Installation & Operation Guide Version 4.
Table of Contents Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Contacting Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Camera Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Applying Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Remote Network Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Notices Trademarks AJA®, KONA®, Ki Pro®, KUMO® and XENA® are registered trademarks of AJA Video, Inc., Ki Pro Mini™, Io Express™, Io HD™, Io™ and “Work. Flow.” are trademarks of AJA Video, Inc. AirPort, Apple, the Apple logo, AppleShare, AppleTalk, FireWire, iPod, iPod Touch, Mac, and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Final Cut Pro, QuickTime and the QuickTime Logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview Ki Pro Mini is an all new way of connecting production and post using the same codecs you edit with—Apple ProRes 422 or Avid DNxHD—for acquisition. Ki Pro Mini offers a miniature form factor that makes for the smallest camera and 10-bit recorder package available.
Control options are flexible, with simple interfaces available from either the front panel, or Ethernet 10/100/1000 connection is possible via an RJ45 connector, allowing remote control and configuration from a Mac or PC web browser. This manual covers Ki Pro Mini installation, operation and optional accessories. Features Ki Pro Mini offers many unique features for optimum quality, ease of use, and support for a wide variety of workflows and environments.
Apple ProRes 422 Advantages Quality: Excellent, broadcast quality Captured media is virtually indistinguishable from pristine uncompressed sources. Better yet, ProRes maintains the quality during editing, surviving multiple encoding/decoding generations without degradation. It was designed by Apple for editing, rather than as a transmission/distribution codec as are most popular codecs. Some of the advantages include: • Full-size 1920-by-1080 and 1280-by-720 HD resolutions.
Avid DNxHD 36 is for high-quality offline editing at the original frame size, frame rate, and aspect ratio and is only offered when working with 1080p format video. NOTE: SD video encoding using Avid DNxHD is not supported. What’s In The Box? When you unpack your Ki Pro Mini, you’ll find the following components: • Ki Pro Mini CD-ROM—this CD contains documentation—including this manual you’re reading (PDF format).
Warning! Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth. System Requirements The Ki Pro Mini records and plays Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime files to/from industry standard Compact Flash (CF) cards. Files are stored on the CF cards using the Apple HFS+ file system. This makes the cards readable on any Mac natively (using an attached CF card reader) and PCs using 3rd-party software that can read HFS+ formatted drives (MacDrive for example).
Chapter 2: Ki Pro Mini at a Glance Overview When using Ki Pro Mini, you’ll make media cable connections to a variety of equipment based on how it’s being used. Chapters 2 and 3 discuss how to operate and use the Ki Pro Mini in its many configurations—this chapter introduces the operating configurations, power supply options, plus all indicators, controls, and connections so you’ll have a working knowledge of how it can be used to tie together the worlds of acquiring media (production) and post-production.
Controls and Connectors Figure 2. Ki Pro Mini Operator Side (front panel) Connector Side 2 Compact Flash (CF) Card Slots (Indicator LED shows which is active) HD/SD SDI I/O (2x BNC) HDMI v1.
Buttons Power ON/OFF Button: Controls system power on/off and shows whether power is ON (when illuminated) or OFF. To turn power on, press the button once. It isn’t necessary to press hard or depress the button—it’s a “soft” button sensed by the processor inside. When OFF, and the button is touched, it will begin powering up and display start-up progress on the alphanumeric display. To power down, you must press and hold the power button down for 2 seconds.
SELECT (up/down): The SELECT up/down buttons operate differently depending on whether Ki Pro Mini is in the TRANSPORT mode or the MENU mode. In the TRANSPORT mode, the SELECT buttons select clips and operate like “previous” and “next” keys. When a clip is selected, Ki Pro Mini “cues” it to the beginning. Note that ordering and playback of clips is based on timestamp order (creation date), not clip name. However, in a playlist, ordering and playback is determined by playlist order.
Caution! Removing a CF card with the slot LED lit, or while flashing, can result in corrupted media or potential damage to the CF card media. Analog Audio Input Level Adjust Knobs: NOTE: Knobs underneath the VU meters allow you to adjust the analog input levels for each of the two audio channels. Digital audio via embedded SDI and HDMI is not affected by the adjustment knobs. To adjust an analog audio level, press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment.
Figure 3. Ki Pro Mini Connectors Connector Side HD/SD SDI I/O (2x BNC) HDMI v1.3a I/O (2x HDMI) LANC Loop LTC Input line, mic, or phantom level switch Ethernet 10/100/1000 RJ45 (for Browser Control) 2 channel balanced analog audio input port, Selection edia on Buttons shows which ot is active ON/OFF Connections • HDMI—v1.3 video with embedded audio (2 channels input, 8 channels output ), 1x connector for input and 1x connector for output.
HDMI formats supported: • 525i 29.97 • 625i 25 • 720p 50, 720p 59.94, 720p 60 • 1080i 25, 1080i 29.97, 1080i 30 • 1080p 23.98, 1080p 24, 1080p 25, 1080p 29.97 NOTE: When using Ki Pro Mini HDMI connections and attaching it to any HDMI audio or video accessory, you must use one each of the ferrite beaded HDMI cables, HH-28F-06, between the input and output ports of the Ki Pro Mini and the HDMI accessory to maintain regulatory compliance.
Warning! Ki Pro Mini has no user-serviceable parts. To remove power from the unit, remove the 4pin XLR power connector to ensure disconnection. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
and when done, will display a completion confirmation. Press STOP to return to regular operation and use the newly formatted media. Using Ki Pro Mini Media in Final Cut Pro When a Ki Pro Mini CF card is removed and connected to a Mac via a 3rd-party CF card reader (user supplied), the CF card will mount as a normal Apple HFS+ filesystem. The REEL NAME parameter is the name of the media that will appear mounted on the OSX desktop.
Warning! Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Figure 5. Optional Ki Pro Mini Mounting Plate, with Screws (supplied) Kit Contents Example: Two mounting plates attached to a Ki Pro Mini The optional Ki Pro mounting plate—or “cheese plate” — has been pre-drilled to accommodate a wide variety of user preferred mounting options such as a V-mount, Camera Rod system, or hot shoe adapter.
Warning! Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the device. Warning! Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility. Remove the supplied AC line cord from mains power when moving the unit.
batteries and the duration of some recordings. It is best to be mindful of remaining battery life. The use of batteries with metering or remaining power indications is highly recommended. For very long recordings, it is advisable to use the supplied AC power supply instead of battery power. Remote Network Control Figure 8.
Devices on a LAN have IP addresses which may be fixed and permanent, or dynamically assigned by the network (DHCP). When attaching Ki Pro Mini to a LAN, you should first talk to your network administrator and find out how they want it connected (static IP or DHCP). Your IT department will be able to supply the information you need to install Ki Pro Mini on a LAN.
NOTE: Networking Ki Pro Mini using a Static IP Address If Ki Pro Mini fails to find a DHCP server via its network connection, it will fall back to using the factory default static IP of 192.168.0.2—or whatever IP address you’ve previously defined. AJA recommends you define a Static IP address with parameter 50.2 so you’ll be prepared in the event your DHCP server fails. To set a static IP address for Ki Pro Mini, you’ll have to make some simple Parameter menu selections.
Networking Ki Pro Mini using the Factory Default IP If you don’t want to use DHCP to network Ki Pro Mini and also don’t want to set your own static IP address, you can simply use a Default setting to use a factory setting of 10.65.74.65. This might be useful for an application where you directly connect a laptop or computer to Ki Pro Mini and want to get networking quickly. Here are the steps to set up this method of communication: 1. Use the Select buttons to navigate to parameter “50.
Chapter 3: Installation Overview The following topic describes set up and installation of Ki Pro Mini. Choices you will make include how Ki Pro Mini will be controlled (front panel or Ethernet & web-browser) and the physical system requirements for your application. Warning! Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Warning! Do not block any ventilation openings.
Desktop Mounting When using Ki Pro Mini on a desktop, you can simply lay the unit on a desktop or flat surface—or for a low-footprint, purchase a Ki Pro Mini stand kit to locate the Ki Pro Mini vertically on the desktop. The stand comes with a power adapter cable having a 90 degree connector so the power cord can run underneath the Ki Pro Mini, exiting to the rear of the stand. The optional stand comes with 2 mounting screws and a 90 degree power cord adapter. Figure 10.
The optional Ki Pro mounting plate—or “cheese plate” — has been pre-drilled to accommodate a wide variety of user preferred mounting options such as a V-mount, Camera Rod system, or hot shoe adapter. To extend your mounting options and use the Ki Pro Mini itself as a mounting point for other 3rd Party devices like batteries or wireless mics, simply order a second Mini Mount and attach your 3rd party device to it. Figure 12.
Using AC Power To begin using Ki Pro Mini, plug the 4-pin XLR on the supplied AC adapter into the XLR power socket on the back of Ki Pro Mini. Then plug the AC adapter line cord into 110 VAC or 230 VAC (the supply is autosensing). As mentioned earlier, if you’re using the optional desktop mounting stand, you’ll also use the supplied 90 degree power cable adapter with the Ki Pro Mini AC adapter. Figure 13. AC Power Connection 1. Locate Line Cord 2. Insert into DC supply 3.
Remote Network Control Figure 14. Ki Pro Mini Networking Examples LAN Connection Laptop w/Web Browser for Remote Control 10/100/1000 Base-T Hub 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN WAN/ISP Firewall & Router Direct Ethernet Connection Laptop w/Web Browser for Remote Control 10/100/1000 Base-T Network Connections Ki Pro Mini can be networked directly to a MacBook Pro or Mac using a single Ethernet cable (straight or cross-over)—or it can be connected to a local area network (LAN).
TCP/IP Information You’ll Need If your LAN has a DHCP server that assigns IP addresses dynamically, then you don’t have to configure anything (Ki Pro Mini defaults to DHCP). If for some reason your IT administrator prefers an assigned IP address that is fixed (called a “static IP”), then get the IP address—you’ll be entering it in the “IP CONFIG parameter.
If Ki Pro Mini cannot get an address from the DHCP server on the LAN while Ki Pro Mini is set to DHCP via parameter 50.1, it will then automatically drop back to a preset factory IP address of 192.168.0.2. In this instance you can follow these alternate steps to communicate with Ki Pro Mini: 1. 2. 3. NOTE: KiPro Mini v4.2 Set the computer’s Ethernet IP address to 192.168.0.n (where n is not 2). Set the computer’s Subnet mask to 255.255.255.
Networking Ki Pro Mini using a Static IP Address To set a static IP address for Ki Pro Mini, you’ll have to make some simple Parameter menu selections. The illustration below shows the four menu selections you need to make, while entering the information provided to you by your IT administrator (as discussed earlier). Figure 15. Configuring Ki Pro Mini with a Static IP Address Note: for parameters 50.2, 50.3, and 50.4, you will be setting IP addresses that consist of “octets” separated by a period (i.e.
Networking Ki Pro Mini using the Factory Default IP If you don’t want to use DHCP to network Ki Pro Mini and also don’t want to set your own static IP address, you can simply use a Default setting to use a factory setting of 10.65.74.65. This might be useful for an application where you directly connect a laptop or computer to Ki Pro Mini and want to get networking quickly. Here are the steps to set up this method of communication: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Chapter 4: Front Panel Operation Panel Overview There are two ways to control Ki Pro Mini: from the front panel or remotely from a web browser connected via the Mini’s ethernet RJ45 connector. This chapter discusses controlling and using Ki Pro Mini from its front panel. (Remote control via browser is discussed later in Chapter 5.) In Chapter two we discussed the panel controls overall, so ensure you've read and understand that material first.
SC26ATK12 REEL 001 01:04:23:10 S1 47% For the MENU mode, depressing one of the 3 MENU buttons (STATUS, CONFIG, or MEDIA) will enter the corresponding menu. In the STATUS menus, the Select buttons will cycle through the various STATUS screens. The Adjust buttons have no effect on the STATUS menu. The first STATUS page shows the format and frame rate of the material being recorded or played back. The second page shows the timecode settings.
The display for the CONFIG and MEDIA menus is shown below: Parameter Number Parameter Name Available Selections (chosen by Adjust buttons) CONFIG Menu (Idle Mode) Parameter Number Parameter Name Available Selections (chosen by Adjust buttons) MEDIA Menu (like CONFIG) TRANSPORT Mode (default) TRANSPORT mode is the default mode for Ki Pro Mini operation. When you power up Ki Pro Mini, the first display you’ll see is TRANSPORT mode menu.
Recording a Clip There is more than one way to record a clip since you can control Ki Pro Mini in numerous ways. The MEDIA and CONFIG menus presented later in this chapter detail the parameters available to control recording. Before we get into that level of detail, here’s an example of just how simple recording can be: 7. Press the STATUS button. You’ll see the currently selected input and input format (line 1) and the chosen recording format and audio input (line 2). 8.
Playing Back a Clip To playback recorded media, select a clip and press PLAY. If the clip you wish to playback is not currently selected, use the SELECT up/down buttons until the clip name appears on the display. Like recording, there is more than one way to initiate playback (front panel or web browser). From the front panel these are the basic steps: 1. Press the STOP button to get to the TRANSPORT mode (if not already there). Find the clip name in the display (it shows the current clip/reel). 2.
STATUS menus The STATUS menus display I/O status and Alarm information. The STATUS menu can be accessed almost anytime and will not change any active transport modes. Like the CONFIG and MEDIA menus, STATUS display screens can be viewed by pushing the SELECT up or down buttons. Pressing STATUS will exit the screens and return to TRANSPORT mode, where an action could still be occurring (like playback or even recording). Record Mode As mentioned earlier in this chapter: Line 1: Displays the current clip.
Once there is a Ki Pro Mini alarm active (e.g. Invalid Selection) the STATUS button light will blink for as long as the alarm is present. This alerts you so you’ll know the reasons for the alarm condition are still active—you can then press the STATUS button to determine what the alarm condition is. CONFIG and MEDIA menus, once entered after an alarm notification, will cause the alarm display to go away.
the media, "N/A" appears in the clip area of the UI, "Loading" appears in the clip area of the UI but does not eventually load a clip, or hitting the record button with all settings correctly configured for the Ki Pro Mini does not result in a recording. “WARNING Name in Use” appears if the clipname specified in the naming parameters already exists on the CF card. This also happens when take 999 is reached and no more take numbers are available.
Apple ProRes 422 (LT) Apple ProRes422 (HQ) Avid DNxHD 220x Avid DNxHD 145 Avid DNxHD 36 Note: (Support for SD video is not provided by Avid DNxHD, and DNxHD 36 only provides support for the 1080p format) Files must be Ki Pro Mini supported frame rates and must use 24-bit 48kHz audio (2 or 8 channel), if audio is included. Files copied to Ki Pro Mini that do not meet these criteria may not appear in the web UI or front panel UI when you review clips.
14.1 ENCODE TYPE This parameter defines the Apple ProRes encoding method if ProRes has been selected as the encoding mode. These are the options: ProRes 422 (default) ProRes 422HQ ProRes 422LT ProRes 422PX Record media as Apple ProRes 422 files. Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) files. Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (LT) files. Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (Proxy) files. Or the following appears if 14.0 Encode Mode has been set to DNxHD.
15.4 DROPPED FRAMES This parameter determines how playback handles dropped frames. CONTINUE STOP In the unlikely event that the playback of a clip(s) begins to drop frames, this parameter allows users to define whether the playback continues or stops. 16.1 FORMAT MEDIA This parameter is used to format the currently selected CF card.
17.2 CLIP NAME This parameter determines the clip name associated with all clips generated while using this setting. The clip name is either “Clip” or “SC”: SC (default) Clip Clips generated will have filenames beginning with “SC” Clips generated will have filenames beginning with “Clip” Clip Naming—Two The following two examples show how clip names are generated.
Example 2: using customized settings: REEL NAME 002 CLIP NAME CLIP CLIP NUMBER 12 CLIP APPEND None ALPHA APPEND B The resulting clip would be named as follows: “CLIP12TK1”. The media would be named “002” if mounted on a desktop as a volume. 17.3 CLIP NUMBER This parameter determines the clip number, from 1 to 999, that follows the CLIP NAME, and is associated with all clips generated while using this setting.
2. The Take number will auto-increment past existing numbers for the “prefix” as defined by the Reel Name, Clip Name, Clip Number, Clip Append, Alpha Append, and Take settings. 3. If the number is at “999” , Ki Pro Mini wil record a clip with take 999, but then cannot auto advance so the second attempt to record will generate a “Name In Use” alarm. This prompts you to select a new Clip Name, Clip Number, Clip Append, Alpha Append, and/or Take settings so that a new unique “prefix” is created.
19.4 CUSTOM TAKE This parameter defines a custom take. The custom take number is defined via the front panel select and adjust up/down arrows. 1 to 999 (default = 1) Press ADJUST button up or down to change the TAKE value from 1 to 999, if a value other than the automatically generated value is desired. 22.1 GANG CLIP NAME This parameter is used when performing gang recording via multiple Ki Pros and/or Ki Pro Minis (refer to Controlling Multiple Ki Pros later in this manual).
CONFIG Menu Parameters Many of the CONFIG menu parameters are used together to configure the type of Ki Pro Mini recording and associated conversion formats used on the input or output for a particular workflow. 1.1 RECORD TYPE This parameter defines the frame recording method. RECORD TYPE can be configured to record the incoming video signal in a “NORMAL” manner, “PsF” signal if the incoming source is 1080psf 29.97 (for example), or variable frame rate (VFR).
1.9 SUPER OUT This parameter provides superimposition of timecode and transport state (Record, Pause, etc.) onto the SDI output. These are the options: Off (default) SDI Superimposition is disabled Superimposition is enabled for the SDI output 2.1 VIDEO INPUT This parameter selects a video input source from the video input connections available. This is the video that will be recorded and/or passed through.
NOTE: 1. Not all devices support 8-channel audio. Ki Pro Mini does not provide a "mixdown" option for 8 channel recordings on output, so be sure to use devices that support 8channel audio via SDI if the 8 channels recorded are desired. 2. If 8 Channels are selected for 2.3 Audio Channels, but 2.2 Audio Input is set to any selection other than SDI (XLR or HDMI), then a Warning prompt will appear on the display "Warning 2 Channel Format." Clear this warning by selecting SDI audio as the input source in 2.
Select Sony NXCAM camcorders provide timecode output via HDMI (such as the NEXFS100 and the HXR-NX3D1). The following steps are suggested when working with HDMI timecode: 1. Be sure to make the HDMI output connection from the camera to the Ki Pro Mini. 2. Power up the camera and configure the camera settings for HDMI and HDMI timecode first. 3. Power up Ki Pro Mini and set 2.1 Video Input, 2.2 Audio Input, and 8.0 TC In to HDMI.
9.0 INTERVAL RECORD The Ki Pro Rack can be used to create timelapse recordings via the 9.0 Interval Record, 9.1 Interval Frames and 9.2 Interval Time selections. Note that the 9.1 and 9.2 menu options will not appear unless 9.0 Interval Record is enabled. The options are ON or OFF: OFF (default) ON Example of timelapse recording selections: Normal recordings are produced. Timelapse recordings are produced. The incoming video signal is 1080i 29.
These are the options: NONE (default) Camera metadata is not passed to any of the Ki Pro Mini parameters even if a camera with ancillary data is connected to the Ki Pro. RED One 24 Red One 24 Camera metadata available from the camera is passed into the Ki Pro’s timecode value, file name, and other applicable parameters. RED One 25 Red One 25 Camera metadata available from the camera is passed into the Ki Pro’s timecode value, file name, and other applicable parameters.
Example: The RED Epic sends ancillary data from which the reel name, clip name, take and timecode value are obtained and passed to the Ki Pro recording. Reel: A230 Clip Name: A230_C001_0714SW Take: _001 Timecode Value: 20:11:05:12 Within the Ki Pro, the Reel Name that is written to the file is “A230” instead of using the 17.0 Reel Name that is set to “001” within the menu parameter.
RED One 25: Canon XF: For the RED One, timecode should be sent to the camera via a timecode generator in order to produce corresponding timecode recordings on the Ki Pro; note that even with this configuration, the timecode value produced has an accuracy of +/- 1 frame. RED One firmware version 31.6.16 (or later) is required for proper operation. Because the Camera Data parameter requires the use of SDI, only the XF series cameras that feature SDI outputs can be used with this feature.
41.1 VIDEO SG FRMT This parameter determines the video format output from Ki Pro Mini’s internal test signal generator. This parameter is used with parameter 41.2 to determine the type of video test signal output by Ki Pro Mini. These are the options: 525i 29.97 (default) 625i 25 720p 50 720p 59.94 1080p 23.98 1080i 25 1080i 29.97 720p 60 1080PsF 23.98 1080PsF 24 1080i 30 1080p 24 1080p 25 1080p 29.97 Select the video format desired for test signal output. 41.
DEFAULT ADDR DHCP (default) Use the factory default static IP address: 10.65.74.65 Select automatic IP address assignment from DHCP server on LAN. Note: if Ki Pro Mini cannot find a DHCP server with which to communicate, it will select the default factory IP address of 192.168.0.2. 50.2 IP ADDRESS This parameter determines the static IP address used by Ki Pro Mini for TCP/IP networking: variable Using the adjust buttons, enter an IP address compatible with your LAN (if you have one).
50.4 STATIC GATEWAY This parameter determines the gateway or router used by Ki Pro Mini on your LAN for TCP/IP networking. variable Using the adjust buttons, enter a gateway compatible with your LAN (if you have one). This is only needed for Static IP configurations. If 50.1 is set to DHCP, the default gateway will be assigned by the DHCP server If 50.1 is set to Default Addr, the default gateway is: 10.0.0.1 NOTE: The note about editing IP addresses in parameter 50.2 also applies to parameters 50.
If you select Login for the UserAuthenticate parameter via the web UI, you may enter a user selected password. As long as the menu parameter is not changed to Disabled, the password requirement will remain in effect. Any time the web UI is accessed, the login password will be requested before additional access to any other web UI parameter or configuration screen will be granted. If you enter a user selected password, be aware that this password will be retained and you will need to remember the password.
70.2 DISPLAY This parameter determines the brightness of the alphanumeric LCD display and front INTENSITY panel backlit buttons. A dimmer display uses less power. variable Using the adjust buttons, you can dim or brighten the alphanumeric display and activity indicator LEDs in steps from 1 (dim) to 8 (brightest) Default: 6 70.3 FAN SPEED This parameter determines the speed of Ki Pro Mini’s internal cooling fan.
Chapter 5: Browser Remote Control Remote Control Overview An optimized web server inside Ki Pro Mini allows you to remotely monitor and adjust parameter settings via a a browser client running on a network wired computer. The network can be a closed local area network, a straight computer-to-Ki Pro Mini cable, or even exposed through a firewall to a broadband WAN (not generally recommended since anyone on the internet can access the Ki Pro Mini).
If 50.1 is set to DHCP, and the DHCP server on the network fails to grant an IP address, then Ki Pro Mini will fall back to the static IP address. If 50.1 is set to Default Addr, the factory default static IP address is: 10.65.74.65. So, if 50.1 is set to Default Addr, you would type the following in the web browser: http://10.65.74.65 to see Ki Pro Mini’s web interface Main Status screen. General Screen Information All Ki Pro Mini web screens have certain areas in common.
Config Screen The Config screen is a general purpose screen used to configure Ki Pro Mini’s I/O, and also set up Ki Pro Mini’s environment (name, clock settings, display etc.) Figure 17. Ki Pro Mini Web Interface, Config Screen NOTE: Record Type (1.1): 1080p Playback (1.3): Super Out (1.9): In the following web screen control definitions, the number in parentheses refers to the Parameter descriptions in Chapter 4—you can read more there about the choices and their meanings.
NOTE: 1. Not all devices support 8 channel audio. Ki Pro Mini does not provide a "mixdown" option for 8 channel recordings on output, so be sure to use devices that support 8 channel audio via SDI if the 8 channels recorded are desired. 2. If 8 Channels are selected for 2.3 Audio Channels, but 2.2 Audio Input is set to any selection other than SDI (XLR or HDMI) then a Warning prompt will appear on the display "Warning 2 Channel Format." Clear this warning by selecting SDI audio as the input source in 2.
be passed into the Ki Pro Mini’s timecode value, file name, and other applicable parameters. Please read the discussion on Config Parameter 13.1 “Camera Data” in Chapter 3 for additional information. Loss of Video (32.0): This parameter selects whether recording continues when valid video is not present. Video SG Format (41.1): This parameter determines the video format output from Ki Pro Mini’s internal test signal generator. Video SG (41.
Play Media (15.1): Loop Play (15.2): Dropped Frames (15.4): Format Media (16.1): Reel Name (17.0): NOTE: Note: This parameter determines behavior during playback: one clip will play when “Play” is selected, or all clips will be played, or the clips in the playlist will be played. See parameter 15.1, Play Media, in Chapter 3 for greater detail and caveates. This parameter turns looped playback on and off. This parameter determines how playback handles dropped frames.
Use Custom Clip Take (19.3): Enables or disables whether a custom clip take name will be used. If enabled, takes increment sequentially from the first value selected. Caution! If a custom clip name is not changed and the "Use Custom Clip Take" parameter is not enabled, an existing clip can be overwritten on the disk.
Transport Screen This screen offers record, playback, fast forward, rewind and stop controls, similar to those available on the operator-side of Ki Pro Mini. The screen also duplicates what is displayed on the Ki Pro Mini front visual display, so you can see exactly what the Ki Pro Mini operator/camera person is seeing. Figure 19. Ki Pro Mini Web Interface, Transport Screen STOP : PLAY >: RECORD : Press STOP to end playback or a media operation (PLAY, FF, REV, or RECORD).
ADJUST (up/down): DELETE CLIP: SLOT: While in the TRANSPORT menu, and in the “STOP” mode, the ADJUST buttons will “single step” the current clip at a rate of one frame per button push (up=forward, down=reverse). Dedicated button that when pressed, deletes the currently selected clip. When pressed, the system displays a precautionary “ARE YOU SURE?” prompt. This button serves two purposes. First, it selects which CF card is accessed by the system.
Presets Screen The Presets screen allows you to save Preset Configurations into 20 separate memory registers and recall the presets whenever needed. This screen also includes Export and Import functions that allow exporting one or all presets to your computer as files and importing exported preset files from your computer. A displayed message indicates successful or failed saves, recalls, exports, and imports. Figure 21. Ki Pro Mini Web Interface, Presets Screen Recall (91.
To change a preset name, click in the name's text field and type a new name. Then press Enter. Figure 22. Ki Pro Web Interface, Changing Preset Name Export: The Export buttons save the associated preset contents to a file on your computer. The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options. The file name is the same as the preset name with the suffix .presets. If you export multiple files for the same preset, a number gets appended to ensure a unique file name.
Network Screen This screen contains all of the information required to set up Ki Pro Mini TCP/IP networking. The screen also shows all Ki Pro Minis that are on the same LAN as the Ki Pro Mini the web browser is currently communicating with. NOTE: Ki Pro Mini IP Address and netmask fields filter keystrokes and only allow legal characters. The Ki Pro Mini also checks the format of the entry to ensure it is valid; if found to be invalid, the background of the IP Address or netmask will turn red.
Available Ki Pros: The Network panel lists Ki Pro devices present on the same local LAN as the current Ki Pro Mini (see note below). The serial numbers of all Ki Pros on the LAN, or their defined “System Names” (see parameter 50.5) are listed—and clicking on any of these will bring up the Status screen of that Ki Pro device. The Ki Pros on the network may be running different software versions, so screens may look different.
Alarms Screen The Alarms display is present on each screen and constantly shows you the state of any alarms in the system. The Alarms area normally contains a green box displaying, “None” if there are no alarms. If an alarm is generated, the Alarms area displays a red box containing text describing the alarm. If multiple alarms are generated, they appear as multiple red boxes, each one containing text describing the associated alarm. Figure 25. Ki Pro Mini Web Interface, Alarms Display KiPro Mini v4.
Update Firmware Screen The Update Firmware screen allows you to update your Ki Pro Mini to later versions of software as they are issued by AJA and posted on the website. When software updates are released, they often contain new features, improvements, and bulletins that may be very useful. We suggest checking the website when you have time. Figure 26.
Upload and Install the Uploading and installing the software update only requires a PC or Mac that can “see” the Software on your Ki Pro Ki Pro Mini via its ethernet connection. Follow this procedure to install the software: Mini 1. Point your browser at Ki Pro Mini's upgrade page by clicking on the “Update Firmware” link at the bottom of the navigation box on the left side of any Ki Pro Mini web page. 2. Click the “Browse...” button to select the file you previously downloaded. For example: kipro_ver_2.5.
Gang Recording IMPORTANT: Example: Multiple Ki Pro units (both Ki Pros and Minis) can be used in unison to produce recordings via the Gang Control feature. This feature is only available via the web UI when Ki Pro units have IP addresses configured under a common network and subnet mask and are connected via their LAN connections to an ethernet switch or hub to a host computer. AJA recommends that all Ki Pro units in a gang use the same firmware version.
To add a Ki Pro to a gang, simply select the checkbox for the unit in the Gang column. As a shortcut, if all available Ki Pro units are desired for a gang, select the "All" item below Gang. Alternately, if you want to clear units from a gang, deselect them or use the "Clear" option. IMPORTANT: There can be only one Master in a gang; typically, the IP address for the Ki Pro unit you entered and are viewing the web UI on is the one which should be promoted to the "controlling" role.
Note that as of firmware 2.0, Ki Pro can initiate recordings among units quickly, but not all units will begin or end recordings precisely at the same time or the same frame. This is not really an issue if matching timecode via SDI embedded RP-188 or LTC is sent to each unit from a timecode generator via discrete outputs on the timecode generator or via a distribution amplifier for the timecode.
Ki Pro Mini media can have both Apple ProRes 422 encoded files and Avid DNxHD encoded files on the same media. The web UI Playlists, All Clips and user-created playlists, will denote which Encode Type is used for each clip and the currently selected Encode Mode is also represented by the clips which appear in white typeface. If clips appear in yellow, italic typeface, those clips are using the Encode Mode that is not currently selected.
Figure 30. Playlist Order To reorder clips within a list, just click and drag them. You will notice that the clip is selected because the filmstrip icon will appear and you will know that a reorder is happening when you see the green highlight appear. IMPORTANT: A clip cannot be moved to the last position of the playlist. To move a clip to the last position in the playlist, move it to the next to last position in the list and move the last clip in the list above it. You may create multiple playlists.
Management of the Playlists is made possible via the web UI; creation and management of playlists from the front panel is not supported. An indication of a selected playlist is presented on the front panel UI via menu parameter 15.3 Playlist. The selection of a playlist does not survive reboots of the unit, but the playlists that are created do survive reboots. Using Presets Beginning with version 3.
After you have entered a name for the preset, press Enter. The preset is not stored until you save it. IMPORTANT: Be sure that you have made all of the parameter settings you want for a particular preset before you save it. By default, all parameters are stored and recalled. Recalling Presets To recall a preset, select the Recall button in the row assocated with the desired preset. You can also export a preset file to your computer or import a preset file from your computer.
All Clips and Media State > Data-LAN If the Ki Pro Mini is configured for Media State > Data-LAN, appropriately encoded QuickTime files may be uploaded to the Ki Pro Mini or downloaded from the Ki Pro Mini via the All Clips portion of the interface. (See “"Appropriately Encoded Clips"” for clip encoding requirements.) During an upload, useful information about the upload is given: the name of the file being uploaded, the size of the file being uploaded, a progress bar and a Cancel button.
To download a clip, select the Download option. Note that the file will be downloaded to the particular web browser's selected download location. Appropriately Encoded Appropriately encoded clips must have the following properties: Clips • A supported codec: Apple ProRes 422 (Proxy), Apple ProRes 422 (LT), Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 (HQ), Avid DNxHD 220x, Avid DNxHD 145, or Avid DNxHD 36.
Appendix A: Specifications Video Inputs Digital: SD and HD-SDI (1xBNC), SMPTE-259/292/296 HDMI v1.3 Video Outputs (all simultaneously active) Digital: SD and HD-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296 (1xBNC) HDMI Formats 525i 29.97 625i 25 720p 23.98 (from within 59.94 via VFR) 720p 25 (from within 50 via VFR) 720p 29.97 (from within 59.94 via VFR) 720p 50 720p 59.94 720p 60 1080i 25 1080i 29.97 1080i 30 1080PsF 23.98 1080PsF 24 1080p 23.98 1080p 24 1080p 29.
Panel User Interface 3-line LCD display, with dedicated buttons (15) Storage Compact Flash (CF) media, 2 slots with Ejectors and Slot LEDs showing media state. Go to the AJA website for the latest list of qualified CF cards: http://www.aja.com/pdf/KiProMini_qualifiedCF_cards.
Physical KiPro Mini v4.2 Weight: 1.262 lbs (0.572 kg) Dimensions: See drawing below. 91 www.aja.
Appendix B: Safety and Compliance Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices Class A Interference Statement FCC Caution This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commericial installation.
European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Regulatory Compliance This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association.
Korea KCC Compliance Statement Taiwan Compliance Statement This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) CNS 13438, Class A. Japanese Compliance Statement 1. Class A ITE この装置は、 クラスA 情報技術装置です。 この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害 を引き起こすことがあります。 この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求され ることがあります。ＶＣＣＩ−Ａ This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI V-3/2008.04).
Translated caution statements, warning conventions and warning messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. Warning Symbol Hazard Warning Caution Symbol Before operating your Ki Pro Mini unit, read the instructions in this document Warning! Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation.
Warning! Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Avertissement ! Ne bloquez aucune ouverture de ventilation. Suivez les instructions du fabricant lors de l'installation. Warnung! Die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht blockiert werden. Nur gemäß den Anweisungen des Herstellers installieren. ¡Advertencia! No bloquee ninguna de las aberturas de la ventilación. Instale de acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante.
Warning! Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Avertissement ! Référez-vous au personnel de service qualifié pour tout entretien.
Caution! This device is a Class A product. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case users will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference at their own expense. Attention! Le périphérique est un produit de Classe A. Le fonctionnement de cet équipement dans une zone résidentielle risque de causer des interférences nuisibles, auquel cas l'utilisateur devra y remédier à ses propres frais.
Warning! High Voltage. This situation or condition can cause injury due to electric shock. Avertissement! Tension élevée. Cette situation ou condition peut causer des blessures dues à un choc électrique. Warnung! Hochspannung. Diese Situation oder Bedingung kann zu Verletzungen durch Stromschlag führen. ¡Advertencia! Alto voltaje . Esta situación o condición puede causar lesiones debidas a una descarga eléctrica. Aviso! Alta Tensão . Esta situação ou condição pode causar danos devido a choques elétricos.
Warning! Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Warning! Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device, it must remain readily accessible and operable. Avertissement ! Puisque la prise principale est utilisée pour débrancher l'appareil, elle doit rester aisément accessible et fonctionnelle. Warnung! Da der Netzstecker als Trennvorrichtung dient, muss er stets zugänglich und funktionsfähig sein.
Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility. Avertissement ! Ne pas ouvrir le châssis. Aucun élément à l’intérieur du châssis ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. La garantie sera annulée si le châssis est ouvert par toute autre personne qu’un technicien d’un centre de service ou d’un établissement agréé AJA. Warnung! Öffnen Sie das Gehäuse nicht.
Warranty and Liability Information Limited Warranty AJA Video warrants that the product, not including hard-disk based Storage Modules (HDD), will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. AJA Video warrants that the hard-disk based Storage Modules (HDD), will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
Limitation of Liability UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AJA VIDEO BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST, CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA, FOOTAGE OR WORK, OR FOR ANY OTHER INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE FAILURE, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF AJA VIDEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Index Numerics E 10-bit 4:2:2 7 Ethernet 17 Ethernet 10/100/1000 7 A AC Power, Applying 21, 29 AC to DC adapter 7 Adapter Cable 10 Adapter Plate 7 Alarm menu 41 Alarms 77 Analog 4 Channel Balanced Audio 17 Analog 4 Channel Balanced/Unbalanced Audio 17 Apple ProRes 422 8 Audio Input 17 Audio Inputs 89 Audio Outputs 89 audio, 2-channel balanced analog 6 F B Hardware 7 HDMI 16 HDMI I/O 7 Head Phone Jack 15 Head Phone Volume Knob 15 HQ 7 Factory Reset 63 Features 7 Final Cut Pro 19 FireWire 17 Formats 8
T Mounting Plate 10 Multiple Ki Pros, controlling 79 Temperature 90 Timecode 90 Timelapse Recording 55, 67 Transport Control Buttons 13 TRANSPORT mode 12 TRANSPORT mode operation 36, 38 Transport Screen 71 N Naming clips, custom 49 Network 89 Network Control 23, 31 Network Screen 75 O U ON/OFF Button 13 Operation 36 Unpacking 9 Update Firmware Screen 78 User Interface 90 P Packaging 9 Panel illustrations 11 Physical specifications 91 Ping Procedure 26, 35 Playback recorded media 40 Playlists Screen
