The Wholehog MIDI / Timecode Processor provides the flexibility to interface a Wholehog operating system to external MIDI, LTC and VITC sources for synchronised show playback. A serial port allows for transport control of timecode sources such as tape decks. Naturally, the processor connects with the rest of the Wholehog system using Fast Ethernet, and so can be situated remotely from the console, simplifying the connections to timecode sources.
As with every other Wholehog system component, multiple MIDI / Timecode Processors can be connected to a single Wholehog system simultaneously, allowing for different playbacks in the same system to be triggered from different timecode sources. Thus, a single Wholehog system can provide functionality that would previously have required multiple lighting control systems to handle the multiple timecode streams.
Supports Film, EBU (PAL/SECAM), NTSC and SMPTE timecode
Video genlock and burn-in window
Timecode synchronisation and routing over network
Serial port for transport control
Local interface with LCD screen and buttons for configuration and testing
Comprehensive timecode status and test facilities
All functions are configurable remotely
Firmware remotely upgradeable over network
75MHz PowerPC processor with 32Mbyte DRAM and 8Mbyte FLASH memory
100Base-TX fast ethernet
White LED backlit graphic LCD for graphical user interface
Comprehensive LED status feedback
Auto-ranging mains input (90-250V AC)
Precision machined Aluminium panel with wear-resistant anoprinted legends
