Ambient ACN-LS User manual

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Lockit Timecode
Lockit Slate
ACN-LS
Rev. 3.34

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Table of contents
1. Introduction 2
2. Package Contents 3
3. Safety Instructions 3
4. Powering 5
5. Description 6
6. Attaching the Handle: 7
7. Setup Menu Diagram 8
8. Menu Description 10
POWER ON / OFF 10
LED DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS 10
MAIN DISPLAY 10
MAIN MENU 11
GEN MENU 11
SLATE MENU 14
TC MENU 17
SYS MENU 18
ACN MENU 20
EXIT 23
9. LED Indications 24
10. Firmware Update 24
11. Physical specifications 25
12. Warranty & Approvals 26
Warranty 26
CE Conformity Statement: 26
FCC Statement 27
13. Recommended accessories 28

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1. Introduction
As all Ambient Clockit devices the LockitSlate provides a rock solid, highly accurate,
temperature compensated time code generator.
The LockitSlate Display Module is built on the proven platform of the TinyLockit with added
slate specific functions and features a new ultra-bright LED display. It is supplied with a
durable polycarbonate slate board and polymer clapsticks with inlaid rhombs. The clapsticks
are also available made of maple wood.
Except for a sync signal output, it comprises the full functionality of the Lockit and TinyLockit,
including ACN (Ambient Clockit Network) support and transfer of the clapped time. These
network capabilities also allow the LockitSlate to be a fully functional, generator buffered time
code transceiver. This provides the stability of an Ambient Lockit Generator with the flexibility
of a wireless TC system but without the fear of dropouts.
In addition, it also offers time code conversion between LTC and MTC and vice versa, so a
playback time code can be displayed, an audio workstation synchronized and the display
module is also suitable for studio use.
Some more great features have been implemented: it has a motion sensor so it flips the
display when the slate is turned upside down for end slates, a sensor for ambient light so the
brightness can automatically adjust, variable offset for the displayed time, a supercap so time
is not lost on battery replacement for some minutes, and of course an enhanced reader that
can display multiple or slow speeds and even backwards.
Super bright flash LEDs help to find slate point on the time line or seconds transitions on
fame 00.
As known from the Lockit and TinyLockit, the user interface is easy and intuitive to use.
Due to its modular concept, the LockitSlate can be equipped with custom slate boards, or the
display module can be used alone.
Thanks to the machined, pearl blasted and anodized aluminum body the LockitSlate can
easily withstand the roughest production conditions.

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2. Package Contents
-ACN-LS Time Code Slate including:
-ACN-LD Lockit LED Display
-ACN-LCP Clapstick POM with inlaid rhombs
-ACN-LB polycarbonate board
-LS-HG detachable handle
-ANT-2.4-SMA-M90 Antenna SMA right angle
-Manual
-Board marker with Velcro
3. Safety Instructions
For your own safety and trouble-free use of your LockitSlate ACN-LS please carefully read
through the instructions below. Always keep a copy of these instructions and hand them out
with the unit to other users.
This unit is exclusively intended for indoor use. Keep it safe and away from water, rain and
humidity and dry under all circumstances even when powered off. Clean gently with a slightly
moistened cloth and never let water, detergents or liquids of any kind get into the unit as this
will imply the risk of short circuits and electrical hazard.
Keep distant from sources of heat and never expose to direct sunlight. Admissible ambience
temperature is from +5° to +50° Celsius.
Do not throw or expose to mechanical impact and keep it safe from hard vibrations.
Only use genuine accessories such as cables, antenna, etc. which have been supplied by an
authorized dealer. Always observe integrity and the pertinent compatibility with all units
connected to.
Do not perform software updates in situations the integrity of mains supply cannot be
granted such as thunderstorms and remove connections from and to all devices directly or in
directly connected to mains.
Only use intended batteries type Mignon AA with 1.5V. Watch correct polarity when inserting
the batteries, instructions can be found in the manual and on the device itself. Disregard of
handling may cause battery leakage or even risk of explosion.
To maintain secure electrical contact the batteries are loaded with high spring tension and
can shoot out of the compartment if opened without attention. Always secure the outer
battery contact and release slowly when accessing the compartment.
Proper recycling of used batteries might mandatory be instructed by local law. Please check
for requirements and dispose at foreseen institutions. With regard to environment only
dispose completely discharged batteries.
When powering from external sources remove the batteries. Pay attention to the use of LPS
sources in compliance to part 2.5 of EN 60950-1.

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When using the wireless connection of the LockitSlate ACN-LS place it centrally and keep it
distant from sources of possible interference such as microwaves or electrical devices with
large metal surfaces.
Use the original antenna directly attached to the socket. Extension or use of 3rd party
accessories is not licit.
Never open the unit. Inappropriate and unauthorized access will void the warranty and imply
possible risk of harm to the user.
When disposing the unit follow the legal requirements for recycling electronic equipment.
CLEANING THE SLATE BOARD:
It is recommended to clean the polycarbonate slate board with alcohol, diluted soap water,
window cleaner or similar.
NEVER USE ACETONE!
Chemical Resistance
Acids –concentrated
Poor
Acids –dilute
Good
Alcohols
Good
Alkalis
Good-Poor
Aromatic hydrocarbons
Poor
Greases & Oils
Good-fair
Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Good-poor
Halogens
Poor
Ketones
Poor