AMBIENT ACN Master Lockit data processing unit

Ambient Recording Master Lockit ACN-ML Timecode Hub Transceiver

The ACN-ML from Ambient Recording is a timecode master and ”On the Set“ metadata server. With its dual processor architecture, the Master Lockit truly is the most powerful timecode device we have ever built. Using the acclaimed Lockit timecode generator with its rock-solid, high-accuracy, temperature-compensated oscillator,along with the sophisticated ACN, the Master Lockit offers features like generator-buffered timecode transceiving or 0.0ppm drift between linked units through the unique continuous jam with control and monitoring through the integrated web GUI.

The Master Lockit ACN-ML Timecode Hub Transceiver from Ambient Recording is a timecode master, wireless video proxy server, and "On the Set" metadata synchronization hub. It features less than one frame a day drift due to continuous jam and generator buffered timecode transceiver mode. Built-in WiFi router enables iPads running LockitSCRIPT and Tonmeister apps to automatically sync all metadata. The Master Lockit serves as the metadata synchronization hub as its onboard webserver collects and stores all metadata on the set. Meanwhile, iPads running LockitSCRIPT and Tonmeister apps maintain a local data backup.

The Master Lockit is compatible with ARRI ALEXA cameras via Ethernet, enabling the unit to provide the ALEXA with the driftless timecode while simultaneously collecting metadata. In addition, it has built-in GP I/O and LANC ports, enabling the Master Lockit to collect record start / stop positions of most cameras, including Red, Blackmagic, and Panasonic.

The Master Lockit can interface with Teradec and Vitec recorders as well, storing up to 64GB of video, and distributing video proxies directly into the LockitSCRIPT app. The video clips are associated with metadata, enabling you to use the LockitSCRIPT app to reference actual video clips within associated takes and scenes, while accessing all data collected during that shot.

Timecode master, wireless video proxy server, and "On the Set" metadata synchronization hub
Built-in WiFi enables ACN communication between iPads
Reads and stores ARRI ALEXA metadata via Ethernet
Reads and stores rec start/stop TC of cameras with GP I/O or Lanc, including Red, Blackmagic, and Panasonic
Wireless video proxy distribution directly into the LockitSCRIPT app
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