AATONCODE
After initialization, the OriginCplus should be left on during produc-
tion to act as a visual reference and for quick drift monitoring. Once
timecode has been initialized into the camera(s) and sound recorder,
accurate time will be individually maintained in each machine for 7
hours. It is suggested, however, that new timecode be re-initialized after
4 hours or so as a precautionary measure. Get into the habit of using the
OriginCplus to monitor timcode drift in each device when possible; eve-
ry 2-3 hours or so is recommended.
8.5.1 Monitoring AatonCode with OriginCplus
Assuming that the OriginCplus has been left on during the produc-
tion, follow the simple procedure below to monitor drift in the
camera.
• Plug the Lemo5 cable of the OriginCplus into the Lemo5 chassis
mount at the base of the camera.
• Press * to monitor AatonCode drift. OriginCplus will compare its
own timecode to that of the AATON 35-III. OriginCplus will dis-
play Good, fair, bad or diff-time (different time) followed by the
amount of drift in tenth of frame.
• Follow the same procedure for each camera or sound recorder on
the set running AatonCode. When initializing or monitoring time-
code in a SMPTE device, press *0 on the OriginCplus.
8.5.2 Maintaining AatonCode without OriginCplus
If the OriginCplus has not been used and timecode has been set
directly from the TC audio recorder, there is no way to monitor
timecode drift between the two devices. In this case, it is recommen-
ded to simply re-jam the camera every 2 or 3 hours.
Make sure that the camera on/off is switched to run or test position
for it to accept the newly fed code.
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