Locking the Timecode to Other Devices

Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode in which the timecode output keeps running (such as Free Run or Clock).

  1. Set the following in [TC/Media] > [Timecode] in the camera menu.

    Set [Mode] to [Preset].

    Set [Run] to [Free Run].

  2. Press an assignable button assigned with the [DURATION/TC/U-BIT] function to display the timecode on the screen.
  3. Supply an HD or SD reference video signal to the GENLOCK connector and the reference timecode to the TC IN connector.

    The timecode generator of the unit acquires lock with the reference timecode, and “EXT-LK” appears on the screen.

    Once about ten seconds have elapsed after the timecode locks, the external lock state is maintained even if the external reference timecode source is disconnected.

Note

  • Check that the supplied reference timecode and the reference video signal are in a phase relationship that complies with the SMPTE timecode standard.
  • When operating with external lock, the timecode instantly acquires lock with the external timecode and the external timecode value appears in the time data display area. However, do not start recording immediately. Wait for a few seconds until the timecode generator stabilizes before recording.
  • If the frequency of the reference video signal and the frame frequency on the unit are not the same, lock cannot be acquired and the unit will not operate properly. If this occurs, the timecode will not acquire successful lock with the external timecode.
  • If the external timecode source is disconnected, the timecode may shift by one frame per hour with respect to the reference timecode.

To release external lock

Change the [TC/Media] > [Timecode] setting in the camera menu.

External synchronization is also released if the system frequency is changed and when you start recording in a special recording mode (Slow & Quick Motion or Interval Rec).

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