AJA KONA 4 PCIe Video I/O Card for 4K SDI and HDMI Workflows (Bracket, BOB, 3 cables)

AJA KONA 4 PCIe Video I/O Card for 4K, 2K, HD, and SD Production

The AJA KONA 4 PCIe Video I/O Card is a professional video capture and output card designed for broadcast, post-production, and advanced video workflows. Supporting 4K, 2K, HD, and SD formats, this card offers 10-bit video processing, multi-format SDI connectivity, and HDMI 1.4a output for monitoring and playback.

This configuration includes an installation bracket, breakout box (BOB), and three cables for expanded connectivity.

Key Features

• Multi-format video I/O: Supports 4K, 2K, HD, and SD video workflows
• 10-bit video processing for professional production and post-production
• 3G-SDI and dual-link SDI connectivity for compatible professional video equipment
• HDMI 1.4a output for monitoring on compatible displays
• PCIe interface for installation in a compatible workstation
• Hardware-based video conversion to help match different video formats
• Built-in downstream keyer for overlaying graphics and images on video
• Included accessories: Bracket, breakout box (BOB), and three cables

Professional Video Capture and Output

The AJA KONA 4 is built for computer-based video systems that need dependable connectivity across multiple professional video formats. Its support for 4K, 2K, HD, and SD workflows makes it suitable for a range of capture, monitoring, playback, and post-production applications.

The card supports 10-bit video and professional SDI connections, including 3G-SDI and dual-link SDI. HDMI 1.4a output provides another option for connecting compatible displays.

Hardware Video Conversion

The KONA 4 includes hardware processing for up-conversion, down-conversion, and cross-conversion. This allows supported video formats to be converted in real time, helping match source footage to a project's required resolution without relying entirely on software rendering.

Conversion options can help accommodate footage with different resolutions and aspect ratios in a mixed-format production workflow.

Hardware Downstream Keying

The integrated downstream keyer enables graphics and images to be overlaid onto video. By handling supported keying operations in hardware, the KONA 4 can help streamline production and playback workflows that require graphics overlays.

Breakout Box and Included Cables

This configuration includes a breakout box (BOB), installation bracket, and three cables to provide additional connectivity and installation flexibility. Confirm the included cable types and connector compatibility against the seller's package details before purchasing, particularly if you need specific audio, reference, timecode, or machine-control connections.

Applications

The AJA KONA 4 can be used in compatible professional video systems for:

• 4K and 2K video capture and playback
• HD and SD video production
• Broadcast and post-production workflows
• Professional SDI video routing and monitoring
• Computer-based video systems requiring hardware conversion and keying

System Compatibility

The KONA 4 is designed for compatible PCIe workstations. Verify current operating system, driver, and production software compatibility with AJA before installation, especially when configuring a system for a specific video format or workflow.

Choose the AJA KONA 4 PCIe Video I/O Card for multi-format professional video connectivity, 10-bit processing, and hardware-assisted production workflows.

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
• Bracket
• Breakout Box
• 3 Cables
• Warranty: Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty