1. What is Timecode Duration?

Timecode duration is the difference between two timecode points (Start TC and End TC) in a video or audio production. It's essential for editing, synchronization, and timing in media production.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the timecode duration formula:

Where:

• \( Start\ TC \) — Beginning timecode (HH:MM:SS:FF)
• \( End\ TC \) — Ending timecode (HH:MM:SS:FF)
• Framerate — Frames per second of the media

Explanation: The calculator converts both timecodes to seconds (including frame portion) and calculates the difference.

3. Importance of Timecode Calculation

Details: Accurate timecode calculations are crucial for video editing, audio synchronization, broadcast automation, and media asset management.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter timecodes in HH:MM:SS:FF format, select the appropriate framerate. The calculator supports both drop-frame and non-drop-frame timecodes.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between drop-frame and non-drop-frame?
A: Drop-frame timecode skips frame numbers to maintain synchronization with real time in 29.97 fps NTSC video.

Q2: How do I input timecode values?
A: Use the format HH:MM:SS:FF where HH=hours, MM=minutes, SS=seconds, FF=frames.

Q3: Why is framerate important?
A: Framerate determines how frames are converted to fractional seconds in the calculation.

Q4: Can I calculate durations longer than 24 hours?
A: Yes, the calculator supports timecodes up to 99:59:59:FF.

Q5: How precise is the calculation?
A: Results are precise to the millisecond (3 decimal places).