Description

Introducing the AJA Io 4K Plus interfaceThe AJA Io 4K Plus is a 12G-SDI Thunderbolt 3 video interface with SD/HD/2K/4K HDR support. It offers a comprehensive suite of professional video and audio connectivity, supporting the latest 4K/UltraHD devices, High Frame Rate (HFR), High Dynamic Range (HDR), and workflows utilizing deep color. The power of Thunderbolt 3 enables the Io 4K Plus to handle a wide range of formats from SD to HD, UltraHD, and Full 4K at frame rates up to 60p over 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 with single-cable simplicity, plus support for HDR10 and HLG via HDMI for emerging HDR workflows. Key features of the AJA Io 4K Plus interface Portable 4K/UltraHD and HD/SD capture and playback over Thunderbolt 3Backward compatibility with existing Thunderbolt hosts12G/6G/3G/1.5G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 I/O for 4K, UltraHD, 2K, HD and SD with HFR support up to 60p in 4:2:2Real-time downscaling from 4K/UltraHD to 2K/HDSupports 8, 10 and 12-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 workflows over 12G-SDI or HDMI 2.0Two Thunderbolt 3 ports allow you to daisy-chain up to six Thunderbolt devices.Integrated 16-channel audio over SDI; Integrated 8-channel audio over HDMI4-channel analog audio input and output via XLR breakoutDownstream encrusterStandard 12V 4-pin XLR connector for mains or battery powerCompatibility with creative applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro,Apple Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer, FilmLight products, AJAControl Room and moreVTR RS-422 command, reference, LTC inputHeadphone jack and level control for mobile environments

Professional connectivity: 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0

Today’s post-production workflows demand speed, bandwidth, and simplicity. The Aja Io 4K Plus supports 4K, Ultra HD, 12G/6G/3G/1.5-SDI, Dual Link, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI, as well as Ultra HD and HD via HDMI 2.0 for both capture and output. The HDMI output also accurately displays HDR10 and HLG to integrate seamlessly into the latest HDR workflows.

Universal compatibility: Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C

The Io 4K Plus provides two Thunderbolt 3 ports to fully utilize the potential of Thunderbolt 3. A quick reminder of the features offered by Thunderbolt 3:Thunderbolt, USB, DisplayPort and power delivery via USB-CUSB-C connector and cables (compact, reversible)With 40 Gbps of bandwidth, double that of Thunderbolt 2Chaining of 6 Thunderbolt, DisplayPort or USB 3.1 devicesCompatible with Thunderbolt/Thunderbolt 2 devices using adapters (not included)

Displaying 4K and UltraHD formats in HD

When working with 4K resolutions, the Io 4K Plus allows you to display an upscaled HD-SDI signal via a dedicated BNC output. This HD signal enables you to view 4K projects directly on HD broadcast monitors during post-production.