Tentacle Sync E Operating Manual
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- Page 1 TENTACLE SYNC E OPERATING MANUAL V1.0...
- Page 2 TIMECODE DISPLAY / SETTING A CUSTOM TIMECODE CUSTOMIZE NAME AND ICON OUTPUT VOLUME MIC / LINE SET FRAME RATE AUTO POWER OFF TIME GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE TENTACLE UNIT USER BITS CONNECTION TO RECORDING DEVICES USING THE CORRECT ADAPTER CABLE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
- Page 3 OVERVIEW You can download the quick start guide, setup app and more information about how to connect to different devices on our website: www.tentaclesync.com/download...
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Page 4: Getting Started
Hold your Tentacle close to your phone to finish the procedure. SUCCES! will appear when the SYNC E is added to the list. This ensures that only you have access to your Tentacles and not someone else nearby. - Page 5 Tentacle SYNC E boxes with each other. Synchronizing ALL Tentacles: To do the Wireless Sync, just open the Setup App on a mobile device and link all Tentacle SYNC Es with that device (see page 8 Add new...
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Page 6: Performing A Firmware Update
115001522105-Setup-Software) It will automatically check the firmware version when you connect a Tentacle via USB. If there is a more recent version available it will ask you to update the firmware. If you agree to the update, the setup app will activate the Bootloader mode on the Tentacle. -
Page 7: Monitoring View
After selecting Bluetooth Setup the app will scan for available Bluetooth devices. If you are using the app for the first time, you can add new SYNC E devices to the monitoring list by tapping on the plus sign Add New Tentacle. - Page 8 Tentacles. SETUP EACH TENTACLE UNIT Pressing shortly on a Tentacle in the monitoring screen, will start a connection to this device and allows you to set timecode, frame rate, user bits and more. The general parameters are the same across all setup apps for the different operating systems.
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Page 9: Set Frame Rate
AUTO POWER OFF TIME If no cable is plugged into Tentacle’s mini jack, it switches off automatically after the set time period. It prevents an empty battery the next time it is used, if it has not been switched off after a shooting day. - Page 10 Because timecode is recorded as an audio signal, you have to set the output volume of your tentacle to a proper value (mic level vs. line level) so that the mic input of the camera/recorder will not distort the signal.
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Page 11: Technical Specifications
USING THE CORRECT ADAPTER CABLE To connect Tentacle to nearly any kind of camera you have to use the right adapter cable. Here is a short overview of the cables available. For more cables please ask your local dealer or visit shop.tentaclesync.com... -
Page 12: Built-In Microphone
BUILT-IN MICROPHONE Tentacle features a small built-in microphone which can be used to record reference sound on DSLR Cameras or devices with a 3.5mm mic input. It is located in the little notch behind the rubber band on top of the device. ... - Page 13 INTENDED USE This device is only intended for use on suitable cameras and audio recorders. It must not be connected to other devices. The device is not waterproof and should be protected against rain. For safety and certification reasons (CE) you are not permitted to convert and/or modify the device.
- Page 14 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Tentacle Sync GmbH, Eifelwall 30, 50674 Cologne, Germany declares herewith that the following product: Tentacle SYNC E timecode generator complies with the provisions of the directives named as follows, including changes in them that apply at the time of the declaration.
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