AJA KONA Xpand: Professional I/O Expansion Board
Unlock the full potential of your AJA KONA X with the KONA Xpand, the essential PCIe breakout board designed for today’s most demanding professional workflows. While the KONA X provides formidable, low-latency video I/O for next-generation AI and AR pipelines, the KONA Xpand is the crucial bridge that integrates this power into sophisticated studio and broadcast environments. It transforms your KONA X into a comprehensive I/O powerhouse, adding the professional connections you need for seamless integration with your existing infrastructure.
Gain absolute, frame-accurate synchronization in multi-camera or broadcast setups with the dedicated Bi-level and Tri-level Video Reference (Genlock) input. Take precise control of tape decks, VTRs, and other professional hardware using the robust 9-pin RS-422 port, a staple in post-production houses worldwide. The KONA Xpand dramatically broadens your audio capabilities, providing 8 channels of unbalanced AES/EBU digital audio and 2 channels of balanced analog audio I/O. This allows for direct connection to professional mixers, monitors, and audio workstations, ensuring pristine sound quality for your projects. Furthermore, dedicated LTC input and output guarantees flawless timecode lock, which is critical for syncing audio and video elements throughout the entire production and post-production process.
Designed as a simple-to-install internal PCIe card, the KONA Xpand works in perfect harmony with the KONA X. It leverages the core card’s incredible performance—including its support for 4K/UltraHD, 12-bit color, and advanced HDR workflows—while adding the specific analog and digital connectivity that professional workflows demand. The package includes the necessary breakout cable for AES/EBU and LTC connections, allowing for immediate integration. If your workflow demands the highest level of connectivity and control, the AJA KONA Xpand is the missing link that completes your professional I/O solution.
Key Features
- Expands KONA X Connectivity: Adds a full suite of professional analog and digital I/O to the AJA KONA X card.
- Frame-Accurate Sync: Features a dedicated BNC input for Bi-level or Tri-level Video Reference (Genlock).
- Precise Device Control: Includes a 9-pin RS-422 port for controlling VTRs, decks, and other professional equipment.
- Extensive Audio I/O: Provides 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio and 2 channels of balanced analog audio.
- Dedicated Timecode: Offers LTC Input and Output via the included breakout cable for perfect synchronization.
- Plug-and-Play Integration: Installs easily as a companion PCIe card to the KONA X.
- Included Breakout Cable: Ships with a custom breakout cable for easy access to AES/EBU audio and LTC I/O.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | AJA KONA X Video I/O Card (Required) |
| Video Reference | 1x BNC, supporting Bi-level and Tri-level sync |
| Machine Control | 1x 9-pin RS-422 Port |
| Timecode | LTC Input and Output (via included breakout cable) |
| Digital Audio I/O | 8-Channel, 24-bit, 48 kHz AES/EBU (unbalanced) via included breakout cable |
| Analog Audio I/O | 2-Channel, 24-bit, 48 kHz Balanced (via user-supplied DB-15 to XLR cable) |
| Form Factor | PCIe Card |
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