AJA Single channel 3G/1,5G-SDI I / O PCIe 2.0 full size card (KONA-1-T)

Professional 3G-SDI Capture and Playback

The AJA KONA 1 is a robust, cost-efficient single-channel 3G-SDI I/O card designed for the demanding needs of broadcast, post-production, and ProAV environments. Supporting 2K and HD formats up to 60p, this full-size PCIe 2.0 card provides the reliability and performance required for professional ingest, editing, and visual effects workflows.

Versatile Software and OS Support

KONA 1 offers extensive compatibility with leading creative applications from Adobe, Avid, Apple, and Telestream. With support for macOS, Windows, and Linux, it integrates seamlessly into existing pipelines. For developers, the AJA SDK provides powerful tools to build custom solutions, while the card enables simultaneous monitoring during capture via video pass-through.

Advanced Connectivity and Control

Equipped with full-size 3G-SDI BNC ports, the KONA 1 ensures secure connections. It features 16-channel embedded SDI audio, RS-422 serial control, and a selectable Genlock/LTC input to maintain frame-accurate synchronization. The card also supports ANC capture and processing, as well as 8/10-bit YCbCr and RGB framebuffer formats.

Technical Specifications

• Video Formats: 2K (up to 2048 x 1080p 60), HD (1080i, 1080p, 720p), and SD (625i, 525i)
• Digital Input/Output: 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424
• Audio: 16-Channel 24-bit SDI embedded, 48 kHz synchronous
• Interface: 2-lane PCIe 2.0
• Machine Control: RS-422, Sony 9-pin protocol
• Reference/LTC: Analog Color Black, HD Tri-level sync, or LTC
• Dimensions: 0.88" x 7.38" x 4.75" (22.36 x 187.46 x 120.65 mm)