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AJA Ki Pro Quad Solid State 4K Recorder

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AJA Ki Pro Quad Solid State 4K Recorder
Key Features
  • Capture & Output 4K / Quad HD / 2K / HD
  • 4K RAW Capture and Transfer
  • 10-Bit 4:4:4 / 4:2:2 Color Depth Support
  • 4K and HD Monitoring on up to 2 Displays
The AJA Ki Pro Quad 4K Solid State Recorder ingests raw footage from a camera, and performs up to all three of the following functions simultaneously: stores the footage to an SSD, transfers the footage to a RAID or Thunderbolt-enabled computer, and outputs the footage to up to two displays for monitoring.
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AJA Ki Pro Quad Overview

The AJA Ki Pro Quad 4K Solid State Recorder ingests raw footage from a camera, and performs up to all three of the following functions simultaneously: stores the footage to an SSD, transfers the footage to a RAID or Thunderbolt-enabled computer, and outputs the footage to up to two displays for monitoring.

Footage can be captured RAW and in 4K, Quad HD, 2K, and HD resolutions. Captured RAW, it can be transferred RAW to a RAID or computer. Color depth supported is 10-bit 4:4:4 and 10-bit 4:2:2. In cases of storing to an SSD, the Ki Pro Quad can record in 4K, 2K and HD ProRes formats, which are friendly to Final Cut, Premiere and Avid. Two SSD slots are available.

A diverse set of connections includes SDI, HDMI, balanced audio, Thunderbolt, and Ethernet. A 4-pin XLR port is also available on the bottom of the device. For monitoring, a 4K display and an HD display can be connected by dedicated SDI and HDMI monitor connectors.

The Ki Pro Quad also usefully features a playback-capable display monitor that would allow you to see what you're recording.

Multi-Function Solid State Recorder
  • Captures, records and outputs 4K, Quad HD, 2K, and HD
  • Supports 10-bit 4:4:4 and 10-bit 4:2:2 / Can capture and transfer RAW
  • Records to edit-friendly 4K, 2K, or HD ProRes files on removable SSD media
  • Features SDI, HDMI, Thunderbolt, XLR, Ethernet and balanced audio connections
Output
  • Real-time transfer of RAW to a RAID or Thunderbolt-enabled computer
  • Uncompressed and debayered output to 2 displays by dedicated SDI / HDMI connectors
Debayer Processing
  • Performs debayer processing of RAW (RAW can further be manipulated by software tools)
  • Debayered image is used for 4K monitoring, scaled/cropped HD monitoring, and on-board compressed storage to SSD media

AJA Ki Pro Quad Specs

Capture Resolutions
4K (4096 x 2160)
Quad HD (3840 x 2160)
2K (2048 x 1080)
HD (1920 x 1080)
Recording Formats
4K, 2K, or HD ProRes
Color Support
10-bit 4:4:4 and 10-bit 4:2:2
Connections
SDI inputs x4
SDI outputs x4
SDI monitor x1
HDMI monitor x1
LTC input x1 BNC
Ref input x1 BNC
Thunderbolt x1
+48V Mic Line x2 (left / right)
4-pin XLR x1
RJ45 x1
Monitoring
4K and scaled/cropped HD monitoring on up to two displays via dedicated SDI / HDMI connectors
Media Card Slots
2 SSD slots
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.7 x 6.6 x 6.4"

AJA Ki Pro Quad Reviews

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question

I'm looking for a device to record live 12G 4K. The AJA KiPro Quad looks like it can record 4 HDSDI inputs, but I don't see a port for a single 12G cable. I love my HD KiPros but if this AJA is not capable of 12G 4K, I need a recommendation for a different product?
Asked by: Anonymous
The KiPro is a fine device however it does not do 12G. Here is one recorder that can. Atomos Shogun Inferno 7 4K HDMI/Quad 3G-SDI/12G-SDI Recording Monitor B&H # ATSGI.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I know this has sort of been answered by Christopher L already, but I want to, uh, narrow the focus. Will the Ki Pro Quad record RAW from a Cion? I know it sounds like a stupid question, but I haven't seen any specific mentions online of people doing this; most of the use seems to be with Canon and Sony cameras. And if this does work with the Cion (it sounds like it would), would this handle the full 4K 120 FPS data stream? I just recently bought a Cion, and it's my first experience shooting anything higher than 1080.
Asked by: David
No, the Ki Pro Quad will not record CION RAW.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

It is compatible 4k with 60fps ?
Asked by: Arjun C.
This is what AJA has to say: The the AJA Ki Pro Quad can do: 4K (4096x2160) p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50*, 59.94* Note: 50 and 59.94 are not supported for recording only for input passthrough. So so while it is compatible, it will not record at 59.94.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Hello, if I will connect Aja Kipro 4K to Sony PMW F3 camera, can I capture 4 K video?
Asked by: Akzhol B.
The AJA Ki Pro Quad Solid State 4K Recorder is capable of capturing in what is fed out the of the camera. The Sony F3 does not offer 4K output but offers full HD output.
Answered by: Richard B.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

With a C500, do you apply a custom look to send out to the recorder or do you just send out Canon RAW? Trying to understand how much flexibility you have to color grade a prores image and if it is better to apply a look in the C500 or just send out raw to the recorder.
Asked by: ROB R.
At this time you cannot 'bake in a LUT for the Canon Log file.What you can do is this: record the video as Canon Log file and apply a LUT for the director monitor as well as in color grading. Log gives you the maximum flexibility for color grading.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

witch cameras are supported ?
Asked by: george s.
any camera that has a 4K RAW output via a 3G SDI cable - Canon C500, Sony F55 for example. Most people use it with a C500
Answered by: Christopher L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

how many video feeds can it record simultaneously? i.e. if i plug four seperate HD cameras into each of the four sdi inputs?
Asked by: Alexander F.
Sorry, I can't answer your question. I only use the Quad to record ProRes files with my Canon C500.
Answered by: Christopher L.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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