AJA Io X3 Multi-Channel 2K/HD/SD Audio/Video I/O over Thunderbolt 3

ITEM #: AJA-IOX3 MFG #: IO X3

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    IO X3 - Overview

    AJA Io X3 is perfect for high quality HDR or SDR video work with up to 60p HD/2K signals or files with support for all major NLE applications as well as other video applications such as OBS Studio, vMix and Telestream Wirecast. Connecting with a single Thunderbolt 3 cable and providing a second Thunderbolt connector for flexibility, Io X3's compact and quiet form factor is ideal for on set, in the studio, at an event or in the edit suite.

    Versatile and Practical Connectivity
    The Io X3 rear panel offers a wealth of easy to access connectivity for almost any need in SD/HD/2K video pipelines. Power is supplied via industry standard 4-pin XLR with either the included AC adapter or battery power. Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports provide host connectivity to a laptop or desktop PC or Mac, with the second port for loop through to other Thunderbolt devices. RS-422 is included for machine control of external devices so they can be synchronized for editing. Analog audio is offered via a DB-25 port, with all 8-channels configurable to be in or out. HDMI in and out ports allow for easy monitoring or video input sources to be accessed, including HDR and SDR video. Reference input connects the Io X3 to any master clock source alongside LTC input and output for timecode. Finally, 4 bidirectional 3G-SDI ports can be configured as multi-channel inputs or outputs to suit the video application of choice, offering immense flexibility in the field, editing suite or on-set.

    Universal Compatibility - Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C
    Io X3 Plus provides two Thunderbolt 3 ports for true Thunderbolt flexibility.

    Thunderbolt 3 doubles the speed of the previous Thunderbolt 2 standard with up to 40 Gps of throughput and utilizes the universal USB-C connection standard for true simplicity over a single cable for today's leading Mac and PC workstations and laptops.
    - Thunderbolt™ and power on one cable
    - USB-C connector and cables (small, reversible)
    - 40 Gb/s: Thunderbolt™ 3 - double the speed of Thunderbolt™ 2

    HDR
    HDR or High Dynamic Range, provides the ability to display a wider and richer range of colors, much brighter whites, and much deeper, darker blacks than standard signals allow. This gives your imagery a more `dynamic' look and allows for natural true to life colors to be communicated to your audience.

    Io X3 provides this support for your 2K and HD HDR pipelines to HDMI and SDI compatible displays in software v16.2 with HLG and HDR10 support with HDR Infoframe metadata, in accordance with HDMI 2.0a/CTA-861.3 and HD.

    AJA Control Room software and Io X3 adds support for HDR metadata capture from an incoming SDI or HDMI signal. The captured .mov video file will have embedded HDR metadata, allowing the file to be played back at its intended dynamic range.

    AJA Control Room software and Io X3 Plus also provides HDR Auto Playback Detection. Embedded HDR metadata in a recorded .mov file is read and used to automatically set the HDR format on the monitor(s) connected to the HDMI and/or SDI outputs.

    • Features:

      • 2K/HD/SD I/O up to 50/60p
      • 4x bidirectional 3G-SDI BNC with 16-channel embedded audio
      • HDMI I/O with 8-channel embedded audio
      • Two Thunderbolt 3 ports with loop through
      • Multi-channel workflow support for OBS/Wirecast/vMix and other applications
      • YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit up to 60p
      • RGB 4:4:4 12-bit up to 30p
      • VPID signaling for SDR/HDR Transfer Characteristics, Colorimetry and Luminance via SDI
      • PQ, HLG, HDR10, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision Support
      • HDR Metadata Capture and Auto Playback Detection
      • Multiview output over HDMI, to view up to 4-channels on one screen
      • Analog audio flexibility with a choice of 8-channel In or 8-channel Out or 4-channel In and 4-channel out via a standard Tascam connection
      • Front panel audio display
      • Includes support for the Apple M1 chip and the latest OS versions
      • XLR 12V power for battery or AC use (AC adapter included)
      • Headphone jack and level control for mobile and live environments
      • RS-422 VTR control, Reference, LTC Input and LTC Output
       
    • Specifications:

      • Video Formats
      • (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60
      • (2K) 2048 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25
      • (HD) 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
      • (HD) 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
      • (HD) 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
      • (HD) 720p 50, 59.94, 60
      • (SD) 625i 50
      • (SD) 525i 59.94
        Note: High Frame Rate support is dependent on Thunderbolt speed and system performance. Not all host systems will support all frame rates.

        Video Input Digital
      • 3G-SDI, SMPTE 425
        RGB 4:4:4 12-bit*, YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
      • 1.5G-SDI, SMPTE 292M
        Single Link HD-SDI YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
      • 270 Mbps SDI, SMPTE 259M-C
        YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit, 8-bit
      • HDMI v1.4b
        30/36-bits/pixel, RGB or YUV, 2.25 Gbps
        2K, HD, and SD
        *Bit depth support is application dependent. Check with your software manufacturer for compatibility.

        Video Output Digital
      • 3G-SDI, SMPTE 425
        RGB 4:4:4 12-bit*, YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
      • 1.5G-SDI, SMPTE 292M
        Single Link HD-SDI YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
      • 270 Mbps SDI, SMPTE 259M-C
        YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit, 8-bit
      • HDMI v1.4b
        30/36-bits/pixel, RGB or YUV, 2.25 Gbps
        2K, HD, and SD with HFR support up to 60p (4:2:2), 10-bit
        *Bit depth support is application dependent. Check with your software manufacturer for compatibility.

        HDR
      • SDI: VPID signaling for SDR/HDR Transfer Characteristics
      • HDMI: HDR10 Support - HDR Infoframe metadata, compatible with HDMI 2.0a/CTA-861.3
      • HDMI: HLG Support - compatible with HDMI 2.0b/CTA-861-G
        Note: HDR support is application dependent. Check with your software manufacturer for compatibility.

        Audio Input Digital
      • 16-channel, 16 and 24-bit SMPTE-259 SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
      • 8-channel, 16 and 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous

        Audio Output Digital
      • 16-channel, 16 and 24-bit SMPTE-259 SDI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous
      • 8-channel, 16 and 24-bit HDMI embedded audio, 48 kHz sample rate, synchronous

        Audio Input Analog
      • 8-channel, 24 and 16-bit D/A analog audio, 48 kHz sample rate, balanced, using industry standard 8x XLR on DB-25 breakout cable (cable not included)
      • +24 dBu full scale digital (0 dBFS)
      • ±0.2 dB 20 to 20 kHz frequency response
      • Input supported across Ch 1-8, Ch 1-4, or Ch 5-8 depending on configuration chosen

        Physical
      • Size (WxDxH): 8.74" x 7.09" x 1.65" (222.0mm x 180.09mm x 41.91mm)
      • Weight: 3.1lbs (1.5kg)
      • Power: 10-20V, 23W typical, 28W max
      • Safe Operating Temperature Range: 32°F - 95°F (0°C - 35°C)
      • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40°F - 140°F (-40°C - 60°C)
      • Operating Relative Humidity: 10% - 90% non-condensing
      • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)
       
    • Warranty:

      • 3 Year Warranty
       
    • GTIN:

      0812321032611
       

    IO X3 - Required Accessories

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