Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview - AJA Ki Pro Installation And Operation Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Overview

Ki Pro is an all new way of connecting production and post. With it, you can now
acquire with the same codec you edit with—Apple ProRes 422—in all 4 types
(including HQ, LT and Proxy). Ki Pro simplifies the link between production and post
by acquiring on the best codec for use with Apple Final Cut Studio, from virtually any
camera, regardless of format. With its extensive analog and digital connectivity,
virtually any video and audio source can be fed into Ki Pro. Also included is AJA's
powerful 10-bit realtime up/down/cross conversion, allowing you to record in the
format you want to edit and deliver.
Small and portable, AJA's Ki Pro was designed as a field recorder for creating "ready-
to-edit" professional digital video. Ki Pro supports an Apple "file-based" workflow by
recording standard Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime files on industry standard media. Ki
Pro supports analog and digital audio/video I/O and records on either removable
34mm ExpressCards (up to two can be mounted) or a removable storage module.
Two types of storage modules are also available for Ki Pro: a 2.5" SATA hard drive
(supplied with the base system), or a Solid-State-Drive (SSD) module you can
optionally purchase. When removed, storage modules function as a standard
FireWire 800 drive when connected to a Mac.
Note: ExpressCard storage is not currently supported with versions 1.0, 1.0.1, 1.1, or 2.0 of
firmware.
Ki Pro's multi-purpose mechanical design and small form factor allow both "stand-
alone" and camera configurations. In standalone mode, it can connect to a camera
while sitting on a desk or flat surface. In a camera configuration it mounts between
the camera and a tripod using an optional "Exo-skeleton" frame. The frame option
allows for flexible positioning of the camera and accessories and serves as an
attachment to a professional tripod.
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