AJA presents the new Io X3 and updates Desktop Software to v16.2

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AJA has announced the I X3, a solution that offers capture and output HDR o SDR 2K/HD through 3G-SDI y HDMI, and that streamlines high-quality HDR I/O up to 2K/HD 60p on Mac or PC hosts equipped with Thunderbolt 3 compatible devices running professional video and audio applications.

Whether working remotely, on set or in a studio, Io X3 provides a mobile workflow solution One, two and multi-channel SDI, offering a “Pristine” 2K/HD/SD I/O with HDR directly from any modern laptop or computer. With four independent inputs for workflows with OBS y Wirecast, along with simultaneous MultiView monitoring for each source, Io X3 also presents itself as a suitable solution for streaming environments.

More keys to the Io X3 are its eight switchable analog audio ports, allowing users to switch between eight input or output channels, or split connectivity between four inputs and four outputs; your connection 3.5 analog audio, to directly connect headphones; the inclusion of Up to 16 audio channels on each SDI port, y 8 channels in HDMI; and their small size, which allow them to be easily placed side by side in a rack for studio, mobile unit or video support needs, allowing users to benefit from up to eight I/O channels of up to 2K/HD/SD in a 1RU.

Io X3, in data

Dual ports Thunderbolt 3 USB-C They connect to modern Mac or PC laptops and desktop workstations.

Compatibility with HDR via SDI and HDMI ports

Four bidirectional 3G-SDI connections Support single, dual, or multi-link workflows up to 2K/HD p60 10-bit YCbCr or p30 12-bit RGB

E/S HDMI 1.4b up to 2K/HD p60 10-bit YCbCr or p30 12-bit RGB; HDR implementation via 2.0 specification

MultiViewer functionality to display up to four inputs for streaming workflows on a single HDMI reference monitor

Compatibility with the latest version of macOS Monterey y Windows 11, both in systems based on Apple's M1 chip and those from Intel

Optional rack mounting kit for rack-mounting two devices side by side, allowing up to eight HD I/O channels in 1RU

Eight-channel analog audio I/O via one connection DB25

The ports of Analog audio are switchable between input and output, allowing users to switch between eight input or output channels, or split connectivity between four inputs and four outputs

Until 16 channels of embedded audio on each SDI port, and up to 8 channels in HDMI

Stereo analog audio connection 3.5mm for headphones

Dedicated reference connections, TLC entry y salida LTC

RS-422 control port for tape-based workflows

It works in a way silent for critical monitoring environments where silence is required

Includes drivers and software add-ons Proven AJA, with support for Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud, Avid Media Composer, Telestream Wirecast, OBS and many others

AJA three-year warranty and technical support

Desktop Software v16.2

Beyond the Io X3, AJA has presented the version v16.2 de Desktop Software, which introduces a wide range of workflow improvements, including the latest support for macOS; new support for Note Studio; Improved workflows 12 bits, 444, RGB to 4K/UltraHD; updated LUT functionality; new codec and special playback support in Control Room; and expanded multichannel audio.

One of the keys to Desktop Software v16.2 is its integration with OBS Studio v27.2. Once the AJA solution is installed on a system running OBS, AJA devices will be immediately available for multi-channel or single-channel capture and switching up to 4K/UltraHD 30p y 2K/HD 60p.

Desktop Software v16.2 also enables greater flexibility and color workflows 4K/UltraHD more precise and vivid, courtesy of new firmware 12-bit RGB, 4:4:4, for KONA 5 and Corvid 44 12G, with support for a full 12-bit pipeline through capture to color space conversion and output. This functionality is supported by a format update .cube for all capacities 12-bit and 10-bit LUT, providing greater compatibility between AJA hardware and third-party color and mastering applications. Workflow options with the included AJA Control Room software are expanded by adding capture and playback of H.264 y H.265 hasta 2K/HD 60p, including support for timecode and subtitles, and also provide seamless support for mobile devices, los PC and the media DOG Let the Pro GO.

Additionally, this version also includes new deep memory buffer capabilities for the control room to maintain constant playback in case storage or network bottlenecks interrupt the flow of data from the storage to the video output host.

SDK v16.2 also introduces a number of new features, including the 64/32 channel audio support with KONA 5, Corvid 44 12G, Corvid 88 and Corvid 44, allowing users to ingest and emit up to 64 discrete audio channels through multiple SDI links, which adapts to the latest 8K workflows that require audio mastering 22.2.

Desktop Software v16.2, in data

Compatibility with macOS Monterey y Windows 11

Multi-channel support with Note Studio (v2.27 onwards) up to 4K/UltraHD 30p and 2K/HD 60p for KONA 5, KONA 4, KONA HDMI, Io 4K Plus, Io X3 and T-TAP Pro

Improved firmware 12 bits, 4:4:4, RGB 4K/UltraHD for KONA 5 and Corvid 44 12G

Support 12-bit LUT and compatibility improvements .cube LUT for AJA Control Panel

Capture and playback H.264 y H.265 for AJA Control Room

Deep memory buffers for sustained playback for AJA Control Room

MultiView on HDMI output, which offers viewing of multiple sources on one monitor, via SDK v16.2 and KONA 5

Access to the core SDK the AJA for the open source developer community

Support 64/32 channel audio for KONA 5, Corvid 44 12G, Corvid 88 and Corvid 44