 and 2 keys during startup.
  • Camera power supply:
    • When performing the firmware update, use a fully charged NP-FV70 or NP-FV100 (NP-FV100 sold separately) rechargeable battery pack, or the AC-PW10AM AC adaptor.
      WARNING!!: The camera may not operate properly if the power is interrupted during the update.
  • USB cable:
    • Use only the USB cable supplied with the camera.
      IMPORTANT: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

The SAM and SSM lenses support auto focus when used with the NEX camera and the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter (sold separately).
Note: This feature also requires a firmware update for the LA-EA1 Mount Adapter.

SAM Lenses

• DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM (SAL1855)
• DT 28-75mm F2.8 SAM (SAL2875)
• DT 55-200mm F4-5.6 SAM (SAL55200-2)
• DT 30mm F2.8 Macro SAM (SAL30M28)
• DT 35mm F1.8 SAM (SAL35F18)
• DT 50mm F1.8 SAM (SAL50F18)
• 85mm F2.8 SAM (SAL85F28)

SSM Lenses

• Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL1635Z)
• Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM (SAL2470Z)
• Distagon T* 24mm F2 ZA SSM (SAL24F20G)
• 70-200mm F2.8 G (SAL70200G)
• 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G SSM (SAL70300G)
• 70-400mm F4-5.6 G SSM (SAL70400G)
• 300mm F2.8 G (SAL300F28G)

• Auto Focus function doesn't work for continuous AF on movie mode or AF-C on still mode, but it does work for AF-S (single AF by Photo key half push).
• With an A-mount lens attached, the auto focus speed will be slower than when an E-mount lens is attached. It takes approximately 2 to 7 seconds (based on Sony�s measurement standard) and may vary depending on the subjects or brightness of the shooting environments.
• To prevent Auto Focus noise being recorded, Sony recommends using a stereo microphone (sold separately) with stereo-mini plug (e.g. ECM-CG50).