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14.1 ENCODE TYPE

This parameter defines the Apple ProRes encoding method if ProRes has been selected 
as the encoding mode. These are the options:

Or the following appears if 14.0 Encode Mode has been set to DNxHD. (These selections 
are valid only if an HD source is used—1080p for DNxHD 36.)

Note:

Note: Unlike Apple ProRes 422, Avid DNxHD encoding does not provide support 

for standard definition video. If standard definition video is input and an Avid 
DNxHD encode type has been selected, a warning prompt will appear: "WARNING 
Change Encode Input not HD."

15.1 PLAY MEDIA

This parameter determines behavior during playback. These are the options:

15.2 LOOP PLAY

This parameter turns looped playback on and off. These are the options:

15.3 PLAYLIST

This parameter displays the name of the selected playlist. These are the options:

ProRes 422 (default)
ProRes 422HQ
ProRes 422LT
ProRes 422PX

Record media as Apple ProRes 422 files.
Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (HQ) files.
Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (LT) files.
Record media as Apple ProRes 422 (Proxy) files.

DNxHD 220x (default)
DNxHD 145
DNxHD 36

Record media as Avid DNxHD 220x files.
Record media as Avid DNxHD 145 files.
Record media as Avid DNxHD 36 files.

One (default)
All
Playlist

Plays one clip and then stops playback
All/Playlist—Plays the current clip and then continues 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.

OFF (default)
ON

Play clip(s) and then stop playback when complete
Play clip(s) and then loop back and repeat playback

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.

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Summary of Contents for Ki PRO mini

Page 1: ...Installation Operation Guide Version 4 2 Published September 6 2013 USO RESTRITO ...

Page 2: ...nectors 12 Operator Side 12 Connector Side 15 Connections 16 Power Connector 17 Storage 18 Formatting Media 18 Using Ki Pro Mini Media in Final Cut Pro 19 Using Ki Pro Mini Media with Avid Media Composer 19 Installation 19 Desktop Mounting 20 Camera Mounting 20 Applying Power 21 Remote Network Control 23 Network Connections 23 TCP IP Information You ll Need 24 Networking via DHCP 24 Networking Ki ...

Page 3: ...Media Menu Parameters 43 Custom Clip Naming 49 CONFIG menus 50 CONFIG Menu Parameters 51 Chapter 5 Browser Remote Control 64 Remote Control Overview 64 Resetting Values To Factory Settings 64 Web Browser via Ethernet 64 General Screen Information 65 Config Screen 66 Media Screen 68 Transport Screen 71 Presets Screen 73 Network Screen 75 Playlists Screen 76 Alarms Screen 77 Update Firmware Screen 7...

Page 4: ...ree Trade Association EFTA Regulatory Compliance 93 Declaration of Conformity 93 Korea KCC Compliance Statement 94 Taiwan Compliance Statement 94 Japanese Compliance Statement 94 Translated caution statements warning conventions and warning messages 95 Before operating your Ki Pro Mini unit read the instructions in this document 95 Warranty and Liability Information 103 Limited Warranty 103 Limita...

Page 5: ...ology Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders Copyright Copyright 2013 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 Co...

Page 6: ...HD QuickTime files on industry standard Compact Flash CF media When removed Compact Flash cards function as standard HFS drives when connected to a computer via any standard off the shelf Compact Flash readers 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 batter...

Page 7: ...er interface features an LCD display with 15 control buttons Compact Flash CF 2 slots for use with industry standard CF card readers to connect to 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 12 Volt AC to DC adapter with industry standard 4 pin XLR connector connects to the Mini via a connector loca...

Page 8: ... rate requirements make for more storage options and require less drive space to store high quality video Optimized for efficient real time effects 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 ...

Page 9: ...dapter 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 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 Figure 1 Ki Pro Mini Shipping Box Contents Ki Pro Mini Documentation CD Ki Pro M...

Page 10: ...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 Cable This stand securely holds the Ki Pro Mini upright on a desk shelf or any flat surface A right ...

Page 11: ... 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 D...

Page 12: ...uration 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 Head Phone Jack Power ON OFF lights when ON LED shows which CF slot is active 2 Compact Flash CF Card Slots Indicator LED shows which is active Audio Input Level Adjustment 2 Channel Press in and knob will pop out for easy adjustm...

Page 13: ...e 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 C...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...e 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 source 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 T...

Page 16: ...d 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 s...

Page 17: ...hantom 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 we...

Page 18: ...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 d...

Page 19: ...Pro Mini Media with Avid Media Composer Avid DNxHD QuickTime files produced on the Ki Pro Mini are designed for use with Avid Media Composer While these QuickTime files can be read in a variety of other non linear edit systems when the appropriate Avid QuickTime codec package has been installed AJA cannot verify the behavior or performance of DNxHD QuickTime files in these other non linear edit sy...

Page 20: ... 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 Warning Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has ...

Page 21: ...igure 6 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 and begin recording However i...

Page 22: ... 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 befo...

Page 23: ... 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 Eth...

Page 24: ...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 Here are the steps to communicate with Ki Pro Mini after choosing the DHCP selection 1 Use the Select button...

Page 25: ...ake some simple Parameter menu selections The illustration below shows the four menu selections you need to make while entering the information provided to you by your IT administrator as discussed earlier Figure 9 Configuring Ki Pro Mini with a Static IP Address 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 ...

Page 26: ...y 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 Fol...

Page 27: ... 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 ...

Page 28: ...er cord adapter Figure 10 Optional Ki Pro Mini Stand Kit Camera Mounting 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 Figu...

Page 29: ...o and video sources VTR s monitors and audio equipment mount the Ki Pro Mini unit as desired 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 ...

Page 30: ...ini 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 ...

Page 31: ...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 adminis...

Page 32: ...ss Networking via DHCP 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 ...

Page 33: ...2 2 Set the computer s 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 ...

Page 34: ...y your IT administrator as discussed earlier Figure 15 Configuring Ki Pro Mini with a Static IP Address 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 the Select button selects the octet and then the Adjust buttons select the desired number Pressing Select again advances to the next octet At t...

Page 35: ...y 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 Fol...

Page 36: ...es 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 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 ...

Page 37: ... shows the Interval Record status if Interval Record is enabled The displays for the STATUS menu are shown below 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 SC26ATK12 REEL 001 S1 01 04 23 10 47 STATUS Menu Record Mode RE...

Page 38: ...opped 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 ...

Page 39: ...ted navigate to 14 1 Encode Type and press the ADJUST up or down to select DNxHD 220x DNxHD 145 or DNxHD 36 if using 1080p 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 Pr...

Page 40: ...fter 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 SELECT up down while in TRANSPORT mode the SELEC...

Page 41: ...nu 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 cycle 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...

Page 42: ...rform 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 support WARNING Media Lo...

Page 43: ...l 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 channels 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...

Page 44: ...ect 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...

Page 45: ...ord media as Apple ProRes 422 HQ files Record media as Apple ProRes 422 LT files Record media as Apple ProRes 422 Proxy files DNxHD 220x default DNxHD 145 DNxHD 36 Record media as Avid DNxHD 220x files Record media as Avid DNxHD 145 files Record media as Avid DNxHD 36 files One default All Playlist Plays one clip and then stops playback All Playlist Plays the current clip and then continues playin...

Page 46: ...n 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 NOTE The REEL NAME cannot be changed once a recording session starts on the storag...

Page 47: ...o 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...

Page 48: ...o Clips and Takes using these standard naming conventions 1 Ki Pro Mini will not overwrite an existing clip 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 1 to 999 default 1 Press ADJUST button up or down to change ...

Page 49: ... may find that the more efficient method to perform custom clip naming is via the web UI entry fields NOTE When entering characters for a custom clip name you must scroll through all characters using the Adjust buttons until you reach the end of the name space before the name is accepted 19 1 CUSTOM CLIP This parameter enables or disables whether a custom clip name can be used via menu parameters ...

Page 50: ...ent 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 wi...

Page 51: ...D 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 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 w...

Page 52: ... level depending on the connector panel switch setting 2 3 AUDIO CHANNELS This parameter selects the use of either two or eight audio channels These are the options 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 cha...

Page 53: ...ith 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 6 1 GENLOCK This parameter selects source of...

Page 54: ...imecode 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 Mi...

Page 55: ... for the recording 9 2 INTERVAL TIME Determines the time period from which the interval frames are selected 13 1 CAMERA DATA Some cameras produce SDI ancillary data that users may want to transfer to their Ki Pro 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 ...

Page 56: ...meters 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 Canon C300 cameras provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values but not clip naming Pana AF100 Panasonic AG AF100 series cameras provide ancillary data that produces start stop commands and timecode values ...

Page 57: ...a is missing such as Reel Name the Ki Pro 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 the reel number associated with the clip created by the camera and the Ki Pro could differ To make camera integration as straightforward as poss...

Page 58: ...of the camera Canon HDMI In order to configure certain menu parameters on the Canon HDMI cameras the HDMI cable must not be connected to the camera Configure the camera s HDMI settings prior to connecting the HDMI output of the camera to the Ki Pro Mini Since the Canon HDMI selection is not camera specific like the other Camera Data selections other parameters must be set manually and are not auto...

Page 59: ...editing changes made while in these menus will be saved and activated when the menu is exited 525i 29 97 default 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 Select the video format desired for test signal output OFF default Black 75 Bars 100 Bars Turn test signal output OFF Video test signal output is color bla...

Page 60: ...K This parameter determines the subnet mask used by Ki Pro Mini for TCP IP networking NOTE The note about editing IP addresses in parameter 50 2 also applies to parameters 50 3 and 50 4 DEFAULT ADDR DHCP default Use the factory default static IP address 10 65 74 65 Select automatic IP address assignment from DHCP server on LAN Note if Ki Pro Mini cannot find a DHCP server with which to communicate...

Page 61: ... browser will present the login screen requesting that a password be entered before you can access any other parameter or configuration screen The password is initially set to the default value password variable 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 assign...

Page 62: ...lock when setting manually NTP not used Disabled default Login Disables the requirement for a login password when accessing the device via the web UI Login is required via the web UI before changes can be made to the Ki Pro Mini configuration 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 cat...

Page 63: ... SELECT up button and then press the ADJUST up button The message COMPLETE is displayed after a successful store 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 NOTE To set a single parameter to its factory default value go to that parameter and hold down both the Adjust up and Adjust down buttons at th...

Page 64: ...on for all web browsers or web browser versions Resetting Values To Factory Settings Note that anytime you need to return to the factory Ki Pro Mini configuration you 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 men...

Page 65: ...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 Controlling Multiple Ki Pros on page 79 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...

Page 66: ...e 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 Audio Chan...

Page 67: ...ng 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...

Page 68: ...is same name is used when displaying systems via the web interface UserAuthenticate 50 9 This parameter enables or disables an authentication login requirement when using the web UI 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...

Page 69: ...mber 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 a...

Page 70: ...efer 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 parameter...

Page 71: ...nt 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 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 P...

Page 72: ...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 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 FRMT MEDIA ...

Page 73: ...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 current configurati...

Page 74: ...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 presets If you export multiple files a number gets appended to ensure a unique file name Import Presets 1 20 ...

Page 75: ...ype 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 IP Address 50 2 Enter an IP address compatible with your LAN if you have one When networking Ki ...

Page 76: ... 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 cl...

Page 77: ...rms 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 Figure 25 Ki Pro Mini Web Interface Alarms Display USO RESTRITO ...

Page 78: ...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 http www aja com support ki pro ki pro php 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 se...

Page 79: ...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 ...

Page 80: ... 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 UI 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...

Page 81: ...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 v...

Page 82: ...evious 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 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 ...

Page 83: ...he 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 c...

Page 84: ... 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 Figure 31 Media Page Select a playlist from the Playlist parameter in the Media menu O...

Page 85: ...at are created do survive reboots 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...

Page 86: ...The web UI is the preferred method of working with presets but they may also be saved and recalled from the front panel UI IMPORTANT Custom naming of presets is not possible from the front panel UI 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 ...

Page 87: ...upload is given the name of the file being uploaded the size of the file being uploaded a progress bar and a Cancel button Additionally transfer speed information remaining time to transfer and percentage of data transferred are shown Note that if an upload is cancelled or interrupted for any reason the transfer may be resumed by simply selecting the clip that was transferring again and re startin...

Page 88: ...0 for 1080 HD or 1280x720 for 720 HD or 720x486 for NTSC SD or 720x576 for PAL SD A supported frame rate 23 98 24 25 or 29 97 fps for 1080p material 25 or 29 97 for 1080i material and 50 or 59 94 fps for 720p material Proper interlace setting for interlaced material for 59 94 Hz regions HD interlaced material will be top field first and SD interlaced material will be bottom field first For 50Hz re...

Page 89: ...hannel 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 525i 29 97 1080i 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 fro...

Page 90: ... 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 40C Safe Storage Temperature Range power OFF 20C to 60C Power Voltage 100 240 VAC to supplied AC Adapter 12 Vdc to power connector input on bottom of unit 12 Vdc minimum 18 Vdc maximum Current 1 5A ma...

Page 91: ...KiPro Mini v4 2 www aja com 91 Physical Weight 1 262 lbs 0 572 kg Dimensions See drawing below USO RESTRITO ...

Page 92: ...easures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 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 T...

Page 93: ...065 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 61000 4 6 2007 EN61000 4 11 2004 The product is also licensed for addition...

Page 94: ... 13438 Class A Japanese Compliance Statement 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 1 Class A ITE この装置は クラスA 情報技術装置です この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害 を引き起こすことがあります この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求され ることがあります ＶＣＣＩ Ａ USO RESTRITO ...

Page 95: ...n enthalten sind Advertencia Lea y siga todas las instrucciones y advertencias marcadas en el producto o incluidas en la documentación Aviso Leia e siga todos os avisos e instruções assinalados no produto ou incluídos na documentação 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 onl...

Page 96: ...ch as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Avertissement N installez pas l appareil près 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 Nähe von Wärmequellen wie Heizkörpern Heizregistern Öfen oder anderen...

Page 97: ...äß funktioniert oder fallen gelassen wurde Advertencia Consulte al personal calificado por cuestiones de reparación El servicio de reparación se requiere cuando el dispositivo ha recibido cualquier tipo de daño por ejemplo cable o espigas dañadas se ha derramado líquido o se han caído objetos dentro del dispositivo el dispositivo ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o humedad o no funciona de modo normal ...

Page 98: ...a interferencia por cuenta propia Cuidado Este dispositivo é um produto Classe A Operar este equipamento em uma área residencial provavelmente causará interferência prejudicial neste caso espera se que os usuários tomem as medidas necessárias para corrigir a interferência por sua própria conta Attenzione Questo dispositivo è un prodotto di Classe A Il funzionamento di questo apparecchio in aree re...

Page 99: ...ues elétricos Avviso Alta tensione Questa situazione o condizione può causare lesioni a causa di scosse elettriche Warning Only use attachments and accessories specified and or sold by the manufacturer Avertissement Utilisez seulement les attaches et accessoires spécifiés et ou vendus par le fabricant Warnung Verwenden Sie nur Zusatzgeräte und Zubehör angegeben und oder verkauft wurde durch den He...

Page 100: ... 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 conexión a tierra Un enchufe polarizado tiene dos espigas una más ancha que la otra Un enchufe con conexión a tierra tiene dos espigas iguales y una tercera espiga que sirve para la conexión a tier...

Page 101: ...rt 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 Gerät heraustritt Advertencia Puesto que el enchufe de la red eléctrica se utiliza como dispositivo de desconexión debe seguir siendo fácilmente accesible y operable Aviso Proteja o cabo de alimentação de ser pisado ou de ser comprimido partic...

Page 102: ...häuses wird die Garantie hinfällig 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 anulará la garantía a menos que se lo haga en un centro de servicio AJA o en un local autorizado Advertência Não abra o chassi Não há internamen...

Page 103: ...e 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 equipment c caused by the use of non AJA Video parts or su...

Page 104: ...CIDENTAL 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 US...

Page 105: ...rs 15 Control LANC 90 Control panel operation 36 Controls 12 Custom Clip Naming 49 D Data Storing 43 Delete clip 40 DELETE CLIP Button 14 Desktop Mounting 20 28 DHCP 24 32 Displays and Indicators 15 E Ethernet 17 Ethernet 10 100 1000 7 F Factory Reset 63 Features 7 Final Cut Pro 19 FireWire 17 Formats 89 Formatting Media 18 Front panel controls 12 Front panel operation 36 G Gang Recording 80 H Har...

Page 106: ... Overview 64 Requirements System 10 Reset to factory values 64 Reset Factory 63 RJ45 connector 7 RS422 17 S SD HD digital I O 6 SDI Input and Outputs 16 SELECT 14 SLOT Button 14 Software 7 Specifications 89 Stand 7 10 static IP address 25 34 STATUS Button 13 STATUS menu operation 37 STATUS menus 41 Storage 18 Storage media 90 Super Out 52 T Temperature 90 Timecode 90 Timelapse Recording 55 67 Tran...

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