AJA KONA 4 OEM 4K PCIe Video I/O Card with SDI and Breakout Cables

AJA KONA 4 OEM 4K PCIe Video I/O Card with SDI and Breakout Cables

The AJA KONA 4 OEM is an 8-lane PCIe video and audio I/O card designed for professional 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD, and SD production workflows. This OEM configuration includes short SDI cables (101999-02) and breakout cables, providing essential connections for integrating the card into compatible video production, broadcast, and post-production systems.

Supporting 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 workflows, the KONA 4 delivers high-quality video capture, playback, and monitoring. Four bidirectional 3G-SDI connections, HDMI monitoring, HDR support, and real-time format conversion make it a versatile solution for professional editing, broadcast, and video production environments.

Key Features of the AJA KONA 4 OEM

• 8-lane PCIe interface: Integrates into compatible desktop video production systems.
• Multi-format video support: Supports 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD, and SD workflows up to 50/60p in supported formats.
• Four bidirectional 3G-SDI connections: Flexible video input and output with up to 16 channels of embedded audio.
• High-quality color processing: Supports 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 workflows, depending on application and format.
• HDMI monitoring output: Supports compatible HDMI displays, embedded audio, and 4K-to-HD downsampling.
• HDR workflow support: Supports HDR10, HLG, PQ, and Dolby Vision in compatible applications.
• Real-time format conversion: Provides up-conversion, down-conversion, and cross-conversion for supported HD and SD formats.
• HDR metadata tools: Supports HDR metadata capture and automatic playback detection through compatible AJA software.
• Professional software compatibility: Supports workflows with Adobe Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, OBS Studio, vMix, and Telestream Wirecast, subject to compatibility requirements.
• Included accessories: Supplied with short SDI cables (101999-02) and breakout cables.
• Three-year warranty: Covered by AJA's three-year product warranty, subject to applicable terms.

Professional 4K Video Capture and Output

The AJA KONA 4 OEM supports professional video capture, playback, and monitoring across a range of resolutions and production formats. Its four bidirectional 3G-SDI connections provide flexible connectivity for compatible cameras, broadcast equipment, editing systems, and monitoring devices.

With support for 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD, and SD workflows, the card can accommodate a variety of production and post-production requirements. Compatible workflows also support high-frame-rate production, including 4K/UltraHD at 50p and 60p, as well as AJA RAW capture at up to 120 fps through four 3G-SDI connections when supported by the camera and workflow.

3G-SDI and HDMI Monitoring

KONA 4 combines four bidirectional 3G-SDI connections with HDMI monitoring output for professional video system integration. SDI supports a variety of broadcast video formats, while HDMI enables monitoring on compatible displays.

The card supports 16-channel embedded audio over SDI and eight-channel embedded audio over HDMI. Its monitoring capabilities and format support make it suitable for editing, playback, broadcast, and post-production workflows that require high-quality video output.

HDR and High-Quality Color Workflows

The AJA KONA 4 supports HDR10, HLG, PQ, and Dolby Vision in compatible workflows. These formats help production teams manage high dynamic range content for editing, color grading, monitoring, and delivery.

With AJA Control Room and AJA Control Panel, users can configure supported HDR output, work with SDR/HDR signaling over SDI, capture HDR metadata, and automatically detect embedded HDR metadata during compatible file playback.

Support for 10-bit YCbCr 4:2:2 and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 provides additional flexibility for professional finishing, compositing, and color workflows.

Real-Time Video Conversion and Hardware Keying

KONA 4 includes hardware-based up-conversion, down-conversion, and cross-conversion for supported formats, helping production teams work with different video resolutions and standards.

The built-in hardware downstream keyer also supports overlaying graphics and images on video in compatible configurations. These capabilities are useful for production systems that require format flexibility and real-time graphics compositing.

Included Short SDI and Breakout Cables

This OEM configuration includes short SDI cables, part number 101999-02, and breakout cables. The breakout connections support additional professional I/O, including reference signals, LTC, RS-422, and eight-channel AES/EBU audio.

For expanded external connectivity, the optional AJA K3G-BOX breakout box provides additional supported analog video and audio connections. Check the product configuration and accessory documentation to confirm the connections required for your specific workflow.

Compatible Editing, Streaming, and Production Software

The AJA KONA 4 integrates with supported professional video applications, including:

• Adobe Premiere Pro and compatible Adobe video workflows
• Apple Final Cut Pro
• Avid Media Composer
• OBS Studio
• vMix
• Telestream Wirecast
• FilmLight products and other compatible content creation applications

Software compatibility and available features depend on the operating system, driver version, application, and hardware configuration. Verify system requirements before installation.

Professional Video I/O for Broadcast and Post-Production

The AJA KONA 4 OEM provides professional video and audio connectivity in an 8-lane PCIe card configuration. With multi-format video support, 3G-SDI input and output, HDMI monitoring, HDR capabilities, and included SDI and breakout cables, it is designed for compatible broadcast, editing, and post-production systems.

Choose the AJA KONA 4 OEM for professional 4K video capture, playback, monitoring, and HDR workflows, with short SDI cables and breakout cables included.

INPUTS/OUTPUTS

• System Connection: PCIe 2.0 x8
• Inputs/Outputs
  • 4x BNC (3G-SDI)
  • 1x HDMI (1.4)
• Other I/O
  • 1x DE-9/DB-9 RS-422 Input
  • 1x BNC Genlock Input/Output
• Simultaneous Multi-Input Support: Yes

FORMAT SUPPORT

• Input Video Format
  • SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YCC)
  • DCI 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
  • UHD 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • DCI 2K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
  • DCI 2KPsF at 23.98/24/25 fps
  • 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps
  • 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps
  • 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • 720p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
  • 480i / 525 lines at 23.98/59.94 fps
• Input Audio Format: S/PDIF: 48 kHz / 24-Bit
• Output Video Format
  • HDMI / SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YCC)
  • DCI 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
  • UHD 4K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • DCI 2K at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60 fps
  • DCI 2KPsF at 23.98/24/25 fps
  • 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps
  • 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps
  • 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • 720p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
  • 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
  • 480i / 525 lines at 23.98/59.94 fps
• Embedded Audio
  • SDI: 16-Channel
  • HDMI: 8-Channel

STANDARDS

• Video Standard Compliance: SMPTE 259M-C/292M/425M
• HDR Support: Yes: HDR10/Hybrid Log Gamma

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Power Consumption: Device: 24 W
• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
• Storage Temperature: -40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C
• Operating Humidity: 10 to 90%
• Dimensions: 6.9 x 5 x 0.8" / 17.5 x 12.7 x 2 cm
• Weight: 0.9 lb / 0.4 kg

• AJA KONA 4 PCI-E Video I/O Card
• 3 Cables
• Warranty: Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty