Timecode is the time signal. The signal comes from an external source via SMPTE, MTC, Artnet, or different forms, or the source itself may be the software or hardware we use.
Where is the timecode used?
When working with multiple professionals, it is often necessary to establish a direct time relationship between devices. This process can also be called synchronizing devices. The time information embedded in the signal, known as the timecode signal, is used for synchronization.
How does Timecode work?
Each recorded audio signal or movie frame is assigned a specific timecode signal, allowing users to sync across multiple devices by referencing this timecode.
Each recorded audio signal or movie frame is assigned a specific timecode signal, allowing users to sync across multiple devices by referencing this timecode.
Each recorded audio signal or movie frame is assigned a specific timecode signal, allowing users to sync across multiple devices by referencing this timecode.
Every camera and audio source needs an external timecode signal. The Signaling unit (Master) should be designated as the device and set to send the timecode signal (or genlock if appropriate).
All devices (Slave) listening to the other timecode signal must be set to operate as slaves with the same signal interface as the master device.
The master detects the slave and transfers the clock settings to the slave.
The slave sets its own clock to match the master clock, which synchronizes all sources equally precisely.
What did we do with Timecode?
Laser mapping, video mapping, special effects shows, synchronized fireworks shows.