Sync App won't lock to SMPTE (won't stay on line)

Sync App won't lock to SMPTE (won't stay on line).

1) 1/4 second or more of bad or missing Time Code.
2) Check the SMPTE Volume to the LTC/MTC converter.
3) Allow for 5-10 seconds of preroll.
4) Bad SMPTE source.
5) Verify SMPTE start time with the current session.

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