Ambient Recording Lockit+ Users Guide

Firmware Version 8.0

Software Version 2.3

Table of contents

1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04

2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06

3. LED Blink Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07

4. Powering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08

5. Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09

6. Basic Button Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

7. Operation Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

7.1 C-Jam Mode (Continuous Jam) ..................................11

7.2 TX Mode (Transceiver Mode) ...................................12

7.3 ACN Receiving Mode ..........................................14

7.4 Single Jam Mode .............................................14

8. Special: Wireless TC & Sync Oset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

9. Access the Web Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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10. Features of the Web Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

10.1 Generator Tab ..............................................18

10.2 ACN Settings ................................................20

10.3 Radio Wizard ................................................21

10.4 Sound Recorder .............................................23

10.5 Lens Metadata ..............................................24

10.6 System .....................................................24

10.7 Metadata Workow with LockitScript App .......................25

11. Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

12. Useful Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

13. Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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1. Introduction

Lockit+

The Lockit+ combines the state of the art, high-accuracy Ambient Lockit
Timecode and Sync technology with advanced metadata management options

to improve your workow between set and editing.
It’s the successor of both the MasterLockit and MasterLockitPlus. A lot of user
input has gone into further development to make the Lockit+ the true agship
of the Lockit family.

Highly Accurate Timecode and Sync Generator

For over 30 years, Ambient Timecode has been synonymous with precision

and reliability. Like the Lockit, the Lockit+ provides all timecode and sync for­mats and full ACN compatibility.

But wait… there is more! We called it Lockit+ because of its modular design

and the many added values.

+ Modular Hardware Design

The Lockit+ is available with dierent extensions. They oer additional in­terfaces (like USB or SuperSlot) to serve dierent situations on set or in the
studio.

+ WiFi Access & Web Interface

The built-in server spans a local WiFi, giving users browser-based access to

all the Lockit+ features via mobile device or computer.

+ Advanced Control and Monitoring

The web interface of the Lockit+ gives access to advanced generator settings

and monitoring of all Lockit devices within the ACN.

+ Metadata Hub

The Lockit+ can extract technical metadata from compatible cameras to
broadcast it via WiFi to the Ambient LockitScript App for script supervisors.

+ TX Mode

Lockits can be started in the so-called TX mode to become a timecode bridge.
The TX Master will automatically adapt its speed to the external timecode
source and broadcast TC start and stop via ACN to all other Lockits. This is

especially relevant if you want your audio recorder to be the master clock on

set, in playback situations or in virtual production setups.

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+ Lens Metadata Processing

The Lockit+ stores key Cooke /i lens metadata frame-accurately in an

open le format - at the same time it makes the data accessible live via
WiFi or ethernet.

+ Frequency Scanning

Plug the separately available antenna into a USB port of the Lockit+ to per-

form a full frequency scan. In the web interface you get concrete suggestions
for available frequencies for your transmitters and receivers.

+ Remote Control

Use the web interface of the Lockit+ to remotely control your Sound Devices

6 or 7 series recorders.

+ More to come

The Lockit+ design is future-proof. The modular approach allows to elegantly
oer further applications and extensions in the future.

ACN stands for Ambient Communication
Network and is our own wireless network.

It utilizes an extremely reliable, proprietary 2.4GHz network with
16 selectable channels for communication to minimize lag and
interference with other radio sources. All gathered information

is buered until it is successfully received and stored.

The ACN is used to interchange timecode related information
including time, frame rate and user bits as well as device meta­data between Lockits or third-party devices with built-in Lockit
Module.

Learn more about the beauty of ACN here:

https://ambient.de/en/acn-technology

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2. Unit Description

6

3

5

10

4

1

7

8

9

Front

1 Blue TC & ACN Connector (LEMO-compatible)

2 Yellow TC & Sync Connector (LEMO-compatible)

3 ACN Antenna, SMA RP 2.4GHz, keep attached to unit

4 WiFi Antenna, SMA RP 2.4GHz, keep attached to unit

5 RGB Status LED

6 OLED Display

7 Power Button

8 Red Button

9 Green Button

10 Battery Compartment (2x BX1)

Standard Extension

A USB-A connector

A

C

B

2

B USB-C connector (also for powering)

C USB-C connector for Midi TC (future feature)

D Blue TC & ACN Connector (LEMO-compatible)

E Hirose (for external powering)

E

D

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3. LED Blink Code

Mode 1sec 2sec

ACN Jam (C-Jam, TX, Single)

Jam transmitted / sent

Jam received

Lockit, NanoLockit, LockitSlate Take2,
Lockit+ (in standby) or LockitModule

TC out mute; will start with preference

TC out mute; will start from fallback zero

TC out active

TC out active; output level reduced

TC out active; low battery

Lockit+ with WiFi active

TC out mute; will start with preference

TC out mute; will start from fallback zero

TC out active

TC out active; low battery

TX Mode Warnings

TC out mute; no initial LTC source

TC out active; LTC source lost/stopped

Charging Mode, Unit o

ext. Power, charging

ext. Power, fully charged

blinkash

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4. Powering

The Lockit+ can be powered by 6 to 24 Volts DC via a Hirose 4-pin connector,
pin 1 carrying GND pin 4 positive voltage. Supply ratings and typical values in

operation:

6V DC min. rating 3.5A, 12V DC min. rating 1.7A, 24V DC min. rating 1A

Alternatively, you can also power the Lockit+ via the USB-C socket.
Supply rating: USB-C PD (power delivery) 5V, 3A

It is also possible to run the Lockit+ only with the two included BX1 batteries.

Please make sure to only change the batteries one after the other. This work­ow keeps the timecode running while the unit is switched on and also main­tains the real-time clock when switched o. In basic operation the batteries
will last for up to 4 hours.

2.

1.

Note: To change batteries please push the
battery release levers.
Please assure to push the levers down
before inserting the batteries.

If the Lockit+ is switched o and power is applied, the LED will slowly blink red
to indicate charging of the batteries. Fully charged, the LED will be lit perma­nently green.

If the Lockit+ is in operation the charging status and the connected external
power supply are shown in the display.

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5. Display

1

3

2

4

5

6

7

1 Timecode

2 Project Rate (FPS)

3 Battery Status / Ext. Power

4 Unit ID / Unit Name

5 Status WiFi

O/Standby
Starting
On
Shutting down

6 ACN Mode

7 ACN Channel

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6. Basic Button Operations

Turn On: Press and hold Power until LED lights green to start unit.

Turn O: Press and hold

Power for 5 seconds until power o menu

appears. Continue with additional button presses:

Power: Shutdown
Red: Standby*
Red & Green: Reset WiFi / LAN settings

Access Menu: While the unit is running you can access the menu
by pressing

Red & Green simultaneously.

There you can easily set:

• Project Rate:

23.98 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 29.97 DROP / 30 / 47.95 / 48 / 50 / 59.94 / 59.94 DROP / 60 FPS

• Sync Output:
o / P / PsF / i / 48 kHz / 96 kHz / 192 kHz

• ACN Channel:
11 – 26 / o

• TC Start Preference:
RTC / RTC-12 / zero / one / manual

Note: RTC-12 automatically sets Start TC to
RTC in the mornings or RTC-12 after 1pm.

• LED Brightness:
1 – 10

• TC&SyncOset:

-10.00 ... +10.00 frames

Note:ndmoreinformationin
chapter 8.Special:WirelessTC&SyncOset

Tap Red to decrease or Green to increase a parameter value.
Tap Red & Green simultaneously to conrm and proceed.
Tap

Power to cancel or to leave the menu.

Applied settings will be persistent over a reboot until reset or changed.

Reset: When switched o, press and hold

Red & Green

simultaneously to perform a factory reset of the Lockit Module.

*

Lockit Module running, web interface shut down

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7. Operation Modes

Within the ACN there is always one Lockit device acting as timecode transmit-

ter, broadcasting timecode and frame rate to the Receivers. You can choose
between C-Jam, TX and Single Jam Mode.

7.1 C-Jam Mode (Continuous Jam)

In C-Jam Mode we utilize our ACN network to completely prevent any drift. In
this mode one Lockit device acts as a C-Jam Master. It sends a pulse through
the ACN every six seconds to constantly align with all other Lockit boxes.

To start the unit as C-Jam Master press and hold

On the display you will see an (M)
appear, indicating that the device
is ready to go.

Press and hold

The icon on the display will switch to M.

All other Lockits (that are on the same ACN channel) will now automatically
follow the C-Jam Master and display an ACN icon at the lower right of the

display.

Green to conrm the timecode and start the C-Jam.

Green, then tap Power.

The Lockit+ will remember that it has been set to C-Jam Master. It will
automatically start in C-Jam master Mode when booted via the power button

afterwards. You can also start and stop the C-Jam Mode and adjust your start­up preferences in the Lockit+ web interface.

Since even in C-Jam Mode every unit still uses its own VCO (voltage-controlled

oscillator) to generate timecode (and sync), they don’t necessarily have to be

in range of the C-Jam master constantly to be accurate.

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Lockit devices that are powered up at a later point in time will automatically

follow the C-Jam Master and set their timecode and frame rate accordingly.

Note: Just one unit is allowed to be the C-Jam Master within an ACN channel. A
second master will be blocked and will also automatically follow the C-Jam Master
and display an ACN icon at the lower right of the display.

7.2 TX Mode (Transceiver Mode)

The TX Mode basically works like the C-Jam Mode, with the dierence that
the TX Master receives start/stop timecode and frame rate from an external
source via LTC or Midi. Main use cases are playback situations (e.g. music
video shootings), rec run setups (e.g. start/stop recording triggered by run­ning timecode) or virtual production setups.

To start the unit as TX Master press and hold

Red, then tap Power.

On the display you will see TX appear.

The TX master will automatically adapt its speed to the LTC-in timecode

source and broadcast the external source’s TC start and stop via ACN to all
other Lockits. They will display an ACN icon at the lower right of the display.

As soon as the external source stops sending timecode to the TX Master,
the timecode on all Lockits will freeze, and they will start ashing yellow.
As soon as the timecode starts running again, they’ll ash green again.

To make the TX Mode work, all Lockit Devices must run on the latest
rmware (7.xx) which is available for Lockit, NanoLockit, LockitSlate Take2
and Lockit+.

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External TC source

TX Mode

12:23:41:03

or or

12:23:41:03

12:23:41:03

Computer

(Midi TC)

Automatically adapts internal generator
speed to external timecode source

Audio Recorder

(LTC)

12:23:41:03

12:23:41:03

Studio Master Clock

(LTC)

Cable

TX master*

12:23:41:03

Lockit LockitSlateNanoLockit

*

Can be any Lockit device started up with Red + Power.

We broadcast Start, Stop and Freeze Frame through ACN.

Pro tip for VFX, Volume, 3D setup and projects
with high demand of genlock accuracy:

We recommended to project tune the ACN devices once.
The Project Tune feature is available within the ACN Radar
of the Lockit+.

Find more information here:

Chapter 10.2 ACN settings

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7.3 ACN Receiving Mode

All Lockit devices that are jammed via a C-Jam or TX Master automatically
switch to ACN Receiver Mode, indicated by the ACN logo in the lower right of

the display.

Lockit devices in ACN Receiving Mode constantly follow the current C-Jam or

TX Master.

To power up just long-press

Lockit devices that are powered up at a later point of time will automatically

switch to ACN Receiver Mode after having received a jam via ACN. Their time­code and frame rate will be set accordingly.

Power.

7.4 Single Jam Mode

In Single-Jam Mode you can send a one-time pulse through the ACN to sync

all Lockit devices. From then on, each Lockit continues to run autonomously.

This is perfectly ne for most occasions, as our Lockit devices are highly
accurate and drift less than a frame within 24 hours.

To power up just long-press

All Lockit devices in this mode can send and receive a Single Jam. Choose
one of your Lockits and press

lights up twice.

This way timecode and frame rate gets broadcasted to the other Lockit box­es in the same ACN channel.

Power.

Green for 3 seconds until the green LED

Note:OnceaLockitdeviceisturnedothetimecodegeneratorstops.Afterturning

on again you must perform the Single Jam again.

That’s why we recommend C-Jam Mode over Single Jam Mode, as it
completely eliminates drift and is more convenient to use.

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Good to Know: Plug and Play Timecode

Instead of using the graphical menu of the Lockit+ (pressing

Red & Green at once) or the web interface - feed in time-

code and frame rate externally.

Just plug the Lockit+ to the TC Out port of another device (e.g.
your Sound Recorder) and it will automatically take over time­code and frame rate.

This only works if no Single Jam has been sent - or a C-Jam / TX
Master is active in the ACN channel. Indicated by the LED ashing
red and green alternately.

If the device is already jammed and you attach an external time­code source, you can enter the “Compare Screen”. This displays
a potential timecode drift between external source and your
Lockit.

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8. Special: Wireless TC & Sync Oset

Wireless TC & Sync Offset

How to compensate processing

delay in virtual production

TX Master

This setting will oset timecode and sync on all outputs and the LockitSlate’s
timecode display. The OLED will still show the current running timecode with
an indication of the oset value.

This allows for compensation of frame processing delay on video walls,

cameras and further 3rd party equipment.

Use Case 1: How to compensate processing delays in virtual production

16:28:24:19

16:28:24:21

Lockit

offset

Set offset for all

Lockit devices in ACN via

Lockit+ web interface

ACN Settings

Lockit+ TX Master

ACN Radar

-02.00 -02.00

LED wall

16:28:24:19

LockitSlate

offset

16:28:24:21

16:28:24:21

LTC

Virtual production

server with 2 frames

processing delay

SYNC

16:28:24:21

Studio Master Clock

(LTC)

Lockit+

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Use Case 2: Adjust internal processing delays of cameras - classic setup

Wireless TC & Sync Offset

Classic set

Adjust offset in
Lockit display menu

16:28:24:21

Adjust TC & xync offset
for cameras with internal
processing delays

C-JAM

Master

16:28:24:21

16:28:24:21

16:28:24:21

Sound Recorder

No offset needed

No offset needed

9. Access the Web Interface

The built-in server spans a local WiFi, giving users browser-based

access to all the Lockit+ features via mobile device or computer.

Per default the WiFi name and password are both the serial number
of your Lockit+.

Once connected to the WiFi of your Lockit+, you can access the web
interface by entering ”10.0.0.1” or “serialnumber.local” in the address eld

of your browser (z.B. Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge …)

If you forgot your WiFi password, you could reset the WiFi and LAN settings
in the shutdown menu. Long-press Power, then press

Red & Green

simultaneously.

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10. Features of the Web Interface

10.1 Generator Tab

Comprehensive conguration of the internal generator of the Lockit+

• Set the real-time clock (RTC) and the date format

• Start the timecode and set a startup preference

• RTC

• RTC-12

• manual

• Set your project rate

• FPS: 23.98 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 29.97 DROP / 30 /

47.95 / 48 / 50 / 59.94 / 59.94 DROP / 60 FPS

Note: RTC-12 automatically sets Start TC to
RTC in the mornings or RTC-12 after 1pm.

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• Change Userbits

• date with format ED/AD

• date

Note: ED/AD stands for european/american
date format

• date without year

• manual

• Congure Yellow Sync Connector

• Wordclock(o,48kHz,96kHz,192kHz)

  • VideoSync(o,PsF,p,i:dependingonselectedprojectrate)

  • PPFSync(o,Multiplier1x,2x,4x)

• Congure Blue ACN Connector

• Metadata In/Out

- Metadata device (RED DSMC2 or Sound Devices 6 or 7 series)

- Lens data (Cooke/i³)

- RED DSMC2 (Lockit+ is not running in C-Jam Mode)

• TC & Sync Oset (see 8.Special:WirelessTC&SyncOset)

• from -10.00 till +10.00 frames

Thissettingwillosettimecodeandsynconallhardwareoutputs.

The OLED will still show the current running timecode with an indication
oftheosetvalue.UsetheTC&syncosettoadjustyourrecording
equipment to a video wall.

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10.2 ACN Settings

Monitor and manage all Lockits within the selected ACN channel.

• “Your Lockit+”

• Start C-Jam master

• Select ACN channel

• Rename unit

• ACN Radar

  • Checkstatusofconnecteddevices(online/oine)

• Grid view and list view of ACN devices

- Online / oine

- Rename units

- Set oset

- Set sync

- Battery status

- Timecode aberration

*

*

• Project tune devices

*

Lockit,LockitSlateTake2,Lockit+withrmware8.x

Good to Know: Re-calibrate your Lockit Setup

If you want to re-calibrate your Lockit Setup after some years
of operation, you can perform a Project Tune (former feature of
the discontinued ACC controller).

All Lockits within the selected ACN Channel will be tuned simul­taneously. The process will take approx. 2 minutes during which
the devices will rapidly blink red and green. Tune value will be
overwritten by the factory value on a factory reset.

Attention: NEVER initiate a Project Tune during a shoot. There
will be a hard reset of the sync pulse when the process is n­ished. This will potentially bring cameras
in operation out of clock and compromise active recordings.

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10.3 Radio Wizard

Plug the separately available antenna ACN-RF (A80958) into the USB port
and open the Radio Wizard tab in the Web Interface to perform a full

frequency scan. The frequency range may be set from 100 MHz to 1500 MHz.

You will get concrete suggestions for available frequencies for your trans-

mitters and receivers. Intermodulations caused by your wireless audios will
also be displayed.

Open the Radio Wizard tab and create your rst setup. Setup denes all the
transmitters / reciecers you currently use in your sound bag or sound cart.

You can use the same setup for the whole production or create separate

setups for dierent locations. The latter makes sense if you want so safe
radio network scans for a later point.

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After creating your setup, you need to add systems. System means the
product type of a transmitter set (e.g.: Lectrosonics Block 32 or Wisycom
MCR54) Please insert the following parameters of your wireless system:

• min frequency (MHz)

• max frequency (MHz)

• step size (kHz)

• Window size (MHz, optional)

• Count of items

Within those systems you create dierent items. Each item will represent a
concrete wireless Transmitter / Receiver.

Afterwards click on Scan & Coordinate to run a scan in the range of your setup.

The range is automatically calculated from the lowest min frequency and the

highest max frequency of all your created items / systems.

If you encounter any problems with a suggested frequency, there are dierent
options for new coordination or a recoordination of a single item.

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10.4 Sound Recorder

Use the web interface of the Lockit+ to remotely control your Sound Devices

6 or 7 series recorders. When congured correctly you can prepare and edit

scene, take, notes, arm and rename tracks, remote roll your recorder, circle

takes and, in the end, create comprehensive sound reports.

Note: the available options and behavior strictly depend on the protocol made
availablebySoundDevices.Forexample,readingmeterstatusisonlyavailable
for 788T.

For series 7 connect the cable MLC-CL (A80339) from the Blue ACN connector

to the C.Link-in port. For series 6 connect the cable MLC-HID from the Blue
ACN connector to the USB-A port.

Now you can enable the data connection to your Sound Devices Recorder by

choosing "metadata device" in the Blue ACN Connector panel within the Gen­erator menu.

Note: a separate timecode cable is needed to jam timecode to your Sound Devices

recorder.Pleasesetthetimecodeto"external"inthemenuofyourSoundDevices

recorder.

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10.5 Lens Metadata

The Lockit+ stores key Cooke/i lens metadata frame-accurately in an open le

format (supported protocol: Cooke/i3 - “i cubed”: please update to the latest

Cooke rmware). You may record lens data on the internal web server or
connect an USB stick for recording. To do so connect the metadata interface

of the lens with the blue ACN connector of the Lockit+ with the ACN-CP cable

(A80962).

The Lockit+ also provides access to live lens data via TCP/IP:

After establishing a TCP connection to either port 3001 (for streaming YAML

format) or port 3002 (for raw Cooke/i packet data), the Lockit+ should start

sending TC-timestamped lens data as soon as a lens is connected.

10.6 System

In the System Panel you see the serial number and rmware version of both
of your Lockit+ and the built-in Lockit Module.

Please check https://ambient.de/en/downloads to get the latest rmware

updates. To perform an update the Lockit+ needs to be externally powered.

You can also congure the WiFi settings (host or client) and the LAN settings
if a LAN-adapter is connected to the Lockit+.

If you forgot your WiFi password, you could reset the WiFi and LAN settings

in the shutdown menu. Long-Press Power, then press
simultaneously.

There is also an auto power option available. If enabled and the Lockit+ is
externally powered, it will automatically start up.

Red & Green

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10.7 Metadata Workow with LockitScript App

ACN

To make camera metadata (e.g. clip name, lens, ISO etc.) show up in the
LockitScript App, the iPad must be connected to the Lockit+ in C-Jam

Mode via WiFi.

Compatible cameras:

• ARRI CAP2 cameras

• RED DSMC2 cameras

The basic principle is that Lockit boxes on the cameras send the metadata
via ACN to the Lockit+ in C-Jam Mode. From there, all collected metadata is
sent via WiFi to the iPad with the LockitScript App.

WiFi

Workow for ARRI CAP2 cameras:

• Connect a Lockit+ to the ethernet port of the camera.

• Required cable: MLC-L1B10P

• In the camera menu activate CAP2 and leave the CAP2 password
at its default "arri".

• Make sure both the connected Lockit+ and the camera operate in
LAN Mode “Static”.

• The default IP of the camera is "192.168.0.100".

• Congure your Lockit+ LAN adapter to use a static IP in the same
network (e.g. 192.168.0.101).

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Workow for RED DSMC2 cameras:

• Connect a NanoLockit (or Lockit / Lockit+) to the Sync and RCP port of
camera.

• Required cable ACN-TC-RCP (A80027)

https://ambient.de/en/cables/timecode-cables/998/
acn-tc-rcp-timecode-and-metadata-interface-cabel-for-red-cameras

• Activate RCP serial in the camera settings.

More Info: https://ambient.de/en/lockitnetwork

Quick Help: [e-mail]

11. Firmware Upgrade

To update the rmware of the Lockit+ navigate to

System  Firmware Upgrade in the web interface.

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Drag and drop the latest rmware le (named “LP-X.X.X.upgrade”)
from your desktop.

Please note:

TheLockit+needstobeexternallypoweredtoperformarmwareupgrade.

To download the latest rmware (.upgrade le)
please visit https://ambient.de/en/downloads

12. Useful Links

• Timecode Cable Guide

https://faq.ambient.de/
hc/en-001/articles/4415083061650-Timecode-Cable-Guide

• ACN Technology

https://ambient.de/en/acn-technology

• Ambient FAQs

https://faq.ambient.de/hc/en-001

• LockitNetwork FAQs

https://faq.lockitnetwork.com/hc/en-001

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13. Appendix

13.1 ACN Channel Frequencies

The ACN is designed to allow for friendly coexistence of dierent systems on
the same channel. Still, equivalent ARRI remote focus equivalents listed to fur­ther help avoiding interferences. The default ACN Channel is 18.

ACN ARRI EMIP WRS

Channel Center Frequency (MHz) Channel

11 2405

12 2410 0

13 2415 1

14 2420

15 2425

16 2430 2

17 2435 3

18 2440

19 2445

20 2450 4

21 2455 5

22 2460

23 2465

24 2470 6

25 2475 7

26 2480

Learn more on https://ambient.de/en/acn-technology

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13.2 Connector Pinouts

Blue ACN Connector and Yellow Sync Connector

Accept LEMO FGG.0B.305 and compatible push-pull plugs

Connectors carry TC in and out as per industry standard,

plus sync on one and ACN metadata on the other.
They accept Lemo FGG.0B.305 compatible push-pull plugs.

1

ACN SYNC (yellow cable)

1 GND GND

2

5

2 TC in TC in

3 ACN TX PPF out

4 ACN RX Sync out

3

4

5 TC out TC out

Trilevel Sync Out Impedance 75Ω / Dual Load: 38Ω
LTC Out Impedance 1kΩ
LTC In Impedance 15kΩ

Hirose

Primary DC port, connect your external power supply here.

4

1

Hirose HR10-7P-4P or compatible

1 GND

2 NC

3 NC

3

2

4 6-24V DC

Antennas

SMA type F, leave supplied antenna attached, only substitute with

original replacements ANT-2.4-SMA-M(90)

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Safety Instructions

For your own safety and trouble-free use, please carefully read through the

instructions below. Always keep a copy of these instructions and hand them
out with the unit to other users.

This unit is exclusively intended for indoor use. Keep it safe and away from
water, rain and humidity and dry under all conditions, even when powered o.

Clean gently with a slightly moistened cloth and never let water, detergents or
liquids of any kind get into the unit as this will imply the risk of short circuits

and electrical hazard.

Keep distant from sources of heat and never expose to direct sunlight. Ad-

missible ambience temperature for operation and storage is from +5° to +50°

Celsius. Power down before storing or shipping, detach external power sourc­es, and, if applicable remove batteries.

Do not throw or expose to mechanical impact and keep it safe from hard
vibrations.

Only use genuine accessories such as cables antennae etc. which have been
included with the unit or supplied by an authorized dealer. Always observe
integrity and the pertinent compatibility with all units connected to.

Powering from external sources is exclusively limited to the use of LPS sourc­es in compliance to part 2.5 of EN 60950-1 with correct polarity, voltage
range, and current rating. Disregarding recommended power requirements
may damage the product or even risk explosion of the internal backup cell or
inserted batteries.

Do not perform software updates in situations in which the integrity of mains
supply cannot be granted such as thunderstorms and remove connections

from and to all devices directly or in directly connected to mains.

When using the wireless connection, place it centrally and keep it distant from
sources of possible interference such as microwaves or electrical devices with

large metal surfaces. Only use the original external antenna directly and rmly
attached to the socket. Extension or use of 3rd party accessories is not per­missible.

Never open the unit. Inappropriate and unauthorized access will void the
warranty and imply possible risk of harm to the user.

When disposing the unit, follow the legal requirements for recycling electronic

equipment.

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Warranty

Ambient Recording GmbH warrants this product against defects in materi­als and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) year from date of original retail
purchase. This is a non-transferable limited warranty that extends only to
the original purchaser. Ambient Recording GmbH will repair or replace the
product at its discretion after evaluation at no charge. Warranty claims due to
severe service conditions will be addressed on an individual basis.

THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE.
AMBIENT RECORDING GMBH DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AMBIENT RECORDING GMBH IS NOT RESPON­SIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING
FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

Because some jurisdictions do not permit the exclusion or limitations set
forth above, they may not apply in all cases.

For all service, including warranty repair, please send the prodcut, along with
proof of purchase date to your retailer, or, if not applicable, to:

Ambient Recording GmbH
Schleissheimer Str. 181 C
DE – 80797 Muenchen, Germany

Please obtain a return authorization through the contact form on our website
before sending in a unit.

https://ambient.de/en/service

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Approvals

CE Conformity Statement:
Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22

Manufacturer’s Name:

Ambient Recording GmbH

Manufacturer’s Address:

Schleissheimer Str. 181 C, DE – 80797 Muenchen, Germany

declares that this product is in conformity with:

- EN 62368-1

- EN 300 328 V2.1.1

- EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2

- EN 301 489-3 V1.4.10

which is indicated and armed by the applied CE marking.

FCC Statement

The FCC requires that the following statements be
included in this manual:

FCC § 15.19

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation.

Canada CNR-Gen Section 7.1.3

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux con­ditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utili­sateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si

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le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

FCC § 15.21

Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC § 15.105
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-

tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa-

tion. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ICES-003

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme

NMB-003 du Canada.

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