AJA KONA 1 (Tall) PCIe Gen2 x4 3G-SDI Capture/Playback Card

The AJA KONA 1 (Tall) is a professional-grade PCIe Gen2 x4 video capture and playback card designed for broadcast, post-production, and live streaming environments. With dual 3G-SDI inputs and outputs, it supports SD, HD, and 2K video formats up to 1080p60, making it an ideal solution for high-quality video workflows.

Advantages

Reliable 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 color sampling ensures superior image quality. The card is bus-powered, eliminating the need for an external power supply, and includes a breakout cable for analog audio, reference, and timecode connectivity. Its full-height, half-length form factor fits standard PCIe slots.

Suitable for

• Broadcast and production studios requiring SDI capture/playback
• Live streaming setups with OBS Studio or Telestream Wirecast
• Post-production editing with Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, or Final Cut Pro

Key specifications

• Interface: PCIe Gen2 x4
• Video Inputs: 2x 3G-SDI (BNC)
• Video Outputs: 2x 3G-SDI (BNC)
• Max Resolution: 1080p60
• Color Sampling: 10-bit 4:2:2 YCbCr, 10-bit 4:4:4 RGB
• Audio: 16-channel embedded SDI audio; 2-channel AES/EBU via breakout
• Reference Input: Black Burst or Tri-Level Sync via breakout
• Timecode: LTC via breakout
• OS Support: macOS, Windows, Linux
• Form Factor: Full-height, Half-length PCIe Card
• Power: PCIe Bus Powered
• Compliance: SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M, 425M-A/B

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair the KONA 1 with a compatible PCIe Gen2 or higher slot and use high-quality BNC cables. The included breakout cable is essential for analog audio, reference, and timecode connections.