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Chapter 2 – Installation
Installation Overview
The installation and set up of a KONA X card is simple, but may vary slightly
depending on your system.
Optimum PCIe Slot Placement
Consult your computer or motherboard documentation as to the optimal PCIe
slot placement for the KONA X and Xpand module.
NOTE: AJA KONA X cards can also be used in an external Thunderbolt chassis, for when
NOTE: An internal auxiliary power cable is required for the KONA X card when used in an
Third Party Software Support
For further support information regarding third-party software compatibility, see:
https://www.aja.com/en/category/edit/compatibility
Unpacking
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 X card repaired or replaced.
NOTE: Save packing materials and the shipping box. If you ever require service or move
Shipping Box Contents
Your KONA X shipment will include:
• KONA X PCI-Express card
Your shipment may also include:
• KONA Xpand PCI Express breakout card (if ordered together)
• AES and GPIO* ribbon cable (included with KONA Xpand card)
• MULTI IO breakout cable harness** (included with KONA Xpand card)
• Mini-BNC-to-mini-BNC ref cable (included with KONA Xpand card)
• LTC In/Out Cables (included with KONA Xpand card)
• RS-422 Ribbon able (included with KONA Xpand card)
NOTE: *GPIO contacts on the AES-GPIO ribbon cable require a custom breakout cable.
NOTE: ** The KONA Xpand MULTI IO breakout cable harness can also be used with AJA
KONA X and KONA Xpand Manual v1.0
using host systems without PCIe slots.
external chassis.
your system use the packaging materials and box for safe shipment.
Contact AJA Support for information.
KONA 5 cards.
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