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The MTCR records in the industry-standard .wav (BWF) file format, ensuring compatibility with virtually any audio or video editing software.
Yes, the MTCR recorder can be tethered to a camera to serve as a source for high-quality or backup audio recordings.
The MTCR is equipped with an industry-standard TA5M jack that accepts both mic and line-level signals, and provides bias voltage to power a wide array of electret lavalier microphones.
The MTCR features a user-friendly interface with a keypad and LCD for straightforward setup and adjustment.
Yes, the MTCR recorder is housed in a robust aluminum billet for enhanced durability, making it suitable for field production.
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microSDHC memory card
.wav files (BWF - Broadcast Wave File)
24-bit
48 kHz
HD mono mode: 24 bit - 144 kbytes/s
32 bit - 192 kbytes/s
Split gain mode: 24 bit - 288 kbytes/s
32 bit - 384 kbytes/s
Analog mic/line level compatible; servo bias preamp for 2V and 4V lavaliere microphones
Dynamic mic: 0.5 mV to 50 mV
Electret mic: Nominal 2 mV to 300 mV
Line level: 17 mV to 1.7 V
TA5M 5-pin male
3.5 mm mini jack; TRS
-3 dBu (575 mV RMS)
20 Hz to 20 kHz; +0.5/-1.5 dB
110 dB (A), before limiting
< 0.035%
5-pin LEMO
0.5 Vp-p to 5Vp-p
10 k Ohms
SMPTE 12M - 1999 compliant
300 mW
AAA Lithium non-rechargeable (recommended)
6.5 hours typical
-5 to 122 Degree F (-20 to 50 Degree C)
2.37 x 2.14 x 0.67" (60 x 54 x 17mm)
2.5 oz (71g) with AAA Lithium battery
Let the Lectrosonics MTCR Miniature Time Code Recorder with M152/5P Lavalier Microphone revolutionize your audio recording experience in film and video production. This compact and durable device is engineered to capture professional-grade audio, perfectly synchronized with timecode, even when wireless microphones are impractical or the subject is out of range.
The MTCR's diminutive size makes it virtually invisible, allowing for discreet placement within garments and costumes, or as a hidden "plant" microphone to record ambient or location-specific sounds. Its innovative design ensures that, once synced with timecode at the start of production, the audio track can be seamlessly and accurately integrated into the video timeline.
Crafted for compatibility, the MTCR records in the industry-standard .wav (BWF) file format, ensuring easy integration with virtually any audio or video editing software. For scenarios demanding a direct connection, the recorder can be tethered to a camera, serving as a source for high-quality or backup audio recordings.
Equipped with the industry-standard TA5M jack, the MTCR accepts both mic and line-level signals, and provides bias voltage to power a broad array of electret lavalier microphones. This high-quality input connection is fully compatible with microphones pre-wired for use with Lectrosonics' professional wireless microphone transmitters, offering versatility and ease of use.
The user-friendly interface, featuring a keypad and LCD, allows for straightforward setup and adjustment, while the robust aluminum billet housing, a hallmark of Lectrosonics' mechanical design, ensures the recorder withstands the rigors of field production. Choose the MTCR Miniature Time Code Recorder with M152/5P Lavalier Microphone for an innovative, high-quality audio recording solution that is both user-friendly and reliable.
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