Timecode Generator - Blackmagicdesign ATEM mini Installation And Operation Manual

Timecode Generator

The timecode generator automatically runs time of day timecode from the moment you launch
ATEM Software Control. However, you can reset the counter to zero, or manually enter a new
timecode value to start from.
When using ATEM Mini Pro or Extreme,
the timecode generator can be set to time
of day, or free run timecode where you
can set a manual preset timecode
To manually set a preset timecode value:
1 Click in the 'run mode' menu and select 'free run'.
2 In the smaller timecode counter, type in a defined timecode value. As you type, the
new values will appear green.
To confirm the change and set the timecode running, click 'set'.
Time of Day
When ATEM Mini Pro or Extreme switcher is connected to your computer, the unit will sync time
of day timecode with your computer. The unit has a built in clock that can continue running for
approximately 6 days, so once you disconnect the switcher from your computer, the time of day
timecode will continue until the battery is depleted. The battery will charge while connected to
your computer via USB.
NOTE The timecode generator is also crucial when recording isolated files on
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras 4K and 6K. When these cameras are connected
to ATEM Mini's HDMI inputs, they will automatically conform to the ATEM timecode
generator. That means when all cameras are recording the same timecode, you can
edit your broadcast in post production and have all cameras easily synchronized on a
multicamera timeline. For example, you can import your isolated camera recordings in
DaVinci Resolve and setup a multicamera edit with all cameras synced to the same
timecode.
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