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Yeah I definitely should’ve showed more specifics on that rig! Basically just used 2 magic arms that attached to the cage of the fx6 and the cage of the Blackmagic. I had someone stand in for me while setting up and framed each camera how I liked and while filming only watched the fx6 because it was much tighter framing. Let me know if you’ve got any more questions!

Much appreciated!

Thanks so much! Recording and generating timecode at the same time from the Track E was just something I didn't think of when filming the video haha! Definitely a great feature and good you've got it working! I would assume that your camera would be able to lower it's gain to not having clipping audio. Maybe check if it's set to mic or line input level. You should be able to set that setting on the tentacle as well in the app. Here's a forum that I found: support.tentaclesync.com/hc/en-us/articles/360007324538-How-do-I-connect-my-Tentacle-timecode-generator-to-a-camera-or-audio-recorder

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Yeah I never tried that. Honestly, I'd be pretty impressed with someone just using those devices like smartphones, but still having the knowledge to use timecode!

@@paulhuenefeld I'm new to videography but I have a music studio at home, timecode sync is a big topic in audic production too))

@@MrMediterrano Oh yeah, being able to sync video with multi-tracked audio is clutch

Not sure, can't find exact info online. Let me know if you find some more info!

Yeah, I’ve tried doing a magenta shift in the A7siii and that gets it way closer in camera. But it’s not a set and forget solution, I’m making tweaks to it every shoot haha

Not necessarily, Track E will do the same on my A7siii. The A7siii will just record the audio signal of timecode generated by both Sync E and Track E, then I edit in Resolve and there’s a function to convert audio timecode to metadata timecode 👍🏻👍🏻

@@paulhuenefeldthanks for your response; but if you only use Track E to both end audio signal and record audio then your talent has to be next to the camera to get the audio based timecode into the camera since the attacker has to be close to the camera and connected to it, no? You are saying the A7S3 can jam Sync audio time code from Track E and then generated from Track E and run its own timecode while the attack E is at a distance on the talent recording audio?!! Would you trust the internal clock of the A7S3? In that case I wonder if automatic audio sync impostors not be more reliable than timecode… 😅

@@RadicalModeration So, yes I really don't trust any camera or audio recorder's internal clock. If I'm doing timecode then I want a timecode generator connected to each device at all times to not have any sort of drift over time. A common scenario is this: 2 cameras, 1 Zoom f6 with boom mic, and 2 lav mics. I'll then use 2 Track E for the lav mics, but also the point of the video is I'll just use 3 more Track E devices just for timecode generator for the 2 cameras and 1 Zoom f6 because the cost difference is so little between the Track E and Sync E. Yet you get so much more functionality with the Track E. Hope that makes sense!

@@paulhuenefeldWow!! You are right!! And I just ordered a Track E with a Sync E ii. Now I wonder if I should return the Sync Eii and replace it with another Track E! Doesn’t that make more sense since it’s multi use now?! So that’s what you are saying!

@@RadicalModeration Yep exactly!

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Love the idea! 👏🏻

thanks brent.

Thanks so much! I know it’s just a normal person behind the account, but I’m slightly fan-girling that @sonycine saw and commented ☺️🥰

Aw you're too kind, Kathryn! Thanks so much!

Brother, always love working with you! Thanks!

Thanks brother! Not in this video, but in many others I've stolen your single stand booklight haha!

@@paulhuenefeld That is awesome to hear!

@PDMokry always learning 👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks for your help on it! 👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks! This is the man behind the bts camera! 👆👆 Thanks for your help!

Ah yeah very frustrating! Sorry! I haven’t had a chance to try out the Osmo Action 4 yet…

Yes I really like the film compression too! The price is definitely steep, that’s why I was ok with doing a “sponsored” video for them hahaha!

Of course! Thanks for the partnership 👏🏻👏🏻

Oh yeah dude thanks!

Yes, I'm looking at prices now and it's all different than when I made this video! There wasn't even an option for the Dual Sync E package so that definitely lowers the price per unit! In my opinion, the Track E still offers so much more functionality for not much more cost. ALSO, PRICE UPDATE! The single unit Track E is only $20 more than the Sync E!

Thanks so much! Yes that sounds right, but really only with the A7siii, Fx3, and Fx30 because I don't think any other Sony mirrorless cameras are able to accept timecode through usb yet. I have not tried that specific setup, so I'm just theorizing that it will work hahaha!

I think if you have extra budget, it would be worth it to go with a higher quality spotlight mount for your lights. BUT this is still really great for minimal money. All in all, I just use this for personal work and use others for paid client work....

That would be amazing! But no I don't think so....

Yeah I’m pretty sure the A7IV still can only do timecode into the 3.5mm audio input. Sorry!

@@paulhuenefeld thank you!

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks a ton!

Ha thanks! I respect the determination 👏🏻

Thanks a ton! We’ll wait to see if anybody can spot it! I’ll reveal the secret later 👍🏻

Ha yes! Big Bluey fan over here!

Close, but no cigar!

Thanks Pete!

Oooh nice! You got your hands on it early?

I can't wait! The fact that Tentacle caved to U.S. Patent trolls without providing some workaround is absolutely unacceptable. As soon as something is available that can compete, I'm ditching Tentacle forever. LTC signal is easy to generate with a $1 Arduino chip, the fact that they charge $200 for this is insulting. It's literally the guts of a "bluepill" stm32 development board in the box! Infuriating.

Thanks!

Thanks! Yes, I’m very excited to see what else Tentacle creates!

Yes I definitely agree! I keep the Track E connected to the camera the whole day. I won’t use it as a timecode box and recorder at the same time, I will use it for a specific use case each time. Basically the cost difference is so close that it’s worth it to buy the Track E to have the ability to use it as a recorder or timecode box at any time 👍🏻👍🏻

Yes, I would love input from someone with a European version! I just replied to your previous comment, hope that clears us how I've been using it! Thanks!

Yes the Canadian ones are full featured.

@@boutthere3374 super! Do you know any Tentacle dealer close to NY border by any chance?

Contact me. I got the International version with the W lav pro mic included. Works with my wireless lav setup and syncs with Adode Premiere, FC Pro, and Resovle via their TC Sync software. .1 click and you import the xml files into your Video editing program. So much better and like I said, I got 4 lav mics ...wireless recording on each box and are synced perfectly.

Good to know. I didn’t notice the difference in options when I looked 👍🏻 Thanks!

@@paulhuenefeld here's what they have on their website. I'm in the US. I haven't tested it yet but if the signal will be muted during recording then it's a bummer. Please be aware that the timecode output feature is not a complete replacement for a SYNC E timecode generator. Although we have tested this feature thouroghly, we can't guarantee that it works with all third party audio and video devices. Therefore we recommend a test including post production workflow before shooting. In the US purchased TRACK E devices, the headphone output is muted when recording audio. Therefore timecode output will also be disabled.

@@DmitriOcean Yeah, I think they are probably just covering themselves from people being angry if it doesn't work in their specific scenario. I have had zero problem running the Track E as a timecode generator, BUT I never use it to record audio and generate timecode at the same time. There have been a couple instances were I've used it with my Sony a7siii into the audio port. Before the most recent firmware for this camera that now gives you timecode through usb with an adapter!!! I would connect a scratch mic to the Track E and then route the audio output of the Track E as such: Timecode--Left Channel // Mic--Right Channel That gives me timecode audio that can be converted to metadata timecode later while also having that right channel as a scratch audio if I need it as a backup. NOW, with the long awaited firmware for the A7siii, I can just embed metadata timecode using the usb adapter and still keep 2 channels of audio!!!!!

@@paulhuenefeld I hear ya. I'm not a pro and still use a6500 which is a bit outdated but still a great camera. Currently I use sync e box and track e box mounted to the rig at the same time. I was hoping to eliminate the sync e box with this update, but no luck. I'll be selling the US unit and buy a European one. I love the product, but I hate those damn "patent infringements".

@@DmitriOcean Yes I'm with you on the patents! So frustrating! So, how are you using the Track E mounted on your camera rig? Are you not using it for a traditional LAV setup???

Wow that is confusing! Prices are always changing and you never know why hahaha!

It is the case that came with the monitor.

Thanks so much! You can watch it here on their website: ptelevation.com/about-us/

Thanks a ton!

Thanks a ton!

Yes, I believe that you have re-sync the devices each time they are powered on.

Yes, so good! Thanks for the encouragement!

Thanks so much!

Not a weird question! They are called Sidio Crate.

@@paulhuenefeld Thanks Paul - I'll probably struggle to find those in the UK, but at least I've a starting point. Love the channel!

Thanks! Yeah their website says American made, but I bet they'd ship to the UK?

Good eye haha!

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Thanks for the kind words Pete!