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AJA KUMO 1616 Compact 3G-SDI Router (1 RU)

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AJA KUMO 1616 Compact 3G-SDI Router (1 RU)
Key Features
  • 16 x 3G-SDI Inputs
  • 16 x 3G-SDI Outputs
  • Mini-USB for IP Configuration
  • Embedded Linux OS
The 1 RU KUMO 1616 3G-SDI Compact Router from AJA is a 16 x 16 video matrix router. It is a small, cost-effective solution for a range of broadcast, production, and post-production applications. This router features 16 SDI inputs and 16 SDI outputs. The KUMO 1616 has an embedded Linux operating system and internal Web server, which provide Web browser control via 10/100/1000 Ethernet with no need for additional software.
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AJA KUMO Overview

The 1 RU KUMO 1616 3G-SDI Compact Router from AJA is a 16 x 16 video matrix router. It is a small, cost-effective solution for a range of broadcast, production, and post-production applications. This router features 16 SDI inputs and 16 SDI outputs. The KUMO 1616 has an embedded Linux operating system and internal Web server, which provide Web browser control via 10/100/1000 Ethernet with no need for additional software.

The mini-USB port provides easy configuration of the router IP address and simplifies network configurations. The unit's compact 1 RU size makes it suitable for edit suites, mobile sports trucks, corporate video installations, and live theatrical A/V rigs while its HTTP support gives you a wide range of powerful control options. This router can be integrated with existing infrastructure using the industry-standard grass valley native protocol over RS-422 or Ethernet.

Automatic EQ and re-clocking
Supports all ancillary data, including embedded audio
Up to eight Salvos can be configured and saved in each KUMO router
Reference via BNC, looping, black burst or tri-level sync
10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN
Embedded Linux OS with internal Web server for Web browser control
HTTP control and monitoring via a web browser
Industry-standard grass valley native protocol over RS-422 or Ethernet
1 RU form factor
Redundant power, isolated power inputs
UPC: 892448000632

AJA KUMO Specs

Compatible Control Panels
AJA KUMO CP - 1 RU X-Y Ethernet control panel
AJA KUMO CP2 - 2 RU X-Y Ethernet control panel
Video Format
270 Mb/s, 1.5 Gb/s, 3 Gb/s SDI
270 Mb/s DVB-ASI
Format agnostic, 125 Mb/s to 3 Gb/s
Video Input Digital
16 x 3G-SDI BNC ports
Video Output Digital
16 x 3G-SDI BNC ports, noninverting
Cable Equalization
Belden 1694A:
3 Gb/s, up to 459.3' / 140 m
1.5 Gb/s, up to 656.2' / 200 m
270 Mb/s, up to 1312' / 400 m
Automatic operation
Video Bandwidth
SMPTE 259, 292, and 424
Reclocking
270 Mb/s, 1483 Gb/s, 1485 Gb/s, 2966 Gb/s, 2970 Gb/s - auto select
Reference Input
2 x BNC ports, external
Network Interface
1 x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Ethernet
USB Interface
1 x Mini-USB for IP configuration
Serial Interface
1 x 9-pin sub-D female, RS-422 port
Power Consumption
13 W typical, 21.6 W maximum
Power Source
10-14 VDC regulated
Power Supply
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, universal input
Dimensions
17.4 x 1.54 x 1.75" / 441.96 x 39.12 x 44.45 mm
Rackmount
1 RU
Weight
1.4 lb. / 0.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21 x 6 x 4.5"

AJA KUMO Reviews

Solid.

By Carson
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-15

As a key component to route on the fly- AJA delivers with this one. Well worth the investment. *Note* I don't think they make the grey front anymore. The router I received has a blue stripe and larger logo screen printed on the front.

Solid Router

By Victor The Video Villain
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-05-25

Basically in this price range it comes down to AJA or BlackMagic, I've worked with both & knowing that AJA tends to be a bit pricier, I 100% prefer the KUMO over the BMD 20x20 or 40x40 Physically the SDI connectors are spaced well versus BlackMagic, even with all connections loaded up I can quickly adjust by hand without the need of a trompeter if the situation arises. The Kumo is also way thinner & operates at a much lower temp, giving me a little peace of mind if I need to spec a quick fly pack that has less than optimal ventilation. The web UI is great & the unit saves all your settings independently of what computer you are using over the network. I know I can prep the KUMO for a gig, send it out & all my button mapping & labels will not change no matter who is looking at it or what computer they are using (unlike the BMD which is a session based setting via saved XML file). Basically its a solid router, if you can afford it & it has the # of ins/outs ya need. You can't go wrong.

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Does this unit switch between salvos without a ...

Does this unit switch between salvos without a glitch?
Asked by: James
It does not. This is not a clean switch.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2021-03-18

Trying to compare to BM 12x12 router. Does Kumo ...

Trying to compare to BM 12x12 router. Does Kumo have reclocking on all SDI inputs? How loud is the fan? The BM is unbearable loud
Asked by: James
The SDI connections will re-clock. This product is designed to allow you to assign any of the 16 SDI inputs to any of the 16 outputs. Because of that you should expect it to make some level of noise from the fan cooling it down.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2021-11-04

What would happen if you tried to input one ...

What would happen if you tried to input one source as 1080p59.94 and another source as 1080p60 (or anything besides 1080p59.94, etc)? Understood the unit will not scale, but will it accept the alt source or just appear black?
Asked by: Carson
The AJA KUMO 1616 will route the signal coming in to the desired output but no changes will occur in frame rate or format.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2022-01-27

what is the lag in-between switches like ? ...

what is the lag in-between switches like ? considering using in an iMag environment
Asked by: MACAULAY
According to AJA, if a route exists in the KUMO and the incoming signal is connected to the KUMO input, the delay time between the incoming signal and the output signal is less than 5 ns.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-02-13

what is the most effective way to monitor the ...

what is the most effective way to monitor the video inputs from this router ?
Asked by: MACAULAY
For monitoring you can connect this to a network and from there use an HTTP web browswer for control and monitoring.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-01-20

question

Does the AJA Kumo 1616 support 1080i50 input & output?
Asked by: Brendon R.
No, this does not support 1080i50. It gets close but no cigar.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2022-03-29

Will this unit support 1080p60 or 59.94?

Will this unit support 1080p60 or 59.94?
Asked by: Jason
The device works with 3G-SDI and is compatible with 1080p at 60 fps.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2019-07-18

Does this support HD-SDI runs of 250ft?

Does this support HD-SDI runs of 250ft?
Asked by: George
Yes it does. You will be able to run a 250 foot HD-SDI cable with this system.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2019-01-23
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