Ambient NanoLockit Manual

Ambient NanoLockit Manual

Timecode + logging
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NanoLockit
Timecode + Logging
Firmware Version 7.02

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  • Page 1 NanoLockit Timecode + Logging Firmware Version 7.02...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Introduction ......... 03 2.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    ACN compatibility. All Lockit devices are based on a highly accurate temperature-compensated crystal oscillator. Once set, the NanoLockit stays on time - and drifts less than 1 frame apart within 24 hours. One Button Syncing Long-press the green button to send a “Single Jam”...
  • Page 4 NanoLockits are the smallest Timecode boxes of the Lockit Family. That makes them the go-to solution for DSLR cameras or gimbal rigs. A NanoLockit fits every camera build. ACN stands for Ambient Communication Network and is our own wireless network.
  • Page 5: Unit Description

    2. Unit Description Front 1 ACN antenna, SMA RP 2.4GHz 2 RGB status LED 3 TC & ACN connector (LEMO-compatible) Green button long press: Send Single Jam short press: Good Take button short press: Bad Take Power button 7 Micro-USB socket (Power & Midi timecode) Lockit Users manual |...
  • Page 6: Led Blink Code

    1sec 2sec ACN Jam (C-Jam, TX, Single) Jam transmitted / sent Jam received Lockit, NanoLockit, LockitSlate Take2, Lockit+ (in standby) or LockitModule TC out mute; will start with preference TC out mute; will start from fallback zero TC out active TC out active;...
  • Page 7: Basic Button Operations

    Please assure to use line input as the timecode output of the NanoLockit is amplified on default. If you need to use a microphone input you can decrease the level of the timecode output via following button interaction:...
  • Page 8: Operation Modes

    Receivers. You can choose be- tween C-Jam, TX and Single Jam Mode. The NanoLockit can act as Single Jam or TX transmitter - and it can recieve a C-Jam (Continuous Jam) signal by a C-Jam Transmitter (Lockit, LockitSlate or Lockit+).
  • Page 9 5.2 C-Jam Mode (Continuous Jam) The C-Jam Transmitter can either be a Lockit, LockitSlate or Lockit+. In C-Jam Mode we utilize our ACN network to completely prevent any drift. In this mode one Lockit device acts as a C-Jam Master. It sends a pulse through the ACN every six seconds to constantly align with all other Lockit boxes.
  • Page 10 5.3 TX Mode (Transceiver Mode) The TX Mode basically works like the C-Jam Mode, with the difference that the TX Master receives timecode and frame rate from an external source via cable. Main use cases are playback situations (e.g. music video shootings). To start the unit as TX Master press and hold Red, then tap Power.
  • Page 11: Lockittoolbox

    Lockit. 6. LockitToolbox With the LockitToolbox you can define basic settings for your NanoLockit. Choose your projectrate for your next shooting and assure all your NanoLockits are running on the same ACN Channel.
  • Page 12: Logging Feature

    793_0145.MXF [V] 793_0143.MXF [V] You can use your NanoLockit both as a Timecode Generator AND a Live Logger. The goal of the Logging feature is to mark good and bad clips (or several parts of a clip) directly on set. This can save loads of time in post-production.
  • Page 13: Powering

    It will last up to 24h while shooting. A small percentage of the battery is preserved to maintain the RTC (Real Time Clock) while the NanoLockit is powered off. RTC is used to start und set the internal generator timecode.
  • Page 14: Appendix

    The default ACN Channel is 18. ARRI EMIP WRS Channel Center Frequency (MHz) Channel 2405 2410 2415 2420 2425 2430 2435 2440 2445 2450 2455 2460 2465 2470 2475 2480 Learn more on https://ambient.de/en/acn-technology Lockit Users manual |...
  • Page 15 10.2 Connector Pinouts Blue ACN Connector Accept LEMO FGG.0B.305 and compatible push-pull plugs. Connectors carry TC in and out as per industry standard and ACN metadata. TC in ACN TX ACN RX TC out Lockit Users manual |...
  • Page 16 Safety Instructions For your own safety and trouble-free use, please carefully read through the instructions below. Always keep a copy of these instructions and hand them out with the unit to other users. This unit is exclusively intended for indoor use. Keep it safe and away from water, rain and humidity and dry under all conditions, even when powered off.
  • Page 17 ONE (1) year from date of original retail purchase. This is a non-transferable limited warranty that extends only to the original purchaser. Ambient Recording GmbH will repair or replace the product at its discretion after evaluation at no charge. Warranty claims due to severe service conditions will be addressed on an individual basis.
  • Page 18 Approvals CE Conformity Statement: Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 Manufacturer’s Name: Ambient Recording GmbH Manufacturer’s Address: Schleissheimer Str. 181 C, DE – 80797 Muenchen, Germany declares that this product is in conformity with: - EN 62368-1 - EN 300 328 V2.1.1 - EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2...
  • Page 19 le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. FCC § 15.21 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC § 15.105 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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