Overview
The Denecke Timecode Slate (Dcode TS-3EL) is a lightweight clapper-style timecode generator which is small enough to fit in a frontbox. It reads and displays SMPTE/EBU timecode.
The internally mounted Syncbox Time Code Generator jams to all standard frame rates, including 23.976 fps. User bits will jam automatically when the time is set.
The high stability Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillator (TCXO) ensures low drift and is standard on the TS-3 slates.
Backlit Scene/Take/Production Details
This particular slate (the TS-3EL) features an optional EL or electronic backlit display. This is, of course, useful during dimly lit shots, at night, or in other low light or unique colored light situations. The backlit display appears behind the dry-erase portion of the clapper with space to write Scene, Take, Production, Roll, FPS, and Camera details.
Power
The EL backlit display will turn off if external power provided is 12.5 V or higher.
A sliding access door hides controls and permits quick-load of your batteries.This slate accepts (6) standard AA batteries (sold separately).
A battery voltage, low or dead battery warning readout is provided. In addition, you can set a Time Out mode for open sticks to conserve the battery life.
NOTE: Please remember to remove batteries when using external power.
Slate Modes
EL Backlight – enable or disenable in low bright situations
Feed Alert – reminds you when to jam
Flash Frame – changes the intensity to ensure exposure
Hold Clap Frame – displays the last timecode after the user bits
Jam Lock – inhibits running timecode without jamming
Low Brightness – adjusts to low display intensity
Scrollback – view previous clap details when you push button while sticks are closed. Limited to last (16) claps.
Time Out – display will time out when sticks are left open’
NOTE: Scrollback memory is cleared at power off.
Helpful Extras
The rear of the TS-3EL slate features a flat back with a removable plate for storing your camera log sheets.
To prevent accidental changes, the mode switches are concealed behind the sliding battery door on the side of the plate.
Choose black & white or color clapper sticks.
This Denecke Timecode Slate also features:
- Sync error warning of different frame rates
- Auto set to incoming frame rates
- Blinking LED jam indicator
- Mode selection in non-volatile memory so it requires no backup power
- Scroll back of the last (16) timecode claps for logging
Specifications
Key Highlights
- Backlit dry-erase portion
- Sized to fit in your frontbox
- Jam from external code
- Sync error warning
- Scrollback (16) claps for logging
