FCP and the Kona 3 work GREAT! Ive never had an issue. I posted here because the Kona 3 claims to be compatible with both both FCP and Premiere Cs5 – and I dont think anybody has been able to make that happen.
The only Issues Ive had with my Kona 3 and FCP have manifested themselves AFTER Ive tried to use Premiere. The issues persist until I reboot, and then as soon as I open FCP again everything is perfect. It seems to be a driver conflict? Not sure.
I can tell you – for those of you having to use both FCP and Premiere – the Blackmagic DeckLInk HD Extreme 3D runs both with no Issues.
Please dont take this as a bashing of AJA or their products. The Kona cards are Amazing and do everything in FCP I ask them to. I’ve Just had to adapt my workflow and the Kona 3 couldnt make the jump. I also wanted to just share my experience – if there is one thing the cow has taught me is that you are rarely alone in what ever issues you may be having.
Thanks guys for all your feedback!