Betso WTCS-1

Betso WTCS-1 [WTCS-1]

The Betso WTCS-1 is a wireless timecode slate with a 1" white graphical LED display and an integrated RF transceiver for wireless timecode distribution and unit state monitoring. Its built-in Wi-Fi supports cooperation with the iOS MovieSlate 8 application, enabling metadata to be shown on the WTCS-1 display. The slate is designed as a lightweight, durable system with menu-based control and an internal backup supply for timecode continuity.

Main Features

• 1" white graphical LED display with adjustable brightness and anti-glare surface.
• Manual multi-step brightness control and automatic mode via ambient light sensor.
• Writing sheet with backlight for low-light readability.
• Integrated Wi-Fi with iOS MovieSlate 8 support (metadata transfer and display).
• Digital RF link for timecode distribution and unit state monitoring, up to 500 m (line of sight).
• Built-in backup battery keeps timecode running for up to 3 hours during main power replacement.
• Built-in accelerometer for automatic display orientation.
• Advanced battery level monitoring with low-power indication.
• Firmware upgrade via microUSB.
• Mechanical construction: CNC milled, anodized aluminium alloy and stiff wood arms.

Specifications

• Display: 1" high, white graphical LED display with adjustable brightness.
• Dimensions (h × w × d): 230 × 185 × 24 mm.
• Weight (without batteries/rechargeables): approx. 760 g.
• Construction: CNC milled, anodized aluminium alloy and stiff wood arms.
• Powering: 6× AA battery (alkaline or lithium) or 6× AA rechargeable (NiMH, NiCd).
• External powering: 6–15 V DC (15 V max).
• Current consumption: approx. 30–1000 mA (depends on display brightness); approx. 4 mA in standby (arms closed).
• Battery life: up to 100 hours active (lowest display brightness); up to 370 hours standby (arms closed).
• SMPTE TC formats: 23.976–30 fps including DF/NDF; also 0.5× and 2× multiples (11.98–60 fps).
• TCXO: GPS calibrated temperature compensated oscillator (±0.1 ppm).
• Accuracy: less than 0.3 frames/24 hours (without RF transmission); 0.0 frames/24 hours with RF transmission.
• Input TC sensitivity: 0.2–10 V (p-p).
• Frequency range: 902–928 MHz (USA/Canada); 863–870 MHz (Europe); Japan (region setting).
• Number of RF channels: 5.
• RF output power: 10 mW (10 dBm).
• Operating range: up to 500 m (line of sight).

Included

• Betso WTCS-1 [WTCS-1].