Mikeb111 wrote:Since the atem is basing LTC off of the computer clock. I use an LTC generator app called timecode generator, that follows the same time code, time of day exactly. I then output it’s analog signal to whatever device needs timecode. Super easy and works well! LTC is an analog signal, you can build a simple xlr or 1/4” to BNC connector. Tip or pin 2(xlr) goes to center pin of bnc, ground goes to ground, if using a balanced xlr or balanced 1/4” just combine pin 3 (xlr) or ring on 1/4” to ground on bnc.
Mike,
Are you saying this app uses the time of day of the computer, and output audio out of the computer's audio jack?
As far as the Atem Mini, it's "time of day" is that internal to the Atem Mini hardware itself.. or a PC that's connected to it's software? Where does Atem Mini get it's Time of Day from.. does it routinely sync from an ongoing basis from the pc that's connected to it running the software?
Given that difference, have you found any discrepancies/drift? Looking to use this solution to sync to non blackmagic cameras for recording and post, so frame accuracy is important if at all possible.
Real shame the Atem Mini 3.5mm inputs can just be repurposed as timecode in, given it's a recorder and those inputs aren't very useful anyway... isn't this what the Pocket cameras do for their EXT timecode? Makes me wonder if it's possible in software to write a change/borrow from the camera code.
Thanks!
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Another thought. Instead of going through two devices, can you use the new Hyperdeck Studio HD Plus which has timecode output on the back? Does it take HDMI IN and output the timecode of that source? Or is it purely a loop through only?
I'm guessing not, but the old Teranex 3D device seemed to be able to do it. Ebay?
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wb