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The highest density audio encoder in the market.

Q9X-E Audio Encoder

The Qbit Q9X-E Audio Encoder is setting the standard for high-quality audio encoding. Built on the proven Qbit platform, it delivers exceptional signal and build quality trusted worldwide. The system supports up to 16 digital or 8 analog stereo channels with MPEG-2 compliant IP outputs, flexible per-channel configuration, and web, SNMP, or REST management. Its compact 1RU design includes GPIO support, optional backup networking, scalable licensing, and CE/RoHS compliance. 

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Key Features

High-density, efficient encoding platform

Engineered for compact deployments and sustainable operation, the Q9X-E Audio Encoder provides reliable performance for modern broadcast environments.
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High density

Featuring AES 3 and analogue inputs with unmatched density
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Flexible network options

Four freely assignable network interfaces allow for utmost flexibility
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Highly energy efficient

With less than 1W per channel, the Q9X series offers great energy efficiency, saving costs and the environment

Q9X-E Audio Encoder

Connections

Encode up to 8 analogue or 16 digital channels in 1U, delivering audio to your network with flexible connections for audio, data, and control.
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Product Specifications

Audio Interfaces

Up to 16 AES3 or 8 analog stereo inputs, with 8 AES3 or 4 analog stereo inputs on female XLR connectors and the remaining 8 AES3 or 4 analog stereo inputs on 2 25pin D-Sub connectors (TASCAM pinout)

RAVENNA, Livewire+, AES67, ST2110-30/-31 compliant, up to 64 channels

  • Icecast2, HLS, MPEG-DASH
  • DVB-compliant MPEG-2 Transport Stream (as per ISO 13818-1,
    ETSI EN 300 468)
  • Elementary Stream
  • MPEG-1/2 Layer I, II, III
  • AAC (AAC-LC, HE-AACv1, HE-AACv2, AAC-LD)
  • xHE-AAC
  • AC-3, E-AC-3
  • Opus
  • Linear PCM

HTML5 Web UI, REST API, SNMPv2c, NMOS IS-04/IS-05, EmBER+ (future option)

100-240V AC 50/60 Hz, optional redundant power supply
Power consumption: <20W

19″ 1RU Chassis
Size (W/D/H): 483mm/360mm/44mm
Weight: 6kg

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