Sony J-H1 Brochure & Specs

With the widespread use of HDCAM camcorders and studio VTRs in the high-definition field and post production, it was inevitable that producers, journalists and others involved in the program production chain would be demanding cost-effective HDCAM viewers that can readily be used in production environments. Sony provides the solution by introducing J-H Series Compact Players in two models - the J-H1 and the J-H3. Sharing the same design philosophy and physical dimensions of the existing J Series standard-definition compact players, both the J-H1 and J-H3 are affordable, compact, lightweight and offer the same low-power-consumption characteristics. While the J-H1 is ideal for broadcast use and provides HDCAM playback at 59.94i, 50i, 25P, and 29.97P, the J-H3 is equipped with a number of additional features to support 24P production, and to complement the CineAlta TM Series of VTRs.

vertically SD Composite Video Output HD Component Video Output HD and SD SDI Output RGB Computer Display Interface Viewing with the Versatile Output Capability i.LINK NLE NLE 9-pin simple remote SD Composite Audio(L/R) TC J-H3 only Source Feeding to NLE PC Phono (RCA) cable RS-232C Logging Simple Dubbing JZ-1 Videocassette Logging Software installed AVID Log Exchange digitizing format for Avid Newscutter systems Sony BVE-9100 format for linear/nonlinear editing systems HTML format for web browsing HDCAM Digital Betacam DVCAM HD-SDI or SDI Connection or i.LINK Connection HDW-2000 Deck Digital Betacam Deck DVCAM Deck Large tape Small tape Selectable Display Devices SDTV Picture Monitors HDTV Picture Monitors Computer Display Projectors •Actual size System Configurations

Sharing the same chassis design of the existing J Series multi-format compact players for standard-definition formats, both the J-H1 and J-H3 retain a compact and lightweight design, equivalent in size to a standard desktop PC. The J-H1 and J-H3 players are just 12 1/8 x 4 x 15 3/4 inches (307 x 100 x 397 mm) in size and weigh only 16 lb 9 oz (7.5 kg). Replay of Both Small and Large Cassettes Despite their very compact designs, the J-H1 and J-H3 can playback both large and small size cassettes. HDCAM Playback Capability Both the J-H1 and J-H3 have the capability to playback HDCAM cassettes that are recorded in 1080/59.94i, 50i and 1080/29.97P, 25P formats - primarily used in High Definition television production applications. The J-H3 has the additional capability to playback 1080/23.98, 24P formats to address the movie making industry, and high-end television and commercial productions. Flexible Audio Outputs Both the J-H1 and J-H3 provide two channels of analog audio output, available either from the XLR connectors or RCA pin jacks located on the rear panel. A headphone jack is also provided on the front panel. The audio channels to be output to the analog outputs and headphone jack can be selected from Ch 1/2, Ch 3/4, and Cue track. Audio is automatically muted for off-speed playback and non-data playback. Additional Features of J-H3 - Extending Applications in Post Production In addition to their common playback capability of 1080 progressive formats, HD-SDI and SD-SDI outputs, the J-H3 offers the following features. • Reference input (HD/SD switchable) • RS-422A • Time code output • Pull down function to convert 23.98P to 1080/59.94 and 525/59.94i They can be used horizontally or placed upright with the supplied vertical stand, allowing operators to locate players as desired even in space-constrained or awkward environments. 161

--- Connectivity with SDTV Monitors Both the J-H1 and J-H3 have a built-in down conversion capability, offering NTSC or PAL composite video output from the BNC and RCA output connectors. With this capability, HDCAM-originated content can be viewed on both SDTV professional and consumer monitors. Versatile Output Capability --- For Cost-Effective and Flexible Monitoring Tape Logging System with JZ-1 Software Combined use of the J-H1 or J-H3 with the JZ-1 Videocassette Logging Software creates an easy-to-use tape logging system. This is achieved by connecting the J-H1 or J-H3 to a PC* running JZ-1 software via an RS-232C cable. The JZ-1 software provides an easy-to-use GUI to create log data of edit in/out points and to add simple comments to each logged scene. In addtion, a storyboard function is available to assemble a sequence of logged scenes into a basic EDL for edit data export. *An appropriate video capture card must be installed in the PC. Tele-File TM System Another important option to increase editing efficiency is the Sony Tele-File system, a non-contact read/write system for storing production-related data on an I/C memory embedded in a 1/2-inch cassette label. Connecting a PC running JZ-1 Videocassette logging Software to the J-H1 and J-H3 allows information to be read and written to a Tele-File label (option: MLB-1M-100) via GUI-based operations. RGB Computer Display Interface --- For Connection to Computer Displays Equipped with an RGB computer display interface, both the J-H1 and J-H3 can output HDCAM-originated content to a computer display, at XGA resolution. (As the pixel count of an XGA display is 1024 x 768, the HDCAM image will be "letter-boxed" to 1024 x 577 pixels in the center.) Alternatively, when large screen viewing is preferred, the player can be connected to an XGA capable data projector. HD and SDI Outputs --- For Connection to High Grade Monitors The J-H1 and J-H3 both come equipped with a analog Y/Pb/Pr component output (BNC x 3) for connection to an HD picture monitor. The J-H3 additionally offers HD- SDI and SD-SDI outputs giving a choice of high quality monitoring and work-tape copying. (AES/EBU audio and non audio data are embedded in these digital outputs.) i.LINK® Interface ---'Single-Cable' Transmission of Video, Audio and Time Code When equipped with the optional HKJ-101 i.LINK interface board, both the J-H1 and J-H3 can down-convert the HDCAM signal to a DV signal, in which video, audio and time code are transferred through a single i.LINK interface cable. This DV-output capability allows the J-H1 or J-H3 to be connected to a compatible DVCAM® deck for straight dubbing of HDCAM material to DVCAM tape**. It also allows for a direct connection to compatible DV-based nonlinear editors. *i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the documentation that comes with any device having an i.LINK connection for information on compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. **Assemble or Insert editing is not supported. J-H3 Rear Panel Laptop PC J-H1/J-H3 PC PROJector J-H1/-JH3

124 min (29.97 Hz, with BCT-124HDL) 149 min (25 Hz, with BCT-124HDL) 7 sec or less ---- ---- ---- ---- J-H3 60 W 96.7 mm/s (29.97 Hz) , 80.7 mm/s (25 Hz), 77.4 mm/s (24 Hz) 124 min (29.97 Hz, with BCT-124HDL) 149 min (25 Hz, with BCT-124HDL) 155 min (24 Hz, with BCT-124HDL) ---- BNC x 1, SMPTE-292M BNC x 1, SMPTE-259M BNC x 1, SMPTE 12M D-sub 9 pin female (x 1), Sony 9-pin remote interface AC 100 V to 240 V 50/60 Hz +41 ˚F to +104 ˚F (+5 ˚C to +40 ˚C) -4 ˚F to +140 ˚F (-20 ˚C to +60 ˚C) 25 % to 80 % (relative humidity) 16 lb 9 oz (7.5 kg) 12 1/8 x 4 x 15 3/4 inches (307 x 100 x 397 mm) Approx. 6 min with BCT-124HD Still to ±21 times normal speed playback Still to ±1 time normal speed playback 1 sec or less (from standby on) BNC (x 3) Y: 0.7 vp-p, Pb/Pr: +/-0.7vp-p 75 Ω EIAJ RC-5237 connector, EIAJ CP-4120 standard BNC (x 1), Pin jack (x 1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω D-sub 15 pin, XGA (1024 x 768 dots), RGB, 0.7 V IEEE1394 Pin jack (x 2): -10 dBu at 47 kΩ load, unbalanced XLR (male x 2) +4 dBm, 600 Ω load, low impedance, balanced JM-60 stereo phone jack, -∞to -12 dBu at 8 Ω, unbalanced D-sub 9 pin male (x 1) BIRCS BNC x 2 Y: 700 mV (±5 %) , Pb/Pr: 700 mV (±5 %) , Sync signal: 300 mV (±5 %) Y: 0 to 20 MHz + 1.0 dB / -3.0 dB , Pb/Pr: 0 to 7 MHz +1.0 dB / -3.0 dB 56 dB or more Y, Pb, Pr: 75 Ω (±5 %) Y, Pb, Pr: ±15 nsec or less R: 700 mV (±5 %), G: 700 mV (±5 %), B: 700 mV (±5 %) XGA 60 Hz 48.4 kHz Y: 59.94i: 714 mV (±5 %), 50i: 700 mV (±5 %) Sync: 59.94i: 286 mV (±5 %), 50i: 300 mV (± 5%) Burst: 59.94i: 286 mV (±5 %), 50i: 300 mV (±5 %) 0.5 to 5.75 MHz + 0.5 dB/-3.0 dB 56 dB or more 20 nsec or less 1.0 % or less XLR: +4±0.5 dBm, -20 dBFS, 600 Ω terminated PIN: +10±0.5 dBu, -20 dBFS, 47 kΩ terminated 20 Hz to 20 kHz + 1.0 dB/-1.5 dB More than 85 dB (at 1 kHz, emphasis ON) Less than 0.1 % (at 1 kHz/-20 dBFS, emphasis ON) Below measurable level 100 Hz to 10 kHz ±3.0 dB More than 43.5 dB (3 % distortion level ) Less than 2 % (T.H.D. at 1kHz, reference level ) Less than 0.18 % Operation manual (CD-ROM), Quick operation guide, Vertical stand (x 2), Infra-red remote controller General Input/Output HD analog response XGA analog response SD composite response Analog audio response Cue audio response Supplied accessories Power requirements Power consumption Operating temperature Storage temperature Humidity Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Tape speed HDCAM Playback time Fast forward / Rewind time Search speed Servo lock time Load/unload time Digital HD video Digital SD Video Analog HD video Analog SD video Computer display i.LINK (Optional) Timecode Audio monitoring Headphone RS-232C RS-422 Wireless remote EXT SYNC Output level Bandwidth S/N ratio Output impedance Y/C Delay Output level Resolution Refresh/rate H-Frequency Output level Bandwidth S/N ratio Y/C delay K Factor (2T Pulse) Output level Frequency response Dynamic range Distortion Wow & flutter Sampling frequency S/N ratio Distortion Wow & flutter Shuttle mode Jog mode MK10033V1SMC03MAR V-2174 © 2003 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Sony, HDVS, Digital Betacam, DVCAM, CineAlta, HDCAM, i.LINK and Tele-File are trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other trade-marks are property of their respective owners. 24P, 23.98P, 29.97P and 25P are used as generic names in this literature for industry standard 24PsF, 23.98PsF, 29.97PsF and 25PsF. Printed in U.S.A. (5/03) J-H1/J-H3 Specifications Rear Panel HKJ-101 i.LINK interface board (option) J-H3 J-H1 Sony Electronics Inc. One Sony Drive Park Ridge, NJ 07656 www.sony.com/professional