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Review Summary
3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424
Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1 x BNC)
Dual Link HD 4:4:4, (2 x BNC)
2K HSDL (High Speed Data Link) 4:4:4, (2 x BNC)
4K/UltraHD 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
HDMI v2.0b, 30/36 bits/pixel, RGB or YUV, 2.25Gbps, SD, HD and UHD with HFR support up to 60p 4:2:0
3G/SD/HD SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424, 8- or 10-bits
Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1 x BNC)
Dual Link HD 4:4:4 (2 x BNC)
2K HSDL (High Speed Data Link) 4:4:4, (2 x BNC)
4K/UltraHD
1D LUT Support
Composite/S-Video (Y/C) (1 x BNC/2x BNC+adapter)
NTSC, NTSCJ, PAL
Component (3 x BNC)
HD: YPbPr, RGB
SD: YPbPr, RGB (component mode)
SMPTE/EBU N10, Betacam 525 line, Betacam 525J, RGB
12-bit D/A, 8x oversampling
+/- .2 dB to 5.0 MHz Y Frequency Response
+/- .2 dB to 1 MHz C Frequency Response
5% 2T pulse response
<1% Diff Phase
<1% Diff Gain
<1% ns Y/C delay inequity
Supports graphics with alpha channel over video, matte or frame buffer, or frame buffer content over incoming video or matte
16-channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48kHz sample rate, Synchronous
8-channel, 24-bit AES/EBU audio, 48kHz sample rate, Synchronous or Non-synchronous, Internal sample rate conversion (via 4 x BNC on breakout cable)
16-channel, 24-bit AES/EBU audio, 48 kHz sample rate, Synchronous (via 8 x BNC on optional K3G-Box)
Hardware 10-bit
Anamorphic: full-screen
Letterbox: image is reduced with black top and bottom added to image area with the aspect ratio preserved
Crop: image is cropped to fit new screen size
16-channel, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, 48kHz sample rate, Synchronous
8-channel, 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48kHz sample rate, Synchronous
8-channel, 24-bit AES/EBU audio, 48kHz sample rate, Synchronous or Non-synchronous, Internal sample rate conversion (via 4 x BNC on breakout cable)
16-channel, 24-bit AES/EBU audio, 48 kHz sample rate, Synchronous (via 8 x BNC on optional K3G-Box)
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
Hardware 10-bit
1080i to 720p
720p to 1080i
720p to 1080PsF
Letterbox: This transforms SD anamorphic material to a letterboxed image.
H Crop: Will produce a horizontally stretched effect on the image; transforms anamorphic SD to full frame
SD Pillarbox: Will produce an image in the center of the screen with black borders on the left and right sides and an anamorphized image in the center
V Crop: Will transform SD letterbox material to an anamorphic image
LTC timecode input and output (via 1 x BNC each)
RS-422, Sony 9-pin protocol (via breakout cable or optional K3G-Box)
Analog Color Black (1V) or Composite Sync (2 or 4V)
Looping
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With its sophisticated 4K support, the KONA 4 allows for direct output from editing systems to 4K projectors or monitors. This includes High Frame Rate (HFR) support at 50/60p, making it ideal for the most demanding 4K and UltraHD workflows. The state-of-the-art 4K HDMI output is capable of displaying 4K/UHD content to the latest UltraHD monitors, offering full-resolution monitoring that is both cost-effective and maintains pristine image quality.
The KONA 4 is not only powerful but also versatile, supporting both Windows and Linux operating systems. This broad compatibility ensures seamless integration into a wide array of professional video and audio environments. The card's professional connectivity is further enhanced by its bi-directional 3G-SDI connections, HDMI 2.0b monitoring output, LTC I/O, Genlock input, RS-422 control, configurable 3 x BNC SD/HD analog video output, and 8-channel AES audio I/O.
For creatives looking to add graphics and images to their video feeds, the KONA 4 features a built-in hardware downstream keyer for effortless overlays. Additionally, the card's broadcast-quality hardware conversion capabilities include up, down, and cross-conversion, unifying resolutions across different formats and simplifying workflows by eliminating the need for software-based resolution adjustments.
Expand your connectivity even further with the optional K3G-Box. This add-on enhances the standard breakout cable by offering eight additional AES audio channels, 2-channel RCA analog audio monitoring jacks, and looping BNC Genlock reference connectors, providing even more flexibility for complex setups.
The KONA 4 is a high-quality, sophisticated choice for professionals who require a state-of-the-art video and audio desktop I/O solution. Its advanced features and future-proof design make it a smart investment for those looking to elevate their production capabilities to the next level.