Product Description
AJA's KONA 4 is a powerful 8-lane PCIe 2.0 video and audio desktop I/O card that supports extensive 4K capabilities. This includes direct output from editing systems to 4K projectors or monitors, as well as High Frame Rate (HFR) support at 50/60 fps and 4K HDMI output for the latest UltraHD monitors. This allows editors and clients to view full resolution 4K images while working. Additionally, KONA 4 supports AJA Raw capture at up to 120 fps via 4 3G-SDI connections, allowing for beautiful slow motion with a cinematic feel through AJA Control Room.
Not only does KONA 4 have impressive 4K capabilities, but it also offers professional connectivity with support for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Its bi-directional 3G-SDI connections can be used for both input and output, and it also features HDMI 2.0b monitoring output, LTC I/O, Genlock input, RS-422 control, and configurable 3 x BNC SD/HD analog video output. The built-in hardware downstream keyer allows for easy overlays of graphics and images on the input video, and AJA's legendary technical support is available at no additional charge to assist with any issues. With KONA 4, users can confidently handle everything from SD to HD, 2K, and 4K with full 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 sampling for exceptional image clarity.
Key Features
Powerful
KONA 4’s extensive 4K support allows output directly from editing systems to 4K projectors or monitors, including HFR support at 50/60 fps and 4K HDMI output to support the latest UltraHD monitors, allowing editors and clients to view full resolution 4K images as they work.
KONA 4 also supports AJA Raw capture at up to 120 fps via 4 3G-SDI connections. Create beautiful and detailed slow motion with an engaging cinematic feel via AJA Control Room.
High Frame Rate support
KONA 4 has the power to support 4K High Frame Rate (HFR) at 50p and 60p for the most demanding 4K and UHD workflows.
4K HDMI output
The HDMI output is capable of displaying 4K/UHD via HDMI to many of the new UltraHD monitors, making full-resolution monitoring affordable while stil maintaining pristine image quality.
Integration
KONA 4 supports Windows, Mac and Linux, providing incredible 4K and multi-channel power for a wide range of applications.
Professional Connectivity
KONA 4 features bi-directional 3G-SDI connections that can be used for input and output. 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 allow KONA 4 to integrate into a variety of workflows.
Hardware Keying
The built-in hardware downstream keyer allows graphics and images to be overlaid on the input video to the card for easy overlays.
Legendary Support
AJA Technical Support is recognized as one of the best in the industry and provided at no additional charge. Our support team will work with you to solve any issues you might encounter and ensure you are up and running as quickly as possible.