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May 31, 2012 Updated AJA Mac Drivers Available for Download

More : AJA · Updates/Upgrades · io express · Io XT · Kona LHi

AJA KONA, Io XT and Io Express v10.3.1 Mac Drivers are now available. This maintenance release is recommended for all Mac-based customers using these products.

Improvements included in this release:

All Devices
• Fixed issue with video only captures in non-FCP7 Quicktime capture apps
• Fixed issue where Y+C choice for analog output in SD formats was not available
• Improved input format detection, including Dual Link

Io XT
• Additional analog audio operating levels added to Audio Setup pane of Control Panel
• Improved Plug and Play behavior with Thunderbolt devices
• Fixed issue with SD to SD conversion.
• Fixed issue with 2 & 8 channel input support on HDMI
• Fixed issue with channel swapping on HDMI output

Io Express
• Added support for desktop display

KONA LHi
• Fixed issue with cross convert

AJA TV
• Fixed background playback issue

The update can be found in the Downloads section of the AJA website: http://www.aja.com/en/support/downloads/

Please be sure to read the release notes completely to ensure proper installation.

Feb 14, 2012 AJA Ki Pro v3.0 firmware is now available

More : AJA · Updates/Upgrades · Final Cut Studio · Ki Pro · Ki Pro Mini

New Ki Pro v3.0 firmware is now available for download from the AJA website. Ki Pro v3.0 provides a unified firmware release for both the Ki Pro and Ki Pro Mini.

This is a major release with tons of significant and exciting new features, such as:

New for Ki Pro

LANC Support
RS-422 functionality increased
ExpressCard/34 support added
FireWire 800 port enabled
FireWire 400 port enabled

New for both Ki Pro and Ki Pro Mini

File transfer over Ethernet
Continuing to record during a loss of video
Playlist creation feature added to web UI
Presets can be created, saved and recalled
New and improved UI designs for the web and iPhone

Note: AJA recommends a Factory Reset under the CONFIG menu prior to updating firmware.

Nov 9, 2011 eyeon Software releases Fusion 6.3!

More : AJA · Eyeon · Updates/Upgrades · Visual Effects

Fusion 6.3 Shipping!

Fusion’s GPU-accelerated architecture and OpenCL supercomputing, as exemplified by the deep image volume technology, offers state-of-the-art VFX software advancements with this latest edition. Continue reading “eyeon Software releases Fusion 6.3!”…

Sep 9, 2011 AJA Announces Multiple New Products at IBC

More : AJA · Hardware · News/Press Releases · AJA · IBC · IO · Kona

A lot has been happening this week at IBC, especially from AJA Video Systems. They have announced some really cool new products that are going to be shipping later this year.

In the Convert category, AJA has introduced a new UDC Mini-Converter, which is an up/down/cross converter in a super small package.

In the Editing arena, they have their new Io XT, which is the first product from AJA using Thunderbolt technology. It has two Thunderbolt ports to allow for daisychaining and supports both 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 workflows.

AJA has also introduced the all new KONA LHe Plus, replacing the original KONA LHe. It is basically an updated version of the original KONA, offering performance improvements and a lower price point.

Continue reading “AJA Announces Multiple New Products at IBC”…

Jul 1, 2011 AJA New Updates Available for FCP 7 and FCP X

More : AJA · Updates/Upgrades · Apple · final cut pro

AJA announced software and driver updates early this week and continues development with another update today.

AJA have just released a new 9.0.3 software release for KONA, Io Express and Io HD users that solves a possible Kernel Panic problem for Final Cut Pro 7 users with OS X 10.6.8 (Snow Leopard), in addition to other improvements.

For FCP X users AJA have released an updated KONA X Beta software version for KONA 3G, KONA 3, KONA LHi and KONA LHe.

You can find the new AJA Mac and Windows software, plug-ins, and release notes at: http://www.aja.com/support/index.php

Jun 27, 2011 AJA Software update supporting Adobe CS5.5 Now Available!

More : Adobe · AJA · Software · Adobe Creative Suite · After Effects

AJA is pleased to announce software and driver updates for the KONA(3G) and Io Express supporting Adobe CS5.5 both windows and Mac.

AJA Windows KONA and Io Express version 5.5

KONA and Io Express version 5.5 for the Windows adds support for Adobe Premiere CS5.5, After Effects CS5.5 and Adobe Photoshop CS5.1, with significantly improved performance for the Adobe Mercury Engine in Premiere Pro CS5.5.

AJA Mac Plug-ins for Adobe for KONA and Io Express version 9.0.1

AJA Mac Plug-ins for Adobe version 9.0.1 for KONA and Io Express are now available, adding support for Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5, Adobe After Effects CS5.5 and Adobe Photoshop CS5.1, with significantly improved performance for the Adobe Mercury Engine in Premiere Pro CS5.5.

You can find the new AJA Mac and Windows software, plug-ins, and release notes at:
http://www.aja.com/support/index.php

Jun 21, 2011 AJA Mac Product Updates for FCPX and FCP7 -KONA X beta driver

More : AJA · Apple · final cut pro

AJA is providing KONA X beta driver software and workflow advice for users adopting the new Final Cut Pro X from Apple. In addition, for users staying with Final Cut Pro 7, AJA is also releasing new KONA, Io Express & Io HD 9.0.1 software for Mac with increased functionality.

Final Cut Pro X and AJA

Final Cut Pro X is the latest update for Apple’s popular non-linear editing software. It features a new user interface and boasts new, exciting features for editors. However, the way editors interact with third party tools, like the AJA KONA cards, is different from previous versions of Final Cut Pro. AJA has prepared a document that explains how editors can use AJA products with the latest version of Final Cut Pro.

You can download the document here:
http://www.aja.com/pdf/FCP_X_and_AJA.pdf

KONA X Beta drivers are available for KONA users running Final Cut Pro X with KONA 3G, KONA 3 or KONA LHi. Users running Final Cut Pro 7 should use AJA KONA version 9.0.1 drivers. Before installing KONA X Beta software, ensure you thoroughly read the PDF mentioned above.

In addition to KONA X Beta drivers, AJA has also posted VTR Xchange 5.

This release is recommended for use with Final Cut Pro X and is also backward compatible with Final Cut Pro 7. New VTR Xchange features include batch capture and more advanced clip naming.

Version 9.0.1 Software for Io Express, Io HD, and KONA

Now available for download, software version 9.0.1 for KONA, Io Express and Io HD brings a whole new Control Panel layout with improved navigation!

In addition, there are a number of improvements and fixes for each product. Please read the release notes for more information.

Download KONA X Beta driver and KONA version 9.0.1 here:
http://www.aja.com/support/index.php

Mar 9, 2011 AJA Updates Io Express, Kona, and FS1!

More : AJA · Updates/Upgrades · Visual Effects · Avid · Edit · HD/2K/4K · Media Composer

IO ExpressLg AJA Updates Io Express, Kona, and FS1!

New Firmware for Io Express Mac and Windows Platforms Adds Support for Avid Media Composer v5.5

AJA has released firmware updates for Io Express for the Mac and PC, adding support for Avid Media Composer v5.5.

Download v8.1.2 for Mac or v5.0.3 for Windows here.
Be sure to read the release notes included in the download for detailed release information

KONA 3G web AJA Updates Io Express, Kona, and FS1!

Updates to KONA and Io HD v8.1.2 for Mac

New features for each product include:
Io HD v8.1.2 fixes a problem where the video output choices for 25/29.97/30 psf were incorrectly displayed.

This version is compatible with Smoke for Mac 2011 for KONA 3G and KONA 3

Click here to download v8.1.2 for your KONA or Io HD. Be sure to read the release notes for more details.

FS1 white AJA Updates Io Express, Kona, and FS1!

AJA FS1 v2.2 Now Available

The FS1 v2.2 brings numerous improvements to the popular FS1 frame-sync, including:
Save and load individual preset configurations
New internal video and audio Test Signal Generator (TSG)
Freeze On Input Loss (FOIL) ensures the FS1 output is always stable even with unstable input signals

Download FS1 v2.2 here and read about more improvements in the release notes.

Purchase the Aja Io Express /HD, Kona 3G, Fs1 at the Motion Media Online Shop.

Mar 4, 2011 Ki Pro Mini & Lexar CF Card Problems

More : AJA · Hardware · News/Press Releases · Updates/Upgrades · AJA

An issue has come to our attention regarding the use of Lexar 32GB Professional 600x Compact Flash cards as originally qualified for use with the Ki Pro Mini. If the Lexar Compact Flash cards are inserted in the Ki Pro Mini prior to powering up the unit, the Lexar Compact Flash cards will falsely report recording; in actuality data will not be written to the Compact Flash card as expected. While this issue does not occur if the Lexar Compact Flash card is inserted after the Ki Pro Mini is powered up, we can no longer recommend the use of these cards at this time. We are actively working to determine the cause of this issue, but for now, the Lexar 32GB Professional 600x Compact Flash card has been removed from our list of qualified Compact Flash cards for use with Ki Pro Mini.

Please note that the issue described above for the Lexar Compact Flash card does not affect the other cards qualified for use with the Ki Pro Mini. Additionally, AJA will be adding new choices to the qualified list of Compact Flash cards for use with Ki Pro Mini in the near future.

Aug 27, 2010 AJA Ki Pro Version 2.0 Firmware Release

More : AJA · Updates/Upgrades · AJA

AJA Ki Pro version 2.0 firmware is now available as a free download from AJA’s website! New features in this release include:

8-channel embedded audio support
Multi-unit Gang recording via the web UI
Custom Clip Naming
RS-422 support

Download Ki Pro version 2.0 here. This release is recommended for all Ki Pro users. A detailed Release Notes is included with the installer and is also available here. It is highly recommended to read this thoroughly as it contains important installation and operational information. The Ki Pro user manual has also been updated with the new features and workflows and is included with the installer, and is also available here.

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Maxon & Adobe Announce Cineware & Cinema 4D Lite

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MAXON, leading developer of professional 3D modeling, painting, animation and rendering solutions, today revealed the first step in its strategic alliance with Adobe Systems Incorporated, aimed at delivering a new level of integration between its powerful 3D application CINEMA 4D, and Adobe® After Effects®. The recently revealed next release of Adobe’s industry-leading software will include two MAXON technologies directly within the new Adobe After Effects: CINEWARE and CINEMA 4D Lite.

An Open Letter to Ang Lee

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An open letter to Ang Lee from Compositor Phillip Broste regarding the state of the VFX industry and Mr. Lee’s lack of acknowledgement to the artists who created the VFX in “Life of Pi”. I definitely recommend the read.

Thinkbox Announces Krakatoa MY for Maya

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Thinkbox Software today announced the release of Krakatoa MY, the high-volume particle renderer for Autodesk Maya 3D software running on Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.

Autodesk & Technicolor Team Up

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The Hollywood Reporter posted an article about Technicolor and Autodesk partnering in the development of a new color grading and compositing tool. Steve Scott, the pioneering colorist and head of Technicolor, is leading the charge on this new venture and believes that together they can create a single procedural finishing system that would offer tools from both disciplines – color grading and compositing.

iPad Version of “Animators Survival Kit” Coming Soon

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The famous “Animators Survival Kit” written by Richard Williams is coming soon to the iPad. The price and exact date of release have not yet been determined, but the publisher, Faber and Faber, has indicated that it will be roughly timed with Williams’ 80th birthday next month.

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Krakatoa for Maya – An Introduction

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Krakatoa for Maya – An Introduction – Come learn about the renderer used to create content for movie hits like Avatar, The Avengers, Transformers 3, Harry Potter 8 and Oblivion, as well as the upcoming Star Trek – Into Darkness, Man of Steel, After Earth, and more!

First Look at Modo 701

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MODO 701 is coming soon. Be one of the first to discover what’s new and improved during our ‘MODO 701 Feature Tour’ webcast on March 25th at 10AM (PST). Sign up today.

Learn Deep Compositing with NUKE

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Deep Compositing allows artists to work with ‘deep images’ containing multiple opacity or colour samples per pixel. This allows rendering of CGI elements without predetermined holdout mattes, avoiding the need for re-renders when content changes.

Free Siggraph 2012 Exhibits Pass

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Want to go to Siggraph 2012 but don’t want to pay for it? We’ll let Motion Media help you out. We are giving you a free Exhibits only pass for this years event in Los Angeles. All you have to do is fill in the form below and a link and code will be sent directly to you.

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