10-bit PCIe card, HDMI 2.0 output w/ HFR support (ATX Power)
KONA 5 12G-SDI I/O, 10-bit PCIe ca
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8-Lane PCIe 3.0 I/O Card
AJA - 'Kona 5'
Ultimate Performance for OEM's
Take command of the most challenging projects using the immense power of the newest member of the KONA product line. KONA 5 is AJA’s blazingly fast, 8-lane PCIe 3.0 I/O card, designed for today’s most demanding video and audio workflows.
Whether you are working with HFR 8K/UltraHD2, 4K/UltraHD, 2K/HD, SD, Deep Color and/or HDR, experience the quality and peace of mind that KONA 5 brings to your world. Supporting 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4, or even 12-bit* color spaces for pristine imagery, KONA 5 allows the flexibility to ingest and output with 12G/6G/3G-SDI and monitor with a full-size HDMI 2.0 port. The bidirectional 12G-SDI ports provide immense flexibility for capture and simultaneous pass through, and with the appropriate software, multi-channel capture and streaming.
For HDR workflows, KONA 5 supports HDR10 and HLG* for rich color delivery over HDMI 2.0.
KONA 5 has the power for the work you do today and into the future.
*Application dependent
Key Features
• Compact HD-SDI/SDI Distribution
• Four Separately Buffered Serial HD-SDI/SDI Outputs
• Auto Equalization
• Acts as a Low Cost Repeater
• Automatic multi-standard
• Miniature Size
Key Features
at a glance
• 12-bit color support (application dependent)
• HDMI 2.0 output (4K/UltraHD HFR 4:2:2 10-bit)
• HDMI 2.0a/CTA-861.3
• Supports 8K/UltraHD2/4K/UltraHD/2K/HD/SD ingest and output at frame rates up to 50/60 fps
• Supports RGB 4:4:4 and YCbCr 4:2:2 workflows
• 10-bit 4K/UltraHD and 2K/Dual Link/HD/SD input and output
• HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) support
• RS-422 support on 9-pin connector
• macOS, Windows and Linux support
Professional Connectivity
12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0KONA 5 boasts 4x bidirectional 12G-SDI spigots and a Reference Input directly on the card bracket. The 4x HDBNC SDI connections can be used in a wide variety of configurations to support your creative needs; use four cables simultaneously to support either 8K/UltraHD2 (via 4x 12G-SDI) or 4K/UltraHD (via 3G-SDI), alternatively use a single cable for input and a single cable for simultaneous pass-through/output for either 4K/UltraHD (via 1x 12G-, or 6G-SDI) or HD/2K (via 1x 3G-SDI, or even single/dual link 1.5G-SDI).
A full-sized HDMI 2.0 connection offers monitoring and output, with HDR , Deep Color and HFR support. Across the board, KONA 5 is the professionals choice for post, broadcast, graphics, virtual sets, pre-viz, live compositing and more.
HDR
bring your work to lifeHDR (High Dynamic Range) provides the ability to display a wider and richer range of colors, much brighter whites, and much deeper, darker blacks than standard signals allow. This gives your imagery a more ‘dynamic’ look and allows for natural true to life colors to be communicated to your audience.
KONA 5 delivers robust HDR compatibility to HDMI displays with support for HLG and HDR10 with HDR Infoframe metadata, in accordance with HDMI2.0a/CTA-861.3 and HD.
And, using AJA Control Panel and AJA Control Room, (free software provided for capture and playback along with the AJA Desktop Software package) you can get to work right away with HDR ingest, pass through and monitoring.
Extended Connectivity
out-of-the box compatibilityKONA 5 ships with an included breakout cable that offers extensive connectivity for AES, RS-422 control support and Reference: 8-Channels of AES/EBU (BNC) In, 8-Channels of AES/EBU (BNC) Out, RS-422 9-pin connector for control, LTC In and Out. KONA 5 also ships with 5x HDBNC to full-size BNC “pigtails” to ensure out-of-the box compatibility with your SDI infrastructure.
Apple Mac Pro Compatible
multi-channel 4K and 8K supportAJA offers full compatibility for the new Apple Mac Pro, including support for AJA Control Room with Metal compatibility as well as extensive support for a range of applications. For productions handling high resolution workflows all the way up to 8K, KONA 5* is a perfect companion for the new desktop offering multi-channel 4K and 8K support.
Superb Features
KONA 5
Ultimate Performance for OEMs
Hardware KeyingThe built-in hardware downstream keyer allows graphics and images up to 4K/UltraHD to be easily overlaid on the input video in realtime.
Legendary SupportAJA Technical Support is recognized as one of the best in the industry and is provided at no additional charge. Our support team will work with you to solve any issues you might encounter and get you working as quickly as possible.
IntegrationKONA 5 supports macOS, Windows and Linux, providing incredible 4K and multi-channel power for a wide range of creative applications.
Sync UpKONA 5 can be locked to an external reference for integration into larger productions, or feed LTC in and out to ensure footage captured with KONA 5 has the proper timecode.
AR support with Unreal EngineAJA Technical Support is recognized as one of the best in the industry and is provided at no additional charge. Our support team will work with you to solve any issues you might encounter and get you working as quickly as possible.
Machine ControlA 9-pin RS-422 port on the included breakout cable allows control of a range of external devices for frame accurate captures and layoffs.
Industry-Leading Support
When you need it mostAJA’s technical support is recognized as among the best in the industry and is available to all AJA customers. If you need assistance with any aspect of your KONA installation, configuration, operation or encounter any technical issue, AJA Support will work with you to get up and running.
KONA products are covered by a generous three year warranty. Please see the individual Product’s Manual for additional specifics around warranty conditions for the product itself.
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