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AJA Ki Pro Rack

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AJA Ki Pro Rack
Key Features
  • File-Based Recording / Playback
  • Ready-to-Edit File Capture
  • Records 10-Bit 4:2:2 ProRes / DNxHD
  • Records onto HDD/SSD Storage Modules
The AJA Ki Pro Rack is a tapeless, file-based video recorder that captures and records in ready-to-edit ProRes and DNxHD codecs, in 10-bit 4:2:2 full-raster files, and onto HDD or SSD storage modules (sold separately). 10-bit 4:2:2 color depth provides superior dynamic range, original picture representation, and flexibility in adjusting color and balance in post. Two slots are available for the storage modules.
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AJA Ki Pro Overview

The AJA Ki Pro Rack is a tapeless, file-based video recorder that captures and records in ready-to-edit ProRes and DNxHD codecs, in 10-bit 4:2:2 full-raster files, and onto HDD or SSD storage modules (sold separately). 10-bit 4:2:2 color depth provides superior dynamic range, original picture representation, and flexibility in adjusting color and balance in post. Two slots are available for the storage modules.

Ki Pro features RS-422 control for integrating with editing systems, external controllers, and with tape decks (to capture tape-based media as ProRes). Also by RS-422, assemble edits can be sent direct to storage modules, often faster than rendering to ProRes or DNxHD.

The panel controls are for the most part identical to those of tape decks. The display screen and operating system work hand-in-hand to facilitate full configuration without any connection to a separate computer: all information is displayed clearly on the screen and the OS control menu is a fast and flat one.

The set of connections is diverse and includes video and audio ports that are the same kind as those of tape decks. Accordingly, the Ki Pro is compatible with the cabling and routing systems used with tape decks. Also available is an Ethernet port by which files can be transferred (minimizing the need for staff involvement and allowing better employment of staff).

Up/down/cross conversion can be performed right inside the hardware, both during recording or playback. A second device won't be needed for conversions.

As for remote control, the Ki Pro can be fully configured and controlled via a web browser per an IP address assignment. Multiple Ki Pro Racks can be networked together for control over a single interface.

Multi Function Video Recorder
  • File-Based 10-bit 4:2:2 full-raster video recorder
  • Captures in "ready-to-edit" ProRes and DNxHD files
  • Records direct onto optional HDD/SSD storage modules
  • Internal up/down/cross conversion during recording/playback
Control Options
  • Panel controls are about identical to those of tape decks
  • Full configuration via display screen and OS flat control menu
  • RS-422 integration with editing systems / controllers / tape decks
  • Assemble edits can be sent directly to storage modules over RS-422
  • Control and configuration can fully be remote via web per an assigned IP
  • Multiple Ki Pro Racks can be networked together for control over a single interface
UPC: 892448000359

AJA Ki Pro Specs

Video Inputs
Digital:
SD/HD-SDI x2:
(1 channel, selectable input / SMPTE-259/292/296)
HDMI x1

Analog:
SD/HD component x3 BNCs:
(SMPTE/EBU N10, Betacam 525 line, Betacam 525J, YPbPr 12-bit A/D, 2x oversampling)
Video Output
Digital:
SD/HD-SDI x1:
(SMPTE-259/292/296)
HDMI x1

Analog:
Composite x1 BNC:
(NTSC, NTSCJ, PAL 12-bit D/A, 8x oversampling)
SD/HD component x3 BNCs:
(SD: SMPTE/EBU N10, Betacam 525 line, Betacam 525J, RGB 12-bit D/A, 8x oversampling)
(HD: YPbPr, RGB 12-bit D/A, 2x oversampling)

(all video outputs are simultaneously active)
Audio Input
Digital:
24-bit, 8-channel AES x4 BNCs (48kHz)
24-bit, 8-channel SDI-embedded (48kHz)
2-channel HDMI-embedded

Analog:
24-bit 2-channel balanced A/D XLR x2 (48kHz)
Input level: line
Audio Output
Digital:
24-bit, 8-channel AES x4 BNCs (48kHz)
24-bit, 8-channel SDI-embedded (48kHz)
2-channel HDMI-embedded

Analog:
24-bit 2-channel balanced D/A x2 XLR (48kHz)
Network
10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ45)
Embedded web server for remote control
User Interface
2 x 20 character display panel, with dedicated buttons
Timecode
LTC timecode input and output via SDI-embedded RP188 timecode
On-screen timecode display on SDI 2 output
Serial Port
RS-422 (slave pinout) / 9-pin (available beginning with version 2.0 firmware)

Connector pinout:
1 GND
2 TX -
3 RX +
4 GND
5 No Connection
6 GND
7 TX +
8 RX -
9 GND
Shell GND
Conversion
10-bit hardware up-conversion:
Anamorphic: full-screen
Pillar box 4:3 -- results in a 4:3 image in center of screen with black sidebars
Zoom 14:9 -- results in a 4:3 image zoomed slightly to fill a 14:9 image with black sidebars
Zoom letterbox: image zoomed to fill screen
Zoom wide: combination of zoom and horizontal stretch to fill 16:9 screen; this setting can introduce a small aspect ratio change

10-bit hardware down-conversion:
Anamorphic: full-screen
Letterbox: image is reduced with black top and bottom added to image area with the aspect ratio preserved
Crop: image is cropped to fit new screen size

10-bit hardware cross-conversion:
1080i to 720p
720p to 1080i
Storage Module Drive Bays
2 (each with eject button and select LED)
Power
Voltage: 100-240 VAC
Typical operating power: 40W
Temperature
Operating temperature: 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C)
Safe storage temperature (with power off): -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Rack Height
1RU
Dimensions
1.75 x 19 x 12.5" (4.45 x 48.26 x 31.75 cm)

(12.5" depth spans from the front panel to the back of the deepest connector)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
11.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.3 x 18.6 x 7.8"

AJA Ki Pro Reviews

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Can the KiPro HDs be reformatted to work with ...

Can the KiPro HDs be reformatted to work with Windows OS?
Asked by: Jonathan
No, the AJA KiPro media is always formatted for Apple HFS+. AJA recommends using the software called MacDrive 11 which is an application on Windows platforms if you need to open and work with drives on Windows. MacDrive is an easy solution for accessing Mac Disks, drives, and even RAID volumes in Windows.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-03-27

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How long is the warranty?
Asked by: Jose A.
The Aja Ki Pro Rack includes a 3-Year International Warranty.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Are the drives included?

Are the drives included?
Asked by: LE
No.
Answered by: tom
Date published: 2019-12-19

Does this require a framesync to record, or can I ...

Does this require a framesync to record, or can I simply plug in an SDI camera and hit record?
Asked by: TC
We use ours without a frame sync and it works very well for us. If you have an unstable source you may have issues however.
Answered by: System
Date published: 2020-07-13

question

Can the Ki Pro Rack record two separate inputs simultaneously?
Asked by: Jon R.
No it cannot
Answered by: William M.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I might be missing it but where does it say what format this records in I see ProRes and DNxHD but is that in: MXF, mov, mp4, mpg?
Asked by: Peter
Hi Peter, It will record .mov files using either ProRes or DNxHD codecs.
Answered by: David S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

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can I record to both slot 1 and slot 2 drives simultaneously??
Asked by: James B.
No it cannot
Answered by: Barry P.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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