AJA Video Systems - KONA X
Categories Video Processing
KONA X is the next generation of AJA's KONA desktop I/O technology featuring built-in Streaming DMA. Compatible with new AJA Desktop Software v17 and version 17 of AJA’s world-class software development kit (SDK), AJA KONA X is a 4-lane PCIe 3.0 card offering ultra-low latency video capture and playback for applications spanning media and entertainment, live production, OEM development, and more.
Combining bi-directional dual, full size BNC 12G-SDI and dual HDMI 2.0 connections, KONA X boasts all the tools required to meet a broad range of I/O demands. Among KONA X’s standout feature highlights is built-in Streaming DMA, which lets users achieve as low as sub-frame latency for crucial tasks involving video I/O – whether assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) or for gaming, augmented reality (AR) graphics, overlays, or other tasks that require instantaneous performance. Direct memory access (DMA) transfers data between input/output devices without involving the processor itself, which saves time.
Robust, full size I/O streamlines installation while providing extended card longevity, and visible status LEDs on the KONA X backplane to ensure intuitive connection and status reporting. An In-Firmware MicroController allows AJA Developer Partners to leverage the card for nearly any use case while support for the AJA SDK on Windows, Linux, and macOS makes it easy to program and configure the KONA X using a familiar toolset. For applications that require advanced audio, LTC, RS-422 and other functionality, an optional KONA Xpand break-out board is available, which installs in an adjacent PCIe slot.
KONA X also leverages the proven feature set of AJA’s Desktop Software, including new enhancements in the latest v17 update, such as improved closed caption support, performance improvements for Apple silicon systems, support for Rocky Linux, and more. Available on macOS, Windows, and Linux, AJA Desktop Software includes robust and reliable application plug-ins for the most popular creative tools, including Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro and Apple Final Cut Pro, among others. AJA Control Room, Control Panel, and System Test applications are also included.
