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- Page 1 Io Express Capture, Display, Convert Installation and Operation Guide Version 14.0 Published February 28, 2018...
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Page 2: Notices
AJA® and Because it matters.® are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters.™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
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Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1 – Introduction Overview Io Express is the perfect cross-platform, Mac or PC, interface for anyone who needs an inexpensive monitoring and mastering solution when working with Apple ProRes Formats, XDCAM HD, DVCPRO HD, and more. Portable and simple to use, Io Express is ideal for file based workflows. -
Page 5: Io Express Audio Monitoring
Io Express operates with AJA's Desktop software package, developed for powerful integrated video/audio capture, editing, and production with a variety of 3rd-party software. AJA software is distributed as a unified package which includes all the software, firmware, plugins, and utility programs for the Io Express, as well as AJA’s Io, KONA, and T-TAP products. -
Page 6: System Requirements
HDMI v1.3a RS422 Input Input Input Machine Control Power Supply HDMI v1.3a LTC/ Composite/ Connector Output Output Reference Component Output Video Output Io Express connections are made directly to the unit’s rear connector plate. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 7: Hd/Sd Sdi Input And Output
30 bits per pixel allows full support of the latest 10-bit monitors. HDCP is not supported on either input or output. Io Express HDMI output does not have HDCP, and input sources having HDCP are not supported. The HDMI input is designed to support long cable runs—up to 100 ft. -
Page 8: In This Manual
When Io Express outputs video, it uses this reference signal for locking. When connecting a reference video source, the locking signal should be the same format as the Primary format selected in the Io Express Control Panel. It is possible in some circumstances to use an alternate format video signal as long as the basic frame rate is compatible. -
Page 9: Chapter 2 - Installation
• PCIe Tether Cable Installation Overview The installation and set up of Io Express is very simple. The steps of installation and configuration are discussed here and summarized as follows: 1. Unpack the shipping box. 2. If not previously installed on your Mac Pro or Windows workstation, ensure that appropriate application software, such as Apple’s Final Cut Pro or... -
Page 10: Cabling The System
4. Connect two SDI cables between Io Express and your digital VTR (Digital Betacam etc.): one from Io Express SDI In to the VTR SDI Out, and one from Io Express SDI Out to the VTR SDI In. The Io Express SDI connections have embedded audio so the VTR must be configured accordingly. - Page 11 Embedded Audio Unbalanced Audio In/Out to Monitors RS422 Machine Control HDMI Monitor Adapter Installed Inside Computer External Reference PCIe Adapter (Blackburst) and Cable (supplied) or LTC Input Storage RAID Computer Monitor Desktop Computer Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 12: Chapter 3 - Operation
AJA Control Panel Overview The AJA Control Panel is a software application that provides a simple visual showing how the Io Express 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. - Page 13 (Figure Figure 5. 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) Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0...
- Page 14 Primary Format. A conversion is readily apparent because of the color change from blue. NOTE: In some cases the application you use with the Io Express will automatically set the Primary Format, overriding the user’s selected primary format in the AJA Control Panel.
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Page 15: Controlling Application
Controlling Application It is important to understand that the computer can contain many applications that can use the AJA device (as you switch from window to window) and it may not always be obvious which currently controls it. Figure 8. Control Panel In Use Message (in red) In the top right corner, the Control Panel displays the name of the application controlling the unit. -
Page 16: Default Preferences
AJA device). • Default Global Preference - A preference saved for use as a global default start state for an AJA device that can be shared by multiple users, applied on first Reset Device... startup, or by pressing the Control Panel button. -
Page 17: Function Screens
"com.aja.devicesettings file" described above to this location. NOTE: The "AJA" folder needs to be created manually at this location before moving the preference file into it. On Windows there are two possible shared locations depending on your system: •... -
Page 18: Aja Control Panel Function Screens
Pattern dropdown list below, or a graphic file can be chosen. • Hold Last App - This selection directs Io Express to hold and output the last frame of video from the last application to control Io Express. This can be helpful when operating in an environment where you’re switching back and... -
Page 19: Format Screen
For video stability and proper system operation, you can genlock all equipment to house sync. However genlock is not required for Io Express due to its excellent freerun accuracy. On the Io Express house sync is connected to “LTC/Ref In”. - Page 20 • 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 • Anamorphic: full-screen “stretched” image Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 21: Input Select Screen
Video Input Source The Source pulldown menu allows you to see and change what’s currently selected and shows the video format that Io Express has detected (if any). To select a different input use the pulldown to choose from: • SDI •... -
Page 22: Sdi Out Screen
(Ch 1 and Ch2) are selected in that application. • Choose in pairs from 1-2 through 7-8. NOTE: This setting does not affect the embedded audio being sent to the Io Express's BNC or HDMI output connectors. Rate Io Express digital audio sampling is fixed at 48k. -
Page 23: Hdmi Screen
• DVI - Selects DVI. Use when outputting to a DVI monitor using an HDMI to DVI adapter. Color Space Sets the color space bit depth. Select from: • RGBA 8bit • RGB 10bit RGB Range This pulldown lets you configure video output range. Choose from: Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com... -
Page 24: Analog Out Screen
• SMPTE • Full Analog Out Screen Io Express provides a high-quality analog component or composite output, generally used for monitoring. This screen shows the current settings for that analog output, and allows you to reconfigure it when desired. Analog Output Settings... -
Page 25: Video Setup Screen
• Component (RGB) • Component (RGB-HV) Video Setup Screen The Video Setup screen shows various other settings which will affect how video inputs and outputs behave, and how Io Express interacts with some software applications. Video Setup Progressive Pref This feature is used to default the hardware to use either p or PsF output over SDI when it has not been specified by the application. -
Page 26: Audio Setup Screen
QuickTime Settings VANC Checkbox When checked, the VANC checkbox tells the Io Express to capture and process any ancillary data in the SDI stream. This can include different types of metadata. Applications such as Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro will not capture or output this data through the Io Express if this box is not checked. -
Page 27: Timecode Screen
Timecode Screen The Timecode screen is used to select the timecode stream read for applications that use it (for example, in AJA Control Room when the Timecode Source preference is set to “Control Panel Setting” that application will read the selected stream). - Page 28 NOTE: SMPTE 12M-2 is the updated name and specification for what was RP-188. Output Settings Use QuickTime Timecode (Mac OS Only) This feature is for Final Cut Pro 7 (or earlier), VTR Exchange, and AJA TV only. When checked, it directs Io Express to output timecode from the QuickTime timecode track.
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Page 29: Presets Screen
Presets Screen After configuring the AJA Control Panel screens, you can then save all your settings as a snapshot for later recall, called a preset. In this way, you can organize presets for all your typical tasks, eliminating manual reconfiguration. -
Page 30: Firmware Screen
Preference settings. Clicking on the "Erase all Prefs" button deletes the current Default User Preference file without accessing a Default Global Preference file, if one exists. Current AJA device settings are not altered, but changing any setting will immediately regenerate a Default Use Preference file with the changed settings. -
Page 31: Info Screen
Figure 9. Update Completed You will need to power-cycle your Io Express and your computer to finish the update. NOTE: For correct performance, always power up Io Express before starting your computer and power down your computer before powering down Io Express. -
Page 32: Appendix A - Specifications
• 8-Channel, 16 and 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous Audio Output Digital • 8-Channel, 16 and 24-bit SMPTE-259 SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous • 8-Channel, 16 and 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com... - Page 33 • Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees C (32 to 104 degrees F) • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 degrees C (-40 to 140 degrees F) • Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet) Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 34: Appendix B - Safety And Compliance
AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com... - Page 35 For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 36 Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 37 (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 38 Aviso! Dado que a ficha principal é utilizada como a desconexão para o dispositivo, esta deve manter-se prontamente acessível e funcional. Avviso! Poiché il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di sconnessione, deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 39 Aviso! Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando não é utilizado durante longos períodos de tempo. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore, quali il treppiedi e l'esoscheletro. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
- Page 40 Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado. Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall’utente.
- Page 41 ¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o vendidos por el fabricante. Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo fabricante. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore. Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...
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Page 42: Warranty And Liability Information
AJA Video, with shipping charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer but only if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located. -
Page 43: Limitation Of Liability
No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this... -
Page 44: Index
Erase all Prefs 30 RGB Range 23, 24 RP 188 28 RP-188 Timecode 28 Firmware Screen 30 Follow Input 20 Format 20 Save Preset 29 Format Conversion 14 Screen Navigation Shortcuts 13 Format Screen 19 Io Express Capture, Display, Convert v14.0 www.aja.com...