[TC2TR] LTC & MTC/MIDI Transceiver

LTC & MTC/MIDI Transceiver [TC2TR]

The KissBox TC2TR Transceiver allows you to use a standard Ethernet network to distribute Smpte LTC Time-code and MTC Midi Time-code to any part of your system.

You can configure a TC2TR to behave as a standard Time-code and MIDI interface for a Computer  running Windows or OS X. Although connected trough the IP network, software running on your PC or Mac will “see” the TC2TR as a local MIDI interface, compatible with any existing MIDI application.

The TC2TR basically uses the RTP-MIDI network protocol to send and receive data over the network. RTP-MIDI is an open standard, which is natively supported by Mac OS X (no driver to install), and for which a free driver is available for Windows (XP to Win8, 32 and 64 bits). Computers running Linux OS or any special software or controller not capable of handling the RTP-MIDI protocol can utilize a direct UDP packet handling option.

Multiple TC2TR units can distribute Time-Code between them, and/or interface with controllers on the network.

More information on the RTP-MIDI protocol standard is available on Wikipedia

More information on the SMPTE – LTC protocol standard is available on Wikipedia

• Sends and receives Smpte LTC Time-code and MTC Midi Time-code over Ethernet.
• Reads and writes EBU/Smpte LTC at 30 – 29.97 – 25 – 24 fps
• RTP – real-time MIDI
• Controlled latency < 900 μs
• Windows, Mac OS X and Linux compatible
• Acts as standard MIDI / Smpte interface.
• Peer-to-Peer Time-code transmission
• Operating power over the network cable.– IEEE 802-3af
• Ready for the new MMA “HD” protocol
• No [DINRM1] DIN-Rail mounting clip Included (purchase separately)

• Dimensions (WxHxD):  3.38’’ x 3.38’’ x 2.2’’  (86mm x 86 mm x 56mm)
• Rack Space Required:  2U
• Weight:  0.791 Lbs  (0.359 Kg)
• Power Supply:  POE – EEE802.3af / 15W / 48V
• Power Consumption:  3W (Max.)
• Heat dissipation:  7 BTU
• Operating Temperature:  +32°F ~ +131°F (0°C ~ +55°C) /  10% ~ 90% / non-condensing humidity

TC2TR Dimensional Drawing