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Large seven segment LED digit numerical time display(s) Additional three line OLED alpha/numerical display Backlit keypad Programmable function keys RS485 connection to A+V´sGT Time Code generator USB configuration and setup Ethernet connection to A+V’s MTDoE system Ethernet configuration and setup Assignable user rights management Built-in Time Code reader and MTD demultiplexer Four programmable GPIs (two inputs & two outputs) |
Working together with various TV broadcasters and studios, Alpermann+Velte developed the Multiple Time Display system (MTD). With its flexible design, the multi-timer and display system can easily be used in many different types of applications. Even multiple studios can be interconnected and share all generated information.
A MTD system consists of a central generator, digital displays and/or analog clocks coupled with a timer control unit. The central generator generates a specially encoded LTC signal we call LTC(MTD). In this LTC(MTD) there are six different times (or timers) available, such as real-time, different time zones, dates and various up or down-counting timers.
The LTC(MTD) includes all six times in it’s userbits. Distributed to a digital display, one of the six available times or timers can be selected to be visualized. The Timer Control Unit enables an easy submission of time and timers as well as a status indication.
“TCU H1”, 19” / 1RU, with second display
TCU is a user console with a numerical LED display, an OLED information display and a backlit keypad:
- The LED display has 15 mm digit height, 7- segment LEDs in red. It displays a time in the format(HH:MM:SS).
- The color of the OLED display (Organic Light Emitting Diode) is yellow. It displays the status information.
- The keypad has 18 backlit keys,15 keys have an inscription.
- All keys except the numeric keys 0-9 can be programmed. The three keys without inscriptions are special function keys, where the currently selected function is indicated directly on the OLED display.
- Optional 2nd Display (TCU H1).
- LTC input for display functions or reference time
- Voltage supply via an external power supply or directly from the Rubidium VL or VD module.
- The TCU can either be used in a tabletop format or mounted in a 19“-rack with 3RU/21HP. The TCU H1 housings dimensions are 19“ 1RU.
TCUE is a control unit for MTDoE systems (MTD timer distribution over ethernet; for further information please see our seperate brochure). The TCUE’s main functions differ in the following points:
- Ethernet port for a mobile operation
- Voltage supply via an external power supply or PoE (Power over Ethernet)
- Tabletop housing only
Internal comparators and other available functions can be used for control of the built-in audio beeper, various GPIs and for changing the display formats. The expiration of a stopwatch could entail a buzzing signal, a signal at one of the GPI outputs, and also include a flashing reminder indication. Timer start and stop signals can also be received from external sources to any of the two input or output GPIs.
Several studios belonging to a larger complex can use multiple TCUs connected to only one central generator. By enabling certain access rights to individual TCUs, it can be guaranteed that the individual studio only has access to change its allocated times or timers.
Software updates and configuration can be done over the USB or Ethernet port (TCUE only). Tools and the latest firmware versions can be downloaded at www.alpermann-velte.com
TCU specifications
| LTC/MTD IN (RJ45 and DSUB9F): |
| RS485 |
| Balanced inputs or outputs of the RS485 serial interface |
| LTC IN |
| Format |
| ANSI/SMPTE 12M-1999, balanced |
| Signal level |
| 60 mVpp - 5 Vpp, auto-ranging |
| Input impedance |
| 47 Ω |
| Ethernet (TCUE) |
| standard ethernet port, MTDoE |
| Configuration Port |
| USB |
| Universal serial bus “B” jack |
| Compatibility |
| USB 1.1 (compatible with USB 2.0) |
| Flash software upgradable |
| Yes |
| 2x GPI input (via RJ45) |
| Programmable |
| Zero-crossing, external trigger, etc... |
| 2x GPI input (via RJ45) |
| Fader contact, start, stop, reset, hold, etc... |
Others
| Operating voltage |
| 10-30 V DC |
| Power consumption |
| max. 5W, 3W typical |
| Weight TCU/TCUE, tabletop housing |
| 0.6 kg approx. |
| Weight TCU 19”, table or rack mountable unit |
| 0.2 kg approx. |
| Weight TCU H1, 19”/1RU housing |
| 0.4 kg approx. |
| Dimensions TCU/TCUE, tabletop housing |
| W x H x D 112 x 5 1 x 162 mm/4.41 x 2.01 x 6.38 inches |
| Dimensions TCU 19”, rack mountable unit |
| W x H x D 106 x 129 x 40 mm/4.17 x 5.01 x 1.57 inches |
| Dimensions TCU H1, 19”/1RU housing |
| 19” 1RU |
| Environmental characteristics, operating |
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Temperature: +5 °C - +40 °C
Relative humidity: 30 % - 85 %, non-condensing |
| Environmental characteristics, non-operating |
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Temperature: -10 °C - +60 °C
Relative humidity: 5 % - 95 %, non-condensing |
| Cable length |
| Up to 10 m |
Product ordering ID
| TCU |
| Time control unit, tabletop housing |
| TCUE |
| Timer control unit, Ethernet interface, tabletop housing |
| TCU 19 |
| Time control unit, table or rack mountable |
| TCU H1 |
| Time control unit, 19”/1RU |
| TCU-EP |
| external power supply |
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Option TCU DR |
| second display, 14mm red, for TCU H1 |
| Option TCU DG |
| second display, 14 mm green, for TCU H1 |
| Option TCU DY |
| second display, 14 mm yellow, for TCU H1 |
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The RUBIDIUM modules must be used in conjunction with a RUBIDIUM housing and a RUBIDIUM power supply, please see our overview leaflet for more information. |
© Alpermann+Velte 1996 - 2011; March 04, 2011