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AJA KiStor500USB-R0 500 GB Storage Module

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The AJA KI-STOR500-R0 500GB KiStor Hard Disk Drive is a rugged and reliable storage module for use with AJA Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack recorders. It's engineered to withstand the demands of production environments, featuring a durable outer casing and reinforced connectors for repeated insertions and removals, unlike standard consumer drives. It allows for the direct recording of high-quality Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHD files, which can then be quickly offloaded to a computer using its built-in USB 3.0 connection. Read more

Features

  • 500GB capacity for ample HD video recording time.
  • Built-in USB 3.0 connection for rapid data offload to computers.
  • Rugged, reinforced casing protects media from production rigors.
  • Engineered connectors rated for repeated use and frequent swapping.
  • Records directly to ProRes/DNxHD files for streamlined post-production workflow.
  • Compatible with Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack professional video recorders.

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The AJA KI-STOR500-R0 500GB KiStor Hard Disk Drive is a rugged and reliable storage module for use with AJA Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack recorders. It's engineered to withstand the demands of production environments, featuring a durable outer casing and reinforced connectors for repeated insertions and removals, unlike standard consumer drives. It allows for the direct recording of high-quality Apple ProRes or Avid DNxHD files, which can then be quickly offloaded to a computer using its built-in USB 3.0 connection. Read more

Features

  • 500GB capacity for ample HD video recording time.
  • Built-in USB 3.0 connection for rapid data offload to computers.
  • Rugged, reinforced casing protects media from production rigors.
  • Engineered connectors rated for repeated use and frequent swapping.
  • Records directly to ProRes/DNxHD files for streamlined post-production workflow.
  • Compatible with Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack professional video recorders.

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About the AJA KiStor500USB-R0 500 GB Storage Module

The AJA 500GB KiStor Storage Module serves as a specialized, highly durable capture and storage device engineered specifically for AJA Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack video recorders. Replacing traditional VTRs in modern file-based production and live event workflows, the drive comes encased in a rugged outer shell designed to protect your valuable media from the physical demands of field work. Unlike standard off-the-shelf hard drives, KiStor modules feature robust, reinforced connection points built to withstand the frequent insertions and removals required in daily professional video environments.

A key advantage of this storage module is its streamlined workflow connectivity. It is equipped with a SATA port for secure, high-speed recording directly within the Ki Pro unit or a KiStor Dock. Furthermore, it features a built-in Micro-USB 3.0 port, allowing users to plug the drive directly into a computer for rapid file offloading without needing an external card reader. With its 500GB capacity (or 512GB in its Solid State Drive variations), it provides reliable, long-form capture of high-bandwidth formats like Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD.

Key Features

  • 500GB capacity for ample HD video recording time.
  • Built-in USB 3.0 connection for rapid data offload to computers.
  • Rugged, reinforced casing protects media from production rigors.
  • Engineered connectors rated for repeated use and frequent swapping.
  • Records directly to ProRes/DNxHD files for streamlined post-production workflow.
  • Compatible with Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack professional video recorders.

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AJA KiStor500USB-R0 500 GB Storage Module Specs

Storage Capacity: 500 GB (or 512 GB SSD variants)
Main Interface: 1x SATA III

Key Features

  • 500GB capacity for ample HD video recording time.
  • Built-in USB 3.0 connection for rapid data offload to computers.
  • Rugged, reinforced casing protects media from production rigors.
  • Engineered connectors rated for repeated use and frequent swapping.
  • Records directly to ProRes/DNxHD files for streamlined post-production workflow.
  • Compatible with Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack professional video recorders.

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FAQs about AJA KiStor500USB-R0 500 GB Storage Module

Which recorders are compatible with the AJA KiStor500USB-R0 module?

The KiStor500USB-R0 is specifically designed for use with AJA Ki Pro and Ki Pro Rack recording hardware, as well as the external AJA KiStor Dock.

Do I need a separate dock or adapter to transfer files from the drive to a laptop?

No. The module features an integrated USB 3.0 port on the housing, allowing you to connect it directly to your editing workstation using a standard USB 3.0 cable.

How much video footage can the 500 GB KiStor module store?

The 500 GB drive holds approximately 5 hours of 1080p/24 Apple ProRes 422 HQ video or about 9 hours of Avid DNxHD 145 video with multi-channel audio.

Can I format the KiStor500USB-R0 drive directly inside the Ki Pro recorder?

Yes. The module can be initialized and formatted directly through the UI menu on the Ki Pro device, making it fully operational in the field without needing a computer.

What makes a KiStor drive different from a standard external consumer hard drive?

Unlike standard consumer drives that use delicate connectors, KiStor modules feature reinforced, gold-plated connectors and ruggedized outer shells built for thousands of insertions in professional broadcast environments.

Does the KiStor drive require an external power supply when offloading over USB 3.0?

No. When connected to a computer via the built-in USB 3.0 port, the module draws bus power directly from the host computer's USB port.

Can I edit footage directly off the KiStor drive via USB 3.0?

Yes. Because the drive captures directly into edit-ready NLE formats like ProRes and DNxHD, you can mount the drive via USB 3.0 and begin editing immediately in NLEs like Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve without transcoding.

Is the KiStor500USB-R0 hot-swappable during production?

Yes, as long as the recorder is not actively writing or playing back media, you can unmount and swap KiStor modules without powering down the Ki Pro unit.

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