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AJA Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Guide 3.0

1. If the screen saver is on pushing one of the transport buttons in the middle of the front panel PLAY STOP FF REV REC dismisses the screen saver and returns to the current display A second press or a first press if the screen saver is already off immediately takes action and causes the display to change to the TRANSPORT mode if it is not already displayed Settings you ve made in the MEDIA menus are observed more on that later You ll always know you are in TRANSPORT mode as long as one of the MENU buttons aren t lit STATUS MENU or MEDIA if one is lit then you are in a menu When in the Idle mode the CONFIG and MEDIA set up menus can be accessed to adjust various parameters that control Ki Pro Mini s operation Note that you must be in STOP not PAUSE to access these menus if you try to access these menus without first having stopped playback a PRESS STOP prompt will appear on the LCD display You can tell if the STOP button is in pause if the button is flashing There are certain times when transport controls are locked out For example when ejecting media or entering an IP address the transport controls are locked out until the operation is completed Most other menu functions do not lock out the transport controls At any time you only need to hit any transport button to exit or exit a STATUS CONFIG or MEDIA menu by pushing its button Pressing a transport button sends the display i
2. e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Canadian ICES Statement Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Reglement sur le brouillage radio lectrique du minist re des Communications Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radio lectriques visant les appareils num riques de classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radio lectrique du minist re des Communications du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada MA European Union and European Free Trade Association EFTA Regulatory Compliance Declaration of Conformity This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the European F
3. The following caution statements warning conventions and warning messages apply to this product and manual Warning Symbol Hazard Warning Caution Symbol MA VIDEO SYSTEMS Before operating your Ki Pro Mini 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 a tous les avis et instructions d avertissement indiqu s sur le produit ou dans la documentation Warnung Lesen und befolgen Sie die Warnhinweise und Anweisungen die auf dem Produkt angebracht oder in der Dokumentation enthalten sind Advertencia Lea y siga todas las instrucciones y advertencias marcadas en el producto o incluidas en la documentaci n Aviso Leia e siga todos os avisos e instruc es assinalados no produto ou inclu dos na documentac o Avviso Leggere e seguire tutti gli avvisi e le istruzioni presenti sul prodotto o inclusi nella documentazione Warning Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth Avertissement N utilisez pas cet appareil pr s de l eau et nettoyez le seulement avec un tissu sec Warnung Das Ger t nicht in der Nahe von Wasser verwenden und nur mit einem trockenen Tuch s ubern jAdvertencia No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua v limpielo solamente con un pano seco Aviso N o utilize este dispositivo perto da gua e li
4. 00 02 11 11 42 21 11 22 13 10 Ee SC1ATK9 1080029 97 00 00 04 22 12 21 11 22 25 00 SC1ATK10 1080i29 97 00 00 02 05 12 21 11 22 26 09 SC1ATK11 1080i 29 97 00 00 04 20 12 21 11 22 26 21 SC1ATK12 1080029 97 00 00 01 26 12 21 11 22 26 43 SC1ATK14 1080i 29 97 00 00 19 29 12 21 11 23 10 04 SC5ATK1 1080i 29 97 00 00 05 11 12 21 11 23 15 56 Showing 1 to 9 of 9 clips Playlists All Clips TEST PLAYLIST 0 E 5 P Ki Pro Mini Web Interface All Clips Playlist You can cue up a clip quickly for review by simply double clicking the clip in the list Note that once you ve double clicked a clip to select it it will be highlighted in blue in the list and the first frame of video from that clip will appear on the output of the Ki Pro Mini To play back the clip simply open the Transport page of the web UI and begin playback with the Play button You can even quickly scan material by setting the Media gt Play Media gt All selection so that as you highlight clips for review they will continue playing out of the Ki Pro outputs AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Creating a Playlist In the Playlists portion of the web UI there is a symbol and a symbol above the lists The symbol can be used to add a playlist Simply click on this symbol and when prompted enter a name for the playlist you wish to create Menu Di 94 Reel 001 Filter Status Config M SC1ATK6 12 21 11 22 09 58 aden SC1ATK7 7 12 21 11 22 10 50
5. 1 for each Input Loop Ethernet line mic or lt phantom level _LCD 10 100 1000 TATU ee Display RJ45 for Menus and for Browser Control nd Alerts Transport balanced DO Menu Selection analog and Media audio input Selection Buttons VU Meters 2 Channel Operator Side Operator Side Press in and knob will pop out for easy adjustment LED shows which CF slot is active lt Power ON OFF lights when ON monn AGS unu AAT lt Head Play Stop Record Phone Reverse Forward Jack Transport Buttons Audio Head Menu aap Phone Menu Select and Adjust Level Volume Category Buttons Adjustment Press in and Buttons 2 Channel volume adjust Choose Active knob will pop out CF Media Slot for easy adjustment Button Detail Ki Pro Mini Operator Side front panel The Operator Side of Ki Pro Mini features a variety of buttons knobs jacks and indicators for operating Ki Pro Mini directly Each of the items found on the Operator Side are described here and on the following pages This side is referred to as the Operator Side because when mounted to a camera it matches the operator side of the camera When controlling camera features you ll also be looking at all the Ki Pro Mini control features for ease of use The front panel of Ki Pro Mini operates in two modes the TRANSPORT mo
6. Clip Name A230 C001 0714S5W Take 001 Timecode Value 20 11 05 12 Within the Ki Pro Mini instead of using the 17 0 Reel Name that is set to 001 within the menu parameter the Reel Name that is written to the file is A230 The full file name is A230 C001 0714SW OOlinstead of using the standard clip naming convention produced by the MEDIA menu parameters 17 0 17 2 17 3 17 4 and 17 5 which would have produced a file named SC1ATK1 Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus The timecode value of 20 11 05 12 is produced instead of using the CONFIG menu parameters of 8 0 8 1 and 8 2 which might have produced a timecode value of 01 00 00 00 in the recorded file Additionally ifa start stop flag is present in the ancillary data then instead of the value selected in CONFIG menu parameter 8 3 Arm Recording the starting and stopping is produced by the start stop flag of the camera the Rec Key is always a viable selection even when the Camera Data parameter is selected To avoid confusion the various CONFIG or MEDIA menu parameters do not change the changes only affect the file written to the media Furthermore if a piece of metadata is missing such as Reel Name the Ki Pro Mini will write all other parameters and use the standard setting for a value for which no ancillary metadata was found This means in some cases that a file could have a clip name associated to the camera recording but th
7. Korea KCC Compliance Statement 89 Taiwan Compliance Statement 89 Japanese Compliance Statement e ccc cee eee hee 89 Translated caution statements warning conventions and warning messages 89 Before operating your Ki Pro Mini unit read the instructions in this document 90 Overview Chapter 1 Introduction Q6 20 80895 nuw AAG d unm AS Mit min oo Ki Pro Mini is an all new way of connecting production and post using the same codec you edit with Apple ProRes 422 for acquisition Ki Pro Mini offers a miniature form factor that makes for the smallest camera and 10 bit recorder package available The smallest member of the Ki Pro family Ki Pro Mini is still powerful supporting all four types of Apple ProRes 422 including HQ LT and Proxy Ki Pro Mini 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 any SDI or HDMI camera regardless of format With its high quality digital connectivity you ve got the perfect portable digital onset capture solution AJA s Ki Pro Mini was designed as a miniature field recorder for creating ready to edit professional digital video Ki Pro Mini supports an Apple file based workflow by recording standard Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime files on industry standard Compact Flash CF medi
8. LOSS OF VIDEO superimposed over color bars will appear Be sure to check your source and video connections if you are experiencing a loss of video 32 0 Loss of Video Stop Rec default Recording stops when video is lost Cont Rec Recording continues when video is lost 41 1 VIDEO SG FRMT This parameter determines the video format output from Ki Pro Mini s internal test signal generator This parameter is used with parameter 41 2 to determine the type of video test signal output by Ki Pro Mini 41 1 525i 29 97 default Select the video format desired for test signal output VIDEO SG FRMT 625i 25 720p 50 720p 59 94 1080p 23 98 1080i 25 1080i 29 97 720p 60 1080PsF 23 98 1080PsF 24 1080i 30 1080p 24 1080p 25 1080p 29 97 41 2 VIDEO SG This parameter determines the video signal output from Ki Pro Mini s internal test signal generator This parameter is used with parameter 41 1 to determine the type of video test signal output by Ki Pro Mini 41 2 OFF default Turn test signal output OFF VIDEO SG Black Video test signal output is color black 75 Bars Video test signal output is 75 color bars This 75 amplitude 100 saturation test signal is useful to check low frequency response and video tilt as well as the performance of video clamping 100 Bars Video test signal output is 100 color bars This 100 white full field bars test signal is helpful to check chroma amplitude versus overall vide
9. 15 3 PLAYLIST This parameter displays the name of the selected playlist 15 3 PLAYLIST variable The name of the selected playlist appears If no playlist is selected via the web UI controls then no name appears The user cannot select or create playlists from the front panel UI these tasks are handled using the web UI 16 1 FORMAT MEDIA This parameter is used to format the currently selected CF card 16 1 KEEP MEDIA default No action do not format the CF card selected FORMAT MEDIA FORMAT MEDIA Format the selected CF card you will be prompted Confirm Erase S1 or Confirm Erase S2 Hold up Adjust button to confirm 16 2 DELETE CLIPS This parameter can be used to delete all of the clips on the media 16 2 KEEP CLIPS default No action do not delete clips DELETE CLIPS DELETE ALL Delete all clips on the storage device when DELETE CLIPS is pressed or Adjust up arrow is pressed and held for 2 seconds Ki Pro Mini CF cards can be used to hold data other than Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime recordings If other files are saved to a card they should be placed outside of the AJA folder Any material inside of the AJA folder will be erased if a MEDIA gt Delete Clips gt DELETE ALL is performed 17 0 REEL NAME This parameter determines the reel name associated with all clips generated while using this setting The reel name is a number between 001 and 999 It is historically linked to the naming
10. Note the STATUS button will blink if there is an active alarm condition Ki Pro Mini features a variety of alarms to help you diagnose the condition of the unit possible configuration issues or possible signal issues Here is a list of warning messages and their meaning WARNING Input Format Changed prompt appears if a recording is started and the signal is lost or changed If this occurs Ki Pro Mini stops the recording that is in progress unless the Loss of Video CONFIG menu parameter is set to continue recording WARNING Record Format may appear if there is no video input to Ki Pro Mini No recording will be performed in this state Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual STATUS menus WARNING A V Mismatch may appear if SDI video is selected and HDMI audio is selected or vice versa Embedded audio via SDI or HDMI must be matched to the video source Analog audio can be used with any video input WARNING Dropped Frames may appear if media is underperforming and cannot keep up with the data rate required to make a recording or perform a playback If you see this prompt during recording you might consider backing up your current recordings and formatting the media For playback you might simply re attempt playback WARNING SDI VFR Mismatch will appear if you have set the video input to something other than SDI when parameter 1 1 is set to VFR as only the SDI input provides the appropriate data for VFR suppo
11. Power 18W at 12Vdc 15W typical Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Physical WK Physical Weight 1 262 Ibs 0 572 kg Dimensions see drawing below 3 46 in BO A 1 4 20 UNC THREAD VIDEO SYSTEMS Appendix B Safety amp Compliance Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance Notices Class A Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital Statement device pursuant to Part 15 Subpart B of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commericial installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
12. Status Record Type Normal Serial Number Config 48000340 Media Transport 1080p Playback Presets Network Firmware Super Out Network rol Playlists OO AJA Ki Pro 2 Video Input a All Clips AJA Ki Pro 3 Ki Pro Mini 1 Software Version 3 0 0 82 Connection Status Connected CP_Playlist1 Audio Input Audio Channels 2 Channels Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Alarms Display Update Firmware Screen HA VIDEO SYSTEMS VIDEO SYSTEMS The Update Firmware screen allows you to update your Ki Pro Mini to later versions of software as they are issued by AJA and posted on the website When software updates are released they often contain new features improvements and bulletins that may be very useful We suggest checking the website when you have time Current Firmware Version 3 0 0 82 Upload New Firmware You are uploading new firmware to the Ki Pro Mini After the new firmware is uploaded it will be verified and the version number of the firmware will be displayed You will then be asked if the firmware should be committed to internal flash memory After the firmware has been committed to flash you will be asked to confirm a reboot of the Ki Pro Mini Note Your settings and configuration will remain as they are now Upon confirming a reboot you will be redirected to the front page of the web UI and when the new software is up and running this web UI will start working again The progress meter
13. analog audio input Ki Pro Mini Connectors Connections HDMI v1 3 video with embedded audio 2 channels input 8 channels output 1x connector for input and 1x connector for output HD SD SDI Input and Output with 8 channel embedded audio 2x BNC 2 channel balanced analog audio Inputs 2x XLR Line Mic Level Switch analog XLR audio input level LANC loop for external control e LTC Input BNC e 10 100 1000 Ethernet LAN LTC Timecode Input One BNC provides connection to the house LTC timecode generator or source This connection is high impedance Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Controls and Connectors SDI Input and Outputs Two BNC connectors are provided for SDI input and output SDI input and output supports SD SDI and HD SDI video and embedded 24 bit digital audio If your camera has multiple outputs look to see if it has SDI and use it where possible for the highest quality HDMI Two HDMI connectors provide for input and output of HDMI compatible video version 1 3 and multi channel embedded audio HDCP is not supported on either input or output only original material such as that generated by a camcorder is an acceptable HDMI source The HDMI input is designed to support long cable runs up to 100 feet 30 48m when using 22 or 24AWG HDMI cable or up to 50 feet 15 24m using 28 or 30AWG HDMI cable The HDMI output supports standard HDMI cables only HDMI formats supported 525i
14. be used Refer to Custom Clip Naming in Chapter 3 for greater detail Use Custom Clip Name 19 2 This parameter allows you to enter a custom clip name Once entered you ll have to click the Apply button for it to take effect Use Custom Clip Take 19 3 This parameter enables or disables whether a custom clip take name can be used Refer to Custom Clip Naming in Chapter 3 for greater detail Caution If a custom clip name is not changed and the Custom Clip Take parameter is not enabled an existing clip can be overwritten on the disk Example the first recording made is called Flying and the Custom Clip Take parameter is not enabled additionally the user does not enter a new value for the custom clip name and leaves Flying entered As a result the first recording will be overwritten by the second recording AJA does not typically recommend disabling the use of the custom clip take but in some situations overwriting an existing file may be desirable Note the selection of the Custom Clip Take is only possible via the web Ul and it does not survive reboots Custom Take 19 4 This parameter allows you to define a custom take number Once entered you ll have to click the Apply button for it to take effect To enter a specific value click on the number to highlight it type in a value and press Enter to confirm the new value You may also click and drag on the slider to make adjustments To increment by single val
15. 2 1 Video Input 2 2 Audio Input and 8 0 TC In to HDMI 8 1 TC VALUE This parameter selects an hour for timecode to start 8 1 00 00 00 00 to Use the ADJUST buttons to select a timecode hour TC VALUE 23 00 00 00 For example 01 00 00 00 02 00 00 00 etc Default 01 00 00 00 8 2 TC TYPE This parameter selects drop frame or non drop frame timecode Note If the TC In is SDIRP188 HDMI or LTC the TC Type selection does not apply TC Type only applies to the TC Value or the Time of Day value generated by Ki Pro Mini NDF default Selects Non drop Frame timecode DF Selects Drop Frame timecode 8 3 ARM RECORDING This parameter selects how recording will begin either by pressing the physical record button or web Record button via incrementing start stop timecode values or via a LANC signal Ifarm recording on timecode parameters 8 0 8 1 and 8 2 must be set to a qualified source and type of timecode Timecode that starts and stops such as is produced by record run timecode should be used freerun timecode is not viable for this feature since it does not produce start and stop values If arm recording using LANC you must have a LANC enabled device connected A LANC controller can be connected to the Ki Pro Mini and then looped out to the camera hitting record on the LANC controller will cause both the camera and the Ki Pro Mini to begin recording Important you cannot simply have a LANC contro
16. El eee ee eee Tey eer tree ere las 35 STATUS MENUS AAA AAA 35 rs A RR dT ra TRR T ATR Hr 35 A ee 36 MEDIA Eeer Re EE 38 Media EIERE 38 12 1 Media State soci ii 38 TA T ENCODE TYPE qa oo oia 39 15 1 PLAY MEDIA od a a 52 peas SUCRE S RER cane REA EE ARE ME pK ERE E NE M RM 39 15 2 LOOP PLAY E 39 E E d BC KEE 39 To T FORMAT MEDIA EE 39 16 2 DELETE CLIPS EE 40 IAO REELNAME meae IN 40 17 2 CUP TEE 40 Clip Naming Two Examples EE 40 173 CLIP NUMBER a to 41 MACH APPEND Sara a 42 175 ALPHA APPEN D aristas 42 118 KEE 42 Custom Clip Naming ori A A A 42 Bebe te HE 43 192 CUSTOM NAME ee EE EE a Seege 43 TOA STOM TANE ironia naaa 43 22 1 GANG CLIP NAMES urraca oia 43 ERNEIEREN riera ria a is 44 CONFIG Menu Parameters a ege e ir o I EE EGRE XE EI d 44 del RECORDTVPE viaria 44 1 3 1080p PLAYBACK reisine eeen e e a a 45 Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Table of Contents UI SUPER QUIT traca alla adul ars 45 A A Saa 45 22 AUDIOANP UM Sete eet dree drid 45 2 3 AUDIO CHANNELS 5 7 etre erre vr yer ER E e TR Rd 46 A ANALOG AUDIO a a aR a RD ER EPI 46 GJ GENEOCK odis Lost re AER ie te E uM uU Eia Eua ie 46 SO TC INA I Eust NA 47 8 1 TO VALUE ts 47 B2 dC TYPE xod piece ea eee O be CURED ER E talk tee 47 8 3 ARM RECORDING ae Ae te iL toon dedi ee ta aad 47 IS CAMERA DAT Reuss E E aH Mn Aba E 48 Important Notes About The Various Cameras Supported by 13 1 49 ERS U
17. agli utenti verr richiesto di adottare tutte le misure necessarie per porre rimedio alle interferenze a proprie spese Warning Disconnect the external AC power supply line cord s from the mains power before moving the unit Avertissementp Retirez le ou les cordons d alimentation en CA de la source d alimentation principale lorsque vous d placez l appareil Warnung Trennen Sie die Wechselstrom Versorgungskabel vom Netzstrom bevor Sie das Ger t verschieben Advertencia Cuando mueva la unidad desenchufe de la red el ctrica el los cable s de la fuente de alimentaci n CA tipo brick Advert ncia Remova os cabos CA de alimentac o brick da rede el trica ao mover a unidade Avvertenza Scollegare il cavo dell alimentatore quando si sposta l unit Hazard Warning High Voltage This situation or condition can cause injury due to electric shock Avertissement Tension lev e Cette situation ou condition peut causer des blessures dues un choc lectrique Warnung Hochspannung Diese Situation oder Bedingung kann zu Verletzungen durch Stromschlag f hren Advertencia Alto voltaje Esta situaci n o condici n puede causar lesiones debidas a una descarga el ctrica Aviso Alta Tens o Esta situa o ou condi o pode causar danos devido a choques el tricos Avviso Alta tensione Questa situazione o condizione pu causare lesioni a causa di scosse elettriche Warning Only use attachments and ac
18. and reopen the list Playlists Screen The Playlists All Clips screen allows you to see at a glance all of the clips on the currently selected media You can also create new playlists consisting only of the clips you choose 1 Click add below the Playlists heading and enter a name for the new playlist 2 Next to select a clip to be added to a playlist double click the clip in the All Clips list to select it you will know when it is selected as it will be highlighted in blue 3 Next click and drag the selected clip onto the playlist You can also drag multiple clips by clicking the check boxes to the left of the names of the clips you want to copy before dragging them Note that during the click and drag operation a filmstrip icon will appear only in some browsers and it will disappear once you have added the clip to the list You will also see the Playlist being added to highlighted in green when the addition is made 4 After adding the clips you want click the playlist name to open the playlist the clips you added will be listed You can reorder the clips if you want by simply double clicking to select them and then dragging them to the order you want Note again that while clicking and dragging the filmstrip icon will appear and the operation will highlight the order in green Note You can only bring clips up in order not down in order This means that if you want a clip to appear later in the order you need to move
19. equipment c caused by the use of non AJA Video parts or supplies d if the product has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such a modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product or e resulting from being dropped or otherwise subjected to undue force exposure to moisture or other corrosive or conductive substances exposure to strong magnetic fields use with improperly regulated power supplies exposure to electric shock use in temperatures outside the specified operating range or otherwise failing to treat the product in accordance with the standard of care appropriate to sensitive and delicate electronic equipment EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE AJA VIDEO AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM IN THEIR ENTIRETY ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AJA VIDEO S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TIMELY REPORTED DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE WHOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY CUSTOMER IS PROVIDED Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Limited Warranty THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED STATED OR WARRANTED TO OPERATE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS THE SOLE OR PRIMARY DATA SOURCE OR TARGET FOR CRITICAL DATA AND THAT IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO IMPLEMENT REDUNDANT CAPTURE AND BACKUP SYSTEMS AS APPROPRIATE Limitation
20. is included Registration Sheet allows you to register by mail or online details provided Please save all packaging for shipping the Ki Pro Mini should you wish to do so when moving or sending it in for service Ki Pro a Installation and Operation Manual Ki Pro Mini in PDF format on CD Documentation CD Ki Pro Mini Quickstart Guide and any Late Breaking Bulletins AC Adaptor and Line Cord Ki Pro Mini Recorder a50 o o open AAT W Y Y N A e O ww AA Ki Pro Mini Shipping Box Contents Warning Only use attachments and accessories specified and or sold by the manufacturer Warning Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation Warning Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual System Requirements System Requirements The Ki Pro Mini records and plays Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime files to from industry standard Compact Flash CF cards Files are stored on the CF cards using the Apple HFS file system This makes the cards readable on any Mac natively using an attached CF card reader and PCs using 3rd party software that can read HFS formatted drives MacDrive for example CF Card CF cards used must have a satisfactory level of performance AJA recommends
21. of UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AJA VIDEO BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST Liability CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA FOOTAGE OR WORK OR FOR ANY OTHER INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT WHETHER RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE FAILURE OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER EVEN IF AJA VIDEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AJA VIDEO S LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT SHALL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT VIDEO SYSTEMS Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents lee GET EE 2 A EEN 2 Contacting SUDDOTE EE 2 Limited Warranty EE 2 Limitation OF AAA A EE EEEE 3 Table Of Contents x eaa YT aer ie cid 5 Chapter T Introduction ia sss s s s e AR AA 9 EEN eege EN Ee eege 9 FEAS e a A is 10 AA EE 10 le EE 10 OPTIONS EE 10 Apple ProRes 422 Advantages cece cece cece cee narco nora 11 Whats In Dh BOX oras rea CERE aan SERA AR RR NS 12 System Requirements ss eec PUpE EO eI oboe ii 13 CF Card Recommendations EE 13 Ki Pro Mini ODUOTS EE 13 Mounting NEE ia a 13 Stand and Adapter Cable A ARA 13 e Re Manta paraa ds 13 Chapter 2 Getting Started i conil s sss E E ERR ERO ERN EE ee 15 eU JUI 15 Controls and Connectors i i es d dc er ERE RT Nie RE dE AREE ERES REPEAT R
22. on the Ki Pro Mini front visual display so you can see exactly what the Ki Pro Mini operator camera person is seeing INN P pru r VIDEO SYSTEMS Menu Q Connection e Status Serial Number Config Clip Clip1 ATK6 S1 94 48000340 Media Software Version aera Reel 001 00 00 00 00 3 0 0 82 Presets Connection Status Network Connected Firmware A ZS AJA Ki Pro 2 All Clips CP_Playlist1 AJA Ki Pro 3 Ki Pro Mini 1 Show Gang View Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Transport Screen STOP Wi Press STOP to end playback or a media operation PLAY FF REV or RECORD When stopped Ki Pro Mini displays the current point in the stopped clip STOP can also be considered a pause button A double press of the STOP button will return Ki Pro Mini to an E to E state PLAY gt Press PLAY to begin forward playback of the current clip at normal speed RECORD Press the red RECORD button to begin recording Once in RECORD mode all other transport buttons are locked out except the STOP button FFWD gt gt Press button to begin fast playback of the current clip at 2x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When fast forwarding audio is muted Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet REV lt lt Pressing REV when not lit begins playback of the current clip in reverse at 1x speed S
23. presets If you export multiple files a number gets appended to ensure a unique file name Import Presets 1 20 Lets you browse for and import a previously exported all presets file from your computer A dialog box warns you that the operation will overwrite all 20 current preset contents with the contents stored in the file Recall Factory Preset Recall Factory Preset recalls all editable video and audio parameters to their factory default settings Individual presets user preferences and Network settings such as the IP Address are not affected See Using Presets on page 80 at the end of this chapter for an additional tutorial on working with presets E VIDEO SYSTEMS Network Screen This screen contains all of the information required to set up Ki Pro Mini TCP IP networking The screen also shows all Ki Pro Minis that are on the same LAN as the Ki Pro Mini the web browser is currently communicating with Note Ki Pro Mini IP Address and netmask fields filter keystrokes and only allow legal characters The Ki Pro Mini also checks the format of the entry to ensure it is valid if found to be invalid the background of the IP Address or netmask will turn red If you click the Update button while an invalid entry exists in one of the these fields Ki Pro Mini will display an error dialog you must correct the error before updating AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Menu Ki Pro Mini 1 Status Status Eu Im AAA Serial Number Config werk COn
24. produced has an accuracy of 1 frame RED One firmware version 31 6 16 or later is required for proper operation Canon XF Because the Camera Data parameter requires the use of SDI only the XF series cameras that feature SDI outputs can be used with this feature These cameras provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values but not clip naming Canon C300 These cameras provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values but not clip naming The Canon EOS C300 outputs 1080i by default but can produce true progressive video within this interlaced output The extraction of 1080p 23 98 from within 1080i 29 97 and 1080p 24 from within 1080i 30 is automatic if the camera is properly configured and the Camera Data selection is set to Canon C300 users do not need to manually set the Record Type parameter separately However for 1080p 25 that is output as 1080i 25 and 1080p 29 97 that is output as 1080i 29 97 from the camera users need to manually select PsF in the Record Type 1 1 menu parameter even if they have selected the Canon C300 in the Camera Data parameter This selection is required because there is no ancillary data that indicates these frame rates within the SDI output of the camera 32 0 Loss of Video This parameter selects whether recording continues when valid video is not present Note If CONT Rec is selected and a loss of video is encountered a graphic with the text
25. same LAN and DHCP enabled type the IP address you noted in step 1 into the browser address bar You should now see Ki Pro Mini s browser status screen If Ki Pro Mini cannot get an address from the DHCP server on the LAN while Ki Pro Mini is set to DHCP via parameter 50 1 it will then automatically drop back to a preset factory IP address of 192 168 0 2 In this instance you can follow these alternate steps to communicate with Ki Pro Mini 1 Set the computer s Ethernet IP address to 192 168 0 n where n is not 2 2 Set the computers Subnet mask to 255 255 255 0 most computers default to the proper netmask when the address is set 3 Run a browser on the computer and type 192 168 0 2 the factory fallback IP address You should now see Ki Pro Mini s browser status screen Note If Ki Pro Mini fails to find a DHCP server via its network connection it will fall back to using the factory default static IP of 192 168 0 2 or whatever IP address you ve previously defined AJA recommends you define a Static IP address with parameter 50 2 so you ll be prepared in the event your DHCP server fails Networking Ki Pro Mini using a Static IP Address Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Remote Network Control To set a static IP address for Ki Pro Mini you ll have to make some simple Parameter menu selections The illustration below shows the four menu selections you need to make while entering the information provided
26. software version is displayed at the top of all web screens If for some rare reason it didn t update you can then run through the update steps again Note On some browsers the Retry page may appear even though the software upgrade was successful If this occurs before clicking on retry refresh the web page and check the version number If the new version number appears at the top of the page the software upgrade was successful If the old version appears click Retry If there is a power outage or glitch during the software download Ki Pro Mini will boot the older software version and the upgrade process can then be re started by the user This happens because Ki Pro Mini has been designed with a safety feature where an internal safe copy of the previous software is retained in the event the updating process fails Caution AJA recommends you only update the Ki Pro Mini when on mains power or with a fully charged battery Advanced Features Controlling Multiple Ki Pros Gang Recording A few notes and instructions about selected features may help you get more value out of your Ki Pro Mini The following topics expand on the information presented earlier in this chapter From the Status screen and the other top five screens of the Menu you can see at a glance all of the Ki Pro systems that are present on the same local LAN Their system names are shown in the Network panel on the right side of the screen Click a sy
27. the Select button selects the octet and then the Adjust buttons select the desired number Pressing Select again advances to the next octet At the final octet the address will flash pressing Select at that point confirms the setting Networking Ki Pro Mini using the Factory Default IP Test Ki Pro Mini s Network Connection with Ping Controlling Ki Pro Mini from a web browser If you don t want to use DHCP to network Ki Pro Mini and also don t want to set your own static IP address you can simply use a Default setting to use a factory setting of 10 65 74 65 This might be useful for an application where you directly connect a laptop or computer to Ki Pro Mini and want to get networking quickly Here are the steps to set up this method of communication 1 Use the Select buttons to navigate to parameter 50 1 IP CONFIG and then use the Adjust buttons to select Default 2 Set your laptop or desktop computer Ethernet IP address to 10 m n m where m is not 65 and n is not 74 3 Also on the computer set the Subnet mask to 255 0 0 0 most PCs default to the proper netmask when the address is set so you may not have to do anything here 4 Runa browser on the computer and type 10 65 74 65 the Default factory IP address You should now see Ki Pro Mini s browser status screen After setting the IP address and other TCP IP settings and connecting Ki Pro Mini s Ethernet connection to a LAN or dire
28. the VU meters allow you to adjust the analog input levels for each of the two audio channels Note Digital audio via embedded SDI and HDMI is not affected by the adjustment knobs To adjust an analog audio level press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment This feature allows the knobs to be recessed preventing accidental changes in a production environment Head Phone Volume Knob To adjust headphone listening level press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment just like the audio input level knobs Displays and Indicators Alphanumeric and Graphics LCD Display 3 line display that shows menus status alerts and other information All menus are designed to fit into this format some words may be truncated to fit the display limits VU Meters 7 segment LEDs show audio input levels for the 2 analog audio channels respectively Knobs underneath the VU meters allow you to adjust the input levels independently to prevent clipping and ensure proper signal amplitude Green audio source signal level is in the safe area no clipping Vertically the green LEDs also show the signal strength so you can see if the signal level is low Generally it s preferred to have the signal near the top of the green or even occasionally peaking into the yellow LEDs Yellow audio source signal levels are at the peak edge of the safe area before clipping will occur Red audio sourc
29. to operate and use the Ki Pro Mini in its many configurations this chapter introduces the operating configurations power supply options plus all indicators controls and connections so you ll have a working knowledge of how it can be used to tie together the worlds of acquiring media production and post production Learning about the front panel indicators will be useful in selecting operational modes and monitoring what is happening on Ki Pro Mini as well as troubleshooting problems that can occur Becoming familiar with the Ki Pro Mini operator side and connectors will simplify installation setup and operation of the system On the following pages are front and rear panel illustrations with notations that summarize all of the connectors and indicators Detailed descriptions of each of the connectors and indicators follow afterward Caution The AJA Ki Pro Mini contains a lithium battery soldered in place permanently it is not user replaceable If you ever dispose of the Ki Pro Mini ensure you follow local regulations for safe disposal The lithium battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine or fire EJ J A VIDEO SYSTEMS Controls and Connectors Connector Side 2 Compact Flash CF Card Slots Indicator LED shows which is active L HD SD SDI I O 2x BNC HDMI v1 3a I O CF Ka 2x HDMI Card Eject Buttons LTC LANC
30. to you by your IT administrator as discussed earlier Pushing the Select Buttons Parameter Menu Selected For View Edit Change Setting until STATIC Addr is displayed up or down until 50 1 is found een Mi oepeao a IP Config STATIC Addr Parameter Editing Display Pushing the Select Buttons Parameter Menu Selected For View Edit Adjust value to enter your IP address up or down until 50 2 is found gt Ry IP Address 10 0 180 181 1 1 1 1 Select 11 Adjust Li II LI 1 1 I LI 11 LI Hs regi Parameter Editing Display Pushing the Select Buttons Parameter Menu Selected For View Edit Adjust value to enter your Subnet Mask IP address up or down until 50 3 is found poMSaosoog 50 3 Subnet Mask 255 0 0 0 Select Adjust 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 y2T 20 e cl Parameter Editing Display Pushing the Select Buttons Parameter Menu Selected For View Edit Adjust value to enter your Gateway router IP address up or down until 50 4 is found CAL y EU Default Gateway 10 0 180 0 Parameter Editing Display Configuring Ki Pro Mini with a Static IP Address e Note for parameters 50 2 50 3 and 50 4 you will be setting IP addresses that consist of octets separated by a period i e 10 0 180 0 For these parameters
31. to you in a file directory Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet Upload and Install the Software on your Ki Pro Mini Uploading and installing the software update only requires a PC or Mac that can see the Ki Pro Mini via its ethernet connection Follow this procedure to install the software 1 Point your browser at Ki Pro Mini s upgrade page by clicking on the Update Firmware link at the bottom of the navigation box on the left side of any Ki Pro Mini web page 2 Click the Browse button to select the file you previously downloaded For example kipro_ver_2 5 0 5 bin contained in the zipfile downloaded from AJA 3 When you have selected a valid Ki Pro Mini image file click the Upload button in the web browser The file you select will upload to the Ki Pro Mini and be tested for validity Incomplete corrupted or non Ki Pro Mini software files are rejected 4 Wait for the procedure to complete it will take only a few minutes When done Ki Pro Mini will prompt you to restart your machine After restart Ki Pro Mini will be running the new software Progress is shown on the front panel 5 Once these steps are complete Ki Pro Mini will be running the software you just uploaded until the next time you upgrade it The configuration of the Ki Pro Mini prior to the upgrade will be preserved Ensure the new software is running by bringing up the Ki Pro Mini web page again the
32. 0 100 1000 Base T WAN ISP lt e E EAN Firewall 8 Router Direct Ethernet Connection Laptop w Web Browser for Remote Control 10 100 1000 Base T Ki Pro Mini Networking Examples Network Ki Pro Mini can be networked directly to a MacBook Pro or Mac using a single Ethernet Connections cable straight or cross over or it can be connected to a local area network LAN In hard wired configurations Ki Pro Mini connects via its 10 100 1000 Base TX Ethernet connector In a direct connection you simply connect the Ki Pro Mini to an Ethernet equipped computer having a browser using a CAT 5 cable If connecting via a LAN you then connect the Ki Pro Mini s Ethernet connector to a hub or switch on the LAN A LAN is a shared network that includes other Ethernet devices all attached via a hub or digital switch LANs may be divided into zones separated by software or hardware routers Devices on a LAN have IP addresses which may be fixed and permanent or dynamically assigned by the network DHCP When attaching Ki Pro Mini to a LAN you should first talk to your network administrator and find out how they want it connected static IP or DHCP Your IT department will be able to supply the information you need to install Ki Pro Mini on a LAN TCP IP Information You ll Need Networking via DHCP If your LAN has a DHCP server that assigns IP addresses dynamically then you don t have to configure any
33. 2 21 11 22 25 00 4 8 SC1ATK10 10801 29 97 00 00 02 05 12 21 11 22 26 09 Showing 1 to 4 of 4 clips Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Advanced Features To reorder clips within a list just click and drag them You will notice that the clip is selected because the filmstrip icon will appear and you will know that a reorder is happening when you see the green highlight appear Important note a clip cannot be moved to the last position of the playlist To move a clip to the last position in the playlist move it to the next to last position in the list and move the last clip in the list above it You may create multiple playlists Playlists are stored as a simple file on the Ki Pro media alongside the clips Playback of a Playlist If you want to play a playlist you have created first select Play Media gt Playlist in the Media menu parameters Note depending on whether you have been reviewing clips you may first be prompted to Press Stop prior to entering the Media page to make Playlist selections if this prompt appears you will be led to the Transport page where you can depress stop and then enter the Media page Status Config Media Transport Presets Network Firmware Playlist Playlists WEI All Clips off TEST PLAYLIST TEST PLAYLIST Alarms o Select a playlist from the Playlist parameter in the Media menu Once a playlist is selected you will noticed that a double ar
34. 29 97 625i 25 720p 50 720p 59 94 720p 60 1080i 25 10801 29 97 1080i 30 1080p 23 98 1080p 24 1080p 25 1080p 29 97 Note When using Ki Pro Mini HDMI connections and attaching it to any HDMI audio or video accessory you must use one each of the ferrite beaded HDMI cables HH 28F 06 between the input and output ports of the Ki Pro Mini and the HDMI accessory to maintain regulatory compliance Analog 2 Channel Balanced Audio Input Two XLRs female provide 2 channels of balanced audio Audio is high quality 24 bit A D input at 48kHz Level adjustments are made via software and a switch for line level inputs Software level adjustments for analog audio parameter 4 1 apply to balanced audio XLR using the Line setting on the switch The Mic and Mic 48 settings offer a lower input level suitable for microphones and their associated input impedance Use Mic 48 for microphones with phantom power condenser mic or Mic for microphones without phantom power dynamic microphones Ethernet An RJ45 connector provides a 10 100 1000 Ethernet port for connecting Ki Pro Mini directly to a computer or Ethernet hub or switch for connecting to a LAN Ki Pro Mini is compatible with CAT 5 straight through or cross over Ethernet cables automatically detecting which is used Once connected and properly configured Ki Pro Mini can then be controlled by a web browser on the LAN LANC Loop This connector accepts a LANC plug 2 5mm 3 conducto
35. 50 1 is set to Default Addr the default Subnet Mask is 255 0 0 0 Please read the Note about editing IP addresses in parameter 50 2 as it also applies to parameters 50 3 and 50 4 50 4 STATIC GATEWAY This parameter determines the gateway or router used by Ki Pro Mini on your LAN for TCP IP networking 50 4 variable STATIC GATEWAY Using the adjust buttons enter a gateway compatible with your LAN if you have one This is only needed for Static IP configurations If 50 1 is set to DHCP the default gateway will be assigned by the DHCP server If 50 1 is set to Default Addr the default gateway is 10 0 0 1 Note Without a properly configured default gateway whether you have a router gateway or not Ki Pro Mini will be unable to see other Ki Pros on the network although you may still be able to control the Ki Pro Mini via a web browser Also without a proper gateway defined the discovery feature Available Ki Pros Click to Refresh on the Network web page will not work correctly and list other Ki Pros or FS1s on the network 50 5 SYSTEM NAME This parameter defines a name for Ki Pro Mini and gives it a unique identifier This same name is used both when displaying systems via the web interface variable Using the adjust buttons enter a name for Ki Pro Mini Using the adjust buttons and the top Select button select the characters for each of the up to 20 character name The adjust
36. 59 292 296 HDMI v1 3 Video Outputs all simultaneously active Digital SD and HD SDI SMPTE 259 292 296 1xBNC HDMI Formats 525i 29 97 10801 25 625i 25 1080i 29 97 720p 23 98 from within 59 94 via VFR 1080i 30 720p 25 from within 50 via VFR 1080PsF 23 98 720p 29 97 from within 59 94 via VFR 1080PsF 24 720p 50 1080p 23 98 720p 59 94 1080p 24 720p 60 1080p 29 97 Audio Inputs Digital 24 bit SDI embedded audio 8 channel 48kHz HDMI embedded 2 channel Analog 24 bit A D 2 channel balanced 2 XLR 48kHz Input level Line Mic Mic phantom 48Vdc Audio Outputs Digital 24 bit SDI embedded audio 8 channel 48kHz HDMI embedded 8 channel Network 10 100 1000 Ethernet RJ45 Embedded webserver for remote control nma AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Panel User Interface 3 line LCD display with dedicated buttons 15 Storage Compact Flash CF media 2 slots with Ejectors and Slot LEDs showing media state Go to the AJA website for the latest list of qualified CF cards http www aja com pdf KiProMini_qualifiedCF_cards pdf Timecode LTC timecode input via BNC SDI embedded RP188 timecode Control LANC Loop 2 LANC connectors Temperature Operating Temperature Range 5C to 40 Safe Storage Temperature Range power OFF 20 to 60 Power Voltage 100 240 VAC to supplied AC Adapter 12Vdc to power connector input onbottom of unit 12 Vdc minimum 18 Vdc maximum Current 1 5A maximum
37. 80p 29 97 recorded to disk e 1080PsF signal is recorded to disk as progressive progressive material on disk may be played back as PsF or progressive on the video outputs this selection can be made in parameter 1 3 1080p Playback VFR Variable Frame Rate recording makes use of meta data embedded in the RP188 data stream on the SD SDI HD SDI input allowing for the frame rate to change actively Examples of cameras offering variable frame rate include Panasonic AJ HDC27 and several cameras from the Panasonic HPX line Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus Beginning with Ki Pro version 3 0 firmware select cameras that output 1080p within a 1080i signal are also supported by the VFR selection For the Canon XH G1s 1080p 23 98 may be extracted from the 1080i 29 97 signal when VFR is selected For the Canon EOS C300 1080p 23 98 may be extracted from the 1080i 29 97 signal and 1080p 24 may be extracted from the 1080i 30 signal For the Canon EOS C300 formats of 1080p 25 and 1080p 29 97 set the Record Type to PsF to produce progressive frame recordings Note In the current firmware Ki Pro Mini supports 720p VFR rates of 23 98 25 and 29 97fps Other 720p rates and 1080p VFR support will be added with a future firmware update 1 3 1080p PLAYBACK This parameter defines the format applied when 1080p media is played from storage 1 3 PsF default Playback as 1080 progessive segmented frame 1080p Playback regardl
38. 9 HQ 10 frame only encoding 11 Installation 23 IP address static 29 L LAN Data Storing 38 LANC 21 84 LANC Loop 21 LCD Display 19 Loss of Video 50 LT 10 E VIDEO SYSTEMS LTC Input 10 LTC Timecode Input 20 M Manual 13 MEDIA Button 17 MEDIA menu operation 32 MEDIA menus 38 Media Screen 62 Media State 38 MENU mode 16 MENU mode operation 31 Mounting Plate 13 Multiple Ki Pros controlling 74 N Naming clips custom 42 Network 83 Network Control 27 Network Screen 68 O ON OFF Button 17 Operation 31 Overview 9 P Packaging 12 Panel illustrations 15 Physical specifications 85 Ping Procedure 30 Playback recorded media 34 Playlists Screen 70 Playlists Using 77 Power 84 Power Connector 22 Power Applying 25 Preset Recall 54 Preset Store 54 Presets Screen 66 Presets Using 80 Proxy 10 Q QuickTime files 9 R Record a clip 33 Remote Control Overview 57 Requirements System 13 Reset to factory values 57 Reset Factory 55 RJ45 connector 10 RS422 21 S SD HD digital I O 10 SDI Input and Outputs 21 SELECT 18 SLOT Button 18 Software 10 Specifications 83 Stand 10 13 static IP address 29 STATUS Button 17 STATUS menu operation 31 STATUS menus 35 Storage 22 Storage media 84 Super Out 45 T Temperature 84 Timecode 84 Transport Control Buttons 17 TRANSPORT mode 16 TRANSPORT mode operation 31 33 Transport Screen 64 U Unpacking 12 Update Firm
39. AS 48000340 Media Software Version Transport MAC Address 00 0C 17 12 00 5A 3 00 82 Presets Connection Status Network Firmware IP Address Type Connected LJ AJA Ki Pro 2 AJA Ki Pro 3 Ki Pro Mini 1 Playlists AII Clips IP Address CP Playlist Netmask Default Gateway Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Network Screen MAC Address 50 6 enter the Media Access Control address of the network A MAC address is also known as a hardware address or physical address and uniquely identifies the ethernet network adapter on the LAN IP Address Type 50 1 use to change the IP address for Ki Pro Mini When an IP address is entered and the Apply button is clicked the IP address will change and the browser will display a redirecting to page which should send the browser to the new IP address entered You can also click on a link on the redirect page Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet EJ IP Address 50 2 enter an IP address compatible with your LAN if you have one When networking Ki Pro Mini to a computer this is the IP address that you ll enter in the computer s web browser to bring up the Ki Pro Mini s web interface from its embedded web server You must also click the Apply button to update Ki Pro Mini with the IP address entered here Netmask 50 3 enter a subnet mask compatible with your LAN if you have one You must also click the Apply button to update Ki Pro Mi
40. Adapter Kit Contents Detail View of Power Cable Under Unit Ki Pro Mini in Stand Optional Ki Pro Mini Stand Kit Camera mounting requires the use of either user provided brackets or use of one or more AJA optional Ki Pro Mini mounting plates The AJA mounting plate option is a single aluminum plate unit with recessed mounting holes that have been matched for mating with a wide array of 3rd party mounts battery plates and accessories Kit Contents Example Two mounting plates attached to a Ki Pro Mini Optional Ki Pro Mini Mounting Plate with Screws supplied Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Installation The optional Ki Pro mounting plate or cheese plate has been pre drilled to accommodate a wide variety of user preferred mounting options such as a V mount Camera Rod system or hot shoe adapter To extend your mounting options and use the Ki Pro Mini itself as a mounting point for other 3rd Party devices like batteries or wireless mics simply order a second Mini Mount and attach your 3rd party device to it ES Camera Mounting Examples Using Optional Mounting Plate Applying Power The installation and set up of a Ki Pro Mini is straight forward If you ll be controlling the unit from the front panel buttons and display it s ready right out of the box Just cable the system s audio and video sources VTR s monitors and audio equipment mount the Ki Pro Mini unit as desired
41. Custom Clip Naming Note that for Slave Ki Pro units the Settings column provides a selection of either Use Master Name or Slave Name Clicking on the default value of Master Name pulls up a pulldown selection of Master Name or Slave Name with an OK confirmation button If the desire is to have clips named the same across all Ki Pro units recordings then the Use Master Name selection should be made If the desire is to have clips named independently on Ki Pro units then Slave Name should be selected Selecting Slave Name means that the recording will take it s name from the individual Ki Pro s parameters and not accept the value pushed to the Slave by the Master Ki Pro It is important to note that as of firmware 2 0 Ki Pro can initiate recordings among units quickly but not all units will begin or end recordings precisely at the same time or the same frame This is not really an issue if matching timecode via SDI embedded RP 188 or LTC is sent to each unit from a timecode generator via discrete outputs on the timecode generator or via a distribution amplifier for the timecode Note that many non linear edit systems like Final Cut Pro can sync clips based on timecode values for multi clip editorial Also note that Ki Pro does not as of 2 0 firmware provide simultaneous playback of media only record start and stop functions are available Gang Recording Summary These steps summarize gang recording For details see the p
42. Ger t gelangen das Ger t Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt wurde nicht ordnungsgem funktioniert oder fallen gelassen wurde Advertencia Consulte al personal calificado por cuestiones de reparaci n El servicio de reparaci n se requiere cuando el dispositivo ha recibido cualquier tipo de da o por ejemplo cable o espigas da adas se ha derramado l quido o se han ca do objetos dentro del dispositivo el dispositivo ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o humedad o no funciona de modo normal o se ha ca do Aviso Remeta todos os servicos de manutenc o para o pessoal de assist ncia qualificado A prestac o de servicos de manutenc o exigida quando o dispositivo foi danificado mediante qualquer forma como um cabo de alimentac o ou ficha que se encontra danificado a quando foi derramado l quido ou ca ram objectos sobre o dispositivo quando o dispositivo foi exposto chuva ou humidade quando n o funciona normalmente ou quando foi deixado cair Avviso Fare riferimento al personale qualificato per tutti gli interventi di assistenza L assistenza necessaria quando il dispositivo stato danneggiato in qualche modo ad esempio se il cavo di alimentazione o la spina sono danneggiati stato rovesciato del liquido stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto caduto nel dispositivo il dispositivo stato esposto a pioggia o umidit non funziona correttamente o caduto Caution This device is a Class A product Operation
43. I embedded audio Generally when working with camera sources there are only one or two audio tracks being produced and therefore 2 channel would be the appropriate selection In post production use there are often more channels of audio required so 8 channel audio may be the appropriate choice in such situations Ki Pro Mini only allows for the selection of either 2 channels or 8 channels of audio to be written to the QuickTime file that is recorded Therefore if the source has more than 2 channels of audio but less than 8 channels of audio that need to be preserved the CONFIG Menu parameter 2 3 Audio Channels would need to be set to 8 Channels Notes 1 Not all devices support 8 channel audio Ki Pro Mini does not provide a mixdown option for 8 channel recordings on output so be sure to use devices that support 8 channel audio via SDI if the 8 channels recorded are desired 2 If 8 Channels are selected for 2 3 Audio Channels but 2 2 Audio Input is set to any selection other than SDI XLR or HDMI then a Warning prompt will appear on the display Warning 2 Channel Format Clear this warning by selecting SDI audio as the input source in 2 2 Audio Input or by selecting 2 channel audio in 2 3 Audio Channels Analog Audio 4 1 This parameter configures the analog audio signal levels for input and output Professional audio equipment has much higher levels than consumer equipment a 0 VU reading corresponds to 4 dBu Connecting a profe
44. Ki Pro Mini will display ERASE S1 or S2 Press and hold the ADJUST up arrow button for 2 seconds or longer and then formatting will begin Select any other key to abort the format operation Ki Pro Mini will display formatting progress and when done will display a completion confirmation Press STOP to return to regular operation and use the newly formatted media Hi P WM Using Ki Pro Mini When a Ki Pro Mini CF card is removed and connected to a Mac via a 3rd party CF card Media in Final Cut reader user supplied the CF card will mount as a normal Apple HFS filesystem The Pro REEL NAME parameter is the name of the media that will appear mounted on the OSX desktop Once a CF card is mounted each clip recorded by Ki Pro Mini will be a file on its filesystem which can be opened in Final Cut Pro Because the clips were recorded as Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 HQ Apple ProRes 422 LT or Apple ProRes 422 Proxy with proper Final Cut Pro metadata they re instantly ready to edit In Final Cut Pro s browser window you will see some of the information Ki Pro Mini saved as data to describe the media Ki Pro Mini saves the Name Media Start Media End and Reel for Final Cut Pro Note while Ki Pro Mini recorded files can be directly imported into Final Cut Pro for editorial AJA advises transferring copying media to a local drive or disk array for editing Installation The following topic details set up
45. Mini The LAN connection on Ki Pro Mini uses a standard RJ45 connector but internally it s intelligent and communicates via standard straight through CAT 5 ethernet cables or null modem cross over cables without any configuration or strapping required Note Safari is the preferred web browser for Ki Pro control Other web browsers may work but AJA cannot guarantee consistent operation for all web browsers or web browser versions Resetting Values To Note that anytime you need to return to the factory Ki Pro Mini configuration you Factory Settings can easily do so to perform a global reset of Ki Pro Mini to factory settings go to Ki Pro Mini front panel CONFIG parameter 99 0 for a reset to factory values You can also recall factory settings by selecting the Presets browser menu scrolling to the bottom of the list of presets and clicking Recall Factory Preset Web Browser via Ethernet To control Ki Pro Mini remotely connect a computer to the Ki Pro Mini unit s LAN connector an RJ45 socket via a CAT5 ethernet cable To access the Ki Pro Mini simply enter its URL in the web browser The URL will be the IP address defined in Ki Pro Mini s Network parameter menus 50 2 please note also that 50 1 through 50 4 must all be configured correctly to access Ki Pro Mini on your network If Ki Pro Mini is using DHCP the default the IP address can be found by going to parameter 50 2 and reading it there When Ki Pro Mini is shippe
46. NU mode In TRANSPORT mode and in the Pause mode single push of STOP from PLAY mode the ADJUST buttons single step the current clip at a rate of one frame per button push up forward down reverse In the MENU mode the ADJUST buttons adjust the selected parameter Holding down either of the ADJUST buttons causes them to repeat DELETE CLIP Button Dedicated button that when pressed deletes the currently selected clip When pressed the system displays a precautionary ARE YOU SURE prompt Press the up arrow ADJUST button to say Yes and delete the clip orthe down arrow ADJUST button to abort the deletion When a clip is deleted the next clip is then cued for deletion Pressing DELETE CLIP STOP or any other button while the ARE YOU SURE prompt is displayed cancels the delete operation Pressing any button other than up arrow ADJUST always aborts deletion DELETE CLIP can be used in either the TRANSPORT menu or the MEDIA menu When pressed in the TRANSPORT menu with a current clip active PLAY REV FF RECORD the active mode will continue until the DELETE CLIP is confirmed SLOT Button The SLOT button serves two purposes First it selects which Compact Flash CF card is accessed by the system either CF slot 1 or 2 Second the SLOT button is used to unmount a currently selected CF card Caution media if the media is removed prior to this action Pushing the slot button
47. Pro Mini via a web browser e Embedded internal web server for remote control via LAN 20 Preset registers for storing and recalling system preset configurations e Alarms to alert you to conditions that may need your attention e Stand allows placing Ki Pro Mini on a desktop or other horizontal surface The stand comes with a 45 degree DC power adapter that plugs into the bottom of the Ki Pro Mini makes a 45 degree turn and exits out the connector side of the unit mating with the supplied Ki Pro Mini AC adapter plug Mounting Adapter Plate this plate can be connected to either side of Ki Pro Mini providing mounting hole patterns designed to mate with industry standard battery plates hot shoe adapters and other camera accessories Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Apple ProRes 422 Advantages Apple ProRes 422 Advantages Data rates 220 Mb second Apple ProRes 422 HQ 145 Mb second Apple ProRes 422 100 Mb second Apple ProRes 422 LT and 36 Mb second Apple ProRes 422 Proxy Note Apple ProRes 422 Proxy is for high quality offline editing at the original frame size frame rate and aspect ratio Apple ProRes LT is not considered full quality when compared to ProRes or ProRes HO Quality Excellent broadcast quality Captured media is virtually indistinguishable from pristine uncompressed sources Better yet ProRes maintains the quality during editing surviving multiple encoding decoding generations
48. Prot gez le cordon d alimentation pour que l on ne marche pas dessus ou qu on le pince en particulier au niveau des prises m les des r ceptacles de convenance et a l endroit ot il sort de l appareil Warnung Es muss verhindert werden auf das Netzanschlusskabel zu treten oder dieses zu knicken besonders an den Steckern den Steckerbuchsen und an dem Punkt an dem das Kabel aus dem Ger t heraustritt Advertencia Puesto que el enchufe de la red el ctrica se utiliza como dispositivo de desconexi n debe seguir siendo f cilmente accesible y operable Aviso Proteja o cabo de alimentac o de ser pisado ou de ser comprimido particularmente nas fichas em tomadas de parede de conveni ncia e no ponto de onde sai do dispositivo 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 Warning Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Avertissement D branchez cet appareil pendant les orages avec clairsou s il est inutilis pendant de longues p riodes Warnung Das Ger t ist bei Gewitterst rmen oder wenn es ber lange Zeitr ume ungenutzt bleibt vom Netz zu trennen Advertencia Desenchufe este dispositivo durante tormentas el ctricas o cuando no se lo utilice por largos periodos del tiempo Aviso Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durant
49. R OF MIO o vU acto oae bell tod Punt EA ane awed AN UD NM Eu redet qus 50 AL TLVIDEOSGERMIE i ERE RE UAR UE webbie leet in 50 21 2 VIDEO S0 s ded iv nior Itin las das 50 21 3 AUDIO SG 55 ae eise e arr Re Re IN cli ee bt ber BEA e E RES 51 HEEN EIER eben TT 51 50 2 IP ADDRES Sra RAR ae 51 SN Ehe 52 504 STATIG GATEWAY sure 52 50 5 SYSTEM NAME 222002 eege EEN dea SEA NN EE R EE ARR aa 52 50 6 MAC ADDRESS a ATH R ad 53 SSA DATE SE A A A A 53 55 6 TIMESET E a oa 53 70 2 DISPEA Y CH ECKE RE EE 54 70 3 FAN SPEED a ER EDI eS qtu b Ee te 54 80 SERIAL NUMBER eegent detecte bete Dr ore bi bs ae dated oO Led ped 54 80 2 SW VERSION sa geseet E UNE E DE t e pose E CK eu 54 STA RECADIEPRESET EE 54 92 1 STORE PRESET E 54 99 1 FACTORY RESET cc eits ae daa orar a eer N 55 Chapter 4 Browser Remote Control eee hn 57 Remote Control Overview e e e ccc e ehe heh n 57 Resetting Values To Factory Settings cece nemen 57 Web Browser via Ethernet eege 57 General Screen Information 58 Config STO adds tt 59 M dia CEA SAS AS a 62 Transport 5cregn ele a ee 64 Presets O ina A At levee tes 66 Network Screen OA AA 68 Pl e e ao e LUE 70 Alaris Sereen he et e EE sidad 71 Update Firmware Screen 72 Preparing to Update Software 72 Upload and Install the Software on your Ki Pro Mini 0c cece eee ee eee eee 73 E J SYSTEMS Auvariced Features lt a a quei AA REAPER EPA REGIS VE deep E Pagi pad 74 Controllin
50. S 16 Operator s taco ii 16 in del EE 17 Displays and Indicators sas sicario pida er EE ER a 19 Connector EE 20 CONNOR A NA E 20 ETC Timecode NDUT EE o NOR IUE O ia A AAA 20 SDInpurand QUID esporas ar A s 21 Lol 8 EN Analog 2 Channel Balanced Audio Input 0 ccc cee e con eene 21 Ethernet oreraa A Essi s apr iib 21 LANG LOOP a E coslada aa irte A CIIM I otov R CM ceo outs 21 Power Connector ZE Z a ea nde Ao ANE R FARA VEA C RANA e eda RO eaa VERA REA gs 22 Storage MEN E ERU ae e TIE 22 Formatting Malis cenas Veg ibexe E M EA RU AD Rd E 23 Using Ki Pro Mini Media in Final Cut Pro ccc cc ccc cece cece arar 23 e EE 23 Desktop MOUNTING error iia 24 Camera MOUUO sers tuara scrape id 24 Applying POWEP A A EE AT Opi AA 25 USING AC POWE EE 26 E J SYSTEMS Using DC EE 26 Remote Network Control e e dead 27 Network Connections socia e e V RP PEPAUEE E CREER aa 27 TCP IP Information You ll Need 39 V 8 ENNER he hah kn Rer ERRARE E EY Y EV 28 Networking via DHCP asii ni TALES 28 Networking Ki Pro Mini using a Static IP Address 29 Networking Ki Pro Mini using the Factory Default IP 30 Test Ki Pro Mini s Network Connection with bing 30 Mac Pang Procedure EE 30 Controlling Ki Pro Mini from a web browser ee e e e 30 Chapter 3 Front Panel Operation nn 31 TRANSPORT Mode default al 33 Recording a Classe rta 33 Recording NOTES Saa ege Ee eet Ee dee Race pda ep i 34 Playing Back a aT 34 RE Tue
51. a When removed Compact Flash cards function as standard HFS drives when connected to a Mac computer via any standard off the shelf Compact Flash reader Ki Pro Mini s light weight and small form factor allow it to be attached to cameras and production equipment in a wide variety of ways Users can mount it to wireless microphone plates battery adapter plates or hot shoe adapters via 3rd party accessories Internally Ki Pro Mini natively supports the Apple ProRes 422 codecs in hardware allowing realtime capture directly to Apple ProRes 422 QuickTime files In fact while the camera is recording to its own tape or file based memory Ki Pro Mini can simultaneously capture the media as ProRes so it s instantly ready to edit when the removable Compact Flash cards are connected to a Mac With this kind of flexibility you can save time steps and get your project done quicker and with the highest quality AJA Features Hardware Software Options VIDEO SYSTEMS Like AJA s famous KONA and lo HD desktop products Ki Pro Mini offers unparalleled I O quality Within its portable and rugged form factor Ki Pro Mini offers broadcast quality SD HD digital I O including SDI HD SDI and HDMI two channels of balanced analog audio 2 XLRs with switch selectable line mic levels and LTC timecode input Control options are flexible with simple interfaces available from either the front panel or Ethernet 10 100 1000 connection is possibl
52. a obsoleta Avviso Non compromettere la sicurezza della spina polarizzata o con messa a terra Una spina polarizzata ha due spinotti di cui uno pi largo Una spina con messa a terra ha due spinotti e un terzo polo per la messa a terra Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta Warning Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device it must remain readily accessible and operable Avertissement Puisque la prise principale est utilis e pour d brancher l appareil elle doit rester ais ment accessible et fonctionnelle Warnung Da der Netzstecker als Trennvorrichtung dient muss er stets zug nglich und funktionsf hig sein Advertencia Puesto que el enchufe de la red el ctrica se utiliza como dispositivo de desconexi n debe seguir siendo f cilmente accesible y operable Aviso Dado que a ficha principal utilizada como a desconex o para o dispositivo esta deve manter se prontamente acess vel e funcional Avviso Poich il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di sconnessione deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile Warning Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the device EH AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Avertissement
53. able Using the adjust buttons you can dim or brighten the DISPLAY INTENSITY alphanumeric display and activity indicator LEDs in steps from 1 dim to 8 brightest Default 6 70 3 FAN SPEED This parameter determines the speed of Ki Pro Mini s internal cooling fan In some environments where audio recording is occurring close to the Ki Pro Mini unit it may be desirable to set the fan speed to QUIET RECORD for optimum quiet operation 70 3 FAN SPEED NORMAL Fan runs at normal fixed speed for optimum cooling QUIET RECORD default Fan runs at a fixed slower speed for optimum quiet QUIET AUTO Fan runs at normal speed until recording begins then the fan ramps down to a slower speed for optimum quiet NORMAL AUTO Fan runs at variable speeds for optimum cooling 80 1SERIAL NUMBER This parameter displays this Ki Pro Mini s unique serial number 80 2 SW VERSION This parameter displays Ki Pro Mini s software version level 91 1 RECALL PRESET This parameter recalls the Ki Pro Mini to a previously saved preset configuration stored using parameter 92 1 Use the ADJUST buttons to set the number of the Preset register you wish to recall To recall press the SELECT up button and then press the ADJUST up button The message COMPLETE is displayed after a successful recall 92 1 STORE PRESET This parameter saves a preset configuration to the selected storage register Use the ADJUST buttons to set the num
54. allation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet Clip Number 17 3 This parameter determines the clip number from 1 to 999 that follows the CLIP NAME and is associated with all clips generated while using this setting To enter a specific value click on the number to highlight it type in a value and press Enter to confirm the new value You may also click and drag on the slider to make adjustments To increment by single values using the slider click the slider to highlight it and then press the back arrow or forward arrow on your keyboard Clip Append 17 4 This parameter is used with parameter 17 5 ALPHA APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER or have no text appended Alpha Append 17 5 This parameter is used with parameter 17 4 CLIP APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER Take 17 8 This parameter determines the TAKE number from 1 to 999 that follows the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER followed by any ALPHA APPEND if selected generated for all clips while using this setting To enter a specific value click on the number to highlight it type in a value and press Enter to confirm the new value You may also click and drag on the slider to make adjustments To increment by single values using the slider click the slider to highlight it and then press the back arrow or forward arrow on your keyboard Custom Clip 19 1 This parameter enables or disables whether a custom clip name can
55. and begin recording However if you wish to control Ki Pro Mini from a web browser then there are additional configuration steps necessary Warning Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device it must remain readily accessible and operable Warning Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the device Warning Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Warning Do not open the chassis There are no user serviceable parts inside Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility Remove the supplied AC line cord from mains power when moving the unit Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug gt gt gt gt AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Using AC Power To begin using Ki Pro Mini plug the 4 pin XLR on the supplied AC adapter into the XLR power socket on the back of Ki Pro Mini Then plug the AC adapter line cord into 110 VAC or 230 VAC the supply is autosensing As mentioned earlier if you re using the optional desktop mounting stand you ll also use the supplied 90 degree power cable adapter with the Ki Pro Mini AC adapter 1 Locate Line Cord 2 Insert into DC supply 3 Insert 4 pin XLR into 12Vac Ki Pro Mini power socket Using DC Power To run Ki Pro Mini on DC power simply plug a 3r
56. and installation of Ki Pro Mini Choices you will make include how Ki Pro Mini will be controlled front panel or Ethernet amp web browser and the physical system requirements for your application Warning Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Warning Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Warning Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Warning Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped EEE E Desktop Mounting Camera Mounting When using Ki Pro Mini on a desktop you can simply lay the unit on a desktop or flat surface or for a low footprint purchase a Ki Pro Mini stand kit to locate the Ki Pro Mini vertically on the desktop The stand comes with a power adapter cable having a 90 degree connector so the power cord can run underneath the Ki Pro Mini exiting to the rear of the stand The optional stand comes with 2 mounting screws and a 90 degree power cord adapter Mounting Stand 1 Mounting 90 degree Power Screws Cable
57. audio is included Files copied to Ki Pro Mini that do not meet these criteria may not appear in the web Ul or front panel Ul when you review clips If the state is designated as Data the Transport functions are locked in other words media cannot be recorded or played back as video You can still access MEDIA menu parameters however so you can reset the parameter If the you attempt to playback or record while in the Data mode a CHANGE MEDIA STATE prompt alerts you that you cannot use the transport functions Additionally the front panel UI states that the unit is in a DATA MEDIA STATE in an obvious way as opposed to presenting the typical clip reel timecode etc usually seen on the front panel After you select the Data state you can connect the Ki Pro Mini to a host computer via the Ethernet connection The Ki Pro Mini will allow access to the selected CF Card designated by the lit LED In other words if the 2 CF module is selected on the Ki Pro Mini that would be the volume mounted by the host computer operating system The DATA MEDIA STATE does not survive reboots or power cycles of the device After such an event it returns to the default Record Play mode 12 1 MEDIA STATE Record Play default Use media to record and play video Data LAN LAN data may be uploaded downloaded to from Ki Pro Mini IMPORTANT When the Ki Pro Mini Media State Data LAN selection is used only the web UI for control and configuration of
58. ault 1 CLIP NUMBER value from 1 to 999 17 4 CLIP APPEND This parameter is used with parameter 17 5 ALPHA APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER or have no text appended 17 4 ALPHA default The text value entered in ALPHA APPEND is appended CLIP APPEND to the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER NONE No text is appended to the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER 17 5 ALPHA APPEND This parameter is used with parameter 17 4 CLIP APPEND to append a text value after the CLIP NUMBER 175 AtoZ Press ADJUST button up or down to change the ALPHA APPEND default A ALPHA APPEND value from A to Z Alphabetic values increment with A and Z wrapping around 17 8 TAKE This parameter determines the TAKE number from 1 to 999 that follows the CLIP NAME and CLIP NUMBER followed by any ALPHA APPEND if selected generated for all clips while using this setting 1 to 999 Ki Pro Mini automatically generates a TAKE number default 1 Press ADJUST button up or down to change the TAKE value from 1 to 999 if a value other than the automatically generated value is desired There are rules that Ki Pro Mini observes in relation to Clips and Takes using these standard naming conventions 1 Ki Pro Mini will not overwrite an existing clip 2 The Take number will auto increment past existing numbers for the prefix as defined by the Reel Name Clip Name Clip Number Clip Append Alpha Append and Take s
59. ave clips named the same across all Ki Pro ganged units recordings then use the Master Name selection in this parameter If the desire is to have clips named independently on Ki Pro units then Slave Name should be selected Selecting Slave Name means that the recording will take its name from the individual Ki Pro s parameters and not accept the value pushed to the Slave by the Master Ki Pro 22 1 Master Name default Enable have clips named the same across all Ki Pro GANG CLIP NAME ganged units Slave Name Name clips independently on Ki Pro units Note Most gang controls are only available in the web user interface CONFIG menus CONFIG Menu Parameters 1 1 RECORD TYPE When we talk about menus we discuss the Parameter Number and Name on the top line of the display and the Parameter Setting s possible as shown on the bottom line of the display remember the current setting is what is shown As in the MEDIA menus already presented pressing one of the parameter Adjust buttons changes the current CONFIG parameter s value to a new one from the Ki Pro Mini s list of choices repeating the list if you continue to press Adjust or adjusting a numerical value up or down The exact choices displayed will vary depending on the parameter Most adjustment choices made with the Adjust buttons take effect immediately and will be subsequently stored into the Ki Pro Mini s non volatile memory if they remain unchanged for 3
60. ber of the Preset register To store press the SELECT up button and then press the ADJUST up button The message COMPLETE is displayed after a successful store Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus 99 1 FACTORY RESET Selecting this parameter and then pressing the ADJUST up button for 2 seconds recalls Ki Pro Mini s factory default settings Caution Selecting this parameter and recalling factory defaults will overwrite the current settings with the exception of network settings which are retained Recalling factory defaults does not affect these network settings IP Config IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway System Name or Date and Time To clear network settings and recall factory defaults hold down both the Adjust up and Adjust down buttons at the same time Note To seta single parameter to its factory default value go to that parameter and hold down both the Adjust up and Adjust down buttons at the same time VIDEO SYSTEMS Chapter 4 Browser Remote Control Remote Control Overview An optimized web server inside Ki Pro Mini allows you to remotely monitor and adjust parameter settings via a a browser client running on a network wired computer The network can be a closed local area network a straight computer to Ki Pro Mini cable or even exposed through a firewall to a broadband WAN not generally recommended since anyone on the internet can access the Ki Pro
61. buttons scroll through the choices and the top Select button advances to the next character While selecting characters the character being changed will flash to show its position The character set allowed is 0 through 9 A through Z uppercase and a through z lowercase Default Ki Pro Mini Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus 50 6 MAC ADDRESS This parameter is an information only field showing the MAC address of the Ki Pro Mini s ethernet adapter 50 6 information only display Selecting this parameter allows you to view Ki Pro Mini s MAC ADDRESS ethernet MAC address The MAC address is a unique value associated with the internal ethernet network adapter MAC addresses are also known as hardware addresses or physical addresses MAC addresses uniquely identify an ethernet adapter on a LAN MAC address format MM MM MM SS SS SS The value is 12 digit hexadecimal where the first half identifies the manufacturer and the second half identifies the unique serial number 55 4 DATE SET This parameter manually sets the calendar date of the internal Ki Pro Mini clock The value is defined as YYYY MM DD year month day variable Using the adjust buttons enter a calendar date for Ki Pro Mini Using the adjust buttons and the top SELECT button select the characters for each category YYYY MM DD The adjust buttons scroll through the choices and the top SELECT button advan
62. ces to the next character While selecting characters the character being changed will flash to show its position When finished the final press of the SELECT up button will flash the whole value hit SELECT once more to confirm and the next menu parameter will appear 55 6 TIME SET This parameter manually sets the calendar date of the internal Ki Pro Mini clock when setting manually NTP not used variable Using the adjust buttons enter a time for Ki Pro Mini s clock Using the adjust buttons and the top Select button select the characters for each digit hours minutes The adjust buttons scroll through the choices and the top Select button advances to the next character While selecting characters the character being changed will flash to show its position When finished the final press of the SELECT up button will flash the whole value hit SELECT once more to confirm and the next menu parameter will appear Time is set using a 24 hour format military and must be set to GMT time Note there are many websites that will assist you in converting your local regional time to GMT UTC AJA does not endorse any particular one but here are two examples http tycho usno navy mil zones html http hurricanes noaa gov zulu utc html 70 2 DISPLAY INTENSITY This parameter determines the brightness of the alphanumeric LCD display and front panel backlit buttons A dimmer display uses less power 70 2 vari
63. cessories specified and or sold by the manufacturer Avertissement Utilisez seulement les attaches et accessoires sp cifi s et ou vendus par le fabricant Warnung Verwenden Sie nur Zusatzger te und Zubeh r angegeben und oder verkauft wurde durch den Hersteller Advertencia Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y o vendidos por el fabricante Aviso Utilize apenas equipamentos acess rios especificados e ou vendidos pelo fabricante Avviso Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e o venduti dal produttore Safety and Compliance Warning Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Avertissement La s curit de la prise polaris e ou de la prise de type mise a la terre ne doit en aucun cas tre emp ch e de fonctionner Une prise polaris e a deux broches l une tant plus large que l autre Une prise de type mise la terre a deux broches et une troisi me broche pour la mise la terre La broche large ou la troisi me broche sont fournies pour votre s curit Si la prise fournie ne s ins re pas dans votre prise femelle consultez
64. ci sono parti riparabili dall utente L apertura dello chassis invalider la garanzia se non viene effettuata da un centro ufficiale o autorizzato AJA Index Numerics 10 bit 4 2 2 10 A AC Power Applying 25 AC to DC adapter 10 Adapter Cable 13 Adapter Plate 10 Alarm menu 36 Alarms 71 Analog 4 Channel Balanced Audio 21 Analog 4 Channel Balanced Unbalanced Audio 21 Apple Final Cut Studio 9 Apple ProRes 422 9 11 Audio Input 21 Audio Inputs 83 Audio Outputs 83 audio 2 channel balanced analog 10 Box 12 Browser Screen Overview 58 Browser setup 57 Buttons 17 C Cable Connections 13 Camera Data 48 Camera Mounting 24 CD 12 CF Card LED Status Indicator 19 CF cards 13 CF Slot Release Buttons 18 Clips Screen 70 Codecs 9 Compact Flash CF 9 CONFIG Button 17 CONFIG menu operation 32 CONFIG menus 44 Config screen 59 Connectors 20 Control LANC 84 Control panel operation 31 Controls 16 Custom Clip Naming 42 Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual D Data Camera 48 Data Storing 38 Delete clip 35 DELETE CLIP Button 18 Desktop Mounting 24 DHCP 28 Displays and Indicators 19 Ethernet 21 Ethernet 10 100 1000 10 F Factory Reset 55 Features 10 Final Cut Pro 23 FireWire 21 Formats 83 Formatting Media 23 Front panel controls 16 Front panel operation 31 G Gang Recording 74 H Hardware 10 HDMI 21 HDMI I O 10 Head Phone Jack 19 Head Phone Volume Knob 1
65. conventions used for film and tape based media The REEL NAME is an incrementing three digit value that works with EDLs For this reason the parameter does not have a NONE selection all clips will be associated with a REEL NAME The REEL NAME parameter is also the name of the media as it will appear when the CF card is mounted on a Mac OSX desktop and media was formatted by the user 001 to 999 Press ADJUST button up or down to change the default 001 REEL NAME value from 001 to 999 17 2 CLIP NAME This parameter determines the clip name associated with all clips generated while using this setting The clip name is either Clip or SC SC default Clips generated will have filenames beginning with SC Clip Clips generated will have filenames beginning with Clip Clip Naming Two Examples Two examples are presented below showing how resulting clip names are generated Each example is based on the collective settings for these parameters e REEL NAME e CLIP NAME e CLIP NUMBER e CLIP NUMBER APPEND e ALPHA APPEND VALUE In both examples that follow TK is a default append to the naming convention just prior to the auto incrementing TK value which can be manually overridden via parameter 17 6 Take Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual MEDIA menus Ki Pro Mini offers these parameter choices for easy identification of the QuickTime files so that the names can logically
66. course customize your configuration via the CONFIG and MEDIA menu parameters Note To change Apple ProRes 422 settings prior to recording press MEDIA then repeatedly press SELECT until you see 14 1 Encode Type then press ADJUST up or down to select ProRes 422LT ProRes 422PX ProRes 422HQ or ProRes 422 Press MEDIA or STOP to exit the menu Playing Back a Clip To select a different video input press CONFIG then repeatedly press SELECT until you see 2 1 Video Input then press ADJUST up or down to choose a desired video input connector To select a different audio input use the SELECT up arrow button and you will see 2 2 Audio Input Press ADJUST up or down to chose a desired audio input connector Note You cannot select HDMI audio unless you have an HDMI video source nor can you select a SDI audio source if you have not selected an SDI video If you attempt to mismatch these settings a warning prompt alerts you to the mismatch on the front panel source These are just a few menu parameters that you might wish to change before you make your recordings To learn all the ways to convert formats on input or output read the CONFIG menu and MEDIA menu parameter topics later in this chapter Recording Notes e Ki Pro Mini may take a few seconds to close longer files files over 20 minutes For these longer recordings you may see a Closing File prompt on the display e Ki Pro Mini alerts you when the media
67. ctly to a computer ensure that you have a valid connection by Pinging the Ki Pro Mini Pinging ensures that other devices on the network or a computer directly attached to it can see it Simply run the Ping utility from a computer on the same LAN as Ki Pro Mini or one attached directly to Ki Pro Mini Here s how to Ping a Ki Pro Mini from a Mac OSX computer Mac Ping Procedure 1 Find the Applications Folder and then find the Utilities Folder inside of the Applications Folder 2 Locate the Terminal utility application and double click it 3 On the Ki Pro Mini go to parameter menu 50 2 and read the IP address 4 At the Terminal prompt enter the IP address noted in step 3 For example ping 192 168 0 2 5 If successful the ping utility will respond that packets were sent received and how long it took For example 64 bytes from 192 168 0 2 icmp_seq 0 ttl 64 time 0 590 ms 6 If unsuccessful check Ki Pro Minis network settings and resolve the problem with your IT administrator To control Ki Pro Mini from a web browser on a network attached computer you must enter Ki Pro Mini s IP address as a URL in the browser For example if Ki Pro Mini s IP address were 10 0 6 31 you would then type into the web browser http 10 0 6 31 This topic is explained in greater detail in Chapter 4 Browser Remote Control Chapter 3 Front Panel Operation There are two ways to control Ki Pro Mini from the front panel or remo
68. cycles between unmounting media and selecting media This function is only active when in the STOP mode and requires a PRESS STOP if not stopped After you select a slot the system returns to the last selected clip and timecode for that slot If the media has been changed since the slot was last selected physically removed media replaced then the first clip on the media will be cued to its start point If inserted media has any issues additional prompts may be displayed as appropriate such as WARNING Backup and Reformat or WARNING Media Unformatted Note On power up CF slot 1 is the initial storage system accessed by Ki Pro Mini CF Slot Release Buttons Next to each CF slot is a push to eject button for removing the CF card The push to eject button should only be pushed after the CF card has been umounted Caution Removing a CF card with the slot LED lit or while flashing can result in corrupted media or potential damage to the CF card media depending on whether Ki Pro Mini is in the TRANSPORT mode or the MENU mode In the TRANSPORT mode the SELECT buttons select clips and operate like previous and next keys When a clip is selected Ki Pro Mini cues it to Not using the SLOT button to unmount the media can lead to issues with the Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Controls and Connectors Analog Audio Input Level Adjust Knobs Knobs underneath
69. d for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Warning Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device it must remain readily accessible and operable Warning Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the device Storage Record media to industry standard removable Compact Flash CF card modules CF cards are formatted for the Mac HFS file system so they mount on your OSX desktop for immediate editing and file access when plugged into a 3rd party CF card reader Caution Failure to properly mount or dismount CF media or an unexpected loss of power while recording can result in an unrecoverable data loss e Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Installation Formatting Media To format CF card media it must first be inserted into an empty slot on Ki Pro Mini and or selected using the SLOT button see previous topic Once the media is selected follow these steps 1 For media that has never been used in a Ki Pro Mini before the Warning Media Unformatted prompt may appear Press the STOP button Press the MEDIA button Press SELECT up or down repeatedly until you see the menu 76 1 Format Media Press ADJUST up arrow Ki Pro Mini will display FORMAT Press the ADJUST up arrow button
70. d from the AJA factory it defaults to DHCP operation If 50 1 is set to DHCP and the DHCP server on the network fails to grant an IP address then Ki Pro Mini will fall back to the static IP address If 50 1 is set to Default Addr the factory default static IP address is 10 65 74 65 So if 50 1 is set to Default Addr you would type the following in the web browser http 10 65 74 65 to see Ki Pro Mini s web interface Main Status screen VIDEO SYSTEMS General Screen All Ki Pro Mini web screens have certain areas in common On the left of each Information screen is a Menu panel listing all the available Ki Pro Mini screen choices Click any of these items to jump to that screen On the right side of each screen you ll also find a Connection panel This area shows the connection status in addition to the Ki Pro Mini s serial number and software version This latter information is useful if you ever have to call AJA Technical Support to discuss a problem or get help Below the Connection panel the Network panel shows the Ki Pro systems on the network and allows you to switch control between systems See at the end of this chapter for additional information on using multiple Ki Pros In the middle of each screen are menu choices and information pertaining to the subject matter of that screen Ki Pro Mini web screens closely mirror the parameter menus displayed on its front panel In each of the screens presented on the following page
71. d of a clip it will automatically pause on the last frame of the clip During playback you can use the FFWD REV SELECT or ADJUST buttons as follows FFWD gt gt Press button to begin fast playback of the current clip at 2x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When fast forwarding audio is muted REV Pressing REV when not lit begins playback of the current clip in reverse at 1x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 2x 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When playing in reverse audio is muted for all speeds Deleting Clips STATUS menus Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual STATUS menus SELECT up down while in TRANSPORT mode the SELECT buttons select clips and operate like previous and next keys When a clip is selected it is cued to the beginning of the clip Note that ordering and playback of clips is based on timestamp order not clip name Ifyou have paused playback the STOP button is flashing you can use the SELECT down button to jump back to the beginning of the clip If the STOP button is not flashing depressing the SELECT down button will select the previous clip ADJUST up down while in TRANSPORT mode and in either a STOP or pause state the ADJUST buttons will single step the current clip at a rate
72. d party industry standard 12 volt battery pack with a 4 pin female XLR connector into the power connector on Ki Pro Mini underneath unit The battery should be capable of supplying a sustained 3 3 A just like the supplied AC Adapter provides Such battery packs are available from a variety of sources Notes To operate Ki Pro Mini properly batteries should not have voltage lower than 12 volts and should not have voltage that exceeds 18 volts Ki Pro Mini is a low wattage device so many batteries can power Ki Pro Mini for several hours at a time In the event of sudden power loss recordings that are in progress will not be written properly to the media Note that there is a Low Battery warning prompt that users should take note of and stop recordings in progress if at all possible before battery failure Ki Pro Mini can sometimes manage to close the file before the battery stops providing sufficient power but this is not always possible due to the nature of some batteries and the duration of some recordings Itis best to be mindful of remaining battery life The use of batteries with metering or remaining power indications is highly recommended For very long recordings it is advisable to use the supplied AC power supply instead of battery power Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Remote Network Control Remote Network Control LAN Connection Laptop w Web Browser for Remote Control 10 100 1000 Base T 1
73. de default and the MENU mode Some controls have different functions in these two modes The TRANSPORT mode shown above controls basic play record clip select etc functions The MENU mode is for set up and configuration of Ki Pro Mini There are three menu groups STATUS CONFIG and MEDIA these menus are accessed by depressing the corresponding Menu buttons on the left of the panel Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Controls and Connectors Buttons Power ON OFF Button Controls system power on off and shows whether power is ON when illuminated or OFF To turn power on press the button once It isn t necessary to press hard or depress the button it s a soft button sensed by the processor inside When OFF and the button is touched it will begin powering up and display start up progress on the alphanumeric display To power down you must press and hold the power button down for 2 seconds This action prevents accidental power off during normal operation When the unit is powering down you can abort the power down process by simply removing your finger from the power button before 2 seconds have elapsed STATUS Button Pressing the STATUS button when not lit enters the Status menu and displays an Idle Record or Play display Pressing STATUS when it is lit turns off the Status menu and returns you to Transport mode STATUS menus can be accessed at any time including when the machine is in an acti
74. e SC1ATKB 42 21 41 22 13 10 Stes SC1ATK9 12 21 11 22 25 00 SC1ATK10 42 21 11 22 26 09 SC1ATK11 Create Cancel 12 2111 22 26 21 SCIATK12 12 21 11 22 26 43 SC1ATK14 10801 29 97 00 00 19 29 12 21 11 23 10 04 SC5ATK1 1080i 29 97 00 00 05 11 12 21 11 23 15 56 Alarms I Showing 1 to 9 of 9 clips Playlists 090 All Clips TEST PLAYLIST CEEE BBB A To add clips to a playlist select a blue highlighted clip from the All Clips list and click and drag the clip onto the name of the playlist you created Note that when you select a clip and click and drag it a filmstrip icon will appear If you do not see this icon then you have not selected a clip You can tell that a clip will be added to a playlist because the list you drag the clip to will be highlighted in green and the filmstrip icon will appear with a symbol on the left side When you release the mouse the clip will be added to the playlist You may select additional clips using the same method and add them to the playlist To move a number of clips to a playlist at once use the column with the checkmark and tick the checkboxes of the clips prior to performing the click and drag to the list To review your playlist click on the list in the Playlists area of the web UI S Di 94 Reel 001 Filter DBR IO Format Duration Dae _ 1 SC1ATK7 1080i 29 97 00 00 50 25 12 21 11 22 10 50 2 Wei 1080i 29 97 00 02 11 11 12 21 11 22 13 10 3 etc 1080i 29 97 00 00 04 22 1
75. e amplitude is too hot and the signal is clipping at its signal peaks You should reduce the input gain at its source camera mixer or source equipment supplying the signal CF Card LED Status Indicator The following states for the LED indicators denote the status of the CF media LED lit on selected media LED unlit off inactive media okay to eject or no media inserted LED flashing recording in progress Head Phone Jack 1 8 3 5mm miniature stereo TRS connection for standard stereo headphones Connector Side Connect any digital camcorder camera or A V source regardless of brand or format to Ki Pro Mini s SDI or HDMI connectors The connector side of Ki Pro Mini contains all the connectors except for power On the bottom of the unit is a single power connector for supplying the 12 Volt DC operating voltage see installation later in this chapter The function of Ki Pro Mini s inputs and outputs depend on the operational mode Ki Pro Mini s active input the one to be recorded is selected by front panel or web browser Ki Pro Mini s outputs are active all the time In other words the same output video appears simultaneously on the HDMI and SDI outputs Connector Side Al HD SD SDI1 O E 2x BNC o HDMI v1 3a I O il QxHDMI LTC Se Input oop line mic or Ethernet Z ex 10 100 1000 HHS ud level RJ45 E for Browser Control ud _ balanced
76. e been recorded to the media N A appears in the clip area of the UI Loading appears in the clip area of the UI but does not eventually load a clip or hitting the record button with all settings correctly configured for the Ki Pro Mini does not result in a recording WARNING Name in Use appears if the clipname specified in the naming parameters already exists on the CF card This also happens when take 999 is reached and no more take numbers are available Ki Pro Mini will refuse to overwrite the clip you will have to delete the clip or select a new name WARNING Non VFR Format appears if you choose VFR for 1 1 Record Type but no VFR data is detected on the video input WARNING No Clip Name appears if you attempt to record in gang mode usinga non existent custom clip name WARNING No Video Input appears if you attempt to record and there is no video detected at the video input WARNING Genlock Missing appears if you choose Input for 6 1 Genlock and you attempt to play a clip and no genlock is detected on the selected input WARNING Genlock Mismatch appears if 6 1 Genlock has been set to INPUT but the signal detected on the selected genlock input is incompatible with the video format on the selected video input WARNING 2 Channel Format appears if the number of channels selected in 2 3 Audio Channels is eight but the selected audio input only supports two channels Only SDI supports eight channe
77. e reel number associated with the clip created by the camera and the Ki Pro Mini could differ To make the integration with cameras as straightforward as possible only one selection 13 1 Camera Data in the CONFIG menu parameters needs to be set as opposed to settings throughout various menu parameters in CONFIG and MEDIA menu parameters Important Notes About The Various Cameras Supported by 13 1 RED Epic With the RED Epic AJA recommends sending the camera an appropriate genlock reference signal so that the Ki Pro Mini recordings will be timecode accurate when compared to the RED Epic recordings RED Epic firmware version 1 6 24 or later is required for proper operation RED One 24 This setting is actually designed to extract the 23 98 frame per second from within the RED One 720p 59 94 output Note that 24 is used as opposed to 23 98 in order to accommodate the user interface constraints For the RED One timecode should be sent to the camera via a timecode generator in order to produce corresponding timecode recordings on the Ki Pro Mini note that even with this configuration the timecode value produced has an accuracy of 1 frame RED One firmware version 31 6 16 or later is required for proper operation RED One 25 For the RED One timecode should be sent to the camera via a timecode generator in order to produce corresponding timecode recordings on the Ki Pro Mini note that even with this configuration the timecode value
78. e trovoadas ou quando nao utilizado durante longos per odos de tempo Avviso Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e o venduti dal produttore quali il treppiedi e l esoscheletro Warning Do not open the chassis There are no user serviceable parts inside Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility Avertissementp Ne pas ouvrir le ch ssis Aucun l ment a l int rieur du ch ssis ne peut tre r par par l utilisateur La garantie sera annul e si le ch ssis est ouvert par toute autre personne qu un technicien d un centre de service ou d un tablissement agr AJA Warnung ffnen Sie das Geh use nicht Keine der Ger teteile k nnen vom Benutzer gewartet werden Durch das Offnen des Geh uses wird die Garantie hinf llig es sei denn solche Wartungsarbeiten werden in einem AJA Service Center oder einem lizenzierten Betrieb vorgenommen Advertencia No abra el chasis El interior no contiene piezas reparables por el usuario El abrir el chasis anular la garant a a menos que se lo haga en un centro de servicio AJA o en un local autorizado Advert ncia N o abra o chassi N o h internamente nenhuma peca que permita manutenc o pelo usu rio Abrir o chassi anula a garantia a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de servicos da AJA ou por um local autorizado Avvertenza Non aprire lo chassis All interno non
79. e via an RJ45 connector allowing remote control and configuration from a Mac or PC web browser This manual covers Ki Pro Mini installation operation and optional accessories Ki Pro Mini offers many unique features for optimum quality ease of use and support for a wide variety of workflows and environments Ki Pro Mini provides flexible standard or high definition recording for versatile operation in a mixed SD HD environment with a very small form factor and readily available storage Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 HQ Apple ProRes 422 LT and Apple ProRes 422 Proxy SD HD 720 1080 full raster 10 bit 4 2 2 realtime implemented in hardware e HD SD SDI I O 2 BNC e HDMI I O 2 HDMI e 2 channel balanced analog audio Input 2 XLR e LTC Input 1 BNC e 10 100 1000 Ethernet LAN Panel user interface features an LCD display with 15 control buttons e Compact Flash CF 2 slots for use with industry standard CF card readers to connectto Apple Mac computers HFS file system or PCs using user supplied 3rd party software to mount HFS volumes LED indicators show which slot is active e 12 Volt AC to DC adapter with industry standard 4 pin XLR connector connects to the Mini via a connector located at the bottom of the unit e 3 year warranty Remote Browser control software When a Mac PC or other device with web browser are connected via the Ki Pro Mini Ethernet port the device can control the Ki
80. ed on a network where their static IP addresses are 192 168 0 2 and 192 168 0 3 respectively each with a subnet mask value of 255 255 255 0 They are connected to a host computer with IP address 192 168 0 1 and subnet mask 255 255 255 0 The host computer uses a web browser like Apple s Safari to access the Master Ki Pro by entering 192 168 0 2 in the URL field of the browser The Ki Pro Master unit web Ul should appear How to Use Gang Recording Navigating to the Transport screen a Show Gang Controls button appears on the left hand side of the screen If Show Gang Controls is clicked a list of Available Ki Pros is presented If Ki Pro units that were expected to appear do not appear click on Hide Gang View then click on Show Gang View again to refresh Ki Pro information can take up to a few seconds to be displayed Finally if Ki Pros are not listed after refreshing confirm that the Ki Pros are on the network have the appropriate IP address etc Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Advanced Features Parameters for each available Ki Pro will appear in the Gang Controls area These include System Input Format Free Storage Gang Master and Settings Ki Pro units that may be added to a gang will appear under the System column The Input Format column gives information on what type of video format framerate each system is receiving Free Storage allows for an at a glance view of the capacity of the media i
81. ei Betrieb dieses Ger tes Rundfunkst rungen auftreten in welchen F llen der Benutzer f r entsprechende Gegenma nahmen verantwortlich ist Attention Ceci est un produit de Classe A Dans un environnement domestique ce produit risque de cr er des interf rences radio lectriques il appartiendra alors l utilisateur de prendre les mesures sp cifiques appropri es Safety and Compliance B 89 Korea KCC Compliance Statement 1 Class AITE SIE ATS AT LE AAAS 71719 24 W TEAR e TN ei 1 Class A device Class A Please note that this equipment has Broadcasting and obtained EMC registration for business Communication use Class A and it is intended to use in Equipment for Business Use other than home area Taiwan Compliance Statement BAGH jee PARA aN edn EE ERI EA AY RE SH pC ed TR HEBERT gt SAS AREA RA ER o This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection BSMI CNS 13438 Class A Japanese Compliance Statement 1 Class A ITE CORB 7 7 AA aH CT CORB REA CLAS SCR RS AECID ES CORA MERA AS Ok DEREN amp ccb UsE VCCI A This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council VCCI V 3 2008 04 If this equipment is used in a domestic environment radio interference may occur in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions Translated caution statements warning conventions and warning messages
82. elect buttons will cycle through the various STATUS screens The Adjust buttons have no effect on the STATUS menu The first STATUS page shows the status of recording or playing The second page shows the timecode settings for recording as set in CONFIG parameter 8 0 AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS The displays for the STATUS menu are shown below REC Slot Selected Recording Format Framerate ProRes ProRes Type STATUS Menu Record Mode PLAY Selected Slot Clip Format Clip Framerate ProRes Clip ProRes Type STATUS Menu Play Mode TC In TC Value 01 00 00 00 STATUS Menu Timecode In the CONFIG and MEDIA menus the Select buttons select various adjustable parameters and the Adjust buttons adjust the selected parameter When entering a menu the system remembers and returns to the last selected parameter The display for the CONFIG and MEDIA menus is shown below Parameter Number Parameter Name Available Selections chosen by Adjust buttons CONFIG Menu Idle Mode Parameter Number Parameter Name Available Selections chosen by Adjust buttons MEDIA Menu like CONFIG Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual TRANSPORT Mode default TRANSPORT Mode default Recording a Clip TRANSPORT mode is the default mode for Ki Pro Mini operation When you power up Ki Pro Mini the first display you ll see is TRANSPORT mode menu Any clip that previously was recorded is referenced in the display and can be played
83. elected physically removed media replaced then the first clip on the media will be cued to its start point If inserted media has any issues additional prompts may be displayed as appropriate such as WARNING FRMT MEDIA or WARNING MEDIA LOW Show Gang View When clicked the Transport screen will be expanded at the bottom to show additional controls for controlling multiple Ki Pros See Gang Recording on page 74 at the end of this chapter for an additional tutorial on using this feature click to refresh System Input Format Free Storage Gang Master Settings All Clear Clear AJA Ki Pro 2 525i 29 97 40 B o Use Slave Name AJA Ki Pro 3 525i 29 97 100 EN o Use Slave Name Use Custom Clip Name OFF Clip Name SC Clip Number 1 Ki Pro Mini 1 525i 29 97 Clip Append Alpha Alpha Append A Take 7 All Clear Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Transport Screen Show Gang Control EZ VIDEO SYSTEMS Presets Screen The Presets screen allows you to save Preset Configurations into 20 separate memory registers and recall the presets whenever needed This screen also includes Export and Import functions that allow exporting one or all presets to your computer as files and importing exported preset files from your computer A displayed message indicates successful or failed saves recalls exports and imports paw p PITT VIDEO SYSTEMS Connection o Menu Factory Preset Factory Settings Recall Status Ser
84. elected for 2 3 Audio Channels but 2 2 Audio Input is set to any selection other than SDI XLR or HDMI then a Warning prompt will appear on the display Warning 2 Channel Format Clear this warning by selecting SDI audio as the input source in 2 2 Audio Input or by selecting 2 channel audio in 2 3 Audio Channels 2 Channels default Selects recording of 2 audio channels 8 Channels Selects 8 audio channels valid for SDI embedded audio only Note if any selection other than SDI is made RCA XLR or HDMI when 8 channels is selected the Ki Pro will provide a warning prompt WARNING 2 Channel Format 4 1 ANALOG AUDIO This parameter configures the analog audio signal levels for input and output Professional audio equipment has much higher levels than consumer equipment a O VU reading corresponds to 4 dBu Connecting a professional 4 dBu device to a consumer audio input 10dBV 7 8 dBu may cause overloading whereas the output of a consumer device probably does not have sufficient power to drive a professional audio input With consumer and semi professional audio equipment a VU reading of 0 dB is typically referenced to 10 dBV 0 dBu 0 775 VRMS These settings are valid with the panel Mic Line switch set to Line The Mic settings are lower input level settings for use with condenser and dynamic microphones use Mic 48 for powered condenser mics and Mic for dynamic microphones 24dBu default Selects p
85. ess of what was recorded when input Progressive Playback as standard 1080p progressive frame Note HDMI output of progressive material requires the use of 1080p Playback set to Progressive HDMI only tends to support true progressive or interlace video not PsF 1 9 SUPER OUT This parameter provides superimposition of timecode and transport state Record Pause etc onto the SDI output 1 9 SUPER OUT Off default Superimposition is disabled SDI Superimposition is enabled for the SDI output 2 1 VIDEO INPUT This parameter selects a video input source from the video input connections available This is the video that will be recorded and or passed through Note The message WARNING A V Mismatch may appear if SDI video is selected and HDMI audio is selected or vice versa Embedded audio via SDI or HDMI must be matched to the video source Analog audio can be used with any video input 2 1 SDI default Selects SDI input connector VIDEO INPUT HDMI Selects the HDMI input connector 2 2 AUDIO INPUT This parameter selects an audio input source from the audio input connections available including embedded SDI audio which requires an SDI video source and HDMI audio which requires an HDMI video source Note The message WARNING A V Mismatch may appear if SDI video is selected and HDMI audio is selected or vice versa Embedded audio via SDI or HDMI must be matched to the video source Analog audio ca
86. ettings 3 If the number is at 999 Ki Pro Mini wil record a clip with take 999 but then cannot auto advance so the second attempt to record will generate a Name In Use alarm This prompts you to select a new Clip Name Clip Number Clip Append Alpha Append and or Take settings so that a new unique prefix is created This action ensures files are unique and understandable and that clips are never overwritten Custom Clip Users can elect to give their clips names other than the standard criteria provided by Naming AJA IMPORTANT Certain characters may not be allowed or supported if entered for a clip name Examples include punctuation marks other than internal spaces or periods special characters like amp and non ASCII UTF 8 characters are rejected outright Note non UTF 8 characters appear in some languages like Chinese and Japanese and are not supported Custom clip names can be created via the front panel Ul menu parameters 19 1 19 2 and 19 4 through the use of the SELECT and ADJUST up down arrows Users may find that the more efficient method to perform custom clip naming is via the web UI entry fields Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual MEDIA menus 19 1 CUSTOM CLIP This parameter enables or disables whether a custom clip name can be used via menu parameters 19 1 19 2 and 19 4 or via the web UI 19 1 OFF default Enable defining of custom clip name CUSTOM CLIP ON Disable defining o
87. f custom clip name 19 2 CUSTOM NAME This parameter defines a custom clip name The custom name is defined via the front panel select and adjust up down arrows The default is CUSTOM 19 2 variable Using the adjust buttons enter a custom clip name CUSTOM NAME Using the adjust buttons and the top Select button select the characters for the name The adjust buttons scroll through the choices and the top Select button advances to the next character While selecting characters the character being changed will flash to show its position Certain characters may not be allowed or supported if entered for a clip name Examples include punctuation marks other than internal spaces or periods special characters like and non ASCII UTF 8 characters are rejected outright Note non UTF 8 characters appear in some languages like Chinese and Japanese and are not supported Default CUSTOM 19 4 CUSTOM TAKE This parameter defines a custom take The custom take number is defined via the front panel select and adjust up down arrows 19 4 1 to 999 Press ADJUST button up or down to change the CUSTOM TAKE default 1 TAKE value from 1 to 999 if a value other than the automatically generated value is desired 22 1 GANG CLIP NAME This parameter is used when performing gang recording via multiple Ki Pros and or Ki Pro Minis refer to Controlling Multiple Ki Pros later in this manual If the desire is to h
88. for Static IP configurations If 50 1 is set to DHCP and there is a DHCP failure then the default IP address is 192 168 0 2 If 50 1 is set to Default Adar the default static IP address is 10 65 74 65 Note For parameters 50 2 50 3 and 50 4 you will be setting IP addresses that consist of octets separated by a period i e 10 0 181 0 When editing these the Select button selects the octet and then the Adjust buttons select the desired number Pressing Select Up again advances to the next octet At the final octet the address will flash pressing Select Up at that point confirms the setting When these parameters are edited you can abort the editing process by backing out press the Select down arrow button repeatedly until the edit passes the first octet You ll notice that after completing the edit on the last octet the display will blink this is an indication that the edited IP address is about to be saved You can save the edited IP address press the Select arrow up to save or choose not to save by pressing the Select arrow down button 50 3 SUBNET MASK This parameter determines the subnet mask used by Ki Pro Mini for TCP IP networking variable 50 3 SUBNET MASK Using the adjust buttons enter a subnet mask compatible with your LAN if you have one This is only needed for Static IP configurations If 50 1 is set to DHCP the default Subnet Mask will be assigned by the DHCP server If
89. g Multiple KI PFOS si tese ene Face ee tere ro d eee d Deb EE Ope 74 Gang RECOM e aee E es ee 74 Example oe iste E satay eens Ead rid Ce PEE E bere deii Faden 74 How to Use Gang Recording tri RA Ec RE ROO EROR 74 Gang Recording SUMMary sip a e A 76 Using Playlists EE 77 Working with the All Clips Playlist 0 0 cece cece cece eee een e II 77 Creating s E T id E 78 Playback ss E 79 USING Presets EE 80 ci A A ialuketd pat D aet rU DA 80 Recalling Presets as Docet Y BERE E D RE EXER co ed RU ade 81 Appendix A Specifications 4 2 ez ues e s x e ska de 83 Video Inpiltssia der X EORR EE Y Ko A Ki isa RH ar 83 Digitali cecidi asi pte rd dci ded da 83 Video Outputs all simultaneously active e e me 83 RIT RC TP PH eueeus is 83 COMAS PE DERE 83 Le Te RT e EE ER Leie en CEET ER NetWork TTT 83 Panel Usos rr aida 84 Kelle A o A saat eben D BR ee C RE MEAE SIUE 84 lilia RT ETE 84 EE ee ETT TI IIT 84 Temperatule EE 84 laci EE 84 irj Merc MI ILI RE 85 Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance Notices ussssuusserens 87 Class A Interference Statement 87 PCC CNO Moria a licor 87 Canadian I CES Statement usas rs rr EE E 87 Appendix B Safety amp Compliance sss s s e s x e s x e e x ccc eaea eee ee 87 European Union and European Free Trade Association EFTA Regulatory COmplante v ou iEn ERA id idad 88 Declaration of Conformity vaca dde ada 88
90. he camera and is viable for AJA to support into the Ki Pro Mini s timecode value file name and other applicable parameters 13 1 NONE default Camera metadata is not passed to any of the Ki Pro Mini CAMERA DATA parameters even if a camera with ancillary data is connected to the Ki Pro Mini RED One 24 Red One 24 Camera metadata available from the camera is passed into the Ki Pro Mini s timecode value file name and other applicable parameters RED One 25 Red One 25 Camera metadata available from the camera is passed into the Ki Pro Mini s timecode value file name and other applicable parameters RED Epic Red Epic Camera metadata available from the camera is passed into the Ki Pro Mini s timecode value file name and other applicable parameters Canon XF Canon XF series with SDI outputs will provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values but not clip naming Canon C300 These cameras provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values but not clip naming This menu parameter has domain over an array of other Ki Pro Mini parameters selecting Camera Data supersedes other parameter selections if valid ancillary data is present and the camera is selected from the menu parameter Example The RED Epic sends ancillary data from which the reel name clip name take and timecode value are obtained from the ancillary data and passed to the Ki Pro Mini recording Reel A230
91. ial Number Config Preset 1 Preset 1 Recall Export Import 4B000340 zk Preset 2 Preset 2 Recall Export import Software Version Transport 3 0 0 82 Preset 3 Preset 3 Recall Export Import Connection Status Connected E Preset 4 Preset 4 Recall Export Import Preset 5 Preset 5 Recall Export import Network e A AJA Ki Pro 2 AJA Ki Pro 3 Preset 7 Preset 7 Recall Export import Ki Pro Mini 1 Playlists OO All Clips Preset 6 Preset 6 Recall Export Import CP_Playlist1 Preset 8 Preset 8 Recall Export Import Preset 9 Preset 9 Recall Export Import Preset 10 Preset 10 Recall Export Import Preset 11 Preset 11 Recall Export Import Preset 12 Preset 12 Recall Export Import Preset 13 Preset 13 Recall Export Import Preset 14 Preset 14 Recall Export Import Preset 15 Preset 15 Recall Export Import Preset 16 Preset 16 Recall Export Import Preset 17 Preset 17 Recall Export Import Preset 18 Preset 18 Recall Export Import Preset 19 Preset 19 Recall Export Import Preset 20 Preset 20 Recall Export Import Presets de All E m Export Import Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Presets Screen Recall 91 1 The Recall buttons recall saved preset configurations When you recall a Preset Configuration the recalled preset immediately replaces the system s existing configuration All previous settings are lost unless you have previously stored them in another preset configuration or an exported file Save The Save buttons let you save the cu
92. in a pause mode note that the stop button will flash if media playback is paused The STOP button is fully illuminated in stop mode PLAY Press PLAY to begin forward playback of the current clip at normal speed RECORD Press the red button to begin recording Once in RECORD mode all other transport buttons are locked out except the STOP button FFWD gt gt Press button to begin fast playback of the current clip at 2x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When fast forwarding audio is muted REV Pressing REV when not lit begins playback of the current clip in reverse at 1x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 2x 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When playing in reverse audio is muted for all speeds AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Ey kp UY SELECT up down The SELECT up down buttons operate differently the beginning Note that ordering and playback of clips is based on timestamp order creation date not clip name However in a playlist ordering and playback is determined by playlist order In the MENU mode the SELECT buttons select parameters for adjustment Holding down either of the SELECT buttons causes them to repeat ADJUST up down The ADJUST up down buttons operate differently depending on whether Ki Pro Mini is in TRANSPORT mode or ME
93. is nearly full with a Media Low prompt at 15 of the remaining capacity At 10 of the total capacity of the media the Media Full prompt will appear Any recordings that have been started will stop once 10 is reached and no further recordings can be performed using this media until it is formatted again or a MEDIA gt Delete Clips gt DELETE ALL has been performed Deleting clips to produce more than 10 free space will allow recording to resume To playback recorded media select a clip and press PLAY If the clip you wish to playback is not currently selected use the SELECT up down buttons until the clip name appears on the display Like recording there is more than one way to initiate playback front panel or web browser From the front panel these are the basic steps 1 Press the STOP button to get to the TRANSPORT mode if not already there Find the clip name in the display it shows the current clip reel 2 Press the SELECT up or down arrow button repeatedly until you find the clip you are looking for 3 Press the PLAY gt button 4 When playing back a clip PLAY FF or REV the first push of STOP acts asa Pause mode the playback is paused the current point of the clip is displayed and the STOP button will flash A second push of STOP will completely stop the playback and Ki Pro Mini s outputs will go into an E to E mode the currently selected inputs will be bypassed to the outputs When a playback reaches the en
94. l i ca Playlists 000 All Clips MTB so gt Ena Connected Network u AJA Ki Pro 2 AJA Ki Pro 3 CP Playlist Ki Pro Mini 1 Audio Input Audio Channels Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Config Screen Note In the following web screen control definitions the number in parentheses refers to the Parameter descriptions in Chapter 2 you can read more information there about the choices and their meanings Record Type 1 1 This parameter defines the frame recording method of media stored RECORD TYPE can be configured to record the incoming video signal in a NORMAL manner as a PsF signal ifthe incoming source is 1080psf 29 97 for example or VFR for variable framerate recording of the SD SDI HD SDI input such as Varicam 1080p Playback 1 3 This parameter defines the format applied when 1080p media is played back from storage Super Out 1 9 This parameter provides superimposition of timecode and transport state Record Pause etc onto the SDI output Video Input 2 1 This parameter selects a video input source from the video input connections available This is the video that will be recorded and or passed through Audio Input 2 2 This parameter selects an audio input source from the audio input connections available This is the audio that will be recorded and or passed through EZ J SYSTEMS Audio Channels 2 3 This parameter selects the use of either two or eight audio channels via SD
95. le through them If everything is OK then a SYSTEM NORMAL message will be seen when you cycle through the STATUS displays Examples of ALARM displays are shown below WARNING appears on the first line and the prompted action item on the second line WARNING NO MEDIA WARNING MEDIA REMOVED WARNING MEDIA LOW WARNING DROPPED FRAMES WARNING A V MISMATCH WARNING NO VIDEO INPUT WARNING INVALID SELECTION Warning Examples You will be alerted to an alarm condition by having all backlit keys and the display flash to full intensity for 2 seconds If more than one alarm state is active then the display will hold each alarm notification for 3 seconds before cycling to the next alarm These alarm notifications override whatever the display is currently showing for the TRANSPORT or STATUS menus Once there is a Ki Pro Mini alarm active e g Invalid Selection the STATUS button light will blink for as long as the alarm is present This alerts you so you ll know the reasons for the alarm condition are still active you can then press the STATUS button to determine what the alarm condition is CONFIG and MEDIA menus once entered after an alarm notification will cause the alarm display to go away Pushing any button always returns Ki Pro Mini to its pre alarm state however if the alarm condition still exists after this initial button push i e the reason for the alarm the alarm notification will reappear on the display
96. ller only connected to Ki Pro Mini and use it to arm recording you need a LANC enabled Sony or Canon camera in the signal chain The camera is the essential element because it contains the LANC or Control L protocol if only a camera is used it can be connected to Ki Pro Mini directly and if the camera begins recording the Ki Pro Mini will also begin recording 8 3 REC KEY default Start when Record button is pressed ARM RECORDING TC REC KEY Start on Time Code or Record button LANC REC KEY Start Ki Pro Mini under LANC or Record button control When selected and you have a LANC controller connected to the Ki Pro Mini and looped out to the camera the Ki Pro Mini will go into record when you hit record on the LANC controller 13 1 CAMERA DATA Some cameras produce SDI ancillary data that users may want to transfer to their Ki Pro Mini recordings Examples include start stop commands timecode reel name clip name and take The CONFIG menu parameter 13 1 Camera Data is designed to address this use of SDI ancillary data The default for this parameter is None when this is selected no camera metadata is passed to any of the Ki Pro Mini parameters even if a camera with SDI ancillary data is connected to the Ki Pro Mini If an appropriate camera is present and sending appropriate SDI ancillary data and that camera manufacturer model is selected from the list then AJA passes as much of the metadata that is available from t
97. ls WARNING Invalid Selection appears if conflicting configuration settings are made WARNING Non VFR Format appears if 1 1 Record type is set to VFR variable frame rate but the video to record is not a valid VFR type This can happen because the video format on the selected video input doesn t support or isn t carrying VFR ancillary data or the video signal generator is enabled in 41 2 VIDEO SG WARNING Please Reboot appears if media was removed without the use of the slot button and the Ki Pro cannot continue operating and must be rebooted MEDIA menus Asthe name implies these menus display choices are all related to media storage the type of encoding and how Ki Pro Mini behaves when recording and playing back There are also menus for naming reels clips and takes Media Menu 12 1 Media State Parameters This parameter applies to using the Ki Pro Mini to transfer data For normal video operation select Record Play For data transfer using an Ethernet LAN choose Data LAN The Data Media State allows valid media to be copied to or from the Ki Pro Mini Valid media files for copy to Ki Pro Mini are the following e QuickTime files that are full raster 720x486 720x576 1280x720 or 1920x1080 e QuickTime files that are encoded as Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 Proxy Apple ProRes 422 LT Apple ProRes422 HQ Files must be Ki Pro Mini supported frame rates and must use 24 bit 48kHz audio 2 or 8 channel if
98. match the shooting script and are acceptable when imported into the Final Cut Pro 7 Browser window or Final Cut Pro X s Events The Final Cut Pro 7 Browser window provides columns of data used to describe the media In the most minimal form Name Media Start Media End and Reel are the required pieces of information for a Final Cut Pro clip to be properly perceived as valid media Additional information or QuickTime metadata is useful and can be mapped into the myriad choices provided in the Final Cut Pro Browser column headings Final Cut Pro X also uses such information and can provide even more support for QuickTime file metadata Example 1 using the factory default AJA parameter settings REEL NAME CLIP NAME SC CLIP NUMBER 1 CLIP APPEND Alpha ALPHA APPEND A The resulting clip would be named and displayed as SC1ATK1 The media would be named 001 if mounted on the OS X desktop as a volume Example 2 using customized settings REEL NAME 002 CLIP NAME CLIP CLIP NUMBER 12 CLIP APPEND None ALPHA APPEND B The resulting clip would be named as follows CLIP12TK1 The media would be named 002 if mounted on a desktop as a volume 17 3 CLIP NUMBER This parameter determines the clip number from 1 to 999 that follows the CLIP NAME and is associated with all clips generated while using this setting 17 3 1 to 999 Press ADJUST button up or down to change the CLIP NUMBER def
99. meter is used with parameter above 41 1 to determine the type of video test signal output by Ki Pro Mini Audio SG 41 3 This parameter determines the audio signal output from Ki Pro Mini s internal test signal generator OFF silence or 1 kHz tone System Name 50 5 This parameter defines a name for Ki Pro Mini and gives it a unique identifier This same name is used when displaying systems via the web interface Date Set 55 4 55 6 This parameter manually sets the calendar date and time of the internal Ki Pro Mini clock Display Intensity 70 2 This parameter determines the brightness of the alphanumeric display and front backlit buttons Fan Speed 70 3 This parameter determines the speed of Ki Pro Mini s internal cooling fan In some environments where audio recording is occurring close to the Ki Pro Mini unit it may be desirable to set the fan speed to QUIET AUTO or QUIET RECORD Media Scre Menu Status Config Media Transport Presets Network Firmware VIDEO SYSTEMS en 1 VIDEO SYSTEMS Playlists Se All Clips CP_Playlist1 This screen offers settings for a variety of media related functions including formatting storage media type of Apple ProRes 422 encoding and reel and clip definitions MIPRO TI Connection o Media State Serial Number 48000340 Software Version Connection Status Connected CNN ProRes 422 3 0 0 82 Play Media Network ro Loop Play
100. mpe o somente com um pano seco Avviso Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un panno asciutto Warning Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Avertissement Ne bloquez aucune ouverture de ventilation Suivez les instructions du fabricant lors de l installation Warnung Die L ftungs ffnungen d rfen nicht blockiert werden Nur gem f den Anweisungen des Herstellers installieren Advertencia No bloquee ninguna de las aberturas de la ventilaci n Instale de acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante Aviso N o obstrua nenhuma das aberturas de ventilac o Instale de acordo com as instruc es do fabricante Avviso Non ostruire le aperture di ventilazione Installare in conformit con le istruzioni del fornitore Safety and Compliance Warning Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Avertissement N installez pas l appareil pr s d une source de chaleur telle que des radiateurs des bouches d air de chauffage des fourneaux ou d autres appareils amplificateurs compris qui produisent de la chaleur Warnung Nicht in der N he von W rmequellen wie Heizk rpern Heizregistern fen oder anderen W rme erzeugenden Ger ten einschlie lich Verst rkern aufstellen Advertencia No instale cerca de fuentes de calo
101. n each unit Gang is where the units can be added or removed from the gang Master allows the promotion of a Ki Pro unit to the controlling role in the gang Settings allows for the configuration of clip names on the Master and Slave Ki Pro units click to refresh System Input Format Free Storage Gang Master Settings All Clear Clear AJA Ki Pro 2 525i 29 97 40 o Use Slave Name AJA Ki Pro 3 525i 29 97 100 o Use Slave Name Use Custom Clip Name OFF Clip Name SC Clip Number 1 Ki Pro Mini 1 525i 29 97 Clip Append Alpha Alpha Append A Take 7 All Clear Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Transport Screen Show Gang Control To add a Ki Pro to a gang simply select the checkbox for the unit in the Gang column As a shortcut if all available Ki Pro units are desired for a gang select the All item below Gang Alternately if you want to clear units from a gang deselect them or use the Clear option Important There can be only one Master in a gang typically the IP address for the Ki Pro unit you entered and are viewing the web Ul on is the one which should be promoted to the controlling role If the unit with the IP address that is currently being viewed via the web Ul is selected a red capitalized MASTER text will appear on the webpage above the columns A Master Ki Pro unit can send three items to the slave Ki Pros units within a gang a record start command a stop command and clip naming The record start and s
102. n be used with any video input 2 2 SDI default Selects SDI embedded audio from the SDI input AUDIO INPUT connector if SDI video input is selected XLR Selects the XLR input for audio input HDMI Selects HDMI embedded audio if HDMI video input is selected Note XLR input could be microphone level or line level depending on the connector panel switch setting AJA 2 3 AUDIO CHANNELS 4 1 ANALOG AUDIO 6 1 GENLOCK VIDEO SYSTEMS 2 3 AUDIO CHANNELS This parameter selects the use of either two or eight audio channels Generally when working with camera sources there are only one or two audio tracks being produced and therefore 2 channel would be the appropriate selection In post production use there are often more channels of audio required so 8 channel audio may be the appropriate choice in such situations Ki Pro Mini only allows for the selection of either 2 channels or 8 channels of audio to be written to the QuickTime file that is recorded Therefore if the source has more than 2 channels of audio but less than 8 channels of audio that need to be preserved the CONFIG Menu parameter 2 3 Audio Channels would need to be set to 8 Channels Notes 1 Not all devices support 8 channel audio Ki Pro Mini does not provide a mixdown option for 8 channel recordings on output so be sure to use devices that support 8 channel audio via SDI if the 8 channels recorded are desired 2 If 8 Channels are s
103. ni with the changed information entered here Default Gateway 50 4 enter the IP address for your LAN s gateway router if you have one You must also click the Apply button to update Ki Pro Mini with the changed information entered here Update Network Settings pressing this button requests Ki Pro Mini to update its IP information with that entered on this screen Available Ki Pros The Network panel lists Ki Pro devices present on the same local LAN as the current Ki Pro Mini see note below The serial numbers of all Ki Pros on the LAN or their defined System Names see parameter 50 5 are listed and clicking on any of these will bring up the Status screen of that Ki Pro device The Ki Pros on the network may be running different software versions so screens may look different As a rule it s wise to have all your Ki Pro devices running the most current software and the same version Also without a properly configured default gateway whether you have a router gateway or not the discovery feature on the Network panel may not work Note Ki Pro devices shown are cached and may not reflect the realtime state of all Ki Pros on the LAN As Ki Pros are added or removed from the network they may take awhile to appear in the Network listing If at any time you want a current view of the network clearing the cache and showing the realtime state click the up arrow in the top right corner of the Network panel twice to refresh close
104. nto the TRANSPORT default menu Several operations may result in an ARE YOU SURE interaction for example FORMAT MEDIA This protects you from inadvertent actions and ensures that accidental button presses don t have negative repercussions When you answer yes to an ARE YOU SURE prompt the display then changes to an in progress display and automatically returns to the menu when the operation is complete When recording Ki Pro Mini is in an E to E state Certain parameters are stored in non volatile memory so that the parameter is remembered between power cycles for example system name and date time There is more than one way to record a clip since you can control Ki Pro Mini in numerous ways The MEDIA and CONFIG menus presented later in this chapter detail the parameters available to control recording Before we get into that level of detail here s an example of just how simple recording can be 1 Press the STATUS button You ll see the currently selected input and input format line 1 and the chosen recording format and audio input line 2 2 If these settings are acceptable then push the red RECORD button below the display 3 The green LED next to the CF card release button will begin blinking showing that a recording is in process and you ll see the timecode changing on the display The RECORD button is also backlit while recording 4 When you ve finished recording press the STOP button You can of
105. o level Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus 41 3 AUDIO SG This parameter determines the audio signal output from Ki Pro Minis internal test signal generator 41 3 OFF default Turn audio test signal output OFF AUDIO SG Silence Output an audio test signal containing silence only 1 kHz Output a standard 1 kHz test signal tone 50 1 IP CONFIG This parameter determines the type of TCP IP network configuration used by Ki Pro Mini Note With parameters 50 1 50 2 and 50 3 there is no timeout when editing changes made while in these menus will be saved and activated when the menu is exited 50 1 STATIC ADDR Assign a static IP address manually parameters 50 2 IP CONFIG 50 3 and 50 4 will have to be entered to accomplish this DEFAULT ADDR Use the factory default static IP address 10 65 74 65 DHCP default Select automatic IP address assignment from DHCP server on LAN Note if Ki Pro Mini cannot find a DHCP server to communicate with it will select the default factory IP address of 192 168 0 2 50 2 IP ADDRESS This parameter determines the static IP address used by Ki Pro Mini for TCP IP networking 50 2 variable Using the adjust buttons enter an IP address compatible IP ADDRESS with your LAN if you have one If direct connecting to a computer enter a legal IP address that you ll also enter in the computer s web browser This is only needed
106. of one frame per button push up forward down reverse To delete a previously recorded clip 1 In TRANSPORT mode use the SELECT up and down arrow buttons to browse through the clips on the current CF card When a clip is on another CF card you will press SLOT repeatedly until it s selected 2 When you find a clip you want to delete press the DELETE CLIP button 3 Ki Pro Mini asks Are you sure Press the ADJUST up arrow button to confirm deletion Pressing the down arrow or any other button will abort the deletion The STATUS menus display I O status and Alarm information The STATUS menu can be accessed almost anytime and will not change any active transport modes Like the CONFIG and MEDIA menus STATUS display screens can be viewed by pushing the SELECT up or down buttons Pressing STATUS will exit the screens and return to TRANSPORT mode where an action could still be occurring like playback or even recording Record Mode As mentioned earlier in this chapter Line 1 Displays the current clip Line 2 Displays the current reel number and the current slot selected Line 3 Displays the timecode for the clip being recorded or played as well as the percentage of the media capacity remaining AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Alarm Status The Alarm menu displays warnings and alarms Some alarms will automatically be shown on the display Others will only be seen by checking the STATUS displays press Select up down to cyc
107. of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference at their own expense Attention Le p riph rique est un produit de Classe A Le fonctionnement de cet quipement dans une zone r sidentielle risque de causer des interf rences nuisibles auquel cas l utilisateur devra y rem dier ses propres frais MA VIDEO SYSTEMS Achtung Dies ist ein Ger t der Klasse A Bei Einsatz des Ger ts in Wohngebieten kann es St rungen des Radio und Fernsehempfangs verursachen In diesem Fall muss der Benutzer alle notwendigen Ma nahmen ergreifen die m glicherweise n tig sind um die St rungen auf eigene Rechnung zu beheben Precauci n Este es un producto clase A El uso de este equipo en reas residenciales puede causar interferencias nocivas en cuyo caso se requerir que los usuarios tomen cualquier medida necesaria para corregir la interferencia por cuenta propia Cuidado Este dispositivo um produto Classe A Operar este equipamento em uma rea residencial provavelmente causar interfer ncia prejudicial neste caso espera se que os usu rios tomem as medidas necess rias para corrigir a interfer ncia por sua pr pria conta Attenzione Questo dispositivo un prodotto di Classe A Il funzionamento di questo apparecchio in aree residenziali potrebbe causare interferenze dannose nel cui caso
108. on this web page should keep you informed of the progress Note Current and past releases of Ki Pro Mini software are available on the World Wide Web from AJA s website To get the software point your browser to Ki Pro Mini Update Page Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Update Firmware Screen Preparing to Update Software Connection Serial Number 48000340 Software Version 3 0 0 82 Connection Status Connected Although Ki Pro Mini comes from the factory pre installed with software it may not be as up to date as software posted on our AJA website This topic describes the steps required to upgrade the software in your Ki Pro Mini 1 Download the Latest Ki Pro Mini Software Current and past releases of Ki Pro Mini software are available on the World Wide Web from AJA s website To get the software point your browser to This link is also available at the bottom of the Update Firmware screen discussed later Once you re at the update page Ki Pro Mini software files can be selected to download to your Mac or PC for upgrading your machine 2 Unpack the Software Ki Pro Mini software update files are ZIP files which you can open with a number of standard and third party uncompressor applications The software image that you ll install on Ki Pro Mini is a file with a name like kipro_ver_2 5 0 5 bin or similar Note Depending on your PC or Mac operating system settings the bin extension may not be visible
109. ort AJA Ki Pro 2 AJA Ki Pro 3 Ki Pro Mini 1 Off 3 Playlist CINES Format Media Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Media Screen Media State 12 1 This parameter defines whether the media is used for video audio recording or data transfer using an Ethernet LAN Encode Type 14 1 This parameter defines the Apple ProRes encoding method Play Media 15 1 This parameter determines behavior during playback one clip will play when Play is selected or all clips will be played or the clips in the playlist will be played See parameter 15 1 Play Media in Chapter 3 for greater detail and caveates Loop Play 15 2 This parameter turns looped playback on and off Format Media 16 1 This parameter is used to format the currently selected storage device Reel Name 17 0 The reel name is a number between 1 and 999 that determines the name of the media as it will appear when the CF card is mounted on a Mac OSX desktop To enter a specific value click on the number to highlight it type in a value and press Enter to confirm the new value You may also click and drag on the slider to make adjustments To increment by single values using the slider click the slider to highlight it and then press the back arrow or forward arrow on your keyboard Clip Name 17 2 This parameter determines the clip name associated with all clips generated while using this setting The clip name is either Clip or SC Ki Pro Mini Inst
110. r TRS jack and then loops it through to a second connector loop LANC or Local Application Control Bus System sometimes called Control L is a Sony protocol for synchronizing cameras Available on many brands of cameras LANC enables accessories to control camera and Ki Pro Mini record stop functions Power Connector On the underside of Ki Pro Mini is a standard 4 pin male XLR connector for supplying 12 Volt DC power to the unit You can use either the supplied AC Adapter or furnish your own battery source Since the connector is an industry standard pinout choices are varied and flexible Many 3rd party vendors offer products using this standardized power connector Pin 1 Pin 4 Pins 2 and 3 not used Warning Ki Pro Mini has no user serviceable parts To remove power from the unit remove the 4 pin XLR power connector to ensure disconnection Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Warning Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provide
111. r tales como radiadores registros de calor estufas u otros aparatos incluidos amplificadores que generan calor Aviso N o instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores sa das de calor fog es 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 Warning Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Avertissement R f rez vous au personnel de service qualifi pour tout entretien L entretien est exig quand l appareil a t endommag de quelque mani re que ce soit par exemple lorsque le cordon d alimentation ou la prise sont endommag s que du liquide a t vers ou des objets sont tomb s dans l appareil que l appareil a t expos la pluie ou l humidit ne fonctionne pas normalement ou est tomb Warnung Das Ger t sollte nur von qualifizierten Fachkr ften gewartet werden Eine Wartung ist f llig wenn das Ger t in irgendeiner Weise besch digt wurde wie bei besch digtem Netzkabel oder Netzstecker falls Fl ssigkeiten oder Objekte in das
112. ree Trade Association These countries listed in the following paragraph are referred to as The European Community throughout this document AUSTRIA BELGIUM BULGARIA CYPRUS CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK ESTONIA FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GREECE HUNGARY IRELAND ITALY LATVIA LITHUANIA LUXEMBOURG MALTA NETHERLANDS POLAND PORTUGAL ROMANIA SLOVAKIA SLOVENIA SPAIN SWEDEN UNITED KINGDOM ICELAND LICHTENSTEIN NORWAY SWITZERLAND Marking by this symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the EMC Directive of the European Union 2004 108 EC This equipment meets the following conformance standards Safety CB IEC 60065 2001 A1 2005 NRTL UL 60065 2003 R11 06 CSA C22 2 NO 60065 2003 A1 06 GS EN 60065 2002 A1 Additional licenses issued for specific countries available on request Emissions EN 55103 1 1996 EN61000 3 2 2006 EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 A2 2005 Immunity EN 55103 2 1996 EN61000 4 2 1995 A1 1999 A2 2001 EN61000 4 3 2006 EN61000 4 4 2004 EN 61000 4 5 2005 EN 610004 6 2007 EN61000 4 1 1 2004 The product is also licensed for additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace Warning This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take appropriate measures Achtung Dieses ist ein Ger t der Funkst rgrenzwertklasse A In Wohnbereichen k nnen b
113. reset 8 Preset 9 Preset 9 Preset 10 Preset 10 Preset 11 Preset 11 Preset 12 Preset 12 Preset 13 Preset 13 Preset 14 Preset 14 Preset 15 Preset 15 Preset 16 Preset 16 Preset 17 Preset 17 Preset 18 Preset 18 Preset 19 Preset 19 Preset 20 Preset 20 Presets 1 20 2 Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Advanced Features To customize presets you may click on the second column of text fields and name the preset Factory Settings Super Out Activated Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 4 After you have entered a name for the preset press Enter The preset is not stored until you save it Important be sure that you have made all of the parameter settings you want for a particular preset before you save it By default all parameters are stored and recalled Recalling Presets To recall a preset select the Recall button in the row assocated with the desired preset Factory Settings Super Out Activated Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 4 You can also export a preset file to your computer or import a preset file from your computer Note AJA recommends that presets only be used between the same types of devices In other words only use presets from Ki Pro Minis with other Ki Pro Minis not with Ki Pros At any time you may perform a recall of the Factory Settings if you have presets enabled Important presets do survive reboots of the device If you want to be sure that your device does no
114. revious discussion 1 In the browser menus select Transport to Navigate to the Transport screen 2 Click Show Gang View on the Transport screen to see the Gang controls This view shows available Ki Pro systems 3 To gang systems together click the checkboxes in the Gang column 4 Select control of clip naming in the Settings column for each system either Slave Name or Master Name For details see the previous discussion 5 Select one master system by clicking the desired system in the Master column 6 For the master system set the clip naming in the Settings column 7 Use the master system to control record start and stop and clip naming Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Advanced Features Using Playlists Beginning with Ki Pro Mini version 3 0 firmware AJA provides tools for reviewing clips and creating playlists of clips These clip playlists can be managed on the web browser Playlists screen which includes a default All Clips playlist showing all clips on the Ki Pro Mini unit Working with the All Clips Playlist The default state of the Playlists is to list All Clips available All Clips represents all ofthe recordings made on the Ki Pro Mini or valid files transferred to the Ki Pro Mini VIDEO SYSTEMS Menu e amp D1 94 Reel 001 Filter Status EHW METE EE part 8 SCIATK6 4080i 29 97 00 10 28 24 12 21 11 22 09 58 a SC1ATKT7 1080i29 97 00 00 50 25 12 21 11 22 10 50 SC SC1ATK8 1080129 97
115. ro level USA signal levels of 24dBu 18dBu Selects pro level Europe signal levels of 18dBu 15dBu Selects pro level German signal levels of 15dBu 12dBu Selects consumer signal levels of 12dBu Note Maximum amplitude 0 dBFS 6 1 GENLOCK This parameter selects source of reference video used to genlock to during playback Ki Pro Mini always genlocks to the selected input during capture INPUT Use the currently selected input as the Genlock source FREERUN default Free run mode Ki Pro Mini syncs to its own timebase and is not locked to an external source Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual CONFIG menus 8 0 TC IN This parameter selects the source of timecode from those available TC VALUE default Use the value specified in parameter 8 1 TC VALUE SDI RP188 Use the timecode read from the embedded RP188 metadata in the SDI input HDMI Use the timecode from the HDMI input of select Sony camcorders LTC Use timecode from the LTC input connector TIME OF DAY Set TC to Time of Day clock CONFIG parameter 55 6 Select Sony NXCAM camcorders provide timecode output via HDMI such as the NEX FS100 and the HXR NX3D1 The following steps are suggested when working with HDMI timecode e Be sure to make the HDMI output connection from the camera to the Ki Pro Mini e Power up the camera and configure the camera settings for HDMI and HDMI timecode first e Power up Ki Pro Mini and set
116. row indication will appear next to the selected list in the Playlists portion of the web UI If you go to the Transport portion of the web UI you will now notice that the playlist is cued up ready for playback of the first clip in the list If you want to navigate within your list you may use the fast forward and rewind buttons or the select up down buttons You can loop playback of a list using the Media menu parameters as well Management of the Playlists is made possible via the web Ul creation and management of playlists from the front panel is not supported An indication of a selected playlist is presented on the front panel UI via menu parameter 15 3 Playlist The selection of a playlist does not survive reboots of the unit but the playlists that are created do survive reboots EZ VIDEO SYSTEMS Using Presets Beginning with version 3 0 firmware Ki Pro Mini offers a simple and efficient way to configure multiple parameters of the device from a preset You can store a preset configuration and then recall that preset later to return Ki Pro to the stored configuration Storing a Preset The easiest way to work with presets is via the web UI A Presets web UI page is provided where 20 customizable presets are offered Factory Preset Factory Settings Preset 1 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 2 Preset 3 Preset 3 Preset 4 Preset 4 Preset 5 Preset 5 Playlists O26 All Clips Preset 6 Preset 6 Da Preset 7 Preset 7 Preset 8 P
117. rrent configuration into the preset register with the associated name and number A preset is a set of system parameters as they were set at the time the preset was stored Only editable parameters are saved in the presets Non editable parameters are not saved Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet To change a preset name click in the name s text field and type a new name Then press Enter Factory Settings Factory Settings Super Out Activated Super Out Activated Preset 2 Preset 2 Ki Pro Web Interface Changing Preset Name Export The Export buttons save the associated preset contents to a file on your computer The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options The file name is the same as the preset name with the suffix presets If you export multiple files for the same preset a number gets appended to ensure a unique file name The file size is small usually less than 10 kilobytes Import The Import buttons let you browse for and import a preset file on your computer into the preset register associated with the selected button A dialog box warns you that the operation will overwrite the current preset contents with the contents stored in the file Export Presets 1 20 Lets you save the contents of all presets to a file on your computer The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options with the name all
118. rt WARNING Media Low will appear when the media only has 15 of capacity remaining Media must be switched out when it reaches 10 of capacity With 10 of media remaining the WARNING Media Full prompt will appear WARNING Media in Use may appear if you try to remove the media by pushing the SLOT button while an operation is still taking place Wait for the operation to finish and then try again WARNING Media Not Present may appear if media has been physically removed and the user hits the slot button WARNING Media Unformatted may appear if Ki Pro Mini does not recognize the file system on the CF card or the CF card has never been formatted WARNING Storage Removed will appear if the CF media is removed without first hitting the SLOT button to properly unmount it In the event this happens a CF card immediately re inserted into the Ki Pro Mini may show clips as N A and subsequent recordings may not be possible To resolve this issue mount the CF card on an Apple computer under Mac OSX then remove and re insert the CF media into your Ki Pro Mini If the CF card does not read properly you will need to format it WARNING Backup and Reformat may appear if CF media has issues being mounted by the Ki Pro Mini As the prompt indicates it is best to back up the media by copying it to another CF card hard drive or disk array and then reformat the CF media Some signs that the media is in a read only state even though clips hav
119. s we ll list the parameter menu numbers that are related so you can read the full definitions Additionally the Status screen lets you change parameter settings right on the screen if you right click the setting Menu of Ki Pro Screens Selections and Information S N software version Click one to Display and connection status that Screen JA VIDEO SYSTEMS Men O Ki Pro Mini 1 Status Connection 6 Status Serial Number Config VO Status 48000340 Media Video Input SDI Software Version Transport 3 0 0 82 Presets Input Format 5251 29 97 Network Connection Status j Input Timecode 01 00 00 00 Connected Firmware Record Format 525i 29 97 ProRes 422 Network H Audio Input SDI AJA Ki Pro 2 AJA Ki Pro 3 Ki Prg Mini 1 Playlists OSs All Clips CP_Playlist1 Alarms appear here List of Ki Pros on the LAN Click arrow icon to expand collapse Click gear icon for settings Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Status Screen Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet Config Screen The Config screen is a general purpose screen used to configure Ki Pro Mini s I O and also set up Ki Pro Mini s environment name clock settings display etc PROP VIDEO SYSTEMS Menu Connection o Status Record Type Config Media Transport 1080p Playback Presets Serial Number 48000340 Software Version are off b SDI L SDI L Connection Status Network Firmware Super Out Norma
120. seconds If a Select or Adjust button is held down continuously the changes will begin to happen automatically with acceleration if applicable Holding down both the Adjust up and Adjust down buttons at the same time will set that parameter back to its factory default value The CONFIG menu is for system set up and configuration Each parameter is numbered just like the MEDIA menus Many of the CONFIG menu parameters are used together to configure the type of Ki Pro Mini recording and associated conversion formats used on the input or output for a particular workflow 1 1 RECORD TYPE This parameter defines the frame recording method RECORD TYPE can be configured to record the incoming video signal in a NORMAL manner PsF signal if the incoming source is 1080psf 29 97 for example or variable frame rate VFR NORMAL default Record standard format as input PsF Record progressive segmented frame VFR Record variable frame rate Note A 23 98Hz source is automatically treated as PsF regardless of this setting For 29 97 Hz or 25 Hz NORMAL means encode as interlaced and PSF means encode as progressive This only applies to 1080 formats The following details clarify each case e 1080PsF 23 98 incoming video gt Normal selected gt 1080p 23 98 recorded to disk e 10801 25 incoming video gt PsF selected gt 1080p 25 recorded to disk e 10801 29 97 incoming video gt PsF selected gt 10
121. ssional 4 dBu device to a consumer audio input 10dBV 7 8 dBu may cause overloading whereas the output of a consumer device probably does not have sufficient power to drive a professional audio input With consumer and semi professional audio equipment a VU reading of 0 dB is typically referenced to 10 dBV 0 dBu 0 775 VRMS Genlock 6 1 This parameter selects source of reference video used to genlock to during playback TC In 8 0 This parameter selects the source of timecode from those available TC Value 8 1 This parameter selects an hour for timecode start TC Type 8 2 This parameter selects drop frame or non drop frame timecode Arm Recording 8 3 This parameter selects how recording will begin either by pressing the physical record button or web Record button via incrementing start stop timecode values or via a LANC signal If arm recording on timecode parameters 8 0 8 1 and 8 2 must be setto a qualified source and type of timecode Timecode that starts and stops such as is produced by record run timecode should be used freerun timecode is not viable for this feature since it does not produce start and stop values If arm recording using LANC you must have a LANC enabled device connected A LANC controller can be connected to the Ki Pro Mini and then looped out to the camera hitting record on the LANC controller will cause both the camera and the Ki Pro Mini to begin recording Important you cannot simpl
122. stem nams to switch the browser to the Status screen of that Ki Pro Mini system Note The screens of the Ki Pro system you control may look different ifthe software version is different As a rule it s wise to run the most current software on all your Ki Pros Also you must have a properly configured default gateway to see the Ki Pros Ifthe Default Gateway parameter 50 4 is not configured properly other Ki Pros will not be listed If the display shows No Ki Pros found then check the gateway setting Multiple Ki Pro units both Ki Pros and Minis can be used in unison to produce recordings via the Gang Control feature This feature is only available via the web Ul when Ki Pro units have IP addresses configured under a common network and subnet mask and are connected via their LAN connections to an ethernet switch or hub to a host computer AJA recommends that all Ki Pro units in a gang use the same firmware version Important Note Gang control via the web Ul is only supported under wired ethernet connections not under 802 11 wireless connections Ki Pros only since Ki Pro Minis don t support wireless 802 11 anyway AJA recommends disabling the 802 11 wireless connections when working with Ki Pro units under gang control Leaving 802 11 wireless connections enabled while operating Ki Pro units under gang control can lead to sluggish or erratic web Ul interactions Example You have a Ki Pro Master and a Ki Pro Slave both attach
123. t have someone else s settings in place you can perform a recall of Factory Settings prior to configuring and working with the Ki Pro Mini While the web Ul is the preferred method of working with presets they may also be saved and recalled from the front panel UI Important custom naming of presets is not possible from the front panel Ul presets will have their default names of Preset 1 Preset 2 etc To recall a preset from the front panel UI navigate to CONFIG menu parameter 91 1 Recall Preset Use the ADJUST up down buttons to select a preset Use the SELECT up button to choose a specific preset and the ADJUST up button to recall the preset To abort recalling a preset press the select down button AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS To save a preset navigate to CONFIG menu parameter 92 1 Store Preset Use the ADJUST up down buttons to select a preset Use the SELECT up button to choose a specific preset and the ADJUST up button to store the Preset To abort recalling a preset hit the select down button Hint in both CONFIG menu parameters 91 1 and 92 1 you can tell if you are navigating through the presets if you see the leading numeric characters flashing Again use the SELECT down button to exit these menu parameters For ease of use AJA strongly recommends using the web UI to work with presets more options are also available when using the web UI Appendix A Specifications Video Inputs Digital SD and HD SDI 1xBNC SMPTE 2
124. tely from a web browser connected via the Mini s ethernet RJ45 connector This chapter discusses controlling and using Ki Pro Mini from its front panel Remote control via browser is discussed later in Chapter 4 In Chapter two we discussed the panel controls overall so ensure you ve read and understand that material first Here in this Chapter we introduce each of the front panel s modes and menus plus talk about Clips and Reels with procedures for basic use First we introduce the two basic front panel modes TRANSPORT and MENU followed by how the SELECT and ADJUST buttons operate in each of these two panel modes Select Adjust el v The TRANSPORT mode is the default mode it controls basic PLAY STOP FF REV etc functions In the TRANSPORT mode the Select buttons up or down cycle through the clips in the currently selected storage slot like previous next and the Adjust buttons allow single stepping frame forward or backward Line 1 Displays the current clip Line 2 Displays the current reel number and the current slot selected Line 3 Displays the timecode for the clip being recorded or played as well as the percentage of the media capacity remaining An example display for the TRANSPORT mode default screen is shown below SC26ATK12 REEL 001 S1 01 04 23 10 47 For the MENU mode depressing one of the 3 MENU buttons STATUS CONFIG or MEDIA will enter the corresponding menu In the STATUS menus the S
125. the Ki Pro Mini may be used for data transfer The web UI will present Upload and Download buttons in the All Clips portion of the Ul If the Data LAN state is not active these buttons do not appear in the web UI Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual MEDIA menus 14 1 ENCODE TYPE This parameter defines the Apple ProRes encoding method 14 1 ProRes 422 default Record media as Apple ProRes 422 files ENCODE TYPE ProRes 422HQ Record media as Apple ProRes 422 HQ files ProRes 422LT Record media as Apple ProRes 422 LT files ProRes 422PX Record media as Apple ProRes 422 Proxy files 15 1 PLAY MEDIA This parameter determines behavior during playback 15 1 One default Plays one clip and then stops playback PLAY MEDIA All All Playlist Plays the current clip and then continues Playlist playing the next clip on the Ki Pro Mini media or the playlist Note that with this setting Ki Pro Mini will play all clips back regardless of format or framerate but you may notice the video monitor reset for format framerate changes If all clips are the same format and framerate or conversion is applied to the output for clips with the same Hz then clips play out smoothly one after another 15 2 LOOP PLAY This parameter turns looped playback on and off 15 2 OFF default Play clip s and then stop playback when complete LOOP PLAY ON Play clip s and then loop back and repeat playback
126. the other clips before it See Using Playlists on page 77 at the end of this chapter for an additional tutorial on working with playlists LIPPE VIDEO SYSTEMS Menu e S1 94 Reel 001 Fite OPENS o Status Serial Number i Y Name Format Duration 7 Date Config C M m a 48000340 weg Clip ATK 10801 29 97 00 00 00 01 05 04 11 08 13 19 EES rans SAT A i 8 Cip ATK2 1080029 97 00 00 00 01 05 04 11 08 13 22 p 1 Presets Connection Status 3 Nel 10801 29 97 00 00 00 01 05 04 11 08 13 24 4 5 Network Connected B Clip1ATK4 1080i 29 97 00 00 00 01 05 04 11 08 13 25 Le S 10801 29 97 00 00 00 01 05 04 11 08 13 28 Playlists ooo 6 8 Clip1ATK6 1080i 29 97 00 03 31 11 05 04 11 08 18 07 AJA Ki Pro 2 Showing 1 to 6 of 6 clips CP Playlist Ki Pro Mini 1 Firmware Network ro Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Playlists All Clips Screen Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet Alarms Screen The Alarms display is present on each screen and constantly shows you the state of any alarms in the system The Alarms area normally contains a green box displaying None if there are no alarms If an alarm is generated the Alarms area displays a red box containing text describing the alarm If multiple alarms are generated they appear as multiple red boxes each one containing text describing the associated alarm ANJA PROP VIDEO SYSTEMS Mm 1 6 Connection 0
127. thing Ki Pro Mini defaults to DHCP If for some reason your IT administrator prefers an assigned IP address that is fixed called a static IP then get the IP address you ll be entering it in the IP CONFIG parameter If your LAN requires static IP addresses then also ask your IT administrator for the Subnet Mask and default gateway IP address your LAN s internet router The following two topics discuss two different ways to set up Ki Pro Mini via DHCP or via a static IP address The default configuration from the factory automatically looks for a DHCP server to issue an IP address So as long as your network has a DHCP server usually part of your router then you need to do nothing other than plugging the Ki Pro Mini into the net To manually select DHCP use the Select buttons to navigate to the parameter 50 1 IP CONFIG and then use the Adjust buttons to select DHCP That s it Pushing the Select Buttons Parameter Menu up or down until 50 1 is found Y Selected NS For View Edit 4 4 50 1 Select L Adjust Change Setting IP Config ii j until DHCP DHCP ss aol is displayed Parameter Editing Display Here are the steps to communicate with Ki Pro Mini after choosing the DHCP selection 1 Use the Select buttons to navigate to parameter 50 2 Note on a piece of paper the DHCP supplied IP address shown 2 With your laptop or desktop computer connected to the
128. those Recommendations cards listed on our website at http www aja com pdf KiProMini_qualifiedCF_cards pdf Ki Pro Mini Options Mounting Plate This option plate allows you to mount Ki Pro Mini to 3rd party devices The plate can be attached to the Ki Pro mini via 4 supplied screws plates can be attached to either side or both sides of Ki Pro Mini A large number of screw holes in the plate allows you to mate Ki Pro Mini to 3rd Party battery plates hot shoe adapters and other mounting applications Stand and Adapter This stand securely holds the Ki Pro Mini upright on a desk shelf or any flat surface A Cable right angle power cable is provided for easy connection between the standard Ki Pro power supply and the Ki Pro Mini In This Manual Chapter 1 is the introduction you re reading listing features box contents and system requirements Chapter 2 gets you started with Ki Pro Mini introducing the operator side controls and connector side features Chapter 3 provides complete instructions for operating the Ki Pro Mini from the Operator side controls and LCD display Chapter 4 discusses remote web browser control of Ki Pro Mini via Ethernet Appendix A lists specifications Appendix B safety and compliance information VIDEO SYSTEMS Overview Chapter 2 Getting Started When using Ki Pro Mini you ll make media cable connections to a variety of equipment based on how it s being used Chapters 2 and 3 discuss how
129. three years from the date of purchase If a product proves to be defective during this warranty period AJA Video at its option will either repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product To obtain service under this warranty the Customer must notify AJA Video of the defect before expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service by contacting AJA Video support through the channels set forth on the support contacts web page at http www aja com support index php Except as stated the Customer shall bear all shipping packing insurance and other costs excluding parts and labor to effectuate repair Customer shall pack and ship the defective product to a service center designated by 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 This warranty shall not apply to any defect failure or damage caused by negligent inadequate or improper use handling or maintenance Without limiting the foregoing AJA Video shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty or repair any damage or malfunction a resulting from attempts by personnel other than AJA Video representatives to install repair or service the product b resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible
130. top commands are controlled from the web UI Transport area above the gang information on the Master Ki Pro unit or via physical front panel buttons provided the unit is set to Local Only for the CONFIG parameter 35 2 The Settings area is where the Ki Pro clip name for each unit is decided By default the Ki Pro is configured to use the standard clip naming conventions not the custom clip naming conventions The first user selection is Use Custom Clip Name if the user wants to use the standard clip naming convention leave this set to OFF but if the user wants to create a custom clip name mouse click on the OFF to reveal a pulldown for OFF ON selection then click OK AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS If OFF was selected the next parameter would be Clip Name again clicking on the SC or Clip presented brings up the pulldown and the OK box Clip Number must be entered manually with a valid value for Ki Pro of 1 through 999 and then the enter return key must be hit NOTE If the enter return key is not entered after the selection the value will revert to whatever was previously shown Clicking on the value next to Clip Append and Alpha Append both bring up a pulldown and an OK button Take operates like the Clip Number where a valid value of 1 to 999 can be entered and then the enter return key needs to be hit for confirmation of the value For custom clip naming considerations review the section in this manual on
131. uccessive pushes increase the speed to 2x 4x 8x and 16x Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When playing in reverse audio is muted SELECT up down While in the TRANSPORT menu the SELECT buttons select clips and operate like previous and next keys When a clip is selected it is cued to the beginning of the clip Note that ordering and playback of clips is based on timestamp order not clip name ADJUST up down While in the TRANSPORT menu and in the STOP mode the ADJUST buttons will single step the current clip at a rate of one frame per button push up forward down reverse DELETE CLIP Dedicated button that when pressed deletes the currently selected clip When pressed the system displays a precautionary ARE YOU SURE prompt SLOT This button serves two purposes First it selects which CF card is accessed by the system Second the SLOT button is used to unmount currently selected CF media Caution Not using the SLOT button to unmount a CF card before removal can cause problems with the files stored on the CF card Pushing the SLOT button cycles between unmounting media and selecting media This function is only active when in the STOP mode and requires a PRESS STOP TO CONFIRM if not stopped After you select a slot the system returns to the last selected clip and timecode for that slot If the media has been changed since the slot was last s
132. ues using the slider click the slider to highlight it and then press the back arrow or forward arrow on your keyboard Custom Take 19 4 This parameter allows you to enter a custom take Once entered you ll have to click the Apply button for it to take effect To enter a specific value click on the number to highlight it type in a value and press Enter to confirm the new value You may also click and drag on the slider to make adjustments To increment by single values using the slider click the slider to highlight it and then press the back arrow or forward arrow on your keyboard EZ VIDEO SYSTEMS Gang Clip Name 22 1 This parameter is used when performing gang recording via multiple Ki Pros refer to Controlling Multiple Ki Pros earlier in this Chapter If you want to name clips the same way across all the recordings of all Ki Pro ganged units then use the Master Name pull down selection If you want to name clips independently on Ki Pro units then select Slave Name from the pull down Selecting Slave Name means that the recording will take it s name from the individual Ki Pro s parameters and not accept the value pushed to the Slave by the Master Ki Pro Refer to Custom Clip Naming in Chapter 3 for greater detail Transport Screen This screen offers record playback fast forward rewind and stop controls similar to those available on the operator side of Ki Pro Mini The screen also duplicates what is displayed
133. un lectricien pour le remplacement de la prise femelle obsol te Warnung Der Sicherheitszweck des gepolten bzw Schukosteckers ist zu ber cksichtigen Ein gepolter Stecker verf gt ber zwei Pole von denen einer breiter als der andere ist Ein Schukostecker verf gt neben den zwei Polen noch ber einen dritten Pol zur Erdung Der breite Pol bzw der Erdungspol dienen der Sicherheit Wenn der zur Verf gung gestellte Stecker nicht in Ihren Anschluss passt konsultieren Sie einen Elektriker um den veralteten Anschluss zu ersetzen Advertencia No eche por tierra la finalidad del tipo de enchufe polarizado con conexi n a tierra Un enchufe polarizado tiene dos espigas una m s ancha que la otra Un enchufe con conexi n a tierra tiene dos espigas iguales y una tercera espiga que sirve para la conexi n a tierra La expiga ancha o la tercera espiga sirven para su seguridad Si el enchufe suministrado no encaja en el tomacorriente consulte con un electricista para reemplazar el tomacorriente obsoleto Aviso N o anule a finalidade da seguran a da ficha polarizada ou do tipo liga o terra Uma ficha polarizada tem duas l minas sendo uma mais larga do que a outra Uma ficha do tipo de ligac o terra tem duas l minas e um terceiro terminal de ligac o terra A l mina larga ou o terceiro terminal s o fornecidos para sua seguranca Se a ficha fornecida n o couber na sua tomada consulte um electricista para a substituic o da tomad
134. ve transport mode The ALARM state displayed on the display shares functionality with STATUS The Select buttons can be used to cycle through alarms and I O status All menus and front panel operations are described in Chapter 3 CONFIG Button Pressing CONFIG when not lit enters the CONFIG menu Pressing CONFIG when it is lit turns Off the CONFIG menu returning you to the default TRANSPORT menu The CONFIG menu can only be entered from the STOP mode The CONFIG menu remembers which parameter it is set to when exited and will return to that same parameter when the menu is re entered MEDIA Button Pressing MEDIA when not lit enters the MEDIA menu Pressing MEDIA when it is lit will turn Off the MEDIA menu returning to the default TRANSPORT menu The MEDIA menu can only be entered from the STOP mode The MEDIA menu remembers which parameter it is set to when exited and will return to that same parameter when the menu is re entered Transport Control Buttons The transport buttons are always active STOP Bi The STOP button has a dual function When playing back a clip PLAY FF or REV the first push of STOP acts as a pause mode the playback is paused the current point of the clip is displayed and the STOP button flashes A second push of STOP completely stops the playback and directs Ki Pro Mini s outputs into an E to E mode the currently selected inputs bypass to the outputs To determine at a glance if the STOP button is
135. ware Screen 72 User Interface 84 V Variable bit rate VBR encoding 11 Video Input 83 Video Inputs 83 Video Outputs 83 Video Loss Of 50 VU Meters 19 W Warranty 10 Web browser control 30
136. without degradation It was designed by Apple for editing rather than as a transmission distribution codec as are most popular codecs Some of the advantages include e Full size 1920 by 1080 and 1280 by 720 HD resolutions e Full size 720 by 486 and 720 by 576 SD resolutions e 4 2 2 chroma sampling Provides precise compositing and blending at sharp saturated color boundaries 10 bit sample depth Preserves subtle gradients of 10 bit sources perfect for green screen compositing graphics or color correction with no visible banding artifacts e frame only encoding Ensures consistent quality in every frame and no artifacts from complex motion e Variable bit rate VBR encoding Smart encoding analyzes the image and allocates more bits to complex frames e Low data rate requirements make for more storage options and require less drive space to store high quality video Optimized for efficient real time effects What s In The Box When you unpack your Ki Pro Mini you ll find the following components e Ki Pro Mini CD ROM this CD contains documentation including this manual you re reading PDF format e Ki Pro Mini QuickStart Guide contains brief instructions to a first time user to get the unit up and running quickly e Ki Pro Mini Recorder e AC Adapter 110 220 with industry standard 4 pin XLR connector for supplying power to the Ki Pro Mini A standard North American line cord with 3 prong plug
137. www aja com Mit mum eae i T de j ADO i el 8 Version 3 0 Published 2 13 2012 Installation and Operation Guide Because it matters VIDEO SYSTEMS AJA VIDEO SYSTEMS Trademarks AJA KONA Ki Pro KUMO and XENA are registered trademarks of AJA Video Inc Ki Pro Mini lo Express lo HD lo 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 Final Cut Pro QuickTime and the QuickTime Logo are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders Notice Copyright O 2012 AJA Video Inc All rights reserved All information in this manual is subject to change without notice No part of the document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying or recording without the express written permission of AJA Inc Contacting Support To contact AJA Video for sales or support use any of the following methods Telephone 800 251 4224 or 530 274 2048 Fax 530 274 9442 Web http www aja com Support Email support aja com Sales Email sales aja com Limited Warranty AJA Video warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
138. y have a LANC controller only connected to Ki Pro Mini and use it to arm recording you need a LANC enabled Sony or Canon camera in the signal chain The camera is the essential element because it contains the LANC or Control L protocol if only a camera is used it can be connected to Ki Pro Mini directly and if the camera begins recording the Ki Pro Mini will also begin recording Ki Pro Mini Installation and Operation Manual Web Browser via Ethernet Camera Data 13 1 This parameter controls the use of camera generated ancillary data Some cameras produce ancillary data that Ki Pro Mini users may want to transfer to their recordings Examples include start stop commands timecode reel name clip name and take If a selection other than NONE is selected and an appropriate camera is present and sending appropriate ancillary data the metadata available from the camera will be passed into the Ki Pro Mini s timecode value file name and other applicable parameters Please read the discussion on Config Parameter 13 1 Camera Data in Chapter 3 for additional information Loss of Video 32 0 This parameter selects whether recording continues when valid video is not present Video SG Format 41 1 This parameter determines the video format output from Ki Pro Minis internal test signal generator Video SG 41 2 This parameter determines the video signal output from Ki Pro Mini s internal test signal generator This para

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