QSC QIO-AES8x8 Q-SYS peripheral providing 8 channels of AES3 digital audio input and output

Q-SYS QIO-AES8x8 AES3 Digital Audio I/O Expander Streamlined AES3 Digital Audio Integration for Scalable AV Systems The Q-SYS QIO-AES8x8 enhances your Q-SYS ecosystem by delivering native AES3 digital audio input and output capabilities. Designed to enable modular expansion, this compact network I/O expander allows seamless interoperability with non-networked digital devices—perfect for professional environments that demand high-performance, scalable AV integration. Key Features and Benefits 8-Channel AES3 Audio I/O: Includes four (4) stereo AES3 digital inputs and four (4) stereo AES3 digital outputs, supporting 8 input and 8 output channels total. Distributed Network I/O Architecture: Decouples I/O from processing to support both centralized and distributed AV designs. Efficient Connectivity: Daisy-chain up to four QIO devices using a single network run. Local DC daisy-chained power or Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capable. Space-Saving Design: Surface- or rack-mountable in a compact 1RU, quarter-width format. Q-SYS Native Integration: Fully manageable via Q-SYS Designer Software. Monitor and control remotely with Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager. Flexible Deployment: Integrates easily with media servers, mixing consoles, DAWs, and digital playback/recording devices. Ideal Applications Boardrooms Conference Rooms Government AV Installations Houses of Worship Commercial Meeting Spaces Training Rooms All-Hands Spaces Multi-Purpose Rooms Higher Education Lecture Halls Why Choose the QIO-AES8x8? True Q-SYS Native Integration: No third-party drivers or bridging hardware required. Maximized Network Efficiency: Reduces network port usage and installation complexity. Future-Proof Design: Supports modular system scaling and Q-SYS Cores with limited onboard I/O. Rapid Deployment: Intuitive drag-and-drop setup in Q-SYS Designer Software. Simplified Maintenance: Compatible with Q-SYS cloud-based remote management tools for centralized monitoring. Competitor Comparison – Why It Excels Modular Flexibility: Unlike many fixed-format DSPs, the QIO-AES8x8 supports scalable I/O configurations tailored to your space. Fully Integrated Software Ecosystem: Provides unified control, monitoring, and diagnostics in a single platform. Low Footprint, High Performance: Compact form factor with professional-grade digital audio performance. Simplified Cabling: Daisy-chainable power and data for reduced infrastructure overhead. Q-SYS Ecosystem Support: Optimized for modern AV system architecture with built-in cloud readiness. Comparison Table Feature QIO-AES8x8 Traditional I/O Interfaces AES3 Input/Output 8 channels (4 stereo pairs each) Typically 2–4 total Network Integration Native Q-SYS Often requires external converters Power Options PoE + Daisy-Chained DC Usually dedicated power only Mounting Rack or Surface (1RU) Rack only or fixed installations Scalability Chain up to 4 devices Limited without rewiring Software Integration Q-SYS Designer + Reflect Often fragmented tools