Tentacle Sync V1.2 Operating Manual Download Page 3

INTENDED USE 

 

This device is only intended for use on suitable cameras and audio recorders. It must not be connected to other devices. The 
device is not waterproof and should be protected against rain. For safety and certification reasons (CE) you are not 
permitted to convert and/or modify the device. The device can be damaged if you use it for purposes other than those 
mentioned above. Moreover, improper use can cause hazards, such as short circuits, fire, electric shock, etc. Read through 
the manual carefully and keep it for later reference. Give the device to other people only together with the manual. 

SAFETY NOTICE 

A guarantee that the device will function perfectly and operate safely can only be given if the generally standard safety 
precautions and device-specific safety notices on this sheet are observed. The rechargeable battery integrated in the device 
must never be charged in an ambient temperature below 0 °C and above 40 °C! Perfect functionality and safe operation can 
only be guaranteed for temperatures between -20 °C and +60 °C. The device is not a toy. Keep it away from children and 
animals. Protect the device from extreme temperatures, heavy jolts, moisture, combustible gases, vapors and solvents. The 
safety of the user can be compromised by the device if, for example, damage to it is visible, it doesn‘t work anymore as 
specified, it was stored for a longer period of time in unsuitable conditions, or it becomes unusually hot during operation. 
When in doubt, the device must principally be sent in to the manufacturer for repairs or maintenance. 

DISPOSAL / WEEE NOTIFICATION 

This product must not be disposed of together with your other household waste. It is your responsibility to dispose 
of this device at a special disposal station (recycling yard), at a technical retail center or at the manufacturer. 

FCC DECLARATION 

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC guidelines. Its operation is subject to both of the following conditions: (1) 
This device is not permitted to cause any radio interference, and (2) this device must be capable of absorbing all 
received interference, including interference that can cause undesirable functionality. 

 

INDUSTRY CANADA DECLARATION 

This digital device complies with the Canadian regulatory standard CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B). 

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY   

Tentacle Sync GmbH, Eifelwall 30, 50674 Cologne, Germany

declares herewith that the following product:

Tentacle Sync Box Timecode-Generator

complies with the provisions of the directives named as follows, including changes in them that apply at the time of the 
declaration. 

This is evident from the CE mark on the product. 

- EN 55022:2010 + AC:2011 

- EN 55024:2010 

- EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 + AC:2011 + A2:2013 

Cologne, 01.01.2016 

        Ulrich Esser, CEO

Summary of Contents for V1.2

Page 1: ...TENTACLE SYNC HARDWARE OPERATING MANUAL V1 2 ...

Page 2: ...about how to connect to different devices on our website www tentaclesync com download STATUS LED flashing RED Tentacle runs in Red Mode flashing GREEN Tentacle runs in Green Mode flashing several times red Battery is nearly empty SWITCH OFF Long press will switch Tentacle off Timecode will be lost then Short press Tentacle starts in Red Mode where it is waiting to JamSync to external Timecode Lon...

Page 3: ... for example damage to it is visible it doesn t work anymore as specified it was stored for a longer period of time in unsuitable conditions or it becomes unusually hot during operation When in doubt the device must principally be sent in to the manufacturer for repairs or maintenance DISPOSAL WEEE NOTIFICATION This product must not be disposed of together with your other household waste It is you...

Page 4: ...cally Tentacles can be started in two modes Green Mode During switch on keep the power button pressed until the LED is flashing green 3sec In this mode Tentacle fetches the Time of Day from the build in RTC Real Time Clock loads it into the timecode generator and starts generating and outputting Timecode over the 3 5mm Jack Red Mode During switch on just press the power button shortly app 1sec LED...

Page 5: ...der They will stay in sync at least 24hrs SYNCHRONIZING TO EXTERNAL TIMECODE Start Tentacle in Red Mode JamSync Shortly connect Tentacle to the timecode source you would like to JamSync to In most cases the timecode source will be a sound recorder acting as a timecode master For this you will need the right adapter cable e g the LEMO 5pin Tentacle cable Once Tentacle has jammed to external timecod...

Page 6: ...R44 to name only a few of them To use timecode on this devices you have to record the timecode signal onto one free audio track To make use of this recorded timecode later in editing you need either an editing system that has support for so called audio timecode or you can use our included software to translate audio timecode to standard metadata timecode Because timecode is recorded as an audio s...

Page 7: ...any other USB power source The charging time is 1 5 hrs Fully charged Tentacles can be used up to 40 hrs If the battery is nearly empty Tentacle will show this by flashing several times red on the front LED Tentacle will keep working under this condition until it switches itself off Once the battery is empty Tentacle refuses to switch on again until recharged BUILT IN MICROPHONE Tentacle features ...

Page 8: ...te and timecode of the actual Tentacle will be shown Android To connect a Tentacle with your Android phone you have to use the included Android Setup cable OTG cable together with the Micro USB cable The phone needs to be USB OTG capable and have at least Android 5 0 Lollipop running iPhone iPad iPod Those devices will connect to your Tentacle by using the headphone jack via the included iPhone Se...

Page 9: ...me field change it and confirm with return Changing the output volume Here you can smoothly set the output level of the timecode signal between MIC and LINE Professional cameras with a TC IN connector like Red Cameras ARRI Alexa Canon C300 Sony F5 F55 PMW200 demand Timecode with LINE Level Tentacle can also be used with cameras and recorders without TC IN like Canon 5D Blackmagic Cameras GoPros So...

Page 10: ...s out of the Mode menu in the menu bar of the Tentacle Setup program DEVICE INFO Here you can see more specific informations about the connected device Device Mode shows information about the state of the device Firmware shows the current firmware version running on the device Serial Number shows the device serial number Calibration Date shows the date of the last TCXO calibration USER BITS On thi...

Page 11: ... box nearby When selecting Use RTC Date the User Bits will be generated dynamically from the build in RTC You are able to change the format of the date via the pulldown menu nearby Take over User Bits of source When this checkbox is enabled Tentacle takes over incoming User Bits from other devices during JamSync in Red Mode The User Bits will then be output when the device switches over to Green M...

Page 12: ...ck Green Mode or jam sync to any external timecode source Red Mode Automatically detects and takes over incoming frame rate on jam sync planned feature Built in rechargeable lithium polymer battery Operating time up to 40 hrs Fast charging via USB 1 5 hrs More than 3 years of battery life depends on usage Replaceable Integrated hook surface on back for easy mounting CONTACT Tentacle Sync GmbH Eife...

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