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Posted by Mark SG on 04/17/07 21:27
The Peavey SMPL Sync Controller is the result of extensive research into the
requirements of the professional audio and audio post-production
environments. The Sync Controller is a SMTPE time-code based synchronizer
featuring industry standard tape transport control, SMPTE/EBU standard
time-code functions, and comprehensive MIDI-to-time-code synchronization in
a single cost-effect package.
The Sync Controller features continuous learning of machine ballistics,
non-volatile memory and easy storage of all machine parameters to tape,
allowing ease of use and compatibility with virtually all systems. The
unique software architecture of the Sync Controller allows a variety of
systems to be easily configured without the need for complex and expensive
interfaces or tedious hardware changes.
In addition to its already powerful transport and synchronization functions,
the Sync Controller features 100 programmable events which can be assigned
to Punch-in and Punch-out points for precise overdubbing (with rehearse
capability), Loop-begin and Loop-end points for automatic repeats,
convenient locate points or triggering MIDI program changes.
The Sync Controller effectively allows MIDI-based audio to be controlled as
an additional synchronized transport through the use of MIDI clock, song
position pointer, tempo control and start/-stop/continue commands.
Using MIDI clock, song start offset and tempo control, functions such as
cueing and offset trimming can be easily accomplished to allow real time
editing of first generation material.
The Peavey Sync Controller will prove extremely versatile in providing
professional Audio/Video/MIDI synchronization for professional audio, audio
post-production or personal studio applications.
The Sync Controller is a full function synchronizer / controller that can
read and write all types of LTC (Longitudinal Time Code), control the
transport functions of 2 tape machines, control the recording functions of
the save machine, and synchronize MIDI devices such as sequencers to the
slave machine.
The Sync Controller can write LTC in the following formats: 30fps (frames
per second) which is the B&W television and normal audio format; 30DF (drop
frame), which is the US standard color video format; 24 fps, which is the
standard running rate for film; and 25fps, which is the European standard.
You can set the SMPTE start time in hours, minutes, seconds and frames using
the 10-key numeric pad. A large display window shows the current SMPTE
start time, and can be switched to show the SMPTE time of either the master
machine or the slave, the SMPTE offset, the song start time or the tempo.
2 outputs are provided on the rear panel of the Sync Controller so you can
stripe the master and slave machines simultaneously.
The Sync Controller also has the ability to regenerate fresh timecode,
called "jam sync".
The controller aspects of the Sync Controller are quite extensive - it can
synchronize 2 tape machines, one master and one slave, by comparing the LTC
from the 2 machines and varying the speed of the slave. A set of transport
controls which includes record, play, stop, rewind and fast forward is
provided and can be selected to control either the master (usually a video
deck) or the slave (multitrack).
The System Mode key toggles the Sync Controller between solo (slave chase)
or dual (master and slave chase) modes. The dual mode is used only if the
Sync Controller can control both machines.
The Sync Controller can send a number of useful commands to the master and
slave machines, as well as to MIDI devices. These are called "events", and
up to 99 of them can be stored in the event table memory. Each event is
locked to a specific SMTPE time using the slave's timecode as its reference.
The available transport commands are "loop begin" and "loop end" for both
machines, and "punch-in" and "punch-out" for the slave only.
The available MIDI commands are MIDI start, stop, continue and song position
pointer (SPP). MIDI clock pulses are also transmitted at a user selectable
tempo. MIDI program change commands can also be transmitted on any of the
16 MIDI commands. MIDI events can be programmed along with Loop and Punch
events so you can actually have more than 99 events. Multiple punch-in and
punch-out points are supported.
The internal event table is maintained even after the unit is turned off, so
the Sync Controller does not have to be reprogrammed for each new session
when continuing a project over a number of consecutive sessions. Automatic
tape storage is available at the push of a button, provided there's at least
60 seconds of timecode between songs. The "Save to Tape" function will
locate the slave to a position about 30 seconds before the "Song Start" time
and save the event list and other transport ballistic information to the
tape interleaved between the timecode.
The "Load from Tape" function recalls that information in a similar way -
these functions are very easy to use and are real time-savers.
The SMPTE Offset function allows synchronization of 2 tape machines whose
LTCs do not coincide or are not quite in sync with each other.
There are 28 status LEDs on the front panel of the Sync Controller that
track the many functions of the unit. There are also additional connectors
on the rear panel which include a SMPL buss, a serial port (RS-232), a sync
24 output jack, a house sync input jack and a DIN Sync output jack. It's
very easy to interface pre-MIDI gear with the Sync Controller.
Specifications:
Serial Port: 4800 baud
LTC In: (sensitivity) -25dBu, 38 mV
LTC Out: -11 dBu, 0.215V into 10K load
House Sync In: responds to 5V pulse, begins frame on leading edge
Sync 24: 5V square wave with rising edge on beat
Lock Accuracy: 1/80th frame
This unit is in very good condition, includes the AC power adapter and the
operation manual.
$150 obo.
Pictures available:
http://www.markglinsky.com/pics/PeaveySMPL1.jpg
http://www.markglinsky.com/pics/PeaveySMPL2.jpg
Located Arlington, TX.
Hundreds of references, eBay rating +1546.
Mark
glinskym@sbcglobal.net
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