Matching Free Run time code in FCP...

Hi, I just shot three dance shows with three different camera's for each show. We set the camera's on Free Run and reset both time codes at the same time but now how to I find and match up this timecode in FCP?
Is there a certain way to capture the footage for this?
Thanks,
Alex

how to I find and match up this timecode in FCP?
Load a clip into the Viewer. The original timecode will be displayed in the upper right hand timecode window.
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We have a multi-camera event coming up which will consist of 3-4 cameras. There is downtime between each segment that we are covering and I'd like to set each camera to free-run timecode so I can synch them in post. The Free run will be manually set on each camera so they won't be in perfect sync.
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I don't know what kind of experience you have shooting events like this, but I'll relate some of my experiences for anyone who's interested.
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