This is an installation and operation guide for Aja Io Express
The AJA KONA 3G is a PCI-Express card designed for high-quality video capture and playback, supporting SD, HD, Dual Link HD, 3G signals, and 2K digital cinema resolutions. It features hardware-based upconversion, downconversion, and crossconversion, as well as 4K capture and playback modes. The device includes support for 3D stereoscopic workflows and extensive codec support within professional third-party video applications.
This manual provides instructions for installing the KONA 3G card into Mac Pro or Windows PC systems, connecting the included cable set, and installing the necessary software. It also details the operation of the AJA Control Panel software, including configuration for various video formats, audio settings, and troubleshooting common issues.
| Video Input Support | SD-SDI, HD-SDI, Dual Link HD-SDI, HSDL, and 3G HD-SDI |
|---|---|
| Video Output | HDMI 1.4a output for stereoscopic monitoring |
| Bus Interface | x4 Lane PCI-Express Bus Interface |
| Audio Output | 8-channel 24-bit, 48kHz digital AES/EBU audio |
| Control Interface | RS-422 control via 9 pin |
AJA Video warrants the product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
Yes, the KONA 3G offers a 4K capture and playback mode for the highest resolution possible.
Yes, it offers 3D workflow support with discrete left and right eye output in SDI and HDMI 1.4a.