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Io 4K/XT
Capture, Display, Convert
Installation and Operation Manual
Version 15.2
Published June 3, 2019

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  • Page 1 Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert Installation and Operation Manual Version 15.2 Published June 3, 2019...

  • 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

    Copyright ..........2 Contacting AJA Support ........2 Chapter 1 –...
  • Page 4 Index........74 Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Thunderbolt-enabled computers, and other pro video devices. Io 4K/XT connects with a single Thunderbolt cable and provides a second Thunderbolt connector for storage, making them perfect for on set, or in the edit suite.

  • Page 6: Broadcast-Quality Conversion

    "Appendix A Specifications" on page Io 4K/XT Audio Io 4K/XT provides up to 16 channels of SDI embedded audio. The front panels have a mini TRS headphone output with a lockable level control knob. Io 4K/XT also supports HDMI Audio, 2 or 8 channels.

  • Page 7: Aja Software & Utilities

    AJA’s Io 4K/XT software and hardware were developed for powerful integrated video/audio capture, editing, and production with a variety of 3rd-party software. With Io 4K/XT 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.

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    If you find shipping damage, contact your AJA dealer or distributor for details on how to have your Io 4K/XT repaired or replaced. 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.

  • Page 9: In This Manual

    Io 4K/XT. The user is guided through unpacking, cabling the Io 4K/XT, installing AJA & third-party support software, then getting it up and running. Chapter 3 - Discusses operational aspects of Io 4K/XT and how to work with 3rd- party software.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 - Installation

    3. Cable the system audio and video sources, VTR, audio monitor, and video monitor. 4. When you run the AJA Control Panel, you’ll notice that the Io 4K/XT is auto- discovered as long as it is properly cabled and powered up.

  • Page 11: Cable Connections

    Connectors Common to Both Models HDMI Input and Output Two HDMI connectors on the Io 4K/XT provide input and output of HDMI video and multi-channel embedded audio. • Io XT has HDMI v1.3 input capability at 30 bits per pixel that allows full support of the latest 10-bit monitors, and has HDMI v1.4 output capability.
  • Page 12 HDCP is not supported on either input or output. Io 4K/XT 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. when using 22 or 24AWG HDMI cable, or up to 50 ft.

  • Page 13: Installing Io 4K/Xt Software

    NOTE: Always uninstall previous versions of Io 4K/XT software before updating your software. Download Go to the AJA website and download the latest Io 4K/XT driver software containing the AJA Control Panel application: https://www.aja.com/en/support/downloads/ System software updates may occasionally become available to AJA Io 4K/XT owners on our website (www.aja.com).

  • Page 14: Software Package Installation And Re-Installation

    Next, install the AJA software package. If you add Io 4K/XT supported applications at a later date and have not previously installed the appropriate drivers, you must run the install program again selecting the appropriate application support software to be installed.
  • Page 15 6. Click OK and then power cycle the computer by shutting it down completely. 7. After the computer has shut down, power cycle the AJA device by disconnecting and reconnecting it's power plug. If the unit is an Io XT, press the front power switch.

  • Page 16: Chapter 3 - Io 4K/Xt Operation

    Gain Control Connector 1/8 in. TRS Front Panel Operation The Io 4K/XT front panel has the following controls and indicators: Monitor Output and Gain Control A 1/8 inch TRS connector is available for monitoring two channels of audio, selectable in channel pairs using the Control Panel application. Typically used with a pair of headphones.

  • Page 17: Audio Level Meters

    Analog). • During Playback - The sum of whatever sources are being played out via the AJA hardware; i.e. NLE timeline and mix of host system audio output (if applicable). The meter's LEDs are colored to indicate the amount below 0dBfs when averaged...

  • Page 18: Aja Control Panel User Interface

    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.
  • Page 19 A conversion is readily apparent because of the color change from blue. NOTE: In some cases the application you use with the Io 4K/XT will automatically set the Primary Format, overriding the user’s selected primary format in the AJA Control Panel.

  • Page 20: 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 10. 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 21: Single-User & Shared Preferences

    This file exists to immediately, automatically, store preference changes made by a user on a particular AJA device. When any control is changed in the Control Panel, that change is recorded in the preferences file stored in a unique user preferences location dedicated to that particular device and serial number.

  • Page 22: Function Screens

    Function Screens Listed below are the function screens for Io 4K/XT and what they are used for. Table 2. Io 4K/XT Function Screens Screen Functions Control Configure some basic operation options and output timing. Format Select the framebuffer primary video format and any secondary formats for conversion of inputs/outputs.

  • Page 23: Control Screen

    • Hold Last App - This selection directs Io 4K/XT to hold and output the last frame of video from the last application to control Io 4K/XT. This can be helpful when operating in an environment where you’re switching back and...
  • Page 24 Loaded graphic files are retained for redisplay if another test pattern is selected, and even if Io 4K/XT is power cycled. NOTE: A loaded graphics file will not be scaled to fit. If it’s smaller than the current frame buffer format,Io 4K/XT will center it in the frame.

  • Page 25: Format Screen

    NOTE: The Format control is not active when an application has control of the Io 4K/XT. Follow Input Enabling the Follow Input checkbox allows the Control Panel Buffer to auto- switch to whatever is the detected input format.
  • Page 26 • Pillarbox: will produce an image in the center of the screen with black borders on the left and right sides and an anamorphized image in the center • V Crop: will transform SD letterbox material to an anamorphic image Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 27: Input Select Screen

    Figure 11. AJA Control Panel, Formats Screen, Io XT Cross-Conversion UltraHD/4K Down-Conversion Io 4K provides a dedicated SDI Monitor BNC that outputs a quarter-size image of a selected UltraHD/4K signal format while operating in 4K Mode. For details, see "Using Io 4K for UltraHD/4K" on page Input Select Screen Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2...
  • Page 28 HDMI embedded audio supports routing of the first four channel pairs. Analog audio supports routing the first two channel pairs. NOTE: This setting does not affect the embedded audio being sent to the Io 4K/XT's BNC or HDMI output connectors.

  • Page 29: Sdi Output Screen

    DVEs or other professional video equipment. Color Space Sets the color space. Select from Auto, YUV, or RGB. RGB Range Sets the RGB range. Select from Auto, SMPTE, or Full. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 30: Hdmi Screen

    • 2xHD-DL - Dual link HD output transport, using two BNCs. • 3Gb • 3Ga HDMI Screen The Io 4K/XT HDMI output and input are configured at this screen. For Io 4K UltraHD and 4K format setup, see "Io 4K HDMI Screen in 4K Mode" on page HDMI Output Source •...
  • Page 31 • 8 Ch 1-8 - Inputs all eight HDMI audio channels. RGB Range The detected HDMI input video format is displayed and you’re given a chance to configure the RGB range (SMPTE or FULL). Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 32: Analog Out Screen (Io Xt Only)

    • Secondary - Sets the HDMI output to the Secondary format (set in the Format screen) for up/down/cross-conversion). Format Select the video format from the Format pulldown. • Composite + Y/C • Component (SMPTE) • Component (Beta) • Component (RGB) Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 33: Video Setup Screen

    Video Setup Screen The Video Setup screen shows various other settings which will affect how video inputs and outputs behave, and how Io 4K/XT interacts with some software applications. Video Setup Progressive Pref Allows you to choose to prefer p (progressive frames) or PsF (progressive segmented frames) on non-interlaced output.

  • Page 34: Audio Setup Screen

    • 0 IRE (NTSC Japan) VANC Checkbox When checked ON, the VANC checkbox tells the Io 4K/XT to capture and process any ancillary data in the SDI stream. This can include Closed Captioning data, and other types of metadata. Applications such as Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro will not capture or output this data through the IoXT if this box is not checked on.

  • Page 35: Ds Keyer Screen

    • +24dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu, or +12dBu Audio Configure (Io 4K Only) Here you can set up to 6 frames (in tenths of a frame) of delay for the AJA device’s audio input and output. The AJA Control Panel delays all audio outputs—SDI,...
  • Page 36 Audio Out • Frame Buffer - Select audio out to be routed from the Frame Buffer. • Audio In - Select audio out to be routed from the Io 4K/XT’s selected input(s). Opacity (slider) This slider controls the transparency of the keyed video (over the background) from translucent to completely opaque.

  • Page 37: Lut Screen

    "look" on a specific display. Users can also specify their own custom LUTs by creating a LUT file and uploading it to an AJA Video Device using the LUT (lookup table) screen in the Control Panel. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2...
  • Page 38 • Cut and Paste - Right clicking on a displayed number opens a Cut, Copy, Paste dropdown menu for convenient numeric entry. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 39 Users can specify their own custom LUTs by creating a LUT file and uploading it to an AJA Video Device using the LUT (lookup table) screen in the Control Panel. You can create a custom LUT file using most text editors or spread sheets, provided...

  • Page 40: Timecode Screen

    Select from Raw or VFR. For monitoring a variable framerate (VFR) timecode (such as Varicam), you may wish to select VFR for User-bits. Io 4K/XT will detect and interpret the user-bits and display them next to the checkbox. You will see the original framerate (30 fps in the figure below) followed by the adjusted frame padding (two digits reporting discarded and retained frame padding).

  • Page 41: 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 time-robbing manual reconfiguration each time. To save a preset, simply go to the Presets screen and click “Save Preset”.

  • Page 42: Firmware Screen

    AJA software package. You will need to power-cycle your computer and Io 4K/XT to finish the update. NOTE: Io 4K supports two different versions of firmware (UFC and 4K Modes) that have different capabilities.

  • Page 43: Info Screen

    Info Screen The Info Screen shows the Io 4K/XT software files that have been installed on your system. This information may be needed if you talk to an AJA Customer Service representative to determine if files are missing or need updating.
  • Page 44 Above 30 fps, 3G bandwidth is required, so a 3G capable monitor is required.” NOTE: In some versions of AJA Control Panel, the 2SI method is referred to as ‘425’ which is a reference to the SMPTE 425 standard which defines this method.

  • Page 45: Io 4K In 4K Mode Audio Monitoring

    NOTE: On first use, you will need to tell your operating system to use AJA hardware as the default Input and Output hardware.

  • Page 46: Io 4K Control Panel Screen Differences In 4K Mode

    Any level adjustments to Capture or Audio Punch In / Voice Over to Timeline recording operations will either need to be made upstream of the AJA input, or else via adjustments within the main NLE application (e.g. via a pass through mix tool).
  • Page 47 Input Select menu, two BNC connectors are used for input, allowing the other two to be used for SID output. 4K signals report their links as (Figure 18). Figure 18. Control Screen with 4K 2 Link Input and Output Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 48: Io 4K Format Screen In 4K Mode

    25) except a Secondary format is not available. In 4K Mode conversion is not supported, except the SDI Monitor Output that automatically down converts UltraHD to HD and 4K to 2K on just that output. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 49: Io 4K Input Select Screen In 4K Mode

    Source The Source pulldown menu allows you to see and change what’s currently selected and shows the video format that Io 4K/XT has detected (if any). To select a different input use the pulldown to choose from: • SDI 1, SDI 2, SDI 2xHD, SDI 2x4K, SDI 4x4K, or HDMI Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2...

  • Page 50: Io 4K Sdi Output Screen In 4K Mode

    NOTE: The 4K Transport setting also affects the IO 4K HDMI output signal, even if the SDI inputs are not being used. A SMPTE 2Si setting is required for UltraHD/4K HDMI output. Other 4K Transport settings will downconvert HDMI output to HD or 2K. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 51: Io 4K Hdmi Screen In 4K Mode

    For UltraHD/4K formats, an HDMI monitor output Select menu is available to choose: • Primary – the full 4K or UltraHD format • 4K Quarter – a downconversion to 2K x 1080 in 4K or 1920 x 1080 for UltraHD. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 52: Io 4K Hdmi Hdr Screen In 4K Mode

    • Trad Gamma HD • ST 2084 (HDR-10) • HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) - No meta-data for Digital Primaries. Ext. Color Most TV’s require this be set to Non-Const Luma to go into their HDR modes. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 53 Represents the maximum of frame-based average light levels taken over an entire scene, and can be determined in the post environment. • Range: 1 cd/m2 to 65535 cd/m2. • Step size: 1 cd/m2. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 54: Io 4K Video Setup Screen In 4K Mode

    SDI monitor that sometimes views 4-Link 4K/UltraHD inputs, and sometimes views 2-Link or Single-Link HD inputs. All that is required is to re- orient Io4K's output BNC connectors once, and turn on SDI Output Quad Swap. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 55: Io 4K Audio Mixer Screens (4K Mode Only)

    Playback Monitor or Capture Monitor tabs. Controls in each tab are only in effect when Io 4K/XT is in the correct operating mode. When the mode doesn't match, the mode indicator on the right goes red.

  • Page 56: Playback Monitor Mode (4K Mode Only)

    • HDMI - The audio being received the Io 4K/XT HDMI In connector. • SDI Ch 1-16 - The embedded audio being received on the Io 4K/XT SDI In connectors. Host Audio Selects the audio from the host computer.

  • Page 57: Io 4K Downstream Keyer In 4K Mode

    The Downstream Keyer does not support UltraHD/4K formats, but is available for use with other video formats. If this screen is selected with a UltraHD/4K format configured, a “Keyer does not support 4K video formats” message will be displayed. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 58: Appendix A - Specifications

    • HLG Support - in accordance with HDMI 2.0b/CTA-861-G** *NOTE: Bit depth support is application dependent. Check with your software manufacturer for compatibility. **HLG support is application dependent. Check with your software manufacturer for compatibility. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 59 3 TX+ 4 GND 5 No Connection 6 GND 7 RX+ 8 TX- 9 GND Shell GND Size (w x d x h) • 8.74" x 7.09" x 1.65" (222mm x 180mm x 42mm) Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 60: Io Xt Tech Specs

    • 1D LUT Support (Mac and PC) Video Output Digital • 3G-SDI, SMPTE-259/292/296/424 • Dual Link HD 4:4:4, (2x BNC) • Single Link 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 (1x BNC) • HDMI v1.4, 30/36 bits/pixel, RGB or YUV, 2.25 Gbps Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 61 • Hardware 10-bit • 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 Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 62 • 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 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 63: Audio Connection Pinouts

    Analog Audio Figure 24. DB-25 Analog Audio Connector Pinouts G - +G - +G - +G - +G - +G - +G - +G - + G = Ground +/- = Balanced Pair Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 64: 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 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 65 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 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 66 This product meets the requirements of implementation rules for compulsory certification (REF NO. CNCA-01C-17:2010) under certificate numbers 2012010805541543 and 2014010805686912. Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 67 (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 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 68 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 69 è stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona correttamente o è caduto Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 70 CA tipo brick. Advertência! Remova os cabos CA de alimentação brick da rede elétrica ao mover a unidade. Avvertenza! Scollegare il cavo dell’alimentatore quando si sposta l’unità. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 71 Avviso! Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra e che non venga schiacciato soprattutto in corrispondenza delle spine e del punto in cui esce dal dispositivo. Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

  • Page 72: 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 73: 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 74: Index

    Frame Buffer Over Matte 36 Cable Connections 11 LUT Screen 37 Frame Buffer Over Video In 36 Ch Map 28 LUT Type 38 Freerun 24 Ch Map 28 Color Meaning 19 Color Space 29, 31, 33 Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...
  • Page 75 Reference Video 12 Video Setup Screen 33 Match Primary Format 12 4K Mode 54 Reference Video Signal 12 Ref In 24 RGB Range 26, 29, 31 Y/C Output 32 RS-422 12 YUV 13 Io 4K/XT Capture, Display, Convert v15.2 www.aja.com...

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