Kona LS vs. Decklink Extreme

[Andrew Huebscher]

BTW – This is for a Dual 2.5GHz G5 running FCP 5 with Medea 480 RTS on an Atto UL3D.

-Andrew

[Walter Biscardi]

there’s no comparison when it comes to support after the sale. AJA’s support staff is simply the best in the business.

Also, do you need a card or would you rather go with something like the AJA Io LA? I’m adding one now to our shop as we have two Kona 2 systems and will move the Io LA from room to room depending on who needs the analog I/O that day.

Walter Biscardi, Jr.
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[Aja Sales department]

Hi-

Here are a few of the unique features of the Kona LS:

– Kona LS supports 12-bit digital-to-analog, and analog-to-digital video conversions…the highest quality available on any PCI card with analog video I/O.

– Kona LS has 2-ch. AES/EBU audio I/O via XLR.

– The analog video I/O can be configured as component, or composite and Y/C, via 3x BNC connectors.

– The optional KLBOX 1RU breakout box is available for only $299 US List, and adds to the Kona LS connectivity: reclocking and looping genlock, adds 2-ch. BNC AES/EBU, and adds 2-ch. unbalanced RCA analog audio outputs for monitoring.

– Kona LS includes our robust, mature and extremely reliable AJA Quicktime driver software, that includes the unique KONA Control Panel, KONA Conflict Catcher, and more. Our one driver runs on both Tiger and Panther, and supports both FCP 4.5 and 5.0.

– Kona LS includes our standard 3-year international warranty, as well as our fantastic phone and email technical support.

– Kona LS, as well as all of our products, have a 30-day no-questions asked return policy…if you’re unhappy for any reason after purchase, we’ll take it back.

More information can found at our website:

https://www.aja.com/products_kona.html

…brochure available here, with connections diagram:

https://www.aja.com/pdfs/AJA_KONA_Brochure2005.pdf

You can also reach our sales department, and we will be more than happy to discuss any additional questions you may have, at +1 (530) 274-2048, or via email to sales@aja.com.

Thank you,

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AJA Video Systems
(530) 274-2048 Intl.
(800) 251-4224 US
sales@aja.com

[Aja Sales department]

Hi again-

To answer your question about Windows file compatibility, we have our AJA Windows QuickTime codec. This codec allows media captured via KONA 2, KONA LS, or any of the Io’s to be used on Windows machines, for graphics work, etc. The rendered files created on the PC can then be used back on your OSX system and output through your AJA Desktop unit (KONA LS, Io, etc.). The KONA PC Codec covers the following compression formats:

– ‘2vuy’ (aka “Uncompressed 8-bit 4:2:2”)
– ‘2Vuy’ (aka “AJA Kona 2Vuy Codec”)
– ‘v210’ (aka “Uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2”)
– ‘R10k’ (aka “AJA Kona 10-bit RGB Codec”)
– ‘R10g’ (aka “AJA Kona 10-bit Log RGB Codec”)

Note: To reiterate, this is a codec, and not a driver for our cards. It is intended to allow PC users to use AJA media captured on a Mac. It is not a driver for use of our KONA or Io hardware in the PC environment.

This codec can be found on the KONA support section of our website:

https://www.aja.com/support_kona.html

Thank you,

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AJA Video Systems
(530) 274-2048 Intl.
(800) 251-4224 US
sales@aja.com

[William Gaffney]

I too am interested in the Kona LS. I have a Decklink Extreme but am having some issues with component output and the lack of YC I/O. I know the LS can be configured for YC I/O but having BNC connectors what type of cabling would allow it to be connected to a SVHS deck or monitor for example. (with 4/6 pin SVHS connectors). Would the B/O box make this an easier task.

[Aja Sales department]

Hi-

There are very inexpensive cables available that have 2x BNC’s on one side, and a 4-pin YC connector on the other. Here is an example:

https://www.extron.com/product/product.asp?id=svifetbncmaad

There are also many more available from various cable adapter manufacturers. Ask your local reseller and I’m sure they can help you find one easily.

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AJA Video Systems
(530) 274-2048 Intl.
(800) 251-4224 US
sales@aja.com

[William Gaffney]

Thank you for for your very prompt and helpful reply. Impressive.

I assume you have been left in the office and not allowed experience the delights of Amsterdam :)))