User's Manual

To use timecode on these 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 signal, you have
to set the output volume of your tentacle to a proper value
(MIC-level) so that the Mic input of the camera/recorder will
not distort the signal. Also check the audio menu settings
of your recording device to make sure the signal is recorded
properly.
ADAPTER CABLE
To connect Tentacle to your equipment, you have to use the
right adapter cable. Here is a short overview of our most used
cables available. We provide wiring diagrams of the cables as
well – you can find them here. For more cables please ask your
local dealer or visit shop.tentaclesync.com
Tentacle sync cable (included):
For use with any device that features a 3.5 mm
microphone jack e.g. Blackmagic BMPCC4K/6K,
DSLR cameras, Sound Devices Mix Pre 3/6
Tentacle ▶ RED:
4-pin Lemo cable to send timecode to the TC IN
of all RED Cameras except Red One
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