Timecode Source

The Timecode Source setting determines whether Nuendo is acting as timecode master or slave.

When set to “Internal Timecode”, Nuendo is the timecode master, generating all position references for any other device in the system. The other options are for external timecode sources. Selecting any of these, makes Nuendo a timecode slave if “Use External Synchronization” is activated on the Transport menu.

Internal Timecode

Nuendo generates timecode based on the project timeline and project setup settings. The timecode will follow the format specified in the Project Setup section.

MIDI Timecode

Nuendo acts as a timecode slave to any incoming MIDI timecode (MTC) on the ports selected in the MIDI Timecode Settings section, now visible to the left of the Timecode Source section.

Selecting “All MIDI Inputs” allows Nuendo to sync to MTC from any MIDI connection. You can also select a single MIDI port for receiving MTC.

9 Pin Sync 1 & 2

Timecode polling over Sony’s 9-Pin RS422 protocol can be used as a timecode source.

Important

Using 9-Pin timecode is not recommended without using Steinberg’s SyncStation hardware. In other scenarios it should only be used if no other timecode source is available.

When you select one of the 9-Pin options, further settings become available in the “9-Pin Device Settings” section to the left of the Timecode Source section:

Option	Description
Serial Port	Use this pop-up menu to select the serial port corresponding to the source of the 9-pin timecode.
Control Playback Speed	If this option is activated, Nuendo will attempt to control the playback speed of the 9-pin device.
Displays follow locating device	If this option is activated, the Project cursor will follow the incoming timecode’s position. This is very helpful with tape-based devices as they locate much slower than non-linear systems. The cursor gives you a visual indication of the position of the tape machine at all times.

ASIO Audio Device

This option is only available with audio cards that support ASIO Positioning Protocol. These audio cards have an integrated LTC reader or ADAT sync port and can perform a phase alignment of timecode and audio clock.

VST System Link

VST System Link can provide all aspects of sample-accurate synchronization between other System Link workstations.

Steinberg Time Base

The Time Base is a hardware synchronizer that can provide sample-accurate sync for Nuendo. Please refer to the documentation that comes with the unit for setup instructions.

Steinberg SyncStation

The SyncStation is a full-featured hardware synchronizer with extensive machine control capabilities that provides sample-accurate sync with a variety of external devices. Please refer to the documentation that comes with the unit for setup instructions.