The VG-50 is a compact sized combination SMPTE VITC time code generator and LTC-to-VITC time code translator. It's operates with SD analog composite video and is ideal for use to add VITC to a copy of an analog video recording or to add VITC time code to a blackburst reference signal. It has an "On Screen" display of either the time code or the user bits (or OFF) and the display also has a "Phase Meter" which shows the relationship between a SMPTE LTC time code input and the associated video input.
- Generates industry standard SMPTE VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code).
- Translates LTC (audio) time code into VITC time code.
- "Time Code Analyzer" in on-screen display when translating LTC-to-VITC.
- "Jamsync" mode presets VITC time code to SMPTE LTC input.
- Generates VITC in drop frame or non-drop frame format.
- Simple "on-screen" preset of time code or user bits.
- Front panel switches to select line pairs for VITC placement.
- Run/stop operation using front panel momentary switch;
- Regenerates VITC for edit system recorder when used with VLT-50.
- Available in NTSC RS-170A or PAL 625/50 models.
- Operates from 9 volts DC. Supplied with an AC adapter or can operate from a single 9V battery.
- Available in standard 19" Rackmount and Horita 7.5" "Short Rack" packages.