DM-3200 not working with "Timecode In" from back panel

[tiz9000]

I'm having trouble getting my DM-3200 to work using the analog timecode in jack on the back. I've tried everything I can think of multiple times but can't get it to work.

I have the TC In jack connected to a MOTU Midi Express XT. From the XT, I generate timecode using their software. I set the frame rates to match, and in the automation setup page on the DM-3200, I choose "TC IN" as the option for sync source. Never works! Any ideas?

 

[Bob Jonezon]

Can you send the time code as MTC from the motu to one of the DM's MIDI Inputs? Just curious if it works in that scenario.

 

[tiz9000]

I wish. No, I can't, because I'm using Ableton - which does not send MTC

 

[jamsire]

I'll never understand why people chose to use software or external MTC when the board sends out MTC perfectly clear.

 

[tiz9000]

I want to use a track on Ableton (which does not support MTC at all) that sends SMPTE to the Tascam so I can use its automation.

 

[jamsire]

I'm sorry, but you're wrong/ incorrect. Ableton DOES accept MTC when you click on the EXT button. You need to check the preferences and make sure you have properly set up you controls.

I don't have time to do an instructional video for this, but it's too easy to make happen. MTC from the DM, press EXT in Ableton and time flows nicely.

 

[tiz9000]

Well look at that, it does indeed work. Thanks!