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Smpte Time Code


JAdamson

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Greetings to all,

 

I was wondering if it would be possible to hook up an external SMPTE time code generator directly to the Fat Frog, using the TC to trigger cues? I know the Frog Box operates on this principle, but was wondering about using an "off the shelf" TC generator?

 

Thanks for your time--John

John Adamson

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Hi John

 

The Fat Frog itself does not support SMPTE timecode. There is an optional upgrade card available which adds SMPTE, MIDI & ChilliNet capabilities to the Frog range but this must be fitted to a Leap Frog or above - the Fat Frog does not support it. If you have a Leap/Bull/Mambo Frog, or a Frog Box, then any SMPTE source should work fine - just remember to set the Frame Rate in Super User.

 

 

I hope this helps

Peter Kirkup

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Follow up question...

Peter,

I have another question about SMPTE TC and the Fat Frog. You had stated that the board does not support this protocol, yet when I scroll through the Playback options, SMPTE time code is clearly displayed as an option in the Trigger field. Can you please clarify this further? Thanks,

 

John Adamson

John Adamson

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