Professional Performance, Unparalleled Reliability
KONA 4 AJA’s KONA family of I/O cards deliver a complete range of performance and connectivity options to fit any budget or workflow from standard definition to 4K. KONA 3G KONA LHi Professional Performance, Unparalleled Reliability Built for the exacting demands of video professionals, KONA cards offer the highest quality video and audio I/O with a range of features tuned for your workflow.
Software Compatibility KONA cards are cross-platform and compatible with a wide range of professional Mac and Windows software applications. AJA hardware is compatible with a wide range of professional software applications on both Mac and Windows. AJA drivers and plug-ins create a seamless integration between the native software and AJA’s high-quality hardware that lets you focus on the work, not the technology.
Features Comparison Chart KONA capture cards are available in three models to meet your workflow needs, all built with AJA’s reputation for quality, reliability and support.
Powerful integration. Professional connectivity. KONA 4 offers users a single, powerful 8-lane PCIe 2.0 video and audio desktop I/O card with unparalleled features for handling everything from SD to HD, 2K and 4K with full 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 color spaces for fantastic image clarity. The futureproof architecture means you can easily work with HD and 2K now and switch to working at 4K resolution when the need arises, even at frame rates up to 60 fps, without the requirement for new hardware.
Connections K3G-BOX Breakout Box (Optional) AES/EBU Audio In Channels 1 through 8 AES/EBU Audio In Channels 9 through 16 AES/EBU Audio Out Channels 1 through 8 AES/EBU Audio Out Channels 9 through 16 RS-422 Machine Control HDMI Output SDI Input/Ouput Component/ Composite Video Ouput LTC Input/ Output Analog Audio Output External Reference (loop) Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Connections Breakout cables (Supplied) RS422 Machine Control (9-pin) HDMI mini to HDMI Output Cable SDI Out1/Link A BNC SDI Out1/Link A BNC SDI In1/Link A BNC SDI In2/Link B BNC 3 BNCs (Analog Connections) Output SD: Component, Composite, or S-Video Output HD: Component or RGB Reference Input BNC LTC Input BNC LTC Output BNC Digital AES/EBU Audio Input BNCs Channels 1-8 Digital AES/EBU Audio Output BNCs Channels 1-8 SDI Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
KONA-Powered Workflow PC with KONA 4K, HD or SD Professional broadcast monitor fed from KONA video output Audio monitoring via KONA audio outputs 4K, HD or SDI Client Monitor or Projector Connect your digital sources via SD/HD-SDI to KONA for capture and editing via a wide variety of formats. Master through high-quality professional SDI and Component outputs. Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Tech Specs Video Formats Video Output Analog SD to SD Aspect Ration Conversion • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 525i 29.97 525i 23.98* 625i 25 720p 23.98*, 24*, 25*, 29.97*, 30*, 50, 59.94, 60 1080i 25, 29.97, 30 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 2048 x 1080P 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 2048 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25 2048 x 1556p 15, 14.98 2048 x 1556PsF 15, 23.98, 24 3840 x 2160P 23.98, 24, 25, 50, 59.
Only $1,995 US MSRP* Find a Reseller Ready for today’s workflows and those of the future, KONA 3G gives video professionals unrivalled Professional Performance Top-of-the-line capabilities and quality make KONA 3G the go-to desktop I/O card. features and the highest standards in quality and performance. KONA 3G is a video and audio desktop I/O card that provides video professionals with unparalleled features for handling everything from SD to HD, 2K and 4K with full 10-bit uncompressed clarity.
From SD to 4K in a single card KONA 3G is futureproof, allowing you to easily work in HD and 2K and switch to working at 4K resolution without the need for additional or new hardware. Leading the way for quality 4K capture, monitoring and output, KONA 3G offers 4K in both YCbCr and RGB. When 4K mode is selected, the four SDI connectors are remapped as I/O for handling the four quadrants of a 4K picture, providing support for most standard 4K formats. www.aja.
Connections K3G-BOX Breakout Box (Optional) AES/EBU Audio In Channels 1 through 8 AES/EBU Audio In Channels 9 through 16 AES/EBU Audio Out Channels 1 through 8 AES/EBU Audio Out Channels 9 through 16 RS-422 Machine Control HDMI Output SDI Input/Ouput Component/ Composite Video Ouput LTC Input/ Output Analog Audio Output External Reference (loop) Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Connections Breakout cables (Supplied) RS422 Machine Control (9-pin) HDMI mini to HDMI Output Cable SDI Out1/Link A BNC SDI Out1/Link A BNC SDI In1/Link A BNC SDI In2/Link B BNC 3 BNCs (Analog Connections) Output SD: Component, Composite, or S-Video Output HD: Component or RGB Reference Input BNC LTC Input BNC LTC Output BNC Digital AES/EBU Audio Input BNCs Channels 1-8 Digital AES/EBU Audio Output BNCs Channels 1-8 SDI Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Zoic Bridges Remote Facilities and Paves a Path to 4K with AJA KONA 3G “ KONA 3G is the backbone of high quality image communication between Zoic Vancouver and Zoic Culver City.” View Online www.aja.com In addition to a steady stream of feature, games and commercial projects, Zoic is currently handling VFX for television shows Falling Skies, Once Upon a Time and Wonderland, all shot using virtual sets.
Workflow KONA-powered workflows 4K, 2K, Dual Link, HD, SD Mac or Windows with KONA Professional broadcast monitor fed from KONA video output Audio monitoring via KONA audio outputs 4K/2K/HD/SD Client Monitor or Projector Connect your digital sources via SD/HD-SDI or HDMI to KONA for capture and editing via a wide variety of formats. Master to any Digital or Analog device through high-quality professional SDI, HDMI or Component outputs. www.aja.
Tech Specs Video Formats Video Output Digital Downstream Keyer • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Supports graphics with alpha channel over video, matte or framebuffer, or framebuffer content over incoming video or matte. 525i 29.97 525i 23.98* 625i 25 720p 23.98*, 24*, 25*, 29.97*, 30*, 50, 59.94, 60 1080i 25, 29.97, 30 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 2048 x 1080P 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 2048 x 1080PsF 23.
Tech Specs (Continued) Up-Conversion Cross-Conversion Timecode • • • • • • • • • • • Hardware 10-bit Anamorphic: full-screen Pillar box 4:3: results in a 4:3 image in centerof screen with black sidebars Zoom 14:9: results in a 4:3 image zoomed slightly to fill a 14:9 image with black side bars Zoom Letterbox: results in image zoomed to fill full screen Zoom Wide: results in a combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill a 16:9 screen; this setting can introduce a small aspect ratio change Down
Only $1,495 US MSRP* Find a Reseller The most flexible card for analog and digital Standard and High Definition workflows. Multi-format analog and digital I/O KONA LHi provides the maximum compatibility for diverse workflows.
Workflow KONA-powered workflows 2K, HD, SD I/O via SDI or HDMI Mac or PC with KONA SDI and HDMI monitoring capabilities Audio monitoring via KONA audio outputs 2K, HD, SD Client Monitor or Projector Connect your digital sources via SD/HD-SDI or HDMI to KONA for capture and editing via a wide variety of formats. Master to any Digital or Analog device through high-quality professional SDI, HDMI or Component outputs. www.aja.
Connections KLHI-BOX Breakout Box (Optional) Composite/ Component Video In RS-422 Machine Control Balanced Audio In Channels 1&2 Balanced Audio Out Channels 1&2 AES/EBU Audio In and Out HDMI In HDMI Out SDI Out SDI In External Reference (loop) Analog Audio Output Composite/ Component Video Out Click here www.aja.com For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Connections Breakout cables (Supplied) Analog Video SD-SDI/HD-SDI and HDMI Video/Audio Pr/R/C Out BNC RS422 Machine Control to VTR (9-pin) Analog Audio Channel 2 Input Pr/C In BNC SDI Input BNC Balanced Audio Analog Audio Channel 1 Input Pb/B/Y Out BNC Y/G/CVBS Out BNC HDMI Input (1) and Output (1) Reference Input BNC Analog Audio Channel 1 Output Analog Audio Channel 2 Output Pb/Y In BNC Y/CVBS In BNC Digital AES Input Channels 1 & 2 Digital AES Output Channels 1 & 2 red blue green red bl
Tech Specs Video Formats Video Input Analog Audio Input Digital • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 525i 23.98*, 29.97 625i 25 720p 23.98*, 50, 59.94, 60 1080i 25, 29.97, 30 1080PsF 23.98, 24 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 2048 x 1080P 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 2048 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24 * These formats are dependent on specific software functionality and are not normal ‘over-the-wire’ formats.
Tech Specs (Continued) Up-Conversion SD to SD Aspect Ration Conversion • • • • • • • Hardware 10-bit Anamorphic: full-screen Pillar box 4:3: results in a 4:3 image in center of screen with black sidebars Zoom 14:9: results in a 4:3 image zoomed slightly to fill a 14:9 image with black side bars Zoom Letterbox: results in image zoomed to fill full screen Zoom Wide: results in a combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill a 16:9 screen; this setting can introduce a small aspect ratio change Down-
Only $995 US MSRP* Find a Reseller Powerful video and audio I/O with a full set of no-compromise features for video professionals. Affordable, flexible KONA power Add the power of AJA’s KONA I/O to your system for high-quality capture and output that fits within any budget. KONA LHe Plus offers video professionals at all levels an affordable desktop I/O solution that doesn’t compromise on quality or essential functionality and features.
Connections KL-BOX-LH Breakout Box (Optional) Composite/ Component Video In RS-422 Machine Control SDI In Balanced Audio In Channels 1&2 Balanced Audio Out Channels 1&2 External Reference (loop) AES/EBU Audio In and Out SDI Out Click here www.aja.com Analog Audio Output Composite/ Component Video Out For full product specifications visit www.aja.
Connections Breakout cables (Supplied) Reference Input BNC Balanced Audio Pr/R/C Out BNC RS422 Machine Control to VTR (9-pin) Pr/R/C Out BNC Analog Audio Channel 2 Input Analog Audio Channel 1 Output Y/G/CVBS Out BNC Digital Video/Audio SDI Input BNC SDI Output 1 BNC Analog Audio Channel 1 Input Analog Audio Channel 2 Output Pr/C In BNC Digital AES Input Channels 1 & 2 Pb/Y In BNC Y/CVBS In BNC Digital AES Output Channels 1 & 2 red blue green red blue green SDI Output 2 BNC 6 BNCs (Analog C
Workflow KONA-powered workflows SD and HD Mac or Windows with KONA Professional broadcast monitor fed from KONA video output Audio monitoring via KONA audio outputs SD/HD Client Monitor or Projector Connect your digital sources via SD/HD-SDI to KONA for capture and editing via a wide variety of formats. Master through high-quality professional SDI and Component outputs. www.aja.
Tech Specs Video Formats Video Output Analog Audio Output Analog • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 525i 29.97 625i 25 720p 50, 59.94, 60 1080i 25, 29.97, 30 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.
3-year warranty AJA Video warrants that KONA products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. About AJA Video Systems, Inc. Since 1993, AJA Video has been a leading manufacturer of video interface and conversion solutions, bringing high-quality, cost-effective digital video products to the professional, broadcast and post-production markets.
