AJA Video: Conversion & IP Solutions at IBC2025
AJA Updates Products for Modern IP & UltraHD Workflows
AJA Video Systems has released updates to its product line to address the growing complexity of modern video workflows,particularly those involving IP and high-resolution content. Here’s a breakdown of the key announcements:
BRIDGE LIVE 12G-4: This new addition to the BRIDGE LIVE line offers multi-channel UltraHD support, lowering per-channel costs for UltraHD IP video workflows. It’s designed for applications like multi-camera transport, contribution, streaming, remote production, and distribution encoding.
KONA IP25 Software Update (v17.6): A free software update unlocks new improvements for the KONA IP25 SMPTE ST 2110 I/O card.
IP25-R: This allows hybrid baseband/IP facilities to seamlessly de-encapsulate SMPTE ST 2110 signals for output to 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 devices with frame-accurate synchronization. It features dual 10/25GbE ports, two HDMI 2.0 outputs,and four 12G-SDI outputs,supporting up to 4K DCI video with HDR metadata.
UDC-4K Mini-Converter: This provides a flexible toolset for signal and equipment handling,offering 12G-SDI/HDMI 2.0 conversion, 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD scaling (including frame rate conversion), and frame synchronization.
Key Takeaway: AJA is focused on providing practical solutions for integrating new technologies (like IP and UltraHD) with existing infrastructure, allowing professionals to adapt to evolving industry standards while maximizing their current equipment investments.
