Chapter 3: Installation & Configuration

Installation Overview

The installation and set up of a KONA LHe is very simple. All of the steps of installation and configuration are documented in this chapter, summarized as follows:

1. Unpack the shipping box

2. If not previously installed on your Mac Pro, ensure that Final Cut Pro is installed as detailed in its user documentation. Final Cut Pro must be installed and have been run at least once prior to installing AJA KONA LHe software.

3. For Mac Pro and LHe:

Visit: http://www.aja.com/support/kona/kona-system-configuration.php

Locate your Mac model and install in the recommended slot.

For Model LHe and a G5:

Lay the PCIe PowerMac G5 on it’s on it’s side (motherboard facing up). Install the KONA

LHe capture card into one of the PCI Express slots in the PowerMac. The RAID controller card (SCSI or Fibre Channel) can go in any other available slot.

4. Install AJA KONA LHe software on your Mac from the supplied AJA CD-ROM

5. Cable the system audio and video sources, VTR, audio monitor, and video monitor. If you purchased the optional KL-box, then install it into an equipment rack or place it on a desk and connect its two cables to the KONA LHe card. If you’re instead using the standard cable set, then use those to connect equipment.

Each of these steps are explained in greater detail in the remaining pages of this chapter.

Unpacking

Shipping Box

Contents

KONA LHe is shipped with a CD containing system software and an Installation and User manual (a PDF on the CD), and a cable. If you purchased the optional KL-box breakout box, it ships with its own set of cables and instructions for connection to the KONA LHe card.

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AJA KONA LH or

LHe Card

(KONA LH shown)

Installation Software CD

Read Me First Notice and Registration Sheets

Installation and Operation Manual in electronic form on the CD (PDF)

Standard Cable

KONA LH Breakout Cable

Contents, KONA LHe Shipping Box

As you unpack the shipping box(es), carefully examine the contents. Ensure you received everything and that nothing was damaged during shipment. If you find any damage, immediately notify the shipping service and supply them with a complete description of the damage. AJA will repair or replace damaged items. If you find shipping damage, contact your AJA dealer or distributor for details on how to have your KONA LHe repaired or replaced.

Note: Save packing materials and the shipping box. If you ever require service or move your system—use the packaging materials and box for safe shipment.