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722 and Video Sync and Time Code

Q: I have a 722. I also have a Canon XL2. Am wondering if purchasing the Horita PTG (SMPTE Time Code generator) could make the XL-2 be the source device and the 722 a sync device? PTG takes the composite video signal from my camera, and derives the time code for it. I am not […]

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302/442 and “Crackling” Input Controls on Power Up

The 302, like all Sound Devices mixers, including the 442 and MixPre, can exhibit a static, or crackling sound when gain controls are manipulated when the unit is first powered. This noise goes away as the power supply and filter capacitors become fully charged.

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Data Compression and Reduction Options for 7-Series Recorders

The 702, 702T, 722, and 744T recorders can record to several different file formats to extend record time and reduce file size. A review of the options are discussed in this article.

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Adding a Mono Mic or Tape Level Output to the 302

The addition of a mono mic-level output to the 302 is a useful addition for feeding transcription recorders, “Comtek” transmitters, and other inputs. The diagram below illustrates the proper wiring to add a mono mic-level output from the tape level output.

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Interfacing the MixPre or 302 with a Shure FP33

Sound Devices MixPre and the Shure FP33 mixer can be interconnected to combine inputs. An interconnected MixPre and FP33 combination results in the following:

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Time Code Overlap in Rec Run with File-Based Recorders

Time code generated in file-based recorders is fundamentally different than time code on a tape recorder. Whereas a tape recorder has a continuous time code reference for each location on the tape, a (broadcast wave) audio file only has a single time code value—from which all time code values are calculated.

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