Batch adding Timecode Track into a Quicktime file

Hey,
Anyone have any idea how I can batch add a timecode track to a heap of Quicktime files and make the timecode 01:00:00:00 on each?
I have a hundreds of quicktime files from a Canon 7D, and it doesn't create a quicktime file with a timecode track. I know I can do it easily within FCP but only one clip at a time, it would be nice to do it in one go.
Thanks,
Gus

A little late at the party, but nevertheless...
This (free) tool lets you batch add TC to a bunch of clips, including custom reelnames.
http://www.videotoolshed.com/?page=products&pID=42
HOWEVER, it does NOT allow you to add THE SAME TC to all clips.
(As i believe that is totally nonsense. In order to get good media management you need different TC's.)
It can do Rec run style (thus, numbering up) or Free run style (using the shoot time for TC, the shoot date for Reelname)
hth,
Bouke
** disclaimer, i AM the owner of the product advertised, but since it is FREE, i won't make any money of THIS product, but hope to make some money on other products on my site. **

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