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AJA KONA 1 Single Channel 3G/1.5G-SDI I/O Short RS422 PCIe 2.0 Streamlined Capture Card with Playback Over 3G-SDI
SKU: AJAKONA1SR0 MFR: KONA 1-S-R0
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- Capture pristine video with the KONA 1's single-channel 3G-SDI input/output for broadcast quality.
- Enjoy low latency video capture, ensuring real-time responsiveness for critical monitoring needs.
- Easily integrate this streamlined capture card into your existing PCIe 2.0 infrastructure for smooth workflows.
- Experience stable streaming with professional-grade 3G-SDI, perfect for live events and high-quality archives.
- Achieve high resolution video formats up to 2K, suitable for detailed post-production and editing tasks.
- Benefit from broad compatibility, supporting both PC/Windows and Macintosh operating systems efficiently.
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About AJA KONA 1
From broadcast and post-production to ProAV and OEM development, the KONA 1 Single Channel 3G/1.5G-SDI I/O Short RS422 PCIe 2.0 Streamlined Capture Card is engineered to deliver robust and cost-efficient performance. This versatile 3G-SDI 2K/HD 60p I/O card offers seamless integration with a wide array of professional software applications, including those from AJA, Adobe, Avid, Apple, and Telestream, thanks to its standard application plug-ins and comprehensive AJA SDK support.
The KONA 1 card is designed to facilitate simultaneous monitoring during capture with its pass-through capability, making it an ideal choice for professionals seeking reliable and efficient video workflows. It features full-size SDI ports that support 3G-SDI formats, along with embedded 16-channel SDI audio in/out, ensuring high-quality audio and video transmission. The inclusion of Genlock with reference/LTC input and RS-422 further enhances its utility for precise frame synchronization and time code reliability, essential for broadcast, production, ProAV, and creative finishing projects.
Compatible with the latest Apple Mac Pro, the KONA 1 card supports AJA Control Room with Metal compatibility, offering extensive support for a variety of applications. This makes it a perfect companion for high-resolution workflows, providing single-channel 3G-SDI capture and playback capabilities.
Supporting macOS, Windows, and Linux, the KONA 1 card ensures cost-effective and straightforward connectivity for diverse 2K/HD/SD workflows across 3G-SDI. Its video pass-through on SDI out while capturing simplifies complex workflows, making it an indispensable tool for professionals.
Moreover, AJA's Developer Program empowers partner companies to integrate AJA products into their systems, leveraging proven video I/O technology to expedite product development and market entry. The KONA 1 card stands as a testament to AJA's commitment to providing powerful and simple 3G-SDI capture and playback solutions for the modern media landscape.
AJA KONA 1 Features
- Single Channel 3G-SDI Capture or Playback up to 2K/HD 60p
- Full size 3G-SDI BNC ports
- PCIe 2.0 2-lane
- Powerful creative applications support
- Available in low profile PCIe 2.0 without external RS422 port (OEM only)
- ANC capture and processing
- 8/10 Bit YCbCr and RGB framebuffer formats
- 16-ch SDI Embedded Audio I/O, 24-bit 48khz
- HD/SD Genlock, Reference Video or LTC Input (selectable)
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.
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