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- Page 1 KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display Installation and Operation Manual Version 17.5 Published March 29, 2025...
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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
KONA IP25 Features ........ - Page 4 KONA IP25 Tech Specs ........51...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction
KONA IP25 brings the highest quality UltraHD and HD video and audio over IP to computers running Mac, Windows, or Linux Operating Systems. KONA IP25 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. - Page 6 NOTE: Only fiber SFPs are supported. Direct Attach Copper (DAC) are NOT supported. Other options exist so be sure to match SFP capabilities with the correct fiber type. NOTE: KONA IP25 speed must be set manually in the UI. It does NOT support auto- negotiation. Inputs and Outputs •...
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Page 7: Aja Software & Utilities
IP devices on the network. Generally, NMOS works as follows: • When KONA IP25 starts up, it actively scans the network for an NMOS registry using MDNS/DNS. If found, the NMOS registry is informed who the KONA IP25 device is, and its capabilities. -
Page 8: Mac, Windows And Linux Packages
A PTP clock source must be deployed and your switch must therefore be PTP aware. KONA IP25 utilizes 10GbE or 25GbE SFPs and must connect to switches that support the applied SFP bandwidth. In all cases the switch used must be both managed (configurable) and IGMP aware. -
Page 9: System Requirements
IMPORTANT: Only fiber SFPs are supported. Copper SFPs and / or emSFPs draw too much power and may cause damage and / or operating instability. Reference Clock PTP (Precision Time Protocol) is required for KONA IP25 to function in a ST 2110 network. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5... -
Page 10: Chapter 2 - Installation
This may not be practical in all use cases. KONA IP25 Card Access for Configuration and Control The KONA IP25 card can be connected into various network environments via the 1GbE RJ45 port. These include: • KONA IP25 to Host. -
Page 11: Unpacking
Thunderbolt 3 or 4 PCIe external chassis. IMPORTANT: The KONA IP25 card has an option to use ATX power, if the host PCIe bus cannot provide sufficient power. For customers who wish to use a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 expansion chassis, the chassis must provide adequate power and if necessary ATX connectivity. - Page 12 "Installation Overview" on page 10 for more information). IMPORTANT: If a RAID controller is present, always put it and KONA IP25 card on separate PCIe buses. This improves performance by reducing bus contention. 8. Remove the blank backplate from the chosen PCIe slot, if one was there.
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Page 13: Cabling The System
(Media 1) Lower SFP Cage (Media 2) The KONA IP25 card fits into a standard PCIe slot of a computer. The end spine has a 1GbE RJ45 connector for external configuration and control, and two SFP28 cages (Upper and Lower). -
Page 14: Installing Kona Ip25 Software
During the installation process, you will be prompted to enable the AJA driver. If you do not see the option to enable this driver, it will be necessary to lower system security in the computer BIOS. To do this, complete the following steps: 1. -
Page 15: Kona Ip25 Firmware Installation
KONA IP25 Firmware Installation IMPORTANT: The firmware installed in your KONA IP25 should match the version of the AJA software package. If a mis-match is present, the KONA IP25 may not work and a "Not Valid, device needs firmware update" message will be displayed. -
Page 16: Chapter 3 - Operation
AJA Control Panel Overview The AJA Control Panel is a software application that provides a simple visual showing how the KONA IP25 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 17: Aja Control Panel User Interface
Clicking on a link (or alternatively, a related element in the block diagram) displays a function screen corresponding to that topic. NOTE: Although KONA IP25 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. -
Page 18: Color Meanings
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 Device Format (framebuffer). -
Page 19: Presets
It is the format that the third-party application software will either receive from the AJA hardware, or is sending to the hardware. All icons in blue are the same as the Device Format used by the framebuffer. Also any text descriptions in the block diagram that appear in blue indicate that something is in the Device Format. -
Page 20: Shared Preferences
• 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 startup, Reset Device... or by pressing the Control Panel button. Shared Preferences... -
Page 21: 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 9. Control Panel In Use Message In the top right corner, the Control Panel displays the name of the application controlling the unit. -
Page 22: Notes On Using Multiple Aja Products
Also be aware that multiple input/output streams are only supported by software that is explicitly designed for a multi-product environment. Function Screens Listed below are the function screens for KONA IP25 and what they are used for. Table 1. KONA IP25 Function Screens Screen... -
Page 23: Control Panel Operation
Pattern dropdown list below, or a graphic file can be chosen. • Hold Last App - This selection directs KONA IP25 to hold and output the last frame of video from the last application to control KONA IP25. This can be helpful when operating in an environment where you’re switching back and... -
Page 24: Format Screen
PQ Wide. Format Screen The Format Screen shows the video format currently in use by the KONA IP25 framebuffer (called the Primary Format) and allows you to change it. All throughout the Control Panel, choices are always presented based on what KONA IP25 can do with the signals available and the inputs/outputs selected. -
Page 25: Input Select Screen
Enabling the Follow Input checkbox allows the Control Panel Buffer to auto- switch to whatever is the detected input format. This feature works only if the controlling application supports input-based capture—AJA Control Room for example. NOTE: The Follow Input setting must be set correctly for proper operation. See "AJA... -
Page 26: Video Input
• 7-8 to 1-2 • 9-10 to 1-2 • 11-12 to 1-2 • 13-14 to 1-2 • 15-16 to 1-2 NOTE: This setting does not affect the audio being sent to the KONA IP25's output connectors. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 27: Output Select Screen
• Auto - Automatically selects the output format, based on the input or selected format. • Device Format - Selects the framebuffer format for output. Color Space Sets the color space. Select from Auto or YUV. RGB Range Not supported in current release. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 28: Hdr Screen
Playback. Two tabbed screens are available. The HDR Capture tab settings affect the HDR metadata saved with your captured video, while the HDR Playback tab settings affect what HDR metadata is included in the KONA IP25's SDP. HDR Capture Colorimetry •... -
Page 29: Video Setup Screen
The HDR Playback tab settings are identical to the HDR Capture settings and are inserted into the SDP file. Video Setup Screen The Video Setup screen shows various other settings which will affect how video inputs and outputs behave, and how KONA IP25 interacts with some software applications. Video Setup Progressive Pref... -
Page 30: Audio Setup Screen
"Non-Uniform Test Tone" on page Table 2. Non-Uniform Test Tone Channel # Level Frequency -26.0dB 62.5Hz -22.3dB 125Hz -20.0dB 250Hz -18.0dB 500Hz -16.3dB 1000Hz -15.0dB 2000Hz -13.9dB 4000Hz -14.0dB 8000Hz -14.0dB 8000Hz -13.9dB 4000Hz -15.0dB 2000Hz KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 31: Audio Mixer Screens
During capture operations, the Capture tab is used for your monitoring experience. Controls in each tab are only in effect when KONA IP25 is in the correct operating mode, as determined by the controlling application or the Control Panel application's Default Output setting. -
Page 32: Audio Mixer Capture Monitor Tab
NLE file. Any actual recording level adjustments to Capture or Audio Punch In / Voice Over to Timeline 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 33: Audio Mixer Playback Monitor Tab
Multiple sources can be selected simultaneously. Main App If an external application is controlling the KONA IP25, it will be displayed in the Item Select column and its audio can be selected for playback with the checkbox. AJA Input Selects the audio being input the KONA IP25. -
Page 34: Lut Screen
The LUT screen allows you to create a custom color look up table (LUT) on the KONA IP25 output, for matching a production "look" on a specific display. These custom LUTs can also be exported as .cube files for use with supported AJA devices and compatible professional applications. - Page 35 The LUT file can be named and you can specify the location to save the file. This Export feature lets you take the custom LUT with you and re-import it to another system or location for consistency. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 36: Lut File Format Specification
Once the LUT file is created, you can upload it with the following steps: 1. Before loading a LUT, make sure you are using an RGB/RGBA frame buffer format, and that you have a AJA Video Device that supports LUTs. 2. Open AJA Control Panel and select the “LUT” pane. -
Page 37: 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 38: Reset To Default
Default Use Preference file with the changed settings. NOTE: Clicking on the AJA Control Panel Erase All Prefs button does NOT delete an existing Global Preference file from that shared location nor will it reset the IP Config settings. -
Page 39: Ip Config
Settings 2022-7 Configuration Tabs Configure/update the following by selecting the appropriate tab: "Inputs" "Outputs" "Network" "Global CTRL" "PTP" "Firmware" Status Tab Displays configuration / status of currently selected Input or Output IP channel. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 40: Edit Settings
Edit Settings Click on the icon to configure various input and output IP settings for primary and secondary channels as well as ST 2110-20 Video, ST 2110-30 Audio, and ST 2110-30 Ancillary parameters. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... - Page 41 Inputs Figure 13. Edit panels for ST 2110-20 Video Inputs Figure 14. Edit panels for ST 2110-30 Audio Inputs KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 42 Figure 15. Edit panels for ST 2110-40 Ancillary Inputs Outputs Figure 16. Edit panels for ST 2110-20 Video Outputs Figure 17. Edit panels for ST 2110-30 Audio Outputs KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 43: Inputs
The Input Tab gives information and configuration options for the KONA IP25's input settings via .sdp file or manual configuration and lets you define parameters for receiving inputs to the KONA IP25 from another device on the network. NOTE: The KONA IP25 retail version only supports ANC 1 on Input. -
Page 44: Outputs
Designates specified channel as Control and copies details to clipboard. When selected, control color will change to light blue. NOTE: The KONA IP25 retail version only supports Channels 3 and 4 on Output. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... - Page 45 Figure 21. Outputs (SDP View Mode) Figure 22. Outputs (Multicast View Mode) KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 46: Network
IP Address This is the IP address that identifies each physical KONA IP25 SFP28 or RJ45 link on the network. This field must be filled in for at least one of the KONA IP25 SFPs for KONA IP25 to work properly. -
Page 47: Apply Button
"Ember+" on page 7 for information on Ember+. NMOS Configuration The following controls are available for NMOS configuration with the KONA IP25. AJA recommends consulting with your IT Administrator to properly configure and set up use of NMOS with your KONA IP25. - Page 48 If ST 2022-7 is enabled, both senders or receivers will abide to the same rules. Ember+ Configuration The following controls are available for Ember+ configuration with the KONA IP25. AJA recommends consulting with your IT Administrator to properly configure and set up use of Ember+ with your KONA IP25.
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Page 49: Ptp
Host Name - Default system name. This field is user configurable. Resources • Product- Opens KONA IP25 page on the AJA website for an overview of the product. • Opens KONA IP25 page on the AJA website and presents Contact Support information. -
Page 50: Firmware
Input streams (see "Inputs" on page 43). Firmware The Firmware Tab gives information about the KONA IP25's firmware, and is used to update its firmware. 1. Click Browse, locate the KONA IP25 License firmware file and click Upload. -
Page 51: Appendix A - Specifications
• 4 stream input* * Application dependent Output Uncompressed IP • SMPTE ST 2110-20 • YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit • 4-channel output* • Tx support for ST 2022-7 • Tx senders are Narrow Gapped * Format dependent KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 52: Regulatory Compliance
• Safe Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F) • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F) • Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet) KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 53: Appendix B - Safety & Compliance
AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CROATIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, ICELAND, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LIECHTENSTEIN, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, POLAND, PORTUGAL, REPUBLIC OF CYPRUS, ROMANIA, SLOVAK REPUBLIC, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, UNITED KINGDOM KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity
For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 55: Korea Kcc Compliance Statement
Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... -
Page 56: Before Operation Please Read These Instructions
(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. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... - Page 57 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. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 58 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. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
- Page 59 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. KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
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Page 60: Year Warranty And Liability Information
If the Customer brings a valid claim under this limited warranty for a hardware product or storage module (hereafter, a “product”) during the applicable warranty period, AJA Video will, at its sole option and as the Customer’s sole remedy for breach of the above warranty, provide one of the following remedies: •... -
Page 61: Aja Software License Agreement
1. License Grant. AJA hereby grants you a nonexclusive, personal, non-sublicenseable and limited license to install and use AJA Software on a computer or AJA device. The foregoing license also includes the right to make copies of the AJA Software in... - Page 62 REGARDING NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. SUBJECT ONLY TO THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH IN SECTION 7, YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF THE AJA SOFTWARE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. AJA DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE AJA SOFTWARE,...
- Page 63 No amendment to or modification of this Agreement will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA. Any translation of this Agreement is intended for convenience and to meet local requirements and in the event of a dispute between the English and any non-English versions, the English version of this Agreement will govern.
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Page 64: Index
LUT Gain and Offset Controls 35 Device Drivers 8 Shipping Box Contents 11 LUT Screen 34 Device Format 19 Snapshot 37 LUT Type 35 Digital Primaries 29 Software 7 Disk Storage Methods 9 KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com... - Page 65 Test Pattern 23, 24 TGA Format 16 Third-Party Application 14 Transferring Saved Presets 37 Unicast 6 Uploading Custom User LUT file 36 Utilities 7 Video Input 26 Video Setup 29 Video Setup Screen 29 KONA IP25 Transport, Capture, Display v17.5 www.aja.com...
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