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REDCAST MODulE OPERATION GuIDE
955-0072, REV-H | 16
SET UP TIMECODE WITH THE REDCAST MODULE
The REDCAST Module has BNC TC (timecode) and SYNC ports that support incoming timecode signals. This
section describes how to set up the camera to receive timecode signals from an external timecode generator
via the REDCAST Module.
NOTE:
When a REDCAST Module is installed, you can still receive timecode via the SYNC port on the BRAIN.
For more information, see the
, available at
.
1. Set up the REDCAST Module. For more information, go to
“Output Quad UHD or 1080p” on page 12
2. Connect the REDCAST Module to a timecode generator:
A. Ensure that the timecode generator is off.
B.
Use a 75 Ω coaxial cable to connect the
TC
port on the REDCAST Module to the
TIMECODE
port (or
equivalent timecode output port) on the compatible timecode generator.
C. On the timecode generator, set the frames per second to the Recording Frame Rate (Sensor Frame
Rate) you are using for the project.
NOTE:
Ensure that the frame rate matches the camera’s Recording Frame Rate (Sensor Frame Rate) and
Project Time Base.
D. Turn on the timecode generator.
3. Set up the timecode source in the camera:
A. Go to
Menu
>
Settings
>
Project
>
Timecode
.
B. Select
External: Rear Module
from the
Time Code Source
drop-down menu.
The TC indicator in the Lower Status Row illuminates green.
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