AJA KONA IP User manual

KONA IP
Transport, Capture, Display
Version 16.0r1
Published March 19, 2021
Installation and Operation Manual

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Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
About IP Media Transports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
AJA Software & Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Network Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Disk Storage Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
KONA IP Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
KONA IP Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
In This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 2 – Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
AJA System Test Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Shipping Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installing the KONA Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cabling the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
KONA IP Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing KONA Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
NMOS Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
macOS Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Types of KONA IP Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Unicast and Multicast Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 3 – Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using KONA with Professional Video /Audio Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Capture Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
AJA Control Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
AJA Control Panel Operating Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
AJA Control Panel User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Presets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Default Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Controlling Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using Multiple AJA Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Control Recommendations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Function Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
About KONA IP Modal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Control Panel Operation in ST 2022-6 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Control Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Format Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Input Select Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Output Select Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
HDMI Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
HDR Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Video Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Audio Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Audio Mixer Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Audio Mixer Playback Monitor Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Audio Mixer Capture Monitor Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
IP Network Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
IP Input Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Downstream Keyer Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
LUT Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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Timecode Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Presets Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Firmware Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Info Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Control Panel Operation in ST 2110 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
IP Cong Status Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
IP Cong Capture Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
IP Cong Playback Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
IP Cong Editor Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Chapter 4 – Advanced ST 2110 Conguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Conguration Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Initial KONA IP ST 2110 Installation and Network Conguration . . . . . . . 58
Transmit/Receive Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
AJA NMOS Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Transmit Redundancy with ST 2110 via ST 2022-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
For JSON Conguration (Transmit only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Guidance for SMPTE ST 2110-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
For JSON Conguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
For SDPs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
KONA IP Tech Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Appendix B – Safety & Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Warranty and Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Limited Warranty on Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Governing Law and Language; Your Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

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Chapter 1 – Introduction
Overview
KONA IP is a powerful video and audio I/O card for professional IP based
workflows. As part of AJA’s industry leading KONA line of PCIe capture and
playback cards, KONA IP works seamlessly with the most popular creative
software applications, such as Adobe Premiere® Pro, Apple FCP X, Avid Media
Composer®.
Designed as a flexible platform with support for SMPTE ST 2022-6 and ST 2110
uncompressed IP video/audio workflows, KONA IP brings the highest quality
4K/UltraHD, 2K, HD, and SD video and audio over IP to computers running Mac,
Windows or Linux Operating Systems. KONA IP can also support 4K p60 (2SI)
capture or playback, via SMPTE ST 2110-23.
KONA IP is also supported through the very same SDK as the rest of the KONA
family, making it straight forward for developers to make the transition to Video
over IP.
About IP Media Transports
IP media transport can take various forms, with differing capabilities and
requirements. Two basic IP mechanisms are supported by KONA IP cards: Unicast
(point to point transport) and Multicast (single source to multiple destination
transport). Different IP address configurations are required for each of these
methods.
The KONA IP card is equipped with two SFP cages, requiring one or two optionally
purchased SFP modules that are compatible with you intended application.
Other transport variations include:
ST 2022-6
This transport passes full resolution SDI material over a network using IP
technology. Because the content is not compressed, 10 GigE throughput on the
IP Ethernet network is required. The entire SDI signal (video, audio, metadata) is
transported as a single stream.

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ST 2110
This transport passes full resolution SDI material, and so requires a 10 GigE IP
Ethernet network, but the major components of an SDI signal can be transported
separately (for example, only the embedded audio of an SDI signal can be sent to
one location, like a DAW). 2110 transport requires 10 GigE Ethernet switches, or
larger.
Because the separately transported SDI signals may eventually need to be
re-synchronized, a Precision Time Protocol (PTP) server-based network timing
system is required.
SMPTE standards supported by KONA IP:
• 2110-10 (System Timing)
• 2110-20 (Uncompressed video)
• 2110-21 (Traffic shaping for Uncompressed video)
• 2110-23 (4K p60 in or out using both 10GbE SFPs in tandem, no pass-though,
no 2022-7 support)
• 2110-30 (PCM Audio)
• 2110-40 (Ancillary Data)
Because it can be complicated to devise the IP configurations required to manage
ST 2110 transport streams in a facility, AJA supports three configuration methods:
JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) file, Session Description Protocol (SDP) file, and
SDP URL. These methods permit the user to easily re-configure their KONA IP to
acquire the signals they need over the network even if they are not experienced
IP network engineers, provided the JSON or SDP files have been created by
experts and then made available to the user.
For Transmit only, ST 2022-7 is also supported for ST 2110, providing a mechanism
to also provide redundancy in playout for those environments too.
Multiple audio tracks, and ST 2110-23 using multiple video streams, are simplified
via SDP grouping.
ST 2022-7
ST 2022-7 refers to redundancy and / or other packet-level protections for either
ST 2022-6 or ST 2110. With ST 2022-7 two identical signals can be sent along
physically different network paths, meaning that the delivery is protected even
if one leg of the network experiences an interruption or downtime. Indeed, 24x7
operations often have to plan these outages so that maintenance can take place
on one side of the network while transmission continues.
NOTE: ST 2022-7 support for ST 2110 is for transmit only. ST 2022-7 support for ST 2022-6
is for both receive and transmit.
NMOS
NMOS is a mechanism for providing discovery, registration and control in ST
2110 environments. A separate application , “AJA NMOS”, supports automatic
discovery of IP devices on the network, using an app (daemon) that operates in
the background with minimal user configuration. The first AJA device accessed by
the computer running the daemon can be discovered and subject to control by
an external NMOS network control application. NMOS uses the IP address of the
host machine for communications.

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Generally, NMOS works as follows:
• When KONA IP starts up, the NMOS app actively scans the network for an
NMOS registry using MDNS/DNS. If found, the NMOS registry is informed who
the KONA IP device is, and its capabilities.
• If during startup the NMOS registry is not found, the NMOS app continues
to announce KONA IP's presence via MDNS so that it can later be discovered,
and then after discovery, it can be manually registered in the network control
application.
AJA NMOS is not installed by default ("complete") and should instead be selected
through the "custom" dialog if desired.
Once installed AJA NMOS can be set to launch upon reboot or power up. The
applications function is to make the KONA IP discoverable and controllable by
various IP routing and control systems (e.g Imagine, LAWO, Sony). Discovery,
registration and network control are not part of SMPTE ST 2110 but are specified
by JT-NM NMOS or Network Media Open Specification. Two parts of this standard
are IS-04 Discovery and Registration and IS-05 Connection Management.
When the tray icon is clicked (on the Mac or right click on Windows), the AJA
NMOS application offers a number of options:
• View Log - toggles opening or closing of the log window
• Stop/Start Service - allows the NMOS service to be stopped and restarted
without quitting the application
• Enable/Disable Debug Log - enables or disables the generation of debug
output to the AjaLogger and the log window
• Enable/Disable DNS Debug - enables or disables additional DNS debug
information (independent of Debug Log setting)
• Enable/Disable Verbose Debug - enables or disables additional debug
information if the Debug Log setting is enabled
• Select Interface - NMOS only uses one interface to access the registry. If there
is only one interface, then that is not a problem. If there is more than one, then
if auto is selected, it will automatically choose one based on whether it sees
any mDNS messages on one of the interfaces. Otherwise, the interface can be
selected.
• Set Registry IP - allows the registry ip address and port to be set manually.
• Quit - causes the NMOS application to exit"
AJA Software & Utilities
AJA’s KONA software and hardware were developed for powerful integrated
video/audio capture, editing, and production with a variety of 3rd-party
software. With KONA and a qualified computer, you have the ultimate system
for production, post-production, broadcast, and streaming work. AJA software
is distributed as a unified package which includes all the software, firmware,
plugins, and utility programs for AJA’s Io, KONA, and T-TAP products.
Four retail packages are available, one for Mac, one for Windows, and two for
Linux (one package for Ubuntu, one package for Red Hat/CentOS).
NOTE: Support for the Linux OS retail drivers is based on the Linux application used and
comes from the application’s vendor.
To download AJA software, go to the AJA website:
https://www.aja.com/en/support/downloads
For a complete software compatibility list, see the AJA website link:
https://www.aja.com/en/category/edit/compatibility
Frequently Asked Question documents for various AJA products are available at:
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Mac, Windows and Linux Packages
These packages include:
Drivers
AJA device drivers for tightly integrated hardware/software operation.
AJA Control Panel
The Control Panel provides:
• Source selection and control of your AJA hardware
• A block diagram showing the signal routing and processing being performed
AJA Control Room
Control Room is a cross-platform software application for ingest, playback and
output with AJA devices.
AJA System Test
System Test provides accurate and detailed evaluations of drive and system
performance statistics, allowing you to measure the capabilities of your system
for recording and playing back various resolutions and codecs. The application
includes:
• System Disk Test
• AJA Device Test
• Disk + Device Test
• System Report
The application tests Read and Write, Capture and Playback speeds in both
Megabytes per second and Frames per second. The disk speed tests differ from
standard disk I/O performance applications in that they specifically test the
system under conditions typically encountered with video capture, playback, and
editing.
NOTE: Theoretically the best test is to fill your storage disk to 80% and then test capture
at the highest data rate you will use.
AJA NMOS App
Available for discovery, registration and control via an NMOS compatible control
system. NMOS enables the widest possible interoperability for Video over IP
control systems.
Additional with Mac and Windows Packages
3rd-Party Plugins
AJA provided plugins for popular 3rd-party Professional Video Applications from
Adobe, Avid, Apple, Telestream, and others.
Network Requirements
For uncompressed workflows (SMPTE ST 2022-6 and SMPTE ST 2110) a 10GbE
switch is required.
For SMPTE ST 2110 specifically, a PTP clock source must also be deployed and the
switch must therefore also be PTP aware.

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In all cases the switch used must be both managed (configurable) and IGMP
aware.
SFPs are not included with the purchase of KONA IP. Recommended SFPs are
listed in "Specifications" on page 63.
LLDP
LLDP (Link Layer Discovery Protocol) is supported with KONA IP. The Chassis
ID and the Port ID of the first switch encountered upstream in the path from
KONA IP to the network will be displayed in Control Panel within the LLDP Chassis
ID field and LLDP Port ID field. The first upstream switch, in turn, displays the
LLDP information (Chassis ID and Port ID) of the downstream KONA IP.
System Requirements
AJA Video recommends that your system meet minimum hardware and software
requirements to achieve a satisfactory level of performance. Updates to system
requirements are subject to change.
NOTE: See Software Vendor system requirements for GPU recommendations and
additional hardware requirements and recommendations.
See the KONA IP Release Notes, available on the AJA website and also installed
with the software package, for detailed system requirements including OS, CPU,
RAM, and GPU.
For IP installations specifically, AJA recommends:
• IP infrastructure with adequate bandwidth to sustain the capture and
playback of the material you expect to be working with across the number of
systems that are active at any given time
• For multi-seat installations, IP infrastructure that is comprised of fully
managed switches and is in turn supported by a team of qualified network
administrators
• For SMPTE ST 2022-7 implementations, two entirely independent network
infrastructures are required for true redundancy
NOTE: For large scale installations with shared storage, IP, or for very high performance
requirements, AJA recommends consultation with an experienced a system
integrator. A consultant will be able to assist with many important variables.
Disk Storage Methods
To ensure performance and quality, the disk storage system used with
the workstation must be able to meet the demands of storing real-time
uncompressed media. At the very minimum, the disk storage system must be
able to provide and maintain a consistent transfer rate from the workstation to
disk (read/write). There are a variety of system configurations and peripherals that
can provide this level of performance.
For more on disk storage performance see "AJA System Test Application" on page
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KONA IP Features
KONA IP is designed as a flexible platform for supporting various different IP
standards and types:
• SMPTE ST 2110 uncompressed HD video over IP, including Transmit support for
2022-7, thus providing for playout redundancy.
• SMPTE ST 2022-6 uncompressed HD video over IP including support for
2022-7 Transmit and Receive.
• KONA IP can also be configured to use all streams for input or output, thus
supporting up to 4K p60 uncompressed transport via ST 2110-23 (in this case
2022-7 support is not available).
NOTE: NDI is supported on KONA IP in the same way as it is supported on KONA4,
courtesy of running Newtek Connect.
KONA IP supports different operating modes for different needs. By loading
a different version of firmware, you can tune your AJA hardware to the
requirements of the task at hand.
Video Formats
See "Appendix A Specifications" for a listing of supported video formats.
Physical Connection for IP Video
• 2 x 10 GigE Ethernet SFP+ Cages - SFP+ modules (not included).
See "Appendix A Specifications" for a list of SFPs tested by AJA.
Inputs and Outputs
• AJA Desktop Software package configured by default for ST 2022-6 operation
with two simultaneous uncompressed streams on the top SFP (one In, one
Out).
• For ST 2022-7 operation, a second SFP is used for redundant transport of the
other SFP's signals.
• When supporting 4K with KONA IP via ST 2110-23, note that both SFPs are
being used in one direction, either input or output.
• KONA IP HDMI output supports HDR signaling and monitoring for HDR10
and HLG. HLG support is application dependent. Check with your software
manufacturer for compatibility.
Digital Audio Input
• 16-Channel embedded audio
Digital Audio Output
• 16-Channel embedded audio, 16- and 24-bit per channel, 48 kHz sample rate,
synchronous
• 8-Channel HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
Signal Timing
• 1x BNC assignable to reference video or LTC input
• Relevant to SMPTE ST 2022-6 workflows only
• Not used for SMPTE ST 2110 workflows

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Internal HD/SD Hardware Downstream Keyer
KONA IP provides a powerful hardware keyer that can place graphic files with
an alpha channel over video in a selectable matte or the contents of the card’s
framebuffer from a software application (including AJA TV). Key a bug or text
over picture and avoid what might normally be a lengthy software render. Also,
working with these software applications, you can key video that has an alpha-
channel over video input or a matte. For example, you can load a QuickTime clip
that has an alpha-channel (a flying logo generated in the Animation codec) into
AJA TV and then place it over live video coming into the card and then passing
both on to a VTR for recording or broadcast.
ANC Support
KONA IP can transmit and receive ancillary data (timecode, closed captioning,
custom payload) in both SMPTE 2022-6 and 2110-40 modes of operation.
KONA IP Connectors
SFP Cages and Modules
Two SFP+ cages are provided to connect two separate 10 GigE Ethernet Links.
Both links can be bi-directional. Inputs and outputs for most uses will be set up
over the same link if bandwidth allows it.
NOTE: When using ST 2110-23, SFPs are no longer bidirectional and 2022-7 is not
supported.
IMPORTANT: Only fiber SFPs are supported. Copper SFPs and / or emSFPs draw too much
power and may cause damage and / or operating instability.
HDMI Output
A full-size HDMI connector on the KONA IP endplate provides HDMI 1.4b output.
HDMI output also supports HDR 10 and HLG, plus multi-channel embedded audio
(8 channels). HDCP is not supported on the output.
Reference Clock
Methods of providing a reference clock for Video over IP domains depend on the
SMPTE standard in use.
When using ST 2022-6, KONA IP can lock to analog black-burst or tri-level input, or
the incoming SMPTE ST 2022-6 stream. For analog reference, a single BNC on the
KONA IP endplate allows you to synchronize KONA outputs to your house analog
reference video signal (or black burst). If you have a sync generator or central
piece of video equipment to use for synchronizing other video equipment in your
studio, connect its analog composite output here. When KONA outputs video
in SMPTE ST 2022-6 mode, it locks to this reference signal. When connecting
a reference video source, the locking signal should be the same format as the
Primary format selected in KONA software. It is possible in some circumstances to
use an alternate format video signal if the basic frame rate is compatible.
With ST 2110, PTP (Precision Time Protocol) is recommended, but KONA IP can
also lock to an incoming SMPTE ST 2110 stream, or it can free run.
In This Manual
Chapter 1 - Introduces the product briefly, listing features and system
requirements.

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Chapter 2 - Provides complete instructions for installing and configuring the
product.
Chapter 3 - Discusses operational aspects and how to work with 3rd-party
software.
Appendix A - Lists answers to frequently asked questions.
Appendix B - Presents a list of technical specifications for the product.
Appendix C - Offers advanced ST 2110 Configuration information.
Appendix D - Provides important Safety and Compliance information.

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Chapter 2 – Installation
Installation Overview
The installation and set up of a KONA card is simple, and may vary slightly
depending on your system.
For the most up-to-date Mac system requirements for KONA, see the following
AJA website:
https://www.aja.com/en/support/kona-system-configuration/
For the most up-to-date Windows system requirements for KONA, see the
following AJA website:
https://www.aja.com/en/support/kona-pc-system-configuration/
AJA System Test Application
AJA System Test is a utility for measuring system performance with AJA KONA
Video Capture cards. It is installed with the KONA Driver. The application includes:
• System Disk Test
• AJA Device Test
• Disk + Device Test
• System Report
The application tests Read and Write, Capture and Playback speeds tests in both
Megabytes per second and Frames per second. The disk speed tests differ from
standard disk I/O performance applications in that they specifically test the
system under conditions typically encountered with video capture, playback, and
editing.
The theoretical best test would be to fill your storage disk to 80% and then test
capture at the highest data rate you will use, since this is the slowest your storage
subsystem will run while still having some capacity for capture.
Unpacking
Shipping Box Contents
Your KONA shipment includes:
• KONA IP card
As you unpack your shipment, carefully examine the contents. Ensure you
received everything and that nothing was damaged during shipping. If you find
any damage, immediately notify the shipping service and supply them with a
complete description of the damage. AJA will repair or replace damaged items.
If you find shipping damage, contact your AJA dealer or distributor for details on
how to have your KONA card repaired or replaced.
NOTE: Save packing materials and the shipping box. If you ever require service or move
your system use the packaging materials and box for safe shipment.

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Installing the KONA Card
Figure 1. KONA IP Card
The KONA card can be installed into a PC chassis, legacy Mac Pro chassis with PCIe
slots, or into a Thunderbolt PCIe external chassis.
1. Turn off power to the host chassis.
2. Touch the outside of the chassis to discharge any body static.
3. Remove the power cable from the back of the chassis.
4. Open the chassis.
5. Locate a recommended PCIe slot (see the AJA website for slot selection
instructions).
6. Remove the backplate from the PCIe slot.
7. Touch the chassis to discharge any body static.
8. Remove the KONA card from its anti-static bag.
9. Carefully insert the card by rocking it slowly into the slot. Ensure the card
aligns properly with the slot opening and is fully seated.
10. Secure the card in the chassis.
11. Close the chassis.
12. Power up the chassis.
NOTE: Always put a RAID controller and KONA on separate PCIe busses. This improves
performance by reducing bus contention.
Cabling the System
KONA IP Cable Connections
For SMPTE ST 2110 and ST 2022-6 operation, 10 GigE infrastructure can be
connected with either a short (3 feet) Direct Attached cable, or optical fiber cable
with appropriate SFPs.
NOTE: ST 2022-7 for ST2110 is supported for Transmit only. ST 2022-7 for 2022-6 is
supported for Transmit and Receive.

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Figure 2. IP Configuration Example for ST 2110 Workflow
10 Gb Ethernet Switch
Audio DAW Suite
with KONA IP
Video Suite B
with KONA IP
HDMI
HDMI
10 Gb
Ethernet
Video Suite A
with KONA IP
HDMI Monitor
10 Gb
Ethernet
10 Gb
Ethernet
Receive video and audio
streams from multiple
locations for QC or
post-production.
Send separate SDI video and
embedded audio essence
streams over the network.
PTP Network Timing
Receive just an audio
stream for post-production
sweetening, and then
send nal audio les
over the network.
Figure 3. IP Configuration Example for ST 2022-6 Workflow
10 Gb Ethernet Switch
Workstation C
with KONA IP
and KONA 4
KUMO 3232
Broadcast
Monitor
Video Switcher or other
facility destination
Workstation B
with KONA IP
HDMI
HDMI
10 Gb
Ethernet
Workstation A
with KONA IP
SDI
SDI
HDMI Monitor
10 Gb
Ethernet
10 Gb
Ethernet
SDI
Receive live video
from Workstation A,
downstream key and
live re-transmit to a
dierent IP address.
Capture live video
from Workstation A,
edit, and subsequent
SDI playout to facility
through KONA 4 card.
Figure 4. IP Configuration Example for ST 2022-7 Workflow
10 Gb Ethernet Switch
Workstation B
with KONA IP
10 Gb
Ethernet
Workstation A
with Io IP
10 Gb
Ethernet
Redundant
10 Gb Ethernet Switch
Redundant video transmit
to dierent network legs
for redundancy.
Figure 5. KONA IP Card Connections
HDMI Output
Upper SFP Cage
Lower SFP Cage
Reference BNC

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The KONA IP card fits into a standard PCIe slot of a computer or into PCIe chassis.
The end spine has a full size HDMI output connector, two SFP cages (Upper and
Lower), and a reference BNC connector.
SFP Modules
For SMPTE ST 2022-6 and ST 2110 operation, modules inserted into the two SFP+
cages can be used to connect two separate 10 GigE Ethernet Links.
With AJA Desktop Drivers, the Upper and Lower SFP modules are configured
using AJA Control Panel software, using the Network and IP Settings tabs. In most
cases, only the top SFP will be used, providing up to two total streams of SD or
HD video, each with 16 audio channels and metadata, for simultaneous input or
output, i.e. when using SMPTE ST 2022-6. Both links are bi-directional (one In, one
Out). When using SMPTE ST 2022-7, the Lower SFP carries a duplicate of the Upper
SFP data.
See "Appendix A Specifications" for a list of recommended SFP modules.
Inserting and Removing KONA IP Cards
SFP modules must be removed from the KONA IP card before the card can be
inserted or removed from the host. Disconnect the LAN cables, if necessary, and
then lift the lever to unlock the SFP module for removal.
NOTE: When switching between workflows, you will have to load the correct bit file and
go back through your network setup on the card to ensure a successful "mode
swap".
Installing KONA Software
For AJA KONA software installation, go to the downloads page on the AJA
website:
https://www.aja.com/en/support/downloads
Always uninstall previous versions of KONA software before updating your
software. Before installing the KONA software package, ensure that your capture/
editing application is installed as detailed in its user documentation. You cannot
use KONA with a third-party application until the application has been installed
and run at least once on your workstation. Next, install the KONA software
package.
NMOS Installation
KONA IP supports NMOS (Networked Media Open Specifications), using a stand-
alone AJA NMOS application. The AJA Installer does not install the AJA NMOS
application by default. You must select NMOS using the "Custom" option during
installation, and to enable this feature you will also need to manually launch this
application and be connected to a network that has a running NMOS control
application.
NOTE: If you do not install AJA NMOS on your computer, NMOS control systems will not
be able to register or control KONA IP.
macOS Installations
macOS High Sierra (10.13), macOS Mojave (10.14), macOS Catalina (10.15) and
macOS Big Sur (11.x) all have security requirements that may present dialogs
during installation. Please refer to the Release Notes for guidance.

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Types of KONA IP Firmware
AJA Desktop Software can provide the KONA IP with three different personalities,
or modes of operation.
• SMPTE ST 2022-6 operation (s2022) uses the KonaIP s2022 firmware bitfile
• SMPTE ST 2110 operation (s2110) uses the KonaIP s2110 firmware bitfile
Switching between these different KONA IP operating modes requires loading
the appropriate firmware bitfile as listed above.
By default, newly purchased KONA IP hardware will come pre loaded with ST 2022
firmware. Loading the s2110 bitfile will provide that functionality.
Unicast and Multicast Support
KONA IP supports both unicast and multicast operation. Unicast operation is
point to point, from one sender to one receiver. Multicast operation is from
one sender to possibly multiple receivers. In both cases, the sender transmits
information to a location (IP address) on the network, and receivers access that
information over the network using that location IP address. Compatible IP
addresses are required for each type of operation. These network settings filter
the IP addresses so the information is sent successfully to the desired receiver(s).
IMPORTANT: Proper network configuration settings vary, depending on your particular
network environment. Because the process can be complicated, you should
always consult with your facility's IP or Networking Engineering department
before configuring KONA IP network settings.
Listed below are example sets of compatible IP addresses that could be used in
an isolated network to test KONA network operation.
Table 1. Example Compatible Unicast IP Addresses
Control Panel Screen Parameter KONA IP 1 (send) KONA IP 2 (receiver)
IP Network Local IP Address 192.168.10.31 192.168.10.32
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
IP Input Destination IP Address - - - 192.168.10.41
Destination Port - - - 2000
IP Output Destination IP Address 192.168.10.41 - - -
Destination Port 2000 - - -
Table 2. Example Compatible Multicast IP Addresses
Control Panel Screen Parameter KONA IP 1 (send) KONA IP 2 (receiver 1) KONA IP 3 (receiver 2)
IP Network Local IP Address 192.168.10.31 192.168.10.32 192.168.10.33
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
IP Input Destination IP Address - - - 239.0.61.100 239.0.61.100
Destination Port - - - 10000 10000
IP Output Destination IP Address 239.0.61.100 - - - - - -
Destination Port 10000 - - - - - -

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Chapter 3 – Operation
Using KONA with Professional Video /Audio Software
After you install the AJA software package on your computer, you’re ready to
begin capturing and playing back video and audio using your choice of third-
party software. You can go here for AJA software and documentation:
https://www.aja.com/en/support/downloads
For further support information and downloads for third-party software, go to:
https://www.aja.com/en/category/edit/compatibility
Frequently Asked Question documents for various AJA products are available at:
https://www.aja.com/products/kona-ip#support
Capture Formats
When capturing, you can record data in the following file formats:
• DPX
• TGA
• BMP
• QuickTime
• MXF
NOTE: Support by KONA IP of QuickTime for Windows has been discontinued. Instead,
AJA supports ProRes family capture and playback for macOS, Windows and Linux
via AJA Control Room.
NOTE: Other file types can be captured using third-party capture applications such as
Sienna, Softron, Tools on Air, Drastic Technologies, or Quadrus.
AJA Control Panel Overview
The AJA Control Panel is a software application that provides a simple visual
showing how the KONA IP hardware is currently configured and allows you to
make changes. You can change signal input and output parameters and define
the video processing that will be performed.
The AJA software installer automatically installs the Control Panel application on
your computer.

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AJA Control Panel Operating Modes
AJA Control Panel has two fundamental operating modes.
Playback Mode - Used for playing back video files from the computer, usually
with a non-linear editing application (NLE) or AJA Control Room, through the
KONA card to that card’s video/audio outputs for viewing and/or external
recording.
Capture Mode - Used for capturing video/audio signals that are coming into
the KONA card from an external source to create video files on the computer
using AJA Control Room or an NLE, or just for display on the KONA outputs.
This mode is also used for stand-alone video display or conversion when
Control Panel is being used without an external controlling application.
AJA Control Panel User Interface
The AJA Control Panel user interface includes a visual block diagram of the unit’s
current configuration. The current status, input and output settings, and many
other details are depicted in the color-coded block diagram. Below this block
diagram are various controls for changing operating parameters, which will vary
depending on which function screen has been selected.
The left side of the AJA Control Panel provides a navigation list of available
function screens. Clicking on a link (or alternatively, a related element in the block
diagram) displays a function screen corresponding to that topic.
NOTE: Although KONA IP is sending and receiving video over IP, once that data is
decoded to memory it is governed by the same video menus used for SDI and
HDMI based AJA I/O solutions.
Figure 6. AJA Control Panel, Block Diagram and Controls
Inputs
Framebuer
Format
(Primary)
Outputs
Currently
Selected
Function
Screen
AJA Device
Selection
Parameter
Controls

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Block Diagram Area
The top block diagram area of the Control Panel screen is a visual representation
of the processing, if any, that’s currently occurring, including inputs/outputs,
reference source, and system status. Lines between inputs, the framebuffer, and
outputs, show a video path. Where there are no lines, there is no connection; this
can be because an input or output isn’t selected in the Input Select menu. The
lines will also show whether the outputs are video or video + key.
You can click any of the function screen selection links in the left column to view
its current settings or click on an icon to call up its related settings screen. You can
also right-click or Control-click to see context-sensitive information and choices.
Figure 7. Context Sensitive Menu
Color Meanings
All items in the AJA Control Panel block diagram are color-coded to show what is
happening in real time. This applies to both icons and text. These colors indicate:
Blue - Video is same format as the Primary Format (framebuffer)
Yellow - Reference video (black burst or other reference source)
Red - The selected operation cannot be performed
Input/Output Icons
The input and output icons are triangles that together with their color show all
the input and outputs and their status (selected, not selected, input present or
not, format, etc.). A complete video path is shown when inputs and outputs are
connected with lines going to/from the framebuffer.
Figure 8. Input/Output Icons
Framebuffer
The framebuffer is the “engine” where your third-party applications interface with
the AJA device. The framebuffer has a format (called the “Primary Format”) and
color space that it follows, as defined in the linked menu screens or via external
application software.