BETSO TCX-2+ Compact Time Code Transceiver

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The BETSO TCX-2+ is ultra compact highly accurate timecode transceiver. It is based on our very easy to use "plug and play" philosophy, which is guaranteed by wide OLED display and easy to replaced single AA battery. New RF transmission brings wireless continuous jamming of time code with 0 ppm error and clear status information of all connected devices to the network with just one click of button.

Our whole new concept of wireless transmission of time code and status information is ideal for simple on stage workflow control. Each device connected to the network will be continuously jammed from transmitter and on each device you can observe status information of all other devices in the network.

The operating range is up to 500m within the line of sight. The RF protocol incorporates frequency hopping spread spectrum technology approach which ensures robust functionality even in the environment with high RF noise.

When unit set as receiver is out of the RF range, it keeps generating synced timecode.

All Time Code and Word Clock Formats

The TCX-2 can receive, precisely jam or start to generate new time codes of all existing SMPTE time code formats. Also, all commonly used word clock formats are supported, including their pull-up and pull-down options. Thanks to precise CNC milling manufacturing technology, anodized aluminium alloy material and original hi-quality connectors and components, the TCX-2 is very durable but still a very versatile time code unit.

Ultra Highly Accurate TCXO

Embedded high precision temperature compansated crystal oscillator TCXO with frequency accuracy off 0.2 ppm is the fundamental piece of hardware for stable and accurate time code and word clock generator.

The superior quality of TCXO is best suited for changing environmental conditions where temperatures vary a lot during the day. Even in extreme weather conditions, the TCX-2 will keep time codes in sync.

TCXO Calibration

Thanks to our sophisticated software methods, the ultra-highly accurate TCXO can be further calibrated to achieve much better than 0.2 ppm accuracy. These methods can be applied during jamming, when TCXO is calibrated to obtain exactly the same time base as the source of time code

This accuracy is almost impossible to beat. And, as you know, accuracy is what TC syncing is all about!

With its weight and dimensions, the TCX-2 is one of the smallest and most lightweight TC transceiver on the market. It can be easily mounted on most camcorders or photo cameras available. Mounting on your rig is even easier when using our Hot Shoe Holder.
 

Display	Wide graphic OLED display with adjustable brightness
Dimensions (h x w x d)	59 x 35 x 16 mm (2.35" x 1.37" x 0.62")
Weight (w/o battery)	approx. 45g (1.58 oz)
Mechanical construction	CNC milled, anodized aluminium alloy
Powering	1x AA battery (alkaline or lithium) / 1x accu (NiMH, NiCd)
Current consumption	50 - 100 mA *
Battery life	Up to 50 hours **
SMPTE TC formats	23,976 fps - 30 fps including DF and NDF (also 0.5 and 2 multiples: 11.98 fps - 60 fps supported)
Output TC amplitude	Adjustable from -30dBu to +6dBu
Input TC sensitivity	0.2 - 10 V (p-p)
TCXO crystal	Calibrated temperature compensated oscillator (+/- 0.1 ppm)
Accuracy error	Less than 0.3 frames / 24 hours
Accuracy error with RF transmission	0 frames / 24 hours
Frequency range	902 - 928 MHz (USA/Canada)
	863 - 870 MHz (Europe)
	920.6 - 923.4 MHz (Japan)
Number of channels	5
RF output power	10mW (10dBm)
Operating range	up to 500m ***

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