Installation & Operation Guide Version 5.
Table of Contents Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Contacting Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 4: Front Panel Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 TRANSPORT Mode (default) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Recording a Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B: Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Class A Interference Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 FCC Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Canadian ICES Statement . . . . .
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 This manual covers Ki Pro Quad installation, operation and optional accessories. Ki Pro Quad is a small portable field recorder capable of creating ready-to-edit professional digital video at HD, 2K, Quad HD, and 4K resolutions. Ki Pro Quad supports a file-based workflow by recording Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 444 QuickTime files on SSD media. The SSD media is used with a media reader; the media reader features Thunderbolt and USB 3.
Features Ki Pro Quad offers many unique features for optimum quality, ease of use, and support for a wide variety of workflows and environments. Ki Pro Quad provides flexible HD/2K/ Quad HD/4K recording, for versatile operation in mixed format environments, with a very small form factor and solid state storage. Hardware • Thunderbolt I/O (1x Thunderbolt connector) • 3G-SDI input (4x BNC connectors) • 3G-SDI output (4x BNC connectors) • HD-SDI monitor output (1x BNC connector) • HDMI v1.
supplied 1/4-20 screws; plates can be attached to either or both sides of Ki Pro Quad. A large number of screw holes in the plate allows you to mate Ki Pro Quad to 3rd-party articulated arms, battery plates and other mounting applications. Stand and Adapter Cable This stand securely holds the Ki Pro Quad upright on a desk, shelf, or any flat surface. A right angle power cable is provided for easy connection between the standard Ki Pro power supply and the Ki Pro Quad.
Workflow The following illustration shows a typical workflow for Ki Pro Quad. Figure 1. Ki Pro Quad Workflow—Ingest, Edit, Monitor, and Master in 4K, 2K, or HD In This Manual Chapter 1 is the introduction you’re reading, listing features, box contents, and system requirements. Chapter 2 gets you started with Ki Pro Quad, introducing the operator side controls and connector side features. Chapter 3 provides complete instructions for operating the Ki Pro Quad from the Operator side controls and LCD display.
Chapter 2: Ki Pro Quad at a Glance Overview When using Ki Pro Quad, you’ll make 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 Quad 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 Figure 2. Ki Pro Quad Operator Side Controls Operator Side The Operator Side of Ki Pro Quad features a variety of buttons, knobs, jacks, and indicators for operating Ki Pro Quad directly. Each of the items found on the Operator Side are described here and on the following pages. This side is referred to as the “Operator Side” because when mounted to a camera, it matches the operator side of the camera.
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—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 3 seconds while the display counts down.
SELECT (up/down):: The SELECT up/down buttons operate differently depending on whether Ki Pro Quad 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 Quad “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.
To adjust an analog audio level, press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment. This feature allows the knobs to be recessed, preventing accidental changes in a production environment. Head Phone Volume Knob: To adjust headphone listening level, press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment—just like the audio input level knobs. Displays and Indicators Alphanumeric and Graphics LCD Display: Shows menus, status, alerts and other information.
Figure 3. Ki Pro Quad Connectors Connections • HD/3G-SDI Inputs and Outputs 1-4, with 8-channel embedded audio (8x BNC) • HD-SDI Monitor Output (1 BNC) with embedded audio. • HDMI v1.4a Monitor Output for monitoring video with embedded audio • LTC Input (BNC) • Reference Input for connection to a stable source of genlock video or sync.
2Kx1080p 23.98, 2Kx1080p 24, 2Kx1080p 25, 2Kx1080p 29.97, 2Kx1080p 50, 2Kx1080p 59.94 NOTE: When using the Ki Pro Quad HDMI connection and attaching it to any HDMI audio or video accessory, you must use a ferrite-beaded HDMI cable, HH-28F-06, between the HDMI output port of the Ki Pro Quad and the HDMI accessory to maintain regulatory compliance. Analog 2-Channel Two XLRs, (female), provide two channels of balanced audio. Audio is high-quality 24-bit Balanced Audio Input A/D input at 48kHz.
Warning! Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device, it must remain readily accessible and operable. 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. Storage Record to Pak media, a form of removable SSD media. The media is formatted as HFS+ and is native to the Mac OS file system.
Using Ki Pro Quad Media with Nonlinear Editors When Ki Pro Quad media is removed and connected to a computer via the AJA Pak Dock, the media will mount as a normal HFS+ file system. The REEL NAME parameter is the name of the media that will appear when the media is mounted. Once the media is mounted, each clip recorded by Ki Pro Quad will be a file on its file system, which can be opened in non-linear editors such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, etc.
Chapter 3: Ki Pro Quad Installation Installation This section describes set up and installation of Ki Pro Quad. Choices you will make include how Ki Pro Quad will be controlled (front panel or Ethernet and 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.
Please save all packaging for shipping the Ki Pro Quad should you need to do so. Figure 4. Ki Pro Quad Shipping Box Contents Desktop Mounting When using Ki Pro Quad on a desktop or flat surface a Ki Pro Quad Stand may be used. The stand comes with a power adapter cable having a 90-degree connector so the power cord can run underneath the Ki Pro Quad, exiting to the rear of the stand. The optional stand comes with 2 mounting screws as well as the 90-degree power cord adapter. Figure 5.
Figure 6. Optional Ki Pro Quad Mounting Plate, with Screws (supplied) Figure 7. Camera Mounting Example Using Optional Mounting Plate Applying Power The following Warnings are provided as good practices and should always be considered when Ki Pro Quad is used in a desktop application. 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.
Using AC Power To begin using Ki Pro Quad, plug the 4-pin XLR on the supplied AC adapter into the XLR power socket on the back of Ki Pro Quad. 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 Quad AC adapter. Plug 4-pin XLR into 12Vdc Ki Pro Quad power socket.
Remote Network Control Figure 8. Ki Pro Quad Networking Examples Network Connections Ki Pro Quad can be networked to a computer using a single CAT-5 Ethernet cable (straight or cross-over) or using an Ethernet 10/100/1000 local area network (LAN) connection to the Ethernet RJ45 connector. If connecting via a LAN, connect the Ki Pro Quad’s Ethernet connector to a LAN hub or switch. A LAN is a shared network that includes other Ethernet devices all attached via a hub or digital switch.
fixed or dynamically assigned (DHCP) IP addresses. Before connecting Ki Pro Quad to the LAN, talk to your network administrator to find out how they want it connected (static IP or DHCP). TCP/IP Information You’ll Need If your LAN has a DHCP server that assigns IP addresses dynamically, you don’t have to configure anything (Ki Pro Quad defaults to DHCP).
Networking Ki Pro Quad using a Static IP Address To set a static IP address for Ki Pro Quad, 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 9. Configuring Ki Pro Quad with a Static IP Address NOTE: Ki Pro Quad v5.2 For parameters 50.2, 50.3, and 50.
Networking Ki Pro Quad using the Factory Default IP If you don’t want to use DHCP to network Ki Pro Quad 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 Quad 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 4: Front Panel Operation Overview There are two ways to control Ki Pro Quad: from the front panel or remotely from a web browser connected via the Quad’s ethernet RJ45 connector. This chapter discusses controlling and using Ki Pro Quad from its front panel. (See “Browser Remote Control” on page 60.) In Chapter 2 we discussed the panel controls overall, so you may want to read and understand that material first.
For the MENU mode, depressing one of the 3 MENU buttons (STATUS, CONFIG, or MEDIA) will enter the corresponding menu. In the STATUS menu, 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 status of recording or playing. The second page shows the timecode settings for recording as set in CONFIG parameter 8.0. The third Status page shows Interval Recording status.
action and causes the display to change to the TRANSPORT mode if it is not already displayed. Settings you’ve made in the MEDIA menus are observed (more on that later). You’ll always know you are in TRANSPORT mode as long as one of the MENU buttons aren’t lit (STATUS, MENU, or MEDIA)—if one is lit, then you are in a “menu”. When in the “Idle” mode, the CONFIG and MEDIA set-up menus can be accessed to adjust various parameters that control Ki Pro Quad's operation.
Press MEDIA or STOP to exit the menu. To select a different video input, press CONFIG, then repeatedly press SELECT until you see 2.1 Video Input—then press ADJUST up or down to choose a desired video input connector. To select a different audio input, use the SELECT up arrow button and you will see 2.2 Audio Input. Press ADJUST up or down to chose a desired audio input connector. These are just a few menu parameters that you might wish to change before you make your recordings.
ADJUST (up/down): Deleting Clips While in TRANSPORT mode, and in either a “STOP” or “pause” state, the ADJUST buttons will “single step” the current clip at a rate of one frame per button push (up=forward, down=reverse). To delete a previously recorded clip: 1. In TRANSPORT mode, use the SELECT up and down arrow buttons to browse through the clips on the current media. When a clip is on another media you will press SLOT repeatedly until it’s selected. 2.
Figure 10. Warning Examples WARNINGS No Media WARNINGS Media Removed WARNINGS Media Low WARNINGS No Video Input You will be alerted to an alarm condition by having all backlit keys and the display flash to full intensity for 2 seconds. If more than one alarm state is active, then the display will hold each alarm notification for 3 seconds before cycling to the next alarm. These alarm notifications override whatever the display is currently showing for the TRANSPORT or STATUS menus.
“WARNING Media Low” will appear when the media only has 15% of capacity remaining. Media must be switched out when it reaches 10% of capacity. With 10% of media remaining, the “WARNING Media Full” prompt will appear. “WARNING Media in Use” may appear if you try to use media while another operation is still taking place. Wait for the operation to finish and then try again or press STOP. “WARNING Media Not Present” may appear if media has been physically removed and the user hits the slot button.
"WARNING Turn Off Camera Data" appears if a camera selection has been made in the 13.1 Camera Data menu parameter, but a recording is attempted via the physical record button on the front panel or via the record button in the web UI. To perform manually initiated recordings, enter 13.1 Camera Data and select "None." "WARNING LUT Error" appears if a LUT file type that is not supported or a LUT file type that is supported but is not formatted correctly is loaded using the web UI.
After you select the Data state, you can connect the Ki Pro Quad to a host computer via the Ethernet connection. The Ki Pro Quad will allow access to the selected media designated by the lit LED. In other words, if the #2 media module is selected on the Ki Pro Quad, that would be the volume mounted by the host computer operating system. The DATA MEDIA STATE does not survive reboots or power cycles of the device. After such an event, it returns to the default Record-Play mode.
15.1 PLAY MEDIA This parameter determines behavior during playback. These are the options: One (default) All Playlist Plays one clip and then stops playback All/Playlist—Plays the current clip and then continues playing the next clip on the Ki Pro Quad media or the playlist. Note that with this setting, Ki Pro Quad will play all clips back regardless of format or framerate—but you may notice the video monitor reset for format/framerate changes.
17.0 REEL NAME This parameter determines the reel name associated with all clips generated while using this setting. These are the options: 001 to 999 (default = 001) Press ADJUST button up or down to change the REEL NAME value from 001 to 999. The reel name is a number between 001 and 999. It is historically linked to the naming conventions used for film and tape-based media. The REEL NAME is an incrementing three digit value that works with EDLs.
CLIP APPEND ALPHA ALPHA APPEND A TAKE 1 The resulting clip would be named and displayed as: “SC1ATK1”. The media would be named “001” if mounted on the OS X desktop as a volume. Example 2 Using customized settings: REEL NAME 002 CLIP NAME Clip CLIP NUMBER 12 CLIP APPEND NONE ALPHA APPEND B TAKE 1 The resulting clip would have the following naming convention: “CLIP12TK1”. The media would be named “002” if mounted on a desktop as a volume. 17.
17.8 TAKE This parameter determines the TAKE number, from 1 to 999, that follows the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER, followed by any ALPHA APPEND (if selected), generated for all clips while using this setting. These are the options: 1 to 999 (default = 1) Ki Pro Quad automatically generates a TAKE number. 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.
19.2 CUSTOM NAME This parameter defines a custom clip name. The custom name is defined via the front panel select and adjust up/down arrows. The default is “CUSTOM”. These are the options: variable Using the adjust buttons, enter a custom clip name. Using the adjust buttons and the top Select button, select the characters for the name. The adjust buttons scroll through the choices and the top Select button advances to the next character.
The exact choices displayed will vary depending on the parameter. Most adjustment choices made with the Adjust buttons take effect immediately and will be subsequently stored into the Ki Pro Quad’s non-volatile memory if they remain unchanged for 3 seconds. If a Select or Adjust button is held down continuously, the changes will begin to happen automatically - with acceleration if applicable.
1.3 PROGRESSIVE This parameter defines the format applied when progressive media is played from PLAYBACK storage. These are the options: Progressive (default) PsF NOTE: Playback as standard progressive frame Playback as progressive segmented frame (regardless of what was recorded when input) HDMI output of progressive material requires the use of 1080p Playback set to Progressive; HDMI only tends to support true progressive or interlace video, not PsF. 1.
NOTE: While the Ki Pro Quad can accept input signals of up to 4K (4096x2160) 59.94fps, 4K and Quad HD recordings are limited to frame rates of 29.97fps or lower. The Ki Pro Quad can be used as a pass-through or “debayer converter” device for 4K or Quad HD 50fps and 59.94fps signals. NOTE: The Ki Pro Quad can perform RGB to YCbCr color space conversions, but it cannot perform YCbCr to RGB color space conversions.
1.8 SDI/HDMI Monitor Sets the format of the SDI/HDMI Monitor outputs. These are the options: Output Normal (default) Out Convert No conversion is applied to the monitoring output Scaled video is additionally cropped to 1080 (if the source is not already 1080) 1.9 SUPER OUT This parameter provides superimposition of timecode and transport state (Record, Pause, etc.) onto the SDI or HDMI monitor outputs.
2.12 Ignore ANC This parameter need only be changed if the incoming signal supplied to the Ki Pro Quad is misidentified. Misidentified signal formats can be caused by inaccurate ancillary (ANC) data. Typically, the VPID (video payload identifier) information in ancillary (ANC) data being supplied by the video source is accurate, but when it is not, this menu parameter may be configured to ignore the inaccurate ancillary (ANC) data or VPID information. The Ki Pro Quad will then rely solely on the 2.
4.1 ANALOG AUDIO This parameter configures the analog audio signal levels for input and output. These are the options: +24dBu (default) +18dBu +15dBu +12dBu Selects pro-level USA signal levels of +24dBu Selects pro-level Europe signal levels of +18dBu Selects pro-level German signal levels of +15dBu Selects consumer signal levels of +12dBu Note: Maximum amplitude (0 dBFS) Professional audio equipment has much higher levels than consumer equipment: a 0 VU reading corresponds to +4 dBu.
8.2 TC TYPE This parameter selects drop frame or non-drop frame timecode. These are the options: NDF (default) DF NOTE: Selects Non-drop Frame timecode Selects Drop Frame timecode If the menu parameter 8.0 TC In is set to SDI RP188 or LTC, the TC Type selection does not apply. TC Type only applies to the TC Value or the Time of Day value generated by the Ki Pro Quad. 8.
9.2 INTERVAL TIME Determines the time period from which the interval frames are selected. These are the options: Second Minute Hour The second from which interval frames are selected. The minute from which interval frames are selected. The hour from which the interval frames are selected. 13.1 CAMERA DATA Some cameras produce SDI ancillary data, such as start/stop commands, that may be useful when interfacing with the Ki Pro Quad. The CONFIG menu parameter 13.
Important Notes About The following notes describe the functionality of various cameras supported by Ki Pro Cameras Supported by Quad parameter 13.1. 13.1 Canon XF: Canon C300: 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. These cameras provide ancillary data that produces start/stop commands but not clip naming. These cameras provide ancillary data that produces start/stop commands but not clip naming.
Only one LUT may be loaded to the Ki Pro Quad at a time. This single LUT may be used for either the input or output. If you do not wish to apply a LUT, simply don't select it with the 13.3 LUT Enable parameter. The Ki Pro Quad supports the import of .txt and the .lut extension files. NOTE: The 1D LUTs should be formatted with the following conditions: 1024 values (10-bit), 3-column tab delimited text file with either .txt or .lut file extensions. 32.
These are the options: 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 1080p 23.98 RGB 1080p 24 RGB 1080p 25 RGB 1080p 29.97 RGB 1080PsF 23.98 RGB 1080PsF 24 RGB 1080PsF 25 RGB 1080PsF 29.97 RGB 1080p 50 1080p 59.94 2K p23.98 2K p23.98 RGB 2K p24 2K p24 RGB 2K p25 2K p25 RGB 2K p29.97 2K p29.97 RGB 2K PsF 23.98 2K PsF 23.98 RGB 2K PsF24 2K PsF24 RGB 2K PsF25 2K PsF25 RGB 2K PsF29.97 2K PsF29.97 RGB QHD p23.98 QHD p23.
file. Additionally, if the 41.1 Video SG Frmt parameter is configured for an RGB format, then the 1.6 SDI Out menu parameter should be set up for an RGB output if RGB is desired. Note that it is also possible to configure the SDI Out for YCbCr when the Video SG Frmt is configured for RGB, but a color space conversion will be applied to the video output. 41.3 AUDIO SG This parameter determines the audio signal output from Ki Pro Quad’s internal test signal generator.
50.3 SUBNET MASK This parameter determines the subnet mask used by Ki Pro Quad for TCP/IP networking. variable Using the adjust buttons, enter a subnet mask compatible with your LAN (if you have one). This is only needed for Static IP configurations. NOTE: If 50.1 is set to DHCP, the default Subnet Mask will be assigned by the DHCP server NOTE: If 50.1 is set to Default Addr, the default Subnet Mask is: 255.0.0.0 Please read the “Note” about editing IP addresses in parameter 50.
50.6 MAC ADDRESS This parameter is an information only field showing the MAC address of the Ki Pro Quad’s ethernet adapter. Information only display Selecting this parameter allows you to view Ki Pro Quad’s ethernet MAC address. The MAC address is a unique value associated with the internal ethernet network adapter. MAC addresses are also known as hardware addresses or physical addresses. MAC addresses uniquely identify an ethernet adapter on a LAN. MAC address format: MM:MM:MM:SS:SS:SS.
.6 TIME SET This parameter manually sets the calendar date of the internal Ki Pro Quad clock, when setting manually (NTP not used). variable Using the adjust buttons, enter a time for Ki Pro Quad’s clock. Using the adjust buttons and the top Select button, select the characters for each digit (hours/minutes). The adjust buttons scroll through the choices and the top Select button advances to the next character. While selecting characters, the character being changed will flash to show its position.
99.1 FACTORY RESET Selecting this parameter and then pressing the ADJUST (up) button for 2 seconds recalls Ki Pro Quad’s factory default settings. Caution! Selecting this parameter and recalling factory defaults will overwrite the current settings (with the exception of network settings, which are retained). Recalling factory defaults does not affect these settings: Encode Mode, Encode Type, IP Config, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, System Name, or Date and Time.
Signal Routing Examples Since the Ki Pro Quad can receive a variety of signals via quad, dual or single link SDI, what follows are examples of how the In Convert, Out Convert, SDI Output, Video Input, and LUT Enable work in combination with each other. Example 1 A Canon EOS C500 is outputting 4K or Quad HD via SDI that is RAW (at up to 29.97fps). A 1x 3G-SDI connection is made between the camera and the Ki Pro Quad. The user wishes to encode the incoming material as Apple ProRes 444 at 4K.
These example menu parameters and settings would produce the desired result: 1.4 In Convert None 1.5 Out Convert 2K Crop to 1080 1.6 SDI Out SDI 1-4 YCbCr 1.8 SDI/HDMI Monitor Output Out Convert 2.1 Video Input SDI 1-4 YCbCr 13.3 LUT Enable Off Reviewing the Above Settings: No In Convert has been selected, so the signal that is recorded on the Ki Pro Quad media is at a 4K raster size.
Unique Workflow Support for the Canon C500 The Canon C500 camera can output HD or 2K video, but it can also be configured to output RAW when working with 4K (4096x2160) or Quad HD (3840x2160). In order to use the Canon C500 RAW output with the Ki Pro Quad, the camera must be configured for either 4K or Quad HD RAW output. To configure the camera for RAW output, review the following settings on the Canon C500 camera: 1.
Chapter 5: Browser Remote Control Remote Control Overview An optimized web server inside Ki Pro Quad 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 Quad cable, or even exposed through a firewall to a broadband WAN (not generally recommended since anyone on the internet can access the Ki Pro Quad).
If 50.1 is set to DHCP, and the DHCP server on the network fails to grant an IP address, then Ki Pro Quad 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 Quad’s web interface Main Status screen. General Screen Information Menu of Ki Pro Screens: Click one to Display that Screen Figure 11.
Ki Pro Quad web screens closely mirror the parameter menus displayed on its front panel. In each of the screens presented on the following pages, we’ll list the parameter menu numbers that are related so you can read the full definitions. Additionally, the Status screen lets you change parameter settings right on the screen if you right-click the setting.
HDMI Out (1.66): NOTE: SDI/HDMI Monitor Output (1.8): This parameter whether scaled or full raster video will be output. The Full Raster selection only has an impact on the output when a 4K or Quad HD video source is used. Sets the format of the SDI/HDMI Monitor outputs. Super Out (1.9): This parameter provides superimposition of timecode and transport state (Record, Pause, etc.) onto the SDI output. Note that Super Out applies only to the 2K/1080 SDI/HDMI Monitor outputs, not the 4x 3G-SDI outputs.
Camera Data (13.1): This parameter controls the use of camera-generated ancillary data. Some cameras produce SDI ancillary data, such as start/stop commands, that may be useful when interfacing with the Ki Pro Quad. 13.1 Camera Data is designed to address the use of SDI ancillary data.
Media Screen This screen offers settings for a variety of media-related functions, including formatting storage media, type of Apple ProRes encoding, and reel and clip definitions. Figure 13. Ki Pro Quad Web Interface, Media Screen Media State (12.1): Rollover (12.2): Encode Type (14.1): Play Media (15.1): Loop Play (15.2): Playlist (15.3): Dropped Frames (15.4): Format Media (16.1): This parameter defines whether the media is used for video/audio recording or data transfer using Ethernet LAN.
Clip Append (17.4): This parameter is used with parameter 17.5 ALPHA APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER or have no text appended. Alpha Append (17.5): This parameter is used with parameter 17.4 CLIP APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER. Take (17.8): This parameter determines the TAKE number, from 1 to 999, that follows the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER, and ALPHA APPEND (if selected).
Transport Screen This screen offers record, playback, fast forward, rewind and stop controls, similar to those available on the operator-side of Ki Pro Quad. The screen also duplicates what is displayed on the Ki Pro Quad front visual display, so you can see exactly what the Ki Pro Quad operator/camera person is seeing. Figure 14. Ki Pro Quad Web Interface, Transport Screen STOP : PLAY >: RECORD : Press STOP to end playback or a media operation (PLAY, FF, REV, or RECORD).
SLOT: This button serves two purposes. First, it selects which media is accessed by the system. Second, the SLOT button is used to unmount currently selected media. Caution! Not using the SLOT button to unmount the media before removal can cause problems with the files stored on the media. Pushing the SLOT button cycles between unmounting media and selecting media. This function is only active when in the “STOP” mode and requires a “PRESS STOP TO CONFIRM” if not stopped.
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 16. Ki Pro Quad Web Interface, Presets Screen Recall (91.
Import: Export Presets 1-20: The Import buttons let you browse for and import a preset file on your computer into the preset register associated with the selected button. A dialog box warns you that the operation will overwrite the current preset contents with the contents stored in the file. Lets you save the contents of all presets to a file on your computer. The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options with the name all.presets.
IP Address Type (50.1): Use to change the IP address for Ki Pro Quad. When an IP address is entered and the Apply button is clicked, the IP address will change and the browser will display a “redirecting to...” page which should send the browser to the new IP address entered. (You can also click on a link on the redirect page. IP Address (50.2): Enter an IP address compatible with your LAN (if you have one).
See “Using Playlists” on page 77 at the end of this chapter for an additional tutorial on working with playlists. Figure 19. Ki Pro Quad Web Interface, Playlists All Clips Screen 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 or yellow box containing text describing the alarm.
Update Firmware Screen The Update Firmware screen allows you to update your Ki Pro Quad 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 21.
2. Once you have entered the Ki Pro Quad's IP address, choose the “Update Firmware” page link on the left side of any Ki Pro Quad web page. 3. Click the “Browse...” button to select the file you previously downloaded. For example: kiproquad_ver_5.0.0.128.bin file. 4. When you have selected a valid Ki Pro Quad .bin image file, click the “Upload” button in the web browser. The file you select will upload to the Ki Pro Quad and be tested for validity.
Gang Recording Multiple Ki Pro Quad units 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 Quad 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 Quad units in a gang use the same firmware version.
IMPORTANT: There can be only one Master in a gang; typically, the IP address for the Ki Pro Quad unit you entered and are viewing the web UI on is the one which should be promoted to the controlling role. If the unit with the IP address that is currently being viewed via the web UI is selected, a red capitalized MASTER text will appear on the webpage above the columns.
4. Select control of clip naming in the Settings column for each system, either Slave Name or Master Name. For details, see the previous discussion. 5. Select one master system by clicking the desired system in the Master column. 6. For the master system, set the clip naming in the Settings column. 7. Use the master system to control record start and stop and clip naming. Using Playlists AJA provides tools for reviewing clips and creating playlists of clips.
To review your playlist, click on the list in the Playlists area of the web UI. 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.
Storing a Preset The easiest way to work with presets is via the web UI. A Presets web UI page is provided where 20 customizable presets are offered. To customize presets, you may click on the second column of text fields and name the preset. 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.
NOTE: AJA recommends that presets only be used between the same types of devices. In other words, only use presets from Ki Pro Quads with other Ki Pro Quads, not with Ki Pros. At any time you may perform a recall of the Factory Settings if you have presets enabled. IMPORTANT: Presets do survive device reboots. If you want to be sure that your device does not have someone else's settings in place, you can perform a recall of Factory Settings prior to configuring and working with the Ki Pro Quad.
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. Additionally transfer speed information, remaining time to transfer and percentage of data transferred are shown. Note that if an upload is cancelled or interrupted for any reason, the transfer may be resumed by simply selecting the clip that was transferring again and re-starting the transfer.
Appendix A: Specifications Formats • NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: NOTE: 720P 23.98*, 25*, 29.97*, 50, 59.94, 60 720p 23.98 (24), 720p 25 and 720p 29.97 require a valid camera source and the use of the Record Type>VFR selection • 1080i 25, 29.97, 30 • 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25*, 29.97* 25 and 29.97 require a valid camera source and the use of the Record Type>PsF selection • 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94 • 2K (2048x1080) PsF 23.98, 24, 25*, 29.97* 25 and 29.
Video Output Digital • 4x 3G/HD SDI, SMPTE-292/296/424, 10-bit • Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1 x BNC) • Dual Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (2 x BNC) • 4K or Quad HD 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (4 x BNC) • 1x HD SDI monitor output with support for up to 2K (2048x1080) 4:2:2 • 1x HDMI v1.
Data Interface • 1x Thunderbolt • 320x240 LCD display and 14 dedicated operational buttons • Width: 4.55 in. (11.557 cm) • Depth: 2.85 in. (7.239 cm) • Height: 5.89 in. (14.9606 cm) • Power: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz (adapter), 12-18Vdc 4-pin XLR (chassis), 3.46A max, 31.235.5W typical-41.5W Max • Weight: 2.22 lb (1.00698 kg) User Interface Physical Temperature • Operating Temperature Range: 5 • Ki Pro Quad v5.2 C to 40C Safe Storage Temperature Range (power OFF): -20C to 60C 84 www.aja.
Dimensions Ki Pro Quad v5.2 85 www.aja.
Appendix B: Compliance Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices Class A Interference Statement 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.
Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take appropriate measures. Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A.
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI V-3/2008.04). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Translated caution statements, warning conventions and warning messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual.
Avviso! Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all'acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un panno asciutto. 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.
Avertissement ! Référez-vous au personnel de service qualifié pour tout entretien. L'entretien est exigé quand l'appareil a été endommagé de quelque manière que ce soit, par exemple lorsque le cordon d'alimentation ou la prise sont endommagés, que du liquide a été versé ou des objets sont tombés dans l'appareil, que l'appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'humidité, ne fonctionne pas normalement ou est tombé. Warnung! Das Gerät sollte nur von qualifizierten Fachkräften gewartet werden.
Attenzione! Questo dispositivo è un prodotto di Classe A. Il funzionamento di questo apparecchio in aree residenziali potrebbe causare interferenze dannose, nel cui caso agli utenti verrà richiesto di adottare tutte le misure necessarie per porre rimedio alle interferenze a proprie spese. Warning! Disconnect the external AC power supply line cord(s) from the mains power before moving the unit.
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 A Head Phone Volume Knob 14 Adapter Cable 8 Alarm menu 31 Analog 4 Channel Balanced Audio 16 Analog 4 Channel Balanced/Unbalanced Audio 16 Apple ProRes 422 7 Audio Input 16 Audio Inputs 84 I Interval Recording 47 L LAN Data, Storing 34 LCD Display 14 Loss of Video 50 LTC Timecode Input 15 B M Box 19 Browser Screen Overview 61 Browser setup 60 Buttons 12 Manual 9 MEDIA Button 12 Media LED Status Indicator 14 MEDIA menus 28, 34 Media State 34 MENU mode 11 MENU mode operation 28 Mounting Plate 7
S SDI Input and Outputs 15 SELECT 13 SLOT Button 13 Software 7 Specifications 82 Stand 7, 8 STATUS Button 12 STATUS menu 28 STATUS menus 31 Storage 17 Super Out 44 T Temperature 84 Timelapse Recording 47 Transport Control Buttons 12 TRANSPORT mode 11 TRANSPORT mode operation 27, 28 Transport Screen 67 U Unpacking 19 Update Firmware Screen 73 V Video, Loss Of 50 VU Meters 14 Ki Pro Quad v5.2 96 www.aja.
