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Version 10.5
Published: January 22, 2014

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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Guide Version 10.5 Published: January 22, 2014...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AJA Control Panel Overview ........
  • Page 3 Translated caution statements, warning conventions and warning messages ..61 Before operating your AJA unit, read the instructions in this document ... . . 61 Warranty and Liability Information .

  • Page 4: Notices

    Notices Trademarks AJA®, KONA®, Ki Pro®, KUMO® and XENA® are registered trademarks of AJA Video, Inc., ™ ™ Ki Pro Mini™, Io Express™, Io HD , Io and “Work. Flow. ” are trademarks of AJA Video, Inc. AirPort, Apple, the Apple logo, AppleShare, AppleTalk, FireWire, iPod, iPod Touch, Mac, and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Overview AJA's Io XT and Io 4K provide professional-grade I/O for high-end computers. Io XT and 4K are the ideal companion for lightning-fast video capture, playback and up/down/ cross conversion. Designed for today’s workflows, Io XT/4K provides a new interface for video Pro's working with 10-bit uncompressed, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 (HQ), XDCAM HD, DVCPRO HD, stereoscopic 3D workflows, and more.

  • Page 6: Features

    Conversion up-conversion, HD to SD down-conversion and HD to HD cross-conversion. The quality of the conversion features found in the Io XT is virtually identical to AJA's award winning stand-alone converter products used throughout the post production market. The Io XT built-in up converter uses a a full 10-bit path, fully motion adaptive de- interlacing, and large multi-point digital interpolators.

  • Page 7: Io Xt/4K Audio

    AJA software is available for download at the AJA website. • AJA device drivers for tightly integrated hardware/software operation. • AJA Control Panel for source selection and controlling Io XT/4K within either Mac or Windows environment, Input Pass through, and more. AJA Control Panel uses a block diagram to show visually what is happening inside Io XT/4K.

  • Page 8: What's In The Box

    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 Io XT/4K 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: Chapter 2: Installation

    For Io XT, visit: http://www.aja.com/en/products/io-xt/#support For Io 4K visit: www.aja.com/en/products/io-4k#support 4. First install the Io XT or Io 4K driver package (includes the AJA Control Panel) and then finally install any AJA plug-ins for 3rd-party software. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 10: Connecting To Your Computer

    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 XT/4K is auto- discovered as long as it is properly cabled and powered up.

  • Page 11: Connector Descriptions

    When connecting a reference video source, the locking signal should be the same format as the Primary format selected in the AJA 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 12: Installing Io Xt/4K Software

    Io XT uses the modern YPbPr terminology exclusively. Io XT supports three different types of YPbPr: SMPTE/EBU N10, Betacam (NTSC), and Betacam (NTSC Japan). These three formats differ in level only and are configured via the AJA Control Panel.
  • Page 13 1. Locate the Io XT or Io 4K software downloaded from AJA. 2. Double-click the package to log on and begin software installation. Start by installing the Io XT/4K driver package with AJA Control Panel and then finally install any AJA plug-ins for 3rd-party software.
  • Page 14 7. Click Continue to begin installation. 8. The next screen lets you know that the installer will check your Mac to ensure it has the hardware and software resources required (“System Requirements” on page Figure 7. System Check Installer Screen Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 15 Figure 9. Installer Screen, Select Easy Setups to be Installed 11. The installer tells you how much room the installation will take and prompts you to click Install to begin (or go back). Click the Install button to proceed. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 16 13. The installer runs and puts all the necessary Io XT/4K drivers and software on the desired hard drive. When it has completed installation, a final screen will be displayed announcing that “software was successfully installed. ” Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 17: Windows Software Installation

    14. Click the Restart button to complete the installation procedure. The system will perform software restart. 15. After installing the Io XT or Io 4K system driver package, you will find the AJA Control Panel software installed in your applications.
  • Page 18 Figure 13. Install Wizard Welcome When you see the Welcome page, click “Next” to view the AJA Windows Software license agreement. Figure 14. License Agreement Read the Windows Software license agreement and click “Yes” to accept. You will be asked to choose the type of installation you would like to perform. Click on the Custom button to see the installation options.
  • Page 19 NOTE: By default, AJA ASIO drivers are not installed. (If you will be using the Voice-over feature in Adobe Premiere Pro, you will need to click on the pulldown menu and include them in the installation. For more information on using ASIO drivers, refer to the AJA Adobe Plugins Installation and Operation Guide.
  • Page 20 Before clicking Next to install, you can verify your disk space availability by clicking the Disk Usage button. Figure 17. Workstation Disk Usage Display To return to the installation click OK. Then click Next to begin the installation. Figure 18. Installation Progress Screen Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 21: Re-Installation & Repair

    When the installer has completed copying the AJA Windows Software to disk, you will see a standard Windows Logo test warning. Click on the “Continue Anyway” button to finish the installation. When the installation is completed, a final screen will be displayed announcing that “Setup has finished installing AJA Windows Software on your computer.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3: Operation

    “Configuring Quad SDI I/O” on page 48 After you install the Io XT or Io 4K software and any AJA plug-ins to support your choice of 3rd-party software, you’re ready to begin capturing and playing back video and audio.

  • Page 23: Aja Control Panel Overview

    If you work on multiple systems and want to carry your saved setup to another location, you can copy your saved Presets file on to movable storage and load it into any AJA- equipped system (see “Presets Screen”...

  • Page 24: Block Diagram Screen

    On Windows 8: • C:\Users\All Users\Aja\com.aja.devicesettings Block Diagram The AJA Control Panel represents a visual block diagram of the unit’s configuration. The current status, input and output settings, and many other details are depicted in the Screen color-coded block diagram.
  • Page 25 In the top right corner, the Control Panel displays the name of the application controlling the unit. In some cases, applications may not always properly “let go” of the I/O interface as another takes over—you’ll be able to tell by looking at the Control Panel. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 26 Color Meanings: All items in the AJA Control Panel block diagram are color-coded to show what is happening in realtime. This applies to both icons and text. These colors have the following corresponding meanings: • Blue: video is same format as the Primary Format (framebuffer) •...
  • Page 27 NOTE: In some cases the application you use with the Io XT/4K will automatically set the Primary Format, overriding the user’s selected primary format in the AJA Control Panel. Format Conversion: Conversion allows selection of a format conversion between High-definition and Standard-definition.

  • Page 28: Control Panel Operation

    Firmware: enables installation of AJA card firmware. Info: displays status information and firmware version # of the Io XT/4K and how it is installed in the host Macintosh. This information is generally intended for troubleshooting/support.
  • Page 29 AJA Control Panel application and your computer. No applications other than the AJA Control Panel need to be open to convert audio and video from one format to another. For example, if an SD source tape needs to be dubbed to an HD...

  • Page 30: Format Screen

    Figure 27. AJA Control Panel, Formats Screen Format Screen Settings Video Format (Primary and These pull-down menus show the currently selected formats.
  • Page 31 54". NOTE: The AJA Control Panel software uses the abbreviation “sf” instead of “psf” when referring to “progressive segmented frame” formats. In the manual and in other literature you may see either of these acronyms used interchangeably. Visually it is easier to discern at a glance if you are working with progressively segmented frame formats (sf in the AJA Control Panel) as compared to progressive frame formats which will show only “p.”...
  • Page 32 The Io 4K provides a dedicated SDI Monitor BNC that outputs a quarter-size image of a selected UHD/4K signal format. For details, see “Using Io 4K for UHD/4K” on page Figure 28. AJA Control Panel, Formats Screen, Example shows Io XT cross-conversion Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 33: Input Select Screen

    On the Inputs screen you can view the currently selected video and audio input sources and map audio sources to the channels supported by your editing application. Two information panes in the screen are provided: Video Input and Audio Input. Figure 29. AJA Control Panel, Inputs Screen Input Select Settings Video Input: The pulldown menu allows you to see and change what's currently selected and shows the video format that Io XT has detected (if any).

  • Page 34: Sdi Out Screen

    Workflow button choice in the AJA Control Panel. Additionally, muxed stereo output is possible using a single SDI output. AJA hardware and software works in close collaboration with CineForm's Neo3D software tools and CineForm codec to allow stereoscopic editorial and viewing when working with professional quality video editing applications.
  • Page 35 Output (SMPTE 424M) using a single-link transport. RGB SMPTE: When selected, sets the output to RGB SMPTE range video for the SDI output. RGB Full: When selected, sets the output to RGB full range video for the SDI output. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 36: Hdmi Screen

    The Io XT/ 4K HDMI input and output are configured at this screen. For Io 4K UHD and 4K format setup, see “HDMI Screen in 4K Mode” on page Figure 32. AJA Io XT HDMI, HDMI Screen HDMI Output Settings The Source pulldown menu allows you to select either the primary video format (framebuffer) or (if conversion is supported) a secondary one (up/down/cross- conversion).

  • Page 37: Analog Out Screen (Io Xt Only)

    Io XT provides a high-quality analog component or composite + Y/C output, generally used for monitoring. This screen shows the current settings for that analog output, and (Io XT Only) allows you to re-configure it when desired. Figure 33. AJA Control Panel, Analog Out Screen Analog Out Screen Settings Analog Output: Select Primary or Secondary (any conversion applied) for the analog output;...

  • Page 38: Video Setup Screen

    Io XT provides standard setup adjustments for analog component or composite output. This screen shows the current settings for that analog video output, and allows you to re- configure it when desired. Figure 34. AJA Control Panel, Video Setup Screen Setup Screen Settings Analog Black Level Choices available for Black Level are the two Composite analog formats.

  • Page 39: Audio Setup Screen (Io Xt Only)

    This screen shows the current settings for the analog audio output, allowing you to re- configure it when desired. (Io XT Only) Figure 35. AJA Control Panel, Audio Setup Screen Audio Setup Screen Settings Lock Audio Gain To Unity: When set, the Io XT will ignore the third-party application’s gain setting and set the audio gain at unity.

  • Page 40: Conversion Screen (Mac Os Only)

    This screen offers controls that determine how the card behaves with 3rd-party applications. (Mac OS only) NOTE: This screen is present in the Mac version of AJA Control Panel only and not all applications support these functions. Figure 36. AJA Control Panel, Conversion Screen Pause On:...
  • Page 41 RGB Range: The RGB Range pulldown menu allows you to select either Full range (0-1023) or SMPTE range (typically 64-940) for RGB color output. Enable Custom LUTs: This checkbox enables a custom color lookup table (LUT). Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 42: Ds Keyer Screen

    Keyed video can be from the Io XT internal Frame Buffer (from storage, video In, etc.) or from a graphics file that has an alpha channel (PhotoShop etc.). Figure 38. AJA Control Panel, Downstream Keyer Screen Settings in the DS Keyer Screen provide control over how the keyer operates and whether it's turned on or off.

  • Page 43: Timecode Screen

    1920x1080. Timecode Screen The Timecode input: • Selects the timecode stream read for applications that use it (for example, AJA Control Room, when the timecode source is set to “Use control panel setting,” will read the selected stream) •...
  • Page 44 Figure 40. AJA Control Panel, Timecode Screen Timecode Output Settings Use QuickTime Timecode This feature is for Final Cut Pro 7 (or earlier), VTR Exchange, and AJA TV only. When (Mac OS Only): checked, it directs Io XT/4K to output timecode from the QuickTime timecode track.

  • Page 45: 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.

  • Page 46: Firmware Screen

    Note the Installation message shown below. Figure 42. Firmware Update You will be required to power-cycle your computer and Io XT/4K to finish the update. Figure 43. Update Completed Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 47: Info Screen

    Info Screen This screen shows the Io XT/4K 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 48: Configuring Quad Sdi I/O

    Configuring Quad This section describes the AJA Control Panel operations specific to UHD/4K Format selection. SDI I/O Output Configuration: When you use the Control Panel Format screen to select a UHD or 4K format for the Io 4K output, you must also make sure the default output mode (Control screen setting) is set to “Test Pattern.

  • Page 49: Input Select Screen In 4K Mode

    4K Mode can, however, still set input video format options (YUV, RGB, etc.) and set the LTC input usage and Audio Input settings. (Refer to “Input Select Screen” on page 33). Figure 48. Input Select menus. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 50: Sdi Output Screen In 4K Mode

    • 4K Quarter – a downconversion to 2K x 1080 for 4K format or 1920 x1080 for UHD • A single Quadrant (1, 2, 3, or 4) of the 4K or UHD signal. Figure 49. HDMI Output Screen with 4K Formatt Figure 50. HDMI Output Format Select Menu Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 51: Video Setup Screen In 4K

    4K Mode adds the 4K Geometry selection (check box). Like other raster sizes, the Geometries checkbox for 4K needs to be enabled for the format to be presented and in 4K selectable in applications like AJA VTR Xchange and AJA TV. Figure 51. QuickTime Video Output Filter 4K Geometry Checkbox Downstream Keyer The Downstream Keyer is not available for use in 4K Mode.

  • Page 52: Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

    Video stutter during playback. RAID cannot sustain data rate. Red render bar occurs when placing The sequence setting does not match the clip a clip on a sequence. setting. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 53: Updating Software

    If the problem is a 3rd-party software operational issue, Mac system issue, then call Apple Customer Support or the 3rd-party software manufacturer for help. If the problem is an AJA Video Io XT issue, then contact AJA Video Customer Support, see “Contacting Support” on page Io XT/4K v10.5...

  • Page 54: Appendix A: Specifications

    • +/- .2 dB to 5.0 MHz Y Frequency Response • +/- .2 dB to 1 MHz C Frequency Response • .5% 2T pulse response • <1% Diff Phase • <1% Diff Gain • <1 ns Y/C delay inequity Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 55: Audio Input Digital

    SD 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 XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 56: Reference Input Or Ltc Input

    • 2K HSDL (High Speed Data Link) 4:4:4, (2 x BNC) • 4K/QuadHD 4:4:4 (4 x BNC) • HDMI v1.4 • 30/36 bits/pixel, RGB or YUV, 2.25Gbps. • SD, HD, 1080p-50/60, 4K, 2K and stereoscopic HD support Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 57: Audio Inputs Digital

    Nominal power is 30W. However, multiple connected Thunderbolt devices may place additional power demands on Io 4K, which could increase the power draw to 60W. Machine Control • • RS-422, Sony 9-pin protocol • • 9-pin D-connector pinout is as follows: No Connection Shell. GND Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 58: Appendix B: Safety And Compliance

    Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 59: European Union And European Free Trade Association (Efta)

    The product is also licensed for additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace. Warning! This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take appropriate measures. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 60: Korean Compliance Statement

    Korean Compliance Statement Taiwan Compliance Statement This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) CNS 13438, Class A. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 61: Japanese Compliance Statement

    Warning Symbol Hazard Warning Caution Symbol Before operating your AJA unit, read the instructions in this document Warning! Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation. Avertissement ! Lisez et conformez-vous à tous les avis et instructions d'avertissement indiqués sur le produit ou dans la documentation.
  • Page 62 Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (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 XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 63 Achtung! Dies ist ein Gerät der Klasse A. Bei Einsatz des Geräts in Wohngebieten kann es Störungen des Radio- und Fernsehempfangs verursachen. In diesem Fall muss der Benutzer alle notwendigen Maßnahmen ergreifen, die möglicherweise nötig sind, um die Störungen auf eigene Rechnung zu beheben. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 64 ¡Advertencia! Alto voltaje . Esta situación o condición puede causar lesiones debidas a una descarga eléctrica. Aviso! Alta Tensão . Esta situação ou condição pode causar danos devido a choques elétricos. Avviso! Alta tensione. Questa situazione o condizione può causare lesioni a causa di scosse elettriche. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 65 à terra tem duas lâminas e um terceiro terminal de ligação à terra. A lâmina larga ou o terceiro terminal são fornecidos para sua segurança. Se a ficha fornecida não couber na sua tomada, consulte um electricista para a substituição da tomada obsoleta. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 66 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 XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 67 Betrieb vorgenommen. ¡Advertencia! No abra el chasis. El interior no contiene piezas reparables por el usuario. El abrir el chasis anulará la garantía a menos que se lo haga en un centro de servicio AJA o en un local autorizado.
  • Page 68 Cuidado! Para o desempenho correto, sempre ligue o Io XT antes de ligar seu computador e desligue o computador antes de desligar o Io XT. Attenzione! Per prestazioni ottimali, alimentare sempre XT prima di avviare il computer e spegnere il computer prima di spegnere XT. Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

  • Page 69: 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 70: Limitation Of Liability

    Limitation of Liability UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AJA VIDEO BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST, CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA, FOOTAGE OR WORK, OR FOR ANY OTHER INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM,...

  • Page 71: Index

    37 Graphic over Video In 42 composite output 38 Green 26 Configuration 12 Connector Descriptions 11 Connectors 11 H Crop 31 Control Panel, AJA Software 7 HDMI audio output 36 Control Panel, Tabbed Screens 27 Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 72 Timecode Screen 38, 43 Pillar box 31 Timecode Screen Settings 44 Pillarbox 32 timing adjustment 30 Presets 45 Timing adjustment, Control Panel 30 Primary 35 troubleshooting 52 Primary Format 25 Primary format 11 problem symptoms 52 unpack 8 Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...
  • Page 73 29 video path 27 Video+Key 35 VTR RS-422 Control Port 11 VTRs, 11 Y/C output 37 Y/R-Y/B-Y 12 Yellow 26 YPbPr 12 YUV 12 YUV-RGB Conversion 41 Zoom 31 Zoom Letterbox 31 Zoom Wide 31 Io XT/4K v10.5 www.aja.com...

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