Tentacle Timebar
Tentacle TIMEBAR
Multipurpose Timecode Display
Making Timecode Visible
The TIMEBAR timecode display offers a solution for cameras without timecode inputs, providing visible timecode for seamless synchronization. Ideal for directors and team members on set, it ensures precise timing and coordination. With its clear OLED display, it enables easy tracking of timecode, enhancing workflow efficiency in any production environment.
Why OLED?
Our OLED timecode display, engineered for unparalleled clarity and readability in any lighting scenario, courtesy of its high-contrast OLED technology. Its low energy consumption guarantees extended usage, keeping you powered throughout the day. Moreover, the OLED display delivers a vibrant color and deep blacks, elevating the overall viewing experience to new heights of precision and immersion.
Our first Timecode Generator with a display and much more
Introducing the TIMEBAR: not just a timecode generator, but a versatile multitool for your production needs. With its full timecode generator capabilities, it ensures seamless synchronization on set. But that's not all – the TIMEBAR also boasts timer and countdown functions, keeping your team on track and on schedule. Plus, with its message feature, communication is streamlined, making it an indispensable companion for directors and crew members alike.
Our credo: small & lightweight
The TIMEBAR: compact, lightweight, yet mighty. With a sleek design, it packs a punch, boasting enough battery capacity to last the entire day. Ideal for on-the-go professionals, its small form factor ensures portability without sacrificing power, keeping you on schedule from dawn till dusk.
Full control in one App
Unlock unparalleled control and synchronization with the TIMEBAR through our Setup app's seamless compatibility with SYNC E and TRACK E. With just a few taps on your smartphone, you can effortlessly manage, sync, and operate the TIMEBAR via Bluetooth. Whether adjusting settings, coordinating with other devices, or monitoring timecode, the TIMEBAR offers unmatched versatility and convenience for your production workflow.
Features
- High-contrast OLED Technology with Wide Viewing Angle
- Compact and Lightweight
- Unique Alphanumeric Display Design
- Typical Battery Runtime 24 hours
- Sync, Control & Operate via Bluetooth®
- Timecode Display & Generator
- Timer & Stopwatch
- Text Display
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
- Designed and Manufactured in Germany
Quick Start Guide
Specifications
Connectivity
| 3.5 mm Jack | Timecode In/Out |
| USB Connection | USB-C (USB 2.0) |
| USB Operating Modes | Charging, Firmware Update |
Control & Synchronization
| Bluetooth® | 5.2 (Low Energy) |
| Remote Control & Monitoring | Tentacle Setup App (iOS/Android) |
| Synchronization | Via Bluetooth® or Jam-Sync via cable |
| Timecode In/Out | LTC via 3.5 mm Jack |
| Drift | High Precision TCXO (0.2 ppm) / Accuracy less than 1 Frame Drift in 24 hours (-30°C to +85°C) |
| Frame Rates | 23.98, 24, 25 (50), 29.97 (59.94), 29.97DF and 30 (60) fps |
Power
| Power Source | Built-in rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery |
| Battery Capacity | 2200 mAh |
| Battery Operating Time | 6 hours (highest brightness) to 80 hours (lowest brightness) |
| Battery Charging Time | Standard Charge: 4-5 hours, Fast Charge: 2 hours |
Display Modes
| Timecode | Timecode / User Bits |
| Timer | Countdown of three preset values (set different values in Setup App) |
| Stopwatch | Running Time (keeps running in the background while operating in other modes) |
| Message | Text of three preset messages (edit messages in Setup App) |
Hardware
| Mounting | Integrated Hook Surface on the Back |
| Dimensions. | 211 x 54 x 19 mm / 8.3 x 2.13 x 0.75 inches |
| Weight | 222 g / 7.83 oz |