LTC time code reader card for IBM Compatible computers. Fits any half-length expansion slot. Software included in DOS-logging, EDL, programming examples and more. Also included are two Hot-Key programs which add time code/ user bits to either DOS or Windows applications.

Time Code Reader Card For The IBM PC

The PC600 from Telcom research is a SMPTE/EBU time code reader expansion card for all IBM PC/XT/AT, PS/2 model 25 , 30 or 50 or compatible computers. The PC600 is designed to facilitate tape logging and provide an efficient means of generating edit decision lists with time code.
The PC600 is ideal as a stand alone product or as a building block for custom systems using time code.Extensive support is also available from Telcom Research.

FEATURES
SOFTWARE
EDL
Generates Edit Decision List from an off line edited tape. Lists are created in SMPTE, RP 146, CMX, GRASS VALLEY, EECO, or Convergence formats.

LOG
Tape logging software package featuring single key stroke entry of time code and/or user data, unlimited scene description capacity and user definable macros for frequently used words or commands. LOG can also be used to search through tape logs for selected key words or phrases, identifying specific takes or scenes immediately with their exact time code location on the tape. Up to 6 files can be windowed at one time, allowing text transfers between files.

BUF600
User definable "Hot Key" program which reads current time code from the T102 and enters time and or user bits into any program with keyboard input.

PC600DRV
This program uses any free interupt vector in the IBM PC and allows easy access to time code for user written programs.

DOSTC
Sets the DOS time of day clock form the time code. (May be included in your Autoexec file)

Also Included
Sample programs and software drivers in BASIC, C, and Assembly Language for programmers who wish to create custom applications and maximize use of the PC600.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power
5V DC 400ma, 12V DC 5ma from IBM bus

Time Code Input
-30 to +30dBm, 50%+ 25% duty cycle, 1/10 to 70 times (SMPTE). Balanced line 4000 Ohms bridging

Connector
Time code XLR

Size
8" x 0.75" x 4.2"

*NEW* HotKey Software

*NEW* Windows NT, 2000 and XP driver for the PC600

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