Betso TCD-1 Compact Self-Powered Timecode Display

The TCD-1 is a very compact time code display with a large, 1" high time code screen, capable of displaying any format of incoming time code. During the development phase, special effort was applied to lightweight, robust and precise mechanical construction, which will secure your confidence as the right time code read-out solution.

Betso TCD-1 Compact Self-Powered Timecode Display Key Features:

• Display: 1“ high red LED with adjustable brightness
• Dimensions (h x w x d): 44.5 x 215 x 21 mm
• Weight : approx. 283g (including batteries)
• Mechanical construction: CNC milled, anodised aluminium alloy
• Powering: Internal Li-Ion accumulator External powering 9 - 16 V DC
• Current consumption: 1 - 550 mA
• Battery life: Up to 60 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)
• Input TC sensitivity: 0.2 - 10 V (p-p)

Expanded Betso TCD-1 Compact Self-Powered Timecode Display Key Features:

Display Time Codes of All Frame Rates

The BETSO TCD-1 automatically detects the input time code format and starts to display it immediately after connection. It has zero frame offset, which ensures exact time code read outs anytime during the day. Additionally, it has an easy-to-access feature of time code format readout: simply holding the UP button for one second. Drop frame format can be recognized during normal operation by the state of the last decimal point when the shining drop frame format is detected on input.

1" Super-bright LED Display with Anti-glare Surface

Ambient light-independent time code readouts are guaranteed thanks to a large, 1-inch high, super-bright LED display with a special anti-glare surface that avoids sun reflections. Its brightness can be easily adjusted to six modes to meet actual light conditions.

Extremely Easy to Use

Whether TCD-1 is turned on or off, the special inbuilt feature allows it to start displaying input time codes immediately upon insertion of a cable with an active time code. This means no settings have to be programmed, the time code format is recognized automatically, and same the device can also be powered up automatically. Furthermore, when the input time code stops, it will lead to TCD-1 power off to save the accumulator's energy. When it comes to changing some special features’ functionality, the TCD-1 can be adjusted through the very intuitive menu shown on the display.

Precise Mechanical Construction with very Compact Dimensions

The BETSO TCD-1 is made from lightweight aluminium alloy by precise CNC milling and laser cutting. Its small dimensions and light weight make it ideal for portable use. The TCD-1 Nylon Pouch, available as an optional accessory, further extends its durability.

Powering

A replaceable internal high-capacity Li-Ion accumulator, which can provide up to 60 hours of operation, provides a very long operating time. External power sources can be used in the case of a flat accumulator, and thanks to inbuilt charging circuitry, the same can be used to charge it again. Accumulator life can be further extended by activating one of the power-saving functions, which displays only certain frames from the time code flow.

What's in the box?

• 1 x Betso TCD-1 Compact Self-Powered Timecode Display