CJO-M1PAC0T PLAYER
J-10SDI
J-30
J-30SDI
(J-30/30SDI)
(J-30/30SDI)
[English]
OPERATION MANUAL
1st Edition (Revised 1)
CAUTION
AVERTISSEMENT
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.
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
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.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
book case or built-in cabinet.
AVERTISSEMENT
CAUTION
CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE.
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.
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).
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.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
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.
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.
Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par
exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré.
For the customers in Europe
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:
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.
• 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).
ACHTUNG
Pour les clients européens
Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassersicher, daher
dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B.
Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.
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.
Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z. B. in Bücherregalen
oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung
gewährleistet ist.
La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux
normes européennes suivantes:
• EN60065: Sécurité des produits
ACHTUNG
• 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).
Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose
angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im ausgeshalteten
Zustand mit dem Stromnetz verbunden.
Für Kunden in Europa
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:
WARNUNG
• 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).
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.
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.
WARNUNG
DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET WERDEN.
WARNUNG:
Voor de klanten in Nederland
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.
Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als KCA
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.
Table of Contents
1-1 Before Using .................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Features ........................................................................................... 1-2
1-3 Sample System Configuration ....................................................... 1-4
Chapter 1
Overview
2-1 Control Panel .................................................................................. 2-1
2-1-1 Display Section ...................................................................... 2-2
2-1-2 Search Control Section........................................................... 2-6
2-1-3 Tape Transport Control Section ............................................. 2-7
2-2 Connector Panel ............................................................................. 2-8
2-2-1 Connector Panel of the J-10/30 .............................................. 2-8
2-2-2 Connector Panel of the J-10SDI/30SDI ............................... 2-10
Chapter 2
Location and Function
of Parts
3-1 Installation ...................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Cassettes .......................................................................................... 3-2
Chapter 3
Preparations
4-1 Playback Procedures ...................................................................... 4-1
4-1-1 Normal Playback.................................................................... 4-1
4-1-2 Playback in Jog Mode ............................................................ 4-2
4-1-3 Playback in Shuttle Mode ...................................................... 4-2
4-1-4 Noiseless Playback Function and Frame Step Playback
Chapter 4
Playback
Function ................................................................................. 4-3
4-1-5 Repeat Playback Function...................................................... 4-4
4-2 Superimposed Character Information ......................................... 4-6
4-3 Using the Remote Commander ..................................................... 4-7
4-3-1 How to Change the Lithium Battery ...................................... 4-7
4-3-2 Setting Menu .......................................................................... 4-7
4-3-3 Operating the Remote Commander........................................ 4-8
5-1 Overview of UMID Functions ....................................................... 5-1
5-2 UMID Output and Display ............................................................ 5-2
5-2-1 UMID Output Settings ........................................................... 5-2
5-2-2 UMID Display........................................................................ 5-2
Chapter 5
UMID Functions
6-1 Overview of Essence Mark Functions .......................................... 6-1
6-2 Essence Mark Output .................................................................... 6-2
Chapter 6
Essence Marks
7-1 Menu System Configuration ......................................................... 7-1
7-2 Menu Operations ............................................................................ 7-2
7-3 Basic Menu ...................................................................................... 7-7
7-4 Extended Menu............................................................................. 7-10
Chapter 7
Setup Menu
Table of Contents
1
Table of Contents
8-1 Removing a Cassette When Tape Slack Occurs........................... 8-1
8-2 Head Cleaning ................................................................................ 8-1
8-3 Moisture Condensation .................................................................. 8-2
8-4 Error Messages ............................................................................... 8-3
8-5 Digital Hours Meter ....................................................................... 8-4
Chapter 8
Maintenance and
Inspection
Specifications..........................................................................................A-1
Appendix
2
Table of Contents
Chapter
1
Overview
1-1 Before Using
When using this unit for the first time, set the number
of scan lines to the NTSC (525 scan lines, field
frequency 60 Hz) system setting or to the PAL (625
scan lines, field frequency 50 Hz) system setting
according to the operating environment in which the
unit will be used. Otherwise, it will be impossible to
use this unit.
2 Holding down the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the
JOG/SHUTTLE dial to display “525” or “625”
next to “SEL”.
To set this unit for the NTSC (525/60) or
PAL (625/50) system
3 Press the SET/MENU button.
Indication “PUSH SET” appears in the time data
display area.
Time data display area
1,4
4 Turn the POWER switch off, and then on again.
The indication in the time data display area
changes as shown in the figure below.
3
2
You can see “POWER OFF/ON” by scrolling the
indication.
1 Turn the POWER switch on.
This unit is set for the 525/60 or 625/50 system and
indicator 525 or 625 lights above the time data display
area to show the selected system.
When you turn on this unit for the first time,
indication, “SEL ------” appears in the time data
display area.
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1
1-2 Features
The J-10/10SDI/30/30SDI (also referred to simply as
the unit(s) in this manual) are compact players based
on the 1/2-inch tape format.
Playback compatibility with Betacam/
Betacam SP
They play tapes recorded in conventional Betacam/
Betacam SP format.
The unit plays tapes recorded in the Betacam/Betacam
SP format. This makes for efficient use of existing
material in the Betacam/Betacam SP format.
Notes
• Since the unit does not have a dynamic tracking
function, the tape may not replay correctly if the
recording pattern on the tape are disturbed.
• If you use a mobile radio machine with 5 W or larger
output within 50 cm (19 3/4 inches) of this unit, the
playback image may be disturbed.
Feeder function
This unit can be used not only as a Player but also as a
Feeder. Connected to a PC, the unit controls images
and feeds images to the PC via a remote connector
(RS-422A) on the control panel.
The following are some of the features of these units.
Compact design
Compatible format for playback
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.
The unit can play tapes in the following formats:
• Digital Betacam format (J-30/30SDI only)
• MPEG IMX format (J-30/30SDI only)
• Betacam SX format
Menu-based setup
• Betacam/Betacam SP format
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.
Head configuration
In addition to digital playback heads for the Digital
Betacam (J-30/30SDI only), MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI
only) and Betacam SX, the unit also has analog
playback heads for the analog Betacam SP.
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.
Digital signal processing
This unit processes digital signals conforming to the
4:2:2 component digital D-1 format.
Minimal maintenance
The unit is compatible with the Digital Betacam (J-30/
30SDI only), the Betacam SX for the MPEG2 4:2:2
P@ML interframe format, and the MPEG IMX
(J-30/30SDI only) for the MPEG2 4:2:2 P@ML
intraframe format.
The unit is designed to need minimal maintenance, and
requires no daily maintenance or checks.
A drum and other components have reduced
maintenance costs.
High image quality, high audio quality,
high reliability
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.
Complying with the data rates for the Digital Betacam
(J-30/30SDI only), MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI only) and
Betacam SX, this unit achieves playback with both
high image and high audio quality.
1-2
Chapter 1 Overview
Various output signals
The following interfaces installed on standard allow
connection to various external devices.
• Analog composite video output
• Analog component video output (J-10/30 only)
• S-video output
•
1) (DV) output
• SDI SMPTE 259M (Component digital video/audio 8
channels) output (J-10SDI/30SDI only)
• Analog audio output
• Time code output (J-10SDI/30SDI only)
(DV) output
This unit can output digital video/audio signals in DV
format compatible with i.LINK1) from the DV output
connector.
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1) is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that
this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995
specifications and their revisions.
Chapter 1 Overview
1-3
1-3 Sample System Configuration
Example for the J-10/10SDI
Betacam SX camcorder
Betacam SP camcorder
Analog cassette
Digital cassette
J-10/10SDI
EXT SYNC
RS-232C
Reference video signal generator
Computer
SDI (J-10SDI)
SDI (J-10SDI)
RS-422A
S video/analog composite/
analog component (J-10)
Video monitor
Server
a)
SDI (J-10SDI)
a)
S video/analog composite/
analog component (J-10)
Analog audio
VTR
Audio monitor
DV
TC OUTPUT
(J-10SDI)
Time code reader
Computer
a)
Note
Editing through this unit is not recommended.
1-4
Chapter 1 Overview
Example for the J-30/30SDI
MPEG IMX camcorder
Digital Betacam camcorder
Betacam SP camcorder
Betacam SX camcorder
Digital Betacam
cassette
MPEG IMX cassette
Analog cassette
Digital cassette
J-30/30SDI
EXT SYNC
RS-232C
Reference video signal generator
Computer
SDI (J-30SDI)
RS-422A
SDI (J-30SDI)
S video/analog composite/
analog component (J-30)
Video monitor
Server
a)
SDI (J-30SDI)
a)
Analog audio
S video/analog composite/
analog component (J-30)
VTR
Audio monitor
DV
TC OUTPUT
(J-30SDI)
Computer
Time code reader
a)
Note
Editing through this unit is not recommended.
Chapter 1 Overview
1-5
Chapter
2
Location and Function
of Parts
2-1 Control Panel
1 Carrying handle
2 POWER switch
Search control section
(See page 2-6)
Display section
(See page 2-2)
3 Cassette compartment
4 Remote control detector
5 PF-1/2 buttons
6 PHONES jack and
control knob
Tape transport control
section (See page 2-7)
1 Carrying handle
2 POWER switch
Use this handle to carry the unit or to stand the unit
vertically.
Press the side of the POWER switch marked “ON” to
turn the unit on. The fluorescent display and indicators
in the display section light.
Press the side of the POWER switch marked “OFF” to
turn the unit off.
Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts
2-1
2-1 Control Panel
3 Cassette compartment
Insert an S or L cassette.
button as the factory default settings. While you are
pressing the button, the remaining tape time are
displayed in the display section.
4 Remote control detector
Receives the infrared signal from the supplied Remote
Commander.
For details on function assignment, see the section “Menu
bank operations (basic menu items B01 to B12) “ on page
7-5.
For details on the Remote Commander, see section 4-3
“Using the Remote Commander” on page 4-7.
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.
5 PF (programmable function)-1/2 buttons
When using the Betacam SX or MPEG IMX format
and settting this unit into noiseless mode, use these
buttons to perform frame step playback (see page 4-4).
To the PF-2 button, you can assign functions that are
set in basic menu item 022, PF2 KEYSELECT.
Function “tape remain time” is assigned to the PF-2
Set AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT LEVEL, extended
menu item 114, to VAR to enable the above feature.
2-1-1 Display Section
1 LTC/VITC button
2 SET/MENU button
5 CTL/TC/UB button
3 AU MON SEL/DOLBY C NR button
4 SHIFT button
6 CTL RESET button
7 FL (Fluorescent) display and indicators
Note
1 LTC/VITC button
This selects the time code displayed in the FL display
in the following sequence: LTC1), VITC2). The
underline for the LTC or VITC time code setting
indicators lights corresponding to the selection.
In this unit, VITC may not be displayed correctly
except during normal playback.
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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
2 SET/MENU button
For the MPEG IMX format (J-30/30SDI)
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.
Output modea) STEREO
MONO
L
Audio channel
Press once
L
R
R
CH-1
CH-3
CH-5
CH-7
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-5,6
CH-7,8
CH-2
CH-4
CH-6
CH-8
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-5,6
CH-7,8
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CH-5
CH-6
CH-7
CH-8
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-5,6
CH-7,8
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CH-5
CH-6
CH-7
CH-8
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-5,6
CH-7,8
Press twice
Press 3 times
Press 4 times
Press 5 times
Press 6 times
Press 7 times
Press 8 times
Press 9 times
Press 10 times
Press 11 times
Press 12 times
Press 13 times
For details of setup menu settings and operations, see
Chapter 7.
3 AU MON SEL (audio monitor output select)/
DOLBY C NR1) (noise reduction) button
Press this button to function the AU MON SEL button.
Each press of this button switches the audio channel as
listed below. The selected channels are displayed in
the display section.
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
above sequence.
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
For the Betacam/Betacam SP format
Output modea) STEREO
MONO
L
above sequence.
Audio channel
Press once
L
R
R
a) Set in basic menu item 026 of the setup menu
CH-1
CH-1,2
CH-2
CH-1,2
CH-1
CH-2
CH-1,2
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
CH-1
CH-2
CH-1,2
For the Digital Betacam format (J-30/30SDI)
Press twice
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
Press 3 times
Press 4 times
Output modea) STEREO
MONO
L
Audio channel
Press once
L
R
R
above sequence.
CH-1
CH-3
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CUE
CH-2
CH-4
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CUE
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CUE
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CUE
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
above sequence.
Press twice
Press 3 times
Press 4 times
Press 5 times
Press 6 times
Press 7 times
Press 8 times
a) Set in basic menu item 026 of the setup menu
For the Betacam SX format
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
Output modea) STEREO
MONO
L
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
Audio channel
Press once
L
R
R
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
above sequence.
CH-1
CH-3
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-2
CH-4
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
CH-1
CH-2
CH-3
CH-4
CH-1,2
CH-3,4
Press twice
above sequence.
Press 3 times
Press 4 times
Press 5 times
Press 6 times
Press 7 times
a) Set in basic menu item 026 of the setup menu
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
The latest setting for each format is saved in the
memory regardless of whether the power has been
turned on/off. Therefore, when you play any cassette
next time, it will be played back in the format last
saved. If there is no cassette in the unit, you can
change the audio channel in the format used the last
time you ejected the cassette.
Each press of this
button switches the
mode as in the
above sequence.
above sequence.
a) Set in basic menu item 026 of the setup menu
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1) DOLBY C NR: Dolby C noise reduction manufactured
under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts
2-3
2-1 Control Panel
Press this button while holding down the SHIFT
button to function the DOLBY C NR button. The
DOLBY C NR indicator lights in the display section.
When you are using an oxide tape, it switches the
Dolby NR C-type system for analog audio on or off.
When you are using a metal tape, the Dolby C NR
system is automatically switched on, regardless of the
setting of this switch.
ON: Enables the Dolby C NR system for playback of
an analog Betacam oxide tape.
OFF: Disables the Dolby C NR system for playback
of an analog Betacam oxide tape.
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 Value displayed
selection
Indicator status
CTL
Tape running time (hours,
CTL indicator
lights.
minutes, seconds, frames)
computed from the CTL
(control) signal recorded on
the tape during playback.
The factory default setting is OFF.
TC
UB
Playback time code read by The TC indicator
the internal time code
lights.
4 SHIFT button
reader.a)
Hold down this button and press the AU MON SEL/
DOLBY C NR button to enable the DOLBY C NR
function. To enable the menu function, press the SET/
MENU button while holding down the SHIFT button.
Press the F FWD or REW button while holding down
the SHIFT button to do the forward or reverse cue-up
of the shot marks1). These marks are located before
and after of the current tape position. In addition, press
the PLAY button while holding down the SHIFT
button to superimpose the shot data2) (when using the
Betacam/Betacam SP/Betacam SX format) or UMID
(when using the Digital Betacam/ MPEG IMX format)
over the playback image. To clear the shot data or
UMID, again press the PLAY button while holding
down the SHIFT button.
User bit value inserted in the The UB indicator
playback time code.a)
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.
7 FL (Fluorescent) display and indicators
These comprise a time data display, an audio monitor
display and of indicators. (See the figure on next page.)
For details on UMID, see Chapter 5.
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1) Shot marks
If you use a camcorder which allows you to use shot
Model name
MODEL NAME
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE
DNW 0090
010001
marks, you can insert REC START marks or shot marks
in the user bits area in advance for easy editing.
This is called inserting shot marks.
Serial number
Time
Date
2001.05.11
12.55.10
TIME
Cassette
number
CASSETTE NUMBER
SHOT NUMBER
0095
0052
2) Shot data
Shot number
The information recorded continuously during the
process of shooting is called shot data.
ID1
ID2
ID3
ID4
AAAAAAAAAAAA
BBBBBBBBBBBB
CCCCCCCCCCCC
DDDDDDDDDDDD
Camera ID
The contents of the display vary corresponding to the
change of shooting conditions (e.g. changing
camcorders, shooting on different dates, etc.). If there
are any parts that contain no shot data by changing a
shooting camcorder, the unit displays blank data.
Time code
at recording
TCR 23:59:59:29
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Audio monitor display area
Time data display area
Indicator area
❉
Tape transport indicator area
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.
• UB (user bits) indicator: This lights when a user bit
value is displayed in 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.
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.
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.
• 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.
• 525, 625 (scan lines for the television standard)
indicators: Either of these indicators lights to show
the system for which this unit is set in basic menu
item 013 (NTSC: 525 scan lines, field frequency 60
Hz; PAL: 625 scan lines, field frequency 50 Hz).
For details of the display of the CTL count, time code value,
or user bit value, see the explanation given in “5 CTL/TC/
UB button” on page 2-4.
Indicator area
This includes the following indicators.
• DOLBY C NR (Dolby C noise reduction)
indicator: This lights when the Dolby noise
reduction circuit is functioning.
• CTL (control) indicator: This lights when a tape
running time (hours, minutes, seconds, frames)
computed from the CTL signal is displayed in the
time data display area.
• TC (time code) indicator: This lights when a time
code is displayed in the time data display area.
Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts
2-5
2-1 Control Panel
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
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.
B: PLAY indicator
After pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the
JOG dial for playback in jog mode and the SHUTTLE
dial for playback in shuttle mode.
When AUTO TRACKING (the automatic tape
loading function) is in operation, this indicator
flashes.
M: F FWD (fast forward) indicator
x: STOP indicator
Playback modes using the JOG/SHUTTLE dial
Playback mode Operations and functions
• 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)
Jog
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.
Shuttle
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 as
follows.
2-1-2 Search Control Section
1 JOG/SHUTTLE button
When using a Digital Betacam tape
(J-30/30SDI): –21 to +21 times normal
speed
When using an MPEG IMX tape (J-30/
30SDI): –32/–38 to +32/+38 times
normal speed (NTSC/PAL)
2 JOG dial
When using a Betacam SX tape: –35
to +35 times normal speed
3 SHUTTLE dial
When using an analog Betacam tape:
–18/–20 to +18/+20 times normal
speed (NTSC/PAL)
1 JOG/SHUTTLE button
The SHUTTLE dial has detents at the
center position, and at that point a still
picture is displayed.
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
display section.
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.
2 JOG dial
Turn this to carry out playback in the modes shown in
the table in the right column. Turn the dial clockwise
for forward playback and counterclockwise for reverse
playback.
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• 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.
4 F FWD (fast forward) button
To start fast forwarding the tape, press this button. The
F FWD indicator in the display section lights. When
you are using a tape containing shot marks, press this
button while holding down the SHIFT button to cue-up
a shot mark position in the forward direction.
2-1-3 Tape Transport Control
Section
5 STOP button
To stop playback, press this button. The STOP
indicator in the display section lights.
If REFERENCE SYSTEM ALARM, extended menu
item 105 of the setup menu, has been set to ON, this
button flashes when the external reference video signal
is not supplied.
1 EJECT button
2 REW button
3 PLAY button
4 F FWD button
5 STOP button
6 STANDBY on/off button
When a cassette is inserted in the unit and the unit is in
the Stop mode, you can toggle the VTR standby mode
on and off by pressing this button.
In standby mode, the drum rotates and the tape sticks
to the drum. As a result, playback starts immediately.
If the unit is set to 8 minutes elapse (this value can be
varied using STILL TIMER extended menu item 501
of the setup menu) in standby mode, it automatically
switches out of standby mode to protect the tape.
6 STANDBY
on/off button
1 EJECT button
Press this button to eject the cassette.
2 REW (rewind) button
To rewind the tape, press this button. The REW
indicator in the display section lights. When you are
using a tape containing shot marks, press this button
while holding down the SHIFT button to cue-up a shot
mark position in the reverse direction.
3 PLAY button
To start playback, press this button. The PLAY
indicator in the display section lights.
When you are using a Betacam/Betacam SP/Betacam
SX tape containing shot data, press this button while
holding the SHIFT button to display shot data (see
page 2-4).
When you are using a Digital Betacam/MPEG IMX
tape containing UMID, press this button while holding
the SHIFT button to display UMID (see page
5-2).
To clear the shot data or UMID, again press this button
while holding down the SHIFT button.
Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts
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2-2 Connector Panel
2-2-1 Connector Panel of the J-10/30
1 AC IN connector
2 RS232C connector
3 REMOTE IN (9P) connector
4 EXT SYNC input connector
5 VIDEO OUTPUT
connectors
6 AUDIO MONITOR
OUTPUT connectors
1 AC IN connector
5 VIDEO OUTPUT connectors
Connects to an AC outlet using the power cord (not
supplied).
COMPOSITE (analog composite video) (SUPER)
output connector (phono jack): Outputs an analog
composite video signal. When basic menu item
005, DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT, of the
setup menu is set as anything other than OFF, the
output from this connector outputs superimposed
character information such as time code, menu
settings, or alarm messages.
2 RS232C (RS-232C serial interface) connector
(D-sub 9-pin)
Used to remote-control this unit from an external
device provided with a Sony 9-pin remote control
interface.
COMPOSITE (analog composite video) (SUPER)
output connector (BNC): Outputs an analog
composite video signal. When basic menu item
005, DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT, of the
setup menu is set as anything other than OFF, the
output from this connector outputs superimposed
character information such as time code, menu
settings, or alarm messages.
3 REMOTE IN (9P) connector (RS-422A serial
interface, 9-pin)
Used to remote-control this unit from an external
device provided with a Sony 9-pin remote control
interface.
4 EXT SYNC (external synchronization) input
connector
Inputs the reference video signal. However, on this
unit, use this for frame synchronization only, not for
color subcarrier synchronization.
S VIDEO output connector (Mini-DIN 4-pin):
Outputs an S VIDEO signal.
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DV (i.LINK DV) output connector (IEEE1394,
6-pin): Outputs video/audio signals in DV format.
When basic menu item 030, i.LINK
CHARACTER, of the setup menu is set to ON
and basic menu item 005, DISPLAY
INFORMATION SELECT is set as anything other
than OFF, the output from this connector outputs
superimposed character information such as time
code, menu settings, or alarm messages.
Notes
• Through the DV connector, only one DV
device can be connected to this unit. If you
intend to connect multiple DV devices, refer to
the manuals of them.
• The i.LINK (DV) output of this unit is used to
provide materials to a computer on which non-
linear editing software is installed. You can use
a Sony VTR equiped with an i.LINK (DV)
connector (DVCAM series of VTRs for
example) with this unit, though, the auto
dubbing function and editing function will not
be available.
• If the unit is connected to a device equipped
with a 6-pin DV jack, when you intend to
disconnect or reconnect the DV cable, turn off
the device and pull out the plug of its power
cord from the AC outlet beforehand. If you
connect or disconnect the DV cable while the
device is connected to the AC outlet, high-
voltage current (8 to 40 V) is output from the
DV jack of the device to this unit, which may
cause a malfunction.
• When connecting a device that has a 6-pin DV
jack to this unit, first connect the plug of the
cable to the 6-pin DV jack of the device.
COMPONENT (Y/R–Y/B–Y) output connectors
(BNC): Output analog component video signals (Y/
R–Y/B–Y).
6 AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT connectors
Audio monitor (L/R) output connectors (XLR
3-pin, male): Output two (L and R) audio monitor
signals according to the setting of the AU MON
SEL/DOLBY C NR button on the control panel.
Audio monitor (L/R) output connectors (Phono
jack): Output two (L and R) audio monitor signals
according to the setting of the AU MON SEL/
DOLBY C NR button on the control panel.
Chapter 2 Location and Function of Parts
2-9
2-2 Connector Panel
2-2-2 Connector Panel of the J-10SDI/30SDI
1 AC IN connector
2 RS232C connector
3 REMOTE IN (9P) connector
4 EXT SYNC input connector
5 TC OUTPUT connector
6 VIDEO OUTPUT
connectors
7 AUDIO MONITOR
OUTPUT connectors
1 AC IN connector
6 VIDEO OUTPUT connectors
Connects to an AC outlet using the power cord (not
supplied).
COMPOSITE (analog composite video) (SUPER)
output connector (phono jack): Outputs an analog
composite video signal. When the basic menu
item 005, DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT,
of the setup menu is set as anything other than
OFF, the output from this connector outputs
superimposed character information such as time
code, menu settings, or alarm messages.
2 RS232C (RS-232C serial interface) connector
(D-sub 9-pin)
Used to remote-control this unit from an external
device provided with a Sony 9-pin remote control
interface.
COMPOSITE (analog composite video) (SUPER)
output connector (BNC): Outputs an analog
composite video signal. When the basic menu
item 005, DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT,
of the setup menu is set as anything other than
OFF, the output from this connector outputs
superimposed character information such as time
code, menu settings, or alarm messages.
3 REMOTE IN (9P) connector (RS-422A serial
interface, 9-pin)
Used to remote-control this unit from an external
device provided with a Sony 9-pin remote control
interface.
4 EXT SYNC (external synchronization) input
connector
Inputs the reference video signal. However, on this
unit, use this for frame synchronization only, not for
color subcarrier synchronization.
S VIDEO output connector (Mini-DIN 4-pin):
Outputs an S VIDEO signal.
5 TC OUTPUT (time code output) connector
(BNC)
Outputs the playback time code.
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DV (i.LINK DV) output connector (IEEE1394,
6-pin): Outputs video/audio signals in DV format.
When basic menu item 030, i.LINK
7 AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT connectors
Audio monitor (L/R) output connectors (XLR
3-pin, male): Output two (L and R) audio monitor
signals according to the setting of the AU MON
SEL/DOLBY C NR button on the control panel.
Audio monitor (L/R) output connectors (Phono
jack): Output two (L and R) audio monitor signals
according to the setting of the AU MON SEL/
DOLBY C NR button on the control panel.
CHARACTER, of the setup menu is set to ON
and basic menu item 005, DISPLAY
INFORMATION SELECT is set as anything other
than OFF, the output from this connector outputs
superimposed character information such as time
code, menu settings, or alarm messages.
Notes
• Through the DV connector, only one DV
device can be connected to this unit. If you
intend to connect multiple DV devices, refer to
the manuals of them.
• The i.LINK (DV) output of this unit is used to
provide materials to a computer on which non-
linear editing software is installed. You can use
a Sony VTR equiped with an i.LINK (DV)
connector (DVCAM series of VTRs for
example) with this unit, though, the auto
dubbing function and editing function will not
be available.
• If the unit is connected to a device equipped
with a 6-pin DV jack, when you intend to
disconnect or reconnect the DV cable, turn off
the device and pull out the plug of its power
cord from the AC outlet beforehand. If you
connect or disconnect the DV cable while the
device is connected to the AC outlet, high-
voltage current (8 to 40 V) is output from the
DV jack of the device to this unit, which may
cause a malfunction.
• When connecting a device that has a 6-pin DV
jack to this unit, first connect the plug of the
cable to the 6-pin DV jack of the device.
SDI (serial digital interface) output connector:
Outputs a video/audio signal in D1 format without
superimposed character information.
SDI (serial digital interface) (SUPER) output
connector: Outputs a video/audio signal in D1
format. When basic menu item 005, DISPLAY
INFORMATION SELECT, of the setup menu is
set as anything other than OFF, the connector
outputs the superimposed character information
such as time code, menu settings, or alarm
messages.
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Chapter
3
Preparations
3-1 Installation
You can install this unit horizontally as well as
vertically. However, it is necessary to use the supplied
vertical installation stands to prepare the unit for
vertical installation as shown in the figure.
Notes
• When you install this unit vertically, be sure that the
handle faces up.
• Regardless of whether you install the unit
horizontally or vertically, make sure there is a space
of 5 cm (2 inches) or more around the unit.
Vertical
installation
stands
Chapter 3 Preparations
3-1
3-2 Cassettes
Removing slack from the tape
Cassette types
Press one of the reels in with a finger, and turn gently
in the direction shown by the arrows until there is no
slack in the tape.
This unit uses the following 1/2-inch tape width
cassettes:
• Digital Betacam cassette (J-30/30SDI only)
• MPEG IMX cassette (J-30/30SDI only)
• Betacam SX cassette
• Betacam SP cassette
• Betacam cassette
• UVW cassette
Inserting and ejecting cassettes
Insert or eject a cassette while the unit is powered on.
Inserting a cassette
Ejecting a cassette
Press the EJECT button.
The cassette is ejected.
If the tape slacks inside the unit, pressing the EJECT button
may not eject the cassette. For information about how to
remove the cassette in such a case, refer to the Maintenance
Manual.
EJECT button
S cassette
1
L cassette
1 Turn the POWER switch on.
2 Check the following points before inserting the
cassette with the orientation shown in the figure.
• Check that there is no slack in the tape.
• Check that the message “E10-0000” is not shown
in the time data display area.
The cassette is drawn into the unit.
If the message “E10-0000” appears in the time data
display area, there is moisture condensation in the unit.
For steps to take when “E10-0000” is displayed, see
section 8-3 “Moisture Condensation” on page
8-2.
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Chapter 3 Preparations
Chapter
4
Playback
4-1 Playback Procedures
If you play back to the end of the tape
4-1-1 Normal Playback
The tape is automatically rewound, and stops (when
AUTO REWIND, extended menu item 125, is set to
ENA).
Cassette compartment
SHIFT button
Notes
• If you playback a Betacam/Betacam SP cassette
immediately after playing back a Betacam SX
cassette or Digital Betacam cassette, it may take
several seconds for playback to start.
• This unit uses an auto-tracking function (when using
the Digital Betacam or MPEG IMX format). The
factory setting for the auto-tracking is on (AUTO
TRACKING ON). You can turn auto-tracking off.
For details on how to change the setting, contact your
nearest Sony dealer. While this unit is pulling the
tape in, the PLAY button indicator B flashes.
AU MON SEL/
DOLBY C NR button
STOP button
PLAY button
When using the Dolby C NR system
When using an analog Betacam cassette, you can use
Dolby C NR for audio playback.
To activate the Dolby NR system, press the AU MON
SEL/DOLBY C NR button while holding down the
SHIFT button on the control panel.
Insert a cassette beforehand.
For details of how to insert a cassette, see the section
“Inserting and ejecting cassettes” on page 3-2.
To start playback
Press the PLAY button.
To stop playback
Press the STOP button.
Chapter 4 Playback
4-1
4-1 Playback Procedures
4-1-2 Playback in Jog Mode
4-1-3 Playback in Shuttle Mode
1
1
1,2,3
3
1,2,3
In shuttle mode, the SHUTTLE dial controls the
playback speed based on the angular position of the
dial.
• When using a Digital Betacam tape: 21 times
• When using an MPEG IMX tape: 32 times/ 38
times (NTSC/PAL)
In jog mode, the JOG dial controls the playback speed
based the speed at which the dial is turned. The
playback speed range is 1 times normal speed.
Use the following procedure to carry out playback in
jog mode.
• When using a Betacam SX tape: 35 times
• When using an analog Betacam tape: 18/ 20 times
(NTSC/PAL)
1 Turn the JOG dial directly or press the JOG/
SHUTTLE button to light the JOG indicator.
Pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE button toggles
between jog mode and shuttle mode.
+ indicates forward direction speed, – indicates reverse
direction speed.
2 Turn the JOG dial in the desired direction, at a
speed corresponding to the desired playback speed.
The SHUTTLE dial has detents at the center position,
move the SHUTTLE dial to the center indent to
display a still picture.
Playback in jog mode starts.
Use the following procedure to carry out playback in
shuttle mode.
3 To stop playback in jog mode, stop turning the
JOG dial.
1 Turn the SHUTTLE dial directly or press the JOG/
SHUTTLE button twice to light the SHTL
indicator.
It is possible to make pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE
button to switch between JOG and SHUTTLE
mode.
Select “KEY” in SELECTION FOR JOG/
SHUTTLE DIAL ENABLE, extended menu item
101, to enable the above feature. (This is the
default setting.)
If the SHUTTLE dial points to a position other
than the center, playback in shuttle mode starts at a
speed corresponding to the angular position of the
dial.
Pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE button toggles
between jog mode and shuttle mode.
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2 Turn the SHUTTLE dial to the angle
4-1-4 Noiseless Playback
Function and Frame Step
Playback Function
corresponding to the desired playback speed.
Playback in shuttle mode starts.
When you are using the Betacam SX or MPEG IMX
format, you can put this unit into noiseless mode for
noiseless jog and shuttle playback at up to 0.5 times
normal speed. During noiseless playback, audio is
muted for the MPEG IMX format. For the Betacam
SX format, discontinuous audio in frame units is
heard. In noiseless mode, you can use the PF-1/2
buttons to step through frames. The step for the MPEG
IMX format is 1 frame. The step for the Betacam SX
format is 2 frames.
3 Return the SHUTTLE dial to the center indent
position or press the STOP button to cancel shuttle
mode playback.
It is possible to make pressing the JOG/SHUTTLE
button to switch between JOG and SHUTTLE
mode.
Select “KEY” in SELECTION FOR JOG/
SHUTTLE DIAL ENABLE, extended menu item
101, to enable the above feature. (This is the
default setting.)
To select noiseless mode
To return to normal-speed playback
Press the PLAY button.
In the setup menu, set basic menu item 025,
NOISELESS to Enable. (The factory default setting is
Disable.) JOG or SHTL flashes in the display section.
To alternate between normal-speed playback
and shuttle mode playback
Set the SHUTTLE dial to the position
corresponding to the desired shuttle playback
speed first. Press the PLAY button, and then press
the JOG/SHUTTLE button twice.
For intermittent shuttle mode playback, press the
STOP button first and then press the JOG/
SHUTTLE button twice.
To perform noiseless playback
Put the unit into noiseless mode, press the JOG or
SHUTTLE button, and rotate the JOG/SHUTTLE dial.
This allows you to perform noiseless playback at up to
0.5 times normal speed.
In noiseless mode, the emphasis is on slow-speeds.
Therefore the SHUTTLE dial speed settings change
from the Normal (0), 0.03, 0.12, 0.5, 1, 2, 10,
35 (Betacam SX format) (15 steps) to 0, 0.03,
0.06, 0.12, 0.25, 0.5, 1, 10 (15 steps). For the
MPEG IMX format, extended menu item 922 of the
setup menu IMX NOISELESS PB SELECT allows
you to set the playback picture to FRAME, FIELD 1,
or FIELD 2 (the factory default setting is FRAME).
Normally, you turn the SHUTTLE dial after setting
the jog/shuttle mode by pressing the JOG/
SHUTTLE button. You can also set the jog/shuttle
mode, however, by directly turning the dial. (This
is available when SELECTION FOR JOG/
SHUTTLE DIAL ENABLE, extended menu item
101, is set to DIAL.) In this case, you must reset
the SHUTTLE dial to the center position after
turning it, otherwise the dial is moved by vibration
and the tape may start running in the shuttle mode
during playback.
Chapter 4 Playback
4-3
4-1 Playback Procedures
To perform frame step playback
To set the start point and end point of
repeat playback
Put the unit into noiseless mode and press the PF-1 or
PF-2 button.
When a cassette is loaded in the unit, you can specify
the current tape position as the start or end point of
repeat playback.
When you are using the Betacam SX format, each
press of the PF-1 button steps 2 frames back, and each
press of the PF-2 button steps 2 frames forward. When
you are using the MPEG IMX format, the buttons step
1 frame in the same directions.
To set the start point
Holding down the STOP button, press the REW
button. The time code (LTC) value of the tape position
when the REW button was pressed is stored in
memory as the start point time data. When the start
point has been set, an asterisk (*) appears to the left of
the REPEAT indication in the time data display area.
Notes
• To perform frame step playback, always press the
PLAY button once before pressing the PF-1 or PF-2
button. When you switch between FWD and REV,
the picture may not be updated until you press the
PF-1 or PF-2 button twice.
• During frame step playback, the picture and the LTC
may be up to 5 frames out of sync. We recommend
that you use VITC.
Indicates that the start point is set.
• Block noise may remain visible during frame step
playback. If this occurs, step in the reverse direction,
or press the PLAY button again.
If no start point is set, the beginning of tape is
automatically specified as the repeat playback start
point.
Notes
4-1-5 Repeat Playback Function
• Only LTC data can be stored in memory as start point
time data. Neither VITC nor CTL can be used as start
point data.
• If the end point has already been set, setting the start
point at a position after the end point results in
deletion of the end point data. (The time code value
of the start point cannot be greater than that of the
end point.)
You can use the repeat playback function to repeatedly
play back a section of the tape defined by setting the
start point and end point.
To put the unit into repeat playback mode
In the setup menu, set extended menu item 142
REPEAT MODE to PLAY. (The factory default
setting of this menu item is OFF.)
Beginning of tape End point
Start point
End of tape
When a cassette is loaded in the unit, the REPEAT
indication is displayed in the time data display area for
one second at intervals of four seconds. When no
cassette is loaded, this indication keeps displayed.
If you set the start point at a position after the end point,
Beginning of tape
Start point
End of tape
the end point data will be deleted.
Note
When the unit is in jog or shuttle mode, the REPEAT
indication will not be displayed in the time data
display area.
4-4
Chapter 4 Playback
To set the end point
To check the time code of the set start
point and end point
Holding down the STOP button, press the F FWD
button. The time code (LTC) value of the tape position
when the F FWD button was pressed is stored in
memory as the end point time data. When the end
point has been set, an asterisk (*) appears to the right
of the REPEAT indication in the time data display
area.
Hold down the STOP button and PLAY button
simultaneously. As long as you hold down both
buttons, the START indication, the start point time
code value, the END indication, and the end point time
code value are cyclically displayed in this order in the
time data display area.
To delete the set start point and end point
Indicates that the end point is set.
Press the EJECT button to eject the cassette. This
deletes both the start point and end point.
If no end point is set, the end of tape is automatically
specified as the repeat playback end point.
Notes
• Only LTC data can be stored in memory as end point
time data. Neither VITC nor CTL can be used as end
point data.
• If the start point has already been set, setting the end
point at a position before the start point results in
deletion of the start point data. (The time code value
of the end point cannot be smaller than that of the
start point.)
Beginning of tape End point
Start point
End of tape
If you set the end point at a position before the start point,
Beginning of tape End point
End of tape
the start point data will be deleted.
To execute a repeat playback
Press the PLAY button.
Chapter 4 Playback
4-5
4-1 Playback Procedures
4-2 Superimposed Character Information
Displayed items
1 Types of time data
1 Types of time data
Time data
Display
CTL
Meaning
2 Drop frame mark
of time data
CTL counter data
LTC reader time code
LTC reader user bit
VITC reader time code
VITC reader user bit
TCR
3 VITC field mark
UBR
TCR.
UBR.
Note
If the time data or user bit cannot be read correctly,
they will be displayed with an asterisk. For example,
“T*R”, “U*R”, “T*R.” or “U*R.”.
4 Operation mode
2 Drop frame mark of time data
“ . ”: Drop frame mode
“ : ”: Non-drop frame mode
When basic menu item 005 of the setup menu
DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT is set as
anything other than OFF, the video signal output from
the COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI
(SUPER) output connector (for J-10SDI/30SDI only)
or DV connector contains superimposed character
information (overlaid display), including time code,
menu settings, or alarm messages.
3 VITC field mark
“
” blank: When displaying Field 1 and 3
“ * ”: When displaying Field 2 and 4
4 Operation mode
The field is divided into two blocks, A and B.
• Block A: displays the operation mode.
• Block B: displays the servo lock status or tape speed.
For details on the settings for superimposed display, see
DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT, basic menu item 005
on page 7-7, SDI OUT CHARACTER, basic menu item 027
on page 7-9, and i.LINK CHARACTER, basic menu item 030
on page 7-9.
Adjusting the character display
A
B
The basic menu adjusts the position, size and type of
the superimposed characters.
Display
Block A
Operation mode
For details of the basic menu, see section 7-3 “Basic Menu”
on page 7-7.
Block B
TAPE UNTHREAD
STANDBY OFF
STOP
Cassette is not loaded.
Standby off mode
Note
Stop mode
As the factory default setting, basic menu item 005,
DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT is set to OFF.
Changing the setting of basic menu item 005,
DISPLAY INFORMATION SELECT allows different
time data to be displayed in the bottom line of the
display.
F.FWD
Fast forward mode
REW
Rewind mode
PLAY
Playback mode (servo unlocked)
Playback mode (servo locked)
A still picture in jog mode
Jog mode in forward direction
Jog mode in reverse direction
A still picture in shuttle mode
Shuttle mode
PLAY
LOCK
STILL
FWD
REV
JOG
JOG
For details, see section 7-3 “Basic Menu” on page 7-7.
JOG
SHUTTLE
SHUTTLE
STILL
(Speed)
4-6
Chapter 4 Playback
4-3 Using the Remote Commander
Pull off the transparent film covering the battery parts.
4-3-2 Setting Menu
When a Remote Commander is used, WIRELESS
REMOTE CONTROL, extended menu item 213, must
to be set to ON. (It is set to OFF at the factory.)
(The following operation is an example of how
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL is switched from
OFF to ON.)
4-3-1 How to Change the
Lithium Battery
1 Pull out the lithium battery case.
Pull the battery case toward you while releasing
the lock by plucking it with your fingernail.
1 Select WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL,
extended menu item 213, to display it.
The illustration shows the information displayed in
the time data display area and on the monitor
connected to the COMPOSITE (SUPER) output
connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector (for J-
10SDI/30SDI only) or DV connector.
Time data display area
2 Set lithium battery in the case so that the + symbol
on the battery is facing you.
Monitor screen
REMOTE INTERFACE
137
❉
213:WIRELESS-off
501
3 Push the lithium battery case back into its original
position.
Items without ❉ are omitted.
Notes on the Remote Commander
• If there is an obstacle between the Remote
Commander and the remote control detector, the
Remote Commander sometimes does not work
properly. Point the Remote Commander at the remote
control detector on the front side of the unit.
• The effective remote control area is limited. It
becomes easier to control the unit the closer you get
and if you point the Remote Commander directly at
the front of the unit.
• Change the battery when the Remote Commander
does not work properly.
Chapter 4 Playback
4-7
4-3 Using the Remote Commander
2 Turn the JOG/SHUTTLE dial to change the setting
from “OFF” to “ON” while holding down the JOG/
SHUTTLE button, and then release the JOG/
SHUTTLE button.
This unit
Time data display area
Remote control detector
Infrared transmitter
Monitor screen
REMOTE INTERFACE
137
❉
213:WIRELESS-on
501
Remote
Commander
Items without ❉ are omitted.
Note
When two or more units of J-10/10SDI/30/30SDI or
J-H1/H3 (J-H series of compact players) are placed
close to each other, the Remote Commander may
affect more than one unit. In this case, select OFF in
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL, extended menu
item 213, of the other units you do not want to operate.
(ON flashes while the JOG/SHUTTLE button is
being pressed.)
3 Press the SET/MENU button.
Time data display area and monitor go back to the
original views.
4-3-3 Operating the Remote
Commander
Press the function keys while pointing the infrared
transmitter of the Remote Commander at the remote
control detector.
Each key functions same as the corresponding key on
the control panel attached to the unit.
Note
For the SEARCH key,
is 10 times forward speed,
is 10 times reverse speed.
4-8
Chapter 4 Playback
Chapter
5
UMID Functions
5-1 Overview of UMID Functions
The UMID (Unique Material Identifier) is a type of
meta-data in video and audio materials. It has been
internationally standardized in SMPTE Standard
330M. This unit supports generation of UMIDs
recorded in the Digital Betacam or MPEG IMX
format.
A UMID with a Basic section only is called a Basic
UMID. A UMID with both Basic and Source Pack
sections is called an Extended UMID. The following
figure shows a general overview of the information
contained in a UMID.
The UMID is made up of a section called the “Basic”
section and a section called the “Source Pack” section.
The Basic section contains information such as the
device that recorded the material and whether the
material is the original or a copy. The Source Pack
section contains information about when/where/who
recorded the material.
UMID
Basic
Instance Number
Copy or original
Material Number
Which device recorded the original
Source Pack
Date/Time
When was it recorded
Spatial Co-ordinates
Where was it recorded
Stored Ownership
Who recorded it
Chapter 5 UMID Functions
5-1
5-2 UMID Output and Display
This section explains how to output and display
UMIDs.
1
2
3
Instance Number Generation Method
Instance Number
Material Number Generation Method
4, 5 Material Number
5-2-1 UMID Output Settings
6
7
8
9
0
qa
Year/Month/Date
Hour:Minute:Second
Time Zone
GPS Altitude
Number of Satellites
Auxiliary Device
You can choose to output UMIDs or not from the SDI
or SDI (SUPER) output connector, and select either
Basic UMID or Extended UMID when you choose to
output UMIDs. Make these settings using extended
menu item 651, UMID OUTPUT.
(“ ”: not equiped, “+”: equiped)
PDOP (Position Dilution Of Precision value)
Longitude (E: east/W: west)
Latitude (S: south/N: north)
Organization Code
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
See page 7-11 for more information about extended menu
item 651.
5-2-2 UMID Display
User Code
Country Code
During playback, UMID data appears on the video
monitor by superimposition.
To display the UMID
Press the PLAY button while holding down the SHIFT
button.
To exit from UMID display
Press again the PLAY button while holding down the
SHIFT button.
UMID display on the video monitor
During playback in the Digital Betacam format
(J-30SDI) or in the MPEG IMX format (J-30/30SDI),
the video monitor connected to the COMPOSITE
(SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output
connector (for J-30SDI only) or DV connector
displays all UMID items at once as shown in the
following figure.
5-2
Chapter 5 UMID Functions
Chapter
6
Essence Marks
6-1 Overview of Essence Mark Functions
An essence mark uses a term value dictionary item as
defined in the SMPTE RP210A Metadata Dictionary
to express and transfer points such as recording start
points and edit point candidates in up to 32 bytes of
data.
The basic format of the SMPTE RP210A Metadata
Dictionary is defined in SMPTE 336M Data Encoding
Protocol using Key-Length-Value (KLV coding
specifications).
Chapter 6 Essence Marks
6-1
5-62-M2enEusOspeernatcioensMark Output
When playing back a tape, essence marks recorder on
the tape can be output to SDI signals. Information such
as shot marks recorded on the tape can also be
converted into essence marks and output.
Selecting whether to output essence
marks
You can select whether or not to output essence marks
when you play back a tape. Make this selection using
extended menu item 657, ESSENCE MARK TAPE
OUTPUT.
See page 7-11 for more information about extended menu
item 657.
Outputting shot marks converted into
essence marks
You can select whether or not to convert shot marks
recorded on a tape into essence marks for output when
you play back the tape. Make this selection using
extended menu item 658, SHOT MARK ESSENCE
MARK CONVERT.
When extended menu item 658 is set to ON, you can
specify the VANC1) line into which to insert essence
marks in extended menu item 660, ESSENCE MARK
VANC LINE.
See page 7-11 for more information about extended menu
items 658 and 660.
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................
1) VANC: Vertical ancillary (data).
6-2
Chapter 6 Essence Marks
Chapter
7
Setup Menu
7-1 Menu System Configuration
The principal setup operations required before
operating this unit can be carried out using setup
menus.
• Extended menu
This menu is used to make the following wide range
of settings on this unit:
The menu system of this unit is comprised of a basic
menu and an extended menu.
– the control panel functions
– tape protection
• Basic menu
– video and audio control
This menu is used to make the following settings:
– the digital hours meter
– digital data processing
– the character information superimposed on the
output to the monitor
This unit allows up to two menu settings to be stored
in menu banks 1 and 2.
– settings for switching between the 525 (NTSC) and
625 (PAL) systems
The stored menu settings can be called up to use as
required.
– settings for the menu banks for retaining menu
settings
For more information, see “Menu bank operations (basic
menu items B01 to B12)” on page 7-5.
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-1
7-72-M2enuMOepneruatiOonpserations
This section describes the basic menu displays and
how to change the settings.
Cursor indicating
the currently
*HO1:OPE HOURS
HO2:DRUM HOURS -
-
102
52
For information about how to use basic menu item 013, see
“Switching between 525/625 line systems (basic menu item
013)” on page 7-4, and for information about how to
operate items B01 to B12, see “Menu bank operations
(basic menu items B01 to B12)” on page 7-5.
selected item
For information about how to use the extended menu, see
the section “Extended menu operations” on page 7-6.
If the SET/MENU button is pressed while holding
down the SHIFT button to display the menu settings in
the time data display area, a full-screen version also
appears on a monitor connected to the COMPOSITE
(SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output
connector (J-10SDI/30SDI only), or DV connector as
shown in the above figure.
Displaying the menus
SHIFT button
Time data display area
Changing the currently displayed menu
item
JOG/SHUTTLE button
SET/MENU button
Press the SET/MENU button while holding down the
SHIFT button.
The setting of the currently selected menu item
appears in the time data display area.
JOG/SHTL indicator
JOG/SHUTTLE dial
Turn the JOG/SHUTTLE dial.
Turning the JOG/SHUTTLE dial to the right
increments the item number and turning it to the left
decrements the item number.
Item number
(flashing)
Item name (first four
characters)
The item number changes at a rate depending on the
JOG/SHUTTLE dial position (when the SHTL
indicator is lit) or on the JOG/SHUTTLE dial rotation
rate (when the JOG indicator is lit).
Displaying the menus on the monitor
Menu setting can be done on the monitor while
superimposing is set to ON.
7-2
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
Changing a menu item setting value
Resetting the menu settings to their
factory default values (basic menu item
B20)
To change the setting value of the currently displayed
menu item, use the following procedure.
Time data display area
1
2
SET/MENU button
1 Holding down the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the
1 Set RESET SETUP, basic menu item B20, to ON.
JOG/SHUTTLE dial.
“PUSH SET” appears in the time data display area,
and “Push SET button” appears on the monitor
screen.
The setting value changes at a rate based on the
SHUTTLE dial position or on the JOG dial
rotation rate.
2 Press the SET/MENU button.
The current active menu settings (see “Menu bank
operations (basic menu items B01 to B12)”) are
reset to their factory default settings.
Setting value (flashes while changing)
3 Press the SET/MENU button again.
The settings are saved and the menu display
disappears from the time data display area.
2 When the desired setting value is displayed, press
the SET/MENU button.
This saves the new setting value, and the menu
display disappears from the time data display area.
To cancel the change
Press the SET/MENU button while holding down
the SHIFT button before pressing the SET/MENU
button only.
The menu display disappears from the time data
display area without saving the new setting value.
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-3
7-2 Menu Operations
2 Holding down the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the
JOG/SHUTTLE dial to change the setting from
OFF to ON.
Switching between 525/625 line systems
(basic menu item 013)
Using the following procedure, you can set basic menu
item 013, 525/625 SYSTEM SELECT, to ON, and
then switch between 525 (NTSC) and 625 (PAL).
The displays change as follows.
Time data display area
(The following is the procedure example of switching
from a 525 (NTSC) system to a 625 (PAL) system.)
Monitor screen
1 Select basic menu item 013 and display it.
ITEM-013
The time data display area and the monitor screen
connected the COMPOSITE (SUPER) output
connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector (for
J-10SDI/30SDI only) or DV connector show the
following displays.
525/625 SYSTEM
SELECT
ON
Push SET button!!
Time data display area
3 Press the SET/MENU button.
The displays change as follows.
Time data display area
Monitor screen
ITEM-013
525/625 SYSTEM
SELECT
OFF
Monitor screen
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT
525
If the 525/625 setting
is changed, turn power
off and on!
7-4
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
4 Holding down the JOG/SHUTTLE button, turn the
JOG/SHUTTLE dial to change the setting from
525 to 625.
This switches from the 525 (NTSC) to the 625
(PAL) system; the 525 indicator goes off, and the
625 indicator lights.
The menu settings disappear from the time data
display area, and returns to the normal indications.
The displays change as follows.
Time data display area
Menu bank operations (basic menu items
B01 to B12)
Monitor screen
This unit allows two different complete sets of menu
settings to be saved in what are termed “menu banks,”
numbered 1 and 2. Saved sets of menu settings are
recalled for use as required.
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT
625
Push SET button!!
To jump to menu item B01 or H01
The unit recalls any required menu items when you
turn the JOG/SHUTTLE dial after pressing the SET/
MENU button while holding down the SHIFT button.
Press the SET/MENU button while holding down the
SHIFT button, then press the CTL/TC/UB button.
Every time you press the CTL/TC/UB button, menu
item H01 or B01 is recalled alternately.
To cancel the 525/625 setting operation
Holding down the SHIFT button, press the SET/
MENU button the required number of times to exit
from the menu.
Saving the current active menu settings
Set menu item SAVE BANK 1, basic menu item B11,
or SAVE BANK 2, basic menu item B12, to ON,
depending on which of the menu banks you wish to
use to save the setting, then press the SET/MENU
button.
5 Press the SET/MENU button.
The displays change as follows.
Time data display area
Recalling settings from a menu bank
Set menu item RECALL BANK 1, basic menu item
B01, or RECALL BANK 2, basic menu item B02, to
ON, depending on which of the menu banks you wish
to recall settings from, then press the SET/MENU
button.
You can see
“POWER OFF/ON”
by scrolling the
indication.
Monitor screen
525/625 SYSTEM SELECT
625
Recall
POWER off/on!!
Current active
Menu bank 1
Save
menu settings
Recall
Save
Menu bank 2
6 Turn the POWER switch off momentarily, then
turn it on again.
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-5
7-2 Menu Operations
Extended menu operations
You can operate the extended menu in the same way
as you operate the basic menu.
For details of basic menu operations, see page 7-2.
Note
To access the extended menu, it is required to set
MENU GRADE, basic menu item 099, to ENHAN.
7-6
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-3 Basic Menu
The basic menu contains the following items.
In the “Settings” column of the table, the factory
default settings are indicated by an enclosing box.
Item number Item name
Settings
002a)
CHARACTER H-
POSITION
Adjust the horizontal screen position of the character information output from the
COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector (J-
10SDI/30SDI), or DV connector for superimposed display on the monitor.
00 ... 04 ... 08: The value 00 is for the far left of the screen and 08 for the far right.
Increasing the value moves the position of the characters to the right.
003a), b)
CHARACTER V-
POSITION
Adjust the vertical screen position of the first line of the character information
output from the COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output
connector (J-10SDI/30SDI), or DV connector for superimposed display on the
monitor.
00 ... 11 ... 14 (525 mode)/00 ... 14 ... 17 (625 mode): The hexadecimal value 00
is for the top of the screen and increasing the value lowers the position of the
characters.
Determines the kind of character information to be output from the COMPOSITE
(SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector (J-10SDI/30SDI), or
DV connector for superimposed display on the monitor.
005
DISPLAY INFORMATION
SELECT
OFF : Displays no character information.
T&STA : Time data display information and the unit’s status.
T&UB: Time data display information and the user bits.
T&CTL: Time data display information and CTL.
T&T: Time data display information and time code (LTC or VITC).
TIME: Time data display information only
If there is an overlap between the setting of this item and the setting of the control
panel, it is automatically avoided. For example, if CTL is selected on the control
panel and this menu item setting is T&CTL, CTL and LTC will be output.
007
TAPE TIMER DISPLAY
CHARACTER TYPE
Determines whether to display the CTL counter in 12-hour mode or 24-hour mode.
+ –12H : 12-hour mode
24H: 24-hour mode
009a)
Determines the type of characters such as time code output from the
COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector
(J-10SDI/30SDI), or DV connector for superimposed display on the monitor.
WHITE : White letters on a black background.
BLACK: Black letters on a white background.
W/OUT: White letters with black outlines.
B/OUT: Black letters with white outlines.
011a)
CHARACTER V-SIZE
Determines the vertical size of characters such as time code output from the
COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER) output connector
(J-10SDI/30SDI), or DV connector for superimposed display on the monitor.
×1 : Standard size
×2: 2 times standard size
a) When setting items 002, 003, 009 and 011 watch the
monitor screen, and adjust to the required state.
b) When displaying time code values, there is a slight time
delay. Therefore, when creating a tape for off-line
editing, the information inserted in the upper half of the
screen may be delayed by one frame.
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-7
7-3 Basic Menu
Item number Item name
Settings
Determines whether or not to display the channel status in addition to the
characters being superimposed.
012
CONDITION DISPLAY ON
VIDEO MONITOR
disable : Disables display
(The channel status can
be displayed only when
the CHARACTER V-SIZE
is set to ×1.)
enable: Enables display
Displayed channel status
The channel statuses are displayed under the timer or status display line. (When
an analog tape is inserted, only the playback level of the video is displayed.)
e.g. V — A —
The letters that follow “V” indicate the status of the video channels of the rotation
head.
The letters that follow “A” indicate the status of the audio channels of the rotation
head.
Character patterns
–: Good condition
*: Acceptable condition
x: Bad condition
013
Specify whether to enable switching between the 525 (NTSC) and 625 (PAL) systems.
OFF : Do not enable system switching.
ON: Enable system switching.
525/625 SYSTEM
SELECT
You can choose and set 525 (NTSC) or 625 (PAL) as this unit’s initial operation
mode. If the unit is set as 525 (NTSC) mode beforehand, setting this item to ON and
switching the system to 625 (PAL) mode enables the unit to operate in 625/50
mode. On the other hand, if the unit is set as 625 (PAL) mode beforehand, setting
this item to ON and switching the system to 525 (NTSC) mode enables the unit to
operate in 525/60 mode.
For information on how to switch the system or other details, see “Switching
between 525/625 line systems (basic menu item 013)” on page 7-4.
020
022
024
DROP-FRAME MODE
SELECT
(When operating in 525
mode)
Determines the drop-frame mode of the CTL counter.
DF : Drop-frame mode
NDF: Non-drop-frame mode
Determines the function assigned to PF2 button.
REM : Displays the remaining tape time by minute.
RUN : Displays the total number of times that the tape has been running until
then.
PF2 KEY SELECT
Selects the type of characters to superimpose on the video signal (overlaid
display) output from the COMPOSITE (SUPER) output connector, SDI (SUPER)
output connector (J-10SDI/30SDI), or DV connector.
WHITE : White letters on a black background
MENU CHARACTER
TYPE
BLACK: Black letters on a white background
W/OUT: White letters with black outlines
B/OUT: Black letters with white outlines
NOISELESS PB MODE
AUDIO MONITOR MODE
Select whether or not to use the noiseless playback function (when using
Betacam SX or MPEG IMX format).
Disable : Do not use the noiseless playback function.
Enable: Use the noiseless playback function.
Select a mode of AUDIO MONITOR.
MONO: Monaural + mix
025
026
STEREO : Stereo + mix
7-8
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
Item number Item name
Settings
027
SDI OUT CHARACTER
(J-10SDI/30SDI only)
Select whether or not to superimpose the type of characters over the video signal
(overlap display) output from the SDI (SUPER) connectors.
OFF: Does not superimpose.
ON : Superimposes.
030
i.LINK CHARACTER
Selects whether or not to superimpose characters on the video signal (overlap
display) output from the DV connector.
OFF : Does not superimpose.
ON: Superimposes.
Item number Item name
Settings
099
MENU GRADE
Determines the menus that can be changed.
BASIC : Basic menu
ENHAN: Basic menu + Extended menu
B01
B02
B11
B12
B20
RECALL BANK 1
RECALL BANK 2
SAVE BANK 1
SAVE BANK 2
RESET SETUP
Set to ON to recall current menu settings from menu bank 1.
Set to ON to recall current menu settings from menu bank 2.
Set to ON to save current menu settings to menu bank 1.
Set to ON to save current menu settings to menu bank 2.
Set to ON to reset current menu settings to factory default values.
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-9
7-4 Extended Menu
7-4 Extended Menu
The extended menu contains the following items.
In the “Settings” column of the table, the factory
default settings are indicated by an enclosing box.
Item name
Item number
Settings
101
SELECTION FOR JOG/
SHUTTLE DIAL ENABLE
Select how the unit enters the jog/shuttle mode.
DIAL : Turning the JOG/SHUTTLE dial enters the jog/shuttle mode.
KEY : Press the JOG/SHUTTLE button to enter jog/shuttle mode.
102
Set the tape speed for fast-forward, rewind and jog/shuttle mode operations.
MAX : Fast forward, rewind and jog/shuttle mode operations are carried out at
maximum speed.
MAXIMUM TAPE SPEED
MX/24: Fast forward and rewind operations are carried out at maximum speed,
and jog/shuttle mode operations are carried out at up to 24 times normal
speed.
×24: Fast forward, rewind and jog/shuttle mode operations are carried out at up to
24 times normal speed.
Maximum speed for fast forward and rewind
• Analog cassettes: 24 times normal playback speed
• Digital cassettes: 50 times normal playback speed
Maximum speed for jog/shuttle mode
• Analog cassettes: 18 (525)/20 (625) times normal playback speed (NTSC/PAL)
• Digital cassettes: Betacam SX
MPEG IMX
35 times normal playback speed
32 (525)/38 (625) times normal playback
speed (J-30/30SDI only)
Digital Betacam 21 times normal playback speed (J-30/
30SDI only)
104
AUDIO MUTING TIME
Select the length of time for which audio muting occurs when the unit switches to
playback either from stopped or from still playback in the jog/shuttle mode.
LOCK : Make the audio output signal muted until the servo lock functions.
OFF : Set the audio muting time to zero (i.e. no muting).
0.1S ... 1.0S: Set the audio muting time from 0.1 seconds to 1.0 second, in 0.1-
second increments.
105
114
REFERENCE SYSTEM
ALARM
Select whether or not to display a warning when the video/audio reference signal
is not supplied.
OFF : No warning.
ON : Flash the STOP indicator as a warning.
AUDIO MONITOR
OUTPUT LEVEL
Choose whether or not to permit changes in the audio monitor output level from
the control panel (which can simultaneously be monitored via the headphone
jack) using the volume control knob on the control panel.
FIXED : Output level changes not permitted.
VAR: Output level changes permitted.
125
AUTO REWIND
Determine whether or not to rewind the tape automatically when playback
reaches the end of a tape.
DIS: Do not rewind automatically.
ENA : Rewind automatically.
130
137
TIMER DISPLAY
DIMMER CONTROL
Set the brightness of the time data/menu display.
0 to 3 : The brightness can be set within this range. 3 is the brightest and 0 is the
darkest.
TRACKING CONTROL
VIA JOG/SHUTTLE DIAL
Select the tracking control in the JOG/SHUTTLE dial.
OFF : Disables tracking control.
ON: Enables tracking control by turning the JOG/SHUTTLE dial in the PLAY
mode. (When this item is set to ON, the JOG and SHTL indicators in the
display section flash.)
142
213
REPEAT MODE
Select whether or not to put the unit into repeat playback mode.
OFF : Do not put the unit into repeat playback mode.
PLAY: Put the unit into repeat playback mode.
WIRELESS REMOTE
CONTROL
Select control mode with the infrared Remote Commander.
OFF : Do not operate.
ON: Operate.
7-10
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
Item name
Item number
Settings
501
Sets the time interval from the tape stop mode to the tape protection mode.
In order to protect the video heads and the tape, this unit enters the tape
protection mode automatically after a certain amount of time has elapsed since
the unit entered the tape stop mode (STOP mode or a still picture in jog/shuttle
mode).
STILL TIMER
0.5S ... 8M ... 30M: Set the value in the range 0.5 seconds to 30 minutes.
651
UMID OUTPUT
(J-30SDI only)
When using the Digital Betacam or MPEG IMX format, select whether or not to
output the UMID data recorded on the tape from the SDI output connector and
the type of the UMID data if it is output.
OFF : Do not output the UMID data.
BASIC: Output as the Basic UMID data (32 byte).
EXTENDED: Output as the Extended UMID data (64 byte).
Notes
• Even if EXTENDED is selected, Basic UMID is output if Basic UMID is recorded
on the tape being played back.
• When menu item 901, VIDEO OUTPUT DATA is set to 8bit, nothing of UMID is
output.
657
658
ESSENCE MARK TAPE
OUTPUT
(J-30SDI only)
When using the Digital Betacam or MPEG IMX format, select whether or not to
output essence marks recorded on the tape from the SDI output connector.
ON: Output essence marks recorded on the tape.
OFF : Do not output essence marks recorded on the tape.
Note
When menu item 901, VIDEO OUTPUT DATA is set to 8bit, nothing of essence
marks is output.
SHOT MARK ESSENCE
MARK CONVERT
(J-10SDI/30SDI only)
When using the Digital Betacam, MPEG IMX or Betacam SX format, select
whether or not to convert shot marks recorded in the LTC track into essence
marks and output them from the SDI output connector.
ON: Convert shot marks into essence marks and output.
OFF : Do not convert shot marks into essence marks.
Depending on the type of the detected shot marks, the output essence marks are
“_RecStart”, “_ShotMark1”, or “_ShotMark2”.
Notes
• Of the shot marks, post marks are not converted to essence marks.
• Shot mark detection timing depends on playback conditions.
• When menu item 901, VIDEO OUTPUT DATA is set to 8bit, nothing of essence
marks is output.
660
ESSENCE MARK VANC
LINE
When menu item 658 is set to ON, specify the line into which to insert shot marks
converted into essence marks.
(J-10SDI/30SDI only)
12H, 13H, 15H, 16H, 17H , 18H, 19H (525-line mode)
09H, 10H, 12H, 13H, 14H, 15H, 16H, 17H , 18H (625-line mode)
710
INTERNAL VIDEO
SIGNAL GENERATOR
Select the test signal to be output from the VTR’s internal test signal generator.
OFF : No test signal is generated. (The VTR operates normally.)
CB75: 75% color bar signal
713a)
VIDEO SETUP
REFERENCE LEVEL
(When operating in 525
mode)
Set the setup amount to be added to the composite output signal.
Default value: 0.0%
7.5%
715a)
716a)
717a)
718a)
VIDEO GAIN CONTROL
Adjust the video output level. Only Y signal adjustment is permitted.
Default value: 20H
CHROMA GAIN
CONTROL
Adjust the chroma output level.
Default value: 20H
CHROMA PHASE
CONTROL
Adjust the chroma phase. Only composite output signal adjustment is permitted.
Default value: 80H
SETUP LEVEL (525 mode)/ Adjust the setup level (black level).
BLACK LEVEL (625 mode)
Default value: 0H
a) Menu items 713 and 715 to 718 can be used only for
video processing of the analog video signal. They
cannnot be used for video processing of the digital video
signal (SDI/DV output).
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
7-11
7-4 Extended Menu
Item name
Item number
Settings
719
SYSTEM PHASE SYNC
Adjust the SYNC phase of the output signal.
Default value: 3FH
721
802
Y/C DELAY
Adjust the Y/C delay for playback from an analog Betacam cassette.
Default value: 800H
DIGITAL AUDIO MUTING Set the digital audio muting conditions during shuttle playback.
IN SHUTTLE MODE
OFF : Not muted.
CUEUP: Muted during cue-up or preroll operations.
FULL: Muted in shuttle mode.
SLOW: Muted in 0.2 times or slower.
808
INTERNAL AUDIO
SIGNAL GENERATOR
Select the operation of the internal audio test signal generator.
OFF : No operation.
1KHZ: At 1 kHz, –20 dB FS sine wave is output on all audio output channels.
831a)
i.LINK AUDIO OUTPUT
SELECT
Selects audio channels output from the DV connector.
CH1/2 : Outputs audio signals (16 bits/48K) recorded in CH-1/2.
CH3/4: Outputs audio signals (16 bits/48K) recorded in CH-3/4.
CH1/2/3/4: Outputs audio signals (12 bits/32K) recorded in CH-1/2/3/4.
CH5/6: Outputs audio signals (16 bits/48K) in CH-5/6 (J-30/30SDI).
CH7/8: Outputs audio signals (16 bits/48K) in CH-7/8 (J-30/30SDI).
CH5/6/7/8: Outputs audio signals (12 bits/32K) in CH-5/6/7/8 (J-30/30SDI).
901b)
922
VIDEO OUTPUT DATA
(J-10SDI/30SDI only)
Set the bit length of the signal output from the SDI output connector.
10bit : When connecting to a 10-bit system
8bit: When connecting to a 8-bit system
IMX NOISELESS PB
SELECT
(J-30/30SDI only)
Select the noiseless playback picture output when using the MPEG IMX format.
FRAME : Frame picture
FIELD1: Field 1 picture
FIELD2: Field 2 picture
a) Audio signals are muted if you select the channel
unavailable for the format you are using.
b) Select the bit length used in the system to which this unit
is connected.
7-12
Chapter 7 Setup Menu
Chapter
8
Maintenance and
Inspection
8-1 Removing a Cassette When Tape Slack Occurs
If tape slack occurs in the unit, it is necessary to
remove the top and bottom plates. This job should
always be entrusted to a technician who has undergone
service training.
See the maintenance manual for details.
8-2 Head Cleaning
To clean the video heads and audio heads, always use
the special-purpose Sony BCT-HD12CL cleaning
cassette.
Follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette
carefully, as inappropriate use of the cleaning cassette
can damage the heads.
To carry out head cleaning
Insert the cleaning cassette.
Head cleaning starts.
After an automatic head cleaning operation which lasts
for about 3 seconds, the cleaning cassette is
automatically ejected.
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Inspection
8-1
8-1 Removing a Cassette When Tape Slack Occurs
8-3 Moisture Condensation
When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold to a
warm location, or used in a very humid place, moisture
from the air can condense on the head-drum. This is
called moisture condensation. If the tape is run in this
state, it can adhere to the drum. To prevent such a
condition from occurring, the unit is provided with a
moisture condensation detecting function.
If moisture condenses on the head-drum while the unit
is in use, the ALARM indicator flashes and “E10-
0000” is displayed in the time data display area.
“E10-0000” is displayed in the time data display area.
ALARM indicator
If this happens, the drum and capstan motors stop and
the cassette is automatically ejected. Then, the drum
starts to rotate again to dry its surface. In this state, the
unit is not operable. When the moisture has
evaporated, the ALARM indicator goes off and the
“E10-0000” message disappears.
If the ALARM indicator lights and “E10-0000”
appears immediately after powering the unit
on
Leave the unit powered on and wait until the ALARM
indicator goes off and the error message disappears.
Do not insert a cassette while the indicator is lit.
Use the unit when the indicator goes off and the error
message disappears.
If you move the unit from a cold to a warm
location
Leave the unit powered off for about 10 minutes, in
order to give the unit time to detect moisture
condensation.
8-2
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Inspection
8-4 Error Messages
CODE MESSAGE
ERRORS
01
02
03
04
05
REEL TROUBLE
Detected “tape slack” during threading or unthreading.
Detected “tape slack” or “tape break” during search, fast-forward, or rewind.
Detected “tape slack,” “tape break,” or “reel rock in the S-side or T-side” during playback.
Detected abnormal tape speed during fast-forward or rewind.
REEL TROUBLE
REEL TROUBLE
REEL TROUBLE
REEL TROUBLE
Detected abnormal operation on the S-side or T-side reel during cassette compartment
operation.
06
07
08
09
0A
10
11
12
13
20
92
96
97
98
TAPE TENSION
CAPSTAN TROUBLE
DRUM TROUBLE
TH/UNTH MOTOR
THREADING
Detected excessive tape tension during playback.
Detected abnormal operation of capstan motor.
Detected abnormal operation of drum motor.
Detected abnormal operation during threading or unthreading.
Detected incorrect ending of process for tape top when threading.
Detected moisture condensation.
HUMID
TAPE T/E SENSOR
TAPE TOP SENSOR
TAPE END SENSOR
Detected tape top and tape end simultaneously.
Detected abnormal condition in tape top sensor.
Detected abnormal condition in tape end sensor.
CASS COMP MOTOR Detected abnormal condition during cassette compartment operation.
INTERNAL I/F ERROR Detected abnormal condition in communication between SYS CPU and other CPU/MPUs.
SY NV-RAM ERROR
SV NV-RAM ERROR
RF NV-RAM ERROR
Detected abnormal operation in a system control device, NV-RAM.
Detected abnormal operation in a servo system device, NV-RAM.
Detected abnormal operation in an RF system device, NV-RAM.
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Inspection
8-3
8-1 Removing a Cassette When Tape Slack Occurs
8-5 Digital Hours Meter
The digital hours meter can display nine items of
information, in corresponding display modes, about
the operational history of the unit. Use it as a guide in
scheduling periodic maintenance.
H16:REEL SHIFT mode (resettable)
Same as H06 except that the count is resettable.
Displaying the digital hours meter
Display modes of the digital hours meter
Time data display area
The digital hours meter has the following nine modes.
CTL/TC/UB button
SHIFT button
H01:OPERATION mode
Displays the total number of hours the unit has been
powered on in units of 1 hour.
H02: DRUM RUNNING mode
Displays the total number of hours the drum has run
with tape threaded in units of 1 hour.
H03:TAPE RUNNING mode
Displays the total number of hours the unit has been in
fast forward, rewind, playback, or search (except for
stop and still) mode in units of 1 hour.
SET/MENU button
JOG/SHUTTLE dial
To display the digital hours meter
H04:THREADING mode
Press the SET/MENU button while holding down the
SHIFT button, then turn the JOG/SHUTTLE dial to
display the required item in the time data display area.
Displays the total number of times the tape has been
threaded/unthreaded.
H06:REEL SHIFT mode
To jump to H01
Displays the total number of times that the reel has
been shifted according to the size of the cassette (L
cassette or S cassette) in use.
Press the SET/MENU button while holding down the
SHIFT button, then press the CTL/TC/UB button.
Every time you press the CTL/TC/UB button, menu
item H01 or B01 is recalled alternately.
H12:DRUM RUNNING mode (resettable)
Same as H02 except that the count is resettable.
By resetting the cumulative drum running time after
changing the rotating head drum, this count can be
used as a guide in determining when to replace the
drum.
To exit from the digital hours meter
Press the SET/MENU button.
H13:TAPE RUNNING mode (resettable)
Same as H03 except that the count is resettable.
This count can be used as a guide in determining when
to replace such components as fixed heads and pinch
rollers.
H14:THREADING mode (resettable)
Same as H04 except that the count is resettable.
This can be used as a guide in determining when to
replace, for example, the threading motor.
8-4
Chapter 8 Maintenance and Inspection
Appendix
Specifications
Analog Betacam
General
NTSC: 118.6 mm/s
PAL: 101.5 mm/s
Power requirements
Power consumption
Playback time
Digital Betacam (J-30/30SDI)
124 minutes (BCT-D124L cassette)
MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI)
NTSC: 184 minutes (BCT-
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
55 W
0.55 A
Rated current
Peak inrush current
184MXL cassette)
PAL: 220 minutes (BCT-184MXL
cassette)
(1)Power ON, current probe method:40 A (240 V),
10 A (100 V)
(2)Hot switching inrush current, measured in
accordance with European standard
EN55103-1: 15 A (230 V)
Betacam SX 194 minutes (BCT-194SXLA
cassette)
Analog Betacam
Operating temperature
5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
Storage temperature
NTSC: 90 minutes (BCT-90MLA
cassette)
PAL: 108 minutes (BCT-90MLA
cassette)
Fast forward/rewind time
Approx. 5 minutes with
BCT-194SXLA cassette
Search speed
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
25% to 80%
J-10/10SDI: 8.1 kg (17 lb 13 oz)
J-30/30SDI: 8.2 kg (18 lb 1 oz)
Humidity
Mass
Dimensions (w/h/d)
307 × 100 × 397 mm
Shuttle mode Betacam playback: Still to 18
times (NTSC)/ 20 times (PAL)
normal speed playback
(12 1/8 × 4 × 15 3/4 inches)
Betacam SX playback: Still to 35
times normal speed playback
MPEG IMX playback (J-30/
30SDI): Still to 32 times (NTSC)/
38 times (PAL) normal speed
playback
Digital Betacam playback (J-30/
30SDI): Still to 21 times normal
speed playback
Tape transport system
Tape speed
Digital Betacam (J-30/30SDI)
96.7 mm/s
MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI)
NTSC: 64.5 mm/s
PAL: 53.8 mm/s
Betacam SX 59.6mm/s
Jog mode
Still to 1 times normal playback
speed
Appendix
A-1
Specifications
Servo lock time (from standby)
S/N
56 dB or more
1% or less
1.5 second or less
Load/unload time 7 seconds or less
Cassette types Digital Betacam cassette (J-30/
K factor (2T pulse)
30SDI)
MPEG IMX cassette (J-30/30SDI)
Betacam SX cassette
Betacam SP cassette
Betacam cassette
Digital audio system
Digital audio signal format
Betacam SX, Digital Betacam (J-30/30SDI): CH-1 -
CH-4
UVW cassette
MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI): CH-1 - CH-8
Sampling frequency
Digital video system
48 kHz (synchronized with video)
Quantization
Wow and flutter Below measurable level
Headroom
Emphasis
16 bits/ sample or 20 bits/sample
Digital video signal system
Sampling frequency
Y: 13.5 MHz
20 dB (or 18 dB, 16 dB selectable)
T1= 50 µs, T2=15 µs
R–Y/B–Y: 6.75 MHz
Quantization
Digital Betacam (J-30/30SDI): 10
bits/sample
MPEG IMX (J-30/30SDI): 8 bits/
sample
Betacam SX: 8 bits/sample
Coefficient recording system/
MPEG2 4:2:2 P@ML
Analog output
A/D, D/A quantization
16 bits/sample or 20 bits/sample
Frequency response
20 Hz to 20 kHz +1 dB/ –1.5 dB
(0 dB, 1 kHz)
85 dB or more (at 1 kHz, emphasis
on)
0.1% or less (at 1 kHz, emphasis
on, reference level (+4 dBm))
–75 dB or less (at 1 kHz, between
any two channels)
Compression
Dynamic range
Distortion
Channel coding S-I-NRZI PR-IV
Error correction Reed-Solomon code
Analog composite output
Bandwidth
Crosstalk
Y: 0.5 to 4.0 MHz +0.5 dB/
–3.0 dB (NTSC)
Y: 0.5 to 4.5 MHz +0.5 dB/
–3.0 dB (PAL)
Input/output connectors of J-10/30
S/N
53 dB or more
Differential gain 2% or less
Differential phase 2° or less
K factor (2T pulse)
Output connectors
COMPOSITE (SUPER)
BNC (1), Phono jack (1), including
1% or less
character superimposition
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, Sync negative
BNC (3), Y: 1.0 Vp-p, R–Y/B–Y:
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Mini-Din 4 pin (1), Y: 1.0 Vp-p,
C: 0.286 Vp-p burst, 75 Ω
IEEE1394 (1), 6-pin
Y/C delay
25ns or less
Analog component output
Bandwidth
COMPONENT
S VIDEO
MPEG IMX/Digital Betacam format (J-30)
Y: 0.5 to 5.75 MHz +0.5 dB/
–4.5 dB
DV
R–Y/B–Y: 0.5 to 2.0 MHz +0.5 dB/
–4.5 dB
Betacam SX format (J-10/30)
Y: 0.5 to 4.5 MHz +0.5 dB/–4.5 dB
(NTSC)
PHONES
JM-60 stereo phone jack
–∞ to –12 dBu at 8 Ω load,
unbalanced
AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT (L/R)
Phono jack (2), unbalanced
Y: 0.5 to 5.5 MHz +0.5 dB/–4.5 dB
(PAL)
R–Y/B–Y: 0.5 to 2.0 MHz +0.5 dB/
–4.5 dB
XLR 3-pin, male (2)
+4 dBm at 600 Ω load, low
impedance, balanced
A-2
Appendix
Remote connectors
RS232C D-sub 9-pin, male, Sony 9-pin
Remote Interface
REMOTE IN (9P) D-sub 9-pin, female, Sony 9-pin
Remote Interface
Optional accessories
AC power cord:
• For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
Part No. 1-557-377-11
Plug holder 3-613-640-01
• For customers in the United Kingdom
Part No. 1-782-165-11
Plug holder 3-613-640-01
Input connector
EXT SYNC
BNC (1), Frame lock
• For customers in European countries other than the
United Kingdom
Input/output connectors of J-10SDI/30SDI
Part No. 1-551-631-22
Plug holder 3-613-640-01
RCC-5G 9-pin Remote Control Cable
VMC-IL6635A i.LINK cable (6P-6P, 3.5 m (11 feet))
VMC-IL4635A i.LINK cable (6P-4P, 3.5 m (11 feet))
BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette Tape
Output connectors
COMPOSITE (SUPER)
BNC (1), Phono jack (1), including
character superimposition
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, Sync negative
BNC (1), SMPTE 259M, 270 Mb/s,
0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω
BNC (1), SMPTE 259M, 270 Mb/s,
0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω, including
character superimposition
Mini-Din 4 pin (1), Y: 1.0 Vp-p,
C: 0.286 Vp-p burst, 75 Ω
IEEE1394 (1), 6-pin
SDI
SDI (SUPER)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
S VIDEO
DV
TC OUTPUT
PHONES
BNC (1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
JM-60 stereo phone jack
–∞ to –12 dBu at 8 Ω load,
unbalanced
AUDIO MONITOR OUTPUT (L/R)
Phono jack (2), unbalanced
XLR 3-pin, male (2)
+4 dBm at 600 Ω load, low
impedance, balanced
Remote connectors
RS232C
D-sub 9-pin, male, Sony 9-pin
Remote Interface
REMOTE IN (9P) D-sub 9-pin, female, Sony 9-pin
Remote Interface
Input connector
EXT SYNC
BNC (1), Frame lock
Accessories supplied
Operation Manual (CD-ROM) (1)
Operation Manual (1)
Vertical installation stands (2)
RM-J1 Remote Commander (with CR2025 Lithium
Battery) (1)
Appendix
A-3
The material contained in this manual consists of
information that is the property of Sony Corporation and is
intended solely for use by the purchasers of the equipment
described in this manual.
Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the duplication of any
portion of this manual or the use thereof for any purpose
other than the operation or maintenance of the equipment
described in this manual without the express written
permission of Sony Corporation.
J-10/10SDI/
Sony Corporation
30/30SDI (SY)
3-826-997-02(1)
B & P Company
2004
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