Chapter 1: Introduction; Overview - AJA Ki Pro Quick Start 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 or Apple Final Cut
Pro X 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 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 supported with firmware versions 1.0, 1.0.1, 1.1, or 2.0.
Beginning with version 3.0, ExpressCard storage is supported (for Slot 1 only).
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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