Introduction - Visual Productions TIMECORE Manual

Chapter 1

Introduction

The TimeCore is a solid-state device for handling timecode. It is intended to
be used for entertainment shows at events, concerts, festivals and in themed
environments. The TimeCore will help in keeping the various show elements
like sound, lighting, video, laser and special FX synchronised.
The TimeCore can generate timecode, it can convert it between different
protocols and it can display any received timecode on its display. The unit
features inbuilt web-server; this web-interface allows the user to configure the
unit. The web-interface also enables other non-timecode protocols like UDP,
OSC and sACN to be linked to certain timecode events. The TimeCore can be
the bridge between timecode and other non-timecode show equipment such as
video players, relays and dimmers. The TimeCore features a rich suite of pro-
tocols that include the two most popular timecodes in show business SMPTE
and MTC. Furthermore, it has Art-Net timecode implemented, which has the
advantage of being network-based.
This document discusses setting up the device and programming its internal
software functions. At the time of writing this manual the TimeCore's firmware
Figure 1.1: TimeCore
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