{"product_id":"canon-r5c-timecode-cable","title":"POWRIG Canon R5C Timecode Cable - DIN 1.0\/2.3 to 3.5mm TRS for Tentacle Sync \/ Ambient","description":"\u003carticle itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\" itemscope=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"POWRIG Canon R5C Timecode Cable DIN 1.0\/2.3 to 3.5mm TRS for Tentacle Sync\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"sku\" content=\"TC-R5C\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"POWRIG\"\u003e \u003c!-- Section 1: Overview --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"overview-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"overview-heading\"\u003ePOWRIG Canon R5C Timecode Cable (TC-R5C)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePOWRIG TC-R5C\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dedicated \u003cstrong\u003eLTC (Linear Timecode) cable\u003c\/strong\u003e that connects the \u003cstrong\u003eCanon EOS R5C\u003c\/strong\u003e camera's timecode port to any external timecode generator with a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm TRS output\u003c\/strong\u003e — including Tentacle Sync E, Ambient Recording Lockit, Timecode Systems UltraSync, and Deity THEOS wireless receivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cable features a \u003cstrong\u003eDIN 1.0\/2.3 connector\u003c\/strong\u003e on the camera end (matching the Canon R5C's proprietary timecode port) and a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) plug\u003c\/strong\u003e on the generator end. At just \u003cstrong\u003e30 cm (12\")\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e22 g\u003c\/strong\u003e, it adds negligible bulk to your camera rig while providing reliable LTC jam sync for multi-camera and dual-system audio workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 2: Key Features --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"features-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features-heading\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIN 1.0\/2.3 to 3.5mm TRS\u003c\/strong\u003e — Purpose-built connector pairing that matches the Canon R5C timecode port on one end and the standard 3.5mm TRS timecode output found on most external timecode generators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLTC Signal Transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e — Carries Linear Timecode (LTC) at standard frame rates: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 29.97 DF, and 30 fps. The cable wiring is configured for correct LTC polarity and level matching between generator and camera.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Major Timecode Generators\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with any generator that outputs LTC via a 3.5mm TRS jack, including:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTentacle Sync E \/ E MKII\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbient Recording Lockit (LTS-2, ACL-204)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimecode Systems UltraSync ONE \/ UltraSync BLUE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeity THEOS wireless receiver (TC output)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetso TCX-2 \/ TCX-2+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenecke JB-1 SyncBox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 cm (12\") Compact Length\u003c\/strong\u003e — Short enough to route cleanly inside a camera cage or between a cage-mounted generator and the R5C timecode port. No excess cable to manage or coil on set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22g Ultra-Lightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adds negligible weight to the rig. Important for gimbal-balanced setups where every gram affects motor calibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded Cable Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Internal shielding prevents electromagnetic interference (EMI) from nearby power cables, wireless transmitters, and LED drivers from corrupting the LTC signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 3: Specifications Table --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"specs-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specs-heading\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption class=\"sr-only\"\u003ePOWRIG TC-R5C Timecode Cable Specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTC-R5C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCamera Connector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN 1.0\/2.3 (Canon R5C timecode port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGenerator Connector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5mm TRS (tip-ring-sleeve)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSignal Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLTC (Linear Timecode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSupported Frame Rates\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 29.97 DF, 30 fps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 cm \/ 12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 g (0.78 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCable Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielded, flexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCompatible Camera\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanon EOS R5C only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 4: What's in the Box --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"box-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"box-heading\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × POWRIG TC-R5C timecode cable (30 cm \/ 12\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Camera and timecode generator are not included. Ensure your timecode generator outputs LTC via a 3.5mm TRS jack before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 5: Timecode Workflow Explanation (AI search friendly) --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"workflow-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"workflow-heading\"\u003eWhy You Need a Timecode Cable for Multi-Camera Shoots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen shooting with multiple cameras and separate audio recorders, each device runs its own internal clock. Even slight clock drift between devices causes audio and video to fall out of sync during editing — especially on long takes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etimecode generator\u003c\/strong\u003e (like Tentacle Sync or Ambient Lockit) feeds identical \u003cstrong\u003eLTC (Linear Timecode)\u003c\/strong\u003e to every camera and audio recorder simultaneously. Each device stamps every frame with the same timecode value (hours:minutes: seconds:frames). In post-production, editing software like DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, or Avid Media Composer uses this shared timecode to automatically align all camera angles and audio tracks — no manual syncing or clapper board required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCanon EOS R5C\u003c\/strong\u003e has a dedicated timecode port using a \u003cstrong\u003eDIN 1.0\/2.3 connector\u003c\/strong\u003e (a small, proprietary connector also found on some ARRI and RED cameras). This POWRIG cable bridges that proprietary port to the standard 3.5mm TRS output on your timecode generator, enabling jam sync or continuous LTC feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 6: Generator Compatibility Chart --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"gen-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"gen-heading\"\u003eTimecode Generator Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption class=\"sr-only\"\u003eTimecode generator compatibility with POWRIG TC-R5C cable\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eGenerator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e3.5mm LTC Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCompatible\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTentacle Sync E \/ E MKII\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAmbient Lockit ACL-204 \/ LTS-2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTimecode Systems UltraSync ONE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTimecode Systems UltraSync BLUE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (via Bluetooth + 3.5mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDeity THEOS (RX TC output)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBetso TCX-2 \/ TCX-2+\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDenecke JB-1 SyncBox\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Section 7: FAQ --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"faq-heading\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a DIN 1.0\/2.3 connector and why does the Canon R5C use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIN 1.0\/2.3 is a small coaxial connector commonly used for timecode and SDI signals in professional cinema cameras. It is smaller than a BNC connector, which is why it is used on compact camera bodies like the Canon R5C where space is limited. The connector has a push-pull locking mechanism that prevents accidental disconnection during shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cable work with the Canon R5 (non-C)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Canon EOS R5 (photo-focused model) does not have a dedicated timecode port. Only the Canon EOS \u003cstrong\u003eR5C\u003c\/strong\u003e (cinema variant with fan-cooled body and Cinema EOS firmware) has the DIN 1.0\/2.3 timecode port that this cable connects to. This cable is not compatible with the R5, R6, R3, or other Canon mirrorless cameras without a timecode port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to jam sync once or run continuous timecode?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canon R5C supports both modes. \u003cstrong\u003eJam sync\u003c\/strong\u003e means you connect the cable, feed timecode once to set the camera's internal clock, then disconnect. The camera runs on its own clock and may drift over several hours. \u003cstrong\u003eContinuous feed\u003c\/strong\u003e means you leave the cable connected and the generator feeds LTC continuously — this is more reliable for long shoots (over 4 hours) and eliminates drift entirely. This cable supports both workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat frame rate should I set on my timecode generator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour generator's frame rate must match your camera's recording frame rate. Common settings: \u003cstrong\u003e23.976 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e for cinematic film\/TV, \u003cstrong\u003e25 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e for PAL regions (Europe, Asia), \u003cstrong\u003e29.97 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e for NTSC regions (North America, Japan), \u003cstrong\u003e29.97 DF (drop frame)\u003c\/strong\u003e for broadcast TV. Always confirm your camera's TC menu is set to the same rate as the generator before jamming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cable work with the Canon C70 or C300 Mark III?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Canon C70, C300 Mark III, and C500 Mark II use \u003cstrong\u003eBNC connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e for timecode, not DIN 1.0\/2.3. For BNC-equipped Canon cinema cameras, you need a standard BNC timecode cable. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/timecode-cable\"\u003etimecode cable collection\u003c\/a\u003e for the correct cable for your camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this cable for audio, not timecode?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Canon R5C's DIN 1.0\/2.3 port is dedicated to timecode input\/output only. It does not carry audio signals. For audio input to the R5C, use the camera's 3.5mm microphone input or a digital audio interface connected via USB-C or HDMI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 30cm cable length sufficient for a cage-mounted generator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 30 cm (12\") is the ideal length for mounting a timecode generator (Tentacle Sync E, Ambient Lockit) directly on the camera cage next to the R5C timecode port. The cable routes cleanly without excess length to manage. If your generator is mounted off-camera (e.g., on a separate rig or audio cart), you will need a longer cable or a BNC extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Schema for Google Rich Results --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Schema --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Screen reader utility --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .sr-only {\n    position: absolute;\n    width: 1px;\n    height: 1px;\n    padding: 0;\n    margin: -1px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    clip: rect(0, 0, 0, 0);\n    white-space: nowrap;\n    border: 0;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"POWRIG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45449988636955,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2270\/2571\/files\/R5Ctimecodecable-1.jpg?v=1753175746","url":"https:\/\/www.powrig.com\/products\/canon-r5c-timecode-cable","provider":"POWRIG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}