Piero's time code generator/ FINAL CUT EXPRESS

Does anyone know how to use Piero's time code program? I cannot get the numbers to move once I place the effect on the clip. They just stay at 00:00:00. Using FINAL CUT EXPRESS

Getting the same problem. No numbers rolling over.
Using: FCE 4.0.1, PF's TC Gen. v4.2
Plugin used in: FCE
Filter is applied to a slug being composited over other clips (so I can apply PF's TC Gen. over a range of cuts, rather than each underlying cut)
Timecodes: FCE TimeCode
CURRENT TC: Checked, others unchecked.
Some font and size options tailored.
Easy Setup:
Format: HD, RATE: 25.00fps
Use: HDV-Apple Intermediate Codec 720p25
Tips?

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http://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/fcpx-bug-best-practices-for-using-external-hard- drives-and-final-cut-pro-x/
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