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Generating SMPTE from DP using a MOTU audio interface
Using Digital Performer's transport controls and the SMPTE Console, you can command your MOTU interface to stripe LTC.
The LTC (analog SMPTE timecode) can be used to slave your external devices, and the MTC is used to slave DP. Here's how to set it up:
- Under the Generator portion of the FireWire or PCI SMPTE Console, set the Destination to any analog output. Note that the 828mk2 has a dedicated SMPTE output, so "SMPTE" will be your only option when using the 828mk2.
- Enable "Generate from sequencer" and set the frame rate as needed.
- Then press Play in DP.
This process can also be done in other DAWs. Check with your application's documentation for help on setting up MMC / MTC.
Alternatively, you generate SMPTE timecode from DP using an MTP AV, Express XT, or micro express. Check out this tech note for more info.