Learn how Ki Pro Ultra 12G is the perfect fit for live production, post-production, on-set...any place that high-quality reliable recording and playback is needed. 

Explore the device’s broad feature set – from 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 video connectivity with HDR recording and playback to a dedicated web UI for remote control, file transfers and configuration and so much more.

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Ki Pro Ultra 12G records 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD to six quality levels of Apple ProRes® including Apple ProRes 4444 XQ. This lets you choose the balance of image fidelity and file size that’s right for each individual production as well as having the flexibility to record directly to native file formats that are understood by most major editing systems.

Next generation UltraHD 60p and 4K 60p recording is attainable all the way up to Apple ProRes HQ when using AJA PAK 2000, PAK 1000, PAK 512 and PAK 256 SSD media.

By utilizing Apple ProRes, your project will have the best image quality available, with manageable and affordable file sizes.

Ki Pro Ultra 12G offers native Avid MXF support for HD workflows. Record and playback DNxHD files with an OP1a profile within an MXF container for DNxHD HQX (220x), DNxHD SQ (145) and DNxHD LB (36) codecs.

• This provides a native MXF workflow for Avid pipelines, free of transcoding.
• DNxHD HQX (220x)*
• DNxHD SQ (145)*
• DNxHD LB (36)**
  • (HD) 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 50, 59.94
  • (HD) 1080i 25, 29.97
  • (HD) 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97
  • (HD) 720p 50, 59.94

*Avid DNxHD only supported for 1080 and 720 resolutions
**Avid DNxHD 36 only supported for 1080p

Next generation 4K/UltraHD 50/60p recording and playback are attainable all the way up to Apple ProRes XQ when using AJA PAK Media with Ki Pro Ultra 12G.

4K/UltraHD is supported through 12G-SDI, 4x 3G-SDI, HDMI 2.0 or optional fiber inputs and outputs. Ki Pro Ultra 12G not only supports true 4K at 4096 x 2160p for digital cinema and high quality UltraHD for broadcast production, it also offers the color depth to match including HDR support.

Any shoot or project benefits from the fabulously rich colors and smooth gradations across the luminance and chroma range that 12-bit makes possible with full 4:4:4 support including Apple ProRes 4444 XQ up to 2K 50/60p.

VFX work benefits from Ki Pro Ultra 12G’s 12-bit support to captured Apple ProRes 444 files, resulting in clean green screen plates for easy and detailed post-production manipulation. With full HDMI 2.0, you can monitor it all from 4:2:2 YCbCr to full 4:4:4 RGB in 12-bit.

Full HDMI 2.0 support on Ki Pro Ultra 12G offers deep color support all the way up to 4:4:4 12-bit RGB, perfect for rich color capture from affordable HDMI cameras and beautiful playback on the latest HDMI 2.0 displays. 

A single cable can affordably transport both UltraHD or HD video and clean 24-bit 48 Hz 8-Channel audio to or from common HDMI 2.0 devices for a simple setup; perfect for independent producers, editors, ProAV, and anyone seeking to utilize the latest affordable capture and monitoring tools.

Ki Pro Ultra 12G has been updated to offer a powerful 8K playback functionality. By utilizing 4x Ki Pro Ultra 12G units as well as RS-422 control to all four units, playback of 8K video is achieved as individual 4K quadrants. The correct 8K SDI VPID is implemented to ensure compatibility with downstream devices.For 4x HDMI playback is also an option for this workflow with the addition of a suitable HDMI 2.0 to HDMI 2.1 converter.

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Anyone familiar with the operation of a tape deck will feel immediately comfortable when working with Ki Pro Ultra 12G.

Just like a traditional tape deck, Ki Pro Ultra 12G features straightforward and dedicated transport buttons - record, play, stop, rewind, fast forward - making the device easy to operate with minimal training time.

The current status of the system and key configuration information is clearly displayed on the beautiful built-in high resolution LCD screen. Additional operational information can be found in the STATUS menu which can be accessed even when recording or playing back.

The Ki Pro Ultra 12G operating system offers users a logical menu structure that is easy to navigate with menu parameters presented in clear and understandable language.

In a truck or a machine room, Ki Pro Ultra 12G is equipped for advanced remote control and configuration. With a standard Ethernet LAN connection to a host computer and any web browser, all Ki Pro Ultra 12G parameter settings, clip selection and transport controls can be controlled; no additional or special software installation is required on the host computer.

Multiple Ki Pro Ultra12G units can even be controlled from a single web interface making Ki Pro Ultra 12G an ideal solution for multi-camera and synched recordings.

Ki Pro Ultra 12G's web UI also provides a simple way to transfer media files across the network for remote sharing when in DATA-LAN mode.

RS-422 control allows Ki Pro Ultra 12G to integrate easily with supported editing systems and external controllers allowing it to fulfill several of the functions of a traditional VTR. Supported NLEs can even perform assemble edits directly to the Ki Pro Ultra 12G. 

Losing one or even several feeds during a multi-channel shoot can cause major sync issues during the editing process that can be lengthy to resolve, if they can be resolved at all. But Ki Pro Ultra 12G is designed so that as soon as a loss in signal is detected on any of the inputs, a color bars frame with the legend “Loss Of Signal” is recorded until the input is restored or the shoot ends. In this way, all multi-channel clips have the same timecode duration and will align perfectly within any NLE. The editor then just simply cuts away from any recording that lost signal, without any heavy lifting to insert frames, or adjust audio to compensate. This function works with each input to Ki Pro Ultra 12G and will even function in Rollover mode, meaning that a loss of signal that spans separate media will pose no issues in editing, the time code of each file recorded being equal.

Forced Rollover support allows users to force a rollover recording to the second PAK port at any point, allowing quick extraction of the first PAK drive for fast transfer to editing environments, playout servers and more, while recording continues.

Infinite Record allows continuous recording and rollover from PAK Drive to PAK Drive for a variety of needs including multi-day sporting events, conferences, security needs and much more.

Ki Pro Ultra 12G features a beautiful high resolution HD display for pristine monitoring of your material and serves as your interface to Ki Pro's familiar and intuitive menu system. The detailed overlay UI includes onscreen keyboard functionality and a clear view of the powerful yet simple to operate UI, all pristinely presented on the 4.8” 720p LCD display.

The large LCD provides detailed playback and monitoring perfect for onset use, the OB truck, helicopter or studio and it’s transparent menu overlays can be set at just the level the user prefers. Ki Pro Ultra 12G offers control over brightness of the display for flexible control to suit your working environment. 

Ki Pro Ultra 12G and Ki Pro GO conveniently fit side by side for easy 2RU rack mounting for workflows that can take advantage of rack mounts, from facilities to flypacks. See the Ki Pro Ultra 12G options page for more.

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AJA’s technical support is recognized as among the best in the industry and is available to all AJA customers. If you need assistance with any aspect of your Ki Pro installation, configuration, operation or encounter any technical issue, AJA Support will work with you to get up and running.

Ki Pro products are covered by a generous three year warranty. Please see the individual Product’s Manual for additional specifics around warranty conditions for the product itself.