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1. CION v1 0 81 www aja com Front Baseplate Rear Baseplate NOTE Figure 27 Front Baseplate The Front Baseplate features 15mm lightweight spacing The 15mm lightweight standard is used throughout the film and video industry to host accessories such as matte boxes and follow focuses To attach the Front Baseplate to the CION use the 4x 1 4 20 screws supplied with the accessory There are four recessed holes where the 1 4 20 screws are inserted Be sure to align the baseplate as straight as possible so that the 15mm rods will be properly aligned with the lens and allow easy integration with other critical tolerance accessories such as matte boxes A 4 40 guide pin is supplied on the base plate to help with alignment and proper positioning of the baseplate Once the Front Baseplate is secured and properly aligned you may elect to leave it in place on the unit for future ease of use User supplied 15mm rods of the desired length are inserted into the rod clamps on the Front Baseplate use the knobs to tighten down on the rods Note that rods may be passed all of the way through the baseplate but this will be undesirable if you plan to use the baseplate in handheld configurations Rods passed all the way through the Front Baseplate may be used in conjunction with the Rear Baseplate accessory The height of the Front Baseplate accessory was designed so that it may be used in conjunction with third party baseplates or bridgeplates
2. S1 88 01 00 07 02 An optimized web server running on CION allows you to remotely monitor and adjust parameter settings via a a browser client running on a network wired computer The network can be a closed local area network a straight computer to CION cable connection or even exposed through a firewall to a broadband WAN NOTE Exposing CION on a broadband WAN is not generally recommended since anyone on the internet could potentially access CION CION v1 0 66 www aja com NOTE The LAN connection on CION uses a standard RJ45 connector but internally it s intelligent and communicates via standard straight through CAT 5 ethernet cables or null modem cross over cables without any configuration or strapping required Preferred web browsers for CION control include On the Mac OS Safari Firefox e On the Windows OS Chrome Firefox Other web browsers may work but AJA cannot guarantee consistent operation for all web browsers or web browser versions If you do experience an unexpected behavior when using a particular web browser or web browser version to interact with CION consider using an alternate web browser and report any issues experienced to AJA Technical Support See Contacting Support on page 6 To control CION remotely connect a computer to the CION s LAN connector an RJ45 socket via a CAT5 ethernet cable CION v1 0 67 www aja com NOTE To access CION simply enter
3. Stereo L R 2 Discrete Channels or 8 Discrete Channels Rate 48 000kHz Sample size 24 bits and Little Endian NOTE Not all combinations of formats frame rates and codecs are supported Refer to the Special Considerations for Format and Frame Rate Selections on page 59 for additional details CION v1 0 77 www aja com Playlists A ai gt Menu Status Config Medis FPS 3 LER L e 192 168 0 2 C ES Qutisak Weh App Lagin in Te TeamCiy Appie Cloud facebesk Twirer Wikipedia Yahoo mews P Quick Cueing Creating Playlists AJA provides tools for reviewing clips and creating playlists of clips These clip playlists can be managed on the web browser Playlists screen which includes a default All Clips playlist showing all clips on the CION unit Figure 24 All Clips Playlist Screen CION GION Connection Serial Number TE o v Version Connection Status Clip SCTBTK4 BI 68 Ree 001 01 00 97 02 The default state of the Playlists is to list All Clips available All Clips represents all of the recordings made on the CION or valid files transferred to the CION You can cue up a clip quickly for review by simply double clicking the clip in the list Note that once you ve double clicked a clip to select it it will be highlighted in blue in the list and the first frame of video from that clip will appear on the output of the CION To play back the clip simply open the Trans
4. safe area no clipping of an audio signal Vertically the green LEDs also show the signal strength so you can see if the signal level is low Generally it s preferred to have the signal near the top of the green or even occasionally peaking into the yellow LED segments Yellow LED segments of the VU meters indicate audio levels that are at the peak edge of the safe area before clipping will occur Red LED segments of the VU meters indicate that the amplitude is too hot and the signal is clipping at the signal peaks You should reduce the input gain at the source mixer or source equipment supplying the signal or by using the Audio Control Knobs on CION To adjust the audio level press the Audio Control Knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment This feature allows the knobs to be recessed preventing accidental changes in a production environment A headphone jack is provided for audio monitoring A Headphone Volume Control Knob is also provided to make volume adjustments To adjust the headphone listening level press the knob inward and the knob will then pop out for easy adjustment just like the audio input level knobs Embedded audio is also provided via the SDI 1 output of the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs the SDI Monitor Outputs and the HDMI outputs Audio is only present on the SDI 1 output of the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs not SDI 2 3 or 4 CION v1 0 26 www aja com Chapter 3 ProRes Recording amp RAW
5. 1080 progressive HD 1920x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output e 1080 interlaced HD 1920x1080 25 29 97 30 NOTE Formats and frame rates output are dependent upon CONFIG MEDIA and FPS menu parameter selections NOTE Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors will support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see if a given format and frame rate is supported Rear Monitor Outputs The Rear SDI Monitor Output allows support for the output of the following formats and frame rates e 2K progressive 2048x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output 1080 progressive HD 1920x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output e 1080 interlaced HD 1920x1080 25 29 97 30 CION v1 0 22 www aja com NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE Formats and frame rates output are dependent upon CONFIG MEDIA and FPS menu parameter selections Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors will support all the formats and frame rates CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see ifa given format and frame rate is supported The Rear HDMI Monitor Output allows support for the output of the fol
6. 2x 3 pin XLR connectors with line mic 48v selection switch per input 1x Reference BNC connector analog color black 1x LTC BNC connector 0 5 to 4 5Vpp 1x USB Type A connector v2 0 2x LANC 1x 2 5mm top connector and 1x 2 5mm side connector 1x 2 pin Power Output Connector top front mounted 10W recommended maximum 1x 4 pin XLR Power Input Connector 12 18Vdc 5A max 1x 2 pin Power Input Connector 12 18Vdc 5A max 1x LAN RJ45 connector 10 100 1000 1x Thunderbolt Mini Display Port connector Thunderbolt v1 1x Headphone Jack 3 5mm stereo mini TRS The open architecture of CION means that it may be used with a wide variety of third party accessories PL mount lenses Electronic viewfinders EVFs On board monitors External recorders Microphones e Hand grips Baseplates and more Figure 1 Fully outfitted CION CION v1 0 9 www aja com Functionality Physical Layout The following is only a partial list of CION s capabilities The global shutter means that footage is free from the unwanted effects of rolling shutter artifacts such as skewing or jello Records Apple ProRes files to removable Pak media Records standard frame rates or may be configured to record time lapse or slow motion Outputs baseband video or raw via SDI CION may be controlled from the front panel UI or remotely via a web browser interface Control the recordings of multiple CIONs simultaneou
7. 6 www aja com In This Manual Chapter 1 Introduction hardware connectivity and physical layout Chapter2 Making basic connections power lens monitoring and media Chapter3 ProRes recording and raw output Chapter4 Making a recording playing back a recording and formatting media Chapter5 User interface navigation CONFIG MEDIA FPS El and WB menu parameters Chapter6 Web browser remote control and operations unique to the web UI Chapter 7 Using AJA optional accessories AppendixA Specifications AppendixB Safety amp Compliance CION v1 0 7 www aja com Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Physical Design This manual covers the operation of CION and the optional accessories for the product CION is a 4K Ultra HD 2K 1080 HD capable camera that features an APS C sized CMOS sensor with an electronic global shutter It may be used for live video output or the on board recording of Apple ProRes files to the following formats 4096x2160 3840x2160 2048x1080 1920x1080 The recorded QuickTime files can be used in a variety of non linear editing compositing and color correction applications without file transcoding Attention was given to CION s physical design because not all production environments or production demands are the same e CION is supplied with a removable PL positive lock lens mount The PL lens mount allows the use of high quality prime or zoom lenses CION features an integrated OLP
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9. ssigkeiten oder Objekte in das Ger t gelangen das Ger t Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt wurde nicht ordnungsgem funktioniert oder fallen gelassen wurde jAdvertencia Consulte al personal calificado por cuestiones de reparaci n El servicio de reparaci n se requiere cuando el dispositivo ha recibido cualquier tipo de da o por ejemplo cable o espigas da adas se ha derramado l quido o se han ca do objetos dentro del dispositivo el dispositivo ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o humedad o no funciona de modo normal o se ha ca do Aviso Remeta todos os servicos de manuten o para o pessoal de assist ncia qualificado A presta o de servi os de manuten o exigida quando o dispositivo foi danificado mediante qualquer forma como um cabo de alimentac o ou ficha que se encontra danificado a quando foi derramado l quido ou ca ram objectos sobre o dispositivo quando o dispositivo foi exposto a chuva ou a humidade quando nao funciona normalmente ou quando foi deixado cair Avviso Fare riferimento al personale qualificato per tutti gli interventi di assistenza L assistenza necessaria quando il dispositivo stato danneggiato in qualche modo ad esempio se il cavo di alimentazione o la spina sono danneggiati stato rovesciato del liquido stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto caduto nel dispositivo il dispositivo stato esposto a pioggia o umidit non funziona correttamente o caduto CION
10. the Reel Name Clip Name Clip Number Clip Append Alpha Append and Take into a single file name e Off default The combined clip name is not enabled On The combined clip name is enabled Example A001SC1ATK1 19 1 Use Custom Clip Name IMPORTANT NOTE This parameter enables or disables whether a custom clip name can be used via menu parameters 19 1 19 2 and 19 4 or via the web UI These are the options OFF default Disables the ability to define a custom name for a clip ON Enables the ability to define a custom name for a clip Certain characters may not be allowed or supported if entered for a clip name Examples include punctuation marks other than internal spaces or periods special characters like and non ASCII UTF 8 characters are rejected outright Non UTF 8 characters appear in some languages like Chinese and Japanese and are not supported Custom clip names can be created via the front panel Ul menu parameters 19 1 19 2 and 19 4 However using the web Ul entry fields is a more efficient option When entering characters for a custom clip name you must scroll through all characters until you reach the end of the name space before the name is accepted CION v1 0 56 www aja com 19 2 Custom Clip Name This parameter defines a custom clip name The custom name is defined via the front panel select and adjust up down arrows The default is CUSTOM These are the options e
11. CION To power up CION press the Power Button A progress indication with percentages will appear during the power up sequence To power down CION you must press and hold the Power Button down for three seconds while the User Interface Screen displays a count down This design prevents accidental power off during normal operation When the unit is powering down you can abort the power down process by simply removing your finger from the power button before three seconds have elapsed CION v1 0 18 www aja com Mounting a Lens to CION Tools needed None Parts needed PL mount lens CION features a PL positive lock lens mount This lens mount is robust yet simple to operate Lenses may be exchanged when CION is powered up or powered down 1 To remove the PL Lens Mount Cover place one hand on the PL Lens Mount Cover and with the other hand turn the outer locking ring of the PL Lens Mount counter clockwise NOTE Limit the amount of time that the PL Lens Mount Cover or a lens is not attached to CION to avoid dust and other debris entering the lens mount NOTE Some PL mount lenses will have a notch in each of their four pronged flanges while others will have only a single notch in one flange If your lens only has a single notch in one flange align this notch with the pin inside of the PL Lens Mount accordingly prior to sliding the lens into the lens mount The locating pin inside of the PL Lens Mount is located on the upp
12. Control Knob until you see the menu parameter 16 1 Format Media 3 Pushin the User Interface Control Knob Rotate the User Interface Control Knob until Format appears Push in on the User Interface Control Knob 5 Press and hold in the User Interface Control Knob as instructed by the prompt for two seconds or longer and then formatting will begin You may select any other key to abort the format operation should you inadvertently enter this menu parameter The confirmation process used for formatting media helps you avoid accidentally formatting media Warning Once you have formatted media you will not be able to recover recordings that were previously made on the media Always be sure that any media you format has been properly backed up prior to formatting CION will display formatting progress and when done will display a completion confirmation Press any key to clear the completion prompt CION v1 0 31 www aja com Delete a recorded clip NOTE 5 In the default mode rotate the User Interface Control Knob to browse through the clips on the Pak media When you find a clip you want to delete press the Stop Button Press the MEDIA menu button navigate to parameter 16 25 Delete Current Clip Press in on the User Interface Control Knob select Delete and press in on the knob again Follow the prompt information to delete the clip After a clip has been deleted the camera will go into a paused mo
13. NA Mi nverter We has the IP address 10 65 74 64 D gr emet 2 Configure IPv4 Manually e USB Ethernet 4 IP Address 10 65 74 64 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 e Thund FireWire K Router e gt DNS Server y Bluetooth PAN 3 Search Domalns ee timp Advanced 3 Assist me Revert Apply CION v1 0 68 www aja com For direct connections between a computer and CION you may elect to use the Static Addr selection This allows you to select an IP address for CION and apply it For example you could enter 192 168 0 2 as an IP address Then to see CION s web interface you would type the following in the web browser http 192 168 0 2 NOTE Your computer or network must be configured to access this IP address You may need to make changes to your network settings on your host computer to access this IP address Figure 18 Static IP Address Configuration Status Connected 4 Thunderbolt Ethernet is currently active and A Mi nverter We has the IP address 192 168 0 1 Not Configured e Oisplay ernet 2 Configure IPv4 Not Connected USB Ethernet 2 2 a IP Address 192 168 0 1 o Not Connected Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 e Thund FireWire Not Connected Router Wi Fi e or c y Bluetooth PAN Not Connected Thund t Bridge Nat Connected CION v1 0 69 www aja com 9 gt JA 4 192 168 0 2 All CION web screens have certain areas in common On the
14. SYDNEY WASH DC BERLIN COLOMBO AUCKLAND NEW YORK VIENNA DHAKA HONOLULU MONTREAL ATHENS BANGKOK ANCHORAGE BOSTON HELSINKI HANOI SEATTLE CARACAS CAIRO SINGAPORE BUENOS AIRES TEL AVIV JAKARTA RIO DE JANEIRO BEIRUT HONG KONG 55 71 Daylight Savings Determines whether or not the time settings are adjusted for Daylight Savings These are the options e ON default OFF NOTE The Time Zone and Daylight Savings parameters allow local time to match system time Selecting the time zone and daylight savings offsets a GMT value by an appropriate amount this allows file creation time and the Time of Day timecode value to match 70 1 Screen Saver You may enable the screen saver to protect the life of the built in screen When working in a normal production environment you may want to disable the screen saver On AJA Logo default e Off System Name 70 2 Display Intensity The intensity of the backlighting of the keys and the user interface screen may be adjusted using this parameter 4 default Variable 1 dimmest 8 brightest Variable CION v1 0 49 www aja com 70 3 Fan Speed This parameter determines the speed of CION s internal cooling fan e Quiet Auto default The fan runs at normal speed until recording begins then the fan ramps down to a slower speed for optimum quiet Normal The fan runs at a fixed speed for optimum cooling in normal temperature conditions High Temp T
15. Top Handle must be removed to access this door To remove the Top Handle first unscrew the rod end cap at the front of the handle then loosen the rod clamp that holds the handle in place Remove the handle and attached LANC Collar and set these items aside Next remove the 4x 1 4 20 scews that fasten the top handle base to the top cheese plate The Back Focus Access Door is held in place by 2x Torx T10 headed screws Remove these screws and set them aside The Back Focus Access Door may now be removed Set it aside and you will see the adjustment ring To make adjustments to the focal flange distance insert the metal shaft of the tool into one of the round indentations found on the adjustment ring With a suitable target placed in front of the lens to judge the adjustment This may be a null target with Siemens star or other pattern or a dedicated calibration tool such as the Denz FDC If these types of devices are not available you may use medium telephoto lens attached to the camera with the aperture wide open and perform measurement and focus checks until you achieve consistent results with the Back Focus Tool Note that this method assumes that the lens is properly collimated and has accurate witness marks After you have finished making adjustments to focal flange distance for CION replace the Back Focus Access Door by securing it with the 2x Torx T10 screws and replace the top handle of CION by re attaching it with the 4x 1 4 20 screws
16. a Menu Status Config Moda status Software Version FPS 1 0 0 175 E Connection Serial Number 09711 Connection Status All Clips Alarma og Clip SC7BTK4 S1 88 Reel 001 01 00 07 02 Factory Settings Burn in Export Import Preset 2 Save Export Import This screen also includes Export and Import functions that allow exporting one or all presets to your computer as files and importing exported preset files from your computer A displayed message indicates successful or failed saves recalls exports and imports Save Buttons The Save buttons let you save the current configuration into the preset register with the associated name and number A preset is a set of system parameters as they were set at the time the preset was stored Only editable parameters are saved in the presets Non editable parameters are not saved To change a preset name click in the name s text field and type a new name Then press Enter When you recall a Preset Configuration the recalled preset immediately replaces the system s existing configuration All previous settings are lost unless you have previously stored them in another preset configuration or an exported file Import Buttons The Import buttons let you browse for and importa preset file on your computer into the preset register associated with the selected button A dialog box warns you that the operation will overwrite the current preset contents with the contents stored in
17. additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace Korea KCC Compliance Statement 71 TALEH ARIARI FR AANA ARE CRE ELA amp 3922 0 EE JAAA ASE d Class B As an electromagnetic wave equipment for home use Class B Broadcasting Communication this equipment is intended to use mainly for home use and may Equipment for Home Use be used in all areas Taiwan Compliance Statement This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection BSMI CNS 13438 Class B Japanese Compliance Statement 2 Class BITE LORIE 7 72 BREE CT CORE BERET CHATS E amp HE LCTWEPAS CORBRIVACTLEY a REL TEH SND k Shame gle ETIENNE He ACHE gt TIE LOU UE LT FAV This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual CION v1 0 98 www aja com Recycling Notice This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment The separate collection and r
18. alimentation principale lorsque vous d placez l appareil Warnung Trennen Sie die Wechselstrom Versorgungskabel vom Netzstrom bevor Sie das Ger t verschieben iAdvertencia Cuando mueva la unidad desenchufe de la red el ctrica el los cable s de la fuente de alimentaci n CA tipo brick Advert ncia Remova os cabos CA de alimentac o brick da rede el trica ao mover a unidade Avvertenza Scollegare il cavo dell alimentatore quando si sposta l unit Warning A Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device the device has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Avertissement R f rez vous au personnel de service qualifi pour tout entretien L entretien est exig quand l appareil a t endommag de quelque mani re que ce soit par exemple lorsque le cordon d alimentation ou la prise sont endommag s que du liquide a t vers ou des objets sont tomb s dans l appareil que l appareil a t expos la pluie ou l humidit ne fonctionne pas normalement ou est tomb Warnung Das Ger t sollte nur von qualifizierten Fachkr ften gewartet werden Eine Wartung ist fallig wenn das Ger t in irgendeiner Weise besch digt wurde wie bei besch digtem Netzkabel oder Netzstecker falls Fl
19. are the same format and frame rate clips play out smoothly one after another CION v1 0 52 www aja com 15 2 Loop Play This parameter turns looped playback on or off These are the options e Off default Play clips and then stop playback when complete On Play clips and then loop back and repeat playback 15 3 Playlist This parameter displays the name of the selected playlist Variable The name of the selected playlist appears If no playlist is selected via the web UI controls then no name appears NOTE The user cannot select or create playlists from the front panel UI these tasks are handled using the web UL 15 4 Dropped Frames 16 1 Format Media NOTE 16 2 Delete Clips NOTE This parameter determines how playback handles dropped frames These are the options Continue default If playback of a clip begins to drop frames playback continues Stop If playback of a clip begins to drop frames playback stops This parameter is used to format the media These are the options KEEP MEDIA default No action is taken FORMAT Prompt verification Begins the media formatting process 1 Rotate the User Interface Control Knob until Format appears Push in on the User Interface Control Knob 2 Pressand hold in the User Interface Control Knob as instructed by the prompt for two seconds or longer and then the formatting will begin You may select any other key to abort the format operat
20. cece rre rr 37 1 64 3G SDI LGV El caia diia 37 1 66 Rear HDMI Out 38 1 68 Rear HDMI 10 bit 8 bit 222 38 1 8 Crop SDI HDMI Monitor Output 38 1 9 S per el GE 39 1 92 Super Displaved ean 39 1 93 Super Area Opacity ssis sran dieu die iv ei mme ea aw nie Y ree RU Ra EE s 40 1 94 Graticules i sed sis vied on ve e Une ye Y e torre Yu pe OPE Y E Ert ONU 41 1 95 Graticules Color end ene ertt quate eher ede p died icr bn oe d px 42 1 97 Display VU Meters 2 42 1 98 Histogtam EE 42 1 99 Histogram Mode 43 4 1 Analog Audio i2 is dE X a dale AE eR 43 6 1 GenlOCK EE 43 SO TCSele ct EE 43 BA TEVAIUE so TT 44 8 2 TO TYPE Pr 44 9 0 Interval Record 44 9 1 Interval Frames 2 45 92 Interval Times ends cadet d ee vaa sg EXP E SY FL TO NN eee a ean 45 41 2 Video SG vos ox yop Ue nahh sidad hs bed dede dua 45 41 3 Audio SG iecoris br RE d Reeds deed neha Vale PX EP URN e REY 45 50 0 T AN Settlngs ders ter tear eto o a Sey rer esee dis 46 SOTIP Config escritos e er i Re esq 46 50 2 4P Address diss sits sacre sus UI dene VA Ur P Dr RYE 46 50 3 Subnet Mack 46 50 5 System D ER 47 50 6 MAG Address 5 ee EE E iw os 47 50 9 User Authentication sisse heme 47 554 Date Set concor A boten E et ees E Eme pen 48 55 6 liie EE 48 55 7 Ti
21. configuration of CION may be used for data transfer The web UI will present Upload and Download buttons in the All Clips portion of the UL If the Data LAN state is not active these buttons do not appear in the web UI This parameter defines the Apple ProRes encoding method The Encode Type is impacted by the 23 2 Frame Rate selection in the FPS menu These are the options ProRes 444 default for up to 30fps Records Apple ProRes 444 files e ProRes 422 HQ Records Apple ProRes 422 HQ files e ProRes 422 default for 50 fps Records Apple ProRes 422 files e ProRes 422 LT Records Apple ProRes 422 LT files ProRes 422 Proxy Records Apple ProRes 422 Proxy files The Encode Type selections will update automatically based on the 23 2 Frame Rate selection and only supported encoding types will be offered for a given frame rate This parameter determines behavior during playback of recordings These are the options One default Plays one clip and then stops playback e All Plays the current clip and then continues playing the subsequent clips on the media Playlist Plays clips from a user created list Playlists are created using the web UI discussed in Chapter 6 Web Browser Remote Control on page 66 With ALL or Playlist options selected CION will play all clips back regardless offormat or frame rate but you may notice the video monitor reset for format frame rate changes If all clips
22. e 1920x1080 with a 2 39 1 aspect ratio applied 1920x803 Mathematically derived with a 2 35 1 aspect ratio applied 1920 x 817 Mathematically derived with a 1 85 1 aspect ratio applied 1920x1038 Mathematically derived The sizes that are labeled Mathematically derived were obtained using the following methodology Horizontal width divided by aspect ratio vertical height rounded off no decimal places used 1920 2 39 803 35 803 1920 1 85 1037 84 1038 The graticules may be displayed in either white or black For most situations white is preferred but in very bright scenes black may be preferable These are the options White default Black 1 97 Display VU Meters 1 98 Histogram NOTE This parameter allows you to enable superimposed VU meters for monitoring and determining appropriate audio levels These are the options e Off default e Horizontal e Vertical The histogram provides an aid for exposure The histogram menu parameter lets you determine how you would like the histogram to be interpreted The default linear selection shows a representation of the sensor values with no interpretation or expansion applied Alternately a logarithmic selection may be used that expands the displayed data These are the options OFF default No histogram is superimposed on the monitoring outputs Linear Linear mapping is used to display the sensor values e Logarithmic
23. frame and no artifacts when capturing complex motion Apple ProRes features variable bit rate VBR encoding Smart encoding analyzes the image and allocates more bits to complex frames e Low data rate requirements when compared to uncompressed means less media space is required to store high quality video e Apple ProRes codecs may be used in a variety of non linear editing applications color correction applications and compositing applications without the need for transcoding CION v1 0 27 www aja com AJA Raw NOTE NOTE In addition to baseband video output CION also offers the ability to output raw sensor data via the SDI 1 4 Main Output connections or the Thunderbolt connection Raw output is dependent upon specific CONFIG menu parameter selections AJA s Corvid Ultra hardware and TruZoom software may be used to record the 4K or Ultra HD SDI raw output from CION up to and including 120Hz The SDI 1 4 Main Outputs main be configured for the following raw formats and frame rates 4K progressive 4096x2160 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 via SDI 1 RAW e 4K progressive 4096x2160 50 59 94 60 via SDI 1 2 RAW 4K progressive 4096x2160 119 88 120 via SDI 1 4 RAW Ultra HD progressive 3840x2160 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 via SDI 1 RAW Ultra HD progressive 3840x2160 50 59 94 60 via SDI 1 2 RAW e Ultra HD progressive 3840x2160 119 88 120 via SDI 1 4 RAW AJA also offers support for raw output of 4K or Ultra HD at
24. is to have clips named independently on CION units then select Slave Name Selecting Slave Name means that the recording will take it s name from the individual CION s parameters and not accept the value pushed to the Slave by the Master CION NOTE CION can initiate recordings among units quickly but not all units will begin or end recordings precisely at the same time or the same frame This is not really an issue if matching timecode via LTC is sent to each unit from a timecode generator via discrete outputs on the timecode generator or via a distribution amplifier for the timecode NOTE CION does not provide simultaneous playback of media only record start and stop functions are available Data Transfer via LAN If the CION is configured for Media State gt Data LAN appropriately encoded QuickTime files may be uploaded to the CION or downloaded from the CION via the All Clips portion of the interface For clip encoding requirements see Appropriately Encoded Clips on page 77 Figure 23 Data LAN Screen 0 D Connection Serial Number ARC a Soltware Version 0 175 Fi Connection Status tod Gang Brormon Presets Nutwork i CION 2 Firmware Playlists AIL CS 98 Demo Clip CTBTKA Roel 001 01 00 07 02 Upload 4 Download E Delete Partial Uptoads 8 51 88 Rael 001 e eje we Format EUN amp SC1ATK20 3840 2160p23 98 01 00 21 02 00 00 03 04 06 24 14 19 37 50 ProRes 444 During an uploa
25. its URL in the web browser The URL will be the IP address defined in CION s Network parameter menus Please note that CONFIG menu parameters 50 1 through 50 4 must all be configured correctly to access CION on your network If CION is using DHCP the default the IP address can be found by going to parameter 50 2 and reading it there When CION is shipped from the AJA factory it defaults to DHCP operation The DHCP selection is most useful in studio settings where the camera or cameras may be connected to an existing IT infrastructure If 50 1 is set to DHCP and the DHCP server on the network fails to grant an IP address then CION s 50 2 DHCP Address menu parameter will simply display 0 0 0 0 No connection to the device can be made with this address Check with your network administrator if you experience issues connecting to the device over a DHCP network If 50 1 is set to Default Addr the factory default static IP address 10 65 74 65 is used So if 50 1 is set to Default Addr to see CION s web interface you would type the following in the web browser http 10 65 74 65 Your computer or network must be configured to access this IP address You may need to make changes to your network settings on your host computer to access this IP address Figure 17 Default IP Address Configuration en Network 4 Show All Q Location Automatic D 2e nected kb Ste Status Connected Thunderbolt Ethernet is currently active and y
26. left of each screen is a Menu panel listing all the available CION screen choices Click any of these items to jump to that screen On the right side of each screen you ll also find a Connection panel This area shows the connection status and CION s serial number and software version This latter information is useful if you ever have to call AJA Technical Support to discuss a problem or get help Figure 19 CION Web UI CONFIG Screen CION CION e CO EF Outlook Web Apo Lon into Te TeamCily Apple Cloud Facebook Twitter Wikipedia Yahoo News Popular IS Gang Presets Network Firmware Playlists All Clips Connection Sorial Number 4KCO00711 Software Version 100 175 Connection Status Clip SC7BTK4 S1 88 Reel 001 01 00 07 02 Below the Connection panel the Network panel shows the CION systems on the network and allows you to switch control between systems See Gang Recording with Multiple CIONS on page 74 for additional information In the middle of each screen are menu choices and information pertaining to the subject matter of that screen At the top of each screen is an emulation of the CION user interface CION web screens closely mirror the parameter menus displayed on its front panel If you are unsure about the operation of a menu parameter hovering your mouse over the parameter name will bring up a tooltip for that parameter Additionally a pulldown menu above the emulation of the CION user in
27. limits for radio noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique du minist re des Communications Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radio lectriques visant les appareils num riques de classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique du minist re des Communications du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada CION v1 0 96 www aja com European Union and European Free Trade Association EFTA Regulatory Compliance This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association These countries listed in the following paragraph are referred to as The European Community throughout this document AUSTRIA BELGIUM BULGARIA CYPRUS CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK ESTONIA FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GREECE HUNGARY IRELAND ITALY LATVIA LITHUANIA LUXEMBOURG MALTA NETHERLANDS POLAND PORTUGAL ROMANIA SLOVAKIA SLOVENIA SPAIN SWEDEN UNITED KINGDOM ICELAND LICHTENSTEIN NORWAY SWITZERLAND Declaration of Conformity Marking by this symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the EMC Directive of the European Union 2004 108 EC cE This
28. period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service by contacting AJA Video support through the channels set forth on the support contacts web page at http www aja com support index php Except as stated the Customer shall bear all shipping packing insurance and other costs excluding parts and labor to effectuate repair Customer shall pack and ship the defective product to a service center designated by AJA Video with shipping charges prepaid AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer but only if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located This warranty shall not apply to any defect failure or damage caused by negligent inadequate or improper use handling or maintenance Without limiting the foregoing AJA Video shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty or repair any damage or malfunction a resulting from attempts by personnel other than AJA Video representatives to install repair or service the product b resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment c caused by the use of non AJA Video parts or supplies d if the product has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such a modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product or e resulting from being dropped or otherwise subjected to undue force exposure to moisture or other corrosive or conductive substances exposur
29. second SDI 1 2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr CION v1 0 59 www aja com 1080 HD Progressive 1080 HD 1920x1080 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second e Apple ProRes 422 all versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second e SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr SDI 1 2 RGB or SDI 1 RGB SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr 1080 HD Interlaced 1080 HD 1920x1080 interlaced 25 29 97 30 Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second SDI output support up to including 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr EI Menu Parameters Press the El Menu Button to enter the El menu parameters 24 1 El This menu parameter offers exposure index value selections Typically lower exposure index values are desirable for outdoor shooting or when the lowest possible noise is desired Higher exposure index values will be more often used when there are limitations with lighting These are the options 250 default Sets the exposure index to a value that is useful when working with controlled lighting or shooting outdoors The El 250 selection offers a wide range of accompanying gamma and color correction selections 320 Sets the exposure index to a value that is useful when working with controlled lighting The El 320 sel
30. stop and then enter the Media page Select a playlist from the Playlist parameter in the Media menu Once a playlist is selected you will notice that a double arrow indication will appear next to the selected list in the Playlists portion of the web UI If you go to the Transport portion of the web UI you will now notice that the playlist is cued up ready for playback of the first clip in the list If you want to navigate within your list you may use the fast forward and rewind buttons or the select up down buttons You can loop playback of a list using the Media menu parameters as well Management of the playlists is made possible via the web UI creation and management of playlists from the front panel is not supported An indication of a selected playlist is presented on the front panel UI via menu parameter 15 3 Playlist The selection of a playlist does not survive reboots of the unit but the playlists that are created do survive reboots CION v1 0 80 www aja com Chapter 7 Using AJA Optional Accessories Overview Back Focus Tool CION s design allows a variety of accessories to be used with the device AJA provides some of these accessories as optional items that may be purchased separately These accessories include the following Figure 26 Back Focus Tool Technically the Back Focus Tool is used to adjust the focal flange distance for CION The Back Focus Access Door is found at the front of CION The included
31. that use 15mm studio spacing or 19mm studio spacing Figure 28 Rear Baseplate The Rear Baseplate features 15mm lightweight spacing like the Front Baseplate You may use this baseplate to host rear mounted items like lightweight monitors battery brackets etc CION v1 0 82 www aja com NOTE NOTE Upper Rod Clamp 9 Extension Arm NOTE To use the Rear Baseplate accessory with CION be sure to use it with the Battery Adapter Plate that is supplied with CION To attach the Rear Baseplate to the CION slide the top of the Rear Baseplate into the slot in the bottom of the Battery Adapter Plate Use the 2x Phillips head 1 4 20 screws supplied with the accessory to secure the accessory to the heel and use the 2x 1 4 20 cap headed screws to secure the Rear Baseplate to the Battery Adapter Plate Be sure that the Rear Baseplate is attached to the Battery Adapter Plate not just the heel of CION to avoid the possibility of damaging the threaded inserts of the heel Figure 29 Upper Rod Clamp The Upper Rod Clamp features 15mm lightweight spacing like the Front Baseplate and the Rear Baseplate The Upper Rod Clamp is an ideal solution for mounting Third party viewfinder brackets 15mm rod based lightweight support arms e Focus iris zoom motors etc To attach the Upper Rod Clamp you will need to remove the handle assembly supplied with the CION Once you have removed the handle assembly you will place the Up
32. the LANC Cable to the CION Top Handle LANC Collar 24 Using Pak Media with COON 25 Inserting Pak media in CION 2 25 To remove Pak media from CION 2 25 Connecting Audio Devices to CION 26 Chapter 3 ProRes Recording 8 RAW Output 27 MEDIE ista da ia iaa ida 27 Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 444 27 PUA RAW siesta ies dae 28 Chapter 4 Basic Operations 29 Making a Recording oocooccocccccncncnncnncn He Hh een 29 Playing Backa Recording e e vacated oreet er eek exa EE d Xa AO Rd e 30 To playback recorded media 31 Formatting Media and Deleting Clips 31 CION v1 0 2 www aja com Chapter 5 User Interface Navigation 33 IMS Es AE and cid Secunia A dee 33 Default Display for the User Interface Screen 33 Entering the Menu Structure 34 To enter a specific menu cece cc cece cece enne 34 CONFIG Menu Parameter 36 1 3 Progressive Playback 2 36 1 5 Crop SDI 1 4 Output 0 ccc cece cece nent een mere 36 1 6 SUI 1 4 DUEDUE ida aia 37 1 62 SDI 12 bit 10 bit 0 ccc cece
33. the file CION v1 0 73 www aja com Export Buttons Recall Factory Preset Import Presets 1 20 lets you browse for and import a previously exported all presets file from your computer A dialog box warns you that the operation will overwrite all 20 current preset contents with the contents stored in the file The Export buttons save the associated preset contents to a file on your computer The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options The file name is the same as the preset name with the suffix presets If you export multiple files for the same preset anumber gets appended to ensure a unique file name The file size is small usually less than 10 kilobytes Export Presets 1 20 lets you save the contents of all presets to a file on your computer The file gets exported to the default download location specified in your browser options with the name all presets If you export multiple files a number gets appended to ensure a unique file name Recall Factory Preset recalls all editable video and audio parameters to their factory default settings Individual presets user preferences and Network settings such as the IP Address are not affected Gang Recording with Multiple CIONs System At a glance you can see all of the CION systems that are present on the same local LAN in the Connection section of the web UI Their system names are shown in the Network panel on the right side of
34. the options OFF default No crop is applied to the SDI 1 4 outputs ON Crops 4K 4096x2160 to 3840x2160 Ultra HD output or crops 2K 2048x1080 to 1920x1080 HD output NOTE Some monitors and devices connected to CION may not offer support for 4K 4096x2160 or 2K 2048x1080 and you may need to enable the crop feature to properly interact with these devices Be sure to consult your device s technical specifications to see what formats and frame rates it supports NOTE Enabling the crop feature has no impact if Ultra HD 1080p or 1080i video has been configured in the FPS menu CION v1 0 36 www aja com 1 6 SDI 1 4 Output This menu parameter determines the type of output used by the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs These are the options Table 1 SDI Output Parameter Options SDI 1 4 RGB default Sets SDI 1 4 outputs to RGB supports up to 4K 30 fps SDI 1 4 YCbCr Sets SDI 1 4 outputs to YCbCr supports up to 4K 60 fps SDI 1 4 RAW Sets SDI 1 4 to RAW supports up to 4K 120 fps SDI 1 2 RGB Sets SDI 1 2 outputs to RGB supports up to 2K 30 fps SDI 1 2 YCbCr Sets SDI 1 2 outputs to YCbCr supports up to 2K 60 fps SDI 1 2 RAW Sets SDI 1 2 outputs to RAW supports up to 4K 60 fps SDI 1 RGB Sets SDI 1 to RGB supports up to 2K 30 fps SDI 1 YCbCr Sets SDI 1 to YCbCr supports up to 2K 60 fps SDI 1 RAW Sets SDI 1 to RAW supports up to 4K 30 fps NOTE Format Frame Rate and Encode Type me
35. the screen Figure 22 Gang Recording Screen Connection Serial Number 4KCOOU7 H1 Clip SCTBTK4 Reel 001 Record Format Free Storage Gang Sattings Al Cies Use Custom Clip Name OFF Clip Name SC Clip Number 7 Clip Append Alpha Alpha Append B Take 5 4090x2100p 23 98 E D Use Master Name 4096x2160p 23 98 CION v1 0 74 www aja com NOTE Click a system name to switch the browser to that particular CION system You must have a properly configured default gateway to see the CIONS If the Default Gateway parameter 50 4 is not configured properly other CIONs will not be listed Multiple CION units can be used in unison to produce recordings via the Gang Control feature This feature is only available via the web UI when CION units have IP addresses configured under a common network and subnet mask and are connected via their LAN connections to an ethernet switch or hub to a host computer AJA recommends that all CION units in a gang use the same firmware version Example You have a CION Master a CION Slave both attached on a network where their static IP addresses are 192 168 0 2 and 192 168 0 3 both with a subnet mask value of 255 255 255 0 They are connected to a host computer with IP address 192 168 0 1 and subnet mask 255 255 255 0 The host computer uses a web browser like Apple s Safari to access the Master CION by entering 192 168 0 2 in the URL field of the browser The CION Maste
36. time lapse recording Typically only one frame per interval time is desired but in some cases you may wish to produce under cranking effects not just time lapse by increasing the number of frames recorded These are the options Incrementing Value Sets the number of frames to use for the recording Determines the time period from which the interval frames are selected These are the options Second default The interval frames are selected from within a second e Minute The interval frames are selected from within a minute Hour The interval frames are selected from within an hour NOTE 9 1 and 9 2 appear in the menu structure only if 9 0 is set to ON 41 2 Video SG This parameter determines the video signal output from CION s internal signal generator These are the options OFF default The test signal output is disabled BLACK Video test signal output is color black 75 BARS Video test signal output is 75 color bars 10096 BARS Video test signal output is 10096 color bars 75 BARS PLUGE Video test signal output is 75 color bars plus pluge picture line up generation equipment pattern NOTE The video signal generator acts as a substitute for the signal from the sensor Because of this if the Video SG is configured for Black 75 Bars 10096 Bars or 75 Bars Pluge you may record these signal generators NOTE Unlike the 23 98 through 60 fps selections if the camera is configured
37. used alone or with the VCT HEEL or VCT HEEL RBP accessories when mounting CION to an ENG quick release plate CION v1 0 84 www aja com VCT HEEL NOTE VCT HEEL RBP Viewfinder Mount Figure 34 VCT HEEL The VCT HEEL is for use with traditional ENG quick release plates Secure the VCT HEEL to the bottom of CION using the two supplied 1 4 20 screws The VCT HEEL is designed to be used with the CION without any baseplates attached If CION Front and Rear Baseplate accessories are attached to CION then the VCT WEDGE and the alternate VCT HEEL RBP should be used The VCT HEEL RBP is designed for use with the VCT WEDGE and the Rear Baseplate If you are using the Front Baseplate and the Rear Baseplate accessories for CION to achieve the proper spacing the VCT HEEL RBP is required when interfacing with ENG quick release plates Secure the VCT HEEL RBP to the bottom of the Rear Baseplate accessory using the supplied 2x 1 4 20 screws Figure 35 Viewfinder Mount The Viewfinder Mount for CION works with a variety of third party viewfinders or smaller lightweight on board monitors and offers a great deal of adjustment The L shaped bracket may be rotated to secure the viewfinder or monitor as needed The rosette and knob allow the angle of this bracket to be adjusted to suit the user One of the 15mm rods allows the L shaped bracket to be positioned further or closer to the eye The other 15mm rod is used with the through hole on t
38. 0 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr SDI 1 2 RGB or SDI 1 RGB SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr 1080 HD 1920x1080 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 e Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second Apple ProRes 422 all versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr SDI 1 2 RGB or SDI 1 RGB SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 2 YCbCr or SDI 1 YCbCr e 1080 HD 1920x1080 interlaced 25 29 97 30 Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second SDI output support up to including 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr CION v1 0 89 www aja com Exposure Index e 250 320 e 500 e 800 White Balance e 3200K e 4500K e 5600K e Preset Auto White Balance Weight 6 4 lbs 2 9 kg without top handle attached e 7 4 lbs 3 4 kg with top handle attached Power e AC Range 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz AC adapter DC Range 12 18Vdc 5A maximum 4 pin XLR connector or 2 pin input connector Consumption 38 42W typical 45 47W maximum Note does not include power draw from 2 pin output connector Output 2 pin power output connector 10W recommended maximum Temperature Range Safe Operating Temperature Range 5C to 40C e
39. 1 Back Focus TOOL eue eer eerte ep ae RERO C REPOS 81 Front Bas plate eco ca 82 Rear Baseplate ici ra ande e nat RR 82 Upper Rod Clamp eee EELER KREE EK EELER EEN 83 OM EXtenSIOM ERT coste ig rm I ode oh eae AR een CR EN EN Cr I ENS 83 CION v1 0 4 www aja com 6 EXTENSION ATITIa uite cent IO a 84 Rod Rosette Mount 2 84 VCT WEDGE 45644808 aaa ad ia deeds 84 VOT HEEL ccoo ida 85 Viel EE 85 Viewfinder Mount 85 LANC Col sensuel wand ad ia ta 86 Coiled LANG Cable ge ii id VPE PI eee Y 86 Short LANC Gable asno e nu Ue do rur EEN 86 7inch 15mm ROG EEN 87 Handgrip ise St eet eg dard ne dent Seas Ves ee E peu we Eet d RR x 87 Appendix A Specifications 88 User Interface 0 0 ccc cece cece cence ene cece een hme an 88 Sensor LY Pi cad aed RR FRANE TRE eas soto eee 88 SEMSORSIZE 4m resserre KH ea Vee EE e 88 FiltratiOr eio cin cade epe cin cts vlr A DAR 88 Removable Storage 2 88 Video Outputs circa IU e NR eae Y VER ER TOR EIU cease 88 Audio Inputs uie rece emen rene rena ec es rho usce ose ra nte anse 88 Audio OUTPUT s ence dr dented ODER a PEE US 88 Reference PU ee er mee nt ere CERA IT UR CRAT CE ARR 88 TIMO COdG rm 89 Network Interface 4 ehem eene 89 Format Frame Rate Encoding Output Information 89 Exposure INGE
40. 3 98 amp 24 25 29 97 amp 30 50 59 94 amp 60 119 88 amp 120 1 24 1 25 1 30 1 50 1 60 1 120 1 48 default 1 30 1 50 1 60 1 100 1 200 1 50 1 50 default 1 60 default 1 100 default 1 120 default 1 240 default 1 60 1 60 1 90 1 150 1 180 1 360 1 72 1 100 1 120 1 200 1 240 1 480 1 96 1 200 1 240 1 400 1 480 1 960 1 192 1 300 1 360 1 600 1 720 1 1440 1 288 1 600 1 720 1 1200 1 1440 1 2880 1 576 CION v1 0 61 www aja com 24 3 Shutter Angle The shutter angle values will differ depending on the frame rate Table 5 Shutter Angles Available by Format 23 98 amp 24 25 29 97 amp 30 50 59 94 amp 60 119 88 amp 120 360 360 360 360 360 360 180 default 300 216 300 216 216 172 8 180 default 180 default 180 default 180 default 180 default 144 150 120 120 120 120 120 90 90 90 90 90 90 45 45 45 45 45 45 30 30 30 30 30 30 15 15 15 15 15 15 NOTE In actuality the 360 degree value is fractionally less than 360 degrees Helpful Hint If you are more familiar with still photography you may find it useful to configure CION to display the shutter values as speeds and if you are more familiar with film or motion pictures you may find it more useful to configure the CION to display shutter values as angles 24 7 Gamma This menu parameter determines whether a gamma setting will be applied to the video The options are Disabled No gamma cu
41. 96x2160 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 119 88 120 e Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second e Apple ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr SDI 1 4 RGB or SDI 1 RAW SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr or SDI 1 2 RAW e SDI output support for 119 88 120 frames per second SDI 1 4 RAW Ultra HD Ultra HD 3840x2160 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 119 88 120 Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second Apple ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second e SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr SDI 1 4 RGB or SDI 1 RAW SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr or SDI 1 2 RAW e SDI output support for 119 88 120 frames per second SDI 1 4 RAW 2K e 2K 2048x1080 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 e Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second e Apple ProRes 422 all versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 YCbCr SDI 1 2 RGB or SDI 1 RGB e SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per
42. CLON CAMERA OPERATIONS MANUAL Version 1 0 Published January 8 2015 VIDEO SYSTEMS Table of Contents Noticas O Trademarks nai aca dia ondes edad bata 6 CO EE 6 Contacting SUP POM exonera ii ias rada ii 6 This EE 7 Chapter 1 Introduction 8 ol iiss remaniement rs a pada aN aad 8 Physical Design socia a a Ra REN Niere ie tes 8 Hardware Connect assessment EIERE NEEN ENEE EE FER EEN 9 Open Architecture SEN inoin r v yhp E VER Er V RE VE e VES dns 9 Functiohality e det dere deg ree oes eva e coe AAA Ra ede Ron Rea o does 10 Physical Layout ss eee ee e ee arre Re ey ae ENN E EE EE E EHE ENN EEN 10 BLOMUS canet etuer Re Ee dU RR tad Gul A eR dae eet LE oa d e 10 Operator Side 11 User Interface Screen 12 Connector Side movistar pee RET ede da REG Red ogee ax 13 ln 14 BOON PUT 15 ii deet Sony ebrios OFT es bevor es tbe de Ne atte a eas 16 Chapter 2 Making Basic Connections 17 ju U 17 Supplying Power to COON 17 Connecting an AJA AC DC Power Supply to CION 17 Connecting a Battery Plate to CION 17 Power Up and Power Down of COON 18 Mounting a Lens to COON 19 Connecting a Monitoring Device to CION 4 19 Front Monitor Outputs cec mn dues eme nee eee 22 Rear Monitor Outputs eh ehe 22 Connecting
43. Collar Knob 18 Power Button 9 STATUS Menu Button 19 Menu Buttons 10 User Interface Control Knob NOTE Natural variations in the wooden portion of the handle are to be expected since wood grain and stain may vary Color variations in the shoulder pad are also possible due to the use of natural material Figure 4 on page 12 provides an expanded view of the Transport and Menu buttons CION v1 0 11 www aja com Figure 4 CION Transport and Menu Buttons 1 Status Menu Button 7 CONFIG Menu Button 2 Reverse Playback Button 8 MEDIA Menu Button 3 Playback Button 9 FPS Menu Button 4 Fast Forward Playback Button 10 El Menu Button 5 Stop Pause Button 11 WB Menu Button 6 Media Unmount Button User Interface Screen CION features a User Interface Screen on the operator side This User Interface Screen features not only information about the status of the device but also menu information and a confidence image NOTE The confidence image is not intended to act as a substitute for a more full featured electronic viewfinder or an on board monitor Figure 5 CION Onboard User Interface Screen and Controls CION v1 0 12 www aja com Connector Side NOTE NOTE This side of the unit features the audio and video connections Both front and rear connections are provided for ease of use Figure 6 CION Connector Side 1 2 d j Liha 4 a CION G LANC 2 5mm connector
44. F optical low pass filter and IR infrared cut filter The OLPF helps eliminate undesirable moire in images and the IR cut eliminates unwanted infrared image contamination to produce accurate colors Industry standard hirth tooth rosettes allow easy integration with accessories such as hand grips The top and bottom of the body feature removable cheese plates with multiple threaded holes so that accessories like the AJA supplied top handle may be easily attached to the unit The use of magnesium body panels makes the unit exceptionally lightweight yet rigid No proprietary connectors have been used in the design so that readily available cables may be used with the device Transport buttons are provided for the review of recordings made on the device Dedicated menu buttons are provided for the easy configuration of settings User interface navigation is via a single User Interface Control Knob A built in screen supplies menu information as well as a confidence image CION v1 0 8 www aja com Hardware Connectivity Open Architecture An array of audio and video connectors make integrating CION with other products easy 4x 3G SDI HD SDI Outputs 4x BNC connectors 2x 3G SDI HD SDI Monitor Outputs 1x front mounted BNC connector 1x rear mounted BNC connector 1x HDMI v1 4 Output rear mounted HDMI v1 4 Type A connector 1x HDMI v1 3 Output front mounted HDMI v1 3 Type A connector 2x Balanced Analog Audio Inputs
45. Logarithmic mapping is used to display the sensor values While the histogram feature serves as an accurate exposure guide during live preview or recording it is not representative when playing back recorded material CION v1 0 42 www aja com 1 99 Histogram Mode The histogram may be configured to display luminance individual colors of RGB RGB or RGB and luminance at the same time These are the options e Luma default e PR e D e B RGB e RGB Luma 4 1 Analog Audio This parameter configures the analog audio signal level for input These are the options 24dBu default Selects pro level USA signal levels of 24dBu 18dBu Selects pro level European signal levels of 18dBu 15dBu Selects pro level German signal levels of 15dBu 12dBu Selects consumer signal levels of 12dBu NOTE Maximum amplitude 0 dBFS NOTE Professional audio equipment has much higher levels than consumer equipment a 0 VU reading corresponds to 4 dBu Connecting a consumer device to a professional audio input typically does not have sufficient power to drive the input 6 1 Genlock Applying genlock to CION is not typically needed for single camera productions In multi camera productions when signals need to be synchronized for example when live switching camera sources reference should be applied to the Reference Input connector These are the options Freerun default CION relies on its own timebase and
46. ON v1 0 46 www aja com 50 5 System Name This parameter defines a name for CION and gives it a unique identifier For example this name is used when displaying systems via the web interface Variable Using the User Interface Control Knob enter a subnet mask compatible with your LAN The default System Name is CION You may select characters to create an up to 20 character name To edit a character 1 Push in the User Interface Control Knob and turn it 2 When you see the character you want press the knob again The character set allowed is 0 through 9 A through Z uppercase and a through z lowercase 50 6 MAC Address This parameter is an information only field showing the MAC address of CION s ethernet adapter Information only display Selecting this parameter allows you to view CION s ethernet MAC address The MAC address is a unique value associated with the internal ethernet network adapter MAC addresses are also known as hardware addresses or physical addresses MAC addresses uniquely identify an ethernet adapter on a LAN MAC address format MM MM MM SS SS SS The value is 12 digit hexadecimal 50 9 User Authentication This parameter enables or disables an authentication login requirement when using the web UI By default this parameter is set to Disabled If you select Login via the front panel interface and then attempt to use the web UI interface you will be asked for a login passw
47. Output Overview CION records Apple ProRes QuickTime files to solid state Pak media Pak media is formatted as HFS which means that it reads natively on Mac OS computers and may also be read by Windows OS computers when used with third party software utilities Once removed from CION the Pak media can be inserted in the AJA Pak Dock media reader The Pak Dock connects directly to a computer via either Thunderbolt or USB 3 0 High speed connectivity allows you to rapidly transfer and back up files Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 444 Apple ProRes 422 or Apple ProRes 444 codecs are virtually indistinguishable from uncompressed 4K Ultra HD 2K HD Apple ProRes maintains quality during editorial surviving multiple encoding decoding generations without degradation Some of the advantages of using Apple ProRes include e Resolution support for 4K 4096x2160 Ultra HD 3840x2160 2K 2048x1080 and HD 1920x080 at frame rates from 23 98 to 60 4 2 2 chroma sampling up to 60 fps or 4 4 4 up to 30 fps 10 bit sample depth Apple ProRes 422 versions preserves subtle gradients making it perfect for green screen compositing or color correction with no visible banding artifacts 12 bit sample depth Apple ProRes 444 has all of the merits of 10 bit with added specificity making it ideal for situations where the highest quality may be required Apple ProRes features frame only encoding This ensures consistent quality in every
48. Place the white card in front of the lens so that it is evenly illuminated with the predominant light source for best results If a white card is not available you may still perform an auto white balance but be aware that the result may simply not be as accurate as when a white card is used You may perform an auto white balance operation via the shortcut method of pressing and holding in the WB menu button for three seconds you do not need to enter the Auto White Balance menu parameter to perform this operation This parameter determines the total saturation of the image where e the value 100 is normal producing full saturation of colors the value O is completely desaturated producing a monochromatic black and white image Value varies from 100 to 0 An impact to the image does not occur until you select a new value and see it appear in yellow typeface the image does not update dynamically as the value is changed CION v1 0 63 www aja com 25 4 Color Correction NOTE NOTE NOTE STATUS Menu This parameter may be used to produce in camera looks via color correction matrices Normal default This selection may be used throughout the majority of gamma and white balance combinations Note that the Normal selection favors skin tones as opposed to overall color accuracy Also note that this look may vary considerably depending upon the corresponding gamma selection used This selection is not availab
49. Safe Storage Temperature Range power OFF 30C to 70C CION v1 0 90 www aja com imensions D Figure 1 CION Dimensions Top View o o o o o o Q o o o o o Q o o o o Top View www aja com 91 CION v1 0 Figure 2 CION Dimensions Connector Side View 665 16 89 CION v1 0 92 www aja com Figure 3 CION Dimensions Front View 8 752 222 3 5 923 150 45 0 2 CHEESEPLATE tH 5 547 140 9 5 941 150 9 4 443 112 85 000 0 0 2 CHEESEPLATE A Front View CION v1 0 93 www aja com Figure 4 CION Dimensions Back View S OS 1661 6 Ly z881 c6 lv 0s9 t 000 c6 Lp 0S9 t 6 Ly 88 LS OS 1661 Back View www aja com 94 CION v1 0 CION Dimensions Operator Side 7 754 196 95 8 030 203 95 10 567 268 41 11 184 284 07 8 752 222 3 8 393 213 19 CHEESEPLATE 0 2 5 547 140 9 UL 4 507 114 47 KE 1 763 T 44 79 24 4 31 53 E AE SS SCH 1 124 000 i a 0 CHEESEPLATE 0 2 Right View CION v1 0 95 www aja com Appendix B Safety and Compliance Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance Notices Class B Interference Statement FCC Caution This equipment has been tested and found
50. Sensor Plane Post Tape Hook The Sensor Plane Post Tape Hook may be positioned on either the side of the unit or on the top of the unit as shown 3 Cl gr ir 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 Sensor Plane Indicator Mark Sensor Plane Post Tape Hook Threaded Insert Front SDI Monitor Output BNC connector 3G 1 485Gbps LANC 2 5mm connector Analog Audio Input 2x 3 pin XLR connectors with line mic 48v selection switch per input HDMI Type A connector v1 4 Rear SDI Monitor Output BNC connector 3G 1 485Gbps SDI 1 4 Main Outputs 4x BNC connectors 3G 1 485Gbps Reference Input BNC connector analog color black LTC BNC connector 0 5 to 4 5Vpp USB Type A connector v2 0 Natural variations in the wooden portion of the handle are to be expected since wood grain and stain may vary Color variations in the shoulder pad are also possible due to the use of natural material CION v1 0 13 www aja com Top The top side of the unit features audio and video connections as well as the Media Slot Figure 7 CION Top 1 Media Slot Headphone Jack 3 5mm stereo mini TRS Headphone Volume Control Knob n Fan Cover Back Focus Access Door PL Lens Mount PL Lens Mount Cover LANC 2 5mm connector HDMI Type A connector v1 3 0 2 pin Power Output Connector 10W recommended maximum 11 Cheese Plate Top Handle Mount Onan gt CION v1 0 14 www aja com Bottom The bottom of the unit featur
51. UCH DAMAGES AJA VIDEO s LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT SHALL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT CION v1 0 107 www aja com Index Numerics 2 pin power connector 27 2 pin power input connector 16 3G SDI output level A B 37 4 pin XLR 17 7 segment LEDs 26 A AC DC power supply 17 AJA Pak Dock 27 alpha append 55 alternate rear door 17 analog audio input 43 Apple ProRes 27 applying genlock 43 appropriately encoded clips 77 aspect ratio graticules 47 aspect ratio values 47 audio and video connections 13 audio device connection 26 audio input level adjustment 26 audio test signal 45 B back focus access door 10 backlighting of keys 49 battery adapter plate 77 battery plates 76 bottom mounts 15 C calendar date 48 camera name 54 CAT 5 ethernet cables 67 CION control methods 33 system name 47 systems 74 web screens 70 clip name 55 number 55 take number 56 color settings 63 combined clip name 56 Compliance Statements 96 confidence image 12 CONFIG parameters 36 configuration options El exposure index 34 FPS frames per second 34 general 34 media 34 WB white balance 34 connections 13 side 13 top 14 control knob audio 26 headphone volume 26 create a reel name 54 creating playlists 78 cue up a clip 78 custom clip name 56 D data mode 52 data LAN 76 daylight savings 49 default display mode 33 default gateway 74 delete a recor
52. Variable Using the User Interface Control Knob enter a custom clip name Default name CUSTOM 19 4 Custom Take This parameter defines a custom take number These are the options 1 to 999 Selects a value between 1 and 999 NOTE 999 is the maximum take number value 22 1 Gang Clip Name This parameter is used when performing gang recording via multiple CION units refer to Gang Recording with Multiple CIONs on page 74 If the desire is to have clips named the same across all CION ganged units recordings then use the Master Name selection in this parameter If the desire is to have clips named independently on CION units then Slave Name should be selected Selecting Slave Name means that the recording will take its name from the individual CION s parameters and not accept the value pushed to the Slave by the Master CION unit These are the options Master Name default Enable clips to be named the same across all CION ganged units Slave Name Name clips independently on CION units NOTE Most gang controls are only available in the web user interface FPS Menu Parameters FPS contains configuration options for the format and frames per second Press the FPS Menu Button to enter the FPS menu parameters NOTE The default parameter in the following menus is highlighted by bold typeface 23 1 Format 4K default Configures the camera for 4K 4096x2160 progressive This impacts recording and video ou
53. X ii 90 White Balance viii A A ici 90 TL m 90 POWER sms eee eee DERIT RA ed en reset 90 Temperature Range sus vs et eR ne nha eth rege a raa dames ses 90 DIMENSIONS ues eter DOLEO UTC IR UR TU ects nee 91 Appendix B Safety and Compliance 96 Federal Communications Commission FCC Compliance Notices 96 Class B Interference Statement 96 FCO CautlO NM vices ada EE E detente 96 Canadian ICES Statement 96 European Union and European Free Trade Association EFTA Regulatory Compltance sees nm ee 97 Declaration of Conformity csse m 97 Korea KCC Compliance Statement 98 Taiwan Compliance Statement 98 Japanese Compliance Statement 98 Recycling Notice kg ege Ee rr a 99 Translated Warning and Caution Messages 99 Before Operation Please Read These Instructions 99 Warranty and Liability Information 106 Limited Warrantpy 0 cece cece cere cnet IH e HH he He heh 106 Limitation of Liability sas ss ener eee eem mete EE wedi a ek en tae ds 107 Index voee eU Cen erae ads asas 108 CION v1 0 5 www aja com Notices Trademarks Copyright AJA lo Ki Pro KONA KUMO T TAP Because it matters and ROI are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems Inc in the United States AJA and Ki Pro are trademarks of AJA Video Systems Inc registere
54. a dual function When playing back a clip Play Fast Forward or Reverse the first push of the Stop Button acts as a pause mode the playback is paused the current point of the clip is displayed and the Stop Button flashes A second push of Stop Button completely stops the playback and CION s outputs return to an E to E mode where a live view is presented NOTE To determine ata glance if the Stop Button is in a pause mode note that the stop button will flash if media playback is paused The Stop Button is fully illuminated in stop mode Play Button Press the Play Button to begin forward playback of the current clip at normal speed Fast Forward Playback Button Press this button to begin fast playback of the current clip at 2x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 4x 8x and 16x NOTE Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When fast forwarding at any speed audio is muted Reverse Playback Button Pressing this button when not lit begins playback of the current clip in reverse at 2x speed Successive pushes increase the speed to 4x 8x and 16x NOTE Pushing the button after 16x speed is reached has no further effect When playing in reverse audio is muted for all speeds Move from Clip to Clip Rotate the User Interface Control Knob clockwise or counter clockwise NOTE Ifyou have not already entered playback turning the User Interface Control Knob will automatically en
55. adiateurs des bouches d air de chauffage des fourneaux ou d autres appareils amplificateurs compris qui produisent de la chaleur Warnung Nicht in der Nahe von Warmequellen wie Heizk rpern Heizregistern Ofen oder anderen W rme erzeugenden Ger ten einschlie lich Verst rkern aufstellen jAdvertencia No instale cerca de fuentes de calor tales como radiadores registros de calor estufas u otros aparatos incluidos amplificadores que generan calor Aviso N o instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores sa das de calor fog es ou outros aparelhos incluindo amplificadores que produzam calor Avviso Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni diffusori di aria calda stufe o altri apparecchi amplificatori compresi che emettono calore CION v1 0 100 www aja com Warning A Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Avertissement La s curit de la prise polaris e ou de la prise de type mise a la terre ne doit en aucun cas tre emp ch e de fonctionner Une prise polaris e a deux broches l une tant plus large que l autre Une prise de type mise
56. annul e si le ch ssis est ouvert par toute autre personne qu un technicien d un centre de service ou d un tablissement agr AJA Warnung ffnen Sie das Geh use nicht Keine der Ger teteile k nnen vom Benutzer gewartet werden Durch das Offnen des Geh uses wird die Garantie hinf llig es sei denn solche Wartungsarbeiten werden in einem AJA Service Center oder einem lizenzierten Betrieb vorgenommen jAdvertencia No abra el chasis El interior no contiene piezas reparables por el usuario El abrir el chasis anulara la garantia a menos que se lo haga en un centro de servicio AJA o en un local autorizado Advert ncia N o abra o chassi N o h internamente nenhuma peca que permita manutenc o pelo usu rio Abrir o chassi anula a garantia a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de servicos da AJA ou por um local autorizado Avvertenza Non aprire lo chassis All interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall utente L apertura dello chassis invalidera la garanzia se non viene effettuata da un centro ufficiale o autorizzato AJA Warning A This device is a Class B product Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference at their own expense Attention Le p riph rique est un produit de Classe B Le fonctionnement de cet quipement dans une zone r sidentiell
57. ard Rear Door of the unit Set aside the 4x Torx T10 screws from the Standard Rear Door as they will be needed to attach the Alternate Rear Door 2 Attach the Alternate Rear Door using the 4x Torx T10 screws being sure to allow the 2 pin power lead to protrude through the opening as pictured in Figure 10 on page 18 CION v1 0 17 www aja com NOTE NOTE NOTE The 2 pin power lead is a Tyco Electronics 172165 1 connector with two 1 7709870 0 crimp pins These crimp pins accept 20AWG wire The expected mating connector on the battery plates is a Tyco Electronics 172233 1 connector with two 170360 1 crimp pins or similar These connectors are referred to as Mini Universal MATE N LOCK by Tyco Electronics but may be referred to by other names by other vendors This 2 pin power connector type is common to various ENG cameras so battery plates with the appropriate mating connector are available from a variety of vendors such as Anton Bauer Example QR DP800 IDX Example P V2 etc Figure 10 Alternate Rear Door amp 2 Pin Power Lead 3 Attach the Battery Adapter Plate using the 3x 4 40 cap screws 4 Attach the third party battery plate to the Battery Adapter Plate Requires third party supplied battery plate and M3 threaded screws You may elect to connect the Battery Adapter Plate and the third party battery plate once and then leave them connected to the unit for future ease of use Power Up and Power Down of
58. are so many possible configurations of electronic viewfinders and on board monitors specific instructions for configuration are not supplied here Consult your monitoring product s manual for additional configuration details Figure 12 Viewfinders As a general rule make all of the power and video connections from CION to the monitoring device s prior to powering up the monitoring device s CION v1 0 21 www aja com Front Monitor Outputs The Front SDI Monitor Output allows support for the output of the following formats and frame rates e 2K progressive 2048x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output 1080 progressive HD 1920x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output e 1080 interlaced HD 1920x1080 25 29 97 30 NOTE Formats and frame rates output are dependent upon CONFIG MEDIA and FPS menu parameter selections NOTE Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors will support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see if a given format and frame rate is supported The Front HDMI Monitor Output allows support for the output of the following formats and frame rates 2K progressive 2048x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output
59. be switched out when it reaches 10 of capacity With 10 of media remaining the WARNING Media Full prompt will appear WARNING Media May appear if CION does not recognize the file system on the Pak media or the media has Unformatted never been formatted WARNING Storage Removed Will appear if the media is removed without first hitting the Media Unmount Button to properly unmount it In the event this happens media immediately re inserted into the CION may show clips as N A and subsequent recordings may not be possible To resolve this issue mount the media on an Apple computer under Mac OSX then remove and re insert the media into your CION If the media does not read properly you will need to format it Additionally this alarm may lead to the Please Reboot prompt WARNING Please Reboot Appears if Pak media was removed without the use of the Media Unmount Button and CION cannot continue operating and must be rebooted WARNING Backup and May appear if the media has issues being mounted by CION As the prompt indicates it is Reformat best to back up the media by copying it to another hard drive or disk array and then reformat the media Some signs that the media is in a read only state even though clips have been recorded to the media N A appears in the clip area of the UI Loading appears in the clip area of the UI but does not eventually load a clip or hitting the record button with al
60. d useful information about the upload is given the name of the file being uploaded the size of the file being uploaded a progress bar and a Cancel button Additionally transfer speed information remaining time to transfer and percentage of data transferred are shown CION v1 0 76 www aja com NOTE If an upload is canceled or interrupted for any reason the transfer may be resumed by simply selecting the clip that was transferring again and re starting the transfer If you have canceled some uploads you may regain the space that these partial uploads may occupy on them media by choosing the Delete Partial Uploads option To download a clip select the Download option Note that the file will be downloaded to the particular web browser s selected download location Appropriately Encoded Clips Appropriately encoded clips must have the following properties e A supported codec Apple ProRes 444 Apple ProRes 422 Proxy Apple ProRes 422 LT Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 HQ e A supported frame size 4096x2160 4K 3840x2160 Quad HD 2048x1080 2K 1920x1080 HD e A supported frame rate 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 and 60 fps for 4K Quad HD 2K or 1080p material 25 or 29 97 fps for 1080i material Proper interlace setting for interlaced material for 50Hz and 59 94 Hz regions HD interlaced material will be top field first Proper sound settings Format Linear PCM Channels
61. d in other countries AJA Control Room CION Corvid Ultra FIDO Science of the Beautiful TruScale TruZoom V2Analog and V2Digital are trademarks of AJA Video Systems Inc AirPort Apple Apple logo AppleShare AppleTalk FireWire iPod iPod touch Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc Final Cut Pro QuickTime and QuickTime logo are trademarks of Apple Inc Avid Avid DNxHD and Media Composer are registered trademarks of Avid Technology Inc HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC DVI is a registered trademark of DDWG TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders Copyright 2014 AJA Video Systems Inc All rights reserved All information in this manual is subject to change without notice No part of the document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying or recording without the express written permission of AJA Video Systems Inc Contacting Support Telephone FAX Web Support Email Sales Email When calling for support have all information at hand prior to calling To contact AJA for sales or support use any of the following methods 1 530 271 3190 1 530 271 3140 http www aja com support aja com sales aja com CION v1 0
62. de with the last recorded clip displayed You may navigate through additional clips by turning the User Interface Control Knob to determine if there are other individual clips you wish to delete or you may press the STOP button to return to an E to E mode where a live view is presented CION v1 0 32 www aja com Chapter 5 User Interface Navigation Overview There are two ways to control CION From the operator side using the menu buttons and the User Interface Control Knob Remotely from a web browser connected using CION s LAN connection This chapter discusses configuring CION using the menu buttons and the User Interface Control Knob For Web Browser control information refer to Chapter 6 Web Browser Remote Control on page 66 Default Display for the User Interface Screen The User Interface Screen has a default display mode With Pak media inserted the default display mode has a top line of information that provides the clip name on the left side and the percentage of the remaining media capacity on the right side The second line provides the current reel number on the left side and the timecode for the clip on the right side CION v1 0 33 www aja com Entering the Menu Structure CONFIG MEDIA FPS EI WB STATUS CION uses a flat menu structure there are no sub menus or menus within menus CION s menu parameters are divided among the following dedicated menu buttons Contain
63. ded clip 32 delete clips 53 E El exposure index menu options 60 electronic viewfinder power 21 enter a menu parameter 34 excess voltage 17 exit a menu parameter 35 F factory default 35 factory default settings 51 fan speed 50 fast forward playback button 30 format and frames per second 57 format media 37 53 FPS menu 57 frame guidelines 41 frame rates 58 G gang recording 57 74 genlock 43 graticules overlay 41 green indicator light 77 H HDMI 10 bit 8 bit 38 CION v1 0 108 www aja com HDMI connections 19 HDMI output scaled full rastor 38 heavy lenses 19 HFS 27 histogram mode 43 import a preset file 73 internal cooling fan 50 internal signal generator 45 interval record 44 IP address 46 J jam sync 43 jog 37 L LAN connection 67 LAN connector 76 LAN settings 46 LANC collar cable connection 24 lens notch 79 line cord 17 looped playback 53 low battery warning 26 LTC input 43 M MAC address 47 master name 57 master slave units 74 media configuration 51 media formatting 53 media reader 27 media slot 14 media state 76 menu controls 77 menu information 12 menu parameters 29 menu structure 34 monitoring devices 19 monitors 27 mounting baseplates 15 mounting PAK media 25 move from clip to clip 30 multiple CIONs 74 multiple parameter value entry 35 N network configuration 46 non drop frame 44 O operational voltage 17 P Pak media insert
64. e of and stop recordings in progress if at all possible before battery failure CION can sometimes manage to close the file before the battery stops providing sufficient power but this is not always possible due to the nature of some batteries and the duration of some recordings It is best to be mindful of remaining battery life The use of batteries with metering or remaining power indications is highly recommended Connecting Audio Devices to CION NOTE NOTE Tools needed None Parts needed Third party XLR audio cables and Mini TRS headphones CION features two balanced analog audio XLR inputs with dedicated line mic and phantom power selections for each input Audio Control Knobs for each input are also provided so that signal level may be controlled Additionally an Analog Audio CONFIG menu parameter allows you to determine the appropriate input audio signal level type 24dBu 18dBu 15dBu or 12dBu based on the type of audio equipment you are using with CION Audio is recorded as 24 bit 48kHz Use the 48 dip switch setting for microphones which require phantom power condenser mic and use Mic for microphones that do not require phantom power dynamic microphones 7 segment LEDs show audio input levels for the two analog audio inputs Knobs underneath the VU meters allow you to adjust the input levels independently to prevent clipping and ensure proper signal amplitude Green LED segments of the VU meters indicate the
65. e edness eoe n RE dek aoa dd 57 19 4 Custom Take 57 22 1 Gang Clip Name sra rrn od dea incida 57 FPS Menu Parameters 4 4444 een re rra 57 RSR EE 57 23 2 Frame Rate civic A A ed d a NEEN ee 58 23 3 Slow MOTION curia adas 58 Special Considerations for Format and Frame Rate Selections 59 El Menu ParaMe ters ae degt pr ir an meals une time came been dieu 60 KN NS REENEN 60 24 2 Shutter KEE 61 24 3 Shutter Speed 61 24 3 Shutter Angles ii per Re ferre PER inertie 62 EA tt ti ARA ARA HEN aia Rie oe OR C Y a see ei 62 WB Menu P ratneters Je KEE SEENEN NEEN a 63 25 1 White Balance een 63 25 2 Auto White Balance voi ss EEN KEEN er te ae de tome dns eae anaes anne este 63 25 3 SatUratilOH cesse sh wed chad ede FOR ER dans RUE IC ment UE UO A de Ol 63 25 4 Color Correction ivo orti exo dnte der boe lr et et inde 64 STATUS Menu iii eere RAE MEI dead ered d au e e C SU are ed 64 Warnings and Alerts eorr er px Rer rh ER oran HER Ra ep nhe 64 Chapter 6 Web Browser Remote Control 66 oun E 66 Operations Unique to the Web U N 71 Updating Firmware 71 WETTER 73 Gang Recording with Multiple CIONS 74 Data Transfer via LAN 4444444 ue dede 76 dul re 78 Chapter 7 Using AJA Optional Accessories 81 e UOTE 8
66. e risque de causer des interf rences nuisibles auquel cas l utilisateur devra y rem dier ses propres frais Achtung Dies ist ein Ger t der Klasse B Bei Einsatz des Ger ts in Wohngebieten kann es St rungen des Radio und Fernsehempfangs verursachen In diesem Fall muss der Benutzer alle notwendigen Mafinahmen ergreifen die m glicherweise n tig sind um die St rungen auf eigene Rechnung zu beheben Precauci n Este es un producto clase B El uso de este equipo en reas residenciales puede causar interferencias nocivas en cuyo caso se requerira que los usuarios tomen cualquier medida necesaria para corregir la interferencia por cuenta propia Cuidado Este dispositivo um produto Classe B Operar este equipamento em uma rea residencial provavelmente causar interfer ncia prejudicial neste caso espera se que os usu rios tomem as medidas necess rias para corrigir a interfer ncia por sua pr pria conta Attenzione Questo dispositivo un prodotto di Classe B Il funzionamento di questo apparecchio in aree residenziali potrebbe causare interferenze dannose nel cui caso agli utenti verr richiesto di adottare tutte le misure necessarie per porre rimedio alle interferenze a proprie spese CION v1 0 103 www aja com Warning A Disconnect the external AC power supply line cord s from the mains power before moving the unit Avertissement Retirez le ou les cordons d alimentation en CA de la source d
67. e to strong magnetic fields use with improperly regulated power supplies exposure to electric shock use in temperatures outside the specified operating range or otherwise failing to treat the product in accordance with the standard of care appropriate to sensitive and delicate electronic equipment EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE AJA VIDEO AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM IN THEIR ENTIRETY ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AJA VIDEO S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TIMELY REPORTED DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE WHOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY CUSTOMER IS PROVIDED THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED STATED OR WARRANTED TO OPERATE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS THE SOLE OR PRIMARY DATA SOURCE OR TARGET FOR CRITICAL DATA AND THAT IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO IMPLEMENT REDUNDANT CAPTURE AND BACKUP SYSTEMS AS APPROPRIATE CION v1 0 106 www aja com Limitation of Liability UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL AJA VIDEO BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA FOOTAGE OR WORK OR FOR ANY OTHER INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT WHETHER RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE FAILURE OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER EVEN IF AJA VIDEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF S
68. ection offers a wide range of accompanying gamma and color correction selections 500 Sets the exposure index to a value that is useful when working with lower light conditions The El 500 selection limits the use of some gamma and color correction selections 800 Sets the exposure index to a value that is useful when working with low light conditions The El 800 selection limits the use of gamma and color correction selections NOTE During El value changes the UI screen and the video output will go to black Once the El value is reset picture will reappear on the UI screen and the video outputs CION v1 0 60 www aja com 24 2 Shutter Type NOTE NOTE 24 3 Shutter Speed such as 180 Table 4 Shutter Speeds Available by Format These are the options Speed default Fractional time values will be displayed for the shutter such as 1 48 The shutter speed values will differ depending on the frame rate This menu parameter determines how the shutter information will be displayed e Angle Values in degrees that would correspond to a physical shutter will be displayed When Speed is selected menu parameter 24 3 is displayed as Shutter Speed When Angle is selected menu parameter 24 3 is displayed as Shutter Angle CION does not feature a physical shutter shutter angle is referenced because users witha film background may find this description more accessible 2
69. ecycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human A health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling please contact your local authority or where you purchased your product Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements warning conventions and warning messages apply to this product and manual Warning Symbol Caution Symbol Before Operation Please Read These Instructions Warning A Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation Avertissement Lisez et conformez vous a tous les avis et instructions d avertissement indiqu s sur le produit ou dans la documentation Warnung Lesen und befolgen Sie die Warnhinweise und Anweisungen die auf dem Produkt angebracht oder in der Dokumentation enthalten sind jAdvertencia Lea y siga todas las instrucciones y advertencias marcadas en el producto o incluidas en la documentaci n Aviso Leia e siga todos os avisos e instru es assinalados no produto ou inclu dos na documentac o Avviso Leggere e seguire tutti gli avvisi e le istruzioni presenti sul prodotto o inclusi nella documentazione CION v1 0 99 www aja com Warning A Do not use this device near water and clean only witha dry cloth Avertissem
70. ed None Parts needed AJA supplied LANC cable Included with CION is a LANC Collar The LANC Collar is a remote control start stop unit that sits between the Top Handle and the Handle Base The supplied LANC cable may be connected to either the LANC connector on the top of CION or the LANC connector on the side of CION Typically you will want to connect the LANC cable to the LANC connector on the top of CION so that the other LANC connector on the side of CION may be used for a handgrip LANC connection The LANC ports on CION only support start stop recording commands no other LANC functionality is supported Figure 13 LANC Cable and Connector LANC cable connector CION v1 0 24 www aja com Using Pak Media with CION Tools needed None Parts needed AJA Pak media Pak media features a protective metal housing with a multi insertion rated connector making it suitable for repeated field use Inserting Pak media in CION 1 Power up CION Be sure to wait for CION to complete the boot up sequence 2 Insert Pak media into the media slot The media should be inserted with the blue AJA logo facing upright and the logo facing the front of the camera Figure 14 Media Being Inserted SC AA a 3 The Pak media will be scanned upon insertion and a Media Mounting prompt will appear on the User Interface Screen 4 You will know that the media is properly mounted when the green LED indicator on
71. ent N utilisez pas cet appareil pr s de l eau et nettoyez le seulement avec un tissu sec Warnung Das Ger t nicht in der Nahe von Wasser verwenden und nur mit einem trockenen Tuch s ubern Advertencia No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua y l mpielo solamente con un pa o seco Aviso N o utilize este dispositivo perto da gua e limpe o somente com um pano Seco Avviso Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un panno asciutto Warning A Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Avertissement Ne bloquez aucune ouverture de ventilation Suivez les instructions du fabricant lors de l installation Warnung Die L ftungs ffnungen d rfen nicht blockiert werden Nur gem f den Anweisungen des Herstellers installieren jAdvertencia No bloquee ninguna de las aberturas de la ventilaci n Instale de acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante Aviso Nao obstrua nenhuma das aberturas de ventilac o Instale de acordo com as instruc es do fabricante Avviso Non ostruire le aperture di ventilazione Installare in conformit con le istruzioni del fornitore Warning A Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Avertissement N installez pas l appareil pr s d une source de chaleur telle que des r
72. equipment meets the following conformance standards Safety EN 60065 2002 A1 2006 A11 2008 A2 2010 A12 2011 GS License Also Licensed for Standards IEC 60065 2001 A1 2005 A2 2010 CB Scheme Report Certificate UL60065 2003 R9 12 NRTL License CSA C22 2 60065 2003 A1 06 A2 12 Additional licenses issued for specific countries available on request Emissions EN 55103 1 2009 EN 61000 3 2 2009 04 EN 61000 3 3 2008 06 Immunity EN 55103 2 2009 EN 61000 4 2 2008 12 EN 61000 4 3 2010 04 EN 61000 4 4 2011 03 EN 61000 4 5 2005 11 EN 61000 4 6 2008 10 EN 61000 4 11 2004 03 The product is also licensed for additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace CION v1 0 97 www aja com Warning A This is a Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take appropriate measures Achtung Dieses ist ein Ger t der Funkst rgrenzwertklasse B In Wohnbereichen k nnen bei Betrieb dieses Ger tes Rundfunkst rungen auftreten in welchen Fallen der Benutzer f r entsprechende Gegenma nahmen verantwortlich ist Attention Ceci est un produit de Classe B Dans un environnement domestique ce produit risque de cr er des interf rences radio lectriques il appartiendra alors l utilisateur de prendre les mesures sp cifiques appropri es The product is also licensed for
73. er right hand side of the mount 2 Slide the lens into the PL Lens Mount carefully 3 Once the lens is in place turn the outer locking ring of the PL Lens Mount clockwise to lock the lens in place NOTE Do not remove your hand from supporting the lens until you are confident that the lens is secured in the PL Lens Mount NOTE With heavier lenses lenses in excess of approximately 5 5 lbs 2 5 kg the use of a third party lens support is required Connecting a Monitoring Device to CION Tools needed None Parts needed User supplied 3G or 1 485Gbps SDI cables BNC connectors and or HDMI cables type A connectors CION may be used with a wide variety of monitoring devices CION features multiple SDI and HDMI output connectors that may be attached to electronic viewfinders onboard monitors off board monitors projectors etc As a general rule the use of the SDI connections on CION are preferred due to the locking BNC connector design CION v1 0 19 www aja com Figure 11 Front amp Rear Video Connector Connectors side rear Top front SO MONITOR CION offers both front and rear connections to make cabling and balancing of monitoring devices easier and more ergonomic Typically if you are connecting an electronic viewfinder you will want to use the front SDI Monitor connector If your electronic viewfinder does not offer an SDI input connection a front mounted HDMI connection is also offered CION
74. es threaded holes for mounting the unit to baseplates or tripods directly Figure 8 CION Bottom Mounts 1 Removable cheese plate with 1 4 20 and 3 8 16 threaded holes and guide pin holes The cheese plate is attached via 1 4 20 cap screws 3 16 hex heads 2 1 4 20 threaded holes with 9mm center to center spacing 3 Removable shoulder pad attached via 1 4 20 cap screws 3 16 hex heads 4 Rear heel 1 4 20 threaded inserts NOTE Color variations in the shoulder pad are possible due to the use of natural material CION v1 0 15 www aja com Rear The rear of the unit features power and data connections Figure 9 CION Rear 1 Standard Rear Door an Alternate Rear Door is used when attaching the Battery Adapter Plate 2 2 pin Power Input Connector housed behind the Standard Rear Door used for interfacing with battery plates 12 18Vdc 5A max 3 Thunderbolt Connector Mini Display Port connector Thunderbolt 1 LAN connector RJ45 connector 10 100 1000 5 4 pin XLR Power Connector 12 18Vdc 4 pin XLR connector 5A max CION v1 0 16 www aja com Chapter 2 Making Basic Connections Overview Before you operate CION familiarize yourself with all of the operational guidelines and menu parameters presented in this manual This section covers making basic connections to CION prior to use Supplying Power to CION NOTE CION may be powered by the AJA supplied AC DC power supply or a third party bat
75. eset to Factory Default Value To exit the menu parameter rotate the User Interface Control Knob until you see the Exit selection Select EXIT by pressing in on the User Interface Control Knob To continue reviewing menu parameters simply rotate the User Interface Control Knob When you are finished reviewing or making menu parameter selections simply press the menu button you originally pressed or enter another menu by pressing a different menu button You want to change the frames per second you are recording from 23 98 to 29 97 1 Depress the FPS Menu Button 2 Rotate the User Interface Control Knob until you reach the 23 2 Frame Rate menu parameter 3 Pushin on the User Interface Control Knob Rotate the User Interface Control Knob until you reach the 29 97 choice Push in on the User Interface Control Knob 29 97 should appear in yellow typeface 5 To exit the menu parameter rotate the User Interface Control Knob until you see the Exit selection Select EXIT by pressing in on the User Interface Control Knob 6 Press the FPS Menu Button again to exit the FPS menu For selections such as date time and IP address where several values must be entered you use multiple depressions of the User Interface Control Knob to navigate between value entry fields When all values are ready to be set an Accept or Reject selection appears with an additional rotation of the User Interface Control Knob To accept the values pus
76. for 119 88 or 120 fps and the Video SG is enabled the camera needs to be restarted in order to produce picture again even if the menu parameter is reset to OFF 41 3 Audio SG This parameter determines the audio signal output from CION s internal test signal generator These are the options OFF default The audio signal output is disabled SILENCE Outputs an audio test signal containing silence only 1 kHz Outputs a standard 1 kHz test signal tone NOTE The audio signal generator acts as a substitute for the audio inputs Because of this if the Video SG is configured for silence or 1 kHz tone you may record these signal generators CION v1 0 45 www aja com 50 0 LAN Settings NOTE 50 1 IP Config 50 2 IP Address 50 3 Subnet Mask Variable Variable 50 4 Static Gateway Variable NOTE This parameter determines whether subsequent LAN settings are displayed in the user interface These are the options Display default Displays the various LAN settings of the device Hide Hides the various LAN settings of the device to simplify the menu interface Menu parameters 50 1 through 50 4 and 50 6 do not appear if Hide is selected This parameter determines the type of TCP IP network configuration used by CION These are the options DHCP default Select automatic IP address assignment from DHCP server on LAN Note that this value cannot be edited Static Address Assign a static IP add
77. gain 5 Follow the prompt information to delete the clip NOTE After you have deleted a clip using this method the media will be put into play pause mode This allows you to easily review other takes or clips that you may wish to delete If you do not wish to delete any additional clips or takes simply depress the stop button to return to the E to E record standby mode 17 0 Preset Reel Name This parameter determines the reel name associated with all clips generated while using this setting These are the options 001 to 999 Select a value between 001 to 999 The reel name is a number between 001 and 999 It is historically linked to the naming conventions used for film and tape based media The Preset Reel Name parameter may also be used to determine the name of the media as it will appear when mounted on a computer as a volume if the value is set and media is formatted using the Format Media menu parameter 17 1 Camera Name This parameter defines a letter designation for recordings when using the 17 7 Combined Name menu parameter e AtoZ Selects a value between A and Z NOTE The Camera Name is not part of a clip name unless the 17 7 Combined Name menu parameter is enabled CION v1 0 54 www aja com 17 2 Clip Name 17 3 Clip Number 17 4 Clip Append This parameter determines the clip name associated with all clips generated while using this setting The clip name is either Clip or SC These are the
78. h in the User Interface Control Knob when Accept appears To reject a value push in the User Interface Control Knob when Reject appears and you may continue editing the menu parameter s values To reset a specific parameter to the factory default value depress and hold the User Interface Control Knob for three continuous seconds CION v1 0 35 www aja com CONFIG Menu Parameters CONFIG contains general configuration options for Audio and video settings Superimposed output information e Audio and video signal generators and more Press the CONFIG Menu Button to enter the CONFIG menu parameters Rotate the User Interface Control Knob to review the various menu parameters and selections NOTE The default parameter in the following menus is highlighted in bold typeface 1 3 Progressive Playback This parameter defines how progressive recordings are output Unless you are connected to a CRT monitor that may require PsF it is best to leave the menu parameter configured for the default of progressive output These are the options Progressive default Playback as progressive frame Pet Playback as progressive segmented frame NOTE To ensure HDMI output during playback Progressive needs to be selected NOTE PsFis disabled as a selection when working with 4K or Ultra HD formats 1 5 Crop SDI 1 4 Output This parameter enables or disables a cropped output for the main SDI 1 4 outputs These are
79. he CION handle assembly This rod allows the viewfinder mount to be slid closer or further away from the camera body This can be very useful for left eye dominant camera operators To secure viewfinders or small monitors to the Viewfinder Mount simply use the supplied 1 4 20 screw CION v1 0 85 www aja com LANC Collar Figure 36 LANC Collar One LANC Collar is supplied with CION This start stop trigger may be used with additional AJA Handgrips or other 15mm rod based accessories Secure the LANC Collar to any 15mm rod using the thumbscrew Any variety of LANC cables may be used with the LANC Collar including optional AJA LANC cables Coiled LANC Cable Figure 37 Coiled LANC Cable This coiled 1 to 3 ft LANC cable with right angle connectors is an ideal pairing for the LANC Collar accessory when a remote control handgrip is desired Short LANC Cable This short straight LANC cable with right angle connectors is ideal for use with the Top Handle and LANC Collar supplied with CION If you happen to lose this cable for some reason this cable may be obtained as a replacement CION v1 0 86 www aja com 7 inch 15mm Rod Figure 38 7 inch 15mm Rod The 7 inch 15mm threaded rod is a useful length when working with compact prime lenses matte boxes follow focuses and the Front Baseplate accessory The rods feature 1 2 13 threading so they are compatible with a variety of popular third party rods extensions and access
80. he User Interface Control Knob and the Reject prompt will appear Push in on the knob to reject the value and begin editing the values again CION v1 0 50 www aja com 92 1 Store Preset 99 0 Factory Reset NOTE Helpful Hint This parameter allows a preset to be stored recall a preset using parameter 91 1 To save a preset 1 Press in on the User Interface Control Knob and rotate the knob until the desired number is reached 2 Pushin on the knob again to select the number 3 Rotate the knob again until the Accept prompt appears If you want the value you have entered press in on the User Interface Control Knob If it is not what you want rotate the User Interface Control Knob and the Reject prompt will appear Push in on the knob to reject the value and begin editing the values again To reset to CION s factory default settings select this parameter then press and hold the User Interface Control Knob for two seconds Recalling factory defaults does not reset IP Config IP Address Subnet Mask e Default Gateway System Name Date and Time To reset a specific parameter to the factory default value depress and hold the User Interface Control Knob for 3 continuous seconds MEDIA Menu Parameters NOTE 12 1 Media State The MEDIA Menu contains configuration options for Encoding type Clip naming Playback settings Press the MEDIA Menu Button to enter the MEDIA menu pa
81. he fan runs at a higher fixed speed for optimum cooling in high temperature conditions High Temp Auto The fan runs at variable speeds for optimum cooling in high temperature conditions NOTE High temperature conditions include not only high ambient temperature above 40C 104F but also high altitude 5000 ft 1524M or greater of elevation or direct sun exposure which may result in greater than normal operational temperatures In high temperature conditions ifthe unit is not properly cooled an over temperature alarm will appear If the over temperature alarm appears be sure to adjust this menu parameter to the High Temp setting before continuing to record If the unit should experience an extended over temperature it will shut down to protect itself from damage 80 1 Serial Number This parameter is an information only field displaying CION s unique serial number 80 2 SW Version This parameter is an information only field displaying CION s software version level 91 1 Recall Preset This parameter allows the recall of a previously saved preset stored using parameter 92 1 To select a preset 1 Pressin on the User Interface Control Knob and rotate the knob until the desired number is reached 2 Pushin on the knob again to select the number 3 Rotate the knob again until the Accept prompt appears If you want the value you have entered press in on the User Interface Control Knob If itis not what you want rotate t
82. he image Crosshairs 2 39 1 Crosshairs and 2 39 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on the image 4K 2K Crop Crop line indications crosshairs and 1 85 1 aspect ratio frame Crosshairs 1 85 1 guidelines are overlaid on the image 4K 2K Crop Crop line indications crosshairs and 2 35 1 aspect ratio frame Crosshairs 2 35 1 guidelines are overlaid on the image 4K 2K Crop Crop line indications crosshairs and 2 39 1 aspect ratio frame Crosshairs 2 39 1 guidelines are overlaid on the image NOTE The aspect ratio graticules are based on the shooting format to avoid confusion not the SDI output which could have a crop applied Here are the values for the aspect ratios e 4096x2160 with a 2 39 1 aspect ratio applied 4096 x 1716 DCI defined with a 2 35 1 aspect ratio applied 4096 x 1743 Mathematically derived with a 1 85 1 aspect ratio applied 3996 x 2160 DCI defined e 3840x2160 with a 2 39 1 aspect ratio applied 3840x1607 Mathematically derived with a 2 35 1 aspect ratio applied 3840 x 1634 Mathematically derived with a 1 85 1 aspect ratio applied 3840x2076 Mathematically derived e 2048x1080 with a 2 39 1 aspect ratio applied 2048 x 858 DCI defined with a 2 35 1 aspect ratio applied 2048 x 871 Mathematically derived with a 1 85 1 aspect ratio applied 1998 x 1080 DCI defined CION v1 0 41 www aja com NOTE Examples 1 95 Graticules Color
83. ied output type These are the options Auto default The HDMI output is negotiated automatically with the receiving device via EDID 10 bit YCbCr Configures the HDMI output for 10 bit YCbCr 8 bit RGB Configures the HDMI output for 8 bit RGB Typically you will want to simply leave the selection configured for Auto so that the negotiation between the devices is handled automatically 1 8 Crop SDI HDMI Monitor Output NOTE This parameter determines whether the SDI HDMI Monitor outputs are cropped Many electronic viewfinders and on board monitors for example will only offer support for 1080 HD not 2K so it is often advisable to have this parameter configured for a cropped output if you are working with 4K or 2K recording formats These are the options ON default Scaled video for the monitor outputs is additionally cropped to 1080 HD if the source is not already 1080 HD OFF No cropping is applied to the monitoring outputs Iftherear HDMI monitor output connector is configured for Full Raster output a 4K signal will be cropped to Ultra HD CION v1 0 38 www aja com 1 9 Super Out Figure 16 Super Out Example Images Record State This parameter controls whether superimposed data will be applied to specific SDI or HDMI monitor outputs NOTE The Super Out applies only to the SDI HDMI Monitor Outputs not the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs or the Rear HDMI Output when it is configured for 4K or U
84. ion 3 CION will display formatting progress and when done will display a completion confirmation Caution Be sure to have already backed up your previous recordings before formatting media Best practice is to format media prior to each use to avoid media directory issues that may occur over time This parameter can be used to delete all of the clips on the media These are the options e KEEP CLIPS default No action is taken DELETE ALL Prompt verification Begins the deletion of clips on the media Typically if you want to remove all clips from your media formatting the media is the best practice method In some situations quickly deleting all clips on the media to begin recording immediately may be preferred CION v1 0 53 www aja com 16 25 Delete Clip lt Clip name appears here gt This parameter can be used to delete a selected clip from the media These are the options e KEEP CURRENT CLIP default No action is taken DELETE Prompt verification Begins the deletion of the selected clip Before performing the deletion of a specific clip 1 Inthe default user interface mode rotate the User Interface Control Knob to browse through the clips on the Pak media 2 When you find the clip you want to delete press the Stop Button 3 Press the MEDIA menu button navigate to the 16 25 Delete Current Clip 4 Press in on the User Interface Control Knob select Delete and press in on the knob a
85. ion 25 removal 25 PL lens mount 70 19 play button 30 playback dropped frames 53 playback setup 52 playing back 30 playlist 52 name 53 power connection 16 preferred web browsers 67 presets screen 73 progressive recordings output 36 R Rear Doors 16 recall a preset file 74 recall saved preset 50 record button 29 recording 29 reel name 54 Ref In 43 reorder clips within a list 79 reset to factory default 35 reset to factory defaults 57 RJ45 connector 67 S Safety Statements 96 saturation settings 63 save a preset file 74 saving presets 73 screen saver 49 SDI 12 bit 10 bit 37 SDI 1 4 Output menu parameters 37 SDI connections 19 shutter information angle 67 speed 67 shutter speed values 67 signal generator 45 slave name 57 slow motion files 58 special FPS considerations 59 specific menu parameters 34 Specifications 88 status information 64 CION v1 0 109 www aja com store a preset 57 superimposed data background opacity 40 system name 47 T TAKE number 56 Tally Light 29 TCP IP network 46 temperature conditions 50 test signal 45 third party battery 17 Thunderbolt 16 time set 48 zone 49 time of day 43 timecode source 43 time lapse recording 44 top side connections 14 transfer data 57 transport buttons 30 U unmounting Pak media 25 update firmware 77 upload files to CION 76 User Interface Screen 72 V viewfinders 21 VU meters 26 W WARNING backup and reformat 25 low batter
86. is not locked to an external source Ref In Uses the Reference Input connector as the genlock reference synchronizing source 8 0 TC Select This parameter selects the timecode source that will be used These are the options e TC Value default Uses the record run value specified in menu parameter 8 1 TC Value e LTC Uses the value from the LTC input Time Of Day Freerun Sets timecode to the device clock value 55 6 Time Set and produces a freerun timecode value Jam Sync Sets the timecode to the value that is initially detected and then continues counting with this value even after the source is removed NOTE In the case of Jam Sync it is advisable to re jam the timecode when the opportunity presents itself in order to maintain accuracy Timecode accuracy should be consistent for durations of up to 1 hour without the need to re jam the timecode CION v1 0 43 www aja com 8 1 TC Value 8 2 TC Type NOTE NOTE 9 0 Interval Record NOTE Example NOTE This parameter selects an hour value from which timecode begins incrementing These are the options e 01 00 00 00 default Sets the timecode value to 01 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 to 23 00 00 00 The value may be adjusted for whole hour values such as 02 00 00 00 03 00 00 00 etc This parameter selects drop frame or non drop frame timecode These are the options NDF default Selects Non drop Frame timecode DF Selects Drop Fra
87. keys flash to full intensity for 2 seconds Once there is an active alarm or warning the STATUS Button light will blink for as long as the alarm is present This indicates that the reasons for the alarm condition are still active you can then press the STATUS Button to determine what the alarm condition is If there is more than one alarm you may scroll through them by rotating the User Interface Control Knob CION features a variety of alarms to help you diagnose the condition of the unit possible configuration issues or possible signal issues Here is a list of warning messages and their meaning CION v1 0 64 www aja com Press Stop May appear if you attempt to enter the menu parameters while you are recording or playing back If you want to enter the menu parameters you must stop recordings or playback The only exception to this rule is the use of the STATUS menu which may be entered even during recording or playback to evaluate settings WARNING Dropped Frames May appear if media is under performing and cannot keep up with the data rate required to make a recording or perform a playback If you see this prompt during recording recordings will stop If this prompt appears you might consider backing up your current recordings and formatting the Pak media For playback you might simply re attempt playback WARNING Media Low Will appear when the Pak media only has 15 of capacity remaining Media must
88. l settings correctly configured for CION does not result in a recording WARNING Media In Use Appears if you attempt an operation while the media is still performing a task if the alarm persists you may consider powering down the CION and evaluating the media on a computer WARNING Name In Use Appears ifthe clip name specified in the naming parameters already exists on the media This happens when take 999 is reached and no more take numbers are available CION will refuse to overwrite the clip You will have to delete the clip or select a new name WARNING No Clip Name Appears if you attempt to record in gang mode using a non existent custom clip name WARNING Genlock Missing Appears if you choose Ref In for 6 1 Genlock and no genlock is detected on the selected input WARNING Invalid Selection May appear if an unsupported menu selection has been made CION v1 0 65 www aja com Chapter 6 Web Browser Remote Control eoo CION CION jm Let Ls 192 168 0 2 e 4101 CO EH Outlook Web App Log into Te TeamCity Apple iCloud Facebook Twitter Wikipedia Yahoo News Popular TE STATUS Gang Presets Network Firmware Playlists All Clips Alarms VO Status Format FPS Record Timecode Overview Clip SCTBTK4 Reel 001 4096x2160p 23 98 ProRes 44 01 00 07 02 J Connection Serial Number 4KC0007T1 Software Version 1 0 0175 Connection Status Convecitod lg Network CION
89. le for El 800 e Flat This selection disables the in camera color correction matrix Images produced with this setting may require additional color correction in post production Skin Tones This selection may be used to produce less saturated skin tone values when compared to the Normal color correction selection When compared to the Normal color correction selection an overall desaturation of colors occurs This selection is not available for El 800 Video This selection may be used to produce color values more typically associated with traditional video cameras This selection is not available for El 500 and El 800 Warnings and Alerts STATUS is not a configuration menu It provides status information warnings and alarms A unique quality of this menu is that it may be entered at any time even during recording or playback Pressing the STATUS Menu Button enters the menu The first STATUS page shows the status of the recording being made or of the playback being performed The second page shows the timecode settings for recording as set in CONFIG parameter 8 0 The third Status page shows Interval Recording status CION has been designed to display warnings and alarms Some alarms will automatically be shown on the display Others will only be seen by checking the STATUS display when pressing STATUS and then rotating the User Interface Control Knob You will initially be alerted to an alarm condition when all backlit
90. limenta o de ser pisado ou de ser comprimido particularmente nas fichas em tomadas de parede de conveni ncia e no ponto de onde sai do dispositivo Avviso Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra e che non venga schiacciato soprattutto in corrispondenza delle spine e del punto in cui esce dal dispositivo Warning A Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Avertissement D branchez cet appareil pendant les orages avec clairsou s il est inutilis pendant de longues p riodes Warnung Das Ger t ist bei GewitterstUrmen oder wenn es Uber lange Zeitr ume ungenutzt bleibt vom Netz zu trennen jAdvertencia Desenchufe este dispositivo durante tormentas el ctricas o cuando no se lo utilice por largos periodos del tiempo Aviso Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando nao utilizado durante longos periodos de tempo Avviso Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e o venduti dal produttore quali il treppiedi e l esoscheletro CION v1 0 102 www aja com Warning A Do not open the chassis There are no user serviceable parts inside Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility Avertissement Ne pas ouvrir le ch ssis Aucun l ment l int rieur du ch ssis ne peut tre r par par l utilisateur La garantie sera
91. lowing formats and frame rates 2K progressive 2048x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output 1080 progressive HD 1920x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output e 1080 interlaced HD 1920x1080 25 29 97 30 Formats and frame rates output are dependent upon CONFIG MEDIA and FPS menu parameter selections Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors will support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see if a given format and frame rate is supported Additionally the Rear HDMI Monitor Output may also be configured to output 4K 4096x2160 or Ultra HD 3840x2160 formats and frame rates dependent upon CONFIG and FPS menu parameter selections e 4K progressive 4096x2160 23 98 24 e Ultra HD progressive 3840x2160 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 Note that 50 59 94 60 will be decimated reduced to 25 29 97 30 for output The rear HDMI output is an HDMI v1 4 output and therefore is limited to 4K 24Hz and Ultra HD 30Hz natively as specified by the HDMI v1 4 standard When CION is operating at higher frame rates for 4K or Ultra HD the signal will be decimated or reduced to a lower frame rate that is supported by the HDMI v1 4 standard When using the rear HDMI output for 4K or Ultra HD output no superimposed output info
92. ltra HD These are the options OFF default Superimposed data is disabled SDI Monitor Superimposed data is enabled for the SDI Monitor outputs HDMI Monitor Superimposed data is enabled for the HDMI outputs SDI HDMI Monitor Superimposed data is enabled for the SDI Monitor and HDMI outputs 1 92 Super Displayed This parameter determines whether superimposed information appears on the monitor output s selected in menu parameter 1 9 Super Out Additionally this men parameter allows specific information to be displayed at the bottom top or both top and bottom of the image These are the options OFF default No superimposed data is displayed Bottom Superimposed data is displayed along the bottom of the image Top Superimposed data is displayed along the top of the image Top Bottom Superimposed data is displayed along the top and bottom of the image CION v1 0 39 www aja com The superimposed data at the bottom of the image includes Remaining media capacity e Exposure index value e Shutter setting e White balance value Timecode Transport state e Gamma e Battery voltage The superimposed data at the top of the image includes Camera name e Alarms Format Frame rate e Encode type 1 93 Super Area Opacity This menu parameter determines how opaque the area behind the superimposed text and data appears These are the options 75 default This produces a relativel
93. me ZONE ii dents nine una CU DEUS olden dees 49 55 71 Daylight Savings 49 JOA Screen Savet sie vik cena iw aid RU VR Ck ae CAR GER eae es os 49 70 2 Display Intensity 49 70 3 Fan Speed ii AA ree ese vate do 50 80 1 Serial Numbers coi exec as eb cce x ehe ao pad 50 80 2 SW Mere ue REENEN EE NEE Ke RECEN C eroe UR 50 91 1 Recall Preset ug dis tete amer a 50 92 1 Store Preset sss otreveee wasn Sa EA V eaa 51 99 0 Factory RESET asocian e anale DU pere arte doa 51 MEDIA Menu Parameters 4444 4444 i ETE CE EEEE EE 51 12 1 Media State 51 14 1 Encode Type ausge Age AAA a 52 CION v1 0 3 www aja com 15 1 Play Medias aa ro exa e ate et ate p RO a de 52 15 2 Loop Play sies esae eR ene me xe e na e x e SEIT Re e en 53 193 Play ltda dao ee ei 53 15 4 Dropped Frame 53 16 1 Format Media eres en reed e mine TUR Ra RR ae 53 16 2 Delete Clips 53 16 25 Delete Clip Clip name appears here gt 54 17 0 Preset Reel Name 54 17 1 Camera Name ier Sr sica reo bee Pe aan aria Tea De 54 17 2 Clip Name MUTET 55 17 3 Clip Numbers sans di ien Ra e dadas 55 17 4 Clip Append 4 44444444 eee eee 55 17 5 Alpha Append ues can ex aro ae dte dE ENEE deed 55 LIO cM 56 17 7 Combined Name 56 19 1 Use Custom Clip Name 56 19 2 Custom Clip Name sise er ha
94. me timecode Drop frame timecode is not supported for 23 98 24 25 and 50 fps Ifthe menu parameter 8 0 TC In is set to LTC the TC Type selection does not apply TC Type only applies to the TC Value or the Time of Day value generated by CION CION can be used to create time lapse recordings via the 9 0 Interval Record 9 1 Interval Frames and 9 2 Interval Time selections Menu parameters 9 1 Interval Frames and 9 2 Interval Time do not appear unless 9 0 Interval Record is enabled These are the options OFF default Normal recordings are produced ON Time lapse recordings are produced The frame rate selected in the FPS menu Frame Rate parameter is 29 97 fps The record button is depressed and the recording is then stopped 90 seconds later with the following settings 9 0 Interval Record gt On 9 1 Interval Frames gt 1 9 2 Interval Time gt Second The resulting recording would be 90 frames in duration a frame rate of 29 97 fps and would appear to be undercranked or sped up when compared to a normally created recording Selecting an interval frame number that exceeds the incoming video frames per second will result in normal video Overcranking or slow motion is not supported by the interval recording feature For slow motion refer to the FPS menu Slow Motion parameter CION v1 0 44 www aja com 9 1 Interval Frames 9 2 Interval Time Determines how many frames will be used for the
95. minas e um terceiro terminal de liga o terra A l mina larga ou o terceiro terminal s o fornecidos para sua seguranca Se a ficha fornecida n o couber na sua tomada consulte um electricista para a substituic o da tomada obsoleta Avviso Non compromettere la sicurezza della spina polarizzata o con messa a terra Una spina polarizzata ha due spinotti di cui uno pi largo Una spina con messa a terra ha due spinotti e un terzo polo per la messa a terra Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta CION v1 0 101 www aja com Warning A Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the device Avertissement Prot gez le cordon d alimentation pour que l on ne marche pas dessus ou qu on le pince en particulier au niveau des prises m les des r ceptacles de convenance et l endroit o il sort de l appareil Warnung Vermeiden Sie dass auf das Netzkabel getreten oder das Kabel geknickt wird insbesondere an den Steckern den Steckdosen und am Kabelausgang am Ger t jAdvertencia Proteja el cable de energ a para que no se le pise ni apriete en especial cerca del enchufe los recept culos de conveniencia y el punto del que salen del equipo Aviso Proteja o cabo de a
96. nd the Reject prompt will appear Push in on the knob to reject the value and begin editing the values again Hint You may find it simpler to configure date and time settings via the web interface compared to using the physical User Interface Control Knob 55 6 Time Set This parameter manually sets the time of the internal CION clock The value is defined as Hours Minutes 24 hour Variable To edit these values 1 Press in on the User Interface Control Knob and rotate the knob until the desired number is reached 2 Pushin on the knob again to select the number 3 Continue this process until an Accept prompt appears If you want the value you have entered press in on the User Interface Control Knob If itis not what you want rotate the User Interface Control Knob and the Reject prompt will appear Push in on the knob to reject the value and begin editing the values again Hint You may find it simpler to configure date and time settings via the web interface compared to using the physical User Interface Control Knob CION v1 0 48 www aja com 55 7 Time Zone This parameter manually selects the time zone for the internal CION clock Table 3 CION Time Zone Options GRASS VALLEY default AZORES KUWAIT BEUING LOS ANGELES LISBON JEDDA MANILA DENVER LONDON GMT MOSCOW TAIPEI MEXICO CITY MADRID TEHRAN SEOUL DALLAS PARIS ABU DHABI TOKYO CHICAGO AMSTERDAM KABUL GUAM DETROIT ROME NEW DELHI
97. nu parameter selections impact which of the above selections are visible or possible to configure CION is designed to automatically hide values that would be incorrect video output configurations therefore not all options will appear at the same time See Special Considerations for Format and Frame Rate Selections on page 59 for specific details 1 62 SDI 12 bit 10 bit The SDI 12 bit 10 bit selection allows the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs to be configured for 12 bit or 10 bit output These are the options e 10 bit default Sets the SDI output to 10 bit e 12 bit Sets the SDI output to 12 bit NOTE In the event that a Format Frame Rate or Encode Type is selected that does not support 12 bit then the selection automatically reverts to 10 bit Also not all devices provide support for 12 bit so you may need to configure the CION output for 10 bit to interface with some devices 1 64 3G SDI Level This parameter allows the 3G SDI output to be configured for either Level A or Level B While many 3G SDI devices will support both Level A and Level B some devices may need a specific 3G SDI selection to operate as expected These are the options Level B default For use with devices that accept or require Level B e Level A For use with devices that accept or require Level A NOTE If menu parameter 1 6 SDI 1 4 Output is configured for SDI Raw output the 1 64 3G SDI Level menu parameter must be configured for Level B to ensure pr
98. oper interaction with other devices CION v1 0 37 www aja com 1 66 Rear HDMI Out NOTE NOTE This parameter determines whether scaled or full raster video will be output from the Rear HDMI Output The Full Raster selection only has an impact on the output when a 4K or an Ultra HD format is used These are the options Scaled default The HDMI output is limited to 2K or HD Full Raster The HDMI output may produce 4K or Quad HD The rear HDMI output is an HDMI v1 4 output and therefore is limited to 4K 24Hz and Ultra HD up to 30Hz as specified by the HDMI v1 4 standard For frame rates of 50 59 94 60 the Full Raster HDMI output is decimated to 25 29 97 30 respectively to produce an output Various menu parameters can be configured so that no video output is produced by the rear HDMI connector For example if the 23 1 Format menu parameter from the FPS menu is configured for 4K and the 23 2 Frame Rate menu parameter is configured for 25 and no crop has been configured via menu parameter 1 8 Crop SDI HDMI Monitor Outputs the configuration results in a format that is not natively supported by HDMI v1 4 To produce video output cropping the video output via the 1 8 Crop SDI HDMI Monitor Outputs menu parameter may be desirable 1 68 Rear HDMI 10 bit 8 bit NOTE This parameter determines whether the Rear HDMI Output is auto negotiated with the receiving device via EDID extended display identification data or via a specif
99. options SC default Clips generated will have filenames beginning with SC Clip Clips generated will have filenames beginning with Clip The following examples illustrate how clip names are generated In the example that follows TK is a default append to the naming convention just prior to the auto incrementing TK value which can be manually overridden via parameter 17 8 Take CION offers these parameter choices for easy identification of the QuickTime files so that the names can logically match the shooting script and are acceptable when imported into various non linear editors such as Final Cut Pro X s Events Avid Media Composer s Bins etc Example 1 using the factory default AJA parameter settings Reel Name 001 Clip Name SC e Clip Number 1 e Clip Append Alpha e Alpha Append A e Take 1 The resulting clip would be named and displayed as SC1ATK1 The media would be named 001 if mounted on the OS X desktop as a volume This parameter determines the clip number from 1 to 999 that follows the CLIP NAME and is associated with all clips generated while using this setting These are the options 1 to 999 Selects a value between 1 and 999 This parameter is used with parameter 17 5 Alpha Append to either Append a text value after the Clip Number Have no text appended These are the options None default No text is appended to the Clip Name and Clip Number Alpha The te
100. ord The web browser will present the login screen requesting that a password be entered before you can access any other parameter or configuration screen The password is initially set to the default value password If you select Login for the User Authentication parameter via the web UI you may enter a user selected password As long as the menu parameter is not changed to Disabled the password requirement will remain in effect Any time the web UI is accessed the login password will be requested before additional access to any other web UI parameter or configuration screen will be granted If you enter a user selected password be aware that this password will be retained and you will need to remember the password If the user entered password is forgotten contact AJA Technical Support to perform a hard factory reset See Contacting Support on page 6 CION v1 0 47 www aja com 55 4 Date Set This parameter manually sets the calendar date of the internal CION clock The value is defined as MM DD YYYY month day year Variable To edit these values 1 Press in on the User Interface Control Knob and rotate the knob until the desired number is reached 2 Pushin on the knob again to select the number 3 Continue this process until an Accept prompt appears If you want the value you have entered press in on the User Interface Control Knob 4 If itis not what you want rotate the User Interface Control Knob a
101. ories Handgrip Figure 39 Handgrip This 15mm rod based handgrip may be used in combination with other accessories Rod Rosette Mount LANC Collar Coiled LANC Cable and Extension Arm to create a hand held shooting configuration CION v1 0 87 www aja com Appendix A Specifications User Interface Sensor Type Sensor Size Lens Mount Filtration Removable Storage Video Outputs Audio Inputs Audio Output Reference Input e 6x Dedicated Menu Buttons STATUS CONFIG MEDIA FPS El and WB e 4x Transport Buttons Play Fast Forward Reverse Playback Stop 1x Media Unmount Button e 1x Record Button e 1x User Interface Control Knob e 1x User Interface Screen 320x240 LCD CMOS Electronic global shutter e APS C sized 22 5mm x 11 9mm 25 5mm diagonal e PL positive lock Optical Low Pass Filter OLPF and IR Cut Filter combined AJA Pak media e 4x SDI Main Outputs 4x BNC connectors 3G 1 485Gbps e 2x SDI Monitor Outputs 1x front mounted BNC connector 1x rear mounted BNC connector 3G 1 485Gbps 2x HDMI Outputs front mounted HDMI v1 3 Type A connector rear mounted HDMI v1 4 Type A connector 2x Balanced Analog Audio Inputs 2x 3 pin XLR connectors with line mic 48v selection switch per input 1x Headphone Jack 3 5mm stereo mini TRS 1x Reference input BNC connector analog color black CION v1 0 88 www aja com Timecode Network Interface 1
102. per Rod Clamp between the handle assembly and the CION top cheese plate Use the 4x 1 4 20 screws supplied with the Upper Rod Clamp to secure the handle assembly and the Upper Rod Clamp to the CION top cheese plate Figure 30 9 inch Extension Arm A 9 inch rosette extension arm allows items like handgrips to be placed greater distance away from the camera body Simply use the supplied knob s to secure the extension arm to another rosette If you do not need to use both of the supplied knobs simply unscrew the knob that is not needed CION v1 0 83 www aja com 6 Extension Arm NOTE Rod Rosette Mount VCT WEDGE NOTE Figure 31 6 inch Extension Arm A 6 inch rosette extension arm allows items like handgrips to be placed a shorter distance away from the camera body Simply use the supplied knob s to secure the extension arm to another rosette If you do not need to use both of the supplied knobs simply unscrew the knob that is not needed Figure 32 Rod Rosette Mount The Rod Rosette Mount allows rod based accessories like Handgrips to be attached to rosette attachment points Simply use the supplied knob to secure the adapter to another rosette Figure 33 VCT WEDGE This wedge may be used with traditional ENG quick release plates Secure the VCT WEDGE to the bottom of CION or the bottom of the Front Baseplate accessory using the supplied 2x Phillips head 1 4 20 screws The VCT WEDGE may be
103. port page of the web UI and begin playback with the Play button Or you can use the mini player from within the playlist You can also quickly scan material by setting the Media gt Play Media gt All selection so that as you highlight clips for review they will continue playing out of the CION outputs In the Playlists portion of the web UI there is a symbol and a symbol above the lists The symbol can be used to add a playlist Simply click on this symbol and when prompted enter a name for the playlist you wish to create To add clips to a playlist select a blue highlighted clip from the AII Clips list and click and drag the clip onto the name of the playlist you created CION v1 0 78 www aja com gt tb Lt Le 192 168 0 2 l 23 HB Owte k Web App tog into Te TeamOty Apple Cloud Facehook Twitter Wikipedia Yahoo News Popular Figure 25 Playlist Screen CION CI N E A Connection Serial Number 4KCO000711 sary Software Version 100178 Connection Status 51 vi 01 00 17 03 1 MECIATKZS 3840 3 98 01 013 00 08 35 ProRes 444 2 B SCITK1 01 00 30 23 d 04 19 06 12 14 15 15 17 ProRes 444 howing 1 to 2 of 2 clips NOTE Change the Order of Clips When you select a clip and click and drag it a filmstrip icon will appear If you do not see this icon then you have not selected a clip You can tell that a clip will be added to a playlist because the list you drag
104. r unit web UI should appear Locate the Gang Controls area in the user interface Parameters for each available CION will appear in the Gang Controls area These include System displays CION units that may be added to a gang e Record Format type of video format frame rate each system is configured to record Free Storage at a glance view of the capacity of the media in each unit Gang units can be added or removed from the gang Master allows the promotion of a CION unit to the controlling role Settings allows for the configuration of clip names on the Master and Slave CION units To add a CION to a gang simply select the check box for the unit in the Gang column As a shortcut if all available CION units are desired for a gang select the All item below Gang If you want to clear units from a gang deselect them or use the Clear option There can be only one Master in a gang typically the IP address for the CION unit you entered and are viewing the web UI on is the one which should be promoted to the controlling role If the unit with the IP address that is currently being viewed via the web Ul is selected a red capitalized MASTER text will appear on the webpage above the columns A Master CION unit can send three items to the slave CION units within a gang a record start command a stop command and clip naming The Settings area is where the CION clip name for each unit is decided By default CION is configu
105. rameters The default parameter in the following menus is highlighted by bold typeface This parameter applies to using the CION to transfer data These are the options e Record Play default Use media to record and play video Data LAN LAN data may be uploaded downloaded to from CION CION v1 0 5 www aja com 14 1 Encode Type 15 1 Play Media NOTE NOTE For normal video operation select Record Play For data transfer using an Ethernet LAN choose Data LAN The Data Media State allows valid media to be copied to or from the CION If the state is designated as Data the transport functions are locked media cannot be recorded or played back as video You can still access MEDIA menu parameters however so you can reset the parameter If you attempt to playback or record while in the Data mode a CHANGE MEDIA STATE prompt alerts you that you cannot use the transport functions Additionally the front panel Ul states that the unit is in a DATA MEDIA STATE in an obvious way as opposed to presenting the typical clip reel timecode etc usually seen on the front panel After you select the data state you can connect CION to a host computer via the LAN connection The DATA MEDIA STATE does not survive reboots or power cycles of the device After such an event it returns to the default Record Play mode When CION is in the Media State and the Data LAN selection is used only the web UI for control and
106. re should be committed to intemal flash memory Connected After the firmware has been committed to flash you will be asked to confirm a reboot of the CION Note Your settings and configuration will remain as they are now Upon confirming a reboot you will be redirected to the front page of the web Ul and when the new software is up and running this web UI will start working again The progress meter on this web page should keep you informed of the progress Note Current and past releases of CION software are available on the World Wide Web from AJA s website To get the software point your browser to CION Update Page Bootkoader bitile Version 2014 05 14 12 39 14 Preboct autcectigt Version CION prwbooot gaz V0 00 01 Stand alone Can Version CION SA version V01 00 00 10 Bootioader Version AJA CION V1 0 0 14 Although CION comes from the factory pre installed with software it may not be as up to date as the software currently posted on the AJA website This topic describes the steps required to upgrade the software in your CION NOTE AJA recommends a Factory Reset under the CONFIG menu prior to updating firmware CION v1 0 71 www aja com NOTE NOTE 1 Download the Latest CION firmware Current and past releases of CION firmware are available from AJA s website To get the firmware point your browser to www aja com en support cion Once you re at the update page CION firmware files can be selected to download to
107. red to use the standard clip naming conventions not the custom clip naming conventions The first user selection is Use Custom Clip Name if you want to use the standard clip naming convention leave this set to OFF but if you want to create a custom clip name mouse click on the OFF to reveal a pulldown for OFF ON selection then click OK If OFF was selected the next parameter would be Clip Name again clicking on the SC or Clip presented brings up the pulldown and the OK box Clip Number must be entered manually with a valid value for CION of 1 through 999 and then the enter return key must be hit If the enter return key is not entered after the selection the value will revert to whatever was previously shown Clicking on the value next to Clip Append and Alpha Append both bring up a pulldown and an OK button Take operates like the Clip Number where a valid value of 1 to 999 can be entered and the enter return key needs to be hit for confirmation of the value For custom clip naming considerations see 79 7 Use Custom Clip Name on page 56 CION v1 0 75 www aja com Note that for Slave CION units the Settings column provides a selection of either Use Master Name or Slave Name Clicking on the default value of Master Name pulls up a pulldown selection of Master Name or Slave Name with an OK confirmation button If the desire is to have clips named the same across all CION units recordings then select Use Master Name If the desire
108. ress manually Menu parameters 50 2 50 3 and 50 4 will have to be entered to accomplish this Default Address Use the factory default static IP address 10 65 74 65 This parameter determines the static IP address used by CION for TCP IP networking Using the User Interface Control Knob enter an IP address compatible with your LAN For menu parameters 50 2 50 3 and 50 4 you will be setting IP addresses that consist of octets separated by a period i e 10 0 181 0 To edit these values 1 Press in on the User Interface Control Knob and then rotate the knob until the desired number is reached 2 Pushin on the knob again to select the number 3 Continue this process until an Accept prompt appears If you want the value you have entered press in on the User Interface Control Knob If itis not what you want rotate the User Interface Control Knob and the Reject prompt will appear Push in on the knob to reject the value and begin editing the values again This parameter determines the subnet mask used by CION for TCP IP networking Using the User Interface Control Knob enter a subnet mask compatible with your LAN Using the User Interface Control Knob enter a gateway value compatible with your LAN Without a properly configured default gateway whether you have a router gateway or not CION will be unable to see other CION units on the network although you may still be able to control CION via a web browser CI
109. rmation will be applied to the image Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors will support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see if a given format and frame rate is supported CION v1 0 23 www aja com NOTE NOTE The SDI 1 4 Main Outputs are always free of superimposed on screen information These outputs may be routed to monitors projectors external recorders routers converters etc The SDI 1 4 Main Outputs support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of 4K progressive 4096x2160 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 Ultra HD progressive 3840x2160 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 1080 progressive HD 1920x1080 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 1080 interlaced HD 1920x1080 25 29 97 For formats that do not require the use of all four of the SDI 1 4 Main Outputs the remaining outputs are duplicated For example if the recording format frame rate and video output settings are configured for 1080p 23 98 YCbCr then each of the four SDI 1 4 outputs will produce a 1080p 23 98 YCbCr output Not all connected devices will support all of the formats and frame rates that CION is capable of outputting Be sure to consult the specifications of your devices to see if a given format and frame rate is supported Connecting the LANC Cable to the CION Top Handle LANC Collar NOTE Tools need
110. rt your machine After restart CION will be running the new software Progress is shown on the front panel 6 Oncethese steps are complete CION will be running the firmware you just uploaded until the next time you upgrade it You may ensure the new software is running by bringing up the CION web page again The software version is displayed at the top of all web screens Iffor some rare reason it didn t update you can then run through the update steps again On some browsers the Retry page may appear even though the firmware upgrade was successful If this occurs before clicking on retry refresh the web page and check the version number If the new version number appears at the top of the page the firmware upgrade was successful If the old version appears click Retry If there is a power outage or glitch during the firmware download CION will boot the older software version and the upgrade process can then be re started This happens because CION has been designed with a safety feature where an internal safe copy of the previous software is retained in the event the updating process fails Caution AJA recommends you only update the CION when on mains power or with a fully charged battery CION v1 0 72 www aja com Presets The Presets screen allows you to save Preset Configurations into 20 separate memory registers and recall the presets whenever needed Figure 21 Presets Screen A o m LI UY WANT S TS M eme
111. rve is used The image will have very high contrast when compared to the other selections where a gamma curve is applied Note that the color correction and white balance selections are disabled when this gamma curve is selected IMPORTANT This selection should only be used when post production color correction and image manipulation is planned it is not intended for typical production use Normal default This gamma curve produces very deep blacks and very rich colors Normal Expanded This gamma curve produces deep blacks and rich colors The dynamic range is expanded when compared to the Normal selection NOTE This selection is not available for El 500 and El 800 Video This gamma curve produces blacks and color values more common to video production The dynamic range is expanded when compared to the Normal and Normal Expanded selections NOTE This selection is not available for El 500 and El 800 Expanded 1 This is an expanded gamma curve which results in wider dynamic range The color correction selections are disabled when this gamma curve is selected IMPORTANT This selection should only be used when post production color correction and image manipulation is planned NOTE This selection is not available for El 500 and El 800 CION v1 0 62 www aja com WB Menu Parameters 25 1 White Balance NOTE The WB menu contains configuration options for the white balance color and saturation settings This parame
112. s general configuration options for Audio and video settings Superimposed output information e Audio and video signal generators and more Contains configuration options for Encode type Clip naming e Playback settings Contains configuration options for Format e Frames per second Contains configuration options for e Exposure index value Shutter speed angle and more Contains configuration options for White balance Color and saturation settings Is not a configuration menu but provides Status information Warnings and alarms To enter a specific menu NOTE Depress the button associated with the parameters you would like to adjust Enter the desired menu Rotate the User Interface Control Knob to see the various menu parameters PWN To enter one of the specific menu parameters and make an adjustment push in on the User Interface Control Knob 5 Once you have entered the menu parameter rotate the knob to review the various choices available for that parameter The currently selected choice appears in yellow typeface while the other choices appear in white typeface When you want to make a selection from one of the menu parameter choices turn the User Interface Control Knob until you reach the desired choice and then press in on the User Interface Control Knob Your selection should now appear in yellow typeface CION v1 0 34 www aja com Example Multiple Value Entry R
113. sly via the web browser interface Upload or download files via the LAN connection and the web browser interface 20 system presets may be stored or recalled making instant custom configuration easy User feedback including alarms and alerts is supplied on the User Interface Screen Superimposed information such as timecode transport state shutter setting exposure index value voltage etc may be displayed on the monitor outputs via a user selection Histogram information is provided as an aid for proper exposure Physical VU meters as well as an option for superimposed VU meters on the video output aids with setting proper audio levels Front The following section will help you familiarize yourself with the physical components of CION referenced throughout the rest of this manual The front of the unit features the PL Lens Mount and the Back Focus Access Door Figure 2 CION Front 1 Back Focus Access Door 2 PLLens Mount 3 PLLens Mount Cover CION v1 0 10 www aja com Operator Side This side of the unit features the various menu controls an operator might need to adjust or monitor Figure 3 CION Operator Side 1 15mm rod clamp knob 11 User Interface Screen 2 Rod End Cap 12 Record Button 3 Cold Shoe 13 Hirth Tooth Rosette M6 thread 4 Tally Light 14 Transport Buttons 5 LANC Collar 15 Media Unmount Button 6 Top Handle 16 Audio VU Meters 7 Rod End Cap 17 Audio Control Knobs 8 LANC
114. te of 23 98 if either 119 88 or 120 fps was selected prior to power cycling the camera You must reset the camera to 119 88 or 120 fps if that is desired after every re boot or power cycle NOTE During frame rate value changes the UI screen and the video output will go to black Once the frame rate value is reset picture will reappear on the UI screen and the video outputs 23 3 Slow Motion e OFF default 59 94 gt 23 98 Appears if the 23 2 Frame Rate parameter is set to 59 94 23 98 fps slow motion files are produced 59 94 29 97 Appears if the 23 2 Frame Rate parameter is set to 59 94 29 97 fps slow motion files are produced 60 gt 30 Appears if the 23 2 Frame Rate parameter is set to 60 30 fps slow motion files are produced 50 gt 25 Appears if the 23 2 Frame Rate parameter is set to 50 25 fps slow motion files are produced Helpful Hint Be sure that the 23 2 Frame Rate is set for one of the higher frame rates to enable the Slow Motion feature The menu parameter will not appear if a higher frame rate selection of 50 59 94 or 60 fps has not been made NOTE Slow motion only works for ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes version CION v1 0 58 www aja com Special Considerations for Format and Frame Rate Selections 23 1 Format 23 2 Frame Rate 14 1 Encode Type and 1 6 SDI Out selections all work in conjunction when configuring CION The following is a list of the supported combinations 4K 4K 40
115. ter allows for the selection of preset values for color temperature or the recall of an auto white balance value These are the options 5600K default White balance value suitable for daylight balanced lighting 3200K White balance value suitable for tungsten balanced lighting 4500K White balance value suitable for mixed lighting or flourescent lighting Recall Auto WB Preset The white balance value is drawn from the Auto White Balance menu parameter Unity The white balance correction is disabled Unity only appears as a choice for the Disabled and Expanded 1 gamma selections 25 2 Auto White Balance NOTE Helpful Hint Shortcut 25 3 Saturation Variable NOTE This parameter allows a scene average to be used for the color balance You may find auto white balancing to produce the best possible results in mixed lighting or in situations where the preset white balance values provided in the 25 1 White Balance menu parameter do not meet the demands of the scene e OFF default e SET Push Selection Knob To perform an auto white balance be sure you do not already have the Recall Auto WB Preset configured for 25 1 White Balance Be sure that this is set for some other value prior to performing an auto white balance The currently stored auto white balance value will not be overwritten otherwise The use of a white card for white balancing is strongly recommended in order to produce optimal results
116. ter the playback paused state Stop Button flashing and navigate you from clip to clip CION v1 0 30 www aja com Jog NOTE From a paused playback state Stop Button flashing you may push in on the User Interface Control Knob to enter a jog speed playback mode Rotate the knob Counter clockwise to jog frame by frame in reverse Clockwise to jog forward To exit the Jog mode press in on the User Interface Control Knob A text prompt JOG will appear on the User Interface Screen when you are in this mode To playback recorded media 4 Press the Stop Button to get to the default idle transport mode if you are not already in this mode 5 Find the clip you want to play back by rotating the User Interface Control Knob until the clip name appears on the User Interface Screen Press the Play Button When the clip stops playing back the Stop Button will flash If you do not wish to review any other clips simply press the Stop Button again to return to the default E to E mode where a live video output will then be presented Formatting Media and Deleting Clips NOTE Pak media is provided pre formatted However you may want to format media that has already been used or name media and format it during your shoot To format Pak media the media must first be inserted into the Media Slot of CION Once the media is mounted follow these steps 1 Press the MEDIA button 2 Rotate the User Interface
117. terface area allows you to turn on tooltips for the buttons in this area CION v1 0 70 www aja com The buttons in this area can also be used to access the menu parameters in the same way that the menu bar on the left hand side of the UI may be used The transport buttons in this area may be used for clip playback operation The UI Control Knob emulation in this area may be clicked to toggle from navigating clips to a jog playback mode To navigate or jog use a scroll wheel based mouse or swipe up or down on a trackpad Operations Unique to the Web UI Updating Firmware The Update Firmware screen allows you to update your CION to later versions of software as they are issued by AJA and posted on the website When software updates are released they often contain new features improvements and bulletins that may be very useful We suggest checking the website when you have time Figure 20 Update Firmware Screen eoo AJA Video CION Admin Update Firmware d ERR LEO Maty 192 168 0 2 Y LO DI gs pok Web App Log into Te TramCity Apple iCloud farrbook Twitter Wikipedia Yahoo Nrws Popular CN GON AJA Current Firmware Version 1 0 0 175 ll connection ER Browse Serial Number 4KC000711 You are uploading new firmware to the CION After tho new firmware is uploaded A Software Version will be verified and the version number of the firmware will be displayed 1 0 0 175 Connection Status You will then be asked if the firmwa
118. tery solution Using the AC DC power supply for CION may be appropriate for environments where AC power is readily available such as a studio setting CION s operational voltage range is 12 to 18 Vdc Do not supply excess voltage to CION To properly operate CION be sure to supply voltage within the specified 12 to 18 Vdc range Connecting an AJA AC DC Power Supply to CION Tools needed None Parts needed AJA AC DC power supply and line cord 1 Connect the line cord to the AC DC power supply and then plug the line cord into a power outlet A green indicator light will illuminate on the power supply if it is receiving power 2 Connect the 4 pin XLR connector on the power supply to the 4 pin XLR connector on the rear of CION Connecting a Battery Plate to CION Tools needed Torx T10 Hex 3 32 and Phillips 2 Note These tools are not supplied with the product Parts needed AJA supplied Alternate Rear Door 4x T10 Torx screws 3x 4 40 cap screws Battery Adapter Plate and third party battery plate Note The third party battery plate is not supplied with the product For non studio use you may wish to connect a battery to CION AJA supplies the necessary screws to mount the AJA supplied Battery Adapter Plate to CION This Battery Adapter Plate has threaded holes that allow a variety of third party professional battery plate solutions to be connected to it 1 To connect the Battery Adapter Plate to CION first remove the Stand
119. the Pak is illuminated and the CION user interface reports a capacity remaining percentage for the media 99 for example NOTE Before you perform recordings review the menu parameters and configure them with the desired settings for format frames per second encode type etc To remove Pak media from CION 1 Make certain that transport operations like recording or playback are stopped if this has not been done a prompt will appear instructing you to Press STOP 2 Depress the Media Unmount button designated with the eject icon 3 Wait for the green LED indicator on the Pak to no longer be illuminated and then grasp the media and pull up to remove it Caution Do not remove the Pak media from CION while the LED is illuminated or flashing Warning Not using the Media Unmount Button to properly unmount the media could result in media issues or even damage to the media If inserted media has any issues prompts such as WARNING Backup and Reformat may be displayed CION v1 0 25 www aja com NOTE NOTE If media is inappropriately removed the Please Reboot warning prompt may appear The camera will need to be restarted if this prompt appears To avoid this always be sure to properly unmount media before removing it In the event of sudden power loss recordings that are in progress may not be written properly to the media Note that there is a Low Battery warning prompt that users should take not
120. the clip to will be highlighted in green and the filmstrip icon will appear with a symbol on the left side When you release the mouse the clip will be added to the playlist You may select additional clips using the same method and add them to the playlist To move a number of clips to a playlist at once use the column with the checkmark and tick the checkboxes of the clips prior to performing the click and drag to the list To review your playlist click on the list in the Playlists area of the web UI To reorder clips within a list just click and drag them You will notice that the clip is selected because the filmstrip icon will appear and you will know that a reorder is happening when you see the green highlight appear A clip cannot be moved to the last position of the playlist To move a clip to the last position in the playlist move it to the next to last position in the list and move the last clip in the list above it You may create multiple playlists Playlists are stored as a simple file on the CION media alongside the clips If you want to play a playlist you have created first select Play Media gt Playlist in the Media menu parameters CION v1 0 79 www aja com NOTE Depending on whether you have been reviewing clips you may first be prompted to Press Stop prior to entering the Media page to make Playlist selections if this prompt appears you will be led to the Transport page where you can depress
121. to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 Subpart B of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Canadian ICES Statement Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B
122. ton the first depression of the record button on the LANC Collar begins recording and the next depression of the button stops recording Either the built in Record Button or the record button on the LANC Collar may be used to start or stop recording even if one method was initially used You may depress the Record Button on the body and then the record button on the LANC Collar to stop recording for example CION alerts you when the Pak media is nearly full with a Media Low warning prompt at 15 of the remaining capacity of the media At 10 of the total capacity of the media the Media Full alert will appear Any recordings that have been started will stop once 10 is reached and no further recordings can be performed using this media until it is formatted or the deletion of some or all clips has been performed Deleting clips to produce more than 10 free space will allow recording to resume The best practice operation is to back up all of your recordings and then format the media prior to performing new recordings This method removes any chance that you will accidentally perform an unwanted deletion of recordings CION v1 0 29 www aja com Playing Back a Recording For playing back recorded material CION features dedicated transport buttons Figure 15 CION Transport Buttons Reverse Playback Play User Interface Fast Forward Playback Control Knob Stop Media Unmount Stop Button The Stop Button serves
123. tputs e Ultra HD Configures the camera for Ultra HD 3840x2160 progressive This impacts recording and video outputs 2K Configures the camera for 2K 2048x1080 progressive This impacts recording and video outputs 1080p Configures the camera for 1080 HD 1920x1080 progressive This impacts recording and video outputs 1080i Configures the camera for 1080 HD 1920x1080 interlaced This impacts recording and video outputs CION v1 0 57 www aja com 23 2 Frame Rate 23 98 Recordings are 23 98 fps 24 Recordings are 24 fps 25 Recordings are 25 fps 29 97 Recordings are 29 97 fps 30 Recordings are 30 fps 50 Recordings are 50 fps 14 1 Encode Type must be configured for ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes version 59 94 Recordings are 59 94 fps 14 1 Encode Type must be configured for ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes version 60 Recordings are 60 fps 14 1 Encode Type must be configured for ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes version 119 88 On board recording of 119 88 fps is not supported It is for SDI RAW output only 120 On board recording of 120 fps is not supported It is for SDI RAW output only NOTE 23 98 24 50 59 94 amp 60 are not supported frame rates when 23 1 Format is configured for 1080i IMPORTANT Ifthe camera is powered off or re booted the selection of 119 88 or 120 fps is not maintained The camera will re start with the default frame ra
124. up to 30 fps via the Thunderbolt connection The SDI raw output and the Thunderbolt raw output are mutually exclusive you cannot use both at the same time To capture 4K or Ultra HD raw data at up to 30 fps the Thunderbolt output of CION may be used in conjunction with AJA s CamXchange software application and an appropriately configured host computer and RAID array featuring Thunderbolt For more information about working with AJA Raw please refer to additional AJA supplied supplemental documentation and the AJA CamXchange manual CION v1 0 28 www aja com Chapter 4 Basic Operations Making a Recording NOTE NOTE Before you attempt to make a recording be sure to review the menu parameters and configure them with the desired settings for format frames per second encode type etc For detailed information about the menu parameter settings see Chapter 5 User Interface Navigation on page 33 CION has a built in Record Button on the operator side With Pak media inserted in CION the first depression of the Record Button begins recording and the next depression of the button stops recording During recording the Record Button will illuminate and the Pak media LED will flash to alert you that recording is in progress If connected the Tally Light on the LANC Collar will also illuminate red and flash The LANC Collar may be also be used to perform the start and stop of recording Like the built in record but
125. v1 0 104 www aja com Warning A Only use attachments and accessories specified and or sold by the manufacturer Avertissement Utilisez seulement les attaches et accessoires sp cifi s et ou vendus par le fabricant Warnung Verwenden Sie nur Zusatzger te und Zubeh r angegeben und oder verkauft wurde durch den Hersteller jAdvertencia Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y o vendidos por el fabricante Aviso Utilize apenas equipamentos acess rios especificados e ou vendidos pelo fabricante Avviso Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e o venduti dal produttore CION v1 0 105 www aja com Warranty and Liability Information Limited Warranty AJA Video warrants that the product not including hard disk based Storage Modules HDD will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase AJA Video warrants that the hard disk based Storage Modules HDD will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase If a product proves to be defective during this warranty period AJA Video at its option will either repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product To obtain service under this warranty the Customer must notify AJA Video of the defect before expiration of the warranty
126. v1 0 20 www aja com NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE CION is capable of outputting a wide variety of formats and frame rates Not all electronic viewfinders or monitors support all of the possible formats and frame rates Be sure to consult the specifications for your electronic viewfinder or monitor If the electronic viewfinder has an external power input you may find it useful to power the electronic viewfinder from the CION 2 Pin Power Connector located near the front of the device on the top of the unit Many electronic viewfinders will come supplied with an appropriate power cable to connect to CION as part of their standard accessory package If you do elect to connect an electronic viewfinder power cable to the CION 2 Pin Power Connector be sure to carefully note the orientation of CION s 2 Pin Power Connector and your cable as well as any polarity markings prior to making a connection Some power connector cables may have cabling layouts that makes the simultaneous use of the front HDMI port difficult or even impossible If this is the case you may alternately use the rear HDMI connector on CION for an HDMI electronic viewfinder If you do power your electronic viewfinder or monitor using the CION 2 Pin Power Connector be aware that if you power down CION power will still be provided via this connection so to conserve battery life be sure to power down the electronic viewfinder or monitor when CION is powered down Since there
127. x LTC BNC connector 0 5 to 4 5Vpp 1x LAN connector RJ45 connector 10 100 1000 Format Frame Rate Encoding Output Information 4K Ultra HD 2K 1080 HD Progressive 1080 HD Interlaced 4K 4096x2160 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 119 88 120 Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second Apple ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr SDI 1 4 RGB or SDI 1 RAW SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr or SDI 1 2 RAW SDI output support for 119 88 120 frames per second SDI 1 4 RAW Ultra HD 3840x2160 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 119 88 120 Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second e Apple ProRes 422 or a lower data rate ProRes versions for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI output support for 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr SDI 1 4 RGB or SDI 1 RAW SDI output support for 50 59 94 60 frames per second SDI 1 4 YCbCr or SDI 1 2 RAW SDI output support for 119 88 120 frames per second SDI 1 4 RAW 2K 2048x1080 progressive 23 98 24 25 29 97 30 50 59 94 60 Apple ProRes 444 or Apple ProRes 422 all versions up to including 30 frames per second Apple ProRes 422 all versions for 50 59 94 6
128. xt value entered in Alpha Append is appended to the Clip Name and Clip Number 17 5 Alpha Append This parameter is used with parameter 17 4 Clip Append to append a text value after the Clip Number These are the options AtoZ Selects a value between A and Z CION v1 0 55 www aja com 17 6 Take Clip amp Take Rules NOTE This parameter determines the TAKE number from 1 to 999 that follows the Clip Name and Clip Number followed by any Alpha Append if selected This Take number is generated for all clips while using this setting These are the options 1 to 999 CION automatically generates a TAKE number but if you want to adjust it enter a value here CION follows these Clip and Take rules 1 CION will not overwrite an existing clip 2 The Take number will auto increment past existing numbers for the prefix as defined by e Clip Name e Clip Number Clip Append e Alpha Append Take settings 3 If the number is at 999 CION will record a clip with take 999 but then cannot auto advance The second attempt to record will generate a Name In Use alarm This prompts you to select new Clip Name Clip Number Clip Append Alpha Append and Take settings so that a new unique prefix is created This action ensures files are unique and understandable and that clips are never overwritten 999 is the maximum take number value 17 7 Combined Name This parameter combines the Camera Name
129. y 26 Safety 96 warnings and alarms 64 web server 66 white balance 63 white typeface 34 X XLR Power Connector 16 Y yellow typeface 34 CION v1 0 110 www aja com
130. y dark area behind the text 50 A medium dark area behind the text this allows more of the picture behind the text to be apparent 2596 A lightly shaded area behind the text this allows the picture behind the text to be most apparent NOTE The 25 setting may not be appropriate when shooting against a white background as the superimposed text may be hard to read in such a situation NOTE The Super Area Opacity setting also impacts the superimposed histogram and VU meters CION v1 0 40 www aja com 1 94 Graticules Graticules are typically simple lines that may be overlaid on an image to help determine things like the center of the image or frame guidelines for an aspect ratio etc These are the options Table 2 Graticule Options OFF default No graticule is overlaid on the image 4K 2K Crop Crop line indications are overlaid on the image Crosshairs Crosshairs centered in the middle are overlaid on the image 4K 2K Crop Crop line indications and crosshairs are overlaid on the image Crosshairs 1 85 1 1 85 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on the image 2 35 1 2 35 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on the image 2 39 1 2 39 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on the image Crosshairs 4 1 85 1 Crosshairs and 1 85 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on the image Crosshairs 2 35 1 Crosshairs and 2 35 1 aspect ratio frame guidelines are overlaid on t
131. your Mac or PC for upgrading you re CION 2 Unpack the Software CION software update files are ZIP files which you can open with a number of standard and third party applications In some cases these files may decompress automatically such as when using Safari and Mac OS X The firmware image that you ll install on CION is a file with a name like CION_1 0 0 153 bin or similar Depending on your PC or Mac operating system settings the bin extension may not be visible to you in a file directory Uploading and installing the firmware update only requires a PC or Mac that can see the CION via its ethernet connection To install the firmware 1 Be sure that you have configured your IP address information so that you can see CION with your web browser 2 Once you have entered CION s IP address choose the Update Firmware page link on the left side of any CION web page 3 Click the Browse button to select the file you previously downloaded For example CION_1 0 0 153 bin file 4 When you have selected a valid CION bin image file click the Upload button in the web browser The file you select will upload to CION and be tested for validity Incomplete corrupted or non CION firmware files will be rejected 5 Agree to the steps and confirmation prompts as they are presented Wait for the procedure to complete it will take only a few minutes When done CION will prompt you to resta

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