Honestly also conforming to Bluetooth timecode would open up so many options and push others beyond just Nikon to implement this fabulous function!

Can't you just jam sync your traditional TC device (i.e. Tentacle) with the Rode and then use Tentacle as your master TC? It certainly not ideal, but it should work, right?

@@RandumbTech yes, but it means the rode still must be the master and then you still must also have it on the camera in addition to the Rode RX. Basically it makes the TC functionality of the Rode effectively useless. It also does not solve the issue of using two Pro systems, for which right now it would be likely better to just turn timecode off as it works right now. Personally I know I don’t intend to turn TC on my Pros until they fundamentally change how they function for jam in and out.

I was looking at purchasing the Wireless Pro system to work with my current setup using a MixPre II as master timecode and an array of TC-1s, however, because I can't jam-sync the Wireless Pro to the MixPre II, I'll have to pass on this product and look elsewhere. RODE hinted that they were thinking about offering this missing functionality as a firmware update but their lack of action so far is not encouraging.

Thank you for echoing my thoughts - I have an outstanding support ticket with Rode for how to jam the FX30 as it needs some kind of cable to connect to the micro-USB multiport on the camera, which obviously does not come with the Wireless Pro. The Rode user guide lists the FX30 as one they've tested it with but not how to do it. I've tried the Tentacle cable but it doesn't work. When I saw the FX30 in the preview I was hopeful of a resolution.

Agree mostly with this comment but BMD devices while not haveing an internal port, them haveing a jam clock that writes internally to metadata is one of biggest benifits of BMD cameras, rode has said they are doing a firmware update for better jam syncing at least 😉 😅

@@themartinhawkins you definitely want to grab Deity’s new FX3/30 timecode jam cable! It’s available from B&H and slightly cheaper than the stock Sony and in stock more often!

@@TheTechnoPilot thanks! It was next on my list but wasn’t sure if it would work after trying the tentacle one.

I'd like to see an update where two or three systems could sync to each other. Hopefully a firmware update can allow the Rode Wireless Pro to also receive timecode, not just to send it.

The answer is no- the Wireless PRO cannot accept an incoming timecode to sync to, so you can't connect them together. However, the unit's time-of-day timecode is updated when connecting the units to RØDE Central. So if you connect two WiPRO systems to the RØDE Central (desktop or phone), they won't be 100% syncronised, but they will be accurate with each other to within about a second. You'll still need to manually sync your files, but they will roughly be in the right place on your timeline.

For support, feel free to reach out to our Service Team, they will be able to help you out! help.rode.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

Hey there! Thanks for the feedback about timecode modes. Will pass this onto the team.

The Wireless PRO receiver will still be able to output timecode with the Wireless GO II transmitters connected, however the internal recordings won't be capable of receiving timecode.

The transmitters will record timecode to the on-board recordings as long as you have turned timecode on in RØDE Central. You don't need to choose a "timecode mode", timecode just needs to be on for the receiver to send timecode to the transmitters. Once a recording has started, it will contain timecode information even if the receiver is disconnected and/or turned off. If you do disconnect or power off the receiver, the transmitters’ timecode will continue to "free run" on their own internal clock. If the receiver is turned on or reconnected again, the receiver will re-sync with the transmitters. If you have the receiver powered down or disconnected, the timecode will be free-running on each of your three recording devices: transmitter 1, transmitter 2, and your camera. This may result in your footage and audio ‘drifting’ apart by a frame or two, depending on the clock in your camera and how long you record for. Because of this, we recommend leaving your receiver paired and providing an ongoing timecode signal to your camera to maintain perfect synchronisation. Thanks for your feedback- will pass it onto the team.

Hey there, the idea with timecode mode 5 is that it's just necessary to sync the Wireless PRO with devices that can accept a timecode signal to sync with. Once this sync has taken place, you're free to switch to another timecode mode, or use another routing mode (such as split, merged, or safety) as long as the "timecode" switch in RØDE Central is still turned on.

In one of the videos they put out, they mentioned that the Wireless Pro can't recieve a timecode signal **YET**, so hopefully that will change in the future and we can then use one to jam sync the other and go from there.

Hey there @evomix5132! Great question. If your camera is recording timecode, then yes, you will be able to sync the long clips and short clips easily in Resolve. To your question on whether you can keep your shotgun mic plugged into your camera, this would depend on whether your camera can sync with the timecode clock of an external device. If it can, you could just sync the camera with your Wireless PRO, unplug the Wireless PRO and plug your shotgun mic in and use both as you would previously. However, if your camera can't do that, you'll need to plug in your Wireless PRO reciever into your camera for it to recieve timecode.

Hey @mediataal, thanks for stopping by today! We can't always answer questions about third party devices such as the tentacle sync, unfortunately. However, it is quite rare for devices like this to input USB audio, it's more likely that the USB port on your device is for charging and it only uses the 3.5 input for timecode. The USB-C output on the Wireless PRO reciever is great to use with devices like phones, computers, and other devices that accept USB audio.

@@rodemic Thank you for trying to aswering my question. It’s not about the tentacle. My goal is: Record separate left+right from the audio port to my camera. And simultaneously sync the timecode to another device/camera/something. I know I can jam-sync but why should I if there is another port available which provides the timecode audio (USB). I only want to know if its possible to convert the USB audio to audible audio (with a usb to audio converter).

The answer is no- the Wireless PRO cannot accept an incoming timecode to sync to, so you can't connect them together. However, the unit's time-of-day timecode is updated when connecting the units to RØDE Central. So if you connect two WiPRO systems to the RØDE Central (desktop or phone), they won't be 100% syncronised, but they will be accurate with each other to within about a second. You'll still need to manually sync your files, but they will roughly be in the right place on your timeline.

@@rodemicThanks for your reply! If two WiPRO systems (4 mics total, each with their respective recorders) are set to time of day timecode in RODE central right before shooting a scene, will the syncing be tight for at least a few minutes?

Hey @zickiea172, sorry to hear you haven't had the best time using the timecode modes with the Wireless PRO. The device's timecode feature should be functional with your setup, so if it's not working, we'd recommend reaching out to our support team here: rode.com/en/support/contact

From my understanding yes

Correct @brown2840

Nope I just tried it on mine. Have to do the manual timecode mode. Though all the auto syncing is so good these days I'm not quite worried about just using onboard camera as scratch to sync to clapper

Bummer! But thanks for letting me know! 🙏

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Hey there @camerachris, the guides that we mention in the video can be found in our user guide here: rode.com/en/user-guides/wireless-pro Here is the guide for using timecode with Final Cut Pro: edge.rode.com/pdf/page/2218/modules/9192/Wireless%20PRO_Timecode%20Guide_FINAL%20CUT%20PRO%2010-6-8_FA%20.pdf And here's the guide for using timecode with Adobe Premiere: edge.rode.com/pdf/page/2218/modules/9192/Wireless%20PRO_Timecode%20Guide_ADOBE%20PREMIERE%20PRO%2020-6-0_FA.pdf

@@rodemic , thank you, I'll give it a look. None of the footage from my Rode Wireless Pro's and my FX3 have been able to sync using timecode in FCP so far.

While we can give you the ins and outs of all things RØDE, we aren't able to do this with software we don't make like Kdenlive. A quick search online could give you some tailored guidance. There are heaps of tutorials and forums that might have just the trick you're looking for. Give it a whirl, and if you hit a snag with anything RØDE-related, we're here to help!

@@rodemic I just gave up the sync so it is OK. Now I really need a help for deleting files in the mic. I can copy but I cannot delete or move the files in the mics. Because I have Linux OS and I do not have Mac or Windows. There is no way to delete the files inside of mics. I have Android phone so if I can delete via Android, it may be OK.

you better always do: there is always a delay in processing files or sending them over or any other sall mismatch: but I find this to be a constant - so if yu nudge - you nudge all the audio clips (or video clips above the audio line) to mach up.

Hey Geffa, the way timecode is displayed on a screen in a video doesn't actually definitively show a camera's internal clock, for a few reasons. The timecode display on a camera's screen may not represent its internal clock 100% accurately, and also the camera this was filmed on uses a rolling shutter. The files were ultimately in sync. You can test it out yourself! ✌ Any other questions?

@@rodemic thanks for that reply! That already gives me some more confidence. Hope to try this soon, if I manage to sell my DJI MIC :D

Now: brandstore.rode.com/products/wireless-pro

Good question, @EvgeniyBurak! If your device can accept timecode from an external device, you will be able to use it to sync timecode from the Wireless PRO.

Hey there @ChaoscreativeCoUkLondon, thanks for stopping by and thanks for your feedback. As you know, an external timecode sync feature is certainly something we're interested in creating for this product, although we don't have any details or timeline to reveal around this update at this time. Your suggestion for external timecode to start a recording on the device sounds like it would be really helpful for users of external recorders with this feature. We've passed it onto the team.

@@rodemic this would be fantastic and create a premium failsafe & backup solution for any audio professional using Ext TC Auto Record features. I’m so glad that the onboard 32bit record solution solves the risk of line-of-sight or interference based drop out problems. I honestly think Ext TC Rec is a unique solution and it will likely make a whole collection of other peripheral equipment redundant and help with media storage management & power efficiency. I’d personally be using 8 (maybe up to 12 transmitters if there are enough channels in the design) and retire my RF radio mic collection for it.

amazing! ! I wanted to synchronize timecode with 32bit float recording. Does it have all the features of Zoom F2-BT, Ultrasync Blue, and Ultrasync One? This is truly a complete microphone. I would like to see support for GoPro's QR code. Officially supports Timecode from GoPro HERO12. Jam Sync with QR code is easy to use. GoPro's LTC Jam Sync has a large lag, so I would like the app to provide QR code synchronization and time code display (clapperboard) functions.

Zoom F2-BT is great. If the mobile app supported controlling multiple devices at the same time and some sort of play back option it would still be the best option.