Sony J-H3 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEOCASSETTE COMPACT PLAYER

J-H1 J-H3

i.LINK INTERFACE BOARD

HKJ-101

OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition (Revised 1)

[English]

English

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

WARNING

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety . If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA

ONLY. If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.

Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin (NEMA 5-15P

Configuration) Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires Length Minimum 1.5m, Less than 2.5 m (8 ft. 3 in.) Rating Minimum 10A, 125V

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER

COUNTRIES.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /

Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance

Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

CAUTION

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as book case or built-in cabinet.

CAUTION

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

For the customers in the USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For the customers in Europe (for the J-H1 and J-H3)

This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN60065: Product Safety

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment(s): E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

For the customers in Europe (for the HKJ-101)

This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For customers in Canada (for the HKJ-101) This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-

003.

AVERTISSEMENT

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE. AVERTISSEMENT:

1. Utiliser le cordon d’alimentation approuvé (conducteur à

trois noyaux)/connecteur pour appareils approuvé / fiche avec contacts de mise à la terre approuvée, qui est conforme aux règles de sécurité de chaque pays, si applicable.

2. Utiliser un cordon d’alimentation (conducteur à trois

noyaux)/connecteur pour appareils/fiche avec contacts de mise à la terre conforme aux valeurs nominales correctes (tension, ampérage).

Pour toute question concernant l’emploi du cordon d’alimentation/connecteur pour appareils/fiche ci-dessus, consulter un agent de service compétent.

ATTENTION

Il y a un risque d’explosion si la pile est mal insérée. Remplacer la pile uniquement par une pile de même type ou de type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant. Jeter les piles usées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

ATTENTION

Eviter d’exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des éclaboussures et ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide, comme un vase, sur l’appareil.

Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré.

WARNUNG

Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.

Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur einem Fachmann.

WARNUNG

ATTENTION

Cet appareil n’est pas déconnecté de la source d’alimentation secteur tant qu’il est raccordé à la prise murale, même si l’appareil lui-même a été mis hors tension.

Pour les utilisateurs au Canada (pour la carte HKJ-101)

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Pour les clients européens (pour les modèles J-H1 et J-H3)

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) (89/ 336/CEE) et à la Directive sur les basses tensions (73/23/ CEE) émises par la Commission de la Communauté européenne. La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes:

• EN60065: Sécurité des produits

• EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

• EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants: E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé ex. studio de télévision).

Pour les clients européens (pour la carte HKJ-101)

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) (89/336/CEE) émise par la Commission de la Communauté Européenne. La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes:

• EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

• EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans l’environnement électromagnétique suivant: E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé ex. studio de télévision).

DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET WERDEN. WARNUNG:

1. Es ist ein (dreiadriges) Netzkabel/Netzstecker mit

Erdungskontakt zu verwenden, der den Sicherheitsbestimmungen vor Ort entspricht.

2. Es ist ein (dreiadriges) Netzkabel/Netzstecker mit

ausreichenden Anschlußwerten (Spannung/Strom) zu verwenden.

Bei Fragen zum Gebrauch des obigen Netzkabels/ Netzsteckers wenden Sie sich bitte an den technischen Kundendienst.

VORSICHT

Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn die Batterie inkorrekt eingelegt wird. Es darf nur eine identische oder eine vom Hersteller empfohlene Batterie des gleichen Typs eingesetzt werden. Entladene Batterien sind nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers zu entsorgen.

ACHTUNG

Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassersicher, daher dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B. Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.

Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z. B. in Bücherregalen oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung gewährleistet ist.

ACHTUNG

Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im ausgeshalteten Zustand mit dem Stromnetz verbunden.

Für Kunden in Europa (für den J-H1 und J-H3)

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Direktive (89/336/EMG) der EG-Kommission als auch die Direktive Niederspannung (73/23/EMG). Angewandte Normen:

• EN60065: Produktsicherheit

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit)

für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

Für Kunden in Europa (für das HKJ-101)

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung Und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie (89/336/EWG) EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen:

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit),

für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio)

Für Kunden in Deutschland

Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen beim Handel oder den Kommunen. Entladen sind Batterien in der Regel dann, wenn das Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert “Batterie leer” oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer der Batterien “nicht mehr einwandfrei funktioniert”. Um sicherzugehen, kleben Sie die Batteriepole z.B. mit einem Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die Batterien einzeln in einen Plastikbeutel.

Voor de klanten in Nederland

Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als KCA

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

Chapter 3 Preparations

Chapter 4 Playback

1-1 Features ........................................................................................... 1-1

1-2 Sample System Configuration.......................................................1-3

1-3 Using the CD-ROM Manual..........................................................1-5

2-1 Control Panel .................................................................................. 2-1

2-1-1 Display Section ......................................................................2-2

2-1-2 Search Control Section...........................................................2-5

2-1-3 Tape Transport Control Section .............................................2-6

2-2 Connector Panel .............................................................................2-7

3-1 Installation ...................................................................................... 3-1

3-2 Cassettes ..........................................................................................3-2

4-1 Preparations for Playback ............................................................. 4-1

4-1-1 Switching System Frequency ................................................. 4-1

4-1-2 Setting the Audio Monitor Output ......................................... 4-1

4-1-3 Selecting a Conversion Mode

for the Down-Converter .........................................................4-1

4-1-4 Time Data Setting

(Conversion from 24 to 25-Frame Mode).............................. 4-2

4-1-5 Time Data Setting

(Conversion from 23.98 to 29.97-Frame Mode)

(J-H3 only) ............................................................................. 4-2

4-2 Playback Procedures ...................................................................... 4-3

4-2-1 Normal Playback ................................................................... 4-3

4-2-2 Playback in Jog Mode ........................................................... 4-3

4-2-3 Playback in Shuttle Mode ..................................................... 4-4

4-3 Superimposed Character Information .........................................4-5

4-4 Using the Remote Commander .....................................................4-7

•Before using the Remote Commander .......................................... 4-7

•How to change the lithium battery................................................ 4-7

• Setting menu .................................................................................4-7

•Operating the Remote Commander .............................................. 4-8

4-5 Tele-File and Shot Mark Functions .............................................. 4-9

Chapter 5 Setup Menu

Chapter 6 Maintenance and Inspection

Appendix

5-1 Menu System Configuration ......................................................... 5-1

5-2 Menu Operations............................................................................5-2

5-3 Basic Menu......................................................................................5-7

5-4 Extended Menu.............................................................................5-10

6-1 Removing a Cassette When Tape Slack Occurs .......................... 6-1

6-2 Head Cleaning ................................................................................ 6-1

6-3 Moisture Condensation..................................................................6-2

6-4 Error Messages ............................................................................... 6-3

6-5 Digital Hours Meter ....................................................................... 6-4

Specifications.........................................................................................A-1

1-1 Features

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Overview

Overview

The J-H1 (also referred to as the unit in this manual) is a Digital Videocassette Compact Player based on the

HDCAM

format. For monitoring, this unit uses a down-converter so that you can check the recorded images even in the SD environment. This feature allows you to monitor images easily using a commercial TV (HD/SD) or PC

Notes

•Since the unit does not have a dynamic tracking function, the tape may not replay correctly if the recording patterns on the tape are disturbed.

•If you use mobile radio equipment within 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) of this unit, the playback image may be disturbed.

display.

Main features

•Compatible with 50i/25PsF, 59.94i/29.97PsF,

HDCAM format

In the HDCAM format, as in the Betacam series, a recorder can record up to two hours of HD highquality images using a 12.65 mm-width tape. For compressing video signals, this format employs a pre-filter and coefficient recording technology.

Tape-transport direction

Video

Audio

Video

Control (CTL) track

a)Supplemental AT (Supplemental Automatic

Tracking) signal

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................

Time code track

CUE track

Direction of head movement

SAT

23.98PsF (J-H3 only), 24PsF (J-H3 only) frequencies

•Compatible with playback of the 24PsF tape at 25system (4% fast-forward)

•Equipped with not only Y/Pb/Pr connectors, but also D3 output connectors, the standard for HD Video output for commercial HDTV receivers in Japan

•Equipped with a computer display interface connector as a standard feature (XGA output)

•Equipped with a down-converter as a standard feature and compatible with composite (BNC & Pin) signals

•Equipped with an RS-232C connector

•Equipped with reference video signal input connectors as a standard feature (J-H3 only)

•Equipped with 2-3 pulldown as a standard feature (Can be used through the system frequency setting) (J-H3 only)

•Compatible with HDSDI SMPTE 292M output (HD digital video/audio 4ch) (J-H3 only)

•Compatible with SDI SMPTE 259M output (component digital video/audio 4ch) (J-H3 only)

•Equipped with a time code output connector as a standard feature (J-H3 only)

•Equipped with an RS-422A connector (J-H3 only)

•Compatible with UMID output (SMPTE 330M, RP223) (HDSDI output of the J-H3 only)

1) HDCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Chapter 1 Overview 1-1

1-1 Features

Chapter 1 Overview

Compact design

Since the unit is as compact as a standard desktop personal computer in size, it is ideal for personal use on your desktop. In addition, front loading of both S and L cassettes is standard.

Menu-based setup

Initial settings for the unit’s operation, interfaces with connected equipment, and so on, can be made by means of menu operations on the front panel of the unit.

A wide range of status indicators

A large-sized fluorescent display is provided to show numerical values including audio level, time code, user bits, error messages, and setup menu information in addition to the current settings and operating status of this unit.

Minimal maintenance

The unit is designed to need minimal maintenance, and requires no daily maintenance or checks. A drum and other components have reduced maintenance costs.

Vertical installation

This unit can be installed vertically using the supplied vertical installation stands. The unit can be installed either vertically or horizontally, saving space on your desktop.

(DV) output (available only when an

HKJ-101 i.LINK1) Interface Board is installed)

When an optional HKJ-101 i.LINK Interface Board is installed, this unit can output digital video/audio signals in DV format compatible with i.LINK from the DV output connector.

Note

The 2-3 pulldown sequence process is guaranteed only during playback in PLAY mode.

Time code multiplexed to pull down signal output

• The value of the time code multiplexed to pull down HD SDI output signal is determined by the time code preset using 24F TC A-FRAME SELECT, extended menu item 623 and 30F TC A-FRAME SELECT, extended menu item 624, and then converted from

23.98-frame into 29.97-frame time code.

• Time code data of the user’s bits area is not output when the 23.98PD system functions. The time code value before conversion (23.98-frame mode) and sequence information of conversion contained in user’s bits data are multiplexed to the HD SDI output signal. The following four bits are used for the sequence information to display 0 to 9 repeatedly. MSB: The first bit of the tens digit of the hour

The second bit of the tens digit of the hour The first bit of the tens digit of the minute

LSB: The first bit of the tens digit of the second When the sequence information is masked, the remaining contents of user’s bits data are the same as the time code value before conversion (23.98-frame mode).

Note

Since user’s bits data multiplexed to the downconverted output signal are updated frame by frame,

23.98-frame time code and sequence information of

the down-converted output signal differs from those multiplexed to the HD output signal.

Time code area User’s bits area (HD)

29.97F TC 23.98F TC + sequence information A frame

2-3 pulldown sequence (J-H3 only)

If you set the system frequency to 23.98PD, you can output 59.94i video signals while a tape recorded in

23.98PsF is being played back. The following is the 2-3 pulldown sequence.

23.98-frame

A frame

29.97-frame

1) is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995

specifications and their revisions.

Cycle of conversion

1-2 Chapter 1 Overview

1-2 Sample System Configuration

Example for the J-H1

HDCAM camcorder

Digital cassette

Chapter 1 Overview

Computer

Monitor with HD D3 input connector

Monitor for computer

MONITOR

Analog component

J-H1

JZ-1

RS-232C

Computer

Analog composite

SD video monitor

Analog audio

Monitor with Y/Pb/Pr input connectors

Audio monitor

1) When an HKJ-101 i.LINK Interface Board is installed.

Chapter 1 Overview 1-3

1-2 Sample System Configuration

Example for the J-H3

Chapter 1 Overview

Reference video signal generator

EXT SYNC

J-H3

SD SDI

HDCAM camcorder

Digital cassette

RS-422A

HD SDI

HD VTR or A/V server systemSD VTR

Computer

Monitor with HD D3 input connector

MONITOR

Monitor for computer

Analog component

Monitor with Y/Pb/Pr input connectors

JZ-1

RS-232C

Computer

Analog composite

SD video monitor

Analog audio

Audio monitor

TC OUTPUT

Time code reader

1) When an HKJ-101 i.LINK Interface Board is installed.

1-4 Chapter 1 Overview

1-3 Using the CD-ROM Manual

The supplied CD-ROM includes Operation Manuals for the J-H series of videocassette players (English, Japanese, French, and German versions).

CD-ROM System Requirements

The following are required to access the supplied CDROM disc.

•Computer: PC with MMX Pentium 166 MHz or faster CPU, or Macintosh computer with PowerPC CPU – Installed memory: 32 MB or more – CD-ROM drive: × 8 or faster

•Monitor: Monitor supporting resolution of 800 × 600 or higher

When these requirements are not met, access to the CD-ROM disc may be slow, or not possible at all.

Preparations

The following software must be installed on your computer in order to use the operation manuals included on the CD-ROM disc.

•Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 4.0 or higher, or Netscape Navigator Version 4.0 or higher

•Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 4.0 or higher

To Read the CD-ROM Manual

To read the operation manual included on the CDROM disc, do the following.

1 Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive.

A cover page appears automatically in your browser window. If it does not appear automatically in the browser window, double click the index.htm file on the CD-ROM disc.

2 Select and click the operation manual that you

want to read.

A PDF file containing the operation manual opens.

Note

You can purchase a new CD-ROM disc if you lose or become unable to read the contents of the CD-ROM disc because of a hardware failure or misuse of the CD-ROM disc, or the CD-ROM disc has been lost or damaged. Contact a Sony service representative.

Chapter 1 Overview

Notes

•If Microsoft Internet Explorer is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.microsoft.com/ie

•If Netscape Navigator is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://home.netscape.com/

•If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/ readstep.html

• MMX and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

• PowerPC is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

•Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

•Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

• Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Chapter 1 Overview 1-5

Chapter 2

Location and Function of Parts

2-1 Control Panel

1 Carrying handle

2 POWER switch

Display section (See page 2-2)

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

Search control section (See page 2-5)

3 Cassette compartment

6 PHONES (headphones)

jack and control knob

This illustration shows the J-H3.

1 Carrying handle

Use this handle to carry the unit or to stand the unit vertically.

2 POWER switch

Press the side of the POWER switch marked “ON” to turn the unit on. The fluorescent display on the control panel lights.

Tape transport control section (See page 2-6)

4 Remote control detector

5 PF-1/2 (PROGRAMMABLE

FUNCTION-1/2) button

Press the side of the POWER switch marked “OFF” to turn the unit off.

3 Cassette compartment

Insert an S or L cassette into this compartment.

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts 2-1

2-1 Control Panel

4 Remote control detector

Receives the infrared signal from the supplied Remote Commander. For details, see “4-4 Using the Remote Commander” on page 4-7.

5 PF-1/2 (PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTION-1/2) button

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

You can assign the function that is set in PF2 KEY SELECT, basic menu item 022 of the setup menu, to the PF-2 button. “Tape Remain Time” is assigned to the PF-2 button as the factory default setting. While you are pressing the PF-1 or PF-2 button, the system frequency in playback or the remaining tape time is displayed in the FL display according to the button that is being pressed.

2-1-1 Display Section

1 LTC/VITC button

2 SET/MENU button

3 AU MON SEL button

For details of the assignment, see “Menu bank operations (menu items B01 to B12)” on page 5-5.

6 PHONES (headphones) jack and control knob

Connect stereo headphones with an impedance of 8 ohms to monitor the sound during playback. The control knob adjusts the volume. It is possible to make a setting so that the output volume from the AUDIO MONITOR connectors is controlled simultaneously. Set AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT LEVEL, extended menu item 114, on “VAR” to enable the above feature.

5 CTL/TC/UB button

4 SHIFT button

This illustration shows the J-H3.

1 LTC/VITC button

This selects the time code displayed in the FL display

in the following sequence: LTC

, VITC2). The underline for the LTC or VITC time code setting indicators lights corresponding to the selection.

Note

In this unit, VITC may not be displayed correctly except during normal playback.

6 CTL RESET button

7 FL (Fluorescent) display and indicators

2 SET/MENU button

Use this button for setup menu operations and settings. Press the SET/MENU button while holding down the SHIFT button to display the contents of the setup menu items on the FL display. When the setting is finished, press only the SET/MENU button to fix the settings and return to the normal display.

For details of setup menu settings and operations, see Chapter 5, “Setup Menu.”

1) LTC: abbreviation of Longitudinal Time code. This time code is recorded on a longitudinal track on the tape. Reading is unreliable at low speeds, and not possible at all during still playback.

2) VITC: abbreviation of Vertical Interval Time code. This time code is inserted in the vertical blanking interval and recorded on the video tracks.

2-2 Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

3 AU MON SEL button

Each press of this button switches the audio channel as listed below. The selected channels are displayed in the FL display.

When basic menu item 026 is set to STEREO

AUDIO CHANNEL LR One press CH-1 CH-2 Two presses CH-3 CH-4 Three presses CH-1,2 CH-1,2 Four presses CH-3,4 CH-3,4 Five presses CUE Six presses After this, each press of this

button switches the channel as in the sequence above.

The latest setting of each channel is saved in the memory regardless of whether the power has been turned on/off. Therefore, regardless of the system frequency set on the unit, the last channel setting saved will be loaded automatically. Using AUDIO MONITOR MODE, basic menu item 026 of the setup menu, you can change the assignment of the audio output. You can choose setting from among ALL, MONO, and STEREO. For details, see “5-3 Basic Menu” on page 5-7. Press the AU MON SEL button while holding down the SHIFT button to invert the order of the options.

5 CTL/TC/UB (display switching) button

This selects the time data displayed in the fluorescent display in the following sequence: CTL, TC, UB. As the display changes, the corresponding indicators over the fluorescent display also light/go off.

Time data display selection and display contents

Display selection

CTL Tape running time (hours,

TC Playback time code read by

UB User bit value inserted in the

Value displayed Indicator status

minutes, seconds, frames) computed from the CTL (control) signal recorded on the tape during playback.

the internal time code

reader.

playback time code.

CTL indicator lights.

The TC indicator lights.

The UB indicator lights.

a) The LTC/VITC button switches between LTC and VITC.

6 CTL RESET button

Press this button to reset a CTL value displayed in the FL display area.

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

4 SHIFT button

Hold down this button and press the SET/MENU button to enable the menu function. Press the F FWD or REW button while holding down the SHIFT button to do the forward or reverse cue-up

of the Shot marks

or STOP CODE points. These marks are located before and after the current tape position.

1) Shot marks If you use a camcorder which allows you to use Shot marks, you can insert REC START markers or Shot markers in the user bits area in advance for easy editing. This is called inserting Shot marks.

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts 2-3

2-1 Control Panel

7 FL (Fluorescent) display and indicators

These comprise a time data display area, an audio monitor display area and a number of indicators.

Audio monitor display area

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

This illustration shows the J-H3.

Audio monitor display area

•L/R audio level meter Indicates the audio levels of the 2 optionally selected channels making up L/R (Left/Right).

•L/R audio channel display Indicates the optionally selected channel numbers.

Time data display area

Normally this displays a CTL count, time code value, or user bit value according to the selection of the CTL/ TC/UB button or LTC/VITC button. When a cassette recorded in the DF mode is played back, the dot by the ❉ mark in the illustration above lights. At this time, the two dots (:) located above the dot disappear. It is also used to display error messages and the setup menus.

For details of the display of the CTL count, time code value, or user bit value, see the explanation given in “CTL/TC/UB (display switching) button” on page 2-3.

Indicator area

This includes the following indicators.

• CTL, TC, UB indicators: The time data selected

using the CTL/TC/UB (display switching) button lights. Selected time data will be displayed on the time data display area.

• LTC, VITC indicators: Regardless of the display

in the time data display area, these indicators light when the corresponding time code values are being read.

Time data display area

Indicator area

❉

Tape transport indicator area

When LTC has been selected using the LTC/VITC button, the LTC indicator is displayed and underlined. On the other hand, when VITC is selected, the VITC indicator is displayed and underlined.

• SERVO indicator: This lights when the servo lock

is functioning.

• ALARM indicator: This lights when a hardware

error is detected on the unit, and goes off when the error is resolved. When this indicator is lit, an error message appears in the time data display area.

• Cassette-in indicator q: This lights when a

cassette is loaded in the unit.

• DATA indicator: This lights when a tape,

containing audio data such as Dolby-E and AC-3 on its DIGITAL AUDIO track, is played back.

• PsF indicator: This lights when a tape, which is

recorded in PsF, is played back.

• System frequency indicator: The system

frequency selected in SYSTEM FREQUENCY SELECT, basic menu item 013 of the setup menu, lights. When the selected frequency and the frequency of the tape being played back are incompatible, this indicator flashes.

• PD indicator (J-H3 only): This lights when the

system frequency is set to 23.98PD.

2-4 Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

Tape transport indicator area

• Tape transport indicator When you press each button in the tape transport control section, the corresponding indicators light.

m: REW (rewind) indicator B: PLAY indicator

When AUTO TRACKING (the automatic tape loading function) is in operation, this indicator flashes.

M: F FWD (fast forward) indicator x: STOP indicator

• JOG/SHTL (jog/shuttle) indicator The “JOG” indicator lights when playback is carried out in jog mode, and the “SHTL” indicator lights when playback is carried out in shuttle mode.

• JOG/SHTL (jog/shuttle) transport indicator

b: Jog/shuttle reverse indicator (green) B: Jog/shuttle forward indicator (green) x: Jog/shuttle still indicator (red)

2-1-2 Search Control Section

1 JOG/SHUTTLE button

3 SHUTTLE dial

Turn this to carry out playback in the modes shown in the following table. Turn the dial clockwise for forward playback and counterclockwise for reverse playback.

After pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the JOG dial for playback in jog mode and the SHUTTLE dial for playback in shuttle mode.

Playback modes using the JOG/SHUTTLE dial

Playback mode Operations and functions

Jog

Shuttle

Press the JOG/SHUTTLE button once to light “JOG,” then turn the JOG dial, or simply turn the JOG dial without lighting “JOG.” Playback is carried out at a speed corresponding to the rotating speed of the JOG dial. The playback speed range is from –1 to +1 times normal speed. The JOG dial has no detents.

Press the JOG/SHUTTLE button twice to light “SHTL,” then turn the SHUTTLE dial, or simply turn the SHUTTLE dial without lighting “SHTL.” Playback is carried out at a speed corresponding to the angular position of the SHUTTLE dial. The playback speed range is from –21 to +21 times normal speed. The SHUTTLE dial has detents at the center position, and at that point a still picture is displayed.

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts

2 JOG dial

3 SHUTTLE dial

1 JOG/SHUTTLE button

Use this button to toggle between jog mode and shuttle mode when using the JOG dial or SHUTTLE dial. Press this button once for playback in jog mode, or press this button twice for playback in shuttle mode during playback or F FWD/REW. The corresponding “JOG” indicator or “SHTL” indicator lights in the FL display area.

2 JOG dial

Turn this to carry out playback in the modes shown in the following table. Turn the dial clockwise for forward playback and counterclockwise for reverse playback.

Notes

•Normally, you turn the SHUTTLE dial after setting the jog/shuttle mode by pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE button. However, you can also set the jog/shuttle mode simply by turning the dial. (This feature is available when SELECTION FOR JOG/SHUTTLE DIAL ENABLE, extended menu item 101 of the setup menu, is set to DIAL.) In this case, you must reset the SHUTTLE dial to the center position after turning it, otherwise the dial may be moved by vibration and the tape may start running in the shuttle mode during playback.

•If the unit carries out reverse playback in the shuttle mode at –0.5 times or less normal speed for 20 consecutive minutes, the reel motor heat protection circuit automatically functions and the unit enters still mode.

Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts 2-5

+ 37 hidden pages