AJA: New PAK Dock Pro and updates for Mini-Config v2.26.2 and FS-HDR

[19:26 Sun,6.June 2021 by Thomas Richter]

AJA has released new versions of firmware for its FS-HDR real-time HDR/WCG converter and frame synchronizer, as well as Mini-Config, the software for its Mini-Converter line, and introduced the new PAK Dock Pro for the in-house PAK media of the AJA Ki Pro Quad, Ki Pro Ultra and Ki Pro Ultra Plus recorders.

Mini-Config Software 2.26.2

The new version 2.26.2 of AJA&s Mini-Config software gives AJA Mini-Converters (12G-SDI, 4K/UltraHD and other models) a number of new features. For example, HA5-12G models, HA5-4K, HA5-Plus, ROI-DP, ROI-DVI and ROI-HDMI get extended display identification data (EDID) emulation, allowing the connected source to continuously output the desired video format.

AJA Mini Converter

The HA5-4K models and all HA5-12G versions receive pass-through support and Dolby Digital Plus JOC (Joint Object Coding) compatibility with the update.

The 12GM, HA5-12G, HA5-4K and HA5-Plus mini converters also get easy frame rate conversion from p60 to p59.94 and from p59.94 to p60, and the 12GM, HA5-12G and Hi5-12G models get support for PsF.

AJA FS-HDR 4.1

Available now for free, version 4.1 of the firmware for AJA&s FS-HDR real-time HDR/WCG converter and frame synchronizer brings increased frame buffer depth from 6 to 20 frames, updated v1.5 BBC HLG LUTs, new NBCU LUTs, expanded closed captioning support, and a new ability to pass or translate critical ancillary data - even during a conversion.

AJA FS-HDR

The new features of firmware 4.1 in detail

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During the pandemic, the expanded use of augmented reality and virtual cameras, which require additional processing time, has greatly increased in live productions, requiring longer sync times for other sources. In response, the FS-HDR v4.1 update increases the device&s frame buffer depth to support configurable delays of up to 20 frames.

The FS-HDR v4.1 update adds support for v1.5 BBC HLG LUTs with two new LUTs for direct-mapping and up-mapping conversions for SDR BT.2020 to HLG BT.2100, as well as improved color saturation for down-mapping conversion from HLG BT.2100 to SDR BT.709 in display light.

FS-HDR v4.1 also adds support for new NBCU LUTs, developed by NBCUniversal Media, LLC, in collaboration with Cromorama, to enable a workflow for single-master production of simultaneous HDR and SDR content at the highest possible quality. NBCU&s LUTs include SDR, HLG and PQ LUTs that maximize dynamic range and color volume in HDR without compromising core SDR broadcasts.

AJA FS-HDR

Also new are the capabilities for pass-through or translation of ancillary data for a variety of formats and conversions. For broadcast applications that require the use of SCTE-104 markers for ad insertion, FS-HDR now automatically passes SCTE-104 packets. FS-HDR&s new Timecode Xlator can pass through or translate additional timecode (LTC, VITC1, or VITC2). In addition, FS-HDR v4.1 expands the number of conversions that support pass-through of closed captioning.

AJA PAK Dock Pro

AJA has introduced the PAK Dock Pro, a USB-C-equipped reader for the Ki Pro Ultra 12G&s AJA PAK media. The compact plug-and-play device requires no external power supply and optimizes the transfer of Apple ProRes and Avid DNx files from AJA Ki Pro Ultra 12G digital video recorders to desktop and laptop computers running macOS and Windows operating systems via USB 3.2 Gen 1.

AJA PAK Dock Pro

Designed to simplify media transfer in broadcast, production, post and ProAV environments, PAK Dock Pro enables professionals to quickly and easily transfer files recorded on AJA PAK solid state drives (SSDs) to a desktop or laptop computer. Users remove the PAK media drive from the Ki Pro Ultra 12G, insert it into the PAK Dock Pro and connect the media reader to their computer via USB-C for near-instant editing, highlight creation, archiving and more.

AJA PAK Dock Pro.

The PAK Dock Pro is compatible with all AJA PAK drives, including the PAK 2000, PAK 1000, PAK 512 and PAK 256, as well as PAK drives used in older Ki Pro Ultra and Ki Pro Quad products. The AJA PAK Dock Pro is available now at a price of .

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