AJA KONA 4 Desktop I / O Card
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AJA KONA 4 Desktop I/O Card product description
Professional Connectivity and Versatile I/O
The AJA KONA 4 is a powerful 8-lane PCIe 2.0 video and audio desktop I/O card designed for the most demanding professional workflows. Featuring bi-directional 3G-SDI connections, it supports input and output for SD, HD, 2K, and 4K. With 16 channels of embedded SDI audio and HDMI 2.0b monitoring, the KONA 4 integrates seamlessly into multi-channel audio and high-resolution video environments.
Advanced HDR Support
Deliver stunning visuals with full support for High Dynamic Range (HDR). The KONA 4 provides HDR10 support with HDR 10 Infoframe metadata (HDMI 2.0a/CTA-861.3) and HLG support for compatible HDMI displays. This ensures a wider color gamut, brighter whites, and deeper blacks for true-to-life imagery in 4K, UltraHD, and HD pipelines.
High Frame Rate and 4K Performance
Handle 4K High Frame Rate (HFR) workflows at 50p and 60p with ease. The card allows direct output from editing systems to 4K projectors and monitors. For cinematic slow motion, the KONA 4 supports AJA Raw capture at up to 120 fps via four 3G-SDI connections, providing incredible detail for post-production.
Real-Time AR and Virtual Production
Optimized for modern broadcasting, the KONA 4 supports Unreal Engine for augmented reality (AR) and virtual environment integration. Capture live SDI footage and composite it with virtual elements in real time. This workflow benefits digital filmmakers by allowing live VFX previews on set, reducing reshoots and streamlining the transition to post-production.
Hardware Keying and Expansion
The built-in hardware downstream keyer enables easy graphic overlays on input video. For expanded connectivity, the optional K3G-Box breakout box adds eight AES audio channels, RCA analog monitoring, and looping BNC Genlock connectors, making it ideal for rack-mounted studio environments.