FOH FRIEND™
TIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOLA Unique Tool for Every Show Programmer– Media, Lighting and Audio

Original and DAC versions availableFeatures• Work with your local timecode and audio track files until the stage calls!
• Instantly switch between two timecode and audio sources• All the outputs and controls you need for timecode and audio tracks• Make use of every minute of your valuable programming time
• A durable, compact unit that goes with you anywhere• DAC can input and output via USB simultaneously• Single and Dual RackMount Kits availableProtective pouch
includedWorldwide Exclusive Distribution
Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

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TIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOL

Original FOH Friend

Timecode
SelectHeadphone
OutputTimecode
Input 1Audio
Input 1USB-C
Power Input

Balanced
Audio
Output

Audio
SelectAudio
Input 2Ground
Lift

Rear Audio
Output Level

Timecode
Input 2Timecode
Outputs

Headphone
Level

HeadphoneAmp PowerLEDHeadphone
Outputs• Independent gain controls for XLR audio output + true headphone amp with 1/4” and 3.5mm jacks• Three passive XLR timecode outputs, unaffected by power failure• Two audio + two timecode inputs all with combination XLR/1/4” TRS connectors• Selector switches for independent selection of audio + timecode inputs• USB powered• Will also function as a main/backup timecode or audio switch

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

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TIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOLFOH Friend DAC

USB
LEDAudio
OutputHeadphone
Timecode USB
SelectSelect Amp Power
LEDUSB-CPower Input

BalancedAudio
Output

Audio
SelectAudio
Input 2

Audio
LevelHeadphone
ModeTimecode
Input 2

USB Split

Headphone
LevelHeadphone
Outputs

TimecodeOutputs• Timecode distributor - three passive TC outputs, works even with USB disconnected• Passive audio output with volume control• USB powered headphone amp• USB sound card - playback audio/timecode files during programming and record live
audio with timecode during rehearsals• Split headphone mode - for sync verification in video playback• Level meter LEDs to indicate signal presence or overload

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

www.tmb.com
www.ProPlex.com© 2024, TMB. All rights reserved. LITPPXFOHFRIEND Effective: 12 July 2024
Specifications are subject to change without notice. This information supersedes all previously supplied information.

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Specifications
Model

FOH™ Friend

FOH™ Friend DAC

Part Number

PPFOHF743MP

PPFOHFDAC

DC Power

5 VDC only for headphone amplifier

5 VDC only for headphone amplifier

Power Consumption

0.1 A

0.1 A

Cooling

Passive

Passive

Power Connectors

USB-C

USB-C

Timecode Input Connectors

2x Neutrik XLR Female with combination 1/4” TRS

USB-C

Audio Input Connectors

2x Neutrik XLR Female with combination 1/4” TRS

USB-CTimecode Output Connectors

3x Neutrik XLR Male with 600 Ohm transformers

3x Neutrik XLR Male with 600 Ohm transformers

Audio Output Connectors

1x Neutrik XLR Male, 1x 1/4” TRS Jack

1x Neutrik XLR Male, 1x 1/4” TRS JackHeadphone Output Connectors

1x 1/4” TRS Headphone Jack, 1x 3.5 mm TRS Jack1x 1/4” TRS Headphone Jack, 1x 3.5 mm TRS Jack

Operating Temperature-4 to 104 °F [-20 to +40 °C]-4 to 104 °F [-20 to +40 °C]

Unit Dimensions (HxWxD)

1.72 x 7.22 x 5.07 in [43.7 x 183.5 x 128.7 mm]

1.72 x 7.22 x 5.07 in [43.7 x 183.5 x 128.7 mm]

Shipping Dimensions (HxWxD)

4 x 8.5 x 5.5 in [101.6 x 215.9 x 139.7 mm]

4 x 8.5 x 5.5 in [101.6 x 215.9 x 139.7 mm]

Unit Weight

1.2 lb [0.54 kg]

1.2 lb [0.54 kg]

Shipping Weight

1.4 lb [0.64 kg]

1.4 lb [0.64 kg]

1.72 in[43.7 mm]

7.22 in[183.5 mm]

Optional RackMount Kits
1.69 in[43 mm]7.22 in[183.5 mm]

5.07 in[128.7 mm]

1.73 in[44.1 mm]18.98 in[482 mm]10.07 in
[255.5 mm]

1.73 in[44.1 mm]18.98 in[482 mm]1.69 in[43 mm]7.22 in[183.5 mm]

1.16 in[29 mm]7.22 in[183.5 mm]

1.69 in[43 mm]4.42 in[112.3 mm]

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

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www.ProPlex.com© 2024, TMB. All rights reserved. LITPPXFOHFRIEND Effective: 12 July 2024
Specifications are subject to change without notice. This information supersedes all previously supplied information.

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TIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOLFOH FRIEND™ DAC SCHEMATIC

Ordering Codes

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

PPFOHF743MP

FOH Friend w/ PouchPPFOHFDAC

FOH DAC w/ Pouch

PP1RMKITSS

1U RackMount Kit, Small, Single

PP1RMKITSD1U RackMount Kit, Small, Dual

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

www.tmb.com
www.ProPlex.com© 2024, TMB. All rights reserved. LITPPXFOHFRIEND Effective: 12 July 2024
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LTC FRIEND™
DEVICESTIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOL

ProPlex LTC Network System
Timecode and/or MIDI wherever you need them!
Unlimited Ethernet distribution of LTC and MIDI
opens a world of possibilities
CodeCommander™ Powerful multi-purpose timecode processor provides timecodeconversion, generation, re-generation, configuration, repair, monitoring, plus source/output
selection and management of an entire ProPlex LTC network

Part Number - PPCODECOMLMER
proplex.com/codecommander

COMING SOON!

• Connects to a theoretically unlimited number of CodeCommanders
or CodeBridges as outputs or selectable sources over the ProPlex LTCnetwork• Enable multiple preset configurations and actions via convenient multifunction push buttons, or remote sACN, ArtNet or UDM triggers• Receive timecode over: ProPlex LTC Network, USB MIDI, DIN-5 MIDI,or 2x LTC-in on XLR-Jack combo• Send timecode over: ProPlex LTC network with 4 LTC XLR output
connectors and additional balanced timecode outputs with several
connector options plus adjustable output levels (-18dBu to +6dBu)• RGB LED dot-matrix clock displays time and status• Signal shape regeneration and jitter reduction• OLED control panel with intuitive UI. Waveform and level display forlocal LTC inputs• Remote access and configuration via built-in browser or ProPlexSoftware GUI• Redundant mains or PoE power

CodeBridge™ Timecode and MIDI transmission/reception over Ethernet

Part Number - PPCODEBLME
proplex.com/codebridge

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700• Theoretically unlimited number of CodeBridges possible on thesame network• OLED control panel with LTC clock and intuitive user interface• Oscilloscope and level timecode display• One LTC input and two independent LTC outputs, adjustable(-18dBu to +6dBu)• Built-in timecode generator capable of running at any standard
frame-rate• Redundant mains or PoE power

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

www.tmb.com
www.ProPlex.com© 2024, TMB. All rights reserved. LITPPXFOHFRIEND Effective: 12 July 2024
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LTC FRIEND™
DEVICESTIMECODE/AUDIO SWITCHING TOOL

CodeClock™ Compact timecode display with LTC/MIDI/USB conversion and LTC distribution

Part Number - PPCODECLME
proplex.com/codeclock• Large RGB LED matrix clock displays time and changes color depending on status• Receives timecode over LTC (XLR3), MIDI (DIN), or USB MIDI
• Redistributes selected timecode over LTC outputs• 3x Neutrik XLR3 outputs are transformer-isolated and have adjustable level(-18dBu to +6dBu)• OLED control panel with intuitive user interface, and waveform display• Built-in timecode generator capable of running at any standard framerate• Compact, lightweight, rugged, reliable. Backpack friendly• Available rackmount kit options• Powered via USB-C. Cable retainer prevents accidental disconnection

ProPlex LTC tools for programmers
FOH Friend™ Timecode/Audio Switching Tools
Work with your local timecode and audio track files every spare minute, until the stage calls!

Original FOH FriendPart Number - PPFOHF743MP

proplex.com/foh-friend-timecode-audio-switching-tool
FOH Friend DAC

Part Number - PPFOHFDAC• Available with and without built-in USB-C DAC• Instantly switch between two timecode and audio sources• All the outputs and controls you need for programming with timecodeand audio tracks• Independent gain controls for XLR audio output + true headphone amp
with 1/4” and 3.5mm jacks• Two audio + two timecode inputs all with combination XLR/TRSconnectors• Selector switches for independent selection of audio + timecode inputs• DAC can input and output via USB simultaneously• Backpack friendly units ship complete with carrying pouch

ProPlex LTC Devices Ordering Codes
Part Numbers

Proudct Name

PPCODECOMLMER

CodeCommander Timecode Device

PPCODEBLMECodeBride Timecode Device

PPCODECLME

CodeClock Timecode Device

PPFOHF743MP

FOH Friend with carrying pouch

PPFOHFDAC

FOH Friend DAC with carrying pouch

PP1RMKITSS

1U RackMount Kit, Small, Single

PP1RMKITSD

1U RackMount Kit, Small, Dual

PP1RMKITS+MD

1U Dual combination Small + Medium

Los Angeles+1 818.899.8818

London+44 (0)20.8574.9700

New York+1 201.896.8600

Toronto+1 519.538.0888

Beijing+86 10.8492.1587

Riga+371 6389 8886

www.tmb.com
www.ProPlex.com© 2024, TMB. All rights reserved. LITPPXFOHFRIEND Effective: 12 July 2024
Specifications are subject to change without notice. This information supersedes all previously supplied information.

sales@tmb.com

7/8CONTACT INFORMATIONLOS ANGELES HEADQUARTERS
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Toll Free: 1.877.862.3833 (1.877.TMB.DUDE)
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techsupport@tmb.com

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LONDON +44 (0)20.8574.9700
NEW YORK +1 201.896.8600
BEIJING +86 10.8492.1587
CANADA +1 519.538.0888
RIGA +371 6389 8886

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